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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: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers. respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile...
  • Page 3 DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR WITH THE PRODUCT, THE PURCHASER TAKES THE BENEFITS. PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER Modification of Software WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT...
  • Page 4 Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be Other marks are the property of their respective required.

  • Page 5: Legal Information

    The available capacity may change when you device at: Settings > About device > Legal information upgrade the device. > Samsung legal or you may access the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device Legal Information...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 .
  • Page 7 Samsung Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 8 Google Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Backup and Reset .

  • Page 9: Getting Started

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

  • Page 10: Front View

    Front View 1. Front camera: Take 5. Back: Return to the previous self‑portraits and record screen, or close a dialog box, videos of yourself. menu, or keyboard. 2. Power key: Press and hold to 6. Home key: Return to the Home turn the device on or off, or to screen.

  • Page 11: Back View

    Back View 1. USB charger/Accessory port: 5. S Pen: Access a variety of Connect the USB charger powerful functions on your (included) and other optional device with the versatile accessories (not included). S Pen ™ 2. Headset jack: Connect an 6. Rear camera: Take pictures and optional headset (not included).

  • Page 12: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install an Optional Memory Card You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC ™ ™ memory card (not included) to add more memory space to your device. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery

    Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty 2.
  • Page 14 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. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 15: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Restart the Device The following instructions explain how to turn your If your device stops responding to taps or finger device on or off. gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can restart your device.
  • Page 16 Initial Set Up Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen times out. screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device. To lock the device: Follow the prompts to choose a default language, ► Press the Power key.

  • Page 17: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    – or – up your existing Google Account or create a new Google Account. To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use – or – Accounts settings. For more information, see To create a new Google Account or set up your “Accounts”...
  • Page 18 Google Account you want to remove. Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other 3. Tap More > Remove account. service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.

  • Page 19: Know Your Device

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

  • Page 20: Home Screen

    Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. 1. Status bar: Displays device 5. Home screen indicator: status icons (right) and Indicates which notification icons (left). Home screen is currently For more information, see visible. “Status Bar” on page 17. 6. App shortcuts: Launches 2. App folder: Groups your favorite applications.

  • Page 21: Customize The Home Screen

    Customize the Home Screen Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and folders, and using wallpapers. • To access Home screen manager: Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to Delete. ► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. •...
  • Page 22 Wallpapers Add a Widget to a Home Screen You can add a widget to a Home screen. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. from preloaded wallpapers.

  • Page 23: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Move a Shortcut You can move a shortcut from one Home screen to You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any another. Home screen. 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 2.
  • Page 24 Folders 4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it. • To add more apps, touch and hold an app Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. shortcut and drag it to the folder. Create a Folder Remove a Folder from a Home Screen You can create an app folder on a Home screen.

  • Page 25: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status Icons Battery full: Battery is fully charged. Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled.
  • Page 26 Notification Icons GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active New email: New email has arrived. and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. available from the Google Play store. File download in progress: Download of a file App updates complete: App installation or or app is in progress.

  • Page 27: Navigation

    Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Touchscreen Navigation Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. Use the following motions and gestures on your • touchscreen to navigate the device. Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to move it.
  • Page 28 Common Options Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new The device uses basic command options to perform location. common actions. • • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. More: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. •...

  • Page 29: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel 1. Manage users: Display the 6. Notification card: View details Users screen. about a notification. 2. View all: See all available 7. Screen brightness: Adjust Quick settings. screen brightness. 3. Quick connect: Search for 8. Quick settings: Quickly enable nearby devices to connect with or disable a feature.

  • Page 30: View The Notification Panel

    View the Notification Panel Quick Settings You can access the Notification panel from any In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also Home screen. provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 31: Quick Connect

    Quick Connect To disconnect from a device: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification Search for nearby devices automatically to connect to panel. them quickly and easily. 2. Tap Quick connect. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

  • Page 32: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window Controls Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature.

  • Page 33: Activate Multi Window

    Activate Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together You can also launch recently used apps directly into on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, Multi window view: adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy 1.

  • Page 34: S Pen

    S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing different functions. Remove S Pen The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient access. ► Slide the S Pen from your device using the notch on the end of the S Pen.

