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Please read this manual before operating your device
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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

    All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.

  • Page 3: Open Source Software

    CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE...
  • Page 4 EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS. Modification of Software SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
  • Page 5 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.
  • Page 6 Online Legal Information The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at: English www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Spanish www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP The online version of the End User Licensing Agreement for your device can be found online at: www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA2.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started ..............1 Front View ................2 Back View ................4 Assemble Your Device ............6 Set Up Your Device ............. 9 Set Up Accounts ............... 11 Know Your Device ............13 Home Screen ..............14 Status Bar ................22 Navigation and Motions ...........
  • Page 8 Galaxy Apps ............... 86 Gallery ................. 88 Internet ................92 Memo .................. 96 Messages ................99 Music .................105 My Files ................107 Video .................112 Voice Recorder ..............114 Settings ..................116 How to Use Settings ............118 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct .............120 Bluetooth ................125 Airplane Mode ..............129 Data Usage ..............130 Mobile Networks ..............131...
  • Page 9 Battery ................188 Storage ................190 Date and Time Settings ..........194 About Your Phone ............196 Software Updates ............197 viii Table of Contents...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 11: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Front camera Proximity sensor Volume key Power/Lock microSD card slot Nano SIM card slot Recent apps Back Home key Getting Started Front View...
  • Page 12 • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. • Earpiece: Listen to a call. • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself. • Home key: Tap to return to the Home screen. •...

  • Page 13: Back View

    Back View Back camera Flash Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Headset jack Getting Started Back View...
  • Page 14 • Back camera: Take pictures and record videos. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a photo or recording video. • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included). • Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. • Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. •...

  • Page 15: Assemble Your Device

    Adaptive Fast 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. Getting Started...
  • Page 16 1. Insert the USB cable into the port. 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet. 3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device. Getting Started Assemble Your Device...

  • Page 17: When To Charge The Battery

    When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 18: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Turn the Device On ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Turn the Device Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and the Device options menu displays.

  • Page 19: Secure Your Device

    Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. ► To lock the device, press the Power/Lock key. Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.

  • Page 20: Set Up Accounts

    Set Up Accounts Google Account Your new device uses your Google Account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account, or create a new Google Account.

  • Page 21: Samsung Account

    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”...

  • Page 22: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard. Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non­...

  • Page 23: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification icons Status icons Status Bar Widget App folder Home screen indicator Apps list shortcuts Know Your Device Home Screen...
  • Page 24 • App folder: For your convenience, there are several applications that are grouped into folders on the main Home screen. • App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite applications. • Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications. • Home screen indicator: Indicates which Home screen is presently displayed.
  • Page 25 The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. Manage Home Screens Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens in a different order. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

  • Page 26: App Shortcuts

    • Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap Main Home screen at the top of a screen. This screen displays when you press the Home key. • Change the order of screens: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag to a new position. App Shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.

  • Page 27: Change The Wallpaper

    Change the Wallpaper 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, 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 screens.
  • Page 28 Widgets Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a Home screen. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others. Add a Widget to a Home Screen 1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and then tap Widgets.

  • Page 29: Create A Folder

    Folders Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Create a Folder You can create app folder on a Home screen. 1. On a Home screen, touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears. 2. Release the app icon to create the folder.
  • Page 30 Add a Folder to a Home Screen Folders created on an Apps screen can be added to a Home screen From an Apps screen, touch and hold an app folder. Drag the folder onto a Home screen and release it. Remove a Folder from a Home Screen Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.

  • Page 31: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Know Your Device Status Bar...
  • Page 32 Status Icons Battery is fully charged. Battery is low. The yellow area turns red as the charge level becomes critical. Battery is charging. Vibrate mode is enabled. Mute mode is enabled. The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
  • Page 33 Notification Icons Missed call. Call in progress. Call is on hold. Call is using speakerphone. New email has arrived. New Gmail has arrived. New voicemail message has been received. New text or multimedia message has arrived. Download of a file or app is in progress. File is being uploaded or sent.
  • Page 34 Notification Icons App updates are available from the Google Play Store. App updates are complete. Keyboard is in use. Know Your Device Status Bar...

  • Page 35: Navigation And Motions

    Navigation and Motions Touchscreen Navigation Lightly tap items to select or launch them. • Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters or text. • Tap an item to select it. • Tap an app icon to launch the application. Touch and Hold Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold gesture.

