Table of Contents Get Started Your Tablet at a Glance Set Up Your Tablet Prepare Your Tablet Turn Your Tablet On Activate Your Tablet Complete the Setup Sprint Account Information and Help Tablet Basics Your Tablet’s Layout Turn Your Tablet On and Off Turn Your Screen On and Off Touchscreen Navigation Your Home Screen Create Shortcuts Add and Remove Widgets Manage Home Screens Wallpapers Status Bar Recent Apps Notification Panel S Finder Quick Connect Quick Settings Multi Window Enable Multi Window Display Multi Window Use Multi Window Customize the Multi Window Apps Features Screen Capture Smart Stay Enter Text...
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Touchscreen Keyboards Text Input Methods Google Voice Typing Samsung Keyboard Swype Edit Text Contacts Get Started with Contacts Add a Contact Edit a Contact Add or Edit Information Assign a Photo to a Contact Link a Contact Separate Linked Contacts Delete a Contact Add Contacts to Your Favorites Share a Contact Groups Create a New Group Add a Contact to a Group Send an Email or Gmail to Group Members Accounts and Messaging Google Account Create a Google Account Sign In to Your Google Account Access Gmail Send a Gmail Message Read and Reply to Gmail Messages Email Add an Email Account Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account Compose and Send Email View and Reply to Email Manage Your Email Inbox Access Email Settings Delete an Email Account Social Networking Accounts...
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Facebook Google+ Hangouts YouTube Apps and Entertainment Google Play Store Find and Install an App Open an Installed App Uninstall an App Businessweek+ Evernote Flipboard Google Play Books Google Play Games Google Maps Google Photos Google Play Movies & TV Google Play Music Google Play Newsstand Hancom Office Viewer Lookout Security Music NASCAR Mobile NYTimes Paper Garden Samsung Apps Spotify Sprint Fun & Games Sprint Music Plus Sprint Zone WebEx WatchON Web and Data Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Internet Chrome...
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Data Services General Information (Sprint Spark LTE and 3G Networks) Sprint Spark LTE Your User Name Data Connection Status and Indicators Wi-Fi Direct Sprint Hotspot Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On or Off Pair with a Bluetooth Device Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device Send Information Using Bluetooth Receive Information Using Bluetooth Bluetooth Settings Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Prepare Your Tablet for VPN Connection Add a VPN Connect to a VPN Memory Card Install a microSD Card Remove a microSD Card View the microSD Card’s Available Memory Format a microSD Card Unmount a microSD Card Camera and Video Camera Open the Camera Take a Picture Record Videos Configure the Camera Camera Settings Gallery View Photos and Videos Work with Photos Share Photos and Videos Video Player Tools and Calendar...
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1Weather BaconReader Calculator Calendar Add an Event to the Calendar Add a Task to the Calendar View Events Delete Events Clock Set Alarms World Clock Stopwatch Timer Drive Dropbox Google Search Google Settings Help My Files S Voice SideSync 3.0 Voice Search Settings Using Settings Wi-Fi Settings Hotspot and Tethering Sprint Hotspot Settings USB Tethering and Bluetooth Tethering Bluetooth Settings Airplane Mode Data Usage Location Settings More Networks Mobile Networks Settings VPN Settings Ethernet Settings Roaming...
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Nearby Devices Printing Screen Mirroring Sounds and Notifications Settings Volume Settings Sound Mode Vibration Intensity Notification Ringtone Other Sounds Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen Application Notifications Notification Access Display Settings Font Brightness Screen Rotation Smart Stay Screen Timeout Screen Mode Reading Mode Auto Adjust Screen Tone Daydream Touch Key Light Duration Increase Touch Sensitivity Wallpaper Lock Screen Multi Window Settings Notification Panel Settings Toolbox Motions Accessibility Settings Users Private Mode Finger Scanner Accounts Settings Cloud Settings...
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Backup and Reset Settings Language and Input Settings Choose a Default Language Set a Default Input Method Samsung Keyboard Settings Swype Settings Google Voice Typing Settings Voice Input Settings Text-to-Speech Options Mouse/Trackpad Date and Time Settings Accessories Battery Settings Power Saving Mode Storage Settings Security Settings Device Administration Encryption Passwords Security Update Service Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Activate This Device System Update Settings About Device Application Manager Manage Applications Running Services Memory Use Default Applications Application Settings Contacts Settings Email Settings Gallery Settings Internet Settings Calendar Settings S Voice Settings...
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet the first time. Your Tablet at a Glance The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons. Set Up Your Tablet The following topics provide information on setting up and turning on your tablet. Prepare Your Tablet Prior to using the tablet, it may be necessary to insert the SIM card and charge the battery. An optional microSD memory card (not included) can also be installed at this time. Install the SIM Card Note: Your device's SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only. Your SIM card contains your account details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and many other features. Warning: The SIM card information and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratching or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children. 1. Open the SIM card slot cover on the side of the tablet. 2. Make sure the gold contacts of the SIM card face downward and that the notched corner of the card faces as shown. Get Started...
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3. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot (as shown) until the card locks into place. 4. Close the SIM card slot cover. Install a microSD Card Use the following procedure to install an optional microSD card (not included) in your tablet. For more information, see Storage. 1. Open the microSD card slot cover. 2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide the memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it clicks into place. 3. Replace the microSD card slot cover. Get Started...
Important: You can easily damage the microSD card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins. Charge the Battery You will need to charge the battery before using your tablet. 1. Plug the USB cable into the USB Charger/Accessory Port on the side of the tablet. 2. Plug the USB cable into the charging head, and then plug the charging head into an electrical outlet. Turn Your Tablet On Use the Power/Lock key to turn your tablet on. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to turn the tablet on. If your tablet is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup application. If your tablet is not yet activated, see Activate Your Tablet for more information. 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. Get Started...
Turn on your new tablet. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your tablet will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation. Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process. 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. 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. Complete the Setup After you turn on your device and activate it, your device displays a Welcome screen. From the Welcome screen, follow the prompts to set up features and preferences on your device. Note: In some cases, you may be able to complete the setup process before your device has been activated on your Sprint account. During setup and activation, you may see Sprint Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and tap I Agree to use Sprint Connections Optimizer, or tap Settings and uncheck option if you do not wish to use the Sprint Connections Optimizer. 1. At the Welcome screen, follow the onscreen instructions to configure your device’s basic options, such as language, accessibility, date and time, Wi-Fi connections, location settings, etc. Google Account: Many of your device’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google Account on your device. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google Account, or sign up for a new Google Account. Samsung Account: Your Samsung Account is used for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung Apps, Samsung Link, and much more. Complete Get Started...
Account. 2. Tap Finish to complete setup. Note: During or after setup, you may also see screens informing you of activation and of software and other updates. Some of these may require your device to restart. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue and complete the setup processes. Sprint Account Information and Help Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help. Sprint Account Passwords You will need to create passwords to protect access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to all your information. Account User Name and Password If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. (Click Sign in or Register, and then follow the prompts to get started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at sprint.com/mysprint. Data Services Password With your Sprint tablet, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize purchases. For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint. Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your Sprint tablet or computer.
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View available Sprint service plans and options. Learn more about data services and other products like games, screen savers, and more. Get Started...
Tablet Basics Your tablet is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your tablet. Your Tablet’s Layout The following illustration outlines your tablet’s basic layout. Key Functions The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations. 3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset. Back key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the Notification panel, or onscreen keyboard. Back Camera lets you take pictures and record videos. Flash adds extra illumination when taking pictures and recording videos in dim light. Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself. Home key returns you to the home screen. Press and hold to access Google Now. Infrared Transmitter controls external devices such as TVs. Light Sensors detects the presence of objects near the tablet, and light conditions. Memory Card Slot uses microSD to add additional storage to your tablet. ...
Recent Apps key displays apps you have used recently. SIM Card Slot stores the tablet’s SIM Card. CAUTION: The SIM Card should never be removed unless you are instructed to remove it by authorized service personnel. Speaker plays notification tones and sounds. Volume key adjusts the volume of your tablet’s sounds. From the home screen, press to adjust master volume. USB Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the charger/USB cable (included) and other optional accessories (not included). CAUTION: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect port may damage the tablet. 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. Turn Your Tablet Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the Device options menu. 2. ...
If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password or PIN. For more information, see Lock Screen. Touchscreen Navigation 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. Tablet Basics...
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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. Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Tablet Basics...
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Drag To drag, touch 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. Tablet Basics...
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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. Note: Screen rotation needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Drag the Status Bar down, and then tap Screen rotation. Tablet Basics...
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.) Tip: Pinching any home screen will let you see thumbnails of all home screens. Tap a thumbnail to go straight to another home screen. Your Home Screen 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. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens. Tip: Press to return to the main home screen from any other screen. Create Shortcuts Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen. Tablet Basics...
