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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: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Special Features ..............1 Bixby ....................2 Edge Screen ..................2 Flexible Security ................. 2 Water and Dust Resistance............... 3 Getting Started ..............4 Set Up Your Device ................5 Assemble Your Device ............... 6 Start Using Your Device ..............12 Set Up Your Device ................
  • Page 3 Home Screen ..................23 Bixby ....................34 Navigation ..................36 Entering Text ..................39 Face Recognition ................42 Fingerprint Scanner .................44 Iris Scanner ..................46 Multi Window ..................49 Emergency Mode ................52 Edge Screen ..................55 Apps ...................61 Using Apps ..................62 Calculator ...................68 Calendar .....................
  • Page 4 Galaxy Apps ..................98 Gallery ....................99 Internet ..................... 111 Messages ..................116 My Files ................... 122 Phone ....................125 Samsung Connect ................138 Samsung Gear ................. 139 Samsung Health ................140 Samsung Notes................143 Samsung Pay ................... 145 Samsung+ ..................149 Secure Folder ..................150 TracFone Apps ................. 152 Settings ................
  • Page 5 Bluetooth ..................160 Phone Visibility ................164 Data Usage ..................164 Airplane Mode ................166 NFC and Payment ................167 Mobile Hotspot ................168 Tethering ..................172 Mobile Networks ................173 Location .................... 173 Nearby Device Scanning ............... 175 Printing .................... 176 Download Booster ................
  • Page 6 Ringtone................... 183 Notification Sounds ...............184 Do Not Disturb ................185 System Sounds ................185 Key-Tap Feedback ................186 Sound Quality and Effects ............187 Separate App Sound ..............188 Notifications .................. 189 Block App Notifications ..............190 Customize App Notifications ............190 Display .................... 191 Screen Brightness ................
  • Page 7 LED Indicator ................... 196 Status Bar ..................197 Navigation Bar ................197 Screen Timeout ................198 Keep Screen Turned Off ..............198 Screen Saver ..................198 Smart Stay ..................199 One-Handed Mode ................ 200 Wallpapers and Themes ............... 201 Wallpapers..................202 Themes .................... 203 Icons ....................
  • Page 8 Software Update ................219 Lock Screen and Security ............. 220 Set a Screen Lock ................221 Always On Display Settings............222 Lock Screen and AOD Settings ............223 Samsung Pass .................224 Find My Mobile................224 Unknown Sources ................225 Secure Folder ..................225 Secure Startup ................226 Encrypt SD Card ................
  • Page 9 Credential Storage .................229 Advanced Security Settings ............230 Accounts ..................231 Samsung Cloud ................232 My Profile ..................233 Add an Account ................234 Backup and Restore ...............236 Google Settings ................237 Accessibility .................. 238 Vision ....................239 Hearing ..................... 241 Dexterity and Interaction ..............242 More Accessibility Settings ............243 Accessibility Services ..............244...
  • Page 10 Getting Help ..............248 Videos ....................249 Simulators ..................249 Tips ....................249 Samsung Support ................249 Legal ................250 Table of Contents...

  • Page 11: Special Features

    Special Features Learn about your mobile device’s special features.

  • Page 12: Bixby

    Fingerprint Scanner Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see “Fingerprint Scanner” on page 44. Special Features...

  • Page 13: Water And Dust Resistance

    Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see “Iris Scanner” on page 46. Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

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

  • Page 15: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Learn how to set up your device for the first time.

  • Page 16: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN), available optional services, and other features.

  • Page 17: Charge The Battery

    4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the slot. Note: Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids.
  • Page 18 1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/Accessory port. 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 and may cause damage.

  • Page 19: When To Charge The Battery

    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 20 If the lower part of the device overheats, check for damage to the connected USB cable. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved cable. If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials between the device and the wireless charger.
  • Page 21 Reverse Charging The included USB connector allows you to charge another device through a USB cable. You can also use the USB connector for transferring contacts, photos, and other content from an old device. For more information, see “Transfer Data from Your Old Device” on page 17. Set Up Your Device...

  • Page 22: Start Using Your Device

    Start Using Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off. To turn the device on: ► Press and hold the Power key until the device turns on. To turn the device off: 1.

