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  • Page 1 User manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Special features Lock or unlock your device Add a Google account Getting started Add a Samsung account Front view Add an email account Back view Transfer data from your old device Assemble your device Set up your voicemail...
  • Page 3 Access apps Galaxy Wearable Add an apps shortcut Gallery Search for apps Messages Galaxy Essentials My Files Uninstall or disable apps Phone Sort apps Samsung Health Create and use folders Samsung Notes App settings Google apps Samsung apps Chrome Calculator...
  • Page 4 Drive Voicemail Message+ Gmail Create and send messages Google Read messages Maps Reply to messages Photos Delete messages Play Movies & TV Delete conversations Play Music Protect a message from deletion Play Store Additional apps YouTube Facebook Verizon apps Settings Caller Name ID Access Settings Cloud...
  • Page 5 Bluetooth Notification sounds Data usage Do not disturb Airplane mode System sounds Mobile hotspot Key-tap feedback Tethering Sound quality and effects Mobile networks Notifications Location Manage notifications Nearby device scanning Smart alert Connect to a printer Display Virtual Private Networks Screen off settings Sounds and vibration Screen brightness...
  • Page 6 Battery Security update Storage Install unknown apps Memory Secure Folder Language and input App permission monitor Date and time Secure startup Report diagnostic information Encrypt SD card Reset Set up SIM card lock Factory data reset View passwords Auto restart Security update service System updates Device administration...
  • Page 7 More accessibility settings Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of Accessibility services liability Other settings Modification of software Help Restricting children’s access to your mobile device Phone assistance app Dual messenger Samsung Electronics America, Inc. About phone Getting help Videos Smart Simulator...

  • Page 8: Special Features

    Special features Direct Share Multi window Share content with specific people directly. Multitask by using two applications at the Direct share on page 59. same time. See Multi window on page 26. Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting started Front view Back view Assemble your device Start using your device...

  • Page 10: Front View

    Front view Front camera Proximity sensor Volume keys Power key Recent apps Back Home key Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...

  • Page 11: Back View

    Back view Rear camera Speaker Flash Microphone Headset jack USB charger/Accessory port Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...

  • Page 12: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble your device Install a SIM card and memory  card Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are device. provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use your previous SIM card.

  • Page 13: Install The Battery

    Install the battery Replace the back cover The battery is installed in the back of the device. The back cover should be replaced before using the device.  1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the device, making sure the connectors align.  1.

  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging. Note: Use only charging devices and batteries that are approved by Samsung. Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may void your warranty and may cause damage.
  • Page 15 This usually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952. Getting started...

  • Page 16: Start Using Your Device

    Start using your device Use the Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on, the Setup The instructions below explain how to turn your Wizard guides you through the basics of setting up device on or off. your device. To turn the device on: Follow the prompts to choose a default language,  ...

  • Page 17: Lock Or Unlock Your Device

    Lock or unlock your device Add a Google account ™ Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your Your new device uses your Google account to fully ™ device. By default, the device locks automatically utilize its Android features. when the screen times out.

  • Page 18: Add A Samsung Account

    Add a Samsung account Transfer data from your old device Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device. ™ Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and other content from your old device.  1. From Settings, tap Accounts >...

  • Page 19: Set Up Your Voicemail

    Set up your voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.  2. Touch and hold Voicemail.  3. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name. For more information, see Voicemail on page 83.

  • Page 20: Navigation

    Navigation Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them. Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a   Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of capacitive stylus.

  • Page 21: Common Options

    Common options Pinch and spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or The device uses basic command options to perform spread by moving your fingers apart. common actions.   Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a More options: Tap to view more menu options  ...

  • Page 22: Home Screen

    Home screen Status bar App shortcuts Home screen indicator Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...

  • Page 23: Customize Your Home Screen

    Customize your  • To set a screen as the main Home screen, tap Main. This screen is displayed when you Home  screen press the Home key. Your device has multiple Home screens to hold app  • To change the order of screens, touch and shortcuts and widgets.
  • Page 24 App shortcuts To move a shortcut from one Home screen to You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any another: Home screen.  1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it.  1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut to  2.
  • Page 25 Wallpapers Themes Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or screens, wallpapers, and app icons. choose from preloaded wallpapers.  1.
  • Page 26 Icons Icon frames Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. You can show icons with shaded frames to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list  1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. screen.  2. Tap Wallpapers > Icons to customize.  1.
  • Page 27 Widgets Home screen settings Widgets are simple application extensions that run Customize your Home and Apps screens. on a Home screen.  1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. To add a widget to a Home screen:  2. Tap Home screen settings to customize:  1.
  • Page 28 Easy mode  • Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen. Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text  • Quick-open notification panel: Enable this and icons, making for a more straightforward visual feature to open the Notification panel from experience.

