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  • Page 1: User Manual

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

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 Samsung KNOX is Samsung’s security platform ™ and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional Notice from AT&T licensing fee may be required. For more information about KNOX, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox...

  • Page 4: Legal Information

    Samsung Mobile Device? the device at: Settings > System > About device For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer > Legal information > Samsung legal or you may a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response access the online version of the Health/Safety and System) at: samsung.com/us/support...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    S Pen ..............15 S Note .............. 73 Air Command ..........17 S Voice ............. 75 Notification Panel ........... 20 Samsung Pay ..........76 Multi Window ........... 22 Scrapbook ............78 Video Player ............ 79 Enter Text ............24 Voice Recorder ..........81 Emergency Mode ...........
  • Page 6 Advanced Features ........103 Applications Settings ........104 Wallpaper ............106 Themes ............107 Home Screen Settings ........ 108 Lock Screen and Security ......109 Privacy and Safety ........113 Easy Mode ............ 115 Accessibility ..........116 Accounts ............118 Backup and Reset ........119 Language and Input ........121 Battery ............123 Storage ............124...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

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

  • Page 8: Front View

    Front View Proximity sensors Earpiece Front camera Status light Volume keys Power key Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Earpiece: Listen to a call. Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Multi window ™ • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record •...

  • Page 9: Back View

    Back View Microphone SIM card tray Flash Rear camera Heart rate sensor S Pen Headset jack Microphone USB charger/ Accessory port Speaker • • SIM card tray: Install the SIM card. For more USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the information, see Install the Nano SIM Card.

  • Page 10: Assemble Your Device

    (PIN), available optional services, and other before using your device for the first time. features. Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Warning: Please be careful when handling the Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards This charger provides faster charging only when out of reach of small children.

  • Page 11: When To Charge The Battery

    Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold separately. When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals.

  • Page 12: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Initial Set Up The instructions below explain how to turn your The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome device on or off. screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device.

  • Page 13: Secure Your Device

    Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. To lock the device: ► Press the Power key. Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see Set a Screen Lock.

  • Page 14: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    – or – reset is performed, only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the To create a new Samsung account or set up your device. Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, You will not be able to access the device after see Accounts.

  • Page 15: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using device, including the excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage screens and icons, as the tempered glass surface and void the...

  • Page 16: Home Screen

    Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Notification icons Status icons Status bar Widget App folder App shortcuts Home screen indicator Apps list Primary app shortcuts • • Status icons: Displays information about the Home screen indicator: Indicates which device, such as the network signal strength, Home screen is currently visible.

  • Page 17: Customize Your Home Screens

    Wallpapers Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or widgets, folders, and custom choose from preloaded wallpapers. wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2.

  • Page 18: Create A Folder

    Themes Remove a Shortcut You can remove a shortcut that you added to a Set visual themes for all system screens and icons Home screen. on your device. 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2.

  • Page 19: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call: A call has been missed. information (such as network Call in progress: A call is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call on hold: A call is on hold.

  • Page 20: Navigation

    Navigation Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device. Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. Touchscreen Navigation • Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a Use the following motions and gestures on your Home screen.

  • Page 21: S Pen

    S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that ™ Caution: When you insert the S Pen into the slot, insert the S Pen’s nib first. Failure to do so can cause assists you in performing the S Pen to become stuck. Forcefully detaching the different functions.
  • Page 22 Direct Pen Input Replace the S Pen Tip When filling out a form field in an app (like the Name You can replace the tip of the S Pen. or Number fields in the Contacts app), you can open a Handwriting window that allows you to handwrite To replace the tip: an entry with the S Pen.

  • Page 23: Air Command

    Air Command Air command allows you to To use Air command: ► Tap an option: quickly activate frequently‑used • applications or perform actions. Action memo: Launch an Action memo and link it to actions. Use the S Note app to access Action memos. To launch the Air command menu: •...
  • Page 24 Create an Action Memo Link an Action Memo Turn text into actions. For example, you can write a To create an Action memo: phone number, and then save it to Contacts. 1. Tap Air command > To link a memo to an action: –...

