• B e careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
Getting Started • D epending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap Apps → Settings → About device →...
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
Getting Started Device layout Device Speaker SIM card / Memory card tray Front camera Iris recognition camera LED indicator GPS antenna Iris recognition LED Proximity/Light sensor Power key Edge screen Edge screen Touchscreen Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor) Recents key Back key Headset jack Microphone...
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– If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
Getting Started Keys Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • P ress to turn on or lock the screen. • T ap to open the list of recent apps. Recents •...
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Getting Started Name Functions • U se the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. The Recents key and the Back key can be used with the S Pen. S Pen nib • H over the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature.
Getting Started Replacing the S Pen nib If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it. Insert a new nib into the S Pen. Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers.
• F or more information about the S Pen, visit the Samsung website. • I f the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Battery Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.
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Getting Started Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack. Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket. Charging with a Micro USB cable Connect the Micro USB connector to charge the battery with a Micro USB cable. Do not plug a Micro USB cable into your device’s multipurpose jack.
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Getting Started Charging other devices Use the USB connector to charge another mobile device with your device’s battery. Plug the USB connector into your device’s multipurpose jack, and connect your device and the other device via the other device’s USB cable. When charging starts, the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.
• I f you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.
About Fast charging • F ast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by increasing the charging power. The device supports Samsung’s Adaptive fast charging feature and Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0. • T o use Fast charging on your device, connect it to a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging or Quick Charge 2.0.
The device may not charge properly or may overheat. • I f you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose network reception. • U se Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.
Getting Started Power saving mode Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Battery → MID. Tap CUSTOMISE to change the power saving settings before entering power saving mode.
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
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Getting Started Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged. Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
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Getting Started Correct card installation Nano-SIM card Nano-SIM card Nano-SIM card microSD card • U se only a nano-SIM card. • Y ou cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time. Removing the SIM or USIM card Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
Getting Started Insert the tray back into the tray slot. Using dual SIM or USIM cards If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps →...
Getting Started Memory card (microSD card) Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 256 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
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Getting Started Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged. Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be disabled.
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
Getting Started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Storage → → Storage settings →...
Getting Started Connecting a USB peripheral device Connect the USB peripheral device to the USB connector and plug the USB connector into the multipurpose jack of your device. Some USB peripheral devices may not be compatible with your device. USB flash drive connection Mouse/Keyboard connection Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
You can transfer contacts, images, and other data from a previous device to your device via Smart Switch (wirelessly or using a USB connector) or Samsung Cloud. • T his feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
Getting Started When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap Smart Switch → RECEIVE. On the previous device, tap ALLOW. Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from the previous device. Do not disconnect the USB cable or USB connector from the device when you are transferring files.
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Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.
Getting Started Transferring data via Samsung Cloud Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer Samsung account for more information.
Basics Controlling the touchscreen • D o not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
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Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
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Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.
Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right. The Home screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.
Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
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Basics Moving items Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to Move apps at the top of the screen.
Basics Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap ADD, tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Home screen. To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the Home screen.
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Basics Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
Basics Searching for items You can search for apps on the Apps screen or from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. On the Apps screen, enter characters in the search field. The device will search for and display the items containing the characters you entered. Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen.
Basics Icon Meaning Error occurred or caution required Charging another device Battery charging Battery power level Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. The screen is locked with Swipe, the default screen lock method.
Samsung account. • I f the unlock code is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
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Basics Setting the schedule for the Always On Display feature On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Always On Display and tap the Show always switch to deactivate it. Then, tap Set schedule and set the start time and end time. Opening notifications when the screen is off When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on the screen even when it is turned off.
Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.
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Basics Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap the text under each button. To rearrange buttons, tap and hold a quick setting button until all the quick setting buttons are displayed.
Basics Setting search categories You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields. Tap → Select search locations and select categories. Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more.
Basics Additional keyboard functions • : Add an item from the clipboard. → CANGJIE: Switch to the qwerty keyboard. • → STROKE: Switch to stroke mode. Tap stroke keys to enter a character. Tap • when you are unsure about which stroke to enter. •...
Basics Dictionary Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages. Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up. If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag to select the desired text.
