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Summary of Contents for Samsung Galaxy S5 mini
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Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference. -
Page 2: Legal Notices
SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG... - Page 3 Samsung KNOX is Samsung’s security platform ™ and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional Notice from AT&T licensing fee may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Memo ..................57 ..............1 Messages Front View .................58 ................2 Music Player Back View ..............61 ................3 My Files Assemble Your Device ................63 ..........4 S Health Set Up Your Device ................65 ............8 S Voice Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................66 ...... - Page 6 Finger Scanner ............103 Motions and Gestures ..........104 Air View ................105 Accounts ................. 106 Backup and Reset ............ 107 Language and Input Settings ......108 Date and Time ............111 Safety Assistance ............. 112 Battery ................114 Power Saving ...............
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device. -
Page 8: Front View
Front View Proximity and Earpiece light sensors Status light Front camera Volume key Power key Recent apps Back Home key/Finger scanner Proximity and light sensors: Detects the Recent apps: Display recent apps or touch and • • presence of objects near the device. hold for Home screen options. -
Page 9: Back View
Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Rear camera Temperature and Flash humidity sensor Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Microphone: Records audio and detects voice Heart rate sensor: When using the S Health app, • • commands. this sensor measures your heart rate via your fingertip. -
Page 10: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP67 rating, which tests submersion up to 1.0 meters for up assemble your device. to 30 minutes. Maintain Water and Dust Remove the Back Cover Resistance This device is rated IP67 using the Ingress Protection rating system. -
Page 11: Install The Sim Card
Install the SIM Card Install a Memory Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, memory card (not included) to expand available your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription memory space. -
Page 12: Replace The Back Cover
You can use the device while charging. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage. - Page 13 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
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Page 14: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off... -
Page 15: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, To create a new Google Account or set up your use Accounts settings. For more information, Google Account on your device at any time, see Accounts. -
Page 16: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to... -
Page 17: Home Screen
Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Notification icons Status icons Status bar Widget App shortcuts Apps folder Home screen indicator Apps list Primary app shortcuts • • Status icons: Displays information about the Home screen indicator: Indicates which device, such as the network signal strength, Home screen is presently displayed. -
Page 18: Customize Your Home Screen
Wallpapers Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, Change the look of the Home and Lock screens widgets, folders, and using with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. To access Home Screen Manager: 2. -
Page 19: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts Use Folders 1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from inside. any Home screen. 2. To add app shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the app shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen and release. -
Page 20: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call: A call has been missed. information (such as network Call in progress: A call is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call on hold: A call is on hold. -
Page 21: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. and how to control your device • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. with hand motions and gestures. -
Page 22: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Settings View all Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Clear notifications • • Settings: Tap to open the Settings screen. Screen brightness: Drag the slider to adjust screen brightness. -
Page 23: Notification Panel Settings
View the Notification Panel Notification Panel Settings 1. Swipe down on the Status bar to display the To customize the Notification panel: Notification panel. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Scroll down the list to see notification details. Settings > Notification panel. -
Page 24: Enter Text
— improving its accuracy Options of predicting your text entries. Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Know Your Device Enter Text... - Page 25 For example, to enter the word “this”, simply slide your finger or stylus across t-h-i-s. Delete text Settings To enable Google voice typing: 1. On the Samsung keyboard, tap Google voice typing. Enable Swype • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it.