  • Page 25: Smart Select

    Smart Select 3. Tap an option when you are finished writing: • Share: Choose a sharing method to share The Smart select feature provides a capture tool to your content. select content on a screen. You can then add it to your Scrapbook app or share it with your contacts.

  • Page 26: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Settings View all Quick settings Screen brightness Quick connect Notification card Notification settings Clear notifications • • Settings: Display the Settings screen. Quick connect: Search for nearby devices to connect with quickly and easily.

  • Page 27: Quick Connect

    View the Notification Panel Quick Connect You can access the Notification panel from any Search for nearby devices automatically to connect Home screen. to them quickly and easily. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 28: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls Activate Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together on 1. From any screen, touch and hold a split screen. You can switch between the apps, 2. Tap two apps that support Multi window to open adjust the size of their display on the screen, and them in split screen view.
  • Page 29 You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: 1. Tap • Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in their title bar. 2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view. •...

  • Page 30: Enter Text

    Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > System. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options. For more information, see Samsung Keyboard. Know Your Device...
  • Page 31 Settings Delete text To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text: (left of the Space bar) to find it.

  • Page 32: Emergency Mode

    Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves Use Emergency Mode your device’s remaining power While in Emergency mode, your device conserves power. The following apps and features are available when you are in an emergency on the Home screen: situation. • Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.

  • Page 33: Calling

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

  • Page 34: Phone Screen

    Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. More options Tabs Keypad Hide the keypad Voicemail Call Video call • • More options: Access Speed dial and Call Voicemail: Set up and check your settings.

  • Page 35: Display Your Phone Number

    Access Phone There are a couple of ways to access Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. Display Your Phone Number Your phone number can be found in Settings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 36: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Dial a Recent Number a call. Explore features and All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is functionality associated with listed in your contacts list, the associated name is making or answering a call.

  • Page 37: Answer A Call

    Answer a Call Multitask While on a Call When a call is received, the phone rings and the If you exit the call screen and return to a caller’s phone number or name is displayed, if it is Home screen, your active call is indicated by stored in the Contacts list.

  • Page 38: Video Call Options

    Place a New Call While on a Call Video Call Options If your service plan supports this feature, you can To change the call type during a video call: make another call while a call is in progress. ► Tap Call type. The following options are 1.
  • Page 39 Delete a Call from the Call Log To delete Call log entries: Phone > Log. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log. 3. Tap Delete. Block a Number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.

  • Page 40: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut Remove a Speed Dial Number number to a contact for speed Assignment dialing their default number. You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. Create a Speed Dial 2.

  • Page 41: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency Swipe Lock Screen telephone number in your If the Lock screen is set to Swipe, you can access the call screen in a couple of ways. region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. 1.

  • Page 42: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Visual Voicemail voicemail. Use Visual voicemail to: • Review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your phone without dialing into Set Up Your Voicemail voicemail. You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. •...

  • Page 43: Applications

    Applications Learn how to change the way apps display, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 44: Apps List

    To locate an app in your Apps list: • Galaxy Apps: View and download 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit 2. Tap Search. samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps • to learn more.

  • Page 45: Organize Your Apps

    Organize Your Apps To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your launch it. own custom order. To delete a folder: To change the order apps are listed: 1.

  • Page 46: Google Apps

    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Google Search not only the Internet, but also the Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. apps and contents of your device. Visit google.com to learn more. Google Now Android Pay Works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and Pay with your Android phone at over one organize it into convenient cards that...

  • Page 47: Play Music

    Play Movies & TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on your device. Visit play.google.com/store/movies learn more.

  • Page 48: At&T Apps

    AT&T Apps Enjoy these apps from AT&T. AT&T Protect Plus Access the Mobile Protection Pack and Note: Certain apps require a data plan or paid with a paid subscription, replace your subscription. Visit att.com to learn more or contact device if it is lost or damaged, locate your your service provider for additional information.

  • Page 49: Usage Manager

    DriveMode Auto reply when you are driving and do not want to answer the phone. You can auto reply to messages, emails, and phone calls. You can also allow up to five of your contacts to contact you while using DriveMode ®...