Basics After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen: • S croll capture: Capture content that continues across multiple screens, such as a webpage. When you tap Scroll capture, the screen will automatically scroll down and more content will be captured.
Basics Edge screen Introduction You can easily access your favourite apps, tasks, contacts, and more from various Edge panels. Even when the screen is turned off, you can view information, such as news, missed calls, and message alerts, and view the night clock on the Edge screen. Using the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
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Basics Editing the Edge panels Select panels to display on the Edge screen or edit them. Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the panel. to open the Edge panel settings screen. Tick Edge panels to display. To edit a panel, tap EDIT. To download additional panels, tap DOWNLOAD.
Basics Editing the Apps edge panel • T o add an app, tap on the panel and tap an app from the apps list. • T o create a folder on the panel, tap on the panel, tap and hold an app from the apps list, and then drag it over another app on the Apps edge panel.
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Basics Viewing missed notifications from the People edge contacts When there is a missed notification from a contact in the People edge panel, a tab with the contact’s assigned colour will appear on the Edge screen. Drag the tab towards the centre of the screen to view the details. You can directly reply to the contact by tapping one of the communication options.
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Basics Edge lighting The Edge screen lights up when you receive a call or notification while the device’s screen is facing downwards. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Edge screen, and then tap the Edge lighting switch to activate it. If you activate the People edge feature, the Edge screen lights up with an assigned colour when you receive a call or a notification from your priority contacts.
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Basics Select a contact from the list. . Or, tap your contact’s profile image several times or draw patterns on it to send fun messages. Send live emoticons. Send handwritten messages, short video clips, or drawings. to send messages. Tasks edge Quickly perform frequently used tasks, such as composing messages and creating events.
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Basics Edge feeds Real-time news, missed calls, message alerts, and other information can be displayed on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off. Setting Edge feeds Set information to display on the Edge screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Edge screen. Tap Edge feeds and tap the switch to activate it.
Basics Swipe to the left or right on the Edge screen to view the Edge feeds. • T he Edge screen turns off if the device is not used for a specified period. To change the Edge screen’s time-out setting, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Display →...
Basics S Pen features Air command Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used apps. To open the Air command panel, detach the S Pen from the slot or hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
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Activate various S Pen features from the Air command panel. The shortcuts that do not appear on the panel by default can be added by using the Add shortcuts feature. • C reate note: Launch Samsung Notes and create a new note. Refer to Samsung Notes more information.
Basics Smart select Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. You can also select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF animation. When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select.
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Basics Capturing an area from a video While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation. When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select. On the toolbar, tap Animation.
Basics Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image. When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write. The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears. If you capture content that continues across multiple screens, such as a webpage, tap Scroll capture to capture more content.
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Basics Translate Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. • T o use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • T his feature does not support some languages. •...
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Basics Magnify Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it. Open the Air command panel and tap Magnify. Select the magnification size from the magnifier panel at the top of the screen. Hover the S Pen over the area you want to enlarge. The magnifier window will appear.
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Basics Glance Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view. For example, launch a map app, open the Air command panel, and then tap Glance. The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen.
Basics Air view Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop- up window. In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window. Action buttons If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features →...
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Double-tap with your finger to view the memo without turning on the screen. To view memos, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung Notes → CATEGORIES → Screen off memo. • I f this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features →...
If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
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Basics • A nyone who experiences dizziness, seizures, loss of awareness, blackouts, or other symptoms linked to an epileptic condition, or a family history of such symptoms or conditions, should see a doctor before using iris recognition. • T he iris scanner is not intended for use as a medical device; biometric data collected and stored locally by the iris scanner is not intended for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative medical purposes.
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Basics Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. If you have not set a screen lock method, create one. Read the on-screen instructions and tap CONTINUE. To register only one iris of your eyes, tap You can choose to register only 1 iris. Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen.
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Once the registered irises are deleted, all the related features will also be deactivated. Verifying the Samsung account password Use your irises to verify your Samsung account password. You can use your irises instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps.
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Basics Enter your user name and password, and then tap the webpage’s sign in button. Tick Sign in using biometrics next time and tap REMEMBER. You can use your irises to verify your account and password to sign in to the webpage. Unlocking the screen with irises You can unlock the screen with your irises instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
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Basics For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: • T he Home key contains a fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the Home key is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces.