Add Items from the Applications Menu 1. From home, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an application icon, and then drag it to a home screen. 3. Release the shortcut in its new position on the home screen. Remove a Shortcut Touch and hold the desired shortcut, and then drag it to Remove. Note: This action does not delete the application; it simply removes the shortcut from the home screen. Add and Remove Widgets Widgets are self-contained applications that reside either in your Widgets tab or on the main or extended home screens. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an onscreen application. Widgets can include Contacts shortcuts, bookmarks, music playlists, Gmail and email accounts, and many other types of apps. Add a Widget 1. Touch and hold an empty area of a home screen, and then tap Widgets. 2. Touch and hold a widget, and then drag it to a home screen. Release the widget to lock it on the screen. Remove a Widget ...
Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag it to Remove. Set a screen as the main home screen: Tap Default Home screen at the top of a screen. This screen display when you press the Home key. Change the order of screens: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag to a new position. Wallpapers You can choose a picture to display on the Home Screen, Lock screen, or on both the Home and Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpaper images or select a photo you have downloaded or taken with the Camera. 1. From home, pinch the screen. – or – Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2. Tap Wallpapers, and then choose Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen. 3. ...
Icon Description Airplane mode Alarm set Battery (full charge shown) Notification Icons Icon Description New email New Gmail Event USB connection Updates available Downloading Keyboard active Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be accessed through the Notification panel. Recent Apps You can access recently used applications through a display of shortcuts to the applications themselves. 1. Press from any screen to display recently used apps. 2. Tap a preview to open the application. Notification Panel The Notification panel displays information about connections, alerts, new messages, and more. It also has Quick settings buttons which allow you to quickly access and change common system settings.
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Users: Change to a different user. See Users. Settings: Access System settings. For more information, see Settings. Quick Settings (Grid): Display Quick setting buttons in a grid. Quick Settings (Scrolling): Display Quick setting buttons in a scrollable list. Brightness Control: Adjust the brightness of the display. Tap Auto to have the screen automatically adjust its brightness based on your surroundings. Finder: Search your tablet for information using categories, time, tags, or location. See S Finder. Quick connect: Connect to nearby devices. See Quick Connect. Clear All Notifications: Remove all notifications. Notifications: Display notifications, such as new email and software updates. Access the Notification Panel 1. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel. Drag the Notification panel upward to close it. 2. Tap a notification to view details or to launch the related app or feature. Clear Notifications Drag an item left or right to clear it. – or –...
S Finder Find content on your device using filters such as media type, date, tag, or location. Your search can also be extended to the Internet. 1. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Tap S Finder. Quick Connect View a list of all nearby devices. Quickly connect to a device to share data or media, or all them to connect to your device. 1. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Tap Quick connect. Quick Settings Quickly enable or disable common system settings for your tablet. 1. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Tap a Quick setting button to enable (green) or disable (grey). To view all Quick setting buttons, tap , or slide the Quick setting buttons to the left. Wi-Fi: Enable Wi-Fi connections. For more information, see Wi-Fi Settings. Location: Enable or disable location services. For more information, see Location Settings. Sound/Vibrate/Mute: Enable or mute system sounds, or enable haptic feedback (vibration). Screen rotation: Automatically rotate the screen from landscape to portrait and vice versa when the tablet is tilted. Bluetooth: Activate Bluetooth. For more information, see Bluetooth. ...
Reading mode: Optimize the screen for reading with selected applications. Smart stay: Set the screen to stay on as long as you are looking at it. For more information, see Smart Stay. Smart pause: Pause video playback when you look away from the screen. Power saving: Activate Power saving mode. For more information, see Power Saving Mode. Do not disturb: Disable notifications for selected features. For more information, see Do Not Disturb. Airplane mode: Disable all wireless connections. For more information, see Airplane Mode. Private mode: Enable Private mode. Touch sensitivity: Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen for when you are wearing gloves. Multi Window Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Note: Only applications found within the Apps tray can be active atop another current application on the screen. When launching applications that contain multimedia files (music or video), audio from both files will be played simultaneously. Enable Multi Window Enable Multi window in the Display settings. Tablet Basics...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab > Multi window. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable the feature. Tap Open in Multi window view to open content in Multi window view automatically when an application is open in full screen view. Display Multi Window After you turn on Multi window, the Multi window tray displays on the right side of the screen. After a few seconds, it automatically closes. Swipe from the right side of the screen to display the Multi Window Apps tray. – or – Touch and hold the Back key. Use Multi Window After enabling Multi window, you can use it to run two apps at the same time. You can launch apps from Multi window, or drag an app to the screen to run multiple apps at the same time. The apps display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, and adjust the size of their display on the screen. You can also use these Multi window options: Launch Multiple Apps: When you drag an app from Multi window on top of an open app, both apps display in a split window. While using one app, tap the tab to display Multi window, and then tap and drag an app to the screen.
Tap > to make the app display full-screen. Close an app: Close one app, and make the other full-screen. Tap > to close the active app. Customize the Multi Window Apps The apps on the Multi window tray can be rearranged or removed. 1. Swipe from the right side of the screen (or touch and hold the Back key) to display the Multi window tray. 2. Configure the Multi window tray with these options: To change the order of apps in the tray, touch and hold an app until it detaches, and then drag it to a new location. Tap > Edit for options: To remove an app, touch and hold an app icon until it detaches, and then carefully drag it off the Multi window tray and onto the storage area. To restore an app, touch and hold an app icon until it detaches from the storage tray, and then drag it onto the Multi window tray. Tap >...
2. Tap Smart stay to set the screen to stay on as long as you are looking at it. Enter Text You can type on your tablet using the available touchscreen keyboards. Touchscreen Keyboards Touchscreen keyboard entry can be done in either portrait or landscape orientations. The landscape orientation provides more space and results in slightly bigger onscreen keys. If you find that you prefer to enter text via the onscreen keyboard, and need bigger keys, use this orientation. Text Input Methods Your tablet offers several text input methods. Google voice typing: Enter text by speaking. Samsung keyboard: Enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text. Swype keyboard: Enter text by sliding your finger across letters to spell words. Select a Default Text Input Method You can select a default Text Input Method from Settings, or choose one at any time while entering text. From Settings: From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input > Default, ...
Languages to add available languages to your options. Configure Google Voice Typing Set Google Voice Typing options. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input > Google voice typing. Samsung Keyboard With Samsung Keyboard, it is easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers. Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag the Status Bar down to open the Notification panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Samsung keyboard. 2. Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold to delete a whole word or field. Tablet Basics...
Tap to access items on the clipboard. Tap to view Samsung Keyboard settings. Tap to enter emoticons or other icons. Tap to choose between the Normal keyboard, a Floating keyboard which can be moved around the screen, and a Split keyboard. Use Predictive Text By using Predictive text, you can have next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which compensates for tapping the wrong keys on the keyboard. While entering characters, potential word matches display in the Predictive text area above the keyboard. Tap a word to insert it into your text. Tap to display more words. Configure Samsung Keyboard You can configure options for Samsung keyboard. For more information, see Samsung Keyboard Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input > Samsung keyboard. Swype Swype lets you enter words by tracing over the letters on the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter Tablet Basics...
words. Swype provides next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which can compensate for tapping the wrong keys on the virtual QWERTY keyboards. Use Swype to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag the Status Bar down to open the Notification panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Swype. 2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard. To enter a word, lift your finger, or tap a word at the top of the keyboard. 3. While entering text, use these options: If you make a mistake, tap to delete a single character. Touch and hold to delete an entire word or field. By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of text. Tap to start with a capital letter, or tap twice to enter all capitals. Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, and then tap keys to enter symbols. Configure Swype From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input > Swype. – or – From the Swype keyboard, touch and hold ...
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2. Tap and drag to a better position, if necessary. 3. Enter additional text or tap to delete text. Copy, Delete, or Replace Text 1. Touch and hold the text or word you want to select. The selected text is highlighted between selection cursors . 2. Tap and drag either cursor to select more or less text. 3. On the pop-up menu, tap: Select all to highlight all text in the field. Cut to remove the selected text. Copy to save the selected text to the clipboard. Paste to paste previously copied text. Clipboard to display the text saved to the clipboard. 4. Enter text by typing or speaking to replace the selected text. Tap to delete the selected text. Paste Text 1. Tap the text at the point you want to edit. The selection cursor displays at the point you touched. 2. ...