  • Page 23: Set Up Your Device

    Restart the Device If your device stops responding to taps or finger gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can restart your device. ► Press and hold the Power key and the Volume down key at the same time for more than seven seconds. Set Up Your Device Use the Set Up Wizard The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed.

  • Page 24: Google Account

    Google Account Your new device uses your Google Account to fully utilize its Android ™ ™ features, including Gmail , Google Duo, and the Google Play store. ™ ™ When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account or create a new Google Account.
  • Page 25 Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service center, you should remove your Google Account before resetting the device back to factory settings. For more information, visit: samsung.com/us/support/frp. Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically activates the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature.

  • Page 26: Samsung Account

    Samsung account or create a new Samsung account. – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
  • Page 27 From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps >  Settings > Cloud and accounts > Smart Switch. 2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content faster. Set Up Your Device...

  • Page 28: Set Up Your Voicemail

    Set Up Your Voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. 1. From the Home screen, tap  Phone, and then touch and hold  1 key. 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name. For more information on voicemail, see “Voicemail”...

  • Page 29: Learn About Your Device

    Learn About 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.

  • Page 30: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Front camera Proximity sensors Iris detection LED Iris scanner Volume keys Power key Bixby key Learn About Your Device...
  • Page 31 • Proximity sensor Turns off the screen and disables touch functionality when the device is in close proximity to the human body. Turns the screen back on and enables touch functionality when the device is outside a specific range to the human body. •...

  • Page 32: Back View

    Back View Rear camera Microphone Flash Fingerprint sensor Heart rate sensor Speaker Headset jack USB charger/ Microphone Accessory port Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 33: Home Screen

    Home Screen Status bar Edge screen Home screen indicator App shortcuts Back Recent apps Home Learn About Your Device...
  • Page 34 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 low Battery charging Vibrate mode Mute mode 4G LTE...
  • Page 35 Notification Icons Missed call Call in progress Call on hold New email New Gmail New voicemail New message File download in progress File upload in progress GPS active App updates available App updates complete Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 36: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings Quick settings View all Notification cards Learn About Your Device...
  • Page 37 View the Notification Panel You can access the Notification panel from any Home screen. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. • To open an item, tap it. •...

  • Page 38: Quick Settings

    Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions, such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To view additional Quick settings and customize the Quick settings that display: 1.

  • Page 39: Customize Your Home Screen

    Customize Your Home Screen Screens Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold app shortcuts and widgets. You can add, remove, change the order of screens, as well as choose a different main Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2.
  • Page 40 Wallpapers and Themes Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2.

  • Page 41: Home Screen Settings

    Home Screen Settings Customize your Home and Apps screens. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Home screen settings to customize: • Home screen layout: Set your device to have a Home and Apps screen, or only a Home screen where all apps are located. •...

  • Page 42: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. To add a shortcut: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the options menu. 3.
  • Page 43 Folders Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Create a Folder You can create an app folder on a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears. 2.

  • Page 44: Bixby

    Bixby is an assistant that learns from you to help you do more. It responds to voice commands, works with select apps like email and messages, sets reminders, and can help you understand your settings and set up your Samsung devices. Bixby Talks Use voice and written commands to interact with Bixby.
  • Page 45 Bixby Recommends Bixby learns your patterns to display what you need when you need it. It uses display cards with your most recent email messages, weather, upcoming reminders, daily workout, news, and other configurable content. Bixby Reminds Use Bixby to set reminders at any time. Bixby can tell you to pick up milk on the way home, or even keep track of your place in an article online.

  • Page 46: Navigation

    Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Touchscreen Navigation Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

  • Page 47: Touch And Hold

    Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. • Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. Swipe Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. • Swipe the screen to unlock the device. •...
  • Page 48 Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. •  More options: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. •...

  • Page 49: Entering Text

    Predictive text Options Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Touch and hold Options for the following: Voice input: Enter text using Samsung voice input. Clipboard: Access the clipboard. Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the cursor position. Learn About Your Device...
  • Page 50 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Language and input > Virtual keyboard > Samsung keyboard for options. • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the Space bar sideways.
  • Page 51 To customize Samsung voice input: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Language and input > Virtual keyboard > Samsung voice input for options. • Add input languages: Select languages for Samsung voice input.