  • Page 35: Air View

    Air View Direct Pen Input Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content When filling out a form field in an app (like the Name or view information about an item on the screen. or Number fields in the Contacts app), you can open a For example: Handwriting window that allows you to handwrite an entry with the S Pen rather than type.
  • Page 36 Configure S Pen Settings 2. Insert the new pen tip in the end of the S Pen and press until it clicks in place. To configure S Pen settings: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Pen. For more information, see “S Pen Settings” on page 111. Replace the S Pen Tip You can replace the tip of the S Pen.

  • Page 37: Air Command

    Air Command 1. Create memo: Launch a 5. Add shortcuts: Add up to new note in the Samsung six apps and functions to Notes app. the Air command menu. 2. Smart select: Draw 6. Settings: Customize around an area of the...
  • Page 38 Create Note • Draw: Draw on the captured screen using the S Pen. Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes app. For more information, see “Samsung Notes” on • Share: Choose a sharing method to share your page 81 content.
  • Page 39 • Screen Write Scroll capture: Capture any scrollable areas of the screen that are hidden. Screen write allows you to capture a screen shot and • Crop: Crop the captured screen. then write notes on the screen shot. • Share: Choose a sharing method to share your To use Screen Write: content.
  • Page 40 Translate Add Shortcuts Translate words by hovering over them with the S Pen. You can add shortcuts to apps and functions to the Air command menu. To access Translate: To use Add shortcuts: 1. Tap Air command > Translate. 1. Tap Air command >...
  • Page 41 Air Command Settings Configure settings for Air command. To access Settings: ► Tap Air command > options are available: • Shortcuts: Choose and arrange the shortcuts that appear on the Air command menu. • Floating icon: Choose to enable the Air command menu to appear as a floating icon that can be moved around the screen.

  • Page 42: Enter Text

    Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Special Keys Use the Samsung Keyboard Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Control: Touch and hold for quick access to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y), Predictive text and select all (a).
  • Page 43 Keyboard settings: Access keyboard 2. Tap Language and input. settings. 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. For more information, see “Samsung Keyboard” on Note: Available options depend on the app in use. page 139. Not all options are available for all apps. Predictive Text...
  • Page 44 For more information, see “Google Voice Typing” on page 140. To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text.

  • Page 45: Applications

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

  • Page 46: Apps List

    You can access and launch all applications from the • Apps list. Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to 2.

  • Page 47: Uninstall Or Disable Apps

    Uninstall or Disable Apps To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can uninstall or disable apps you download and Applications > Application manager. install. 2. Tap Menu > Disabled, and then tap the app you •...
  • Page 48 Organize Your Apps Use Folders to Organize Apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an Apps own custom order. list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. To change the order apps are listed: 2.
  • Page 49 To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it. To delete a folder: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. 2. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Delete   folder. Confirm when prompted.

  • Page 50: Google Apps

    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Drive Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs ™ and files. Chrome Visit drive.google.com to learn more about Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, Google Drive ™...

  • Page 51: Play Music

    Google Photos Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. contents of your device. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Hangouts Google Photos ™ Meet friends and family online, share photos, host Play Movies &...
  • Page 52 Play Store Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store to learn more. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos right from your ™ device. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications Google Apps...

  • Page 53: Additional Apps

    Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. OneDrive CNN for Samsung Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more Stay informed on the latest news from around the in your free online OneDrive account, which you can ®...
  • Page 54 Office 365 subscription. on your digital device. Samsung Kids Visit texture.com to learn more. Samsung Kids is a monthly paid service which provides Word easy access to age-appropriate activities while also View, create, and edit documents on your device. You using parental security features.

  • Page 55: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation Additional Functions You can use your calculator to perform basic You can perform additional functions on your operations. calculator. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To clear the calculator history: 2.

  • Page 56: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. • Calendar View Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. To choose a calendar view: • Tasks: Display all tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 3.
  • Page 57 Share an Event 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Tasks. You can share events you create from your Calendar. 3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 58 Delete a Task Calendar Settings You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 59: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video 1. Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. 6. Settings: Configure other camera settings. 2. Record video: Record a video. 7. Picture size: Change the picture size (resolution and screen ratio). 3. Take a picture: Take a picture. 8.

  • Page 60: Take Pictures

    Take Pictures 3. Before taking the photo, you can tap the icons to access various camera options and settings. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. 4. Tap Take a picture to take the picture. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down protective covering from the camera lens.
  • Page 61 Shooting Mode Rear camera • Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the Several visual effects are available. Some modes are surroundings and determine the ideal mode for not available when taking self-portraits. the picture. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 62: Camera Settings

    Front camera 3. Tap Settings to configure settings for the • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various Camera. Available options vary depending on the effects, such as an airbrushed effect. camera or recording mode used. Both cameras Camera Settings •...