Get Started with Contacts Before using Contacts, it is best to learn a few basics. Your tablet automatically sorts the Contacts entries alphabetically. Contacts can be stored in device memory. You can also create contacts that sync with an account—such as a Google contact or a Corporate (Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync) contact. When you create a new contact, you will be asked where you want to store the contact. Some options are: Device contacts are stored in device memory. Google contacts are shared with your Google Account. Samsung account contacts are shared with your Samsung account. Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync contacts are shared with your Exchange account. Access Contacts From home, tap Apps > Contacts. Add a Contact You can add contacts directly into the Contacts application. Enter details such as name, tablet numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap ...
Email: Enter an email address. Groups: Assign the contact to a group. ADD ANOTHER FIELD: Add new fields for the contact. 4. Tap SAVE to save the new contact. Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry. Add or Edit Information You can modify existing contact information to keep your information up-to-date. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap 3. Tap any field you want to change or add. 4. Add or edit the information, and then tap SAVE. Assign a Photo to a Contact Adding a photo to a contact entry creates a more personal and easily recognized entry. For example, when receiving messages from one of your contacts, the associated picture will display. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More options > Unlink contacts. 3. Tap next to a contact to separate it from the original contact. Delete a Contact You can delete a single contact or choose multiple contacts to delete. Delete a Contact 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Delete > OK. Delete Multiple Contacts 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap More options > Select. 3. Tap the checkboxes next to the contacts you want to delete, and then tap Delete > OK.
To share name cards for multiple contacts, tap More options > Select. After selecting contacts, tap Share name card via, select a sharing method, and follow the prompts. Groups This feature allows you to add a new or existing contact to a group. This group can be one of the already present groups (Family, Friends, or Co-workers) or a user-created group. Create a New Group You can create new groups and add members. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts > GROUPS tab. 2. Tap Create. 3. Enter information about the group: Tap the Group name field and enter a name for the new group. Tap Add member and select a member or members to add to the new Group list. Tap DONE when you are finished adding members. Tap SAVE to save the new group. Add a Contact to a Group You can add new members to a group from your Contacts.
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5. Compose and send your email. For more information, see Compose and Send Email or Send a Gmail Message. Contacts...
Accounts and Messaging Set up accounts on your tablet to synchronize information between your tablet and accounts. Google Account Many of your tablet’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play store, require a Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google Account on your tablet. Setting up your account on your tablet syncs your tablet and your online Google Account. Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one using your tablet. Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your tablet, such as Google Play store, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Google. 3. Tap Or create a new account and follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account. 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. ...
Read a new email message: Tap the unread message or the conversation with an unread message (just-arrived items display in bold). Select messages and conversations: Tap the circle before the email or conversation. View the Inbox of another Gmail account: Tap Menu at the top of the screen, and then tap the inbox of the Gmail account you want to view.. Send a Gmail Message To send a Gmail: 1. From home, tap Apps > Gmail. 2. From the Inbox, tap Compose, and then enter email addresses in the To field. To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, tap next to the To field to display the Cc and Bcc fields. 3. Tap Subject and enter the email subject. 4. Tap Compose email and compose your message. 5. ...
Reply: Send a message to the original sender. Reply all: Send a reply to the original recipient list. Forward: Send a message to new recipients. 4. To send the message, tap Send. Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts. You can also access your Exchange ActiveSync email on your tablet. Add an Email Account Email allows you to send and receive email using various email services. You can also receive text message alerts when you receive an important email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Accounts. 2. Tap Add account and select an email service provider. 3. Follow the onscreen prompts to set up and configure your account. Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account The Email application also provides access to your Microsoft Exchange account from your tablet. If your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007, or 2010 as the corporate email system, you can use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts, and Task information directly with your company’s Exchange server.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. From the Inbox, tap Compose. 3. Tap fields to compose your message: Tap the To field and enter the recipient’s email address. You can add multiple message recipients. To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, tap next to the To field to display the Cc and Bcc fields. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject. 4. Tap the text area to compose your email. To add an attachment, tap and select an attachment category. Tap More options for additional options. 5. To send the message, tap Send. View and Reply to Email Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. ...
Synchronize an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Select an email account. If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field (top left corner) to list all of your email accounts. Select an available email account. 3. Tap Refresh. Filter Email Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. From the email account Inbox, tap More options > Filter by. 3. Select an option to display messages that match the filter. Delete an Email Message 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Edit General Preferences 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings > General settings to configure settings for all accounts of this type. Available settings depend on the type of email account. See your service provider for more information. Edit Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings, and then tap an account to configure settings. Available settings depend on the type of email account. Delete an Email Account If you no longer want an email account on your tablet, you can remove it. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. ...
4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT. 5. When the download and installation is complete, tap OPEN. To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Facebook. Sign In to Your Facebook Account from Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account. 3. Tap Facebook, and then follow the prompts to enter your Facebook account details and complete the sign in. Google+ Google+ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends, visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Hangouts for chatting with everyone in your Circles, or use Instant Upload to automatically upload videos and photos to your own private album on Google+. Visit google.com/mobile/+ for more information. Google+ is part of your Google Account and uses your Google Account sign-in. Before using Google+, set up your Google Account on your tablet. For more information, see Create a Google Account. From home, tap Apps > Google+. Hangouts Hangouts is an online place to meet friends and family, share photos, and host video calls. Hangouts uses your Google Account. If you do not already have a Google Account set up on your ...
Apps and Entertainment All your tablet’s features are accessible through the Apps list. Note: Available apps and preloaded apps are subject to change. Google Play Store The Google Play store is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and books for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps to games. When you find an app you want, you can easily download and install it on your tablet. To access the Google Play store, you must have a Google Account set up on your tablet. Important: Third-party applications may access your personal information or require your service provider 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 are not comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, do not 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. Note: If you have not already done so, you will need to set up a payment method to purchase paid apps from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store. 2. Browse through the categories, find an app you are interested in, and tap the name. 3. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). 4. Follow the prompts to learn about how the app uses your personal information, or access to certain functions or settings of your phone. If you agree to the conditions, tap ACCEPT (for free apps) or ACCEPT and then BUY (for paid apps) to begin downloading and installing the app. ...
From home, tap Apps and then tap the app icon. Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. You cannot uninstall apps that are preloaded on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > APPLICATIONS tab > Application manager 2. Tap the DOWNLOADED tab, and then select the app you want to uninstall. 3. Tap UNINSTALL, and then follow the prompts to remove the app from your tablet. Businessweek+ Read Bloomberg Businessweek+ weekly for all the content of the print edition of the magazine along with exclusive content and interactive features that enrich the reading experience. From home, tap Apps > Businessweek+. Evernote Create, synchronize, and share multimedia notes. You can add tags to the notes, or sort the notes into a notebook so that you can manage your ideas efficiently. From home, tap Apps > Evernote. Flipboard Use this application to access your personalized magazines. From home, tap Apps > Flipboard. Google Play Books With Google Play Books, you can find more than 3 million free e-books and hundreds of thousands ...
Google Maps Use the Google Maps application to find directions, location information, business addresses, etc. Determine your current location with or without GPS, get driving and transit directions and get tablet numbers and addresses for local businesses. Note: Google Maps may require you to turn on Location. For more information about location settings, see Location Settings. From home, tap Apps > Maps. Google Photos Keep all your photos backed up and organized with Google+ Photos. From home, tap Apps > Photos. Google Play Movies & TV The Google Play Movies & TV application allows you to connect to the Google Play store and download a movie or TV show to watch instantly. Choose from thousands of movies and TV shows, including new releases and HD titles in Google Play and stream them instantly on your Android tablet. Previously rented movies are automatically added to your My Movies library across your devices. From home, tap Apps > Play Movies & TV. Google Play Music Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play store app, as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download. ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap a library category to view the available music files. 3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback. NASCAR Mobile NASCAR MOBILE is designed to bring you what you, the fans, want directly to your Android device. Follow NASCAR News, Video Highlights, and immerse yourself even further into the NASCAR experience with driver informational stats, plus more. From home, tap Apps > NASCAR Mobile. NYTimes Read the latest Web edition of The New York Times newspaper with your subscription. From home, tap Apps > NYTimes. Paper Garden Discover and enjoy highly interactive top brand magazines, all in one place. Explore high-quality previews of each magazine, and then purchase and download your favorites From home, tap Apps > Paper Garden. Samsung Apps Connect to Samsung Apps and make your tablet even smarter. Simply and easily download an abundance of applications to your tablet such as games, news, reference, social networking, navigation, and more. Apps and Entertainment...
Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be logged in to your Samsung account application. From home, tap Apps > Samsung Apps. Note: When you access Samsung Apps, you will be required to update. GALAXY Apps will be downloaded to your tablet and will display on the Apps screen. Spotify Spotify gives you millions of songs at your fingertips. The artists you love, the latest hits, and new discoveries just for you. Hit play to stream anything you like. 1. From home, tap Apps > Spotify. 2. Follow the prompts to update the app, and then log in to your Spotify account or sign up for a new account from your phone. Sprint Fun & Games Download new apps and games from Sprint. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Fun & Games. Sprint Music Plus With Sprint Music Plus and the Music Store, you can purchase, download, and play music on your tablet. Update the Sprint Music Plus App Before you use Sprint Music Plus on your tablet, you must update the app in Google Play. ...