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Page 26: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services. -
Page 27: Phone Screen
Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. Tabs More options Keypad Voicemail Delete Call • • More options: Tap to view more options. Voicemail: Tap to set up and check your voicemail. -
Page 28: Display Your Phone Number
Access Phone There are a couple of ways to access Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. Display Your Phone Number Your phone number can be found in Settings. ►... -
Page 29: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call. -
Page 30: Options During A Call
Multitask While on a Call Place a New Call While on a Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can If you exit the call screen and return to a Home make another call while a call is in progress. screen, your active call is indicated by Call on the Status bar. -
Page 31: Call Log
Call Log The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Logs. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed. -
Page 32: Speed Dial
Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut Remove a Speed Dial Number number to a contact for speed Assignment dialing their default number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Keypad. 2. Tap More options > Speed dial. Create a Speed Dial 3. -
Page 33: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode. Make an Emergency Call You can make an emergency call with or without an active SIM card. -
Page 34: Set Up And Access Voicemail
Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Access Your Voicemail from voicemail. Another Phone 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press Set Up Your Voicemail the asterisk or star (*) key on the phone you are using. -
Page 35: Applications
Applications The Apps list displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps display, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps. -
Page 36: Apps List
• Samsung Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more. Note: When you access Samsung Apps, you are prompted to download Galaxy Apps, which replaces Samsung Apps. Applications Apps List... -
Page 37: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps shortcuts 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 list. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 1. - Page 38 • Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps. This option displays only if apps have been hidden. • GALAXY Essentials: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY devices. • Help: View information about your device. Applications...
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Page 39: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Organize information you regularly look up into convenient cards that appear when you need them. Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. google.com Visit to learn more. Visit google.com/landing/now to learn more. -
Page 40: Play Music
Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current Play music and audio files on your device. location, get directions, and other Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn location-based information. more. Visit google.com/maps to learn more. Play Newsstand Note: You must enable location services to use Maps. -
Page 41: At&T Applications
AT&T Applications Enjoy these applications from AT&T Mobile Locate AT&T. With the AT&T Mobile Locate app you can access the Mobile Protection Pack and Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid with a paid subscription, replace your subscription. Visit att.com to learn more, or contact phone if it is lost or damaged, locate your... -
Page 42: Device Help
Device Help Provides online information to help with your device questions. DriveMode With the AT&T DriveMode application, you can set your phone to auto reply when you are driving and do not want to answer the phone. You can set auto reply to messages, emails, and phone calls. -
Page 43: Other Applications
Caller Name ID requires a subscription. Note: When you access Samsung Apps, you are prompted to download Galaxy Flipboard Apps, which replaces Samsung Apps. Use this application to access your Smart Remote personalized magazines. -
Page 44: Usage Manager
Usage Manager Shortcut to your battery, apps, and data usage settings so you can manage your data. Provides quick and ready access to businesses, map locations, and storage of your favorite searches. Use YP to tap into local businesses, locations, and events, and connect to your search in real-time. -
Page 45: Calculator
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. 5. -
Page 46: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Share Events 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Calendar View 2. Tap to view an event or task. 3. Tap More options > Share via, select a To choose a calendar view: sharing method, and follow the prompts. -
Page 47: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Switch cameras Record video Take a Shortcuts picture menu Shooting mode Camera settings Gallery • • Record video: Tap to record a video. Camera settings: Tap to change camera settings. •... -
Page 48: Take Pictures
Take Pictures Quick Settings Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera Reorganize shortcuts for easy access to the or combine shots with Dual camera. camera’s various options. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 49: Camera Settings
• Camera Settings White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > range. The settings are designed for specific Camera. lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in 2. -
Page 50: Clock
Clock • The Clock app offers features for Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval keeping track of time and setting before the alarm time, and slowly increase in alarms. - Page 51 Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap Stopwatch and use the following options: • START: Begin timing. • STOP: Stop timing. • LAP: Keep track of lap times.
