Table of Contents Introduction Get Started Parts and Functions SIM Card SD Card Insert SD Card Unmount the SD Card Erase SD Card Remove SD Card Battery Use Turn Your Tablet On and Off Use the Touchscreen Activate Your Tablet Complete the Setup Screens Basic Operations Basics Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Tablet Settings Menu Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation Capture Screenshots Applications Launch Applications Apps List Airplane Mode Silent Mode Enter Text Touchscreen Keyboards English (US) Google Keyboard Swype Google Voice Typing Tips for Editing Text Google Account Create a Google Account...
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Sign In to Your Google Account Google Play Store Find and Install an App Request a Refund for a Paid App Update an App Uninstall an App Get Help with Google Play Lock and Unlock Your Screen Update Your Tablet Update Your Tablet Software Update Your Profile Update Your PRL Your Tablet Interface Home Screen Basics Home Screen Layout Extended Home Screens Status Bar and Notification Panel Status Bar Notifications Panel Customize the Home Screen Change the Wallpaper Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen Add Widgets to the Home Screen Add Folders to the Home Screen Contacts Add a Contact View Contacts Contacts Screen Layout Edit a Contact Delete a Contact Share a Contact Import Contacts Back Up Contacts Messaging and Internet Gmail Create and Send a Gmail Message Check Received Gmail Messages...
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Use Gmail Labels Archive Gmail Threads Mute Gmail Threads Delete Gmail Threads Search Gmail Messages Report Spam or Phishing Gmail Add Another Google (Gmail) Account Switching Between Gmail Accounts Gmail Settings Email Set Up an Email Account Add an Email Account Add an Exchange Account Compose and Send Email Open Email Messages Delete an Email Account Manage Your Email Inbox Exchange Email Features Data Service General Information (4G LTE) Enhanced 4G LTE Data Connection Status and Indicators Chrome Browser Use the Chrome Browser Add a Bookmark View Chrome Browser History Open New Browser Tabs Browser Settings Camera and Video Camera Overview Take Pictures and Record Videos Take a Picture Record Videos View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Edit Pictures Share Pictures and Videos Send Pictures or Videos by Email Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth...
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Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media Share Videos on YouTube Camera Settings Switch Cameras Set Camera Functions Scan Barcodes and Text Apps and Features NASCAR Mobile Google Maps Hangouts Google Search Use Google Search Use Google Voice Search Calculator Calendar Add an Event to the Calendar View Calendar Events Sync Calendars Synchronize an Exchange Calendar Time Set Alarms Additional Time Features Twitter Install the Twitter App on Your Tablet Tweet on Twitter Facebook Install the Facebook App on Your Tablet Use Facebook YouTube View YouTube Videos Post a Video to YouTube Google Play Music App Play Music with Google Play Music Google Play Music Screen Layout Create Playlists in Google Play Music Notes Connectivity...
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Transfer Files between Your Tablet and a Computer Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Wi-Fi Settings Disconnect Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot Tethering and Portable Hotspot Bluetooth Bluetooth Information Enable the Bluetooth Feature Pair Bluetooth Devices Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device Send Information Using Bluetooth Receive Data via Bluetooth Settings Basic Settings Wi-Fi Settings Menu Bluetooth Settings Data Usage Settings More Settings Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection Set Up Secure Credential Storage Add a VPN Connection Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN Status Bar Settings Display Settings Sound & Notification Settings Storage Settings Battery Settings Apps Settings System Profiles Settings Location Settings Security Settings Lock Screen Settings Screen Lock...
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Disable the Screen Lock Lock Screen Options Accounts Language & Input Settings Backup and Reset Date & Time Settings Accessibility Settings Printing Activate this Device System Updates About Tablet For Assistance Troubleshooting Specifications Sprint Account Information and Help Sprint Account Passwords Manage Your Account Electronic Recycling Copyright Information Index...
Introduction The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new tablet. About the User Guide ® Thank you for purchasing your new Alcatel ONETOUCH PIXI™ 7. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your tablet. Before Using Your Tablet Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your tablet thoroughly for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions. Descriptions in the User Guide Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your tablet’s setup at the time of purchase. Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the tablet’s home screen, which is displayed by tapping Home . Some operation descriptions may be simplified. Screenshots and Key Labels Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your tablet. Key labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your tablet’s display. Other Notations In the user guide, the tablet may be referred to either as “tablet,” or “device.” A microSD™ or microSDHC™ card is referred to as an “SD Card” or a “memory card.” Introduction...
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your tablet’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your tablet's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only. Tablet Layout Part Description Headset jack Allows you to plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. USB charger/accessory Allows you to connect the tablet charger or the USB cable port (included). Power/lock Key Press to turn on/off the tablet, or switch your tablet to silent mode, Airplane mode, or restart the device. Lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, Back key options menu, the notification panel, or onscreen keyboard. Returns you to the home screen. Home key Get Started...
Part Description Displays a list of recently used applications. Recent apps key Volume up/down key Allows you to adjust the ringer or media volumes. Front camera Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen and allows you to video conference. MicroSD card/SIM card Allows you to insert microSD card or SIM card. slots Rear camera Allows you to take pictures and videos. Speaker Allows you to hear the different ringers and sounds. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the tablet. SIM Card The SIM card is an IC card containing the tablet number and other customer information. Handling a SIM Card Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card. Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting SIM card in another-brand IC card reader, etc. Sprint is not responsible in such case. Always keep the IC chip clean. Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth. ...
Insert SIM card Follow these instructions to insert a SIM card. Remember to power off your tablet before inserting a SIM card. Note: Your tablet’s SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only. 1. Open the card cover. 2. Insert the SIM card. 3. Close the cover after inserting the SIM card. Get Started...
Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward. Note: Before inserting/removing the SIM card, please make sure the tablet is off, to protect it from corruption or damage. In addition, regularly removing or inserting the SIM card may cause the tablet to restart. SD Card Your tablet supports the use of an optional SD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. It supports cards up to 64 GB. Some cards may not operate properly with your tablet. SD Card Cautions Data: Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. Sprint is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed. Reading/Writing Data: Never power off while reading or writing data. Battery Level: A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card. Handling SD Card: Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. It may cause choking if swallowed. Insert SD Card Follow these instructions to insert a microSD card. Remember to power off your tablet before inserting a microSD card. 1. Open the card cover. Get Started...
2. Insert the microSD card. 3. Close the cover after inserting the microSD card. Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward. Note: Before inserting/removing the microSD card, please make sure the tablet is off, to protect it from corruption or damage. In addition, regularly removing or inserting the microSD card may cause the tablet to restart. Unmount the SD Card Always unmount the SD card before removing it from your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Get Started...
2. Tap Storage 3. Tap Unmount SD card > OK. The menu option name changes from Unmount SD card to Mount SD card. Erase SD Card If you want to erase data on SD card, follow the steps bellow. Get Started...
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Storage 3. Tap Erase SD card. Get Started...
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4. Tap ERASE SD CARD to continue. 5. Tap ERASE EVERYTHING to confirm. All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your tablet . Get Started...
Remove SD Card Follow these instructions to remove a microSD card. Remember to power off your tablet before removing a microSD card. 1. Open the card cover. 2. Remove the microSD card. 3. Close the cover after inserting the microSD card. Get Started...
Battery Use This topic explains how to charge your tablet. Battery Cautions Please note your tablet is a unibody device, the back cover and battery are not removable. Observe the following precautions for battery use: Do not attempt to open the back cover and replace the inner rechargeable Li-polymer battery. Please contact the dealer to replace it. Do not attempt to eject, replace, or open battery. Do not puncture the back cover of your device. Do not burn or dispose of your device in household garbage or store it at temperature above 50°C. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Charge Using the AC adapter Follow these instructions to charge your tablet’s battery using the included AC adapter. 1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/accessory jack on the top of your tablet. Get Started...
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter. 3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. When using your tablet for the first time, charge the battery fully (approximately 5 hours). Charging status ( ) is indicated by the percentage on screen while the tablet is powered off. The percentage increases as the tablet is charged. 4. After charging, disconnect the tablet from the charger. Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the tablet and the AC adapter. Note: To reduce power consumption and energy waste, when battery is fully charged, disconnect your charger from the plug, switch off Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth or background-running applications when not in use, reduce the backlight time, etc. Note: This device cannot be charged through USB computer connection. Please plug in your charger before first usage. Turn Your Tablet On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your tablet on and off. Turn Your Tablet On Press and hold the Power/Lock key. Get Started...
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Your tablet will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen. See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Lock Screen Settings for information about using the screen lock. The first time you turn on the tablet, you will see the setup screens. See Complete the Setup Screens for details. If your tablet is not yet activated, see Activate this Device for more information. Turn Your Tablet Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the tablet options menu. 2. Tap Power off to turn the tablet off. Your tablet will power off. Your screen remains blank while your tablet is off (unless the battery is charging). Get Started...
Use the Touchscreen Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of tap gestures. When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger. Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Get Started...
Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Get Started...
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Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the tablet sideways. When entering text, you can turn the tablet sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation for more details. Note: You can access the screen rotating setting by tapping Apps > Settings > Display > When device is rotated > Rotate the contents of the screen. Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the notifications panel. Pull down the status bar and touch Auto-rotate/Portrait to select or deselect the option. Get Started...
Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Activate Your Tablet Follow the instructions below to activate your tablet if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your tablet, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account. If you purchased your tablet at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use. If you received your tablet in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to activate automatically. When you turn tablet on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. You need to load a browser page when not connected to Wi-Fi to confirm activation. If your tablet is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another phone. Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the tablet is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key cancels the activation process. Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support. Get Started...
Complete the Setup Screens The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your tablet. Once your tablet has been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process. Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your tablet has been activated on your account. 1. The first time you power on the tablet, you will hear the voice from your tablet which is talking about the Talkback feature. To activate this feature, double tap the center of your touchscreen. Or tap Next to continue activation. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen. Select Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fi for more details. Get Started...
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3. Wi-Fi connected, tap SKIP to continue. Tap GOT IT, now you will enter the system updates process. Get Started...
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If you are not already working with a representative, tap ACTIVATE now to continue. 4. From the Welcome screen, select a language and tap to get started. Insert a SIM card, or tap SKIP to continue. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen. Get Started...