Tap the onscreen navigation tools to skip ahead or rewind. Tap at any time to see additional options. For more information, tap More options > Settings > About or Help. Note: If you have loaded music on to your tablet from your computer, you will need to sync your music to listen to it through Sprint Music Plus. From the Sprint Music Plus app, tap More options > Settings > Synchronize your music library. Once synced, you will see your music in the library. Purchase and Download Music from the Sprint Music Plus Store From the Sprint Music Plus Store, you can shop for songs to purchase and download to your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Music Plus > Music Store. 2. Enter a song or artist in the search field or browse through options in the tabs in the center of the screen. 3. Touch a song to select it. 4. ...
Select your country/region to help WatchON find TV information for you. Enter your zip code to help WatchON find your TV service provider. Find your TV service provider to customize WatchON for your own TV service. Select channel list to make sure WatchON can control your TV service. Personalize your setup. Learn about WatchON. Sign in to your Samsung account. 3. Continue on to set up your phone as a remote to control your TV. Note: Tap More options > Help to learn more about WatchON. Set Up Your Phone as a Remote Use WatchON and your phone to control your TV, set-top box, DVR, Blu-ray or DVD player, stereo, and other electronic devices. 1. From home, tap Apps > WatchON. 2. From the toolbar, tap , and then tap Set up now. 3. Follow the prompts to find your TV or other devices and configure your phone to control their operation.
Web and Data The following topics address your tablet’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your tablet’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi features, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.” The availability and range of the Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Turning on Wi-Fi allows your tablet to discover and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks (or WAPs—wireless access points). When Wi-Fi is turned on, your tablet will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect to the Wi-Fi networks. Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use to conserve battery power. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off. Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi on or off from the Notification panel. Drag the Status Bar down, and then tap the Wi-Fi Quick settings button. Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. ...
When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect to the network. Enter the password and tap CONNECT. You can use the Show password option to display the password as you enter it. Manually Add a New Wi-Fi Network 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. 3. Swipe to the bottom of the screen and tap Add Wi-Fi network. 4. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of your Wi-Fi network. 5. Tap the Security field and select a security option. This must match the current security setting on your target network. 6. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Note: The next time your tablet connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the wireless password again, unless you reset your tablet back to its factory default settings. Internet Your tablet’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your tablet’s 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections. From home, tap Apps > Internet. Chrome Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to bring your Chrome experience from your ...
Sprint Spark LTE The Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network provides your tablet with wireless Internet access over greater distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your tablet to Sprint Spark, you need to be in an area covered by the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network. For more information about the availability of Sprint Spark in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage. Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors, including your distance to the base station and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes. Set Your Network Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More networks > Mobile networks > Network mode. 2. Select CDMA, LTE/CDMA, GSM/UMTS, or Automatic. The tablet will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect to it. When your tablet is connected to the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network, the Sprint Spark icon appears in the Status Bar. Note: The Sprint Spark network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your tablet to connect to it. Your User Name When you buy your tablet and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com”. (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.) When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you network. Your user name is automatically programmed into your tablet. You don’t have to enter it.
Icon Description 3G Coverage: The tablet is connected to the Sprint 3G network. The icon spins when your tablet is scanning and connecting. Sprint Spark LTE Coverage: The tablet is connected to the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network. The icon spins when your tablet is scanning and connecting. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to each other directly via Wi-Fi, without a Wi-Fi network or hotspot, and without having to set up the connection. For example, your tablet can use Wi-Fi Direct to share photos, contacts and other content with other Wi-Fi Direct devices. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure Wi-Fi Direct settings. 3. Tap More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Your tablet automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices, or you can tap SCAN to begin a new scan. 4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection. – or – Tap Multi-connect to create a connection to devices that support multi-connect. Tap Scan to search for available multi-connect devices, and then select the devices and follow the prompts to complete the connection Note: Tap More options > Rename device to give your tablet a new name (which other devices see when connecting to your tablet via Wi-Fi Direct). Sprint Hotspot Use Sprint hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with a PC or other device via Wi-Fi, ...
Connect a Device to Your Sprint Hotspot Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s mobile hotspot. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Sprint hotspot on. 3. Activate Wi-Fi on the target device. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots, and select your device from the list. 4. At the prompt, enter your Sprint hotspot password. By default, the password is your device’s tablet number. Allowed Device List Control whether devices connect to your Sprint hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Sprint hotspot name and password. Caution: Using your device as a mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Sprint hotspot is active, your device’s applications will use the mobile hotspot data service. Roaming while using your device as a mobile hotspot will incur extra data charges. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Sprint hotspot on. 3. Tap Allowed devices (at the top of the screen), and then tap to enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address.
Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. Pair with a Bluetooth Device Pairing initiates a connection between your tablet and the target device, usually by using a passcode or PIN. After pairing, your tablet and the target device recognize each other and exchange information without having to enter a passcode or PIN. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the Bluetooth ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable so that your tablet can find it. Refer to the instructions that came with the target device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode. 4. Tap SCAN. Your tablet will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range. 5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Available devices section, tap the name. Your tablet then automatically tries to pair with the target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the target device in the Bluetooth devices section. When you are communicating with the target device, displays on the Status Bar. 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. Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device When you have paired your tablet with another device, you should be able to reconnect it ...
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the Bluetooth ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Tap the connected device, and then tap OK to disconnect. Unpair from a Bluetooth Device You can make your tablet forget its pairing connection with another Bluetooth device. To connect to the other device again, you may need to enter or confirm a passcode again. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the Bluetooth ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. In the Bluetooth devices section, tap next to the device, and then tap Unpair. 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. The first time you transfer information between your tablet and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your tablet ...
Calendar event: In the Calendar’s Day view, Agenda view, or Week view, tap the event and then tap More options > Share via > Bluetooth. Music track: This feature is available through the Music app. With the track displayed on the Now playing screen, tap Menu > Listen via Bluetooth. 4. Tap the name of the receiving device. 5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on both your tablet and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. Receive Information Using Bluetooth Your tablet is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including photos, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Bluetooth. 2. Tap the Bluetooth ON/OFF switch to turn Bluetooth on. 3. On the other device, send one or more files to your tablet. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on sending information over Bluetooth. 4. Your device will display a notification that a file is being sent. Tap Accept. 5. To see your new file, tap More options > Received files. Bluetooth Settings For information about configuring Bluetooth settings, see Bluetooth Settings.
Set a Screen Lock Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your tablet by unauthorized users. PIN or password screen locks provide sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock. 3. Chose a screen lock: Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint. 4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Lock Screen. Add a VPN The following procedures outline the method to use when adding a VPN connection. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More networks > VPN. 2. ...
3. Replace the microSD Card Slot cover. Important: You can easily damage the microSD card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. Do not over-insert the card as this can damage the contact pins. Remove a microSD Card Use the following procedures to remove an optional installed microSD card (not included) from your tablet. Important: When you need to remove an installed microSD card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Storage. 2. Tap Unmount SD card, and then tap OK. 3. Open the microSD card slot cover and turn to expose the slot. 4. Gently press in on the microSD card so that it pops out from the slot, and then carefully pull the card out. 5. Replace the microSD Card Slot cover. Important: You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation. Please be careful when inserting, removing, or handling it. View the microSD Card’s Available Memory Use the following procedure to view used and available memory on an optional microSD card (not included). From home, tap ...
Format a microSD Card Formatting permanently removes all files stored on an optional microSD card (not included). Note: The formatting procedure erases all the data on an installed card, after which the files cannot be retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format a card. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Storage. 2. Tap Format SD card > Format SD card > Delete all. Unmount a microSD Card When you need to remove an optional microSD card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Storage. 2. Tap Unmount SD card, and then tap OK. Web and Data...
Camera and Video Take photos and record videos using the camera and camcorder features. View your photos and videos using the Gallery and Video Player apps. Camera Use the Camera to take and share pictures and videos. Open the Camera To access your tablet’s camera: From home, tap Apps > Camera. Settings: Access camera settings. Shortcuts: Shortcuts to favorite settings, which you can customize. The shortcut shown here is Flash. Front/Rear Camera: Switch between the front and rear cameras. ...