  • Page 50: Additional Apps

    Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well as text, chat, and play Samsung Gear games. Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. Games Play full version games for free. Use Samsung Milk Music WildCoins to rent or buy games and in-game items.
  • Page 51 Uber Hire a private driver in more than 130 cities and 30 countries. Uber is an entirely new and modern way to travel. Use Yellow Pages to tap into local businesses, locations, and events, and connect to your search in real-time. Provides quick and ready access to businesses, map locations, and storage of your favorite searches.

  • Page 52: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic Scientific Calculator and advanced arithmetic The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan. functions. To use the Scientific calculator: ► If Auto rotate is enabled, turn the device to Basic Operation landscape.

  • Page 53: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Share an Event You can share events you create from your Calendar. Calendar View 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To choose a calendar view: 2. Tap an event to view it, and then tap again to 1.

  • Page 54: Create A Task

    Create a Task Calendar Settings You can use your Calendar to create tasks. These settings allow you to modify settings Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be associated with using the Calendar. accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as 1.

  • Page 55: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Show or hide Gallery settings Record vide Quick settings Take a pictur Switch cameras More settings Shooting mode • • Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and Shooting mode: Change the shooting mode.

  • Page 56: Take Pictures

    Take Pictures Both cameras • Video collage: Create your own short collages Take pictures with your device’s front or rear and slow-motion videos without any editing camera. tools. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic • Live broadcast: Broadcast live on YouTube. protective covering from the camera lens.

  • Page 57: Camera Settings

    • Camera Settings Voice control: To take pictures say “smile”, “cheese”, “capture”, or “shoot”. To record You can adjust your camera’s settings using the videos, say “Record video”. icons on the main camera screen and the full • Volume keys function: Use the Volume key camera settings menu.
  • Page 58 Live Broadcast Share a Broadcast You can share your Live broadcast with contacts Use YouTube to share what is happening around before recording or share the link after you have you. finished recording and it has been posted to YouTube. To access the Live broadcast: ►...

  • Page 59: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Options: Tap to view and set the following options: keeping track of time and setting Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm uses alarms. sound, vibration, or sound and vibration to alert you. 1.

  • Page 60: World Clock

    World Clock Timer The World clock lets you keep track of the current The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to time in multiple cities around the globe. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. To list a city on the main World clock screen: 1.

  • Page 61: Contacts

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

  • Page 62: Edit A Contact

    Edit a Contact Unlink Contacts When editing a contact, you can tap a field and You can unlink a contact that you previously linked. change or delete the information, or you can add Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap more fields to the contact’s list of information.

  • Page 63: Create A Group

    Groups Add Contacts to a Group You can add contacts to 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. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team.

  • Page 64: Delete A Group

    Delete a Group Preset groups cannot be deleted. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Groups, and then tap the group to delete. 3. Tap More > Delete. 4. Tap Group only to only delete the group or tap Group and members to delete the group and the contacts in the groups.

  • Page 65: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and View Multiple Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for multiple accounts on the Combined inbox screen or you can view in one app. email accounts individually. 1.

  • Page 66: Email Settings

    Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an These settings allow you to modify settings email using the Email app. associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 67: Galaxy Apps

    To access Galaxy Essentials: 1. Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the prompts to download Galaxy Essentials apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...

  • Page 68: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos and videos. You can play videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in the 2.
  • Page 69 Edit Images Delete Images and Videos You can edit images stored on your device. You can delete images stored on your device. ► While viewing an image, tap the screen once to 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > see the following options: 2.

  • Page 70: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully‑featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. Access the Internet To open a new tab: ► Tap Tabs > New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 71: Secret Mode

    Secret Mode Saved Pages Saving a web page stores the web page content on Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your your device so that you can access it offline. browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.

  • Page 72: Messages

    3. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add recipient to select a The Samsung Messages app provides the following recipient from your Contacts. You can also select message types: the recipient based on Groups, Favorites, or •...

  • Page 73: Messages Settings

    View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: ► Open the Notification panel and tap the message.