  • Page 36: Swipe Or Slide

    Swipe or Slide To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. • Swipe the screen to unlock the device. • Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options. Drag To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location.

  • Page 37: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Edit the Quick settings Settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Tap notification to launch app or view detail Clear all notifications Know Your Device Notification Panel...
  • Page 38 Notification icons on the Status Bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification Panel. View the Notification Panel 1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel. 2. Scroll down the list to see notification details. •...

  • Page 39: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To view additional Quick settings: ► On the Notification Panel, swipe left or right across the visible icons.

  • Page 40: Entering Text

    Entering Text Using the Samsung Keyboard Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. Predictive Text Options key Predictive Text Predictive text suggest words matching your text entries, and, optionally, completes common words automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, email, and social networking sites —...
  • Page 41 Touch and hold the Options key to: Google voice. Copy content from the clipboard. Insert emoticons. Access keyboard settings. Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung Keyboard, see “Samsung Keyboard Settings” on page 184. Know Your Device Entering Text...

  • Page 42: Using Google Voice Typing

    Using Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input. 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. Speak your text. Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google Voice Typing, see “Google Voice Typing Settings”...

  • Page 43: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.

  • Page 44: Making And Answering Calls

    Making and Answering Calls Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Make a Call 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Enter a number and tap Dial. Note: If the keypad does not appear, tap the Keypad icon.

  • Page 45: End A Call

    Dial a Recent Number All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed. From a Home screen, tap Phone. Tap RECENT. A list of recent calls is displayed. Tap a contact, and then tap Dial.

  • Page 46: Options During A Call

    Multitasking While on a Call If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by on the Status Bar. This lets you continue with your current call and do something else, such as access the contacts list, view a recent email, locate a picture, and so on.
  • Page 47 Listen with the Speaker or Bluetooth Headset Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth headset (not included). ► Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker. – or – Bluetooth to use a Bluetooth headset (not included). Place a New Call While on a Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress.

  • Page 48: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. To answer a new call while you have a call in progress: ► Slide Answer in any direction to answer the new call.
  • Page 49 Save a Recent Call to Your Contacts List 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > RECENT. 2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your contacts list. 3. Tap CREATE CONTACT. – or – If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap UPDATE EXISTING.

  • Page 50: Make A Call Using Speed Dial

    Add a Call to the Reject List By adding a caller to your Reject list, future calls from this number will be sent directly to your voicemail. Phone > RECENT. From a Home screen, tap Tap the caller you want to add to the Reject list. Tap MORE >...

  • Page 51: Create A Speed Dial

    Create a Speed Dial 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. 2. Tap CONTACTS > MORE > Speed dial. The Speed dial screen displays showing the numbers 1 through 100. Number 1 is reserved for voicemail. 3. Tap an unused number, which is indicated by Add contact. A list of contacts displays.

  • Page 52: Make An Emergency Call

    Make an Emergency Call The Emergency calling mode makes dialing 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;...

  • Page 53: Call Settings

    Make an Emergency Call with a SIM Card From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Enter the emergency number (for example: 911), then tap Dial. Call Settings To access the Call settings menu: ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > MORE > Settings. –...

  • Page 54: Applications

    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 appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 55: Apps List

    Apps List The Apps list shows all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home screens. For more information, see “Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen” on page Access Applications From a Home screen, tap Apps.
  • Page 56 Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play Store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more. Uninstall or Disable Apps You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install.

  • Page 57: Organize Your Apps

    To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Applications > Application manager. 2. Swipe to the DISABLED screen, and tap the app you want to enable. 3. Tap ENABLE. The app will appear again in the Apps list. Organize Your Apps The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.
  • Page 58 To list apps alphabetically: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap A-Z. 3. Tap OK to confirm. Apps are arranged alphabetically. Use Folders to Organize Apps 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap EDIT. 3. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears.
  • Page 59 Remove a Folder from an Apps Screen 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap EDIT. 3. Tap the folder. 4. Tap Remove folder, and then tap REMOVE. If there are any app shortcuts in the folder, they will not be deleted, but instead be moved to an Apps screen.