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Tick fingerprints to delete and tap REMOVE. Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
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Basics Tap the Web sign-in switch to activate it. Open a webpage that you want to sign in to with a fingerprint. Enter your user name and password, and then tap the webpage’s sign in button. Tick Sign in using biometrics next time and tap REMEMBER. You can use your fingerprint to verify your account and password to sign in to the webpage.
Basics Secure Folder Introduction Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and notes, from being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is unlocked. Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB or Wi-Fi Direct.
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A shortcut to Secure Folder will be added to the Home screen and the Apps screen. If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung account. Tap the reset button that appears when an incorrect unlock code is entered, and enter your Samsung account password.
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Tap and hold an app, and drag it to Disable or Uninstall at the top of the screen. Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Secure Folder.
• B ACK UP AND UNINSTALL: Back up content and uninstall Secure Folder. To access data backed up from Secure Folder, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung → My Files → My device → Secure Folder.
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Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. Swipe to the left or right to select another app to launch. You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding...
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Basics Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
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Basics Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows. Pop-up view On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in the pop-up view. Drag down diagonally from either end of the top edge. The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account.
Basics Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts. Tap Samsung account and tap the account to remove.
Wi-Fi network. Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup → Back up my data for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to activate them, and then tap BACK UP NOW.
Basics Quick connect Introduction Quickly search for and connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or TVs, using the Quick connect feature. • I f the device you want to connect does not support the Quick connect feature, activate its Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth feature before launching Quick connect on your device.
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Basics Select the TV. The list of features you can use with the TV appears. Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructions to use the feature. Available features may vary depending on the TV. • V iew device on TV (Smart View): View your device’s content on the TV screen. You may need to activate the Screen Mirroring feature on the TV depending on the TV you want to connect.
You can also use the following options: • L ink sharing: Upload content to the Samsung storage server and share the link and the access code with others, even if they are not saved in your contacts list. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified.
Basics Follow the on-screen instructions to share the image with others. When the image is sent to the recipients’ devices, a notification will appear on their devices. Tap the notification to view or download the image. Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted.
Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Samsung → Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
Applications Phone Introduction Make or answer voice calls. Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Enter a phone number. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. to make a voice call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list.
Applications Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. To set a number to speed dial, tap → Speed dial, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.
Applications Missed calls If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Phone → LOG to view missed calls. Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. and select a storage location. Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information. Open more information fields.
Synching contacts with your web accounts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Samsung account. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts, select an account name, select the account to sync with, and then tap the Sync Contacts switch to activate it.
Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • S croll up or down the contacts list. • D rag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.
Applications Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. Tap → Share. Tick contacts and tap SHARE. Select a sharing method. Merging duplicate contacts When you import contacts from other storages, or sync or move contacts to other accounts, your contacts list may include duplicate contacts.
Applications Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and tap COMPOSE. Enter a message. Access additional options. Edit recipients.
Applications Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. On the messages list, select a contact. View your conversation. To reply to the message, enter a message and tap Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing webpages On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Internet. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
Applications Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password and your fingerprint or irises. Activating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs → ENABLE SECRET. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.
Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Email. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register an email account, tap MANUAL SETUP.
Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. • D o not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. •...
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Applications Using swipe gestures Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply filter effects. Front camera preview Shooting modes Rear camera preview Filter effects Switching cameras On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras. Viewing shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe from the left to the right to open the shooting modes list.
Applications Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or tap to record a video. To take a series of photos, tap and hold • S pread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. •...
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Applications HDR (High Dynamic Range) Use HDR mode to capture photos and videos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. On the preview screen, tap repeatedly until you reach the desired option. • : The device automatically activates HDR mode depending on the shooting conditions.
Applications Customising shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list and select a mode. To view the description of each mode, tap → Info. To rearrange modes, tap → Edit, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new location.
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Applications Separating the focus area and the exposure area You can lock the focus and the exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically based on changes to the subjects or light sources. In pro mode, you can separate the exposure and focus and set them to different points.
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Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •...
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Applications Selective focus Use the out-of-focus effect to make specific objects stand out in a photo. On the shooting modes list, tap Selective focus. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo. Tap the preview thumbnail.
