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................................. S Health Back View ................................ S Voice Assemble Your Device ..........................Samsung Apps / GALAXY Apps Set Up Your Device ................Video Player Set Up Accounts on Your Device .................... Voice Recorder .............. Set Up and Access Voicemail .......
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Accessibility ..............101 Private Mode ..............103 Users ................. 104 Finger Scanner ............106 Motions and Gestures ..........108 Air View ................109 Accounts ................. 110 Cloud ................111 Backup and Reset ............ 112 Language and Input Settings ......113 Date and Time Settings ........
Front View Proximity and light Earpiece sensors Status light Front camera Volume key Power/Lock key Recent apps Back Home/Finger Scanner key • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Proximity and light sensors: Detects the close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. presence of objects near the device.
Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light Microphone: Records audio and detects voice environments when taking a photo or recording commands. video. •...
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Install the SIM Card assemble your device. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and other features.
Install a Memory Card Replace the Back Cover You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC 1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone memory card (not included) to expand available and press down. memory space. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging ► For a quick check of your battery level, view devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are the battery charge indicator located in the designed to maximize battery life. Using other upper-right corner of your device’s display. A...
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Turn the Device On ► To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the key or Home key, and then touch and drag your device vibrates and starts up.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account or create a new Samsung account. – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.
Set Up and Access Voicemail Set Up Your Voicemail Visual Voicemail Phone, then tap 1. From the Home screen, tap Use Visual Voicemail to view a list of people who left Voicemail. a voicemail message and then listen to any message without being limited to chronological order.
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
Home Screen Notification icons Status bar Status icons Widget App shortcuts App folders Home screen indicator Apps screen Primary app shortcuts • • App folders: For your convenience, there are Primary app shortcuts: App shortcuts that several Google applications grouped into a folder display on all Home screens.
App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.
Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call. information (such as network Call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call is on hold. alerts on the left.
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.
Notification Panel View additional Settings Quick settings Manage users Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Search for content Configure Quick on your device connect settings Tap notification to launch app or view detail Clear all notifications Notification icons on the Quick Settings Status bar display calendar In addition to notifications, the Notification panel events, device status, and also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Swipe down on the Status bar to display the Notification panel. 2. Tap S Finder. 3. Tap the Search bar and type what you are searching for.
Multi Window Multi window tray Window controls Tray controls Multi-task by using multiple Use Multi Window applications at the same time. After activating Multi window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. Note: Only apps located on the Multi window tray can Activate Multi Window be used together.
Window Controls Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray Select an application window and tap Control in You can choose the apps you want to display in the the middle of the window border. Multi window tray. Control Buttons 1. Touch and hold Back to display the tray.
To customize the Samsung Keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Options key Special Keys Tap to insert numbers and symbols. Touch and hold the Options key to: Use Google Voice Typing.
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Use Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input. To enable Google Voice Typing: 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Typing. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer or Reject a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list.
Multitask While on a Call Personalize the Call Sound Setting If you exit the call screen and return to a Home Adjust the sound by using an audio equalizer. screen, your active call is indicated by on the ► From the currently active call, tap Status Bar, and a thumbnail.
Call Log Use Speed Dial to Make a Call The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for or missed are stored in the Call log. speed dialing their default number. 1.
Make an Emergency Call The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode. Make an Emergency Call without a SIM Card Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency call with the phone;...
Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps display, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
More options > Show disabled apps. devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more. 3. Tap each app you want to enable, and then tap Note: When you access Samsung apps, Galaxy Apps DONE. is downloaded to your phone and displays on the Apps screen. Applications...
Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps icons can be organized in folders and Hide Apps from View listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps you do not want to see on the Apps screen. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 1.
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Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap More options for these options: • Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it to: Create folder to create a new folder. App info to view information about this app.
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. display when you need them. google.com Visit to learn more.
Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current With Google Play Music, you can play location, get directions, and other music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more.