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Sign in – Enter your Gmail address and password and tap NEXT to sign in to your current Google Account. Or create a new account – Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google Account. There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address (Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup email address and recovery question), an option to join Google+, and an option to enable purchases from the Google Play Store app. Tap Next between each screen. 6. Set the screen lock now or tap SKIP to continue. Get Started...
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7. Tap MORE to select more Google services, and then tap NEXT. Tap NEXT. Your setup is now complete. Your tablet is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access additional options through the Apps screen or through Settings. Get Started...
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Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your tablet. However, to download apps from the Google Play Store app, you must link your tablet to a Google Account. Get Started...
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your tablet. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your tablet’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your tablet’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list. 1. From any screen, tap Home key to display the home screen. 2. Tap Apps to display the apps list. For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics. Select Options and Navigate Screens Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function. Basic Operations...
Tap Back to return to the previous screen. Recent Applications You can display a list of recently used applications using the recent apps key. Tap Recent Apps to view a list of recently used applications. Basic Operations...
Tablet Settings Menu You can customize your tablet’s settings and options through the Settings menu. From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Drag the status bar down and tap to switch to the Quick settings, then tap Settings For more information, see Settings. Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your tablet’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the tablet sideways. Basic Operations...
Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation. Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Pull down the status bar twice to display the quick settings menu. 2. Tap Auto-rotate/Portrait to turn the option on or off. You may need to scroll left or right to see the Auto-rotate option. Note: You can access the Auto-rotate setting by tapping Apps > Settings > Display > When device is rotated > Rotate the contents of the screen. Tip: You can also access the Auto-rotate setting from the quick settings panel. Pull down the status bar and tap to switch to quick settings, and then tap Auto-rotate/Portrait to select or deselect the option. Capture Screenshots You can use your tablet’s power and volume down keys to capture screenshots. Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Volume down key at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen. The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the tablet’s ...
Applications The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your tablet. Launch Applications All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list. 1. From home, tap Apps The apps list opens. 2. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application. The application opens. Apps List The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your tablet. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your tablet. Function/Service To enter 1weather application. 1Weather To do some common calculations. Calculator To manage events, meetings, and appointments. Calendar Basic Operations...
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Function/Service To take pictures. Camera To enter the Chrome browser. Chrome To manage your contact information. Contacts To display all the downloaded apps. Downloads To enter My Drive if you have added an account. Drive To access your email account. Email To enter Facebook application. Facebook To manage files on the device. File Manager To view pictures. Gallery To access your gmail account. Gmail To enter Google search. Google To access some Google Settings. Google Settings To log in to Google+ with your account. Google+ To log in to your Hangouts account. Hangouts To enter Tethering & portable hotspot. Hotspot To enter Instagram application Instagram To enter Lookout application. Lookout To enter Google Maps. Maps To enter Messenger application. Messenger To enjoy music.
Function/Service To watch movies or TV. Play Movies & To enjoy Google Play Music. Play Music To Browse news on the Web. Play Newsstand To enter Play Store. Play Store To change the tablet settings. Settings To record sounds. Sound Recorder Sprint Music Plus To use Sprint Music Plus to enjoy music. To enter the Time application. Time To use voice search on the Web. Voice Search To enter the Weather application. Weather To enter the YouTube application. YouTube Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your tablet on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or data. To turn on airplane mode: 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. ...
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. Tap Airplane mode. Your tablet’s wireless connection features are now restored. Tip: You can also access Airplane mode through the Quick settings. Drag the status bar down and tap to switch to the Quick settings, then tap Airplane mode. Silent Mode Silent mode sets your tablet’s ringer, operation sounds, notifications, etc., not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you. Note: Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, and certain other sounds may still be active during silent mode. To set silent mode: 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2. Tap Silent mode Your tablet is now in silent mode. To restore sound settings: 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. Basic Operations...
2. Tap Silent mode Your tablet’s sound settings are now restored. Enter Text You can type on your tablet using one of the available touchscreen keyboards or Google voice typing. Touchscreen Keyboards Your tablet offers you a choice of two touchscreen keyboards for entering text. The keyboard appears automatically onscreen when you tap a text entry field, and they can be used in either portrait or landscape mode. You can also use the Google Voice typing option to enter text using your voice (see Google Voice Typing for details). The methods available include: English (US) Google Keyboard lets you use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional options expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately. See English (US) Google Keyboard for details. Swype lets you enter letters and words in one continuous motion by swiping your finger across the letters. See Swype for details. Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key. English (US) Google Keyboard The English (US) Google Keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping keys (like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster and more accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more. Basic Operations...
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Assign English (US) Google Keyboard for Text Entry English (US) Google Keyboard is typically the default entry type. Basic Operations...
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Use English (US) Google Keyboard The illustration below clearly describes how to use English (US) Google Keyboard. Basic Operations...
Swype The Swype™ keyboard lets you enter words by drawing a path from letter to letter in one continuous motion. When you lift your finger after the last letter of a word, a space is automatically added. Assign Swype for Text Entry Use Swype Swype lets you enter a word with one continuous motion: just drag your finger over the letters in the word. Place your finger on the key with the first letter of the word and drag your finger to each subsequent letter without lifting your finger off the screen; Continue until you have finished the word. Lift your finger after the last letter; If Swype cannot clearly determine your word, the word choice window opens. Select an alternative word from the list. Basic Operations...
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For more information about using Swype and its additional capabilities, including using voice entry and personalizing your Swype dictionary, touch and hold from the Swype keyboard display. You can also visit swype.com for more information. Basic Operations...
Google Voice Typing Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. Tap on the top of the Keyboard to display a dialog screen. Speak the word/phrase you want to search for. A list of search results will display for you to select from. Basic Operations...
Tips for Editing Text Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more. To edit text you have entered: 1. Touch and hold or double-tap within the text you would like to edit. 2. Drag the tabs to change the highlighted selection. 3. The following options will appear: Select all , Cut , Copy and Paste To insert new text: 1. Tap where you want to type, or touch and hold a blank space, the cursor will blink and the tabs will show. Drag the tab to move the cursor. 2. If you have selected any text, tap the tab to show PASTE icon which allows you to paste any text you have previously copied. Google Account You will need a Google Account to access several tablet features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter your account information. These applications sync between your tablet and your online Google Account. Google Account Cautions Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password. Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your tablet. Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail Account through your tablet’s Setup ...
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4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new account. Create a Google Account Using Your Tablet 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account. 2. Tap Google and then tap in Or create a new account. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your account. Tap NEXT to proceed between steps, which may include: Enter your First name and Last name, and then tap NEXT. Enter a desired Username, and then tap NEXT. Create password and confirm the password, then tap NEXT. Enter a phone number (it helps you get back into your Google Account in case you forget your password) and tap VERIFY, enter the verification code and tap NEXT. If you don’t want to enter a tablet number, tap SKIP or NEXT and go to next step. On the Privacy and Terms screen, tap I AGREE to continue. ...
Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your tablet or online, you will be prompted to add a secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from which you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your tablet. Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your tablet, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account. 2. Tap Google, and then enter your email address and tap NEXT. Basic Operations...
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3. Enter your Gmail password, and then tap NEXT. You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items. 4. After your tablet connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your tablet and then tap NEXT. You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items. Basic Operations...
Google Play Store Google Play™ is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games to bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you can easily download and install it on your tablet. To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your tablet’s Wi-Fi or mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Sign In to Your Google Account for details. Installing Applications Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your tablet from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.). Sprint is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.). Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third- party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application. Find and Install an App When you install apps from the Google Play store app and use them on your tablet, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. Download and install only apps that you trust. 1. From home, tap Play Store 2. When you open the Google Play store app for the first time, the Terms of Service window will appear. Tap ACCEPT to continue. Basic Operations...
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3. Browse through the categories (Apps, Games, Movies & TV, Music, Books, or Newsstand), find an item you're interested in, and tap the name. Browse through featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open Google Play. Browse apps recommended by Sprint. Tap APPS > Sprint, and then scroll through the list. Basic Operations...
Search for an app. Tap on the Google Play home screen, enter the name or type of app you’re looking for, and then tap on the keyboard. 4. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews. 5. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). Note: You need a Google Wallet account to purchase items on Google Play. Set up a Google Wallet account if you do not have one. 6. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal information or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. If you agree to the conditions, tap ACCEPT (for free apps) or the price tag (for paid apps) to begin downloading and installing the app. If you selected a paid application, you’re redirected to the Google Wallet screen to pay for the application before it’s downloaded to your tablet. The selected app is downloaded and installed on your tablet. Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your tablet. Purchasing Applications Purchase apps at your own risk. Sprint is not responsible for any disadvantages done to users or third parties. Request a Refund for a Paid App If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your credit card is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your tablet. If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you can’t request a refund a second time.
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Update an App Directly 1. From home, tap Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps. 3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap UPDATE > ACCEPT. The app update is downloaded and installed. Basic Operations...
Set Automatic App Updates 1. From home, tap Play Store 2. Tap Menu > Settings > Auto-update apps, select auto-update apps conditions. Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps. Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Play Store Basic Operations...
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2. Tap Menu > My apps. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL > OK. The app is uninstalled and removed from your tablet. Basic Operations...
Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers online help options if you have questions or want to know more about the app. 1. From home, tap Play Store 2. Tap Menu > Help & Feedback. The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play. Lock and Unlock Your Screen Your tablet allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it. Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key and show the lock screen. To save battery power, the tablet automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings. Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1. ...
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The lock screen appears. 2. Swipe your finger up on the screen to unlock, or swipe left to access camera directly. The screen is unlocked. If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password or PIN. See Lock Screen Settings. Basic Operations...
Update Your Tablet From time to time, updates may become available for your tablet. You can download and apply updates through Settings > System updates. Software Update Cautions During update: The tablet cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take time to update your tablet’s software. Signal during update: Update your tablet where signal reception is good, and do not change location during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before beginning an update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail. An update failure may disable the tablet. Other functions during update: Other tablet functions cannot be used during a software update. Update Your Tablet Software You can update your tablet's software using the System updates option. Before Updating Your Tablet Updating your tablet may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your tablet (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). You must back up all critical information before updating your tablet firmware. Back Up All Data Prior to Update To back up your Gmail information: 1. ...