  • Page 52: Face Recognition

    Face Recognition You can set the device to use face recognition to unlock the screen by recognizing your face. • Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN or Password. Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
  • Page 53 Face Recognition Face verification can be applied to several features of your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > Face recognition for the following options: • Remove face data: Delete existing faces. •...

  • Page 54: Fingerprint Scanner

    Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two different fingerprints is very low.
  • Page 55 • Samsung account: Verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. • Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprints to make payments quickly and securely. • Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or disable fingerprint security.

  • Page 56: Iris Scanner

    Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your irises to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Warning: Some people may have dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, even if they have never had a seizure or blackout before.
  • Page 57 For more information, refer to the online support content or visit samsung.com/us/irisscanner. Register Irises To use your eyes to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password. For best results, perform the setup process indoors, and remove your glasses or contact lenses.
  • Page 58 • Preview screen mask: Choose a mask to display when using the Iris scanner. • Samsung Pass: Use your irises to verify your identity using Internet and other supported apps. • Samsung account: Use your irises to verify your Samsung account when you access a feature or app that requires it.

  • Page 59: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 60: Enable Multi Window

    Window Controls  Window controls in the middle of the window border for options. Snap window: Snap the selected window to the half of the screen it occupies. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Open in pop-up view: Open the selected app in a pop-up window. Close app: Close the selected app.
  • Page 61 Use Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other. Multi window is not available for all apps. 1.

  • Page 62: Emergency Mode

    Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves your device’s remaining power when you are in an emergency situation. Emergency mode saves battery power by: • Restricting application usage to only essential applications and those you select. • Turning off Mobile data when the screen is off. •...
  • Page 63 Turn Off Emergency Mode After Emergency mode is turned off, the Location settings may stay the same as they were in Emergency mode. ► From the Emergency mode Home screen, tap  More options > Turn off Emergency mode. Use Emergency Mode Features While in Emergency mode, your device conserves power.
  • Page 64 • Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated cellular service. •  More options: Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode. Remove: Choose apps to remove from the screen. Manage emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of Emergency) group contacts.

  • Page 65: Edge Screen

    Edge Screen The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping. Edge Panels Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information on the Edge screen. To view Edge panels: ►...
  • Page 66 •  More options > Uninstall: Remove an Edge panel from your device. •  More options > Handle settings: Drag  Edge panel handle to change the position of the Edge panel handle along the edge of the screen, and then configure the following Edge panel handle settings: Position: Choose either Right or Left to set which side the Edge screen appears on.

  • Page 67: People Edge

    To configure Apps edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and swipe until the Apps edge panel is displayed. 2. Tap   Add application to add other apps to the Apps edge. • To add an app to the Apps edge, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on a column on the right.

  • Page 68: Smart Select

    To configure People edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until the People edge panel is displayed. 2. Tap   Add contact to edit the People edge. • To add a contact, tap Select contact. • To remove a contact, tap Delete.
  • Page 69 Edge Lighting Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive calls or notifications while the phone is turned over. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Edge screen > Edge lighting. 3.

  • Page 70: Quick Reply

    Quick Reply Reject an incoming phone call with a text message by placing your finger on the heart rate sensor for two seconds. The call is rejected, and a preset message is sent to the caller. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 71: Apps

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

  • Page 72: Using Apps

    Using Apps The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. Access Apps You can access and launch all applications from the Apps list. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 73: Uninstall Apps

    Find new apps to download and install on your device. • Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more. Uninstall Apps You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install.
  • Page 74 Organize Apps Arrange the Order App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. To change the order apps are listed: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 75 3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Enter folder name: Name the folder. • Palette: Change the folder color. • Add apps: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Add. 4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it. To launch apps in a folder: ►...

  • Page 76: Application Settings

    Application Settings You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk.
  • Page 77 • Reset app preferences: Reset options that have been changed. Existing app data is not deleted. 5. Tap an application to view and update information about the application. The following options are displayed: • Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the application. Preloaded apps can only be disabled.

  • Page 78: Calculator

    Basic Operation You can use your calculator to perform basic operations. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Calculator, and enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key, and enter the next number.

  • Page 79: Scientific Calculator

    You can quickly convert units of measurement using the unit converter. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Calculator >  Unit converter. 3. Select a category and use the drop down menus to choose units of measurement.

  • Page 80: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Add Calendars Add existing calendars to the Calendar app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Calendar >  More options. 3. Tap Manage calendars > Add account, and select an account type.

