While the Samsung Art Store offers thousands of pieces, sometimes you want to display your own custom artwork. Whether you've created art using Frame TV Artist or have personal photos you'd like to display, this guide will show you how to upload artwork to your Frame TV manually.

Method 1: Using USB Drive

The USB method is straightforward and works well for transferring multiple images at once.

1. Prepare your images: Ensure your artwork is in 4K resolution (3840x2160 pixels) for best quality. Supported formats include JPEG, PNG, and HEIF.
2. Format your USB drive: Format the USB drive to FAT32 or exFAT file system.
3. Copy images to USB: Create a folder on your USB drive and copy your artwork files into it.
4. Connect to TV: Insert the USB drive into one of the USB ports on your Frame TV.
5. Access Media: On your TV, navigate to Source → USB Device, or use the SmartThings app to access the USB.
6. Add to Art Mode: Select the images you want to add, then choose "Add to Art Mode" or "Save to My Collection."

Method 2: Using SmartThings App

The SmartThings app provides a convenient way to upload artwork directly from your phone or tablet.

1. Install SmartThings: Download the Samsung SmartThings app on your iOS or Android device.
2. Connect your TV: Make sure your Frame TV and phone are on the same Wi-Fi network. Add your TV to the SmartThings app.
3. Open Art Mode: In the SmartThings app, select your Frame TV and navigate to Art Mode.
4. Upload Artwork: Tap "My Collection" → "Add Art" → "Upload from Device."
5. Select Images: Choose the artwork files from your device's photo gallery.
6. Wait for Upload: The images will upload to your TV. This may take a few minutes depending on file size.
7. Add to Collection: Once uploaded, you can organize your artwork into collections and set display preferences.

Method 3: Using Samsung Art Store (Web)

You can also upload artwork through the Samsung Art Store website.

1. Visit Art Store: Go to artstore.samsung.com and sign in with your Samsung account.
2. Navigate to My Collection: Click on "My Collection" in the menu.
3. Upload Artwork: Click "Upload" and select your artwork files from your computer.
4. Sync to TV: Your uploaded artwork will automatically sync to your Frame TV if it's connected to the same Samsung account.

Image Requirements

Organizing Your Art Collection

Once you've uploaded your artwork, you can organize it into collections:

• Create themed collections (e.g., "Nature," "Abstract," "Family Photos")
• Set up automatic rotation schedules
• Choose specific artwork for different times of day
• Enable motion sensor to display art when you're in the room