Samsung Galaxy S6 User Manual
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Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference. -
Page 2: Legal Notices
SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG... - Page 3 Samsung’s security platform ™ is less than the specified capacity because the and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for operating system and default applications occupy security with enterprise use in mind. Additional part of the memory. The available capacity may licensing fee may be required.
- Page 4 Settings > SYSTEM > About device > Legal Information > Samsung legal or you may access the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device at: English samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................62 ......7 S Health ................64 Know Your Device ............8 S Voice ................65 Home Screen ..............9 Samsung Pay ..............66 Status Bar .................12 Video Player ..............67 Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ....13 Voice Recorder ..............69 Notification Panel ............15... - Page 6 Backup and Reset ............ 106 Language and Input Settings ......107 Battery ................109 Storage ................110 Date and Time Settings ........111 Help ................... 112 About Device ............... 113 Table of Contents...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device. -
Page 8: Front View
Front View Earpiece Proximity sensors Status light Front camera Volume keys Power key Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Earpiece: Listen to a call. Recent: Display recent apps or touch and hold for Home screen options. • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record •... -
Page 9: Back View
Back View Microphone Infrared transmitter Flash Rear camera Heart rate sensor SIM tray Headset jack Speaker USB charger/ Microphone Accessory port • • Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices Microphone: Records audio and detects voice using infrared light. commands. • • Flash: Illuminates subjects in low-light Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. -
Page 10: Assemble Your Device
PIN, available optional Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging services, and other features. devices. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. -
Page 11: When To Charge The Battery
When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. -
Page 12: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power key until the device starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off screen times out. -
Page 13: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use To create a new Google Account or set up your Accounts settings. For more information, Google Account on your device at any time, use see Accounts. -
Page 14: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to... -
Page 15: Home Screen
Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Notification icons Status icons Status bar Widget Apps folder Home screen indicator Apps list App shortcuts • • Status icons: Displays information about the Home screen indicator: Indicates which device, such as the network signal strength, Home screen is presently displayed. -
Page 16: Customize Your Home Screen
Wallpapers Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or widgets, folders, and using choose from preloaded wallpapers. wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. -
Page 17: App Shortcuts
Themes App Shortcuts Set visual themes for all system screens and icons You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from on your device. any Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen –... -
Page 18: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed: Missed call. information (such as network Call: A call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Hold: A call is on hold. alerts on the left. -
Page 19: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device, Touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location. and basics for how to customize • screens by editing, sharing, and Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. - Page 20 Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. • MORE: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This usually also allows you to select items to delete or share. • DELETE: Tap to select items to delete. Often you can tap a checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.
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Page 21: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Edit Notification panel Settings Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Clear notifications • • Edit Notification panel: Tap to change settings Screen brightness: Drag the slider to adjust for the Notification panel, including which screen brightness. -
Page 22: Quick Settings
View the Notification Panel 1. Swipe down on the Status bar to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. • Tap an item to open it. • To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. -
Page 23: Multi Window
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls Activate Multi Window You can also launch recently used apps directly into Apps that support Multi window display together on Multi window view: a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and 1. - Page 24 Window Controls Select an application window and tap the window border. Control Buttons Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window applications. Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature.