  • Page 81: Create An Event

    • Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. • Tasks: Display all tasks. 3. Tap Today to return to the current date. Create an Event You can use your Calendar to create events. 1.

  • Page 82: Create A Task

    Delete an Event You can delete events you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Calendar, and tap an event to edit it. 3. Tap Delete. Confirm when prompted. Create a Task You can use your Calendar to create tasks.

  • Page 83: Delete A Task

    Delete a Task You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Calendar, and tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the day, or tap View > Tasks. 3.

  • Page 84: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Flash Switch cameras Camera settings Take a picture Beauty Bixby vision Animated filters Record video Gallery Shooting mode Apps Camera and Video...

  • Page 85: Take Pictures

    Camera Shortcut Open the Camera by quickly pressing the Power key twice. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Advanced features > Quick launch camera to enable the option. Take Pictures Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. If you have a memory card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the memory card.

  • Page 86: Record Videos

    • To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or down. • To add a camera setting, tap a Quick settings icon or  Settings. 3. Tap Take a picture to take the picture. Bixby Vision Turn on Bixby Vision and point your camera at an object or location to search for products online, discover new places nearby, or translate text.
  • Page 87 Video Enhancer Enhance the image quality of your videos. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Advanced features > Video enhancer. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. Configure Shooting Mode Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits.
  • Page 88 • Hyperlapse: Create your own time lapse video by recording at various frame rates. The frame rate is automatically adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device. • Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food. Front camera •...

  • Page 89: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Camera > Settings to configure settings for the Camera.
  • Page 90 • Save pictures as previewed: Save the self-portrait or self-recording as viewed on the camera screen, not as flipped images. • Ways to take pictures: Tap screen: Tap the screen to take selfies. Show palm: Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds.
  • Page 91 • Voice control: Take pictures by saying “Smile,” “Cheese,” “Capture,” or “Shoot,” or record videos by saying “Record video.” • Floating Camera button: Add an extra camera button that you can move anywhere on the screen in Auto and Selfie modes. •...

  • Page 92: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock, and tap a tab to use a feature: • Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. •...

  • Page 93: Delete An Alarm

    3. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Date: Choose the day for this alarm. • Time: Set a time for the alarm. • Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm. • Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. •...

  • Page 94: World Clock

    World Clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. To list a city on the main World clock screen: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock >...
  • Page 95 Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock > Stopwatch and use the following options: • Start: Begin timing. • Stop: Stop timing. •...

  • Page 96: Contacts

    Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see "Add an Account" on page 234. Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts tab in the Phone app.

  • Page 97: Edit A Contact

     View more for additional fields. Tap the label to the right of an entry to choose a label for the field (for example, Home or Work). • Tap Scan business card to import contact information from a business card through the device’s camera. 3.

  • Page 98: Share A Contact

    Share a Contact 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Contacts, and then tap the contact to select it. 3. Tap  Details > Share. 4. Choose whether to send the contact as a vCard file (VCF) or as a Text.
  • Page 99 Export Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can manually back them up to an optional installed memory card for re-import if needed. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 100 To unlink contacts: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Contacts, and then tap the contact to select it. 3. Tap  Details >  More options > Manage linked contacts. 4. Tap Disconnect beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact.

  • Page 101: Delete Contacts

    Delete Contacts You can delete a single contact or choose multiple contacts to delete. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Contacts, and then touch and hold a contact to select it. • You can also tap other contacts or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all contacts.

  • Page 102: Send A Message To A Group

    • Add member: Select contacts to add to the new group, and then tap Done. 4. Tap Save. Add to or Remove Contacts from a Group You can add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 103: Delete A Group

    Send an Email to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Contacts >  More options > Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap  More options > Send email. 4.

  • Page 104: Contacts Settings

    Contacts Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Contacts >  More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Apps...

  • Page 105: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To add an email account, see "Add an Email Account" on page 16. To access Email: ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps >  Email.
  • Page 106 4. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text. • Tap Attach to add Files, Images, Audio, and more to your email. • Tap  More options for additional email options. 5. Review your message and tap Send. Manage the Inbox There are several tools available from the Inbox screen.

