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  • Page 1: User Manual

    S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 Google Play, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Music, Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform Google Hangouts, Picasa, Play Newsstand, YouTube and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Music Player ..............56 ..............1 My Files Front View ................57 ................2 S Health Back View ................59 ................3 S Note Assemble Your Device .................60 ..........4 S Voice Set Up Your Device ................62 ............7 Scrapbook Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................63...
  • Page 5 Language and Input Settings ......101 Date and Time ............104 Safety Assistance ............. 105 Accessories ..............106 Power Saving ............... 107 Storage ................108 Security ................110 Help ................... 112 About Device ............... 113 Application Manager ..........114 Default Applications ..........

  • Page 6: Getting Started

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

  • Page 7: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Proximity and gesture Headset jack sensors Status light Front camera Volume keys Power/Lock key Back Recent apps Home key/Finger scanner • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

  • Page 8: Back View

    Back View Microphone Infrared transmitter Camera Heart rate, SpO Flash and UV sensors Speaker S Pen Microphone Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Camera: Take pictures and record videos. Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light •...

  • Page 9: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Install the SIM Card assemble your device. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and others features.

  • Page 10: Replace The Back Cover

    Install an Optional Memory Card Replace the Back Cover You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC memory card (not included) to expand available memory space. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device. For more information on installing a memory card, Install a Memory Card.

  • Page 11: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard of operation remain, the battery icon blinks Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head and the device sounds a warning tone at regular and USB cable) is included with the device for intervals.

  • Page 12: Set Up Your Device

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

  • Page 13: 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, use Google Account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification icons Status icons Status Bar Widget App shortcuts Apps folder Home screen indicator Apps screen Primary app shortcuts • • App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite Primary app shortcuts: App shortcuts that applications. appear on all Home screens. •...

  • Page 16: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.

  • Page 17: Change The Wallpaper

    Folders Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Add Folders 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold on an app shortcut. 2. Drag the shortcut onto Create folder and release. • Enter a folder name. • Add application to place additional apps in the folder.

  • Page 18: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device No SIM card is installed, or the installed SIM card is not working. information (such as network Download of a file or app is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification File is being uploaded or sent.

  • Page 19: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Drag To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then drag it to a new location. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Touch and hold, and then drag to add a shortcut to a Home screen.

  • Page 20: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Tap notification to launch app or Clear all view detail notifications Notification icons on the Quick Settings Status Bar display calendar In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel events, device status, and also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.

  • Page 21: Quick Connect

    S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel. 2. Tap S Finder. 3. Tap the Search bar and type what you are searching for.

  • Page 22: 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. frequently used applications or perform actions. S Pen Button Remove S Pen ► To launch the Air command menu, remove the The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient S Pen from the S Pen slot, hold the S Pen near access.

  • Page 23: Action Memo

    Action Memo When you tap the Collect icon, the captured content is stored on top of the Home screen as a An Action memo is a special type of note that turns thumbnail. The following options are available: your written text into actions on your device. •...

  • Page 24: 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 25 Configure S Pen Settings For information on configuring S Pen settings, including options for sounds and for tracking S Pen when it is not stored in your device, see S Pen Settings. Replace the S Pen Tip You can replace the tip of the S Pen. To replace the tip: 1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip.

  • Page 26: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multi Window Tray Window Controls Tray Controls Multi-task by using multiple 3. Tap the following options if you wish to activate them: applications at the same time. • Open in split screen view: Automatically view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video player, or attachments Activate Multi Window from email.

  • Page 27: Using Multi Window

    Using Multi Window Window Controls After enabling Multi window, you can use it to run Tap an application window and tap the Control multiple apps at the same time. button in the middle of the windows. Note: Multi window does not support all apps. Switch windows: Switch the positions of two Multi window applications.

  • Page 28: Multi Window Settings

    Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray 1. Tap and hold Back to display the tray. 2. Tap and hold an app, drag it to a new position in the tray and then drop it. Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray You can choose the apps you want to display in the Multi window tray.

  • Page 29: Entering Text

    Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. Instead of typing, speak your text input. To enable Google Voice Typing: Special Keys 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Typing. You may need to touch and hold the Tap to switch to symbols.
  • Page 30 Use Swype Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words. Enable Swype To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text: 1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward to display the Notification Panel.