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Your Google app purchases are reloaded remotely and can be re-installed after the update is applied. 1. From home, tap Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My Apps > ALL tab. 3. Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to reinstall. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions. Note: Your Google app purchases are reloaded remotely and can be re-installed after the update is applied. As an added precaution, to preserve any data on your microSD card, please unmount it from your tablet prior to starting the update process. From home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card. Update Your Tablet’s Software Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update now option to update your tablet’s software. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates. Basic Operations...
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2. Tap System updates. Tap to check for updates. Your tablet automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your tablet off and back on to complete the software upgrade. Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notifications panel. 1. Locate the System update Available icon in notifications. 2. Drag the status bar down. 3. Tap to open the System Updates screen. 4. Tap Download and follow the onscreen instructions. 5. The downloading icon ( ) appears within the status bar to indicate the tablet is downloading the necessary files. 6. Tap Restart and install to complete the process. Basic Operations...
Confirm Your Current Tablet Firmware 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet. 2. The software version will be showed in the SW version. Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Updates > Update Profile. Basic Operations...
2. Follow the onscreen instructions. 3. The tablet will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to reconnect with the network. Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update > Update PRL. Basic Operations...
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2. Follow the onscreen instructions. The tablet will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Basic Operations...
Your Tablet Interface The following topics describe how to use and customize your tablet’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notifications panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Home Screen Layout You can bring all your favorite icons (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets) to your home screen for quick access. Tap the Home key to switch to home screen. Item Description Status bar The status bar displays icons to notify you of your tablet’s status (on the right side) and notifications (on the left side). Notifications area The notification area of the status bar (on the left) displays notifications for incoming emails, application updates, and more. Your Tablet Interface...
Item Description Status area The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays tablet and service status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi and data connectivity, ringer status, and time. Widget Widgets are self-contained onscreen apps that reside on your tablet’s home screen. Application icons Application icons are shortcuts to favorite applications. You can add and remove these shortcuts as you wish. Primary shortcuts Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same location on all of your tablet’s home screens. These are customizable except for the Applications (Apps) shortcut, which remains static. Applications (Apps) Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The apps list key is a primary shortcut available from all home screens. list key Recent apps Tap to display a list of recently used applications. key/Menu key Tap to display the main home screen. Home key Tap to return to the previous screen. Back key Note: Your tablet’s home screens cycle through so that you can keep swiping in one direction and make it back to the main home screen. The small circles above the primary shortcuts let you know your current screen position. Tip: Tap Home to return to the main home screen from any other screen. ...
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If you are not already using the maximum number of screens for your tablet, you can add more screens by touching and drag an app on to the right, and then release it until you have add a new home screen. While on an extended screen, tap Home to return to the main home screen. To go directly to a particular screen: 1. From any home screen, touch and hold the empty place on the screen to display thumbnail images of all screens. Your Tablet Interface...
2. Tap the screen you want to open. Status Bar and Notification Panel Your tablet’s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen. Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides tablet and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view the notifications panel or access the quick settings menu, tap the status bar and drag it down. Status Bar Layout Main Status Icons Icon Status ® Bluetooth active GPS active ® Wi-Fi active Downloading Your Tablet Interface...
Icon Status Network (full signal) Enhanced 4G LTE data service Airplane mode Sync active Alarm set Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Main Notification Icons Icon Notification New email New Gmail New Hangout message Event USB connection Alarm Warning Update available Update downloading Update successful Keyboard active More notifications available (pull down to view) Notifications Panel Your tablet’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download updates, use the quick settings menu, and more. Your Tablet Interface...
Open the Notifications Panel Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.) The notifications panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list. Close the Notifications Panel Slide the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.) – or – Tap Back to close the notifications panel. Notifications Panel Layout The notifications panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu. Your Tablet Interface...
Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home screen. Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen Moving Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the desired location. Deleting Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to Remove Displaying the Home Screen Menu: From home, touch and hold an empty space to display the home screen menu. Menu options include Wallpapers, Widgets, and Settings. Change the Wallpaper Select and assign your tablet’s background wallpaper. 1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap WALLPAPERS. Your Tablet Interface...
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You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. Tap Apps > Settings > Display > Wallpaper. 2. Tap an option to set the wallpaper. Your Tablet Interface...
3. Select wallpaper and then tap Set wallpaper. The wallpaper is set. Note: If you select Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Once selected, tap Set wallpaper. Note: If you select Live Wallpapers, before you tap Set wallpaper, you can tap Settings to select custom animation settings, etc., for the live wallpaper. Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen. 1. From home, tap Apps Your Tablet Interface...
The Apps list opens. 2. Touch and hold an app icon. The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens. 3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens. The shortcut is added to the home screen. Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your tablet’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on the home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like an onscreen application. There are all ® kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Facebook status windows, Gmail and email accounts, and many others. 1. Touch and hold an empty space on the home screen. Your Tablet Interface...
The Widgets tab shows. 2. Tap WIDGETS. 3. Touch and hold a widget icon. The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens. 4. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens. The widget is added to the home screen. Add Folders to the Home Screen You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access. 1. Drag a shortcut and release it over another shortcut on the home screen to create a folder. Your Tablet Interface...
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2. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, drag a shortcut and drop on top of the new folder. The new shortcut is added to the folder. Change Folder Names Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display. 1. Tap a folder on the home screen to open it and then tap the folder name. 2. Type a new name and tap or to exit. Your Tablet Interface...
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is left uncharged. Accident or malfunction may also cause loss or change to information. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of contacts and other important information. Sprint is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts. Add a Contact You can add contacts from your tablet’s Contact application. Enter details such as name, tablet numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more. 1. From home screen, tap Apps > Contacts You will see the Contacts list. You can also access contacts directly from the Contacts shortcut or the apps list. From home, tap Contacts , or if there’s no shortcut, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap to add a contact. Contacts...
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The Add Contact screen appears. 3. If you have multiple account types associated with your tablet, select a contact type. Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced automatically with your Google Account online. Select TABLET as the sync account if you want your contacts on your tablet only; they will not be synced with your Google Account. 4. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want. [Picture]: Tap the picture icon to assign a picture to the contact. Name TABLET EMAIL ADDRESS SPECIAL DATES GROUPS Add another field: Tap ADD ANOTHER FIELD to include additional information such as IM address, Notes, Nickname, Website, etc. Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right of the field and select the appropriate type. Contacts...
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add new on the bottom of the entry field. 5. When you have finished adding information, tap The contact is added. View Contacts View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts Contacts...
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You will see the Contacts list. You can also access contacts directly from the Contacts shortcut or the apps list. From home, tap Contacts , or if there’s no shortcut, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details. The contact’s detailed listing appears. Contacts...
Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Item Description Groups tab Show contact groups. Favorites tab Show favorite contacts. All Contacts Show all contacts. Contact Tap to show contact’s details. Search Search contacts. Add new Add a new contact. Edit a Contact Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. 1. From menu screen, tap Contacts Contacts...
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You will see the contacts list. You can also access contacts directly from the Contacts shortcut or the apps list. From home, tap Contacts , or if there’s no shortcut, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details. The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3. Tap Edit 4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact. Contacts...
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Your changes are saved to the contact entry. Note: To select a type (label) for a phone, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Birthday, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field. Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add new on the right side of the entry field. Delete a Contact You can delete a contact from the contacts details page. 1. From home, tap Contacts You will see the Contacts list. You can also access contacts directly from the Contacts shortcut or the apps list. From home, tap Contacts , or if there’s no shortcut, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to view its details. Contacts...
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The contact’s detailed listing appears. 3. Tap Menu > Delete. 4. Tap OK. The contact is deleted. Contacts...
Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, or Gmail. 1. From main menu, tap Contacts You will see the contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Share. You will see the Share contact via menu. 3. In the Share contact via menu, select a method: Contacts...
Gmail to send the information as a Gmail attachment. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Create and Send a Gmail Message for details. Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth. Drive to send the information via Drive. Email to send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Compose and Send Email for details on sending email. Wi-Fi Direct to send the information via Wi-Fi. 4. Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method. The selected contact will be shared. Import Contacts Your tablet offers a couple of options for importing contacts from installed SD memory cards or external devices via USB. Before Importing Contacts from an SD Card You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your tablet before you can import contacts. See SD Card for SD card information. Contacts...
Import Contacts from an SD Card or Storage 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts You will see the contacts list. 2. Tap Menu > Import/export. You will see the Import/export contacts menu. 3. Tap Import from storage. 4. Select a destination for the imported contacts. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import. The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account. Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can manually back them up from an SD card or Storage for re-import if needed. Before Backing Up Contacts to an SD Card You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your tablet before you can back up your contacts. See SD Card for SD card information. Back Up Contacts to Your SD Card 1. ...
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You will see the contacts list. 2. Tap Menu > Import/export. You will see the Import/export contacts menu. 3. Tap Export to storage. 4. Select the contacts you want to import and then tap 5. Select path as SD card, tap OK to confirm. 6. Tap OK again to confirm the export. The contacts are exported and saved to the installed SD card. Contacts...
Messaging and Internet With wireless service and your tablet’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, text, social networking accounts, and Hangouts. Gmail Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail messages. Before using Gmail, you must register a Google (Gmail) Account on your tablet. See Google Account for details. Gmail Cautions Gmail is handled as email from a PC. Restricting email from PCs on your tablet prevents your tablet from receiving Gmail. Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your tablet to create and send Gmail messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The Gmail inbox opens. 2. In the inbox, tap to compose a new Gmail message. The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send Messaging and Internet...
The Gmail message is sent. Gmail Composition Options Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap near To bar, and then add recipients. Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap > Attach file. Locate and then tap the picture or video you want to attach. Save as a Draft (Send Later): While composing your message, tap Menu > Save draft, or tap Back to save as a draft. Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap Menu > Discard. Note: To view your draft email messages, tap a nd then tap Drafts. Note: To view your sent messages, tap a nd then tap Sent. Check Received Gmail Messages Your tablet allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.
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2. Tap the new message from the notifications panel. The new Gmail message opens. If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox. Open Gmail Messages You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The Gmail inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view. Messaging and Internet...
The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options When Reviewing Gmail Messages Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your reply message, and tap Send To reply to all, tap or tap Options > Reply all. Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap , enter a recipient and an additional message, and tap Send Use Gmail Labels Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label "Inbox" is automatically added to the thread. By then adding the label "travel," all threads with "travel" are shown in a list. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options > Change labels. ...