  • Page 29: Status Bar

    Status bar The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status icons Notification icons Battery full Missed call Battery low Call in progress Battery charging Call on hold Vibrate mode New email Mute mode New voicemail ™...
  • Page 30 Status bar display Configure display options for the Status bar. From Settings, tap Display > Status bar for the   following options:   Tap Show recent notifications only to display only the three most recent notification icons on the Status bar.  ...

  • Page 31: Notification Panel

    Notification panel   Settings Quick settings View all Notification cards Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...
  • Page 32 View the Notification panel Quick settings You can access the Notification panel from any The Notification panel also provides quick access to screen. device functions, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.  1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 33: Multi Window

    Multi window Multitask by using two apps at the same time. Apps ™ that support Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows.  1. From any screen, tap Recent apps.
  • Page 34 Window controls Split screen view action The Window controls modify the way app windows The Recent apps key can be configured to switch are displayed in split screen view. between full screen view and split screen view.   Tap the middle of the window border for the  1.

  • Page 35: Enter Text

    Settings: Access keyboard settings.   Stickers: Add illustrated stickers.     Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard. ™ Voice input: Use Google Voice typing.   Show predictive text to view suggested  ...
  • Page 36 Configure the Samsung keyboard   Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard. original settings and clear personalized data. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for   About Samsung keyboard: View version and  ...
  • Page 37 Configure Google Voice typing Set customized options for Google voice typing.  1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.  2. Tap Settings for options.  • Languages: Choose the language for the keyboard.  • Offline speech recognition: Download languages for offline Google voice typing.

  • Page 38: Emergency Mode

    Emergency mode Activate Emergency mode Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency To activate Emergency mode: features and conserve your device’s power during an  1. Press and hold the Power key. emergency situation.  2. Tap Emergency mode. To save battery power, Emergency mode:  •...
  • Page 39 Emergency mode features   Estimated usage time remaining: Display While in Emergency mode, only the following apps estimated standby time that can be reached and features are available on the Home screen: based on current battery charge and usage.   Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady  ...
  • Page 40 Turn off Emergency mode When emergency mode is turned off, the device returns to standard mode.  1. Press and hold the Power key.  2. Tap Emergency mode. Note: When Emergency mode is activated, Locating method is set to Battery saving. After Emergency mode is turned off, check your location settings.

  • Page 41: Apps

    Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Verizon apps Message+ Additional apps...

  • Page 42: Using Apps

    Using apps Add an apps shortcut In addition to swiping to access apps, you can add an The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded Apps button to the Home screen. apps. You can uninstall or disable apps from this list.  1.

  • Page 43: Galaxy Essentials

    Galaxy Essentials Sort apps View and download Samsung apps that are App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your optimized for use with Galaxy devices. own custom order. From Apps, tap More options > Galaxy From Apps, tap More options > Sort.

  • Page 44: Create And Use Folders

    Create and use folders Copy a folder to a Home screen Create a folder and copy it to a Home screen. Create a folder to organize App shortcuts on an Apps list screen.  1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to open the options menu.

  • Page 45: App Settings

    App settings  • Special access: Select which apps can have special access permissions to features on your Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps. device.  1. From Settings, tap Apps.  • Reset app preferences: Reset options that  2. Tap Menu to set which apps to view, and then have been changed.
  • Page 46  • Notifications: Configure notifications from the app.  • Permissions: View permissions granted to the app for access to your device’s information.  • Set as default: Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps. Note: Options vary by app. Apps...

  • Page 47: Samsung Apps

    Samsung apps Convert units of measurement Quickly convert units of measurement using the unit The following apps come pre-installed or downloaded converter. over-the-air to your device.  1. From Apps, tap Calculator > Unit converter. Calculator  2. Select a category and use the drop-down menus The Calculator provides basic and advanced to choose units of measurement.