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Page 25: Enter Text
To customize the Samsung keyboard: application in use. Not all options are available for all apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. For more information, see Samsung Keyboard. Know Your Device Enter Text... -
Page 26: Using Google Voice Typing
For example, to enter the word “this”, slide your fingers between the letters “t-h-i-s”. Settings Delete text 1. On the Samsung keyboard, tap Google voice typing. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left Enable and Configure Swype of the Space bar) to find it. -
Page 27: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services. -
Page 28: Phone Screen
Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. More options Tabs Keypad Voicemail Hide the keypad Call • • More options: Tap to view more options. Keypad: Tap the number that you want to call. •... -
Page 29: Call Settings
Access Phone Call Settings There are a couple of ways to access Phone. There are also a couple of ways to access the Call settings menu. ► From a Home screen, tap ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > MORE > –... -
Page 30: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the device rings and displays the caller’s phone number or name, if functionality associated with stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call. -
Page 31: Call Waiting
Multitask While On a Call Place a New Call While on a Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can If you exit the call screen and return to a make another call while a call is in progress. Home screen, your active call is indicated by 1. -
Page 32: Call Log
Call Log Add a Call to the Reject List By adding a caller to your Reject list, future calls The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, from this number are sent directly to your voicemail. or missed are stored in the Call log. 1. -
Page 33: Speed Dial
Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut Remove a Speed Dial Number Assignment number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap MORE > Speed dial. 3. Find the contact to remove from Speed dial. Create a Speed Dial 4. -
Page 34: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode. Make an Emergency Call You can make an emergency call with or without an active SIM card. -
Page 35: Set Up And Access Voicemail
Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Access Your Voicemail from voicemail. Another Phone 1. Dial your wireless phone number. Set Up Your Voicemail 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press the asterisk or star (*) key on the phone you are 1. -
Page 36: Applications
Applications The Apps list displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps. -
Page 37: Apps List
3. Tap ENABLE. The app displays again in the Apps Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. list. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung For more information, see Disabled Apps. apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more. -
Page 38: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Remove Folders The Apps shortcuts can be organized into folders Remove folders from an Apps screen without and rearranged in your own custom order. deleting the apps inside. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > EDIT. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 2. -
Page 39: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Settings Google. Quickly and easily change Google app settings to suit your preferences. Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. Note: You must be signed in to the Visit google.com to learn more. application you want to configure. -
Page 40: Play Books
Play Books Wallet Find millions of free e-books and Use your device to buy from stores, hundreds of thousands more to buy in the websites, and to send money. eBookstore. Visit google.com/wallet to learn more. Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn more. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos right Play Games... -
Page 41: Cricket Applications
Cricket Applications These services make using Cricket even better and easier! Find these apps in the Cricket folder. Deezer Listen, discover, and take your music anywhere. My Cricket Access billing, make a quick payment, view usage and access support from the palm of your hand. -
Page 42: Other Applications
Keep up with friends and family with the Samsung Milk Music Facebook app. Share updates, photos, Samsung Milk Music is a streaming radio and videos, as well as text, chat, and play service that offers a simple way to find the games. -
Page 43: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation Use the device as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. -
Page 44: Calendar
Calendar Manage your calendar events Create a Task and tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete. Create an Event Apps >... -
Page 45: Calendar Settings
Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap MORE > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Calendar... -
Page 46: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Gallery Show or hide Quick settings Record video Quick Take a picture settings Switch cameras Camera settings Shooting mode • • Gallery: Tap to open the Gallery to view photos Shooting mode: Tap to change the shooting and videos. -
Page 47: Take Pictures
Take Pictures Both cameras • Live broadcast: Broadcast live on YouTube. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear Share your link with friends so they can watch camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. your video in real time. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic •... -
Page 48: Camera Settings
• Camera Settings Voice control: To take pictures say smile, cheese, capture, or shoot. To record videos, Use Camera settings to configure the camera. say Record video. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as the camera key, the record key, or as a 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of zoom key. - Page 49 Live Broadcast Share a Broadcast You can share your live broadcast with contacts Share what is happening around you on YouTube. before recording, or share the link after you have finished recording and it has been posted to To access the Live Broadcast: YouTube.
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Page 50: Clock
Clock • The Clock app offers features for OPTIONS: Tap to view and set the following options: keeping track of time and setting Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm uses alarms. sound, vibration, or sound and vibration to alert you. 1. -
Page 51: World Clock
World Clock Timer The World clock lets you keep track of the current The timer provides a countdown timer for up to time in multiple cities around the globe. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 52: Contacts
Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •... -
Page 53: Delete Contacts
Share a Name Card Delete Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s You can delete a single contact or choose multiple information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can contacts to delete. share a vCard through Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, 1. -
Page 54: Create A Group
Groups Add Contacts to a Group To add contacts to a group: You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap create your own. You might create a group for your family, for co-workers, or a team. -
Page 55: Delete A Group
Delete a Group Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap GROUPS. 3. Tap DELETE. • Tap the group category to open. • Tap the groups to select them or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all 4. -
Page 56: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and View Multiple Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for multiple accounts in one application. on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. To access Email: 1. -
Page 57: Email Settings
Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an These settings allow you to modify settings email using the Email app. associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 58: Galaxy Apps
From a Home screen, swipe across the screens and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Tap an app and follow the instructions to download Galaxy Essentials apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps... -
Page 59: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos and videos. To play videos from the Gallery app: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in 2. - Page 60 Share Images and Videos 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap MORE > Share. 4. Tap images and videos to select them, and then tap SHARE. 5. Tap a sharing service and follow the prompts to send the images and videos.