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Applications Slow motion Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion. On the shooting modes list, tap Slow motion. to start recording. When you are finished recording, tap to stop.
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Applications Tap the slow motion section and use the following options: • S plit: Divide the section into two parts. • D elete: Delete one of the divided sections. • S peed: Change the playback speed of the selected section. to preview the video.
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Applications Food Take photos of food with more vibrant colours. On the shooting modes list, tap Food. Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight. The area outside the circular frame will be blurred. To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame. and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.
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Applications Move the device around the subject slowly in one direction to take more photos. When the arrow becomes completely yellow or when you stop circling the subject, the device will automatically stop taking photos. Viewing virtual shot photos On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail. Drag your finger left or right on the screen, or slowly swivel the device left or right to view the subject from different angles.
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Applications to start recording. After you record a video, an editing screen appears. Edit the video using the available options. • A udio: Adjust the recorded sound or insert background music. • S low parts: Select sections of the video in each frame to be played in slow motion. This option appears when you select the Slow motion video option.
Applications Live Broadcast Record and share live videos of your special moments. Invite your family and friends to watch your live broadcast. For more information about the YouTube broadcast feature, refer to YouTube’s help menu. • T his feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...
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Applications to start broadcasting. To invite more people during your broadcast, tap Share and select a sharing method. While inviting people, your broadcast will be paused. To start recording again, tap RESUME. to end your broadcast. The broadcast will be automatically uploaded to YouTube. To share the link with others, tap SHARE LINK.
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Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. On the shooting modes list, tap Selfie. Face the front camera lens.
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Applications Applying beauty effects You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits. This feature is available only in Selfie mode. On the preview screen, tap Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself.
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Applications Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself. Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear.
Applications Wide self-portrait with motion You can take and view a wide self-portrait with motion. • W hen taking a wide self-portrait with motion, sound will not be recorded. • D epending on the shooting conditions, motion may not be saved. On the wide selfie preview screen, tap to activate the motion feature and take a wide self-portrait with motion.
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Applications • : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the Spot uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to exposure of the shot.
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Applications • V ideo size: Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more memory. • T racking AF: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject. When you select a subject, the device will focus on the subject even if the subject is moving or you change the camera’s position.
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• V olume key function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter. • R eset settings: Reset the camera settings. • C ontact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. Refer to Samsung Members for more information.
Applications Gallery Introduction View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories to share with others. Viewing images and videos Viewing images On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES. Select an image.
Applications To hide or show the menus, tap the screen. You can create a GIF animation or collage from multiple images. Tap → Animate or Collage, and then select images. You can select up to six images for your collage. Searching for images On the Gallery screen, tap SEARCH to view images sorted by category, such as location, people, documents, and more.
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Applications Using the Video enhancer feature Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colours. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Advanced features and tap the Video enhancer switch to activate it. •...
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Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap DELETE. Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud You can sync images and videos saved in Gallery with Samsung Cloud and access them from other devices. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud.
Samsung Gear Samsung Gear is an app that allows you to manage your Gear wearable device. When you connect your device to the Gear, you can customise the Gear’s settings and apps. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Samsung Gear.
• T his app’s availability and supported features may vary depending on the region or service provider. • T his app may appear in the Samsung folder depending on the region or service provider. • T o submit your feedback or suggestions, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
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• F AQ: View frequently asked questions and their answers by category. • Q UESTIONS/ERRORS: Submit a question or error report to the Samsung Service Centre. When you submit a question or error report, your device information, such as model name and operating system log (which is optional to send), will also be sent for a more accurate analysis.
Applications Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily. Access additional options. A list of downloaded games Reduce the battery usage for playing games.
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Applications Removing a game from Game Launcher Tap and hold a game and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. Activating game power saving mode When you activate game power saving mode, the device will lower games’ resolution and frame rate to reduce battery consumption.
S Pen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes. Creating notes On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes → ALL → You can also open the Air command panel and tap the Create note shortcut.
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Applications Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen and compose a note. Tap Image to insert an image by selecting from Gallery or by taking a photo. Tap Voice to record a voice recording and insert it into the note. Voice recording will start immediately.
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Applications Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. Change the pen type. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Select a new colour using the colour picker.