  • Page 48: Calendar

    Calendar Calendar view Manage your events and tasks. There are several ways the calendar can be viewed.  1. From Apps, tap Calendar > View, and then tap Add calendars an option: Add existing calendars to the Calendar app.  • Year: Display all twelve months of this year.  1.
  • Page 49 Create an event Create a task Use your Calendar to create events. Use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a  1. From Apps, tap Calendar > Add to add an certain day.
  • Page 50 Calendar settings Use Calendar settings to customize your calendar.  1. From Apps, tap Calendar >  More options > Settings.  2. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Apps...

  • Page 51: Camera And Video

    Camera and video Shooting modes Settings Switch cameras Record video Gallery Take a picture Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
  • Page 52 Take pictures Record videos Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. Record high-quality videos using your device.  1. From Apps, tap Camera.  1. From Apps, tap Camera and aim the camera at your subject.  2. Use the display screen as a viewfinder.  2.
  • Page 53 Configure shooting mode   Auto: Allow the camera to determine the ideal Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for mode for the picture. your pictures or choose from several shooting modes.   Stickers: Add stickers to your pictures. From Apps, tap Camera, and swipe to the right  ...
  • Page 54 Camera settings   Video size: Select a resolution. Selecting a Use the icons on the main camera screen and the higher resolution for higher quality requires settings menu to configure your camera’s settings. more memory.   Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos. From Apps, tap Camera >...
  • Page 55   Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the   Shutter sound: Play a tone when taking a picture. picture.   Review pictures: Review pictures after   Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. taking them.   Quick launch: Press the Power key twice in quick succession to open the camera.

  • Page 56: Clock

    Clock  • Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the alarm, and drag the slider to set the volume of The Clock app offers features for keeping track of the alarm. time and setting alarms.  • Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses From Apps, tap Clock, and tap a tab to use a  ...
  • Page 57 Delete an alarm World clock You can delete an alarm that you created. The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.  1. From Apps, tap Clock, and find the alarm in  1.
  • Page 58 Time zone converter Stopwatch Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a what the local times would be in the other listed hundredth of a second. cities.
  • Page 59 Timer The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.  1. From Apps, tap Clock > Timer.  2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer.  3. Tap Start to begin the Timer.  •...

  • Page 60: Contacts

    Contacts  • Enter a name and other contact information. Store and manage your contacts. You can  – Tap Add field to enter additional synchronize with personal accounts added to your entries. device. For more information, see Add an account  – Tap Remove field to remove an entry.
  • Page 61 Edit a contact Share a contact When editing a contact, you can tap a field and Share a contact by using various sharing methods. change or delete information, or you can add more  1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap a fields to the contact’s list of information.
  • Page 62 Export contacts Link or unlink contacts Manually back up contacts to an installed memory Consolidate contact information from multiple card (not included). sources into one contact by linking entries into a single contact.  1. From Apps, tap Contacts >  More options >  1.
  • Page 63 Favorites Delete contacts When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily Delete a single contact or multiple contacts. accessible from other apps.  1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then touch and  1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap a hold a contact to select it.
  • Page 64 Groups Add or remove group contacts You can use groups to organize your contacts. Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts. From Apps, tap Contacts > Groups, and then   Create a group tap a group. Create your own contact groups.  ...
  • Page 65 Send an email to a group Delete a group Send an email to members of a group. Delete a group you have created.  1. From Apps, tap Contacts > Groups, and then  1. From Apps, tap Contacts > Groups, and then tap a group.
  • Page 66 Contacts settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app.  1. From Apps, tap Contacts >  More options > Settings.  2. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app.

  • Page 67: Email

    Email  • If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap the contact to place a checkmark, and then View and manage all of your email accounts in one tap Done. The contact is displayed in the app. To add an email account, see Add an email recipients field.
  • Page 68 Manage the inbox View multiple email accounts There are several tools available from the Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts, screen. or you can view email accounts individually. From Apps, tap Email.  1. From Apps, tap Email.
  • Page 69 Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app.  1. From Apps, tap Email.  2. Tap  Mailbox > Settings.  • Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts.  • Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account. Apps...

  • Page 70: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy Apps Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Apps. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Galaxy Apps.   Apps...

  • Page 71: Galaxy Wearable

    Galaxy Wearable Connect your device to your Samsung Watch using this application. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/galaxy-wearable- watch. From Apps, tap Galaxy Wearable.   Apps...