Take a Picture You can take pictures with your tablet’s front or rear camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. Important Do not take photos of people without their permission. Do not take photos in places where cameras are not allowed. Do not take photos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the tablet’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom in and out. Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped. Configure Camera options. For more information, see Camera Settings. 3. Tap Capture to take the picture. Note: Your device will automatically detect low light levels and adjust the camera accordingly to take clear pictures. Record Videos Use the Camera to record video. Important Do not take videos of people without their permission. Do not take videos in places where cameras are not allowed. Do not take videos in places where you may interfere with another person’s privacy. Camera and Video...
1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the tablet’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. You can rotate the tablet to any position, and the screen controls rotate to make video recording easy. While composing your shot, use the onscreen options, or these gestures: Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom in and out. Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped. 3. Tap Record to begin recording. Tap the screen to change the focus area to the area you tapped. Tap Capture screen to take a still picture while continuing recording. Tap Pause to temporarily stop recording. Tap Stop to stop recording. Configure the Camera Camera settings are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make taking pictures or recording videos easy, and to make your pictures or videos special. Customize Shortcuts The Camera screen offers two customizable shortcuts, to give you the ability to choose favorite settings on the fly. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
3. Tap a Shooting mode to display a description of that mode. Tap Manage modes to control which modes are shown and available for the current camera. Note: All modes may not be shown when you tap Shooting mode, depending on your tablet's setup and which camera is active (front or rear). Camera Settings Set options for the Camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Tap Settings to configure options: Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution photos take up more memory. Burst shots: Take a series of photos of moving subjects. Low-light detection: Automatically detects low light levels and adjusts the camera accordingly to take clear pictures. Face detection: Set the device to recognize people’s faces and help you take photos of them. ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film-camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast- moving or poorly-lit objects. Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Center-weighted measures background light in the center of the scene. Spot ...
View mode: Use standard ratio or use the entire screen when taking a picture or recording a video. Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo. Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. Review pics/videos: Set to show photos or videos after taking them. Remote viewfinder: Take pictures using the viewfinder of a connected device. Wi-Fi Direct is required. White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low light situations, use a higher exposure. Grid lines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects. The Volume Key: Use the Volume key as the Capture key. Voice control: Set the camera to take photos with voice commands. Help: View information on using the camera and camcorder. Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your ...
Tap a picture or video to display it in full screen view. Touch and hold thumbnails to select them (indicated by a check mark). Tap Sort by to choose a display style. You can view files by Time, Album, or Nearby devices. Tap Camera to launch the Camera. Tap More options for options. Available options depend on which Gallery screen you are viewing, and may include: Select: Depending on the view, tap albums or items to select them. After selection, you can tap again for options you can use with the selected item. Delete: Delete photos or videos. Create album: Create a new album (Album view only). Content to display: Select which content to display. Options are All content, Content in device, Content in Dropbox, Content in Facebook, and Content in Picasa. Slideshow: Choose options to create a slideshow for viewing your pictures and videos. Studio: Edit photos and videos with Studio. Settings: Configure Gallery settings. Help: Get help using Gallery. View Photos and Videos Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen.
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Change player: Choose a device to share your tablet’s screen using an AllShare Cast dongle (not included). Share via: Choose an option for sharing the photo. Delete: Delete the photo. Camera: Take a new picture with the Camera. More options. Choose other options, including: Edit: Use basic tools to edit your photo. More info: View image details. Studio: Edit photos and videos with Studio. Rotate left: Rotate counter-clockwise. Rotate right: Rotate clockwise. Crop: Resize the frame to crop and save the image in it. Rename: Change the name of the photo file. Slideshow: Create a slideshow. Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image. Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Settings: Configure Gallery settings. For more information, see Gallery Settings.
More info: View image details. Studio: Edit photos and videos with Studio. Rename: Change the name of the video file. Slideshow: Create a slideshow. Settings: Configure Gallery settings. For more information, see Gallery Settings. Work with Photos You can touch and hold on a photo to open a selection menu and choose what to do with it. You can choose to delete the photo, rotate or crop it, and more. Rotate and Save a Photo To rotate or save your photo: 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap an image to display the picture. 3. Tap More options > Rotate left or Rotate right. Crop a Photo The crop your photos: 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Send Photos or Videos by Gmail or Email You can send several photos, videos, or both in an Gmail or email message. They are added as file attachments in your email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Tap the photos or videos you want to send. 4. Tap the screen and then tap > Gmail or Email. 5. Compose your email. For more information, see Compose and Send Email or Send a Gmail Message. Note: If you selected Email and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s device or your computer using Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send. 3. ...
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 Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share. 3. Select the video you want to share. 4. Tap the screen and then tap > YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap UPLOAD. Video Player Play videos stored on your tablet, or from your other devices (you must sign in to your Samsung account to play videos synced from your other devices). 1. From home, tap Apps > Video. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your tablet. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. Tap a video to view it. Use Pop-Up Player Multi-task with Pop-Up Player by transforming your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. From home, tap ...
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3. Tap More options > Pop-up player to continue playing the video in a floating window. Drag the window to any location on the screen, and use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window. Camera and Video...
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your tablet’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. 1Weather Check weather and forecasts with 1Weather: Widget Forecast Radar, which combines a groundbreaking UI with a power set of weather tools. From home, tap Apps > 1Weather. BaconReader BaconReader serves up Reddit content in a stylish package with powerful features like subreddit grouping, domain filtering, full user profile access, and much more. From home, tap Apps > BaconReader. Calculator Your tablet comes with a built-in calculator. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Enter numbers by tapping the onscreen keyboard. Tap Clear to clear all numbers. 3. Tap CLEAR HISTORY to clear the calculator history. 4. Touch and hold and entry in the display field to copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard. 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, and Outlook calendar. Note: For information about Calendar options, see Calendar Settings. Add an Event to the Calendar Add events to your Calendar to help you organize your time and remind you of important events.
1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap Add new to open the Add event screen. 3. Enter information about the event: Calendar: Tap this field to assign the new event to an account, or save it to the tablet (My calendar). Title: Enter a title for the event. Location: Enter a location for the event, or tap to select the location on a map. Start/End: Select a time for the event by tapping the corresponding fields and adjusting the month, day, and year. All day: Tap to create a check mark, if the event lasts all day. Reminder: Select an alarm time. VIEW MORE OPTIONS: Enter more information: Participants: Add participants to the event. Tap to add a contact. Show me as: List yourself as Busy or Available for the event. Privacy: Set the privacy level for this event. Repeat: Select a recurrence schedule for the event.
Due date: Select a due date for the task by tapping the corresponding fields and adjusting the month, day, and year. If the task is ongoing, tap the No due date checkbox. VIEW MORE OPTIONS: Enter more information: Reminder: Select an alarm for the task. Description: Enter a description for the task. Priority: Set the task’s priority to High, Medium, or Low. 4. Tap DONE to save the new task. View Events To view your calendar events: 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Change the calendar view by tapping a View tab, such as MONTH or DAY. Tap AGENDA to only view events. 3. Tap the day for which you would like to view events. (Your tablet lists events in chronological order.) 4. Tap an event to display details. Delete Events The following procedures show you how to delete your calendar events. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Stopwatch: Measure intervals of time. Timer: Use a timer to count down to an event based on a preset time length (hours, minutes, and seconds). Set Alarms Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified for the alarm. 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock > Alarm tab. 2. Tap Create alarm, and then enter information for the alarm. Alarm options include: Time: Choose a time for the alarm. Days: Choose the days to use this alarm. Repeat weekly: When enabled, the alarm will repeat every week on the selected days. Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you. Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play for the alarm. Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. Snooze: Allow snoozing for this alarm. Set the interval as well as the number of times to repeat the alarm while snoozing. Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly increase in volume. Choose a time interval and a tone to ...
3. Repeat to add multiple cities. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1. From home, tap Apps > Clock > Stopwatch tab. 2. Tap START to begin timing. 3. Tap STOP to stop timing. Additional options include LAP to keep track of laps, RESUME 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 home, tap Apps > Clock > Timer tab. 2. Use the keypad to set the length of the timer. 3. Tap START to begin the timer. Drive With the Google Drive application, everything that you add to your Drive from work or home is also available on your tablet. You can create and edit documents on your tablet and the changes are saved everywhere. For more information, visit drive.google.com. Note: You will need to set up your Google account on your tablet to use Drive. From home, tap Apps > Drive. Dropbox Dropbox works to provide access to your desktop files directly from your tablet. This app allows you to bring your files with you when you are on the go, edit files in your Dropbox from your tablet, upload photos and videos to Dropbox, and share your selected files freely with family and friends.
From home, tap Apps > Dropbox. Google Search Use Google Search to search the Internet. From home, tap Apps > Google. Google Settings Use Google Settings to manage your Google apps and account settings. From home, tap Apps > Google Settings. Help Help provides online information to help with your questions. From home, tap Apps > Help. My Files My Files allows you to manage your manage sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and files stored on your tablet, or on an optional installed memory card (not included). You can open a file if the associated app is already on your tablet. 1. From home, tap Apps > My Files. 2. The following folders display: Device storage: View the files saved in your tablet’s internal memory. ...