  • Page 31: Calling

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

  • Page 32: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call.

  • Page 33: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can Your phone provides a number of functions that you answer an incoming call while you have a call in can use during a call. progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.

  • Page 34: Make An Emergency Call

    Delete a Call from the Call Log To remove a Speed dial number assignment: ► To remove a Speed dial number assignment, tap Phone > Logs tab. 1. From a Home screen, tap Delete. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.

  • Page 35: 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 36: Apps Screen

    • Custom: Touch and hold, and then drag apps • to arrange them in any order. Galaxy Apps: Download apps specifically designed for your Samsung Galaxy device. Visit • Alphabetical order: Icons are arranged in apps.samsung.com to learn more. alphabetical order.
  • Page 37 Apps Screen Options Use Folders to Organize Apps Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. More options > Create folder. 2. Tap 2. Tap More options for these options: 3. Enter a folder name. •...

  • Page 38: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Google. Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. Note: Certain applications require a Google google.com account. Visit to learn more. Google Now Google Now works in the background to Chrome collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that...

  • Page 39: 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 40: Us Cellular Applications

    US Cellular Applications Enjoy these applications from Your Navigator Deluxe US Cellular. Enjoy all the features of an advanced car navigation system. Obtain turn-by-turn Note: Certain applications require a data plan or driving directions (including voice uscellular.com paid subscription. Visit to learn guided turn-by-turn directions) with GPS more, or contact your service provider for additional accuracy.

  • Page 41: Other Applications

    Other Applications Amazon Gameloft Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Preview and download great mobile games for your device. Visit Amazon.com to learn more. Visit gameloft.com to learn more. Dropbox Hancom Office 2014 Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud Opens and manages Hancom Office storage.

  • Page 42: Slacker Radio

    Smart Remote Smart Remote lets you control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as ON/OFF function, channel navigation, and volume control from the same Samsung device you already know.

  • Page 43: 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. Equals.

  • Page 44: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. Create an Event or Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.

  • Page 45: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Current Current shooting mode capture Storage location flash mode Switch between the front and back cameras Record video Shortcuts Take a picture menu Change shooting Camera mode settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Taking Pictures Shooting Mode Several photo effects are available. Some modes are Take pictures with your device’s front or back not available when taking self-portraits.

  • Page 46: Camera Settings

    Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the • Download: Download additional shooting preview screen to take photos. modes from the Samsung Apps store. • Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution Camera Settings videos take up more memory.
  • Page 47 • Review pictures: Set to show photos or videos after taking them. • Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. • Help (icon): View information on using the camera. Front camera only • Beauty face: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images. •...

  • Page 48: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval keeping track of time and setting before the alarm time, and slowly increase in alarms.

  • Page 49: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can choose Device to store the contact on the device, or choose an account. For more information on connecting with and •...

  • Page 50: Link Contacts

    Favorites Share a Name Card When you share a name card, the contact’s When you mark contacts as favorites, they are information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it together on the Favorites tab in Contacts.

  • Page 51: Contact Settings

    Groups Send an Email to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap create your own.

  • Page 52: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Managing 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. To access Email: Apps >...

  • Page 53: Email Settings

    Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Under GENERAL SETTINGS, tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. 4. To configure settings for each account, tap Manage accounts, and then tap the account to configure.

  • Page 54: 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 55: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trim Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Using the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point, and then tap DONE to...

  • Page 56: Delete Images

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Samsung, Dropbox, Facebook, or Google account. Applications Gallery...

  • Page 57: Internet

    Internet Access to the Internet with a Bookmarks fully featured web browser. To bookmark the current web page: 1. Tap Bookmarks > Add bookmark. 2. Type a name for the bookmark and tap SAVE. Access the Internet To open a bookmarked web page: ►...

  • Page 58: Internet Settings

    Incognito Tabs Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Incognito tabs display Incognito on their tab. Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device after you close the incognito tab.

  • Page 59: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default Messaging app on your message using the Messages app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >...

  • Page 60: Messages Settings

    View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status Bar. messages, voicemail, and push messages. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: Messages >...