3. Tap a label for the thread. The thread is added to the selected label. Archive Gmail Threads Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive for archived threads, they appear in the inbox again. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail . The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Archive Messaging and Internet...
The thread is now archived. Mute Gmail Threads If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail . The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options > Mute. Messaging and Internet...
The thread is now hidden. Delete Gmail Threads If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Delete Messaging and Internet...
The thread is deleted. Search Gmail Messages If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The inbox opens. 2. Tap Messaging and Internet...
3. Enter your search text and tap The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it. Report Spam or Phishing Gmail You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your tablet’s Gmail inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options > Report spam. Messaging and Internet...
The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Gmail. Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your tablet, you can add them from the Settings > Accounts menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account. Messaging and Internet...
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2. Tap Add account > Google and then enter your email address. 3. Enter your Gmail password, and then tap NEXT. You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items. 4. After your tablet connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your tablet and then tap NEXT. Messaging and Internet...
5. You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items. Note: You can also sign up for a new Gmail account from the Settings menu. In step 2 above, tap Or create a new account and follow the prompts. Switching Between Gmail Accounts If you have more than one Gmail account set up, you can switch between them in the Gmail app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail Messaging and Internet...
2. Tap 3. Tap the account you want to view from the list at the top of the menu. The selected account inbox is displayed. Gmail Settings You can also change some settings for your Gmail accounts. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail Messaging and Internet...
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3. Tap General Settings. Now you can change some settings for your Gmail account. Email Use the Mail application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange Active Sync account for your corporate email needs. Set Up an Email Account Your tablet supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts set up at one time. Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server name, etc., so you can get set up successfully. 1. From home, tap Email Messaging and Internet...
A popup window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account. The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email. Add an Email Account You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your tablet. Add an Email Account from the Email App You can add email accounts directly from the email app, even if you have another email account set 1. From home, tap Email The email inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings. Messaging and Internet...
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3. Tap Add account on the screen. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the account setup. The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account. Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings > Accounts menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > POP3. Messaging and Internet...
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2. Enter the Email address for the email account and then tap MANUAL SETUP. 3. Enter the required information: Username: Enter your network username. Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive). Messaging and Internet...
Server: Enter your system’s server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator. Port: Enter your port number. Security type: Tap to select a security type. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 5. Select your sync settings and then tap NEXT. 6. Enter an account name and a display name and tap NEXT to complete setup. The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account. Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the tablet database, you will be asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you proceed. Add an Exchange Account If you synchronize your tablet with your Exchange account, you can read, manage, and send email in the same easy way as with a POP3/IMAP account. However, you can also access some powerful Exchange features. Important: Before setting up an Exchange Account, contact your company’s Exchange Server administrator for required account settings information. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Exchange. 2. Enter the Email address for the email account and then tap Manual setup. Messaging and Internet...
3. Enter the required information: Username: Enter your network username. Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive). Client certificate: Tap to select a client certificate. Server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator. Security type: Tap to select a security type. Port: Enter your port number. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 5. Enter an account name and a display name and tap Done to complete setup. Your corporate email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account. Compose and Send Email Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your tablet. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. From home, tap Email Messaging and Internet...
The email inbox opens. If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the screen and select another account. 2. From the inbox, tap to compose a new email message. The email composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message. You can add multiple recipients to an email message. To add recipients from Contacts, tap select the contact(s) you wish to include, and then tap 4. Enter the email subject and message. To add an attachment to the message, tap , select an attachment type and an attachment. 5. Tap Send The email message is sent. Open Email Messages You can also open and read email messages directly from the email inbox. Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Email Messaging and Internet...
The email inbox opens. 2. Tap the message you want to view. The email message opens. Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account. 3. Tap Reply or tap Menu > Reply all to reply to the message. Options When Reviewing Email Messages Mark Mail as Unread: Touch and hold a read email message and then tap Deleting Email: Touch and hold the email message and then tap Delete . Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply or tap Menu > Reply all, compose your reply message, and tap Send Forwarding Email Messages: With the email message open, tap to enter Forward screen, then enter a recipient and an additional message, and tap Send Delete an Email Account You can delete an email account from your tablet if you no longer wish to receive messages for the ...
The email inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings. 3. Select the account(s) to delete, and then tap Remove account. 4. Tap CONTINUE to confirm. The account is deleted from your tablet. Manage Your Email Inbox Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email messages. View Your Email Inbox 1. From home, tap Email . The email inbox opens. 2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different inbox, or tap Combined view to see all your email inboxes at once. Refresh an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. While viewing the account you want to synchronize, tap Sync. Messaging and Internet...
Delete an Email Message 1. On the email account inbox, touch and hold the message you want to delete. 2. On the options menu, tap Delete Multiple Email Messages 1. On the email account inbox, tap the check box next to the messages you want to delete. 2. Tap Delete Exchange Email Features Set options for your corporate Exchange email messages, including synchronization options, flagging messages, out-of-office messages, meeting requests, and message priority. Synchronize Exchange Email You can set Exchange to automatically check for new Exchange email messages. Flag Email Messages For an Exchange account, you can flag email messages to help you keep track of them. Set Out of Office Status You can set your Out of Office status and auto-reply message right from your tablet. Data Service General Information (4G LTE) The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including launching a ...
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Set Your Network Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More > Cellular networks. 2. Slide to turn on Data enabled. 3. Tap Preferred network type. Messaging and Internet...
The tablet will scan for the best available 4G LTE network and will automatically connect to it. When your tablet is connected via 4G LTE network, the LTE icon appears in the status bar. Note: The enhanced 4G LTE network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your tablet to connect to it. Data Connection Status and Indicators Your tablet displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Icon Status Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars mean a better signal. 4G LTE data service: Your tablet is connected to the 4G LTE network. Chrome Browser In addition to the default "Internet" Web browser, your tablet supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Chrome Chrome opens. 2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address (URL). Chrome Support To find on-tablet help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap Menu > Help & Feedback. A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome.
The Chrome browser opens. The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Sprint home page. You can also launch the Chrome browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or Gmail message. Browser Use Options Searching within a Web Page: With a Web page displayed, tap Menu > Find in page, and enter your search text. Tip: To turn off the tablet’s default launch page, tap Menu > Settings > Home page > Off. Add a Bookmark Bookmark favorite sites using the Chrome browser menu options. 1. From home, tap Chrome . The browser opens. 2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Messaging and Internet...
The add bookmark window opens. 3. Check or change the bookmark title, URL, etc., and then tap Save. The Web page is added to bookmarks. Bookmark Options Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu > Bookmarks, select a bookmark folder to open, touch and hold a bookmark, tap Edit bookmark, edit the bookmark, and then tap Save. Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu > Bookmarks, select a bookmark folder to open, touch and hold a bookmark, tap Remove. Show Saved Web Pages: From the browser, tap Menu > Bookmarks, select a bookmark folder to open, and then tap a saved page to open it. View Chrome Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history. 1. From home, tap Chrome . The Chrome browser opens. 2. Tap Menu > History and then tap an entry. Messaging and Internet...
The Web page opens. Open New Browser Tabs Use tabbed browsing to switch between websites quickly and easily. 1. From home, tap Chrome . The browser opens. 2. Tap Menu > New tab, or you can tap on the top window to open a new tab. A new tab appears. To switch tabs, tap one of the available thumbnails in the tabs window. Browser Settings Customize your experience with the Internet through the browser settings menu. 1. From home, tap Chrome The browser opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings, and customize your browser settings. Messaging and Internet...
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Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your tablet comes with a 5 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options. Switch view mode: Switch between the back camera lens and the front-facing camera lens (for self-portraits, video chatting, etc.). HDR mode: Select HDR mode for the camera. Settings: Opens the camera settings menu and lets you change additional camera settings. See Camera Settings. Note: You can customize the onscreen shortcuts on the left side of the screen. Drag the screen from left to right and additional options may include Store location, Picture size, Countdown timer, Storage position, Continuous shot, Face detection, Select ISO, and Shutter tone volume. Learn More About Your Tablet's Camera For an overview of your tablet's camera and its features, you can access more information through the tablet's settings menu. 1. From home, tap Camera Camera and Video...
The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Settings , and tap a topic to learn more. Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your tablet’s camera. Camera and Video...
Capturing Pictures/Videos File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG. File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4. Camera Cautions If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still images/videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand. Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long periods. May discolor color filter and affect color of images. Mobile Light Warning Do not shine Mobile Light close to eyes. Do not look directly at Mobile Light when shining. Do not shine Mobile Light at other people's eyes. This may affect eyesight, etc. Take a Picture You can take high-resolution pictures using your tablet’s camera. Note: Pictures and videos are saved to your tablet’s memory. 1. From home, tap Camera The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Camera and Video...
Auto focus activates. 3. Tap to take the picture. The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your tablet or SD card. Record Videos Record high-quality videos by using Record from Camera Camera and Video...
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Note: If you have an SD card installed, and you have changed the Storage position as SD card in Camera settings, the pictures and videos will be stored to the SD card. If no card is installed, pictures and videos are saved to your tablet’s memory 1. From home, tap Camera The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject, tap and then tap Record Camera and Video...
3. Tap , video recording begins. 4. Tap to pause recording. Tap to stop recording. The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your tablet or SD card. View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your tablet’s camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or tablet memory. You can also take a look at your pictures and your friends’ pictures that are on your social networks (Facebook, Flickr etc.). For pictures that are on your storage card or tablet memory, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends. View Pictures and Videos You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your tablet’s Gallery. 1. From home, tap Gallery The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). Camera and Video...
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The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. To select another album, tap Back to return to the Albums tab. 3. Tap an image to view the picture or video. The picture opens or the video begins playing. Tap a picture or video to view it full screen. When viewing pictures and videos, you can touch and hold an image to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video. Pictures and Videos: Review Screen After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image at the bottom left corner of the screen to see the item in the review screen. From there, you can access options such as view, edit, or delete the picture or video. Pictures and Videos: Options While Viewing Zoom In or Out on a Picture: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in or out on a picture. Viewing Videos: Use the onscreen controls to play, pause, or stop the video playback. After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse through the pictures and videos of that album. Tap a picture or video to view it in full screen. By default, the pictures and videos in an album are displayed in grid view.