  • Page 107: Email Settings

    4. Tap the account name to view: • All accounts: View all email in a combined inbox. • [Account Name]: View email for only one email account. Remove Email Accounts To remove an email account: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 108: 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. A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: 1.

  • Page 109: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. View Pictures Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another app, such as Email, saves a picture, a Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 110 • To set a picture as the Always On Display, tap  More options > Set as Always On Display image. • To send the picture to your connected printer, tap   More options > Print. Bixby Vision Turn on Bixby Vision to find products online, discover new places nearby, or translate text.

  • Page 111: Play Video

    Edit Pictures You can edit pictures stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Gallery, and tap an picture to view it. • Details: View and edit information about the image, including the date created, location, and properties. •...
  • Page 112 Edit Video You can trim segments of a video. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Gallery, and tap a video to view it. 3. Tap Edit and tap an option: • Trim: Cut segments of the video. •...
  • Page 113 Share Pictures and Videos You can share pictures and videos from your Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Gallery, and tap a folder to open it. 3. In a folder, tap  More options > Share, select pictures and videos, and then tap Share to send them to others or share them with social network services.

  • Page 114: Take A Screenshot

    Delete Pictures and Videos You can delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Gallery, and tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap  More options > Edit. 4. Tap pictures and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos.
  • Page 115 Screenshot Options 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Advanced features. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: • Smart capture: Capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately.

  • Page 116: Google Apps

    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit support.google.com to learn more. Chrome Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 117 Make one-to-one video calls. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Google folder >  Duo. Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more about Google Duo. Gmail Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 118 Maps Find your current location and get directions and other location-based information. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Maps. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see "Location"...

  • Page 119: 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. 1.
  • Page 120 YouTube View and upload YouTube videos right from your device. ™ 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  YouTube. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more. Apps...

  • Page 121: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser. To access the Internet: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Internet. Command Keys The following command keys are available: • Add to Bookmarks: Add the current web page to bookmarks or as a shortcut on the Home screen.
  • Page 122 View a Web Site To view a web site: ► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard. To zoom in or out: ► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom out. Stretch the screen to zoom in.

  • Page 123: Saved Pages

    Bookmarks The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Saved pages, and History. Save and Open Bookmarks Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so that you can access it quickly. To bookmark the current web page: 1. Tap  Add to Bookmarks. – or – Tap  More options >...

  • Page 124: View History

    Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab. To enable Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Internet. 3. Tap Tabs. 4. Tap Turn on secret mode.

  • Page 125: Internet Settings

    – or – Tap Don’t use password. To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Internet. 3. Tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode. Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.

  • Page 126: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive different messages using the Samsung Messages app on your device. Types of Messages The Samsung Messages app provides the following message types: • Text Messages (SMS) • Multimedia Messages (MMS) The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses.

  • Page 127: Create And Send Messages

    Create and Send Messages This section describes how to create and send a message using the Messages app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Messages >  Compose. 3. Tap contacts, if desired, and then tap Compose. •...

  • Page 128: Send Sos Messages

    Send SOS Messages Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an emergency situation. To enable SOS messages: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Advanced features > Send SOS messages, and On/Off to enable this feature.

  • Page 129: Delete Messages

    View New Messages When you receive a new message,  New message appears on the Status bar. To view the message: ► Open the Notification panel and tap the message. For more information, see "Notification Panel" on page 26. – or – From a Home screen, tap  Messages, and then tap the new message to view it.

  • Page 130: Message Search

    Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Messages > Search. 3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap Search on the keyboard.
  • Page 131 There are three types of Emergency alerts: • Alerts issued by the President • Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life (extreme and severe) • AMBER alerts (missing child alert) Users may choose not to receive Imminent alerts (extreme and severe) and AMBER alerts.

  • Page 132: My Files

    To view files in My Files: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  My Files. 3. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 4. Tap a file or folder to open it.
  • Page 133 SD card: View folders and files located on the optional SD card (not included). • Cloud storage Samsung Cloud Drive: Use a Samsung account for cloud storage. Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud storage. Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to.
  • Page 134 My Files Options Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  My Files. The following options are available: •  Search: Search for a file or folder.

  • Page 135: Phone

    Phone More options Voicemail Hide the keypad Messages Call Apps Phone...

  • Page 136: Make A Call

    Make a Call Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Using the Dialer 1. From a Home screen, tap  Phone. 2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap  Call.