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Page 52: Contacts
Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •... -
Page 53: Delete Contacts
Share a Name Card Delete Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s You can delete a single contact or choose multiple information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can contacts to delete. share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it 1. - Page 54 Create a Shortcut to a Favorite Rename a Group Apps > You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the Home 1. From a Home screen, tap screen, to access their information directly from the Contacts. Home screen. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
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Page 55: Contacts Settings
Delete a Group Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Groups. 3. Tap More options > Delete group. 4. Tap groups to select them or tap the selected checkbox to select all, and then tap Delete. -
Page 56: Email
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. -
Page 57: Email Settings
Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an These settings allow you to modify settings email using the Email app. associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 58: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trim Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point. - Page 59 Share Images and Videos Face Tags Use one of the following methods: Face tags allow you to add a contact name to people in your photos. Using face tags lets you filter 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
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Page 60: Gallery Settings
More options > Settings. – or – 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. When viewing a single image or video, tap 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Delete. Samsung, Google, or Facebook account. Applications Gallery... -
Page 61: Internet
Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap Tabs > NEW TAB. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 62: Internet Settings
Share Pages Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings To share a web page address with others: associated with using the Internet app. ► Tap MORE > Share and follow the prompts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 63: Memo
To send a memo to others, tap More options > Select, select a memo, and then tap Share via. • To send the memo to a Google or Samsung printer, tap More options > Select, select a More options > Print. memo, and tap •... -
Page 64: Messages
3. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a The Samsung Messages app provides the following recipient from your Contacts. You can also select message types: the recipient based on Groups, Favorites, or •... -
Page 65: Message Search
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. - Page 66 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 (checkmark showing). 4.
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Page 67: Music Player
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Change player Volume Options Sound quality Favorite and effects Playback position Shuffle Repeat Time elapsed Song length Playback controls •... -
Page 68: Listen To Music
Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap a category at the top left of the screen to view your music files. 3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap a song to begin playback. -
Page 69: My Files
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 >... -
Page 70: Group Options
Group Options File Options After selecting a group: 1. Tap a folder to open it. 2. Tap files to select them or tap More options 1. Tap Home to return to the main My Files > Select, select files, and then use one of these screen. -
Page 71: S Health
S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; manage your health goals and • Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals. -
Page 72: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Speak a command. 3. Tap the microphone icon, if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command. -
Page 73: Studio
Studio Use Studio editing tools to add effects to photos and edit movies in the Gallery. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Studio. The following Studios are displayed: • Photo studio: Improve the quality of your photos by adjusting the brightness, contrast, and more. -
Page 74: Video Player
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Change players Volume File name More options Playback position Video length Time elapsed Pop-up Screen ratio player Fast forward Rewind Pause or Play • • Volume: Tap to adjust the volume. Screen ratio: Change the screen ratio. - Page 75 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. You can change the size of the video during video playback. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail 1.
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Page 76: Voice Recorder
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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > List. 2. Tap Voice Recorder. To search through available recordings: 2. -
Page 77: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the Home screen, apps, and features. -
Page 78: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Change How Settings Are Listed ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings can be listed in a grid view (default), a list Settings. view, or a tab view. – or – 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 79: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi types of Wireless Local Area Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. - Page 80 • Wi-Fi Settings 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.
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Page 81: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Pair Bluetooth Devices communications technology that The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to allows you to connect wirelessly establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. to a number of Bluetooth Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a devices, such as headsets one-time process. - Page 82 Change Your Device’s Name Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two Change the name others use when pairing with your devices no longer recognize each other. To connect device via Bluetooth. again, you have to pair the devices. 1.
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Page 83: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot
Tethering and Mobile Hotspot Share your phone’s mobile Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot data connection with a Mobile Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile Hotspot. Hotspot or USB tethering. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 84: Usb Tethering
• Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap By default, the password is your device’s Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot > phone number. -
Page 85: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. To turn Airplane mode on or off: Apps >... -
Page 86: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel. •... -
Page 87: Location
Location Some apps, such as Google Location Services Maps, may require one or more Google uses Location History to store and use your location services be turned on device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve for full functionality. -
Page 88: More Networks
More Networks The More Networks settings AT&T MicroCell allow you to configure a variety To search for an AT&T MicroCell: of communication settings for 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. your device. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks. 3. - Page 89 Edit or Delete a VPN Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > More networks > VPN. 2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. 3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete. Settings More Networks...