  • Page 60: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google. Note: Certain applications require a Google account. google.com Visit to learn more. Chrome Use Google Chrome to browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. Drive Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs and files.

  • Page 61: Google Now

    Google Now Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that appear when you need them. ► Press and hold the Home key. Note: When Google Now is enabled, you can also access it by touching Google Settings Quickly and easily change Google app settings to...

  • Page 62: Play Books

    Maps Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, and other location-based information. Note: You must enable location services to use Maps. Please see “Location” on page 170. Photos This application automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google+ account. Play Books With Google Play Books, you can find millions of free e-books and hundreds of thousands more to buy in...

  • Page 63: Play Music

    Play Music With Google Play Music, you can play music and audio files on your device. Play Newsstand Subscribe to your favorite magazines to read on your device at your leisure. Play Store Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play Store.

  • Page 64: Other Applications

    Other Applications My Account Downloader This application provides access to your current account information. My Extras Specially recommended apps from TracFone. Applications Other Applications...

  • Page 65: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation Apps > Calculator. From a Home screen, tap Enter the first number using the numeric keys. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. Enter the next number. To view the result, tap the Equals key.

  • Page 66: Additional Functions

    Additional Functions To clear the results: ► Tap Clear. To clear the calculator history: ► Tap HISTORY > CLEAR HISTORY. Tip: Tap KEYPAD to return to the calculator keys. To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: ► Touch and hold an entry in the display field. Scientific Calculator Turn the device landscape to use advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan.

  • Page 67: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Create an Event From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Add to add an event: Enter details for the event, and then tap SAVE. Delete an Event From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
  • Page 68 Share an Event Apps > Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap an event to view it. 3. Tap SHARE and tap a sharing format. 4. In the Share as window, tap either Event file (VCS) or Text. 5. In the Share via window, tap a sharing method and follow the prompts.

  • Page 69: Create A Task

    Create a Task Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 70: Delete A Task

    Delete a Task Apps > Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the day, or select Tasks from the drop down menu. 3. Tap the checkbox by the task to mark it as complete and remove it from the calendar.

  • Page 71: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Record video View pictures and videos in the Gallery Quick Take a settings picture Camera settings Shooting mode Switch between the front and back cameras Applications Camera and Video...

  • Page 72: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the display 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.

  • Page 73: Shooting Mode

    Shooting Mode Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. Tap MODE, and then scroll through the options: Rear camera only • Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the picture.
  • Page 74 Front camera only • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect. • Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures. • Interval shot: Select the best pictures from a series of continuous shots taken at set intervals.

  • Page 75: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Apps > Camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of the camera view finder. Available options vary depending on the camera or recording mode used. Default settings include: • Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash (back camera only). • Beauty: Take a picture with lightened faces for gentler images (front camera only).
  • Page 76 Both cameras • Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory. • Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory. • Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects.
  • Page 77 Front camera only • Gesture control: Detect palm and automatically take a picture two seconds later. • Save as horizontally flipped: Save the self-portrait or self-recording as a reversed (or ‘mirrored’) image. Applications Camera and Video...

  • Page 78: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Clock. Tap a tab to use a feature: • Alarm: This feature allows you to set an alarm to ring at a specific time.

  • Page 79: Create An Alarm

    Create an Alarm Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified. Apps >  Clock. From a Home screen, tap Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Date: Choose the day for this alarm. • Time: Set a time for the alarm.

  • Page 80: Delete An Alarm

    Increasing volume: 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. Available when you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound. Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. 3. Tap SAVE to save the alarm.

  • Page 81: Contacts

    Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts, including Google, Email, Facebook, and your Samsung account. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see “Accounts” on page 179.

  • Page 82: Find A Contact

    Contacts Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts app, which is a shortcut to the Contacts tab. To access your Contacts list: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. Find a Contact You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find one by name. Apps >...

  • Page 83: Add A Contact

    Add a Contact From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. Add, and then tap contact fields to enter information. • Choose a storage account for the contact. You can store the contact on the device, or sync it with an account. • Tap Photo to assign a picture to the new contact.

  • Page 84: Edit A Contact

    Edit a Contact When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add additional fields to the contact’s list of information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap EDIT. 3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.