  • Page 61: Music Player

    Music Player Sound (opens Volume) Stream the song to Menu another device Volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song or playlist Shuffle songs Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Rewind song or go to previous song Scan forward or go to next song...

  • Page 62: My Files

    My Files • Access files stored on your Cloud Storage: Contains shortcuts to FTP servers or other cloud storage locations that you device, including images, videos, have added. This option only appears if you have songs, and sound clips. added shortcuts to the My Files main screen. •...
  • Page 63 • Category Options Zip: Create a zip folder containing the selected files. This option only appears in After tapping on a category, the following options Local Storage categories. A selected zip are available: folder has the additional options of Extract and Extract to current folder.

  • Page 64: S Health

    S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; manage your health goals and • Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals.

  • Page 65: S Note

    When creating or editing a note in S Note, some notes on your device. helpful modes and tools are provided. Note: The available tools are different for Action Sign in to your Samsung Memos. account or Evernote account to access your notes in S Note from any device.
  • Page 66 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 For example, if someone tells you the name of a perform.

  • Page 67: S Voice

    S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 68: 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 the S Pen tools.

  • Page 69: Video Player

    Video Player Change player Volume Video file More options name Volume Playback position Change Pop up player aspect ratio Rewind video or go Scan forward or to previous video go to next video Pause/Play Play and manage videos stored Use Pop-Up Play on your device. Multi task with Pop-up Play by transforming your video player into a pop-up window.

  • Page 70: Voice Recorder

    Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Create a Voice Recording Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap List. Voice Recorder. To share or delete one or more voice recordings: •...

  • Page 71: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.

  • Page 72: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings • Change How Settings Are Listed Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on or off Settings can be listed in a tab view (default) or a • For some options, you must tap a field, such as list view.

  • Page 73: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain 3. Tap the network you want to connect to. • types of Wireless Local Area When you select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network. Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
  • Page 74 • Wi-Fi Settings WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many equipment. of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection 1.

  • Page 75: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Making Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible.

  • Page 76: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Review Files Received via Bluetooth The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device When you receive files from another device via and another Bluetooth device. Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings.

  • Page 77: Tethering And Wi-Fi Hotspot

    Tethering and Wi-Fi Hotspot Use Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to Connect a Device to share your device’s Internet Your Mobile Hotspot connection with other devices Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to using your device as a Portable your device’s Portable Wi-Fi hotspot. Wi-Fi hotspot.
  • Page 78 • Change the HotSpot Password Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. By 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings default, the password is your device’s phone > Tethering and Wi-Fi hotspot. number.

  • Page 79: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other applications. 1.

  • Page 80: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.

  • Page 81: Location Services

    Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Reporting maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.

  • Page 82: Nfc And Sharing

    NFC and Sharing NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from the Music Player, and more.

  • Page 83: Nearby Devices

    Receive files from other devices: Warn if a 3. Tap Connect to vehicle via USB. device attempts to upload data to your device. Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 84: More Networks

    More Networks The More Networks settings Mobile Networks allow you to configure a variety Control your device’s access to networks and of communication settings for mobile data service. your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks for Download Booster options: •...
  • Page 85 Connect to a VPN Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap > More networks > VPN. 2. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect. Edit or Delete a VPN 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 86: Sounds And Notifications

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

  • Page 87: Vibrate When Ringing

    2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Other sounds. – or – 3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate Tap ADD to use a use an audio file as a ringtone. whether to enable the sound or vibration.
  • Page 88 Set the Screen Lock Sound To define how notifications should be displayed on your phone’s lock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > While locked and select an option: Show all content, Hide sensitive content, or Do not show notifications.

  • Page 89: Display And Wallpaper

    Display and Wallpaper Adjust the Screen Brightness 4. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap SET AS WALLPAPER. Adjust the screen brightness to suit your • Tap From Gallery to select an image from the surroundings or personal preference. You may also Gallery, Google Photos, or other location (if want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery available).

  • Page 90: Smart Stay

    One-handed input: Adjust the size and type of image being displayed, and other criteria position of the dialing keypad, in-call buttons, such as battery level. Samsung keyboard, Calculator, and unlock 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > pattern (if configured).