T-Mobile Applications Enjoy these applications from Visual Voicemail T-Mobile. This application allows you to easily manage your inbox without ever dialing Note: Certain applications require a data plan or into your voicemail. t-mobile.com paid subscription. Visit to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional information.
It can also open Adobe PDF Spend time connecting with your (Portable Document Format) files. buddies via ChatON! With a Samsung account, you can enjoy ChatON across your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Smart Remote ChatON features free text, voice, and video messaging.
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. Equals key.
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. Create an Event or Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.
Camera and Video Current Storage shooting mode location Switch between the front and rear cameras Record video Quick Take a picture settings Change shooting mode Camera settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Use your device’s camera and camcorder to take photos and record videos.
Take Pictures Quick Settings Take pictures with your device’s front or rear Reorganize shortcuts for easy access to the camera, or combine shots with Dual camera mode. camera’s various options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Dual Camera Mode Camera and Video Settings Take pictures and record videos using the front 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > and rear cameras at the same time. A variety of Camera. picture-in-picture styles are available. 2. Tap Settings to configure settings for Camera.
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• Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. • Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos. • HDR (rich tone): Save the picture in HDR (rich tone) only. • Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture. • Save as flipped: Automatically save images as flipped in the Gallery.
Clock • The Clock app offers features for Smart alarm: When on, the alarm starts playing a tone at a low volume at an interval keeping track of time and setting before the alarm time, and slowly increases in alarms. volume.
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Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Stopwatch tab and use the following options: • START: Begin timing. • STOP: Stop timing. •...
Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...
Share a Name Card Link Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s When you have contacts from various sources information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it multiple similar entries for a single contact.
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Favorites Groups When you mark contacts as favorites, they are You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display device comes with preloaded groups, and you can together on the Favorites tab in Contacts. create your own.
Add Contacts to a Group Delete a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Contacts. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. Contacts.
Email Use the Email app to view and Refresh Your Email Account manage all your email accounts Refresh your account to update your email in one application. accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. To access Email: 2.
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Email...
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos and videos. Apps > Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. View Images and Videos Note: Videos are indicated by Launching Gallery displays available folders.
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• Face Tags Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be Face tags allow you to add a contact name to compatible with the device. people in your photos. Using face tags lets you filter •...
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. More options > Add account to add 4. Tap a Samsung, Dropbox, Google, or Facebook account. Applications Gallery...
Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully-featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap More options > New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Share Pages To share a web page address with others: ► Tap More options > Share via and follow the prompts. Incognito Tabs Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not display within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Incognito on their tab.
• To send a memo to others, tap More options > Select, select a memo, and Share via. • To send the memo to a Google or Samsung printer, tap More options > Select, select a More options > Print. memo, and tap •...
Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default messaging app on your message using the Messaging app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
View New Messages Message Search When you receive a new message, a new message 1. You can search through your messages by using icon displays on the Status Bar. the Message Search feature. 2. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: Messages.
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To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, follow the instructions below: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. 2. Tap More options > Settings > Emergency alerts. 3. Tap Emergency alerts. All alerts are enabled by default (check mark showing).
Music Player Volume Stream the song to More options another device Adjust volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song Shuffle songs or playlist Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Scan forward or Rewind song or go...
My Files Access files stored on your Local Storage device, including images, videos, To view folder and files located on the device: songs, and sound clips. ► Tap Device storage. To view folders and files located on the memory To access the My Files app: card (if installed): Apps >...
My Files Options File Options On the main My Files screen: 1. Tap a folder to open it. More options 2. Tap files to select them or tap Search, and then enter search criteria. 1. Tap > Select, select files, and then use one of these Storage usage to view memory 2.
S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; manage your health goals and • Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals.
S Voice Speak commands to perform S Voice Settings operations on your device, and These settings allow you to modify settings to speak criteria for searches associated with using the S Voice app. and other operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Samsung Apps, Galaxy Apps is downloaded and installed on your device. Samsung Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that provides a quick and easy way to find and download apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. GALAXY Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps.