  • Page 85: Link Contacts

    Link Contacts When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single contact. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 86: Delete Contacts

    Delete Contacts You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple contacts to delete. Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Touch and hold a contact to select it. You can also tap additional contacts. 3. Tap DELETE. Create a Shortcut to a Contact You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home screen to access their information directly from a Home screen.

  • Page 87: Remove Contacts From Favorites

    Favorites When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display together on the Favorites tab in Contacts. Mark Contacts as Favorites From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. Favorite (the star Tap a contact to display it, and then tap turns gold Remove Contacts from Favorites From a Home screen, tap...

  • Page 88: Create A Group

    Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group.

  • Page 89: Rename A Group

    Rename a Group From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group. Tap MORE > Edit group and enter a new name. Tap SAVE. Add Contacts to a Group From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 90 Send a Message or an Email to a Group You can send a text message or an email to members of a group. Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group. 3. Tap MORE >...

  • Page 91: Delete A Group

    Delete a Group Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap GROUPS. 3. Tap DELETE. 4. Tap the group category to open. 5. Tap the groups to select them or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.

  • Page 92: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one application. To access Email: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. Configure Email Accounts You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 93: Manage Your Email Accounts

    Manage Your Email Accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap the drop down menu at the top left of the screen to view the current account mailbox.

  • Page 94: Email Settings

    Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. Tap MORE > Settings. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Email...

  • Page 95: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy Apps 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. From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge.
  • Page 96 Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...

  • Page 97: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. View Images and Videos Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, a Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates a Screenshots folder. Apps >...

  • Page 98: Play Videos

    3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap an image or video. 4. When viewing an image or video, you can scroll left or right to view the next or previous image or video.

  • Page 99: Edit Images

    Edit Images 1. While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see the image options. 2. Tap Edit to view and use the editing tools. Delete Images 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap MORE >...
  • Page 100 Share Images You can share images by using the following procedure: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap MORE > Share. 4. Tap one or more images to select them, and then tap SHARE. 5. Tap a sharing method or service, and then follow the prompts to share the images.

  • Page 101: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully featured web browser. Access the Internet ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet. Command Keys The following command keys are available: • Back or Back key to return to the previous page. •...
  • Page 102 Viewing Web Site To view a web site: ► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard. To zoom in or out: ► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in.

  • Page 103: Saved Pages

    Bookmarks To bookmark the current web page: Bookmarks > ADD. Type a title for the bookmark and tap SAVE. To open a bookmarked web page: ► Tap Bookmarks, then tap a folder, and an entry. History To view a list of recently visited web pages: ►...

  • Page 104: Secret Mode

    Share Pages To share a web page address with others: ► Tap MORE > Share and follow the prompts. Secret Mode Pages viewed in secret mode do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.

  • Page 105: Memo

    Memo Use the Memo app to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Memo Apps > Memo. Create memo, type a memo. • To change the category, tap the Category icon. Image icon. • To insert an image into the memo, tap the •...
  • Page 106 View a Memo Apps > Memo. Tap a memo thumbnail to open it. • To edit the memo, tap the content of the memo. • To delete memos, tap MORE > Edit, select memos, and tap DELETE. • To send a memo to others, tap MORE > Share, select a memo, and then select a method to share the memo.

  • Page 107: Memo Options

    Memo Options ► While browsing memo thumbnails, tap MORE for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to delete or move. • Share: Share memos. • Manage categories: Create and manage categories to organize your memos. Applications Memo...

  • Page 108: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive different messages using the default messaging app on your phone. Types of Messages Your default Messaging app provides the following message types: • Text Messages (SMS) • Multimedia Messages (MMS) The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses.

  • Page 109: Create And Send Messages

    Create and Send Messages This section describes how to create a send a message using the Messaging app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages > Compose. 2. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or Add Recipient to select a recipient from your Contacts.
  • Page 110 3. Tap the Enter message field and use the onscreen keypad to enter a message. • Tap Add emoticons to choose an available emoticon from an onscreen list and then add it into your message (at the cursor location) if desired. SEND.

  • Page 111: Delete Messages

    Delete Messages To delete messages, follow these steps: From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. Tap MORE > Edit. Tap each message you want to delete or tap the checkbox All. Tap DELETE. Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature.

