How to View Samsung Notes on Windows

If you take notes on a Samsung phone or tablet using Samsung Notes, you may want to see them on your Windows PC for easier reading, editing, or backup. This guide shows you the official ways to view and sync your Samsung Notes on Windows, using the built-in Microsoft Phone Link app or the Samsung Notes web app. You’ll need a Samsung account and a Windows PC with internet access.

What You’ll Need

A Samsung phone or tablet with Samsung Notes installed and signed in to your Samsung account.
A Windows PC (Windows 10 or Windows 11) with internet access.
Your Samsung account credentials (email and password).
For the Phone Link method: a compatible Samsung phone and the Phone Link app on Windows (pre-installed on Windows 11, downloadable for Windows 10).

Step-by-Step

Method 1: Using the Samsung Notes Web App (Works on any Windows PC)

Open your web browser (Edge, Chrome, Firefox, etc.) on your Windows PC.
Go to the Samsung Notes web app at https://notes.samsung.com.
Click Sign in and enter your Samsung account email and password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, complete that step as well.
After signing in, you’ll see a list of your notes. Click any note to open it in the web viewer. You can read, search, and even edit text notes.
To download a note as a file, open the note and look for the download icon (usually a downward arrow) in the top toolbar. Choose a format like PDF or Microsoft Word (.docx) to save it to your PC.

Method 2: Using Phone Link (Microsoft’s App for Samsung Phones)

On your Samsung phone, open the Phone Link app (it may be called “Link to Windows” on some models). If it’s not installed, download it from the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
On your Windows PC, open the Phone Link app. It’s pre-installed on Windows 11; on Windows 10, you can download it from the Microsoft Store.
Follow the on-screen prompts to pair your phone and PC. You’ll need to scan a QR code with your phone and sign in with your Microsoft account.
Once connected, you’ll see your phone’s notifications and messages. To access Samsung Notes, look for the Phone Screen feature in Phone Link. Click it to see your phone’s screen on your PC.
On the mirrored phone screen, open the Samsung Notes app. You can now view and interact with your notes as if you were using your phone. You can also use your mouse and keyboard to type.

Common Mistakes

Not syncing before trying to view: If your notes don’t appear on the web app, they may not be synced. Open Samsung Notes on your phone, go to Settings > Sync with Samsung Cloud, and make sure sync is enabled. Also, check that your phone is connected to Wi-Fi and has battery power.
Using the wrong Samsung account: The web app shows notes from the Samsung account you’re signed in with. If you have multiple Samsung accounts, you might be looking at the wrong one. Sign out and sign in with the account that has your notes.
Phone Link not showing notes: Phone Link only mirrors your phone’s screen; it doesn’t have a dedicated Samsung Notes tab. If you don’t see the Phone Screen feature, your phone may not support it. Check that your phone is running One UI 2.0 or later and that the Phone Link app is up to date.
Expecting full editing in the web app: The Samsung Notes web app allows basic text editing, but advanced features like handwriting or drawing may not work fully in the browser. For full editing, use the Phone Link screen mirroring method.

Tips

Keep your Samsung Notes app updated on your phone to ensure smooth syncing and compatibility with the web app.
If you plan to use the web app often, bookmark notes.samsung.com in your browser for quick access.
Use the search bar in the web app to quickly find a note by keyword.
For notes with sensitive information, consider downloading them as PDFs and storing them securely on your PC instead of leaving them in the cloud.
If you have many notes, organize them into folders on your phone; the web app will show the same folder structure.

Troubleshooting

Notes not appearing on the web app:

Check your internet connection on both devices.
On your phone, go to Samsung Notes > Settings > Sync with Samsung Cloud. Tap “Sync now” to force a sync.
Wait a few minutes after syncing; the web app may take a moment to update.
Sign out of the web app and sign back in.
Clear your browser cache and cookies, then reload the page.

Phone Link won’t connect or shows an error:

Make sure your phone and PC are on the same Wi-Fi network (though Phone Link can work over mobile data, Wi-Fi is more reliable).
Restart both the Phone Link app on your PC and the Link to Windows app on your phone.
In Phone Link settings on your PC, check that notifications and screen mirroring are enabled.
On your phone, go to Settings > Advanced Features > Link to Windows and ensure it’s toggled on.
If nothing works, unpair the devices in Phone Link settings and pair them again from scratch.

Can’t download a note from the web app:

Make sure you have opened the note first. The download icon is usually in the top-right corner of the note viewer.
Try using a different browser (e.g., Chrome instead of Edge).
If the download fails, try exporting the note from your phone: open the note in Samsung Notes, tap the three-dot menu, select “Save as file,” and choose a format. Then transfer the file to your PC via USB, email, or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit my Samsung Notes on Windows?
Yes, you can edit text notes in the web app (notes.samsung.com). However, handwriting and drawing features are limited. For full editing, use the Phone Link screen mirroring method to control the Samsung Notes app on your phone from your PC.

Is the Samsung Notes web app free?
Yes, the web app is free to use with your Samsung account. It’s part of the Samsung Cloud service, which offers a limited amount of free storage. If you exceed the free storage, you may need to purchase a Samsung Cloud storage plan, but viewing notes generally works.

Why can’t I see my notes on the web app even after syncing?
This can happen if the sync hasn’t completed, if you’re logged into the wrong Samsung account, or if the notes are too large or in an unsupported format. Try syncing again, verify your account, and ensure your notes are not in a “locked” or “secure” folder (those may not sync).

Does Phone Link work with any Samsung phone?
Phone Link works with many Samsung Galaxy phones running Android 9 or later. However, the screen mirroring feature (Phone Screen) requires a Samsung phone with One UI 2.0 or later. Older models might only support notifications and messages.

Can I access Samsung Notes on a Mac?
This guide is for Windows, but you can also use the Samsung Notes web app on a Mac by visiting notes.samsung.com in a browser. The Phone Link app is Windows-only, so Mac users would rely on the web app or transfer notes as files.

How do I transfer a note from Samsung Notes to my Windows PC as a file?
In the web app, open the note and click the download icon to save it as a PDF or Word document. Alternatively, on your phone, open the note, tap the three-dot menu, choose “Save as file,” select the format, and then share or transfer the file to your PC.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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