Samsung GALAXY TAB A User Manual

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T A B L E T

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    T A B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG. security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Scrapbook ................51 ..............1 Video Player Front View ..............52 ................2 Back View ................3 Settings .................. 53 Assemble Your Device ..........4 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Settings ......54 Set Up Your Device ............5 Bluetooth ................56 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ......
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
  • Page 6: Front View

    Front View Proximity and gesture sensors Front camera Power/Lock key Volume key Recent apps Back Home key • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Proximity and gesture sensors: Detects the close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. presence of objects near the device.
  • Page 7: Back View

    Back View S Pen Rear camera Microphone MicroSD card slot Speaker Speaker USB charger/ Headset jack Accessory port • • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset S Pen: A stylus that assists you in performing (not included). various functions. • • Microphone: Records audio and detects voice Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
  • Page 8: Assemble Your Device

    Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are In this condition, your device conserves its designed to maximize battery life. Using other remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
  • Page 9: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off...
  • Page 10: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings.
  • Page 11: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
  • Page 12: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification icons Status Bar Status icons Widget Apps folder Home screen indicator Apps screen App shortcuts • • App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite Notification icons: Display new emails, applications. notifications, available software updates, and so • Apps folder: For your convenience, there are •...
  • Page 13: Change The Wallpaper

    Change the Wallpaper The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or Customize your Home screen choose from preloaded wallpapers. by adding application shortcuts, 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
  • Page 14: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home screen and release it.
  • Page 15: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device New email has arrived. information (such as network New Gmail has arrived. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Download of a file or app is in progress. alerts on the left.
  • Page 16: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.
  • Page 17: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Change or add users Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Search for content on your device Tap notification to launch app or view detail Clear all notifications Notification icons on the Status Quick Settings Bar display calendar events, In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel device status, and more.
  • Page 18: Quick Connect

    S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel. 2. Tap S Finder. 3. Tap the Search bar and type what you are searching for. You can narrow the search by tapping Category, Time, Location, Tag, or Handwriting and using preset search options.
  • Page 19: Multi Window

    Multi Window App 1 Window controls App 2 You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi-task by using multiple Multi window view: applications at the same time. 1. Tap 2. Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in the title bar. Tap Activate Multi Window the Multi window icon in the title bar to launch the application in Multi window view.
  • Page 20: Window Controls

    Window Controls Select an application window and tap Control button in the middle of the window to display the window controls. Control Buttons Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window applications. Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another.
  • Page 21: S Pen

    S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that assists Air Command you in performing different Air command allows you to quickly activate functions. Switch between touch frequently-used applications or perform actions. and pen input by using the S Pen button. Remove S Pen The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient access.
  • Page 22: Action Memo

    • Action Memo Tap a thumbnail to view the capture and see the options available. You can save the captured An Action memo is a Quick Note that is linked to content to the Scrapbook, share the capture, or actions. To open a Quick Note: delete it.
  • Page 23: Air View

    Air View Screen Write Screen write allows you to capture a screen shot Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content and then write notes on the screen shot. To use or view information about an item on the screen. Screen Write: For example: 1. Launch the Air command menu and select...
  • Page 24 Configure S Pen Settings To configure S Pen settings, including options for sounds and for tracking S Pen when it is not stored in your device: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Know Your Device S Pen...
  • Page 25: Enter Text

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input. Special Keys 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Tap to insert numbers and symbols. Tap to insert letters. Touch and hold the Options key to: Use Google Voice Typing.
  • Page 26 Use Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, speak your text input. To enable Google Voice Typing: 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Typing. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
  • Page 27: 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 28: Apps Screen

    Google Play store. Visit to the location you want: play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. • 4. Tap DONE when finished. Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY To arrange apps alphabetically: devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more.
  • Page 29 Use Folders to Organize Apps To create a folder: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > EDIT. 2. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app icon until a highlighted box appears. 3. Release the app icon to create the folder. •...
  • Page 30: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that Note: Certain applications require a Google account. appear when you need them. google.com Visit to learn more.
  • Page 31: Play Music

    Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current With Google Play Music, you can play location, get directions, and other music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more.
  • Page 32: Other Applications

    OneDrive is a place to easily store and times out, instead of a blank screen, share photos, videos, documents, and enable the Galaxy Tab A Screen Saver, more, which you can then access from an action-packed video tour of all the your personal computer, tablet, or phone.
  • Page 33 Word The Microsoft Word app provides a core experience for viewing, creating and editing docs on tablets with a screen size of 10.1 inches or smaller. You can unlock the full Word experience with an Office 365 subscription. Applications Other Applications...
  • Page 34: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. 5.
  • Page 35: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Create a Task Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as Create an Event a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete.
  • Page 36 Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap MORE > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Calendar...
  • Page 37: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video View pictures Effects and videos in the Gallery Record video Timer Take a picture Switch between the front and back cameras Camera settings Change shooting mode 3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can Take Pictures touch onscreen icons to access various camera options and settings.
  • Page 38: Shooting Mode

    Shooting Mode Camera Settings Several visual effects are available. Some modes are 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > not available when taking self-portraits. Camera. 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 39: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing. keeping track of time and setting • Increasing volume: When on, the alarm will alarms. start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly 1.
  • Page 40: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...
  • Page 41: Delete Contacts

    Share a Name Card Create a Shortcut to a Contact When you share a name card, the contact’s You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can screen to access their information directly from a share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it Home screen.
  • Page 42 Groups Add Contacts to a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your Contacts. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your 2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
  • Page 43 Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap MORE > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Contacts...
  • Page 44: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Manage Your Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. Apps >...
  • Page 45: Galaxy Apps

    1. 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 46: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos and videos. Apps > Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in 3.
  • Page 47: Deleting Images And Videos

    Share Images and Videos Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap MORE > Share. 4. Tap images to select them, and then tap SHARE. 5. Tap a sharing service and follow the prompts to send the image or images.
  • Page 48: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully Browser Tabs featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 49 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. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows.
  • Page 50: Music Player

    Music Player Add songs to the Queue More options Playback position Volume Mark as favorite Elapsed playing time Length of song Repeat mode for the Shuffle songs song or playlist Rewind song or go Scan forward or to previous song go to next song Pause/Play Listen to your favorite songs Listen to Music...
  • Page 51: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your To view files in My Files: device, including images, videos, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. songs, and sound clips. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
  • Page 52 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.
  • Page 53: S Note

    Note Tools create, edit, and manage notes. When creating or editing a note in S Note, some helpful modes and tools are provided. Sign in to your Samsung Note: The available tools are different for Action account or Evernote account Memos.
  • Page 54 Action Memos To link a memo to an action: 1. Write on the memo. An Action Memo is a special type of note that turns your written text into actions on your device. 2. Press Link to action and select an action to perform.
  • Page 55: Scrapbook

    Scrapbook The Scrapbook app provides To edit a Category: a place for you to manage the 1. Tap Show categories in the top left corner. Categories and tags are listed in the menu, multimedia content you capture along with the number of content files contained. with S Pen tools.
  • Page 56: Video Player

    Video Player List videos Video file More options name Playback Adjust volume position Elapsed Length of video playing time Move Move controls left controls right Change Pop-up player screen ratio Rewind Scan forward or video or go go to next video to previous Pause / Play video Use Pop-up Player...
  • Page 57: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s How to Use Settings connections and settings, To access Settings: add accounts, and customize ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > the home screen, apps, and Settings. features. – or – From a Home screen, drag down from the •...
  • Page 58: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct Settings

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Settings Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Manually Connect to a types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
  • Page 59 Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 60: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Pair Bluetooth Devices communications technology that The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to allows you to connect wirelessly establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. to a number of Bluetooth Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time devices, such as headsets process.
  • Page 61 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. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on.
  • Page 62: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 63: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Data usage for the following information: • Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu, and then choose a time period for data usage.
  • Page 64: More Connection Settings