  • Page 72: Gallery

    More pictures and videos and share them with your contacts. options:   Shared: Sign in to your Samsung account to share  – Details: View and edit information about pictures and videos with your friends and family the picture. through Samsung Social.
  • Page 73 Edit pictures  – Print: Send the picture to a connected printer. Edit pictures stored on your device.  – Open in Photo Editor Pro: Edit the picture in  1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures. Photo Editor Pro.  2. Tap a picture to view it. Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other  •...
  • Page 74 Play video Edit video Play videos stored on your device. Edit videos stored on your device.  1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.  1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.  2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view  2.
  • Page 75 Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app. Delete pictures and videos stored on your device.  1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.  1. From Apps, tap Gallery.  2. Tap More options > Share, and then tap pictures  2.

  • Page 76: Messages

    Messages  3. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message. Learn how to send and receive text messages (SMS) Attach: Add images, audio, and more to  • and multimedia messages (MMS). your message.  1. From Apps, tap Messages > Compose.
  • Page 77 Send SOS messages View Messages Send a message with your location to designated From Apps, tap Messages, and then tap a   contacts when you are in an emergency situation. message to view it.  1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Send  ...
  • Page 78 Message search Emergency alerts Search through your messages by using the search Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and feature. other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message.  1. From Apps, tap Messages > Search.  1.

  • Page 79: My Files

    View and manage files stored on your device, following groups: including images, videos, music, and sound clips.   Recent files: View recently accessed files.  1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > My Files.   – This option displays if one or more files have  2.
  • Page 80 My Files options Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > My Files.   The following options are available: Search: Search for a file or folder.   More options:    – Get more space: View storage information for your device.

  • Page 81: Phone

    Phone More options Voicemail Video call Hide the keyboard Call Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
  • Page 82 Make a call Make a call from Recents Make a call from a Home screen. All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
  • Page 83 Direct calls Decline a call Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are details are currently on the screen by bringing the using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the device close to your ear.
  • Page 84 Decline with a message Actions while on a call You can choose to decline an incoming call with a You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or text message response. speaker, and even multitask while on a call.  ...
  • Page 85 Switch to headset or speaker Multitask Listen to the call using the speaker or through a If you exit the call screen to use another app, your ® Bluetooth headset (not included). active call is indicated in the Status bar. Speaker to hear the caller using the To return to the call screen:  ...
  • Page 86 Call log Save a contact from a recent call The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or Use recent call information to create a contact or missed are stored in the Call log. update your Contacts list.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
  • Page 87 Delete call records Block a number To delete Call log entries: By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. messages are not received.  2.
  • Page 88 Speed dial Make a call with Speed dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for You can make a call using Speed dial. speed dialing their default number.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
  • Page 89 Remove a Speed dial number Emergency calls You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. status. If your phone is not activated, you can only  •...
  • Page 90 Make an emergency call from a Voicemail locked  screen Use your phone’s voicemail feature. The emergency telephone number can be dialed even For information on setting up voicemail, see Set up if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your your voicemail on page 12.
  • Page 91 Optional calling services Video calls If available with your mobile service plan, the To make Video calls: following calling services are supported.  1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. Place a multi-party call  2. Enter a number and tap Video call. If your service plan supports this feature, you can Note: Not all devices support video calling.
  • Page 92 Wi-Fi Calling Phone settings Make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a These settings allow you to modify settings Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by associated with the Phone app. your wireless service provider. You need to activate  1.

  • Page 93: Samsung Health

    Health, and read and accept the terms and Note: The information gathered from this device, conditions. Samsung Health, or related software is not intended  2. Set up your health profile and goals. for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
  • Page 94 Before you start exercising   Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, Although the Samsung Health application is a great or when lying down or going to bed; companion to your exercise routine, it is always best  ...

  • Page 95: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Edit notes Make edits to notes you create. Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/  1. From Apps, tap Samsung Notes. owners/app/samsung-notes.  2. Tap a note to view it.  1. From Apps, tap Samsung Notes.
  • Page 96 Notes options You can edit, share, or manage notes.  1. From Apps, tap Samsung Notes.  2. Tap More options for the following options:  • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move.  • Sort: Change the way notes are organized.  • List/Grid view: Switch between List view and Grid view.