  • Page 63: Front Camera

    • Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as the camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key. • Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. Front camera • Save pictures as previewed: Save the self-portrait or self-recording as a reversed (or ‘mirrored’) image.

  • Page 64: Clock

    The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Alarm From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Clock. Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: Create an Alarm •...
  • Page 65 Volume: Drag the slider to set the volume 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > of the alarm. Samsung   folder > Clock. Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the 2. Find the alarm in the alarm list (under the alarm.

  • Page 66: World Clock

    To list a city on the main World clock screen: The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder >...
  • Page 67 The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Clock. 2. Tap Timer. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer.

  • Page 68: Contacts

    Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. Find a Contact For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one see ...

  • Page 69: Add A Contact

    Add a Contact Tap the label to the right of an entry to choose a label for the field (for example, Use the following procedure to add a new contact. Home or Work). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 3.

  • Page 70: Share A Contact

    Share a Contact Link Contacts When you share a contact, the contact’s information is When you have contacts from various accounts, you sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single...

  • Page 71: Delete Contacts

    Favorites Unlink Contacts You can unlink a contact that you previously linked. When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites are displayed 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > together in the Contacts app. 2.
  • Page 72 Groups Rename a Group You can rename a contact group. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > create your own. You might create a group for your 2.
  • Page 73 Send an Email to a Group Delete a Group You can send an email to members of a group. Preset groups cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2.

  • Page 74: Email

    To access Email: To add an Email account: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Email. Samsung   folder > Email. 2. Tap More > Settings > Add account.
  • Page 75 There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. on the Combined view screen or you can view email ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > accounts individually. Samsung   folder > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > •...
  • Page 76 Email app. • Tap More for additional email options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Email > 4. Review your message and tap Send. new mail. Remove Email Accounts 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address...

  • Page 77: Email Settings

    These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > Email. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts.

  • Page 78: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy Apps Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: To access Galaxy Essentials: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 79: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Note: Some functions described in this section are only 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap available if there are images or videos in the Gallery. an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap an image or video.
  • Page 80 • Play Videos Delete: Delete the image from your device. • You can play videos stored on your device. Favorite: Mark the image as a favorite, and then access it from the Favorites view. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 81 Share Images and Videos Delete Images and Videos You can share images and videos from your Gallery. You can delete images and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 82: Internet

    Refresh: Refresh or reload the current web page. • New tab: Open a new browser tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > • Command Keys View a Web Site The following commands are available: To view a web site: •...
  • Page 83 Browser Tabs To bookmark the current web page: 1. Tap Bookmarks > Add. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. 2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap Save. To open a new tab: To open a bookmarked web page: ►...
  • Page 84 To turn on Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view a list of recently visited web pages: Samsung   folder > ► Tap Bookmarks > History. 2. Tap More > Turn on Secret mode. Share Pages 3. Tap Create password to protect your Secret mode...
  • Page 85 These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung   folder > 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Internet...

  • Page 86: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. • To view files in My Files: SD card: View folders and files located on the optional SD card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 87 Recent Files Options Other Category Options The first category by default is for recently accessed Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, files. and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 88 • Sort by: Change the sort order of the files. More: Select one of the following options: Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder. conceal hidden files. Rename: Rename a file or folder. This option Note: Options vary by category and folder.

  • Page 89: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Note Edit Notes You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app. You can make edits to notes you create. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 90 Browse Notes List/Grid view: Switch between List view and Grid view. You can browse notes you create. • Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > app. • Browse note entries by swiping up or down.

  • Page 91: Settings

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

  • Page 92: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings Search for Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain settings. setting, you can use the Search feature. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 93: Wi-Fi

    Wi‑Fi Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a wireless Access Point (AP). Turn Wi‑Fi On or Off Wi‑Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi connection Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover status: and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs.
  • Page 94 Wi‑Fi Networks 3. Tap More > Add network. 4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network: To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: • Network name: Enter the name of the Wi‑Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > network.
  • Page 95 • Wi‑Fi Options Advanced: Network notification: Receive notifications The Wi‑Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of when open networks in range are detected. your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. Keep Wi‑Fi on during sleep: Specify when 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 96 Wi‑Fi Direct Wi‑Fi Direct Status Indicator Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi Direct Wi‑Fi Direct allows direct device‑to‑device connections connection status: using Wi‑Fi, without having to connect to a Wi‑Fi • network. When your device is connected to another device using Wi‑Fi Direct, Wi‑Fi Direct is displayed in 1.