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Page 61: Internet
Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully-featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To access the Internet: To open a new tab: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > ► Tap Tabs >... -
Page 62: Secret Mode
Secret Mode Saved Web Pages Saving a web page stores the web page content on Pages viewed in secret mode are not listed in your your device so that you can access it offline. browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. -
Page 63: Memo
Memo Use the Memo app to write and Browse Memos save notes on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung Memo. folder > 2. Browse memo entries by swiping up or down. Compose a Memo 3. To search for a memo, tap SEARCH. -
Page 64: Messages
Types of Messages Add Recipient to select a a recipient or tap recipient from your Contacts or Groups. The Samsung Messages app provides the following • If manually entering recipients, enter additional message types: recipients by separating each entry with a •... -
Page 65: Messaging Settings
View New Messages Messaging Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon displays on the Status bar. messages, push messages, and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: ► Open the Notification panel and select the message. -
Page 66: Music Player
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Song queue More options Sound quality and effects Playback position Volume Favorite Time elapsed Song length Playback controls • •... -
Page 67: Listen To Music
Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap a category at the top left of the screen to view your music files. 3. Swipe through the list of songs and tap a song to begin playback. 4. -
Page 68: My Files
MORE: Tap for the following options: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap • Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal Samsung folder > My Files. hidden files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or • STORAGE USAGE: Tap to view memory folders. - Page 69 Options for Selected Files and Folders 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files. 2. Tap a category. 3. Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: •...
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Page 70: S Health
S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; manage your health goals and • Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals. -
Page 71: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Speak a command. Microphone, if the device does not hear 3. -
Page 72: Samsung Pay
Simple to Set up and Use From registering your cards to making a purchase, using Samsung Pay is easy. When it’s time to pay, just launch the app, hold your Samsung device near the credit card terminal and authorize it with the touch of your finger. -
Page 73: Video Player
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. File name More options Playback position Volume Time elapsed Video length Pop-up Screen ratio player Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play • • More options: Tap to view more options. Rewind: Tap to restart the video or skip to a previous video. - Page 74 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size Use Video Player to access and play videos stored You can change the size of the video during video on your device. playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
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Page 75: Voice Recorder
Record voice memos and notes. Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: Create a Voice Recording 1. From a Home screen, tap Samsung folder > Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Recordings. Samsung folder > Voice Recorder. -
Page 76: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the Home screen, apps, and features. -
Page 77: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Search for Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain settings. setting, you can use the Search feature. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >... - Page 78 Change the Quick Settings You can change the Quick settings list to include your most frequently used settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap MORE > Edit quick settings. • Select additional settings to display in your Quick settings menu.
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Page 79: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Wi-Fi Networks types of Wireless Local Area To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access >... - Page 80 Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
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Page 81: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Pair Bluetooth Devices communications technology that The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to allows you to connect wirelessly establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. to a number of Bluetooth Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a devices, such as headsets one-time process. -
Page 82: Rename A Paired Device
Rename a Paired Device Once you have paired your device to another device, you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > CONNECTIONS. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on Bluetooth. -
Page 83: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. Turn Airplane Mode On or Off There are a couple of ways to enable or disable Airplane mode. -
Page 84: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use Mobile Hotspot to share Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot your device’s Internet connection with other devices using your Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to Mobile Hotspot. device as a portable Wi-Fi 1. -
Page 85: Usb Tethering
Change the Mobile Hotspot Turn Off Mobile Hotspot Password Automatically To change the default Mobile Hotspot password: Set your device to automatically turn off Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot if there are no connected device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > >... -
Page 86: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel. •... -
Page 87: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Mobile networks for options: • Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a mobile data network. • Data Roaming: Allow your device to connect to data services while roaming. -
Page 88: Nfc And Payment
NFC and Payment NFC (Near Field Communication) Tap and Pay allows data exchange when you Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making touch your device with another purchases on your device. compatible device. -
Page 89: More Connection Settings
Note: You must set a screen lock Pattern, PIN, Printing Password, or Fingerprints before setting up a VPN. For more information, see Lock Screen and Security. Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). Add a VPN 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 90: Default Messaging App
Default Messaging App If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > connection settings. 2. Tap Default messaging app to select a default. Settings More Connection Settings... -
Page 91: Sounds And Notifications
Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. notifications, screen touches, and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the Home screen by pressing the Volume key. -
Page 92: Adapt Sound
Tap Vibration intensity and move the sliders 3. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it. to change the amount. • Tap Vibration pattern to choose a pattern. Notification Sounds for Samsung • Tap ON/OFF for each option to enable. Applications Vibrate while ringing Choose notification alerts for new messages, calendar events, and email. -
Page 93: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen This setting allows you to block all notifications Choose which notifications can display while the and alerts. The options below determine what device is locked. notifications can make sounds, and during what time 1. -
Page 94: Display Settings
Display Settings Adjust display options and Screen Timeout features, including screen Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you tap the screen or press any key. brightness, font options, and screen mode. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Screen timeout, and then choose a time Screen Brightness period. - Page 95 Daydream Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Daydream.