  • Page 97: Google Apps

    Google apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Make one-to-one video calls. Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more. Chrome Gmail ™ Browse the Internet with Chrome Send and receive email with Google’s web- bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and based email service.

  • Page 98: Maps

    Maps Play Movies & TV Get directions and other location-based Watch movies and TV shows purchased information. You must enable location from Google Play. You can also view videos ™ services to use Google Maps . For more saved on your device. information, see Location on page 111.

  • Page 99: Youtube

    YouTube ™ Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more. Apps...

  • Page 100: Verizon Apps

    Verizon apps Security and Privacy Pre-installed apps may vary according to your plan. Protect your device from digital threats, Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more or contact including viruses and malware, risky web your service provider for additional information. sites, and from people accessing the information on your device if it is ever lost Caller Name ID or misplaced.

  • Page 101: Message

    Message+  • Tap Attach to attach an item, such as a postcard, picture, video, audio recording, This section describes how to create and send a Glympse location, location, contact card, message using the Verizon Messages app. or song. Create and send  •...

  • Page 102: Read Messages

    Read messages Reply to messages When you receive a message, your phone notifies you Messages you exchange with another person are displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so by displaying the New message icon in the you can see all the messages in one place. Status bar.

  • Page 103: Delete Conversations

    Delete conversations Protect a message from deletion You can delete all messages that you've exchanged with another person. You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the  1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.

  • Page 104: Additional Apps

    Additional apps The following apps are preloaded or downloaded over-the-air to your device. Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well as text, chat, and play games. Apps...

  • Page 105: Settings

    Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Accounts Accessibility Other settings...

  • Page 106: Access Settings

    Access Settings Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain There are a couple of ways to access your device setting, you can use the Search feature. settings.  1. From Settings, tap Search.   From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Settings.

  • Page 107: Connections

    Connections Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network that is Manage connections between your device and a hidden. variety of networks and other devices.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and Wi-Fi then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 108 Wi-Fi preferences  • Wi-Fi control history: View devices that have Customize advanced Wi-Fi services. turned your Wi-Fi on or off.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and  • Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi access points that support Hotspot 2.0. then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
  • Page 109 Wi-Fi  Direct Share files with Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi capability to share data Share files with another device using Wi-Fi Direct. between devices. A Wi-Fi network connection is not  1. From an app, tap Share. required. – or –  1. From Settings, tap Connections >...

  • Page 110: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct Disconnect your device from a Wi-Fi Direct device. Bluetooth allows you to pair your device to another Bluetooth-enabled device. Once a pairing is created,  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi > the devices continue to recognize their partnership Wi-Fi Direct.
  • Page 111 Rename a paired device Receive files with Bluetooth Rename a paired device to make it easier to When another device attempts to send a file to your recognize. device using Bluetooth, you will see a request to accept the file.  1.

  • Page 112: Data Usage

    Data usage Unpair from a Bluetooth device When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two View your current mobile and Wi-Fi data usage. devices no longer recognize each other. To connect From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.   again, you have to pair the devices.
  • Page 113 Monitor mobile data Monitor Wi-Fi data Enable mobile data to access the Internet through View your Wi-Fi data usage and set restrictions for your mobile network. Wi-Fi networks. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.  ...

  • Page 114: Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode Mobile hotspot Airplane mode disconnects your device from all Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use networks and turns off connectivity features. your device’s Internet connection.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Airplane  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile mode.
  • Page 115 Change the mobile hotspot password Allowed devices list Change your Mobile Hotspot password. Control which devices can connect to your Mobile hotspot.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. hotspot and tethering >...
  • Page 116 Configure mobile hotspot settings Timeout settings Manage your security and connecting settings. Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no connected devices.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. hotspot and tethering >...

  • Page 117: Tethering

    Tethering Mobile networks You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet Control your device’s access to networks and mobile connection with a computer. data service.  1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile   hotspot and tethering.

  • Page 118: Location

    Location  4. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: Some apps may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.  • Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even  1.

  • Page 119: Nearby Device Scanning

    Nearby device scanning Recent location requests Apps that have requested your location are listed Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them under Recent location requests. up easily. You receive a notification when there are available devices to connect to.  1.