  • Page 97: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that connects your device wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. Bluetooth Status Indicator Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.

  • Page 98: Scan For Bluetooth Devices

    Scan for Bluetooth Devices 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. Bluetooth.
  • Page 99 Rename a Paired Device Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) Once you have paired your device to another device, When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two you can rename the paired device to make it easier to devices no longer recognize each other. To connect recognize.

  • Page 100: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. 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: 1.

  • Page 101: 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 3. Tap More for the following option: differently. • Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks that 1.

  • Page 102: More Connection Settings

    Nearby Device Scanning Printing Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them Print images and documents to Samsung printers and up easily. You receive a notification when there are other compatible printers (not included). available devices to connect to.

  • Page 103: Disconnect From A Vpn

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN To connect to a VPN: Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Note: You must set a secured screen lock before 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN. setting up a VPN.
  • Page 104 Screen Sharing Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or Share your device’s screen with other supported delete the connection. devices using either Smart View or Screen Mirroring. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 105: Smart Manager

    Smart Manager Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and device security. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. • Access Smart Manager Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. To access Smart Manager: •...
  • Page 106 • Use Smart Manager Storage: Check the status of used and available memory capacity. You can delete unused or To use the Smart Manager options: unneeded files, and uninstall apps that you no longer use. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 107: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. Application Manager Application Manager Options If you have disabled apps, you can choose whether to You can download and install new applications on your display them. device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications.

  • Page 108: Manage Apps

    Manage Apps 4. Tap More for the following options: • You can view and update information about an Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size or application, including memory usage, default settings, name. and permissions. • Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system 1.

  • Page 109: Default Applications

    • Default Applications Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage. • Data usage: View mobile data usage. If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. • Permissions: View permissions granted to the app for access to your device’s information.

  • Page 110: Application Settings

    Application Settings Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Applications. 3. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...

  • Page 111: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Configure the sounds used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Change the Sound Mode Adjust the Volume You can switch between sound modes, while preserving Set the system volume level and default volume for call the individual sound settings you have made. ringtones, notifications, and other audio.
  • Page 112 Change the Notification Sound Do Not Disturb Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new This setting allows you to block all notifications and messages and event reminders. alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you 1.
  • Page 113 System Sounds 5. Tap Allow exceptions to customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Set various other system sound options. Do not disturb mode. Tap one of the following 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > options: •...
  • Page 114 Key‑Tap Feedback 3. Tap Equalizer and choose a setting, or tap Advanced or Basic to customize your sound Play tones when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 4. Tap On/Off to enable each option: 2. Tap Sound >...

  • Page 115: Notifications

    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications and sounds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. • Tap Advanced to configure more notification options for individual apps.

  • Page 116: Display Settings

    Display Settings Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Adjust the Screen Brightness Note: You can also control Brightness from the Notification panel. Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust Change the Font Size and Style screen brightness to conserve battery power.
  • Page 117 Enable Icon Frames Set the Screen Timeout You can show icons with a shaded background to make Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 118: Screen Saver

    • Screen Saver Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. Settings for options. The Screen saver setting controls what is displayed • Photos: Display pictures from your on the screen when the device is docked (dock not Google Account. Tap Settings for options.

  • Page 119: S Pen Settings

    S Pen when writing on the screen. Screen off notes are saved filling in form fields. in Samsung Notes. • S Pen power saver: Save battery power by turning off detection of the S Pen while it is attached.
  • Page 120 Feedback • S Pen sound: Select a sound for the device to make when the S Pen is detached from the device. For more information on using the S Pen, see “S Pen” on page 26. Settings S Pen Settings...

  • Page 121: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. • You can control certain device actions by picking up Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the the device and by touching the screen with the palm of screen by swiping the edge of your hand across your hand or turning over the device.

  • Page 122: Users

    Set up user profiles and then select one when account from the device entirely. This includes the unlocking the device to use personalized settings. user’s Google Account, Samsung account, and any 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > other local accounts associated with the user.
  • Page 123 Switch User Profiles To access the device with a user profile: ► From a Lock screen, tap Manage users for the user or profile. Change User Account Nicknames and Photo IDs The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under My profile at the top of their Contacts list) is used as their User ID and name.