  • Page 74: Music Player

    Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Song queue More options Sound quality and effects Favorite Volume Playback position Time elapsed Song length Playback controls •...

  • Page 75: Listen To Music

    Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to view your music files. 3. Swipe through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback. 4.

  • Page 76: My Files

    ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view files in My Files: Samsung folder >   My Files. The following options are available: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Search: Search for a file or folder.

  • Page 77: S Health

    For recommends that you see your doctor before more information on proper wear and use, see engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. following apply: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 78 When in Doubt — Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you.

  • Page 79: S Note

    When creating or editing a note in S Note, some helpful modes and tools are provided. notes on your device. Note: The available tools are different for Action Sign in to your Samsung Memos. account to access your notes in S Note from any device.
  • Page 80 View Action Memos You can view S Notes and Action memos together, or you can narrow your view to Action memos. To view Action memos in S Note: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Menu at the top left of the screen, and 2.

  • Page 81: S Voice

    S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice You can access the S Voice ™ app from the Apps list. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 82: Samsung Pay

    2. Drag the card down to close Simple Pay. Set Up Samsung Pay Use Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is secure, easy to set up, and simple to use with your Samsung Galaxy device. Use Samsung Pay quickly and conveniently whenever you have your device with you.
  • Page 83 2. Scroll down to “Gift cards now available on Samsung Pay” and click the link. Secure Your Information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your...

  • Page 84: Scrapbook

    Scrapbook Settings ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > These settings allow you to modify settings Samsung folder >   Scrapbook. associated with using the Scrapbook app. You can edit both Categories and the content files Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap within them.

  • Page 85: Video Player

    Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. More options File name Playback position Volume Screen ratio Pop-up Fast-forward Time elapsed Video length Pause or Play Rewind • • More options: View more options. Video length: View the total length of the video. •...
  • Page 86 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. You can change the size of the video is several ways during video playback. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your phone. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail 1.

  • Page 87: Voice Recorder

    Create a Voice Recording 1. From a Home screen, tap To create a voice recording: Samsung folder >   Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Recordings. Samsung folder >   Voice Recorder.

  • Page 88: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.

  • Page 89: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings Customize Quick Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device Quick settings are the settings that you are most settings. likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a ►...

  • Page 90: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain Wi-Fi Networks types of Wireless Local Area To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access > Connections. to a wireless Access Point (AP).
  • Page 91 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 using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 92: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Connections. communications technology that 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on connects your device wirelessly Bluetooth. to a number of Bluetooth • When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for devices, such as headsets nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.

  • Page 93: Rename A Paired Device

    Rename a Paired Device Once you have paired your device to another device, you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Connections. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth.

  • Page 94: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi‑Fi. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: Apps >...

  • Page 95: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use Mobile hotspot and Allowed Devices List Tethering to share your device’s Control whether devices connect to your Mobile hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you add Internet connection with other devices to the list, they can scan for your device and devices.
  • Page 96 Configure Mobile Hotspot Timeout Settings Settings Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no connected devices. Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Connections. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering >...

  • Page 97: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > Connections. 2. Tap Data usage for options: •...

  • Page 98: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Connections. 2. Tap Mobile networks for options: • Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a mobile data network. •...

  • Page 99: Nfc And Payment

    NFC and Payment NFC (Near Field Communication) Tap and Pay allows data exchange when you Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making touch your device with another purchases on your device. compatible device.

  • Page 100: More Connection Settings

    Printing Note: You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN. For more information, Print images and documents to Samsung printers see Set a Screen Lock. and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 101: Connect To A Vpn

    Reset Network Settings Connect to a VPN You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth To connect to a VPN: settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Connections. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 102: Sounds And Vibration

    Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and Adjust the Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level and default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Tip: You can also set the Ringtone volume from a Home screen by pressing the Volume key.

  • Page 103: Do Not Disturb

    Select a Default Vibration Pattern Do Not Disturb Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your This setting allows you to block all notifications own pattern. and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time 1.

  • Page 104: System Sounds

    • Dialing keypad tone: Play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. • Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Settings Sounds and Vibration...