  • Page 137: Answer A Call

    From Recents All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. 3.

  • Page 138: Decline A Call

    Decline a Call ► On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to the left to reject the call and send it to your voicemail. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call. ► Tap Decline to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.
  • Page 139 While on a Call Adjust the Call Volume ► Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume. – or – Extra volume to quickly add more volume to the incoming audio. Multitasking If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by  Call on the Status bar.

  • Page 140: Call Log

    Switch to Headset or Speaker Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth headset (not included). ► Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker. – or – Bluetooth to hear the caller using a Bluetooth headset. Call Log The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.
  • Page 141 Save a Contact from a Recent Call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recents. 3. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list.
  • Page 142 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recents. 3. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 4.

  • Page 143: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. Create a Speed Dial You can assign 999 speed dial numbers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. •  Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. 2.
  • Page 144 Make a Call with Speed Dial You can make a call using Speed dial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. •  Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. 2. Touch and hold the Speed dial number. • If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit.

  • Page 145: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. Make an Emergency Call You can dial the emergency telephone number from your phone whether or not cellular service has been activated. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an emergency call.
  • Page 146 Make an Emergency Call from a Locked Screen The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller.

  • Page 147: Phone Settings

    Optional Calling Services Place a Multi-Party Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress. 1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second call. 2. Dial the new number and tap Call.

  • Page 148: Samsung Connect

    Control your devices by monitoring them in one place. Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard. Note: Non-Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty. Please contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for support.

  • Page 149: Samsung Gear

    Samsung Gear Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap the Samsung folder >  Samsung Gear. Apps...

  • Page 150: Samsung Health

    Samsung Health Use Samsung Health to plan, track, and manage your health goals and activities, including exercise, sleep, and meals. Caution: The information gathered from this device, Samsung Health, or related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
  • Page 151 Before You Start Exercising This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions: •...
  • Page 152 Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply: • You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55; •...

  • Page 153: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes. Compose a Note You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Samsung Notes. 3. Tap Create and type a note. Available options include: •...

  • Page 154: Browse Notes

    3. While browsing notes, tap  More options for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move. • Sort by: Change the way notes are organized. • List/Grid view: Switch between List view and Grid view. • Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. Apps...

  • Page 155: Samsung Pay

    "NFC and Payment" on page 167. Note: For added security, your credit and debit card information is not stored on a cloud service. If you are using the Samsung Pay app on multiple devices, you must sign in to the app and add all payment cards on each device.
  • Page 156 Simple Pay Access Samsung Pay from the Screen off, Lock Screen or Home screen using Simple Pay. To customize Simple Pay: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Samsung Pay. 3. Tap  More options > Settings > Use Favorite Cards.
  • Page 157 Use Samsung Pay Use Samsung Pay quickly and conveniently whenever you have your device with you. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Samsung Pay. – or – From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 158 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 fingerprint or PIN and each transaction uses a unique token each time, so your device only allows payments with your consent.

  • Page 159: Samsung

    Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap the Samsung folder >  Samsung+. Visit samsung.com/us/samsung-plus to learn more. Apps...

  • Page 160: Secure Folder

    Secure Folder Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap the Samsung folder >  Secure Folder. 3. For more information, see "Secure Folder" on page 225. Apps...

  • Page 161: Smart Switch

    Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and other content from your old device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap the Samsung folder >  Smart Switch. For more information, see "Transfer Data from Your Old Device" on page 17.

  • Page 162: Tracfone Apps

    TracFone Apps Enjoy these apps from TracFone. Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well as text, chat, and play games. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 163: Voice Mail

    Voice Mail Retrieve messages left by unanswered calls. ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap  Voice Mail. Apps...

  • Page 164: Settings

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

  • Page 165: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device settings. ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap  Settings. – or – Drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap  Settings.

  • Page 166: Connections

    Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.

  • Page 167: 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). Connect to a Wi‑Fi Network To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: 1.
  • Page 168 4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network: • Network name: Enter the name of the Wi-Fi network. • Security: Select a security option and enter your password. • Auto reconnect: Connect to this network automatically whenever available. • Show advanced options: Add advanced options such as IP settings and Proxy settings.
  • Page 169 • WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not configurable). • Keep Wi‑Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi. • Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. •...