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Page 96: Motions And Gestures
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by picking up the device and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. -
Page 97: Applications Settings
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications Downloaded on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Application Manager Application manager. You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the to manage your downloaded and preloaded downloaded applications on your device. -
Page 98: Running Services
Running Services Disabled Apps View and control services running on your device. View and configure disabled apps on your device. Apps > Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled 1. From a Home screen, tap an app on the Apps list. Application manager. -
Page 99: Default Applications
Default Applications Application Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are such as email apps, you can select one app to be available in one convenient location. the default. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 100: Wallpaper Settings
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. -
Page 101: Themes
Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens. • Tap Theme Store to download additional themes from the Theme Store with your Samsung account. • Tap HELP for help using this feature. 2. Tap a theme, and then tap APPLY to set the theme. -
Page 102: Lock Screen And Security
This option You can also use your fingerprint to verify your provides medium security. identity when logging in to your Samsung account. • PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option provides medium to high Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique security. -
Page 103: Device Security
► To access your device remotely, Change Backup Password visit findmymobile.samsung.com. You can change the backup password for your Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and fingerprint. enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 104: Unknown Sources
Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Settings Lock Screen and Security... -
Page 105: Device Administration
Device Administration Advanced Security Settings Manage your device administrators and application Use these options to configure advanced security installation privileges. settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security 2. Tap Lock screen and security >... -
Page 106: Privacy And Safety
Privacy and Safety Choose from various modes Recent Location Requests designed to hide personal Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. content from being accessed by anyone else using your device, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 107: Send Sos Messages
Report Diagnostic Info This feature sends diagnostic information about your device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Privacy and safety > Report diagnostic info. 3. Tap YES to enable this feature or tap NO THANKS. -
Page 108: Easy Mode
Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. -
Page 109: Accessibility
Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all use with hearing aids. times for privacy. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter subtitles with multimedia files when available selection instead of double tapping. - Page 110 • Auto haptic: The device vibrates in time to the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. It also vibrates when buttons are tapped in supported apps. This may consume battery power, and not all applications support this feature. Dexterity and interaction •...
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Page 111: Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, Note: Sync options and the location of the sync command differ depending on the account type. including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and Account Settings social networking accounts. Each account has its own set of settings. In addition,... -
Page 112: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. Backup and Restore 3. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts to Enable backup of your information to Google... -
Page 113: Language And Input Settings
• Languages: Set the current language. Samsung Keyboard Additional languages can be downloaded. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. • Gestures: Learn about using Swype gestures. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 114: Google Voice Typing
• Language: Select languages for Google voice • Preferred TTS engine: Tap Settings next typing. to the Samsung or Google Text-to speech • engine for options. “Ok Google” detection: Tap to launch a Google search whenever you say “Ok Google”. •... -
Page 115: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Battery for options: • Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on, and customize options. • Ultra power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. -
Page 116: Storage
Storage View the device memory To increase available memory: and usage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Storage. Device Memory 3. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps. Tap DELETE to confirm. View and manage the memory used by the device. 4. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary Apps >... -
Page 117: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 118: Help
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Help for information about: • New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings Settings Help... -
Page 119: About Device
About Device View information about your Software Updates device, including status, legal Use Software update to update your device’s software. information, hardware and software versions, and more. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...