    2. Tap More connection settings > VPN. Printing 3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete. Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). Ethernet Connection 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 65: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Adjust the Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume notifications, screen touches, for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 66 Set Notification Sounds for Samsung Other Advanced Options Applications Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Choose notification alerts for calendar events and email. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality and effects. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 67 Set Schedule This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on and off automatically at scheduled times. Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
  • Page 68: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjust display options and Set the Screen Timeout Delay features, including the wallpaper, Choose how long the display screen remains lit after Multi window, screen brightness, you tap the screen or press any key. and font options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 69 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 70: S Pen

    S Pen Configure options and settings for the S Pen. To configure settings for the S Pen: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap S Pen to configure the following settings: • Air command: Turn Air command on or off. •...
  • Page 71: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures 3. Tap an option and tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...
  • Page 72: Applications

    Applications Manage your Application Downloaded Apps Settings by customizing their Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. location, setting defaults, and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > using convenient shortcuts. Settings > Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the Application Manager downloaded applications on your device.
  • Page 73: Running Services

    SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your SD View and control services running on your device. Card. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Applications > Settings > Applications > Application manager.
  • Page 74 All Apps Disabled Apps View and configure disabled apps on your device. View and configure disabled apps on your device. Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled an app on the Apps list. an app on the Apps list.
  • Page 75: 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 users.
  • Page 76: Users

    Users Share this tablet with multiple Use User Profiles people by creating User To change to a different user profile, slide down the accounts. Notification Panel and tap the current User icon. For more information, see Notification Panel. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and Owner...
  • Page 77: Wallpaper Settings

    Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper, and then tap HOME SCREEN, LOCK SCREEN, or HOME AND LOCK SCREENS.
  • Page 78: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options • your screen. Different Screen Show information: Choose to show the weather and owner information on the Locks have different levels of lock screen. security and options. • Swipe/Secure lock settings: Set the secure lock functions.
  • Page 79: Unknown Sources

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 80: Credential Storage

    Device Administration Advanced Security Settings Manage your device administrators and application Use these options to configure advanced security installation privileges. settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security 2. Tap Lock screen and security >...
  • Page 81: Privacy

    Privacy Manage your Privacy settings, Location Services such as location services, Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google private mode, and diagnostic apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to information.
  • Page 82 Set Up Private Mode Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Privacy. 2. Tap Private mode. 3. If prompted, configure a secure lock screen. The following options are available in Private mode: • Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Private mode on or off.
  • Page 83: Accessibility

    Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung log your user interface interactions with the subtitles with multimedia files when available device. Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • Galaxy TalkBack help: Tap for help on using • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles Galaxy TalkBack.
  • Page 84 Dexterity and Interaction • Universal switch: Control your device with your customized switches. • 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.
  • Page 85: Accounts

    Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
  • Page 86: Backup And Reset

    Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Back up my data: Enable back up of your Settings. device log, and more through your Samsung account. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. Restore: Use your Samsung account to 3.
  • Page 87: Language And Input Settings

    • Key-tap feedback: Configure feedback Samsung Keyboard Settings features for typing. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Sound: Play a sound when you tap a key. Character preview: Show a big character 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 88: Google Voice Typing Settings

    2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech 3. Tap Google voice typing for options: options for options: • Choose input languages: Select languages • Settings next to the Samsung for Google voice typing. text-to speech engine for options. • Block offensive words: Hide words many •...
  • Page 89: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on, and customize options. • Ultra power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
  • Page 90: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
  • Page 91 Mount a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) backup your music and photo files that are stored on and prepared for use.
  • Page 92: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using a cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: • Automatic unlock: Unlock the screen when the cover is opened (and secure lock is turned off). Settings Accessories...
  • Page 93: 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 94: About Your Device

    About Your Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: • Software update: Check for and install available software updates.

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