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Applications Tap or draw a line around the input to select. To move the input to another location, select the input, and then drag it to a new location. To change the size of the selection, tap the input and drag a corner of the frame that appears.
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Applications Painting with brushes On the note composer screen, tap Brush to paint with various brushes. When you are finished, tap DONE to insert your painting into the note. You can post your painting to PEN.UP to share it with others. Change the brush type.
Pinning a note to the Home screen Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes. Tap ALL, or tap CATEGORIES and select a category. Select a note and tap → Pin to home screen.
PEN.UP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. View your recent activity history. Your profile View artwork by category. Post your artwork. You can sign in to PEN.UP with your Samsung account or other SNS accounts.
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Applications Posting your artwork Post your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PEN.UP. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → PEN.UP → Add your artwork to post and enter a title, description, and hashtag. Add your artwork to post.
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Applications Viewing artwork Select a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also download artwork or set one as your wallpaper. Set the artwork as a favourite. View the users who like the artwork.
Applications Calendar Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Tap Calendar on the Apps screen. or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details.
When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Tap Samsung → S Health on the Apps screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
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Using S Health You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. Tap Samsung → S Health on the Apps screen. Goals and programmes Trackers To add items to the S Health screen, tap → Manage items, and then select items under each tab.
(But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes.
When launching S Voice for the first time, tap START and set your own wake-up command. To change the wake-up command, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung → S Voice. Then, → Voice wake-up → Set wake-up command → Set custom wake-up command →...
The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. Setting the language On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → S Voice → → Language, and then select a language.
Use different recording modes for various situations, such as in an interview. The device can convert your voice to text and distinguish between sound sources. Making voice recordings On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Voice Recorder. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. to pause recording.
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Applications Changing the recording mode On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Voice Recorder. Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen. • S TANDARD: This is the normal recording mode. • I NTERVIEW: The microphone is sensitive to sounds from two directions. In this mode, both the top and the bottom of the device pick up equal amounts of sound.
Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → My Files. View files that are stored in each storage. You can also view files in your device or a memory card by category.
Applications WORLD CLOCK On the Apps screen, tap Clock → WORLD CLOCK. Creating clocks , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap ADD. Deleting clocks Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap DELETE. STOPWATCH On the Apps screen, tap Clock →...
Applications Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Auto rotate is disabled, tap to display the scientific calculator. To see the calculation history, tap HISTORY. To close the calculation history panel, tap KEYPAD.
Applications Scanning radio stations Tap Radio on the Apps screen. Tap SCAN, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically. Select the radio station you want from the stations list. Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.
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Applications YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Hangouts Send messages, images, and emoticons to your friends and have video calls with them. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.
Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
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Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.
• D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Connections →...
Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image.
Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Data usage. • M obile data: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network. •...
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Settings Using the NFC feature Use the NFC feature to send images or contacts to other devices, and read product information from NFC tags. On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the NFC and payment switch to activate it. Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag.
Settings Sending data Allow data exchange when your device’s NFC antenna touches the other device’s NFC antenna. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC and payment and tap the switch to activate it. Tap the Android Beam switch to activate it. Select an item and touch the other device’s NFC antenna to your device’s NFC antenna.
Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile hotspot and tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile networks. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • V oLTE Call: Set the device to use the enhanced communication feature using LTE services.
Settings • R ecent location requests: View which apps request your current location information and their battery usage. • L ocation services: View the location services your device is using. More connection settings Customise settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap Connections →...
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Settings Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. Select a printer to add. To add printers manually, tap → Add printer. Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap Print →...
Settings Download booster Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings → Download booster.
Settings • T ouch sounds: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the touchscreen. • S creen lock sounds: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touchscreen. • C harging sound: Set the device to sound when it is connected to a charger. •...
Settings Display Options Change the display settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • B rightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. • B lue light filter: Activate the blue light filter and change the filter settings. Refer to Blue light filter for more information.
Settings Blue light filter Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen. While you are watching HDR videos from HDR-exclusive video services, such as Amazon video, the blue light filter will not be applied. On the Settings screen, tap Display →...
