ThinkPad X9-15p Gen 1 User Guide

Smart Share

Smart Share is an ecosystem feature that enhances productivity by enabling seamless connection and sharing between your PC and other Bluetooth devices.

Tap to Launch

Tap to Launch is a Smart Share function that supports fast and convenient photo sharing between your PC and smartphones (iOS and Android supported).

Pressing F11 to open the Smart Connect app and tap a phone to the PC screen for photo sharing

Pair your PC and phone

Before pairing, ensure:

  • The Smart Connect app is installed and running on both your PC and phone.
    Note: Download it free from your device's app store if not pre-installed.
  • Bluetooth is enabled on both devices.
  • Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Step 1
In the PC's Smart Connect app, click the Plus (+) icon on the left.
A QR code appears on your PC screen.
Step 2
Scan the QR code using the Smart Connect app on your phone.
Step 3
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete pairing.

You can pair multiple phones. To unpair, right-click the device name in the PC's Smart Connect app and select Unpair device.

Share photos

Ensure your devices are paired via the Smart Connect app, and the app is running on both devices.

Step 1
Tap your paired phone against the left or right edge of your PC display.
Alternatively, select Connect in the Smart Connect app on either device.
Your phone’s gallery will sync to the paired PC.
Step 2
Follow the on-screen instructions on the app, and then drag and drop photos between your paired computer and phone for editing and sharing.

Tap to Pair

Tap to Pair enables quick, seamless pairing between your Aura Edition PC and supported Bluetooth accessories (earphones, headsets, and mice), replacing the traditional Bluetooth connection process.

tapping a mouse to a PC for pairing

Note: Depending on your product model, you may need to connect to the internet and complete an online update for this feature to work.

Pair a Bluetooth accessory with Tap to Pair

  • Ensure Tap to Pair is enabled on your PC during Windows OOBE or in the Smart Share app.
  • Supported accessories include earphones, headsets, and mice.
Step 1
Tap your Bluetooth accessory twice on the left or right edge of the PC screen.
A prompt appears asking you to confirm the pairing.
Step 2
Do one of the following:
Tap the accessory twice again.
Select OK in the prompt.
The accessory is paired with your PC.
Step 3
Repeat to pair additional Bluetooth accessories if needed.