  • Page 124: 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 > 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.

  • Page 125: Home Screen Settings

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

  • Page 126: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings. • Set a Screen Lock Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen. This option provides high security. It is recommended that you secure your device using a •...
  • Page 127 4. Choose a screen lock option: Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. • Info and app shortcuts: Display a dual clock, owner information, or app shortcuts on the 1.

  • Page 128: Unknown Sources

    Unknown Sources Encrypt SD Card Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your memory card (not included) when you first access it 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > after powering on your device. 2.

  • Page 129: Security Update Service

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

  • Page 130: 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 for some settings. other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 131 • Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your device. • Do not disturb permission: View which apps have permission to change the Do not disturb settings. Settings Lock Screen and Security...

  • Page 132: Privacy

    Privacy Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Location 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap Locating method to select how your location is Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require determined: one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.
  • Page 133 Location Services 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: Google Location History stores and uses your device’s ™ • most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Wi‑Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan Maps, can use this data to improve your search results for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when based on places that you have visited.

  • Page 134: Private Mode

    • App Permissions Storage • Additional permissions Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device. 4. Tap On/Off next to each app to enable or disable permissions for that feature. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 135 Report Diagnostic Info This feature sends diagnostic information about your device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Privacy > Report diagnostic info. 3. Read the consent information, and then tap Yes to enable this feature or tap No thanks.

  • Page 136: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • Note: You can download additional accessibility Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all applications from the Google Play store. times for privacy.
  • Page 137 • • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Turn off all sounds: Turn off all notifications and Samsung keyboard and change its colors to audio for privacy. increase the contrast between the keys and the • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles background.
  • Page 138 Dexterity and interaction More settings • • Universal switch: Control your device with your Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in customized switches. a series of four to eight directions. • • Assistant menu: Improve the device Direct access: Open your accessibility settings accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.

  • Page 139: Accounts

    Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Synchronize Accounts Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of You can synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other content.

  • Page 140: Account Settings

    Account Settings Remove an Account Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, You can remove accounts from your device. you can configure common settings for all accounts of 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > the same type. 2.

  • Page 141: Google Settings

    Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. • Customize Google Security: Configure the Android Device Manager and apps security settings. To customize your Google settings: • Set up nearby device: Set up another device 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 142: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Restore Google Account • Back up my data: Enable back up of application Enable backup of your information to your Samsung data, Wi‑Fi passwords, and other settings to account or Google servers. Google servers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 143 Auto Restart Reset Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at Restore your device to its default settings. set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and Reset Settings battery power is more than 30%. You can reset your device to its factory default settings, Note: Any unsaved data is lost when the device which resets everything except the security, language, restarts.

  • Page 144: Factory Data Reset

    Reset Network Settings Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is activated. This You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen. settings with Reset network settings.
  • Page 145 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 146: Language And Input

    Language and Input Configure your device’s language and input settings. Set Your Default Language Default Keyboard You can select a default language for your device’s You can select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards. menus and keyboards. 1.
  • Page 147 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Key‑tap feedback: Play a tone or see character previews while typing. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: • Customization: Use alternative characters, text • shortcuts, change the keyboard size, or use a Languages and types: Set the keyboard high contrast keyboard.

  • Page 148: Google Voice Typing

    • Google Voice Typing Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing you Speak rather than type your text entries using Google to use voice input while not connected to the voice typing. network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 149 Tap Select input languages to select a new • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the language. Samsung or Google 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 150: Pointer Speed

    Pointer Speed Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Language and input. 3. Under Pointer speed, drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower. Settings Language and Input...

  • Page 151: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Past and predicted usage: View estimated usage time remaining based on your usage over 2. Tap Battery for options: the last 7 days. •...

  • Page 152: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). • Device Memory System memory: The minimum amount of storage space required to run the system. View and manage the memory used by the device. •...
  • Page 153 Memory Card (SD Card) To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory is displayed 2. Tap Storage. in the Storage setting. 3. Under Unnecessary data, tap Delete to delete Note: The Portable storage option only appears when unnecessary data, such as cached data for all apps.

  • Page 154: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back the memory card, unmount the card before removing it up your music and photo files that are stored on the from the device.

  • Page 155: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using a book cover (not included). Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is turned off. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Accessories > Automatic unlock to enable this feature.

  • Page 156: 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 Select time zone: Choose your local time zone. to set date and time information manually using the •...

  • Page 157: 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. Settings About Device...

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