Note: When viewing pictures, you can touch and hold on a picture or video to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video. Edit Pictures Whether you’re browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, Tap Menu to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more. Rotate and Save a Picture 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture you want to rotate. Camera and Video...
4. Tap Menu and then select either Rotate left or Rotate right. The picture is rotated and saved to the tablet or SD card, depending on your settings. Crop a Picture 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). Camera and Video...
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The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture you want to crop. 4. Tap Menu > Crop. A crop box appears on the picture. Camera and Video...
5. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box. To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired size and position. 6. Tap SAVE to apply the changes to the picture. The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture remains unedited. Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another tablet or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Pictures or Videos by Email You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file attachments in your email. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email or Create and Send a Gmail Message. 1. From home, tap Gallery The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). Camera and Video...
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The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share. 4. Touch and hold the pictures or videos you want to share. To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include. 5. Tap > See all, and then tap Email or Gmail. Camera and Video...
Follow onscreen prompts to complete and send the message. Note: If you selected Mail and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email or Create and Send a Gmail Message. Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s tablet or your computer using Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Gallery The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share. 4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share. To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include. 5. Tap > See all, and then tap Bluetooth. Camera and Video...
Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media From Gallery, you can share your pictures and videos from a variety of apps and social media sites, such as Facebook, Google+, Hangouts, Instagram, Flickr, Picasa, and more. Available apps will vary depending on what you have installed on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Gallery . The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). Camera and Video...
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The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share. 4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share. To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include. 5. Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap the app you want to use. Camera and Video...
6. Follow the prompts to complete and post or share your pictures or videos. The upload is completed. For confirmation, check the status bar for the upload information. Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube™. Before you do this, you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Gallery . The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). Camera and Video...
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The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share. 4. Tap the videos you want to share. To select multiple videos, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the videos you want to include. 5. Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap YouTube. Camera and Video...
6. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 7. Tap Upload. The upload is completed. Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. Switch Cameras Your tablet lets you use different types of cameras depending on your settings and downloads. 1. From home, tap Camera The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Camera and Video...
The window to switch cameras opens. 3. Tap a camera type. The camera switches type. Set Camera Functions You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation or event. Camera and Video...
1. From home, tap Apps > Camera The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Settings The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings. The settings are applied. Settable items differ depending on the camera type in use. Scan Barcodes and Text You can use your tablet’s camera with barcode readers and text reader apps. Your Camera app allows you to scan barcodes. 1. From home, tap Camera The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject, tap and then tap 3. Focus on the barcode and start scanning. Camera and Video...
Apps and Features The following topics detail many of your tablet’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more. NASCAR Mobile Now you have the ability to get every bit of NASCAR coverage, news, and stats right on your tablet. Install the NASCAR MOBILE App on Your Tablet Before you use the NASCAR MOBILE app on your tablet, you must download and install the app from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Play Store . 2. Tap the Search icon and search for "nascar mobile". 3. Tap NASCAR MOBILE from the results list. 4. Tap Install, and then tap Accept. The app will be downloaded and installed on your tablet. 5. When the download has completed, tap Open. To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > NASCAR Use the NASCAR MOBILE App 1. ...
Google Maps Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more. Enable Location Services on Your Tablet Before using any location-based services, you must enable your tablet’s location feature. For information about setting your tablet’s location options, see Location Settings. View Maps of Specified Places Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1. From home, tap Apps > Maps Google Maps opens. If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use. 2. Tap the Google Search bar. Apps and Features...
3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap Search A map of the specified location opens. Google Maps Operations Viewing Current Location: From the Maps app, tap Obtain Useful Area Information for Current Location: From the Maps app, tap the search bar, enter the information you’re looking for, and then tap a result to view it. View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, Etc., in Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu and then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, etc. Check Route to Destination: From the Maps app, tap , enter your current location and your destination, tap a method of transport (car, public transit, or on foot). Route candidates appear in a list. ...
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Using Hangouts 1. From home, tap Apps > Hangouts The Hangouts app will open. 2. Tap Add to start a new Hangout. Apps and Features...
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3. Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list. 4. Type a message or tap to start a video chat. A chat window or a video chat window opens. Each time text is entered, the corresponding friend appears. Apps and Features...
If a friend is not in a Hangout, you will see a message. Tap INVITE to invite them to join the Hangout. Hangouts Operations Ending a Chat: In the Hangouts window, flick the chat from left to right. Ending a Video Chat: In the video chat window, tap Disabling Chat History: If you don’t want to keep chat history, in the chat window, tap Menu > Turn history off. Delete Chat History: To delete all your chat history in the chat window, tap Menu > Delete > Delete. Note: You can use Hangouts as your tablet’s default messaging app, or as a standalone IM app. Google Search Search information saved on the tablet and in tablet applications as well as on the Internet. Use Google Search Type search terms in the Google Search bar to find information on your tablet and around the globe. 1. From the home screen, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps > Google The Search window opens. ...
To enable Google Now, in the search window, tap Menu > Settings > Now cards > Show cards > SET UP > YES, I’M IN. Canceling Google Now: In the search window, tap Menu > Settings > Now cards > Show cards Use Google Voice Search Use your voice to search instead of typing, with Google Voice Search. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search The Voice Search window opens. 2. Speak your search terms. Apps and Features...
Search results appear. Calculator Your tablet’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calculator The calculator app launches. Apps and Features...
2. Tap onscreen keys for calculations. Calculation results appear. Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your tablet’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar. In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google Account on your tablet. See Google Account. Calendar Operations View Today’s Calendar: From the Calendar, tap Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap to choose Day, Week, or Month to change the current view. View Next/Previous Day (Day View): From the Calendar, flick the screen left or right. View Next/Previous Week (Week View): From the Calendar, tap to choose Week and flick the screen left or right. View Next/Previous Month (Month View): From the Calendar, tap to choose Month and ...
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The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap or touch and hold an empty place and choose New event. The add event window opens. 3. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap SAVE. The event is added to your calendar. Apps and Features...
Selecting a Calendar If you have more than one calendar, select a calendar in which to add events: Select My Calendar to create an event that will appear only on your tablet. Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event. You can create multiple Google Calendars only in Google Calendar on the Web. After creating them in Google Calendar on the Web, you’ll be able to see them in the Calendar application on your tablet. For more information about creating and managing multiple Google Calendars, visit the Google website: calendar.google.com. If you have synchronized your tablet with an Exchange ActiveSync account or Outlook on your computer, you can also select these calendars. Select PC Sync to create an Outlook Calendar event to sync with your computer. Select Exchange to create an Exchange ActiveSync calendar event. View Calendar Events You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, or monthly view. To change the Calendar view, tap Schedule, Month, Week, Day. 1. From home, tap Calendar The Calendar app opens. Apps and Features...
2. Tap a date and then tap an event. The event details appear. In event details, tap to edit the event. In event details, tap DELETE and follow the prompts. Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you’d like to sync on your tablet, along with what types of information you want to sync. 1. From home, tap Calendar Apps and Features...
The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap Menu > Schedule Synchronize an Exchange Calendar If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange account on your tablet, you can synchronize Exchange calendar events from your tablet. Calendar events on your Exchange will also show in Calendar if Apps and Features...
you chose to synchronize with the Exchange Server. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts. To confirm your sync settings, tap the account name and make sure the Calendar is turned on 2. Tap > Sync now. Note: If Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync doesn’t appear under the Accounts heading in the Settings menu, you do not have an Exchange ActiveSync account configured on the tablet. For information about adding an account, see Add an Exchange Account. Time Your tablet has a time app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your tablet as a desk clock. Check the Time You can check the time on your tablet. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is displayed. Set Alarms Set multiple alarms using your tablet’s Time app. Apps and Features...
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1. From home, tap Apps > Time The time appears. 2. Tap the Alarm tap > > OK. 3. Set the alarm options, including time, days, repeat pattern, alarm type, alarm tone, and volume, and then tap Apps and Features...
The alarm is set. Tablet at Alarm Time At the setting alarm time, the tablet sounds the alarm. Stopping an alarm: When the alarm sounds, swipe to the right to dismiss it. Additional Time Features Your tablet’s time app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display. From home, tap Apps > Time The time appears. World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. From the time app, tap World Clock 2. Select a city. 3. Repeat to add multiple cities. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. Apps and Features...
1. From the time app, tap Stopwatch 2. Set the time and tap to begin timing. 3. Tap to stop timing. Additional options include Lap to keep track of laps, Restart to continue timing, and Reset to reset the stopwatch to zero. Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From the time app, tap Timer 2. Tap to begin timing. 3. Tap to stop timing. Twitter Tweet (post messages) and view other people's tweets on Twitter. Login may be required to use Twitter. For details on Twitter, visit twitter.com. Install the Twitter App on Your Tablet Before you can use Twitter on your tablet, you have to download and install the app from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Play Store Apps and Features...
2. Tap the Search icon and search for "twitter". 3. Tap Twitter from the results list. 4. Tap Install, and then tap Accept. The app will be downloaded and installed on your tablet. 5. When the download has completed, tap Open. To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Twitter. Tweet on Twitter Read Twitter feeds, follow your friends, and tweet your own updates right from your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Twitter Apps and Features...
The Twitter app launches. If this is the first time you’ve used Twitter on your tablet, tap Log in to sign in to an existing account or tap Sign up to set up a new Twitter account. 2. Tap the “What’s happening?” text box, type a tweet, and tap Tweet. The tweet is sent and appears on your Twitter feed. Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on- the-go Facebook access. Install the Facebook App on Your Tablet Before you use Facebook on your tablet, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store app. 1. From home, tap Play Store . 2. Tap the Search icon and search for Facebook. 3. Tap Facebook from the results list. 4. Tap Install, and then tap Accept. The app will be downloaded and installed on your tablet. 5. When the download has completed, tap Open. Apps and Features...
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To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Facebook Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Account Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account. 2. Tap Facebook 3. Enter your Facebook username and password and tap LOG IN. Apps and Features...