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Page 90: Share Files With Nfc
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. -
Page 91: Nearby Devices
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 >... -
Page 92: Printing
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. -
Page 93: Screen Mirroring
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... -
Page 94: Sounds And Notifications
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. -
Page 95: Do Not Disturb
3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview, and then tap 3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under OK to set it as your default ringtone. Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate whether to enable the sound or vibration. – or –... - Page 96 Notifications On Lock Screen To define how notifications should be displayed on your phone’s lock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Notifications on lock screen and select an option: Show content, Hide content, or Do not show notifications.
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Page 97: Display Settings
Display Settings Configure your display’s Screen Rotation brightness, screen timeout delay, Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on and other display settings. the orientation of your face. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. Brightness 2. -
Page 98: Screen Mode
Screen Mode Daydream Choose a screen mode to match your type of The Daydream setting controls what the screen viewing. You can choose to have the device displays when the device is docked (dock not automatically adapt the display depending on the included), or while charging. -
Page 99: Touch Key Light Duration
Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent apps and Back remain lit after you touch them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. 2. Tap Touch key light duration to choose a timeout period. Increase Touch Sensitivity Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves. -
Page 100: Wallpaper Settings
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen. -
Page 101: Home Screen Settings
Home Screen Settings Use Home screen settings to set up a Home screen transition effect and to indicate how to view your My Magazine updates. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Home screen for options: •... -
Page 102: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen Choose a screen lock option: Locks have different levels of Swipe Only security and options. • Phone shortcut: Display a phone shortcut on your Lock screen. •... -
Page 103: Notification Panel Settings
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... -
Page 104: Toolbox
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. -
Page 105: Easy Mode
Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings >... -
Page 106: Accessibility
Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung times for privacy. TalkBack must be enabled in subtitles with multimedia files when available order to configure this option. Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles selection instead of double tapping. - Page 107 Dexterity and interaction Services • • Assistant menu: Improve the device Keeper FastFill: Securely and quickly auto-fill accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. your login credentials on your websites and mobile apps. • Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action.
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Page 108: Private Mode
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, Password, or Fingerprint) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1. -
Page 109: Finger Scanner
Screen. 3. Swipe your finger over the Home key to register your first fingerprint or to continue to the • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity next screen. using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. Add a Fingerprint •... -
Page 110: Motions And Gestures
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by picking up the phone and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. -
Page 111: Air View
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... -
Page 112: Accounts
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. -
Page 113: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. Backup and Restore 3. -
Page 114: Language And Input Settings
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 and input. Default Language 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options: Set your default language. -
Page 115: Voice Input
• Language: Select languages for Google voice 2. Tap Text-to-speech options for options: typing. • Choose either the Samsung or Google • “Ok Google” detection: Tap to launch a text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next Google search whenever you say “Ok Google”. - Page 116 Read 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 > Language and input. 2. Tap Read notifications aloud. 3.
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Page 117: Date And Time
Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >... -
Page 118: Safety Assistance
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. - Page 119 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: •...
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Page 120: Battery
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. -
Page 121: Power Saving
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. -
Page 122: Storage
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). - Page 123 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 >...
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Page 124: Security
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely. Device Administration Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Manage your device administrators and application Remote controls. -
Page 125: Sim Card Lock
• Send security reports: Send security reports • Trust agents: (Only available when a secure to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. screen lock is set.) Set screen lock type to use. • Pin windows: Pin a specific app on your device screen. -
Page 126: Help
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 • Settings Settings Help... -
Page 127: About Your Device
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. -
Page 128: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including new applications on your device. memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Use Application manager The following options are displayed (not all applications support these options): settings to manage your •... -
Page 129: Running Services
SD Card Disabled Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and configure disabled apps on your device. memory card (not included). Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > an app on the Apps list. Settings >... -
Page 130: Default Applications
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 that provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. 1. -
Page 131: Applications Settings Shortcuts
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 > Settings. 2. Swipe to the bottom of the page, and then tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...
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