1. From home, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Tap TUTORIAL to learn about S Voice, or tap START S VOICE to skip the tutorial and start using S Voice. 3. Speak a command. The screen gives you some examples. SideSync 3.0 SideSync is a PC to Mobile solution that enables the screens, windows, and data to be shared easily between a PC and a Samsung Android Device. From home, and tap Apps > SideSync 3.0. Voice Search Use Google Voice Search to search the Web by speaking commands. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Search. 2. When the Google Voice Search screen displays, say “OK Google” or tap the microphone icon, and then speak your command. Tools and Calendar...
Access Settings You can access Settings in a variety of ways. From home, tap Apps > Settings. – or – From home, drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel. Tap Settings to access Settings. Categories of Settings Access various categories of settings by tapping the following tabs: CONNECTIONS: Control your device’s wireless connections and location services. DEVICE: Personalize your device, including sounds, the display, and accessibility. GENERAL: Create and modify your accounts (such as, Email, Google Account, Samsung Account, and so on). Access settings to configure Language and input and manage security, storage, and other features of the device. APPLICATIONS: Access the Application manager, default applications, and settings for various apps. Search Settings Enter key words to search for settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Search, and then enter key words. Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your tablet’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. Swipe to the bottom of the screen and tap Add Wi-Fi network to connect to a new Wi-Fi network. For more information about using Wi-Fi, see Wi-Fi. 4. Tap More options for these options: Scan: Search for available Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi Direct: Connect to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. For more information, see Wi-Fi Direct. Advanced: Network notification: Send a notification when an open Wi-Fi network is available. Passpoint: Connect to passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi networks automatically. Sort by: Choose a sorting order for Wi-Fi networks on the Wi-Fi screen. Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data communications, when the tablet goes to sleep (when the backlight goes out). This setting can affect data usage, since the data connection will remain active even when the tablet screen is off. Always allow scanning: Allow Google location service and other apps to scan for ...
Hotspot and Tethering Mange your Sprint hotspot settings, USB tethering settings, and Bluetooth tethering settings. Sprint Hotspot Settings Mange your Sprint hotspot security and connection settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot. 2. Tap to configure options: Timeout settings: Turn off Sprint hotspot if there is no connection for a selected time period. LAN settings: Configure your LAN settings. Tap an item to change it. USB Tethering and Bluetooth Tethering Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a USB cable or via Bluetooth. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Hotspot. 2. Choose a tethering method: USB tethering: Connect the device to a computer using the USB cable, and then touch USB tethering to turn tethering on. ...
Tap a paired device to connect to it, or tap beside a device to change its settings. Tap SCAN to search for visible Bluetooth devices. After searching, tap a device to pair with Tap More options for more settings: Visibility timeout: Set the length of time your tablet is visible to other devices when you turn on visibility. Received files: View files transferred to your tablet via Bluetooth. Rename device: Change the name your tablet uses to identify itself when you make your tablet visible to other Bluetooth devices. Help: View information about using Bluetooth. Airplane Mode Enabling Airplane mode turns off data network features. It also turns off other connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your tablet, such as playing music, watching videos, or other applications. While in Airplane mode, the icon displays on the Status Bar. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Airplane mode. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Airplane mode on or off. Note: You can also turn Airplane mode on or off from the Notification panel. Drag it down from the top of the screen, and then tap the Airplane mode Quick settings button. Data Usage Monitor data usage and control your tablet’s connection to mobile data service.
Alert me about data usage: Your tablet will alert you when mobile data usage reaches the warning limit you set. After enabling the setting, drag the orange warning line on the graph below to set the data usage warning limit. Data usage cycle: Tap the menu, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below. 3. Tap More options for other options: Data roaming: Allow mobile data usage while roaming. Roaming will incur extra charges. Restrict background data: Your tablet is capable of connecting to the network in the background, for synchronization or other services. When enabled, background connections will not occur. Show Wi-Fi usage: When turned on, a separate tab displays data usage while connected to Wi-Fi. Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads. Mobile networks: Manage your mobile networks. See Mobile Networks Settings. Location Settings Control apps’ access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one ...
High accuracy: When enabled, your device uses GPS information, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks to estimate your location. Power saving: When enabled, your device uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate your location. GPS only: When enabled, your device only uses GPS information to estimate your location. Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your location information. Location services: View the current location service. Tap a service to configure options, if available. Location sources: Tap My places to save your favorite locations, allowing your device to provide relevant information by recognizing saved locations. Tap Home, Work, or Car, and then follow the prompts to configure options for identifying the location. Tap Add to set up a new location More Networks The More networks settings provide additional wireless and network options. Mobile Networks Settings Control your tablet’s access to networks, including mobile data service. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. (If prompted, configure a pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprints screen lock before continuing.) 3. Tap Add to add a VPN, and then enter details for the VPN. For more information, see Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Tap SAVE to save the VPN. 4. Tap More options > Always-on VPN and select a VPN profile to always stay connected. Network traffic will only be allowed when connected to this VPN. Ethernet Settings Manage your Ethernet connection. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap More networks > Ethernet. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to connect to an Ethernet network. Roaming When you are outside your home network area, your tablet can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming. There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your tablet’s roaming behavior with Roaming settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Receive files from other devices: Choose how to handle incoming files from other devices. Printing You can print from your device, via Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your device and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Turn Print Services On or Off Before you can print from your device, a print service must be turned on. The print service communicates with the printer when you select something to print. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Printing, and then choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. Additional print services may be downloaded from the Google Play store. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print. Note: To download more print service plugins, tap Download plug-in, select a download method, and then select a plugin. Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer, you must set it up on your device. You will need to know the IP address of the printer; consult the printer’s documentation for this information. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Configure Print Settings Choose options for printing from your device. Note: These settings are examples only. Available settings will differ depending on the type of print service and printer you are using. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab. 2. Tap Printing. 3. Choose a print service from the list, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on. The service must be on to add a printer. 4. Tap More options > Settings to configure options. Available options vary depending on the type of printer, and not all printers support all options. Screen Mirroring With Screen mirroring, you can share your device’s screen with another device, using an optional AllShare Cast accessory (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Screen Mirroring. Your tablet will scan for available devices. 2. Tap an available device and follow the prompts to connect. Sounds and Notifications Settings Configure your tablet’s sounds, vibrations, and notifications. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
Sound Mode Select an overall sound mode for your tablet: All sounds, vibrations, or silent. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: Sound: Your tablet uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sounds and notifications settings for notifications and alerts. Vibrate: Your tablet vibrates for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sounds and notifications settings. Mute: Your tablet plays no sounds or vibrations. Onscreen reminders will still occur. Vibration Intensity Set the level for vibration to accompany notifications and feedback for your screen touches, also known as haptic feedback. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Vibration intensity to set vibrations. Drag the sliders to set the vibration intensity for: Notifications Haptic feedback 3. ...
Screen lock sound: Play tones when you touch the screen to lock or unlock it. Touch sounds: Play tones when you tap or touch the screen to make selections. Haptic feedback: Set the tablet to vibrate when you tap the Recent Apps key and Back key, and for certain screen touches. Emergency tone: Play a tone or have your tablet vibrate, periodically during an emergency call. Sound when tapped: Play a tone when tapping the Samsung keyboard. Vibrate when tapped: Set the tablet to vibrate when tapping the Samsung keyboard. Email: Set email notification sounds and vibration. Calendar: Set event alert sounds and vibration. Do Not Disturb Mute all alerts, except for those that you choose to allow. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb, and then tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > App notifications. 3. Scroll through the alphabetical list of apps and tap the app. 4. Tap the ON/OFF switch to block all notifications from this app or to show priority notifications for the selected app. Notification Access Choose which applications can read notifications aloud, including those notifications that may contain personal information. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Notification access. 3. Tap the checkbox next to an app to turn the feature on. Display Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s display. Font You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. ...
Screen Rotation Rotate the screen display whenever the device is rotated. In addition, the Smart rotation feature can use the front camera to rotate the screen based on the orientation of your face. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Screen rotation. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable screen rotation. Tap the checkbox next to Smart rotation to enable the feature. Smart Stay Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen will not time out as long as you are facing the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab > Display. 2. Tap the checkbox next to Smart stay to enable the feature. Screen Timeout Screen timeout lets you select how long the display screen remains lit after you press any key. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout, and then tap a time setting. Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Reading mode. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable. 4. Tap Edit to select additional applications for use with Reading mode. Auto Adjust Screen Tone Adjust the display brightness based on the onscreen image to save power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab > Display. 2. Tap the checkbox next to Auto adjust screen tone to enable the feature. Daydream Use Daydream to control what the screen displays when the tablet is docked or charging. Choose to display Colors, Flipboard, or photos. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Daydream. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Daydream on. 4. ...
Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time the Recent apps and Back remain lit after you tap them. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Display > Touch key light duration to choose a timeout period. Increase Touch Sensitivity Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when you wear gloves. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab > Display. 2. Tap the checkbox next to Increase touch sensitivity to enable the feature. Wallpaper Use wallpaper to customize the background of the Home and Lock screens. Choose from preloaded wallpapers or select a photo you have downloaded or taken with the Camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Wallpaper, and then tap a screen to customize: Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
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Pattern type: Select a pattern type. Options are Classic, Halftone, and Multicolor. Clock widget options: Customize your clock. Owner information: Display the device’s owner information on the Lock screen. Make pattern visible: Display the pattern as you draw it. Vibration feedback: Set the device to vibrate when the pattern is entered incorrectly. Lock automatically: Choose whether the screen will lock automatically immediately after the screen turns off (dims), or choose a time interval to delay locking. During the time interval, your device will still be unlocked, but the screen will be dim. Lock instantly with power key: Pressing the Power/Lock key locks the screen instantly. PIN: Enter a numeric PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock the tablet. Clock widget options: Customize your clock. Owner information: Display the device’s owner information on the Lock screen. Lock automatically: Choose whether the screen will lock automatically immediately after the screen turns off (dims), or choose a time interval to delay locking. During the ...
Lock instantly with power key: Pressing the Power/Lock key locks the screen instantly. None: Disable all screen lock settings. Note: When you set a Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint lock type, you can select options for viewing notifications on the lock screen. Select Show all content, Hide content, or Do not show notifications, and then tap DONE. Multi Window Settings Multi Window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Tip: You can also turn Multi Window on and off through the Notification panel. Drag the Notification panel down and tap the Multi window Quick settings button. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap the ON/OFF switch next to Multi window to turn Multi window on. 3. Tap Multi window to activate the following option: Open in multi window view: Automatically view content in Multi Window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from emails in full screen mode.
Toolbox Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, so you can access your favorite apps quickly. You can choose items to display in Toolbox, and you can drag the Toolbox anywhere on the screen. Activate the Toolbox 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Toolbox to configure settings. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Toolbox on or off. Toolbox must be turned on to configure settings. 4. When activated, the onscreen button displays on the current screen. Customize the Toolbox Applications 1. From the active Toolbox screen, tap Edit to select which apps to include in the Toolbox. Some default apps are selected. 2. Tap DONE when you are finished making your selections. Note: A maximum of five apps can be selected at one time. Just uncheck and reselect to customize the Toolbox to your needs. Use the Toolbox When Toolbox is turned on, you can use these options from any screen: To access a toolbox app, tap Toolbox, and then tap the app you want to run. To reposition Toolbox, touch and hold on ...
3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable each of the following: Mute/pause: Mute or pause sounds by placing your palm on the screen. Tap Mute/pause for more options. Palm swipe to capture: Take screen captures by swiping the screen from right to left or vice versa with the side of your hand. Tap Palm swipe to capture for more options. Accessibility Settings Your tablet offers features to make using the tablet easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use Accessibility settings to configure these features. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Accessibility for options: Vision Switch access: Control your device using configurable key combinations. You can move focus to clickable items and select them. TalkBack: Activate the TalkBack feature and configure options. Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy. Double press the Power/Lock key to turn this function on or off. TalkBack must be enabled in order to configure this option. Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping. TalkBack must be enabled in order to configure this option.
Hearing Flash notification: Set your camera light to blink whenever you receive a notification. Turn off all sounds: Mute every sound made by the tablet during touches, selections, notifications, etc. Samsung subtitles (CC): Display Samsung subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options. Google subtitles (CC): Display Google subtitles where available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on, and then tap Google subtitles to configure options. Sound balance: Control the signal sent to the left and right when using earphones. Mono audio: Compress stereo audio into a single mono audio stream for use with a single earphone. Dexterity and interaction Assistant menu: Improve device accessibility by providing quick access to a menu of important functions. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on, and then tap Assistant menu for options. Press and hold delay: Choose how long your tablet waits during a touch and hold gesture ...
To use the device with a user profile, select a profile at the top of the locked screen. There are two types of user accounts: Users: Allow the user to access their own apps and content. Restricted profile: Allow the user limited access to apps and content. Add a New User 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Users. 3. Tap Add user or profile, and then choose User or Restricted profile. If the new user is able to set up their space now, tap SET UP NOW. (Tapping NOT NOW will create an empty user account that can be modified later.) Follow the prompts to set up the tablet with the new user’s preferences. The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under ME at the top of their Contacts list) is used as their User ID and name. To change their ID photo and name, each user must edit their personal Contact entry. For more information, see Edit a Contact. Delete a User Only the device owner can delete other user accounts.
Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab. 2. Tap Finger Scanner for options: Fingerprint manager: Register additional fingerprints. Change backup password: Modify the password you set to back up your fingerprints. Screen lock: Select a screen lock. Verify Samsung account: Choose to verify your identity using your fingerprints when logging in to your Samsung account. Pay with PayPal: Use your fingerprint to access your PayPal account. Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your tablet, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your tablet and the account. Types of information you can synchronize include contacts, pictures, videos, and other types of files. Add an Account Add an account to your tablet to share information between your tablet and the account. 1. From home, tap ...
Use Your Samsung Account Use your Samsung account to back up your personal data. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Cloud. 3. Tap Add Samsung account or tap your configured Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options. Use Your Dropbox Account User your Dropbox account to back up your data. For more information, visit dropbox.com. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Cloud. 3. Tap Link Dropbox account or tap your configured Dropbox account to manage your sync settings and backup options. Backup and Reset Settings Set options for backing up your data to the Google servers. You can also reset your tablet to the factory defaults.
2. Tap Language to select a language. Set a Default Input Method The following procedure allows you to select and set the default method to use when entering text. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input. 2. Tap Default to select the default input method. Note: You can change the input method while you are entering text. Drag the Status Bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap Select keyboard. Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard to configure these options: Select input languages: Choose languages for use with Samsung keyboard. When you ...
Learn from Facebook: Log into Facebook to allow your tablet to learn your Facebook style. Learn from Gmail: Log into Gmail to allow your tablet to learn from your Gmail email. Learn from Twitter: Log into Twitter to allow your tablet to learn from your Twitter postings. Learn from Contacts: Allow your tablet to learn from your Contacts entries. Clear server data: Remove all anonymous data stored on the personalization server. Clear personal data: Remove all personalized data you have entered. Privacy Policy: View information about privacy policies for personalization. Auto replace: Complete or replace the word you are typing with the most probable word when you tap the Space bar or a punctuation mark. Auto capitalize: Automatically capitalize words in your text based on common usage, such as at the beginning of sentences. Auto spacing: Automatically insert spaces between words. ...
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input. 2. Tap Swype to configure these options: Settings: Set Swype options: Vibrate on keypress: The device vibrates for your Swype touches. Sound on keypress: The device plays sounds for your Swype touches. Pop-up on keypress: The characters display briefly as you tap keys. Long-press delay: Choose a period for the keyboard to wait before interpreting a touch as a press and hold. Show complete trace: Swype displays the trace of each word until you start the next word. Auto-Capitalization: Swype automatically capitalizes the first word of sentences. Auto-spacing: Swype automatically inserts spaces between words as you complete them. Next Word Prediction: Swype predicts the next word based on the previous word. ...
Contribute usage data: Allow Nuance to collect usage data to provide better text prediction. Cellular data: When enabled, Swype can use your tablet’s connection to the wireless data network for updates, language downloads, and other Swype Connect features. Languages: Choose the current language for Swype, and download new languages to use with Swype. Gestures: Learn about shortcuts you can use on the keyboard to quickly accomplish common tasks. Help: Learn about using Swype. How to Swype: Learn about using Swype. Show helpful tips: When enabled, tips display on the screen as you enter text. Version: Tap to see specific version information and Nuance Communications copyright. Google Voice Typing Settings Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. When you enable Google voice typing, it is available for use when you tap a field to enter text. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input. 2. ...
Basic Google recognition: Control your tablet with simple voice recognition. Tap to configure options. Text-to-Speech Options Text-to-speech (TTS) provides audible readout of text. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Language and input. 2. Tap Text-to-speech options to configure: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Pico TTS. Tap to configure options. Speech rate: Choose a rate for text readouts. Listen to an example: Play an example of speech used for readouts. Default language status: View how fully supported the default language is. Mouse/Trackpad Adjust the speed of the pointer, when you use your finger to enter text.