Your Facebook account is added to your tablet. Use Facebook Once you’ve downloaded the app and signed in, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag locations, and more, all from your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Facebook The Facebook app launches. If this is the first time you’ve used Facebook on your tablet, enter your Facebook ID and password and tap Log in to sign in to an existing account, or tap Sign Up for Facebook to set up a new Facebook account. 2. Tap Status and type an update, tap Photo and upload a picture from the gallery, tap Check In to share your location, “Like” and comment on friends’ posts, and more. YouTube View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account. View YouTube Videos You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube account. 1. From home, tap YouTube. Apps and Features...
The YouTube app launches. If you’re prompted to provide confirmation to use the site, follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see. The video plays on your tablet screen. Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching. Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your tablet. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube Apps and Features...
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The YouTube app launches. 2. Tap Options > Uploads The Open from menu appears. 3. Select a video to upload. Apps and Features...
Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting. 4. Tap to upload. The video is uploaded to your YouTube channel. Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or download. For more information about Google Play Music, visit play.google.com/about/music. Note: For information about loading music onto your tablet, see Transfer Files between Your Tablet and a Computer. Play Music with Google Play Music Use the Google Play Music app to listen to all your music on your tablet. Compatible music file formats include: mp3, wma, wav, mod, etc. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Music Apps and Features...
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The Play Music app opens to Listen Now. 2. Tap > My Library. The Play Music app opens to My Library. 3. Flick the screen left or right to select a library category such as Artist or Albums. Apps and Features...
4. Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song. The song begins playing. Google Play Music Screen Layout The following picture outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen. Apps and Features...
Feature Description Return to music list Tap to switch to the playlist screen. Show music image/album name Display the Music image/album name. Music title/artist Display the Music title/artist. Repeat/play next Repeat or play next song. Previous song Tap to play the previous song. Play/pause Tap to start playing or pausing. Next song Tap to play the next song. Shuffle songs Shuffle play mode. Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Music Apps and Features...
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The Play Music app opens to Listen Now. 2. Tap > Add to playlist. 3. Tap New playlist. 4. Enter a name and tap CREATE PLAYLIST. The playlist is created. Apps and Features...
5. Return to the library view and select Albums or Songs. 6. Tap next to an item and then tap Add to playlist > <playlist name>. The song or album is added to the playlist. Repeat to add more items to the playlist. Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist From the player view, tap > Add to playlist, you can add to the existing playlist or create a new playlist. The music is added to the playlist. Notes Use your tablet’s Notes app to save text, memos, lists, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Notes Apps and Features...
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The Notes list appears. 2. Tap and enter your text. 3. Tap The text is saved. Apps and Features...
Connectivity The following topics address your tablet’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files between Your Tablet and a Computer You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your tablet directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files. For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your tablet with any of the music apps, just attach your tablet to the computer and copy the files to the music folder. File Transfer Tips If you want to save data to an SD card on your tablet, make sure the SD card is installed and active. See SD Card. Avoid removing the SD card while transferring data. Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table: Method Description Media Device (MTP) Transfer files between your tablet and PC such as pictures, videos, and music. Camera (PTP) Transfer picture and video files between your tablet and PC. Mount SD Card Transfer media files in the SD card on computer. Transfer Files between the Tablet and a Computer 1. ...
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Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the top of the tablet. Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it. 2. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel. You will see either Connected as a media device (MTP) or Connected as a camera (PTP). The files on your tablet can now be accessed via your computer. For most transfers, you'll want to use Connected as a media device. Connectivity...
To change the option, tap it in the notifications panel to open Connected as a media device, and then tap the desired option. 3. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through My Computer menu) and open it. 4. If available, select a drive (Card for SD card, Tablet for internal storage). 5. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 6. When you are done, disconnect your tablet from your computer. The transferred files are now saved to your tablet or SD card. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.” The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Use the Wireless & networks setting menu to enable your tablet’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-Fi network. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Connectivity...
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2. Tap Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again Connectivity...
4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it’s not an open network), and then tap CONNECT. Your tablet is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see ( ) in the status bar. The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider. Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected. Note: The next time your tablet connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your tablet to its factory default settings, you instruct the tablet to forget the network or the password changed. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your tablet to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a username and password for certain closed wireless networks. Wi-Fi Settings Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Connectivity...
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2. Tap Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again Connectivity...
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4. Tap Menu > Advanced. The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings. Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved. Connectivity...
Disconnect Wi-Fi You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap FORGET. Connectivity...
Wi-Fi is disconnected. After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to reconnect. Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply via Wi-Fi, without an access point or via the Internet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Connectivity...
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2. Tap Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. 4. Tap Menu > Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct. Connectivity...
The Wi-Fi Direct settings menu appears. Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time. 5. Tap a device with which to connect. If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. Accept the connection on the other device. The tablet is connected via Wi-Fi Direct. If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled. To stop a connection, tap the connected device name, tap OK to confirm disconnection. Hotspot Hotspot allows you to turn your tablet into a Wi-Fi hotspot. When this feature is turned on, you can share your tablet's mobile data services via Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The feature works best when used in conjunction with 4G data services. Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account at sprint.com/mysprint or access your account via Sprint Zone (tap Apps > Sprint Zone ) to learn more. Note: Turning on Hotspot on will disable your tablet's connection to other Wi-Fi networks. Connectivity...
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Set Up Hotspot 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap More > Tethering & portable hotspot. The Tethering & portable hotspot window opens. 3. Tap the slider to turn Portable Wi-Fi hotspot on . Connectivity...
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Hotspot is enabled. To disable Hotspot, tap the slider again Note: The best way to keep using the tablet as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply. Note: You can also access the Tethering & portable hotspot via tap Apps > Hotspot Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen). Connect to Hotspot 1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.). 2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your tablet hotspot from the network list. The default name for your tablet hotspot is ALCATEL ONETOUCH PIXI3(7). You can change the name by tapping Set up Wi-Fi hotspot > Set up Wi-Fi hotspot from the Tethering & portable hotspot screen. 3. Select this tablet and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the passkey (provided on the Hotspot page). The device is connected via your tablet’s Hotspot. 4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection. Connectivity...
Tethering and Portable Hotspot Use Tethering and portable hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via USB cable, or by Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap More > Tethering & portable hotspot. Connectivity...
3. Tap the slider to turn USB tethering on or turn Bluetooth tethering on Tethering is turned on, and your tablet’s Internet connection can be shared with a connected device. For USB tethering, connect your tablet to the target device with the supplied USB cable. For Bluetooth tethering, pair your tablet with the other device via Bluetooth. Note: You can also access the Tethering & portable hotspot via tap Apps > Hotspot Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless tablets. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Bluetooth Hints Question: Why can’t I use Bluetooth? Answer: Have you turn on Bluetooth function? Slide to open it. Bluetooth Function Cautions Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data. Connectivity...
Bluetooth Information Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands- free features, etc. Function Description Audio output Listen to music, etc., wirelessly. Data exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth devices. Enable the Bluetooth Feature Use the settings menu to enable or disable your tablet’s Bluetooth capabilities. Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the tablet. The tablet may not connect properly depending on the other device. To enable Bluetooth: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Bluetooth The Bluetooth settings open. 3. Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on Connectivity...
Bluetooth is enabled. To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notifications panel. Drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless tablet is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth devices can be connected simply. Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand. To pair Bluetooth devices: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Bluetooth The Bluetooth settings open. Nearby devices appear in the “Available devices” list. If a target device is not detected, tap > Refresh to search again. Connectivity...
3. Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the device. The Bluetooth device is paired to your tablet. Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices used. Unpairing from a Paired Device 1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings next to the paired device you wish to unpair. 2. Tap FORGET. The device is unpaired from your tablet. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again. Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset. It’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free devices. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Connectivity...
2. Tap Bluetooth The Bluetooth settings open. Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list. 3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list. Your tablet connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your tablet, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar. Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive tablet calls. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices. Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your tablet and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a tablet or notebook computer. Types of Data You Can Send via Bluetooth You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: Connectivity...
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Images and videos Calendar events Contacts Audio files In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example. Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to send. Connectivity...
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3. Tap Menu > Share > Bluetooth. Connectivity...
4. Tap a paired device to receive the data. The contact information is sent. If you see a message to confirm, follow the onscreen instructions. Receive Data via Bluetooth Your tablet is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. When another device attempts to send a file to your tablet via Bluetooth, you will see a request to accept the file. Connectivity...
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2. Tap ACCEPT. The file is sent to your tablet. When your tablet receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel, and then tap the notification. When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application. For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then Tap Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on using the Calendar, see Calendar.) For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list. Connectivity...
Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your tablet’s Settings menus. Basic Settings From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings t o access your tablet’s settings menu. Alternatively, you can double drag the status bar down and tap Settings The table below outlines the top-level settings categories. Category Description Enable and set Wi-Fi options. Wi-Fi Enable Bluetooth connections. Bluetooth Check data usage status. Data usage Set your tablet’s Airplane mode, VPN, Cellular networks, etc. More Enable battery percentage displays on the status bar. Status bar Set wallpaper, brightness, etc. Display Set ringtone, operation tones, etc. Sound & notification Check your tablet and SD card’s storage. Storage Check your battery usage. Battery Check all of your apps. Apps View and set system profiles. System profiles Select your tablet’s location access options.
Category Description Use your tablet to print. Printing Activate your tablet. Activate this Device Check available updates. System updates Check information about your tablet. About tablet Access Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings The settings menu opens. 2. Select categories and then select your settings options. Settings are made and applied. Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap Settings Wi-Fi Settings Menu The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options. For more information about Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi. Settings...
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again 4. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect. Settings...
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Your tablet is connected to the selected Wi-Fi network. 5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings. Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved. The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider. Entering a password is not required if an access point is not securely protected. Advanced Wi-Fi Settings The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points. Scanning Always Available: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Scanning always available. Tap Scanning always available to turn the option on or off. Enable Notification when Open Networks Are Available: From Wi-Fi settings, Tap Menu > Advanced > Network notification. The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on. Tap Network notification to turn the option on or off.
Install Certificates: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Install certificates and then select a file. Wi-Fi Direct: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct to select a setting. WPS Push Button: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > WPS Push Button to wait for the device to respond. WPS Pin Entry: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > WPS Pin Entry to wait for the device to respond. Check MAC Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced. MAC Address appears below “MAC Address.” Check IP Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced. ...