  • Page 112: Message Settings

    Message Settings Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and so on. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages > MORE > Settings. Emergency Alerts This device is designed to receive wireless emergency alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS) which may also be known as the Personal Localized Alerting Network (PLAN).
  • Page 113 To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, follow the instructions below: 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages. 2. Tap MORE > Settings > Emergency alerts > Emergency alerts. 3. All alerts are enabled by default (check mark showing). Tap an alert option to disable it. You cannot disable Presidential alerts.

  • Page 114: Music

    Music Add tracks More options Playback position Volume Mark as favorite Length of song Elapsed time Shuffle songs Repeat mode Rewind or go to Scan forward or previous song go to next song Pause/Play Applications Music...

  • Page 115: Listen To Music

    Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Listen to Music Apps > Music. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to view your music files.

  • Page 116: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. To view files in My Files: From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. Tap a file or folder to open it. Applications My Files...

  • Page 117: View Files

    View Files Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: • Category: Files are grouped into the following categories: - Images: View image files. - Videos: View video files. - Audio: View audio files. - Documents: View document files. - Download history: View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the device.
  • Page 118 My Files Options On the main My Files screen, the following options are available: • SEARCH: Search for a file or folder. • MORE: Tap for the following options: - Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal hidden files. • STORAGE USAGE: Tap to view memory information for your device.
  • Page 119 Category Options After tapping on a category, the following options are available: • HOME: Return to the main My Files screen. • SEARCH: Search for a file in the selected category. • MORE: Tap for the following options: - Edit: Select files or folders. - Share: Select files to share.
  • Page 120 Options for Selected Files and Folders ► Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: • DELETE: Delete files or folders. • MORE: Select one of the following options: Move: Move files or folders to another folder. Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder Rename: Rename a file or folder.

  • Page 121: Video

    Video More Video file name options Pop-up player Switch screen layout Volume Rewind video or go Scan forward or go to next to previous video video Pause/Play Applications Video...
  • Page 122 Play and manage videos stored on your device. To access video: Apps > Video. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip.

  • Page 123: Voice Recorder

    Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. • Tap Record to record an audio file. Stop to stop recording. The file is automatically • Tap saved. • Tap Pause to pause the recording of an audio file. • Tap Bookmark to bookmark a position in the recording for later reference.

  • Page 124: Manage Recordings

    Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: From a Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. Recordings. Tap a recording to play it back. Tap MORE for additional options: • Edit: Tap to select recordings. Once selected, the following options are available: - DELETE: Delete the recording.

  • Page 125: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
  • Page 126 • Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on or off • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options. • Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping a checkbox.

  • Page 127: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. – or – From a Home screen, drag down from the Status Bar to Settings. display the Notification Panel, and then tap Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature.
  • Page 128 Customize the Quick Settings Menu Quick settings are the settings that you are most likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a default list of settings. To find the Quick settings menu: ►...

  • Page 129: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point (WAP). Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct connection between two or more devices using Wi-Fi. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
  • Page 130 Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device will automatically scan for available networks and display them. 3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
  • Page 131 Wi-Fi Settings The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. Tap MORE for options: •...
  • Page 132 Wi-Fi Status Indicators These Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status: Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP). A Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it. It may also display if there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP).
  • Page 133 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.

  • Page 134: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On and Off Apps >...
  • Page 135 Scan for Bluetooth Devices When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on Bluetooth. 3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.

  • Page 136: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process. Once a pairing is created, the devices will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re­...

  • Page 137: Bluetooth Status Indicators

    Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you’d need to pair the devices. Verify your Bluetooth is active. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap next to the previously paired device, and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.

  • Page 138: 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 online applications. Apps > Settings.

  • Page 139: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 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 140: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Mobile networks for options: • Data roaming: Allow your device to connect to data services when roaming. • Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. •...

  • Page 141: Nfc And Payment

    NFC and Payment NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your device with another compatible device. This is used for features like Android Beam. To activate NFC: Apps > Settings > NFC and From a Home screen, tap payment.

  • Page 142: Android Beam

    Android Beam When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam browser pages, YouTube videos, contacts, and more. Apps > Settings > NFC and 1. From a Home screen, tap payment.
  • Page 143 Tap and Pay Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making purchases on your phone. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > NFC and payment. Tap NFC. Tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on. Back to return to the NFC and payment screen.

  • Page 144: More Connection Settings

    More Connection Settings The More connection settings allow you to configure a variety of communication settings for your device. Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). Apps > Settings > More From a Home screen, tap connection settings >...