  • Page 105: Notifications

    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Device. 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications.

  • Page 106: Display

    Display Configure your display’s Enable Icon Backgrounds brightness, screen timeout delay, You can show icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps and other display settings. list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 107: Touch Key Light Duration

    Select a Screen Mode Keep Screen Turned Off Choose a screen mode to match your type of Prevent the screen from turning on accidentally viewing. while the device is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 108: S Pen

    S Pen • Configure options and settings S Pen sound: Enable sounds when detach and attach the S Pen, and writing on the for the S Pen. screen. • S Pen vibration: Activate vibration feedback To configure settings for the S Pen: when writing with the S Pen.

  • Page 109: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features • Configure features on your Smart capture: Capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are device that make it easier to use. currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately.

  • Page 110: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Manage settings for applications Manage Apps on your device. You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Application Manager 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Device. You can download and install new applications on your device.

  • Page 111: Default Applications

    Default Applications Application Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are such as email apps, you can select one app to be available in one convenient location. the default. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 112: Wallpaper

    Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. To change wallpaper: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Personal. 2. Tap Wallpaper. Home screen, Lock screen, or Home 3.

  • Page 113: Themes

    2. Tap Themes. • Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens. • Tap More themes to download additional themes from the Theme Store with your Samsung account. 3. Tap Apply to apply the selected theme. Settings Themes...

  • Page 114: Home Screen Settings

    Home Screen Settings Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. To customize Home screen: ► Apps > From a Home screen, tap > Personal > Home screen. - or ­ From a Home screen, either touch and hold an empty space on a screen or pinch the screen.

  • Page 115: Lock Screen And Security

    Pattern: Create a pattern that you draw on You can also use your fingerprint to verify your the screen to unlock your device. This option identity when logging in to your Samsung account. provides medium security. • PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique screen.

  • Page 116: Unknown Sources

    > Personal. ► To access your device remotely, visit findmymobile.samsung.com. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Fingerprints. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and • Add fingerprint To add a fingerprint, tap enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile.

  • Page 117: Security Update Service

    Wi-Fi network. 3. Tap Set up/change password and follow the • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send prompts. security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. SIM Card Lock Device Administration Require both your SIM card PIN and your ordinary screen lock type when unlocking the device.

  • Page 118: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Manage your security certificates. If a certificate Use these options to configure advanced security authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or settings. for some other reason you do not trust it, you can 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 119: Privacy And Safety

    Privacy and Safety Choose from various modes 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: designed to hide personal • Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to content from being accessed by scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even anyone else using your device, when Wi-Fi is turned off.

  • Page 120: Send Sos Messages

    App Permissions Report Diagnostic Info Control which apps have permissions to use certain This feature sends diagnostic information about your features of your device. device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 121: Easy Mode

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

  • Page 122: Accessibility

    • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of certain physical disabilities. the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background. Note: You can download additional accessibility •...
  • Page 123 • Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to set the left and right balance when using a stereo device. • Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone. Dexterity and interaction • Universal switch: Control your device with your customized switches.

  • Page 124: Accounts

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

  • Page 125: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Reset Network Settings servers. You can also reset your You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. device to its factory defaults. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 126 Before resetting your device: 1. Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage area. 2. Log in to your Google Account and confirm your user name and password. To reset your device: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 127: Language And Input

    Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Help: View information on using Swype. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > System. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: • English(US): Set the keyboard type: Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.

  • Page 128: Google Voice Typing

    • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the • “Ok Google” detection: Launch a Google Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. search whenever you say “OK Google”. Settings next to each TTS engine for • options. Now on tap: Get info based on the current app screen when searching by voice or •...

  • Page 129: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > System. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting your device’s performance, limiting vibration feedback, and restricting location services and most background data.

  • Page 130: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and To increase available memory: usage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > System. 2. Tap Storage. Device Memory 3. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps. View and manage the memory used by the device. 4.

  • Page 131: 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 132: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > System. 2. Tap Help for information about: • New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings Settings Help...

  • Page 133: About Device

    Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device’s name. •...

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