Bluetooth Settings Operations Enable Bluetooth: In Bluetooth settings, tap the slider or When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices. Follow the onscreen instructions. Tap to enable and to disable. Alternatively, tap Bluetooth > or Pairing Bluetooth Devices: Make sure the other devices are set to be discovered. From Bluetooth settings, tap the device name in “Available devices” and follow the onscreen instructions. Depending on the device, you may be required to enter or accept a passkey. If the target device does not appear, tap Refresh to search again. This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled. Change the Name of a Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, tap Name, enter a new name, and tap OK. Emoji cannot be used in a device name.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Data usage The data usage window opens. Data Usage Settings Operations Cellular data: In Data usage window, tap the slider for Mobile data to enable the service. When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices. Follow the onscreen instructions. Tap to enable and to disable. Set Amount for Alert when Data Usage Increases: From the Data usage window, insert a check mark next to Set mobile data warning, and then drag the horizontal warning slider up and down to set an amount. Data usage amounts are approximate. Actual amounts may differ. This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled. ...
With restriction turned on, drag the horizontal Limit slider up or down to set the data usage limit. This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled. Enable Restriction on Mobile Data in Background: From the Data usage window, tap Menu > Restrict background data > OK. This setting stops some apps and services from working unless your tablet is connected to a Wi-Fi network. If a confirmation appears, tap OK. This setting is available when Limit mobile data usage is on. View Both Mobile Data and Wi-Fi Usage: From the Data usage window, tap Menu > Show Wi-Fi. When Show Wi-Fi is enabled, you will see a Wi-Fi tab at the top of the Data usage window. Tap to view your tablet’s Wi-Fi data usage.
2. Tap More settings. 3. Set items. Your settings are saved and implemented. Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your tablet, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information from your network administrator. Before you can initiate a VPN connection, your tablet must first establish a Wi-Fi or data connection. For information about setting up and using these connections on your tablet, see Chrome Browser and Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network. Set Up Secure Credential Storage If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, you must first set up the tablet’s secure credential storage before setting up a VPN. Settings...
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap Security , and then tap Screen lock > Password. 3. Enter a new password (at least eight characters without any spaces) for the credential storage, scroll down and confirm the password, and then tap OK. The password is set, allowing secure credential storage. Settings...
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4. Tap Back to return to the main settings menu, and then tap Security. 5. Tap Trusted credentials and then tap your preferred system and user credentials. Your secure credentials storage is set. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how to do this. Settings...
Add a VPN Connection Use the VPN settings menu to add a VPN connection to your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap More > VPN. The VPN settings window appears. 3. Tap , and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add. Settings...
Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options. Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator. 4. Tap SAVE. Your VPN is added to the VPNs section of the VPN settings window. Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting and disconnecting from the VPN is easy. Access the VPN Settings Window 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . Settings...
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2. Tap More > VPN. The VPN settings window appears. Connect to a VPN 1. From the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. Settings...
2. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect. You will connect to the selected VPN. When you are connected, a VPN connected icon appears in the status bar. 3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Disconnect from a VPN 1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to disconnect to . Settings...
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2. Tap the VPN to enter the VPN information window. Settings...
3. Tap DISCONNECT to disconnect from it. Your tablet disconnects from the VPN. When your tablet has disconnected from the VPN, the VPN connection icon in the status bar will disappear. Status Bar Settings You can set the battery percentage to show on status bar or not. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
2. Tap Status bar 3. Tap the checkbox to set status battery percentage. Your battery percentage will show on the status bar. Display Settings Adjusting your tablet’s display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life. Display Settings Overview Display Setting Description Brightness level Set the display brightness. Adaptive brightness Tap the on/off switch to enable or disable Adaptive brightness. Wallpaper Set wallpaper. Sleep Set screen timeout duration. Note: Longer durations discharge the battery more quickly. Daydream Tap the on/off switch to enable or disable daydream. Font size Set font size for display. When device is rotated Set whether to allow the screen to rotate the display with the tablet orientation, where applicable. Blur effect View and set blur effect for items.
Access Display Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Display 3. Set your display options. Your display settings are saved and applied. Sound & Notification Settings The Sound settings menu lets you control your tablet’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to tap tones and notifications. Sound & Notification Settings Overview The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Sound & notification Description Setting Sound Set volume for ringtones, alarms, system features, etc. Interruptions Set your tablet’s interruptions. Default notification ringtone Set a tone for default tablet notifications. Other sounds Set a tone for dial pad, screen lock, etc. Settings...
Sound & notification Description Setting When device is locked When device is locked, set to show or not show notification content. App notifications Tap to see all app notifications. Notification access Tap to check notification access. Access Sound Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sound & notification 3. Set your sound options. Your sound settings are saved and applied. Storage Settings The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your tablet and provides options for your microSD card. Storage Settings Overview The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Settings...
Storage Setting Description Internal storage View the total space/free space in your tablet memory and in an optional installed SD card. Unmount SD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to unmount the card to allow for safe removal. Mount SD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to mount the card and make it available for use. Erase SD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to erase all data stored on the card and prepare it for use by your tablet. Access Storage Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Storage 3. Check or tap items. Review your storage settings. Battery Settings Monitor your tablet’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming your battery’s charge and show usage percentage. Settings...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Battery 3. Tap items to view details. Check your battery condition and access additional options. Apps Settings Check installed applications and running applications. Apps Settings Overview Items that can be checked in the Apps settings menu are the following. Apps Setting Description DOWNLOADED Check downloaded apps. ON SD CARD Check apps on your optional installed SD card. RUNNING Check running apps. Check all apps. DISABLED Check all the disabled apps. Settings...
Access Apps Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Apps 3. Tap items to view details. Check your application settings condition and access additional options. Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or disable the app, clear cache and data, and more. System Profiles Settings You can access your system profiles settings. System Profiles Settings Overview System Profiles Settings Description Automobile Set automobile settings. Default Set default settings. Silent Set silent settings. Settings...
Access Accessibility Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . 2. Tap System profiles 3. Tap to set available settings. Your system profiles settings are applied and saved. Location Settings Your Location Services settings menu lets you select how your tablet determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither). Location Settings Overview Your Location settings menu allows you to configure the following options. Location Setting Description Mode Select a locating method: High accuracy, Battery saving, or Device only. Recent location requests Check your recent location request. Location services Check location services. Settings...
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Enable Location Services Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your tablet’s location services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Location 3. Tap the on/off switch to enable location services. Your tablet’s location services are enabled. If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect. Access Location Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
2. Tap Location 3. Configure the desired settings. Your location settings are applied and saved. Security Settings The Security settings menus let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator settings, and credential storage options. Security Settings Overview Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings, SIM lock settings, etc. The following table outlines the settings available through the Security settings menu: Security Setting Description Screen lock Tap to set your screen lock. Owner info Tap to input owner information which will display on the lock screen. Lock screen shortcuts Tap an icon to reassign a lock screen shortcut. Smart lock Tap to set smart lock. Make passwords visible Toggle to show or hide passwords when entering form data. Device administrators View or turn off device administrators. Unknown sources Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google ...
Security Setting Description Storage type Check your storage type. Trusted credentials Display trusted CA certificates. Install from SD card Tap to set install certificates from SD card. Clear credentials Tap to remove all credentials. Trust agents View or deactivate trust agents. Screen pinning Tap to turn on/off the screen pinning function. Apps with usage access Tap to set apps with usage access. Access Security Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Security The Security settings menu opens. 3. Set your security options. Your security settings are applied and saved. ...
information to be displayed on the lock screen. Screen Lock You can increase the security of your tablet by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, or enter the correct password to unlock the tablet’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen. In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are: None Swipe Pattern Password Important: To protect your tablet and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the highest security level available (Password protection). It is also recommended you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your tablet and personal data. Access Screen Lock Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Security 2. Tap Screen Lock. The Screen lock settings menu opens. Settings...
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Use Swipe to Unlock the Screen From the Screen lock type settings menu, tap Swipe to save the setting. The screen lock is set. Use a Screen Unlock Pattern 1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap Pattern. 2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal direction. Settings...
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The tablet records the pattern. 3. Tap CONTINUE. 4. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap CONFIRM. The screen unlock pattern is saved. Settings...
5. Enter a backup PIN, tap CONTINUE, re-enter the PIN, and tap OK to save your screen unlock pattern. The screen lock is set. If you fail to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again. Note: Slide to left to turn off Make pattern visible if you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you unlock it. Note: To change your unlock screen pattern, from home, tap Apps > Settings > Security > Screen lock. Use a Screen Unlock PIN 1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap PIN. 2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN, and tap OK to save the setting. The screen lock is set. If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again. Use a Screen Unlock Password 1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap Password. Settings...
2. Enter a password, tap CONTINUE, and then enter your password again to confirm it. The screen lock is set. If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again. Important: To protect your tablet and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the screen unlock password (highest security). It is also recommended that you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your tablet and personal data. Disable the Screen Lock Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Security . The Security screen settings menu opens. 2. Tap Screen lock. Settings...
3. Draw your unlock screen pattern, enter your PIN, or enter your password. 4. Tap None. The screen lock is disabled. Note: If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again. Lock Screen Options There are several configurable options available in the Lock Screen settings menu. Lock Screen Options Overview The following options are available in the Lock Screen settings menu: Lock Screen Setting Description Screen lock Set your screen lock. Multiple widgets Display multiple widgets on your lock screen. Clock widget options Set the options for the clock widget on the lock screen. Shortcuts Enable or disable an app shortcuts available from the lock screen. Personal message Add a message on the lock screen. Owner information Show your information on the lock screen. Unlock effect Set the effect shown when the lock screen wakes up.
Access Lock Screen Options From home, tap Apps > Settings > Security The security screen settings menu opens. Accounts The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. Set Up a New Account 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
2. Tap Accounts > Add account. An Add account window appears. 3. Tap an account type and then follow the onscreen instructions to add the required account information, and then tap Done. The account is added to the accounts list. Manage Existing Accounts 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings . Settings...
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2. Tap Accounts > <account name>. 3. Tap Account settings > General settings. The account settings menu appears. 4. Select your account settings, and then mark the check box. The account options are updated. Settings...
