OTG
OTG may refer to any of the following:
1. When describing an adapter or cable, an OTG adapter, OTG cable, OTG connector, or USB On-The-Go is a USB-style adapter that allows different USB (universal serial bus) connectors to work with one another. For example, it allows a USB flash drive to connect to a Micro USB or USB-C connector.
Remember, there are many different types of USB connections and adapters for each connection. Make sure when purchasing a USB OTG adapter that it's for the type of USB connector you want.
Examples of OTG adapter uses
Below are examples of how an USB OTG adapter could be used.
- Connect a USB flash drive to a digital camera, tablet, or smartphone. In this instance, it would allow you to move pictures or other files from a drive to a device without using a computer.
- Convert an older USB 2.0 device to a USB 3.0 connector.
- Connect a USB keyboard or mouse to a tablet or smartphone.
- Directly connect a camera, smartphone, or tablet to a computer printer or scanner.
2. Sometimes used in chat, OTG is an abbreviation for "oh, thank God."
3. OTG is an abbreviation for "off the grid," which can describe someone who isn't connected to social media, a computer network, or other systems that would create a digital footprint.