  • Page 170: Bluetooth

    3. Tap Wi‑Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices. 4. Select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection. Share Data with Wi‑Fi Direct Share data with another device using Wi-Fi Direct. 1. Connect your phone to the device using Wi-Fi Direct. 2.

  • Page 171: Pair With A Bluetooth Device

    Pair with a Bluetooth Device The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process. Once a pairing is created, the devices continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re-enter a passcode.

  • Page 172: 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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth.

  • Page 173: Disconnect From A Bluetooth Device

    Connect with a Bluetooth Device Listen to music using a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth.

  • Page 174: Phone Visibility

    Phone Visibility Allow other devices to find your mobile device and transfer files. To enable or disable Phone visibility: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Phone visibility, and then tap On/Off.
  • Page 175 Turn Mobile Data On or Off Enable or disable mobile data use on your phone. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Data usage > Mobile data to turn mobile data on or off. Create an Alert for Mobile Data Usage Receive alerts when mobile data use reaches a warning amount you set.

  • Page 176: Airplane Mode

    Additional Mobile Data Usage Options Configure more options for mobile data usage. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Data usage. The following options are available: • Bill cycle: Set the day of the month to start the bill cycle for your device.

  • Page 177: Nfc And Payment

    NFC and Payment NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your device with another compatible device. Enable NFC Activate NFC to allow your device to exchange data with other NFC devices. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 178: Mobile Hotspot

    Tap and Pay Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making purchases on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > NFC and payment. 3.
  • Page 179 Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to Mobile hotspot. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. 3.
  • Page 180 Allowed Devices List Control whether devices connect to your Mobile hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Mobile hotspot name and password. Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service.
  • Page 181 Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap  More options > Configure mobile hotspot for the following settings: •...

  • Page 182: Tethering

    Wi‑Fi Sharing Your Wi-Fi network may be shared with other devices. Be aware that your device may switch between your saved Wi-Fi networks without notice. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

  • Page 183: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > Mobile networks for options: • Data roaming: Enable or disable data while roaming on other mobile networks.
  • Page 184 4. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined: • High accuracy: Uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks. • Battery saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). • Phone only: Uses GPS only. 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: •...

  • Page 185: Nearby Device Scanning

    Location Services Google Location History stores and uses your device’s most recent ™ location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 186: Printing

    Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Connections > More connection settings > Printing. 3. Tap Download plug‑in, and follow the prompts to add a print service.

  • Page 187: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN. For more information, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 221. Set Up and Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to add, edit, or delete a VPN connection to your device.

  • Page 188: Ethernet

    Connect to or Disconnect from Your VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting to and disconnecting from the VPN is easy. To connect to a VPN: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings >...

  • Page 189: Sounds And Vibration

    Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.

  • Page 190: Sound Mode

    Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Sounds and vibration > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: •...

  • Page 191: Vibrations

    Vibrations Configure your device’s vibrations. Vibrate While Ringing Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when you receive a call. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Sounds and vibration > Vibrate while ringing to enable this option.

  • Page 192: Volume

    Volume Set the system volume level and default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. Volume Key Default Set the Volume key to adjust the ringtone or media volume by default. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 193: Ringtone

    Media Volume Limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized users from changing this setting. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Sounds and vibration > Volume. 3.

  • Page 194: Notification Sounds

    Notification Sounds Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Sounds and vibration > Notification sounds and configure the following options: • Default notification sound: Choose a default sound for all notifications.

  • Page 195: Do Not Disturb

    Do Not Disturb This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode. To activate Do not disturb mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 196: Key-Tap Feedback

     Settings > Sounds and vibration, and then tap to enable each option: • Dialing keypad tones: Play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. • Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Keyboard vibration: Enable vibrations when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Settings...

  • Page 197: Sound Quality And Effects

    Sound Quality and Effects You can enable sound effects when connected to a headset. Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset (not included) is connected. Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 198: Separate App Sound

    Separate App Sound You can choose to have an app play sound on a speaker or headphones separate from the rest of the sounds on your phone. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Sounds and vibration > Separate app sound. 3.

  • Page 199: Notifications

    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations.

  • Page 200: Block App Notifications

    Block App Notifications Block notifications for apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app or All apps to enable or disable notifications. Customize App Notifications Customize notification settings for each application individually.