Video Player Change player Volume Video file More options name Playback Adjust position volume Elapsed Length of playing time video Change Pop-up player screen ratio Rewind Scan forward video or go or go to next to previous video video Pause/Play Use Pop-Up Player Play and manage videos stored on your device.
Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: Create a Voice Recording 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > List. 2. Tap Voice Recorder. •...
Settings • Configure your device’s Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on or off connections and settings, • For some options, you must tap a field, add accounts, and customize such as Email address, to display and set the home screen, apps, and options.
How to Use Settings Access Settings Customize the Quick Settings Menu ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Quick settings are the settings that you are most – or – likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a From a Home screen, drag down from the default list of settings.
Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Manually Connect to a types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
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• Wi-Fi Options WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many equipment. of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection 1.
Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3.
Download Booster Download Booster improves download speed by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Note: Download Booster uses mobile data services. To turn on Download Booster: Apps > 1.
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Change Your Device’s Name communications technology that Change the name others use when pairing with your allows you to connect wirelessly device via Bluetooth. to a number of Bluetooth 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Scan for Bluetooth Devices Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two When you want to pair with another Bluetooth devices no longer recognize each other. To connect device, you can scan for nearby devices that are again, you have to pair the devices.
Tethering and Mobile HotSpot Share your phone’s mobile Connect a Device to data connection with a Mobile Your Mobile HotSpot HotSpot or USB tethering. Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile HotSpot. Use Mobile HotSpot to share Apps >...
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Change the Mobile HotSpot Use Tethering to Connect Your Password Device to a Computer 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Tethering and Mobile HotSpot > Settings > Tethering and Mobile HotSpot. Mobile HotSpot.
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. To turn Airplane mode on or off: Apps >...
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification Panel. •...
Location Settings Some apps, such as Google Location Services maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.
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Location Sources You can save your favorite locations for use with services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other location-related activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Location. 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Location services on. 3.
More Networks The More Networks settings Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) allow you to configure a variety Set up and configure Virtual Private Networks of communication settings for (VPNs) on your device. your device. Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN.
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Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Calling is an excellent solution for coverage issues in and around the home or wherever cellular coverage is limited. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your mobile carrier. Please contact your mobile service provider for details on cost and functionality. To configure Wi-Fi Calling: 1.
Share Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from your Music app, and more.
Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings >...
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. 2. Tap SCAN to find more devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
MirrorLink Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink. To activate MirrorLink: 1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable. 2.
Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Sound Mode vibrations used to indicate You can switch between sound modes, while notifications, screen touches, preserving the individual sound settings you have made. and other activities. Tip: Sound modes are also available from the Device options menu.
3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under 3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview, and then tap Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate OK to set it as your default ringtone. whether to enable the sound or vibration.
Do Not Disturb Application Notifications You can set your phone to silence all calls and To set whether application notifications are alerts except for times you schedule. displayed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Display Settings Adjust display options and Font Style and Size features, including the font You can set the font style and size for all text that options, screen brightness, and displays on the screen. more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Smart Stay Auto Adjust Screen Tone Using the front camera to detect your face, the Your device analyzes the images displayed on the screen does not time out as long as you are facing screen and automatically adjusts the brightness to the screen.
LED Indicator Select which functions (such as charging or low battery) the LED indicator on the front of the device displays. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. 2. Tap LED indicator for options. Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent apps and Back remain lit after you touch them.
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Show or Hide Sensitive your screen. Different Screen Notification Content Locks have different levels of After choosing a secure lock, you can select security and options. whether to show or hide sensitive notification content on the lock screen.
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All Screen Locks • Dual clock: Display a dual clock on your Lock screen when roaming. • Clock size: Select the size of the clock that displays on your Lock screen. • Show date: Display the date on the Lock screen. •...
Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. For more information, see Use Multi Window. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable. The following option is available: • Open in Multi window view: Automatically view content in a multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.
Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting Recommended Apps buttons display on the When you perform certain actions, such as plugging Notification Panel. in earphones, the Notification Panel can display shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. You can also customize which apps display on the To customize which shortcuts display on the...
Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. To activate the Toolbox: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Toolbox. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable the feature. 4. Tap EDIT to choose up to five apps to display in Toolbox.
One-Handed Operation Adjust the screen size and layout for easy control of your device with one hand. To enable One-Handed Operation features: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap One-handed operation. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn it on or off. When activated, hold the device in one hand and swipe from the midpoint to the left or right edge of the screen to the middle and back, in one...
Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings >...
TalkBack must be enabled in Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung order to configure this option. subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter •...
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• Auto haptic: The device vibrates in time to the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. It also vibrates when buttons are tapped in supported apps. This may consume battery power, and not all applications support this feature. Dexterity and interaction •...
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
Users Share this phone with multiple Manage Users people by creating User Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap accounts. Settings. 2. Tap Users. Users have their own space, 3. Tap Settings next to a User profile to display which they can customize with the following options: •...
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Change User Account Nicknames Users can change their nickname. 1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel. 2. Tap Manage Users, and then tap a profile. 3. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Users. 4.
You can also use your fingerprint Settings. to verify your identity when 2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager. logging in to your Samsung 3. Swipe your finger over the Home key to register your first fingerprint or to continue to the next account.
Screen lock settings. For more information, see Lock Screen. • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. • Pay with PayPal: Link your PayPal account to your device to make faster and more secure PayPal payments using any of your registered fingerprints.
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap an option, and tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...
Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. Settings Air View...
Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
Settings. account, tap Link Dropbox account. 2. Tap Cloud. – or – 3. If you have not signed in to your Samsung Tap your Dropbox account to manage your sync account, tap Add Samsung account. settings and backup options. – or –...
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore...
Language and Input Settings Configure your device’s Samsung Keyboard language and input settings. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Language 2. Tap Language and input. Set your default language. 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options: 1.
Settings. Bluetooth headset, if one is connected. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options for options: • Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
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Read New Notifications Aloud Set the device to read new notifications aloud for incoming calls, messages, and emails, as well as caller or sender information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Read notifications aloud.
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Safety Assistance Receive real-time information Geo News about emergencies and severe Receive information about weather, environmental weather conditions. situations, and geological information for your location during emergencies. You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Safety assistance.
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Manage Primary Contacts Select contacts or create new ones to be your emergency contacts. These contacts automatically receive your help message. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Safety assistance. 2. Tap Manage primary contacts. 3. Tap Create primary contact and choose one of the following options: •...
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories > Audio output. 3. Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included).
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status Bar. Battery Chart The battery level displays as a percentage.
Power Saving Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.
Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
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Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without removing it from the device, you have to mount it before it can be accessed. Apps >...
Settings. • Send security reports: Send security reports 2. Tap Security for options: to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. • Tap Encrypt device and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device. •...
Credential Storage Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: •...
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about new features, getting started, applications, and settings. 126 Settings Help...
Legal information: View your device’s open source licenses and Google legal information. • Report diagnostic info: Give consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to help improve the quality and performance of its products and services. • Device name: View and change your device’s name.
Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded new applications on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your Use Application manager device. settings to manage your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. downloaded and preloaded 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the applications.
• Running Services CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s customization. View and control services running on your device. • Permissions: View information about the application’s access to your device and data. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. 2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services. SD Card All the applications that are currently running on Displays apps you have downloaded onto your...
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Turned Off View and configure disabled apps on your device. Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled an app on the Apps screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > MORE tab > Application manager. 2. Tap DISABLED to view a list of applications you have disabled.
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. 1.
Applications Settings Shortcuts Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Call, Contacts, Email, Gallery, Internet, Messages, or S Voice: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...