Settings Managing shortcuts To add a shortcut to an app to the Home screen, swipe to the left, tap , and then select an app. To add a shortcut to a contact on the Home screen, swipe to the right and tap To delete a shortcut from the Home screen, tap EDIT and select an app or contact with Wallpapers and themes Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various...
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Settings • O ne-handed operation: Activate one-handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Q uick launch Camera: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice quickly.
Settings Send SOS messages In an emergency situation, quickly press the Power key three times. The device sends messages to your emergency contacts. The messages include your location information. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Send SOS messages, and then tap the switch to activate it.
Settings Device maintenance The device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Battery Device security Storage Using the quick optimisation feature On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance →...
Settings Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Battery. • T he usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out.
• F ingerprints: Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information. • I rises: Register your irises to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Iris recognition for more information.
Cloud and accounts Introduction Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud, or reset your device. You can also register and manage accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, and transfer data to or from other devices via Smart Switch.
On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Backup. Samsung account • B ack up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to Samsung Cloud. You can also set the device to automatically back up data.
Settings Google account • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server. • B ackup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • A utomatic restore: Set the device to automatically restore settings and app data from the Google server when apps are reinstalled.
Settings Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. Using the Home key to open accessibility menus On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Direct access, and then tap the switch to activate it.
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Settings Voice Assistant (Voice feedback) Activating or deactivating Voice Assistant When you activate Voice Assistant, the device will start voice feedback. When you tap the selected feature once, the device will read the text on the screen aloud. Tapping the feature twice will activate the feature.
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Settings Two finger gestures • T apping: Pause or resume voice feedback. • T apping twice: Start, pause, or resume playback. • T apping three times: Check the current time, remaining battery power, and more. To change items that are read aloud, open the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision →...
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Settings Adding and managing image labels You can assign labels to images on the screen. The device reads aloud the labels when the images are selected. Add labels to unlabelled images by tapping the screen twice with three fingers and holding. To manage the labels, open the Settings screen, tap Accessibility →...
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Settings • L arge cursor: Set the device to thicken the border of the square cursor that appears when you tap items. • C ursor colour: Select a colour of the square cursor that appears when you tap items. •...
Settings Entering text using the keyboard To display the keyboard, tap the text input field, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly. To activate the rapid key input feature, open the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the Rapid key input switch to activate it. When you touch the keyboard with your finger, the device reads aloud the character keys under your finger.
Using the high contrast keyboard Increase the size of the Samsung keyboard and change the key colours to increase the contrast between the text and the background. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the High contrast keyboard switch to activate it.
Settings Magnifying the screen Magnify the screen and zoom in on a specific area. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the Magnification gestures switch to activate it. • Z ooming in and out: Quickly tap the screen three times to zoom in on a specific area. Quickly tap the screen three times again to return to the normal view.
Settings Hearing Sound detectors Set the device to vibrate when it detects your doorbell or a baby crying. While you are using voice recognition, such as S Voice, the sound detectors will not operate. Baby crying detector On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Hearing → Sound detectors, and then tap the Baby crying detector switch to activate it.
Settings Caption settings On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Hearing → Samsung subtitles (CC) or Google subtitles (CC), and then tap the switch to activate it. Select an option for configuring the caption settings. Adjusting the sound balance Set the device to adjust the sound balance when using a headset.
Settings Assistant menu Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon for accessing apps, features, and settings. You can easily control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Assistant menu.
Settings Easy screen turn on Turn on the screen by moving your hand above the sensor at the top of the device. You can turn on the screen without pressing a key. When you use this feature, place the device on a flat surface with the screen facing upwards or hold the device securely to prevent it from moving.
Settings Direction lock Create a directional combination to unlock the screen. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Direction lock, and then tap the switch to activate it. Drag your finger up, down, left, or right six to eight times, and then tap CONTINUE. Draw the direction combination again to verify it and tap CONFIRM.
• C ontact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. Refer to Samsung Members for more information. • R eport diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung.
Settings • S amsung advertising ID: View or reset your Samsung Advertising ID. • M arketing information: Set whether to receive Samsung marketing information, such as special offers, membership benefits, and newsletters. • R eset: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset.
• B attery info: View the device’s battery status and information. Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
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• R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions.
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The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased •...
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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app.
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Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
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Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.