  • Page 120: Connect To A Printer

    Connect to a printer Virtual Private Networks Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks network. (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN. For more information, see Set a  1.
  • Page 121 Manage a VPN Connect to a  VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting connection. to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy.  1. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection  1.

  • Page 122: Sounds And Vibration

    Sounds and vibration Easy mute Mute sounds and videos by covering the screen or Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate turning over the device. notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Easy   Sound mode mute, and tap On/Off to enable.

  • Page 123: Volume

    Volume Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers and other audio. (not included). From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >    1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >...

  • Page 124: Ringtone

    Ringtone Do not disturb Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. Set your device to mute all or some notifications and sounds during specific time periods.  1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >  ...

  • Page 125: System Sounds

      Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you   Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the unlock the screen. Samsung keyboard is tapped.   Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone to alert, vibrate, or silent.   Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.

  • Page 126: Sound Quality And Effects

    Sound quality and effects Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >   Sound quality and effects. The following options are available:   Equalizer: Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music.  ...

  • Page 127: Notifications

    Notifications Smart alert Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. you about missed calls and messages. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. From Settings, tap Advanced features >  ...

  • Page 128: Display

    Display Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout surroundings or personal preference. You may also delay, and other settings. want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery Screen off settings power.  1. From Settings, tap Display.

  • Page 129: Font And Screen Zoom

    Font and screen zoom One-handed mode You can set the screen zoom level and the font size Change the screen layout to accommodate operating and style. your device with one hand.  1. From Settings, tap Display > Font and screen  1.

  • Page 130: Device Maintenance

    Device maintenance Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your From Settings, tap Device maintenance >   device’s system resources. Battery for options: Quick optimization  ...

  • Page 131: Storage

    Storage Mount a memory card When you install an optional memory card, it is View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, automatically mounted (connected to the device) and or format an optional memory card (not included). prepared for use. However, should you unmount the From Settings, tap Device maintenance >...
  • Page 132 Remove a memory card Format a memory card To prevent damage to information stored on the When formatting an SD card, you should back up your memory card, unmount the card before removing it music and photo files that are stored on the card from the device.

  • Page 133: Memory

    Memory Language and input Check the amount of available memory. You can Configure your device’s language and input settings. close background apps and reduce the amount of Change the device language memory you are using to speed up your device. You can add languages to your list and organize  1.
  • Page 134 Default keyboard Google Voice typing You can select a default keyboard for your device’s Speak rather than type your text entries using menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be Google voice typing. downloaded from the Google Play store.  1. From Settings, tap General management >  1.
  • Page 135 Physical keyboards  • Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing Customize options when you have a physical you to use voice input while not connected to keyboard connected to your device (sold separately). the network.  1. From Settings, tap General management >...
  • Page 136 Language and input > Text-to-speech for options:  2. Tap Autofill service and select your preferred service.   Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Settings for options.   Use system language: Set the default speech language.  ...

  • Page 137: Date And Time

    Date and time Pointer speed Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or By default, your device receives date and time trackpad (not included). information from the wireless network. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time  1.

  • Page 138: Report Diagnostic Information

    Report diagnostic Reset information Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. This feature sends diagnostic information about your device when you are having technical problems. Reset settings  1. From Settings, tap General management > You can reset your device to its factory default Report diagnostic information.

  • Page 139: Factory Data Reset

    Factory data reset Reset network settings You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing settings with Reset network settings. all data from your device.  1. From Settings, tap General management > This action permanently erases ALL data from the Reset >...
  • Page 140 Reset > Factory data reset. Caution: Before shipping your device back to  2. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung- reset. authorized service center, remove your Google Account before performing a factory data reset. For  3.

  • Page 141: Auto Restart

    Auto restart Enable factory reset protection Adding a Google Account to your device Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at automatically activates the FRP security feature. set times. Any unsaved data will be lost when the device restarts. Disable factory reset protection  1.

  • Page 142: System Updates

    System updates Check for and install available software updates for your device. From Settings, tap System updates for the   following options:   Check for system updates: Manually check for available software updates.   Show system update history: View previous software updates.

  • Page 143: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock screen and  2. Tap On/Off to enable showing notifications on the lock screen. The following options are security available: Secure your device and protect your data with Lock  • Hide content: Enable to hide the content of screen and security settings. notifications.