  • Page 91: The Screen

    Daydream (Screen Saver) Set the Touch Key Light Duration The Daydream setting controls what the screen Set the length of time the Recent apps key and displays when the device is docked (dock not Back key remain lit after you touch them. included), or while charging.

  • Page 92: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Show or Hide Sensitive your screen. Different screen Notification Content locks have different levels of After choosing a secured screen lock, you can security and options. select whether to show or hide sensitive notification content on the lock screen.
  • Page 93 All Screen Locks • Show information: Display Weather information or the step count when Pedometer in S Health is turned on. Show clock and date: Display the time and date on your Lock screen. Dual clock: Display a dual clock on your Lock screen when roaming.

  • Page 94: Multi Window

    Multi Window Turn on the Multi window feature. For more information, see Multi Window. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3. The following options are available: • Open in split screen view: Automatically view content in a multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.

  • Page 95: Notification Panel Settings

    Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the Notification Panel. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Notification panel. – or – From the Notification panel, tap View all > Edit. 2. To customize which quick setting buttons appear at the top of the Notification Panel, touch and drag buttons from the Available buttons screen to the Active buttons screen.

  • Page 96: S Pen Settings

    S Pen Settings • Configure options and settings Attach/detach sound: Select a sound for the device to make when the S Pen is detached for the S Pen. from the device. • Attach/detach vibration: Activate vibration To configure settings for the S Pen: feedback when the S Pen is attached and detached.

  • Page 97: 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 ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...

  • Page 98: 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 99: Cloud

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Cloud. 3. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options. • If you have not signed in to your Samsung Account, tap Add Samsung account.

  • Page 100: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Backup and Restore Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2.

  • Page 101: Easy Mode

    Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout features larger text and icons, making for a straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Easy mode. 2.

  • Page 102: Accessibility

    Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. selection instead of double tapping. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles •...
  • Page 103 • Auto haptic: The device will vibrate in time to the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. Dexterity and Interaction • Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. • Air wake up: Use movement to turn the screen back on.

  • Page 104: Private Mode

    Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.

  • Page 105: Finger Scanner

    2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager. password. • If no fingerprints are registered, the manager • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity automatically opens the Register fingerprint using your fingerprint when logging in to your screen. To add another fingerprint, tap Samsung account.

  • Page 106: Language And Input Settings

    Language and Input Settings Configure your device’s Samsung Keyboard Settings language and input settings. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Set Your Default Language 2. Tap Language and input. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 107: Swype Keyboard Settings

    Swype Keyboard Settings Handwriting Recognition Language Configure options for using the Swype keyboard. Handwriting can be recognized in S Note and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Action Memo. Use this option to select a language Settings. that will be used by the device to recognize your 2.
  • Page 108 Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: • Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.

  • Page 109: Date And Time

    Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 110: Safety Assistance

    Safety Assistance Receive real-time information Send Help Messages about emergencies and severe Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when weather conditions. you are in an emergency situation. To enable this feature: You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1.

  • Page 111: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: • Dock sound: Play a sound when inserting and removing the device from a dock.

  • Page 112: Power Saving

    Power Saving Conserve battery power by Note: Other applications may be running that affect battery use. automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.

  • Page 113: 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 114 Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without removing it from the device, you will need to mount it before it can be accessed. Apps >...

  • Page 115: Security

    Tap Encrypt external SD card to encrypt data Send security reports: Send security reports on a memory card (not included). to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Note: Make sure your battery is charged more than 80 percent. Encryption takes an hour or more.

  • Page 116: 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 Security for options: •...

  • Page 117: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about new features, getting started, applications, settings, and so on. Settings 112 Help...

  • Page 118: About Device

    Google legal information. • Report diagnostic info: Give consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to help improve the quality and performance of its products and services. • Device name: View and change your device’s name.

  • Page 119: Application Manager

    Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded applications from Google Play Displays apps you have downloaded onto your or create applications using the device. Android SDK and install them 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. on your device.

  • Page 120: Running Services

    SD Card Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. 2. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your device. 3. To switch the order of the SD CARD list, tap More options >...

  • Page 121: 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. 1.

  • Page 122: Application Settings

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

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