  • Page 145: Adding A Vpn

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN. For more information, see “Lock Screen and Security” on page 161. Adding a VPN Apps >...

  • Page 146: Default Messaging App

    Default Messaging App If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More connection settings > Default messaging app to select a default. Settings More Connection Settings...

  • Page 147: Sound And Notification

    Sound and Notification Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other activities. Change the Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Sound and notification >...

  • Page 148: Adjust The Volume

    Adjust the Volume Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Sound and notification >...
  • Page 149 Select a Default Ringtone Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Ringtones and sounds > Ringtone 3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it. –...
  • Page 150 Set Notification Sounds for Samsung Applications Choose notification alerts for new messages, calendar events, and email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Ringtones and sounds, and tap to configure each option: •...

  • Page 151: System Sounds

    • Emergency tone: When an emergency alert is received, either play a sound or vibrate. This option can also be set to Silent • Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Settings Sound and Notification...

  • Page 152: Adapt Sound

    Vibrations Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, notifications, and haptic feedback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Vibrations. • Tap Vibration pattern to choose a pattern. • Tap Vibrate while ringing to enable vibrations when the phone is ringing.

  • Page 153: Do Not Disturb

    Other Advanced Options From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Sound and notification > Sound quality and effects. Tap ON/OFF to enable each option: • SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich surround sound. • Tube Amp: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier. Do Not Disturb This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts.
  • Page 154 Allow Exceptions This option lets you customize what notifications are allowed while your phone is in Do not disturb mode. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Sound and notification > Do not disturb. 3. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap ON/OFF to enable the exceptions you want to allow.
  • Page 155 Notifications on Lock Screen Choose what notifications can display while the device is locked. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Notifications on lock screen, and choose an option. App Notifications 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 156: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjust the Screen Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. Apps > Settings > Display. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Brightness and drag the slider to adjust the brightness level.
  • Page 157 Change the Font Style and Size You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. 2. Tap Font to choose a font and change the font size. •...

  • Page 158: Smart Stay

    Set the Screen Timeout Delay Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you tap the screen or press any key. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. Tap Screen timeout, and then choose a time period. Smart Stay Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen will not time out as long as you are facing the screen.

  • Page 159: Screen Mode

    Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically adapt the display depending on the type of image being displayed, and other criteria such as battery level. Apps > Settings >...
  • Page 160 Daydream (Screen Saver) The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 161: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Motions and gestures. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: • Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages.

  • Page 162: Applications

    Applications Manage settings for applications on your phone. Application Manager You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
  • Page 163 Downloaded Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. Apps > Settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your device. • To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED list, tap MORE > Sort by size or Sort by name.
  • Page 164 CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from memory. CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s temporary memory storage. CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s customization. Permissions: View information about the application’s access to your device and data. Settings Applications...
  • Page 165 SD Card Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory card (not included). Apps > Settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your SD card. •...

  • Page 166: Running Services

    Running Services View and control services running on your device. Apps > Settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services. All the applications that are currently running on the device display.

  • Page 167: 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 which provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. Apps >...

  • Page 168: Application Settings

    Application Settings Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. To quickly access the settings: Apps > Settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Applications. 2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...

  • Page 169: 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. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. Tap a image to preview it, and then tap SET AS WALLPAPER.

  • Page 170: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Choose a method for unlocking your screen. Screen locks have different levels of security and options. Settings Lock Screen and Security...
  • Page 171 Set a Screen Lock Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Lock screen and security. 3. Tap Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level of security: • Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This option provides no security.
  • Page 172 Screen Lock Options Note: Options vary based on the screen lock type. • Show information: Show the dual clock, or information such as the weather information, on the lock screen. • Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen.

  • Page 173: Unknown Sources

    Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security. 2. Tap Reactivation lock to enable this feature. To turn this feature off, you will have to enter your Samsung account password. Unknown Sources Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 174: Other Security Settings

    Other Security Settings You can configure other security settings, including encryption and certificates. Encrypt Your Data Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Lock screen and security >...
  • Page 175 Factory Data Reset Password Setup or change your factory data reset password. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up/change password, and enter a new password. View Passwords Display password characters briefly as you type them.