  • Page 144: Clock And Information

      Secure lock settings: Customize your secure   Notifications: Select which notifications to lock settings. A secure screen lock is required display on the Lock screen. for this feature.   App shortcuts: Select which apps to open from the Lock screen. Clock and information  ...

  • Page 145: Find My Device

    Find My Device Security update Protect your device from loss or theft. You need to Check the date of the last security software update. sign in to your Google Account to use this feature. From Settings, tap Security > Security update  ...

  • Page 146: Secure Folder

    Lock your private content and apps to enhance Get notified when permissions you select are being security. You must sign in to your Samsung account used by apps running in the background. in order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a  1.

  • Page 147: Encrypt Sd Card

    Encrypt SD card View passwords Protect your optional memory card (not included) by Display password characters briefly as you type encrypting its data. them.  1. From Settings, tap Security > Encrypt SD card. From Settings, tap Security > Other security  ...

  • Page 148: Security Update Service

     – Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.   Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Settings...

  • Page 149: Credential Storage

    Credential storage Advanced security settings Manage your security certificates. You can disable or remove certificates. Use these options to configure advanced security settings. From Settings, tap Security > Other security   settings for the following options: From Settings, tap Security > Other security  ...
  • Page 150   Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your device.   Do not disturb permission: View which apps have permission to change the Do not disturb settings. Settings...

  • Page 151: Accounts

    Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Set up and manage accounts, including your Google you can configure common settings for all accounts Account, Samsung account, email, and social of the same type. networking accounts. Account settings and available features vary Add an account between account types and service providers.

  • Page 152: Backup And Restore

    Backup and restore Remove an account You can remove accounts from your device. Configure your device to backup data to your personal accounts.  1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts > [Account type]. Google account  2. Tap the account and then tap Remove account. Enable backup of your information to your Google account.

  • Page 153: Google Settings

    Google settings External storage transfer Back up your data to an SD card or USB storage Configure your device’s Google settings. Available device, or restore backup data using Smart Switch. options depend on your Google account. For more information, see Transfer data from your old From Settings, tap Google, and select an  ...

  • Page 154: Accessibility

    For more information about Accessibility for   High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung products, please contact us at Samsung keyboard and change its colors to accessibility@sea.samsung.com. increase the contrast between the keys and Vision the background.

  • Page 155: Hearing

      Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids.   Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available.   Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Settings...

  • Page 156: Dexterity And Interaction

    Dexterity and interaction   Left and right sound balance: Use the slider to set the left and right balance when using a You can turn on Accessibility features to assist with stereo device. dexterity and interaction aspects of the device.  ...

  • Page 157: More Accessibility Settings

    More accessibility settings   Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts for answering and ending calls. Customize additional accessibility features for your device.   Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms, calendar events, and timer alerts, and answer From Settings, tap Accessibility and tap an  ...

  • Page 158: Other Settings

    Other settings Phone assistance app Phone assistance app helps you by gathering Configure features on your device that make it easier information from the screen currently shown. to use.  1. Tap Settings > Apps > More options > Default Help apps > Phone assistance app. View the user manual on your device.

  • Page 159: Dual Messenger

    Dual messenger About phone Use two separate accounts for the same app. View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software  1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > versions, and more. Dual messenger.  1. From Settings, tap About phone, and then  2.

  • Page 160: Getting Help

    Getting help Videos samsung.com/us/support/videos Smart Simulator samsungsimulator.com Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips Samsung Care samsung.com/us/support Getting help...

  • Page 161: Legal Information

    English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide (726-7864) and providing the applicable information.   Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP For complete terms and conditions that bind you and Samsung, refer to the “Arbitration Agreement” Tablet: section of the Terms & Conditions, included with the   English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide Product.

  • Page 162: Intellectual Property

    End User License Agreement:   English: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by EULA4 or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile   Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- device, including but not limited to, accessories, EULA4/#SPANISH parts, or software relating thereto (the “mobile...

  • Page 163: Open Source Software

    Some software components of this product, including that accompanies the Product, the purchaser takes but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’, the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express incorporate source code covered under GNU General or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with...

  • Page 164: Modification Of Software

    Product. authorization; you will be notified on the screen that In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any the device will no longer operate and you will then damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or be instructed to power down the device.

  • Page 165: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device

    Internet: samsung.com children. ©2018 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, Samsung Health, and Smart Switch are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other marks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 166 Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files. Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy...

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