Automatic time zone: Receive the current time zone from the network. Select time zone: Choose your local time zone (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled). Use 24-hour format: Set the format for time displays. Select date format: Set the format for date displays. Accessories Configure your tablet’s behavior when it is connected to optional accessories (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Accessories for options: Dock Dock sound: Play sounds when inserting or removing the tablet from a dock (not included). HDMI Audio output: Set audio to stereo or surround output. Book cover Automatic unlock: Flip the book cover (not included) open to unlock the screen when secured lock is turned off.
Apps and OS Usage Battery usage displays in percentages per application. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Battery. 2. Tap Screen, Android System, Android OS, or an app to view how they are affecting battery use. 3. Tap REFRESH to update the listing. Note: Other applications may be running that affect battery use. Power Saving Mode Configure Power saving mode settings to conserve battery power. Power Saving Mode This mode limits basic services to save battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab > Power saving. 2. Tap Power saving mode, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the mode on. The following options are available: Restrict background data: Do not allow content to be downloaded from the Internet or Google Play store, View streaming multimedia, or send/receive multimedia messages. ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Storage to view information about memory usage, and for other options: Device memory: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on your tablet’s memory. Tap an item for more information. SD card: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Total space: Display the total amount of usable space on the memory card. This option is only available if an optional memory card is installed and mounted. Available space: Display the amount of free space on the memory card. This option is only available if an optional memory card is installed and mounted. Mount SD card: Prepare the memory card for use as storage in the tablet. This option is only available if a memory card is installed, and is not already mounted. Normally, your tablet mounts a memory card as soon as you install it. Unmount SD card: Prepare an installed memory card for safe removal or formatting. Format SD card: Permanently remove all content from an installed memory card. After formatting, the content cannot be retrieved. Security Settings This menu contains features that allow you to configure the tablet’s security parameters.
To remove administration from the account, tap DEACTIVATE. Unknown Sources By default, you can only install apps from the Google Play store. When Unknown sources is enabled, you can install apps from other sources. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Security > Unknown sources to enable the option. Encryption After encryption, you must enter the PIN or password you set each time you turn on your tablet. You can also encrypt information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Encryption may take an hour or more to complete. Do not turn off the tablet during encryption. Interrupting the encryption process may result in the loss of some or all data. Before Encrypting Your Tablet Important: Charge the battery to at least 80%, and plug the tablet into the charger to ensure that the battery remains charged. Note: Set a Screen lock password of at least 6 characters, including at least one number. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Security for options: Tap Encrypt device to encrypt data stored in your tablet’s internal memory. Tap Encrypt external SD card to encrypt data stored on an optional memory card (not included).
Security policy updates: When enabled, your tablet will automatically check for changes to the security policy and download any updates to improve security and service. Tap the checkbox beside Automatic updates to enable or disable automatic updating of the security policy when connected to preferred networks. Tap Preferred networks to select an option for downloading security updates. To manually check for updates, tap Check for updates. Send Security Reports: When enabled, your tablet will only send security reports to Samsung when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Storage type: Select a storage type for credentials. Trusted credentials: Display a list of credentials you have installed. ...
Activate This Device Connect to the network and activate your tablet. If your tablet is already activated, use this option to view information about your plan and usage. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap Activate this device, and then follow the prompts to activate your tablet on the network. System Update Settings Use System update options to update your tablet’s internal software. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > GENERAL tab. 2. Tap System Update to use these options: Update now: Manually check for software update. Auto update: Check for updates automatically. Wi-Fi only: Download software updates only when connected via Wi-Fi. Update PRL: Download and the latest Preferred Roaming List (PRL), used by your tablet to access the network. Update Profile: Update the user profile related to your wireless service account. If you ...
Legal information: Display open source licenses, Google legal information, Samsung legal information, and Privacy Alert. Report diagnostic info: Improve the quality and performance of Samsung products and services by providing diagnostic and usage data. Device name: View or edit your tablet’s name. Model number: View your tablet’s model number. Android version: View the firmware version of your tablet. Baseband version: View the baseband version of your tablet. Kernel version: View the kernel version of your tablet. Build number: View the build number of your tablet. SE for Android status: Security Enhanced for Android policies enhance security for your device. View information about your device’s security software, including the version and status. KNOX version: View the KNOX version of your tablet. Application Manager You can download and install applications from the Google Play store or Samsung Apps and install ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > APPLICATIONS tab. 2. Tap Application manager. 3. Tap the RUNNING tab, tap a running service, and then tap STOP. These stopped processes restart once the tablet is restarted. Third-party Task Manager applications are also available from the Google Play store. Note: You can also access Task manager by tapping the Recent apps key and then tapping Task manager. Memory Use View storage used by currently running applications. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > APPLICATIONS tab. 2. Tap Application manager. 3. Tap the RUNNING tab. The amount of RAM used by all running services and applications is displayed. Default Applications If you have installed multiple apps that perform the same kind of task, you can choose the app you want to use as the default. 1. From home, tap Apps > ...
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap APPLICATIONS tab > Contacts to configure options: Import/Export contacts: You can import or export contacts from/to your tablet’s memory, or from an optional installed memory card. Tap to choose an import source or export destination, and then follow the prompts to import or export contacts. Contacts to display: Choose contacts to display in Contacts. You can choose only contacts from your tablet’s memory, or from an account, or choose other sources. You can also create a customized list of contacts to display. Only contacts with phones: Only contacts with at least one phone number display in Contacts. Other contacts will be hidden. Sort by: Choose how contacts are sorted, by first or last name. Display contacts by: Choose how contacts are displayed, by first or last name. Send multiple name cards: You can choose how to transfer contacts, when sharing them with other devices such as via Bluetooth. Send together: Multiple contacts are sent together. This method can be faster, but depends on whether the target device can accept multiple namecards. If not, only one ...
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Display: Choose how emails are shown in the email list, and when you open them. Composing and sending: Set what functions are available when composing and sending emails. Default display: Select what is displayed after you move or delete emails. Confirm deletions: Ask for confirmation before deleting email. Priority sender settings: Choose options for handling emails from priority senders. Spam addresses: Create and maintain a list of email addresses and domains, to automatically block emails from those senders. Manage Email Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account. Contact your service provider for more information. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap APPLICATION tab > Email, and then choose an account to configure settings. Some common settings are: Sync settings: Tap to configure options for synchronizing your tablet with your account: ...
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Email notifications: When enabled, an icon displays in the Status Bar when you receive new emails. Notification sound: Choose a ringtone to play for new email notifications. Vibrate: When enabled, vibration plays for new email notifications. MORE SETTINGS: Configure other options, including the account name, carbon copy and blind carbon copy, synchronization, and security options. Account name: Enter a name to identify this email account. Your name: Enter a name, to be shown to recipients in emails from this account. Always Cc/Bcc myself: Choose options for sending a copy of emails you send to yourself, as a copy (Cc) or blind copy (Bcc). Show images: Choose whether to automatically display embedded images in the body of an email. Security options: Configure advanced security options, including encryption. Auto download attachments: Choose whether the tablet automatically downloads email attachments when you are connected to Wi-Fi. You might use this option to control how and whether you use your plan’s data services to download attachments. Folder sync settings: Choose folders to synchronize between your tablet and account. ...
Outgoing server settings: Configure settings for accessing your account from your tablet. Gallery Settings Configure options for the Gallery app. Tip: You can also access Gallery settings from the Gallery app. From home, tap Apps > Gallery > More options > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap APPLICATIONS tab > Gallery to configure options: Accounts: Tap an account to enable sync options. The sync options for pictures and videos affect Gallery. Tap More options > Add account to add an account for picture and video storage. SNS data management: Sync via Wi-Fi only: Only sync pictures with your social networking accounts when connected to Wi-Fi. ...
Calendar Settings Configure settings for your tablet’s Calendar app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap APPLICATIONS tab > Calendar to configure these options: View settings: First day of week: Choose a day to start each calendar week. Hide declined events: When enabled, events for which you declined the invitation are not shown on the calendar. Show week numbers: Enable display of week numbers on the calendar. Hide completed tasks: When enabled, tasks you have completed are no longer shown on the calendar. 7-day weather forecast: When enabled, weather information from AccuWeather.com displays on the calendar. Time zone: ...
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Tip: you can also access S Voice settings from the S Voice app. From home, tap Apps > S Voice > More options > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap APPLICATIONS tab > S Voice to configure options: General: Language: Choose a language to use for S Voice. Erase S Voice data: Erase the data you have stored on the server. About: Learn about S Voice. Open S Voice: Voice wake-up: Launch S Voice by speaking a command. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on, and then tap Set wake-up command to record a command. Tap Wake up while locked to enable voice wake-up and use S Voice without unlocking your tablet.
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