  • Page 176: Security Update Service

    Security update service options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Phone Administration Manage your phone administrators and application installation privileges.

  • Page 177: Credential Storage

    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 Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage options: •...
  • Page 178 Advanced Security Settings Use these options to configure advanced security settings. Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Advanced options: • Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected.

  • Page 179: Privacy

    Privacy Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device, or to aid you in an emergency. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Location Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.
  • Page 180 Locating Method 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Privacy > Location. 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services. 3. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined: • High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks. •...
  • Page 181 Location Reporting Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 182: 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 > Settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Easy mode 2. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature.

  • Page 183: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Accessibility for options: Vision •...
  • Page 184 • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping. • Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud as you enter your passwords. • Voice Label: Write voice recordings to NFC tags to provide information about nearby objects. •...
  • Page 185 Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options.
  • Page 186 Dexterity and Interaction • Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. • Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for this tap gesture. • Interaction control: Block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate screen and hard key functions.
  • Page 187 More Settings • Direct access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times in quick succession. • Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to remind you of any unread notifications. • Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts for answering and ending calls.

  • Page 188: Accounts

    Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content. Add an Account 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 189: Synchronize Accounts

    Synchronize Accounts Apps > Settings > From a Home screen, tap Accounts > [Account type]. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that account. Tap individual data items to sync. Tap MORE > Sync now to synchronize the account. Account Settings Each account has its own set of settings.

  • Page 190: Backup And Reset

    Samsung account. Back up my data: Enable back up of your phone log, messages, and more through your Samsung account. Restore: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data. • Google account: Configure backup and restore options using a Google Account.

  • Page 191: Factory Data Reset

    Back up my data: Enable back up of application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers. When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you reinstall an application. Factory Data Reset Return your device to its factory defaults.

  • Page 192: Language And Input Settings

    Language and Input Settings Configure your device’s language and input settings. Set Your Default Language Apps > Settings. From a Home screen, tap Tap Language and input > Language. Select a language from the list. Select Your Default Keyboard or Input Method Apps >...

  • Page 193: Samsung Keyboard Settings

    Samsung Keyboard Settings Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Language and input. Tap Samsung keyboard for options: • Select input languages: Choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the space bar sideways.

  • Page 194: Google Voice Typing Settings

    Google Voice Typing Settings Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice Typing. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Language and input. Tap Google voice typing for options: • Choose input languages: Select languages for Google voice typing.

  • Page 195: Voice Input

    Voice Input Use Google voice recognition to perform Google searches using spoken commands. To perform a voice search, tap in the Google search bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch a Google search (if the hotword detection option is enabled). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 196 Text-To-Speech Options Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as TalkBack. For more information, see “Accessibility” on page 174. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options for options: •...

  • Page 197: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Battery for options: • Tap Power saving mode to configure this feature, which helps save battery power by reducing the power usage by many phone features and apps.
  • Page 198 • Tap Ultra power saving mode to configure this feature, which applies a simplified grayscale theme to your Home screen and limits the number of usable apps. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. To turn off Ultra power saving mode, from the Home screen, tap MORE >...

  • Page 199: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and usage, or mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage. •...

  • Page 200: Install A Memory Card

    To increase available memory: 1. Tap Cached data > DELETE to clear all cached data for all apps. 2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files (or tap SELECT ALL), and then tap DELETE. Memory Card (SD Card) Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space.

  • Page 201: Unmount A Memory Card

    1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the microSD card tray, and push until the tray pops out. 2. Place the micro SD card on the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot. Caution: If the memory card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect the card.

  • Page 202: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. Apps > Settings > Storage. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Unmount SD card. Caution: Exercise care when using the metallic removal tool to eject the memory card slot.

  • Page 203: Date And Time Settings

    Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 204 • Set time: Tap to manually set the time. This option is locked if Automatic date and time is enabled. • Select time zone: Tap to manually set the time zone. This option is locked if Automatic time zone is enabled. •...

  • Page 205: About Your Phone

    About Your Phone View information about your phone, including status, legal information, and hardware and software versions. Apps > Settings. From a Home screen, tap Tap About phone, and then tap items for more details: • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device.

  • Page 206: Software Updates

    Software Updates Check for software updates for your phone. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Software update. • Tap Check for update to check for available software updates to download and install. • Tap Check software version to see your current software version.

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