Language & Input Settings Your tablet’s language and input settings let you select a language for the tablet’s menus and keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your tablet’s mouse/trackpad options. Language and Input Settings Overview You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu: Language and Input Description Setting Language Set the language for your display and menus. Spell checker Tap the on/off switch to enable or disable the system to show suggested words. Personal dictionary Tap to open a list of the words you’ve added to the dictionary. Tap a word to edit or delete it. Tap the add button (+) to add a word. Current keyboard Set the default method for entering text. Google Keyboard Set Google Keyboard options. Swype Set Swype Keyboard options. Google voice typing View and set Google voice typing options. Voice input Set options for Voice input.
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2. Tap Language & input The Language and input settings menu opens. 3. Set options. The language and input settings are applied and saved. Language and Input Options Some of the language and input options are detailed below. Set the Display Language: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Language and then tap a language to assign it. Set Input Method: From the Language and input setting menu, tap Current Keyboard and then tap an input method. Enable Voice Input: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Google voice typing to toggle the option on or off. ( indicates the option is enabled.) Set Voice Output when Using Voice Search: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Voice input, tap a settings option, and follow the onscreen instructions.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language & input. 2. Tap an available language (English or Español). Backup and Reset Your tablet’s Backup and reset menu lets you back up your tablet’s data and settings to Google servers before resetting your tablet to the original factory settings. The Factory data reset erases all data from the tablet’s application storage, including: Your Google Account All other email and social networking accounts System and application data and settings Downloaded applications Backup and Reset Overview The following options are available in the Backup and reset menu: Backup and Reset Description Option Back up my data Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.
2. Tap Backup & reset The Backup and reset menu opens. 3. Set options. The backup and reset settings are applied and saved. If you’re performing a Factory Data Reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal. The tablet will erase all data and reboot. Factory Data Reset Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your tablet, you may want to unmount the micro SD card to avoid losing any data you may have stored on it. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card to unmount the storage card. 1. From the Backup and reset menu, tap Factory data reset. 2. Read the factory data reset information page and tap RESET TABLET. Settings...
3. Tap ERASE EVERYTHING. Your tablet will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes. Once the tablet has reset, it will run through the Hands Free Activation and update processes again. When finished, you will see the Welcome screen and Setup application. See Complete the Setup Screens to start over. Date & Time Settings Use the Date & time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options. Date and Time Overview The following Date and time options may be configured: Date and Time Option Description Automatic date & time Set the date and time automatically via the connected wireless network. Automatic time zone Set the time zone automatically via the connected wireless network. Set date Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date and time option is disabled). Set time Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date and time ...
Date and Time Option Description Select time zone Set the time zone manually (only when Automatic time zone is disabled). Use 24-hour format Enable or disable 24-hour format. Choose date format Set the date display format. Access Date and Time Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Date & time 3. Set available date and time options. Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Accessibility Settings The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following Accessibility options may be configured: Settings...
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Accessibility Option Description TalkBack When Talkback is on, your device provides spoken feedback to help blind and low-vision users. Switch access Switch access allows you to control your device using configurable key combinations. Captions Tap to set captions settings. Magnification gestures Tap to turn on/off the Magnification gestures. Large text Switch to enlarge the screen text. High contrast text Switch to enable high contrast text. Auto-rotate screen Set the screen to rotate automatically when the tablet is rotated. Speak passwords Set the tablet to read passwords as they are entered. Accessibility shortcut Tap to turn on/off the Accessibility shortcut. Text-to-speech output Set text-to-speech options. Touch & hold delay Tap to adjust the duration of touch and hold delay. This function ...
2. Tap Accessibility 3. Set available accessibility options. Your accessibility settings are applied and saved. Printing The Printing menu lets you configure Google's Cloud Print service. You can connect your printer to your Google Account and then add the printer on your tablet in the Printing menu. After that, you can send documents, pictures, emails, or Web pages from your tablet to the printer wirelessly and have them printed out. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Printing > Add service to find a printer to install, then you can use it. Note: To use Cloud Print, you need to add a Google Account to your device. Activate this Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new tablet or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
2. Tap Activate this Device. The Device Self Service menu appears. 3. Follow the onscreen prompts to activate your tablet. Your tablet activates. System Updates System updates allows the device to search for the latest software version and update your tablet's software. System Updates Overview System updates Item Description Update PRL Update the tablet’s coverage area. Update profile Update the tablet’s voice and data settings. UICC unlock Set UICC unlock options. System updates Check and enable software updates. Access System Updates Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
2. Tap System updates The system updates screen menu appears. 3. Tap the available options to update. Your system is updated. About Tablet The About Tablet menu lets you access important tablet information, search for and apply updates, and view legal and safety information. About Tablet Overview About Tablet Item Description Status Check your tablet’s status. Legal information Check copyright information, terms of use, etc. 4G settings Check the network provider and IP address. Model number Check the tablet’s model number. HW version Check the tablet’s hardware version. SW version Check the tablet’s software version. Processor info Check the tablet’s processor info. Android version Check the Android version number.
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About Tablet Item Description Baseband version Check the tablet’s baseband version. Kernel version Check the tablet’s kernel version. Build number Check the current tablet build number. Access About Tablet Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap About tablet 3. Select or view available options. Your tablet information is displayed. Settings...
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your tablet, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common tablet issues. Check Here First Question: Tablet freezes/operation is unstable. Answer: Turn the tablet on again. If you are unable to turn the tablet off, touch and hold the Power/Lock key to restart the tablet. Data that was being edited is erased after your tablet is powered on again. Question: Operation is unstable after a new application was installed. Answer: The newly installed application may be the cause. Uninstall the application in Safe mode. See Uninstall an App. To turn the tablet on in Safe mode: Press and hold the Power/Lock key > touch and hold Power off, read the disclaimer for safe mode, and then tap OK. After turning the tablet on in Safe mode, "Safe Mode" appears at lower left. After restarting in Safe mode, your tablet can be powered on as usual. Before turning the tablet on in Safe mode, it is recommended that you back up important data. By powering the tablet on in Safe mode, added widgets may be deleted. Question: Cannot use tablet, mail, or Internet. Answer 1: Check whether you are where signal is weak or out of service area. Answer 2: Power the tablet on again. Answer 3: Is the tablet in Airplane mode? To check that Airplane mode is cancelled: From home, tap Apps > Settings ...
Answer: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Using the tablet where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery. Question: Cannot install applications. Answer: Applications cannot be installed with only a little free space on the tablet or SD card. To check free space, see Storage Settings. Applications not supported by your tablet cannot be installed. Question: Cannot unlock screen. Answer: Power the tablet on again. If you are unable to turn the tablet off, touch and hold the Power/Lock key to restart the tablet. Data that was being edited is erased after the tablet is powered on again. Specifications The following tables list your tablet’s and battery’s specifications. Tablet Specifications Item Description Weight with Battery 299 g Continuous Talk Time Continuous Standby Time Approx. 570 hours Charging Time Approx. 3.5 hours Dimensions Approx. 191 x 110 x 10.1mm Maximum Output 23dBm(RF Maximum Output) Communication Speed LTE CAT4: 150M bit/s DL, 50Mbit/s UL Battery Specifications Item Description Type...
Index Sync 141 Sync Exchange calendar 142 About Tablet 228 View events 140 Accessibility Settings 224 Camera Accounts 216 Overview 110 Activate 17 Settings 127 Activate this Device 226 Take a picture 112 Add a Bookmark 106 Camera and Video 110 Airplane Mode 30 Capture Screenshots 27 Alarm 143 Chrome Browser 105 Apps History 107 Find and install 42 Connectivity 160 Request refunds 44 Contacts 68 Uninstall 46 Add contact 68 Update 44 Delete 74 Apps and Features 130 Edit 72 Apps List 28 Import 77 Apps Settings 204 Cotacts Auto Rotate Screen 200 Share 76 Credentials 209 Back Key 2 Back Up and Reset Tablet 221 Data Service General Information 103 Battery Data Services...
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Enhanced 4G LTE 103 Help 48 Enter Text 32 Store 42 Exchange Google Play Music 153 Add account 98 Create playlists 156 Features 103 Play music 153 Extended Home Screen 57 Screen layout 155 Google Search 135 Google Voice Typing 37, 219 GPS Satellites 206 Facebook 148 Install app 148 Share pictures and videos 123 Use 150 Hangouts 132 Factory Data Reset 222 Home Screen 24, 56 Flick 16 Add Folders 66 Flickr Add Shortcuts 64 Share pictures 123 Add Widgets 65 Folders 66 Customize 62 Font Extended 57 Size 200 Hotspot 170 For Assistance 230 Front camera 3 Internet 80 Introduction 1 Gallery 115 View pictures and videos 115 Gmail Keyboard Create account 38...
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Mount 203 Screen Timeout 200 Unmount 203 Screen Unlock Mobile Hotspot 170 Motion 211 More Settings 190 Swipe 211 Music Screen Unlock Password 213 Google Play Music 153 Screen Unlock Pattern 211 Screen Unlock PIN 213 SD card Format 203 NASCAR Mobile 130 SD Card 5 Navigation Mount 203 Google Maps 131 Unmount 203 Notes 158 Search Notification Icons 60 Google 135 Notifications 60 Secure Credential Storage 191 Security Settings 208 Set Camera Functions 128 Picasa Settings 183 Share pictures 123 Overview 183 Pictures Setup Screens 18 Crop 118 Share Pictures and Videos 120 Edit 117 Silent Mode 31 Rotate 117 SIM card 3 Share via Bluetooth 122 Slide 15...
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Tablet Update PRL 54 Wallpaper 62, 200 Software 50 Take Pictures and Record Videos 111 Launch connection 105 Tap 14 Wi-Fi 162 Tethering and Portable Hotspot 173 Disconnect 167 Text-to-Speech 219 Settings 164 Text Editing 38 Settings menu 184 Time 143 Turn on and connect 162 Additional features 145 Wi-Fi Direct 168 Set Alarm 143 Widgets 65 Stopwatch 145 World Clock 145 Timer 146 World Clock 145 Timer 146 Touch 14 YouTube 150 Touch and Hold 14 Post a video 151 Touchscreen Share videos 125 Keyboard 32 View Videos 150 Turn off 48 Turn on 48 Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Zoom 17 Computer 160 Troubleshooting 230 Turn Your Tablet Off 13 Turn Your Tablet On and Off 12 Twitter 146 Install app 146...
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