  • Page 201: Display

    Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings.

  • Page 202: Screen Brightness

    Screen Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display. 3. Customize options under Brightness: •...

  • Page 203: Screen Mode

    Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Screen mode and choose a screen mode: • Tap Adaptive display if you want your device to automatically optimize the display to match the type of image displayed and other criteria, such as battery level.

  • Page 204: Screen Zoom And Font

    Screen Zoom and Font You can set the screen zoom level and the font size and style. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Screen zoom and font for the following options: •...

  • Page 205: 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: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 206: Icon Frames

    Icon Frames You can show icons with shaded frames to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Icon frames and choose one of the following options: •...

  • Page 207: Status Bar

    Status Bar Configure display options for the Status bar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Status bar. • Tap Show recent notifications only to display only the three most recent notification icons on the Status bar. •...

  • Page 208: Screen Timeout

    Screen Timeout Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Display > Screen timeout and choose a time period. Keep Screen Turned Off You can prevent the screen from turning on while the device is in a dark place, such as a pocket or a bag.

  • Page 209: Smart Stay

    4. Configure options: • Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors. • Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table. Tap Settings for options. • Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame.  Settings for options. •...

  • Page 210: One-Handed Mode

    One-Handed Mode Change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one hand. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Advanced features > One‑handed mode. 3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following: •...

  • Page 211: Wallpapers And Themes

    Wallpapers and Themes You can change the appearance of your device with custom wallpapers, themes, and icons.

  • Page 212: Wallpapers

    Wallpapers 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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Wallpapers and themes > Wallpapers. 3.

  • Page 213: Themes

    Themes Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Wallpapers and themes > Themes. 3. Tap a theme to view a preview of the theme. •...

  • Page 214: Always On Displays (Aods)

    Always On Displays (AODs) Apply custom layouts for the Always On Display. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Wallpapers and themes > AODs. 3. Tap a layout to view a preview of the AOD. •...

  • Page 215: Device Maintenance

    Device Maintenance View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources.

  • Page 216: Quick Optimization

    Quick Optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: • Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. • Scanning for malware. To use the quick optimization feature: 1.

  • Page 217: Performance Mode

    • Unmonitored apps: Select apps to exclude from being put to sleep by the App power monitor. •  More options > Advanced settings: Configure advanced battery settings and notifications, such as Fast cable charging, or showing a battery percentage in the Status bar. Performance Mode Optimize your device’s performance features to best fit your usage.

  • Page 218: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Device maintenance > Storage. Used memory is divided into: •...
  • Page 219 Memory Card (SD Card) Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory is displayed in the Storage setting. For more information, see “Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card” on page 6. Mount a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use.

  • Page 220: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Device maintenance > Storage. 3.

  • Page 221: Memory

    Memory Check the amount of available memory. You can close background apps and reduce the amount of memory you are using to speed up your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Device maintenance > Memory. •...

  • Page 222: Google Voice Typing

    Google Voice Typing Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice typing. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Language and input. 3. Tap Virtual keyboard > Google voice typing. •...
  • Page 223 Manage Virtual Keyboards Enable or disable virtual keyboards. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Language and input. 3. Tap Virtual keyboard > Manage keyboards. 4. Tap each keyboard to enable or disable. Physical Keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device (sold separately).
  • Page 224 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Language and input > Text‑to‑speech for options: • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. •...

  • Page 225: Date And Time

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

  • Page 226: Report Diagnostic Information

    Report Diagnostic Information This feature sends diagnostic information about your device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Report diagnostic information to enable or disable this feature. Reset Reset device and network settings.

  • Page 227: Factory Data Reset

    Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Reset > Reset network settings. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device.
  • Page 228 Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, it can take 24 hours for the password reset to sync with all devices registered to the account. Before resetting your device: 1. Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage area.

  • Page 229: Software Update

    Auto Restart Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at set times. Any unsaved data will be lost when the device restarts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > General management > Reset > Auto restart. 3.

  • Page 230: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings.

  • Page 231: Set A Screen Lock

    Set a Screen Lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a Screen lock. Options vary based on the screen lock type. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level of security: •...

  • Page 232: Always On Display Settings

    4. Choose a screen lock option: • Smart Lock: Unlock your mobile device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is required for this feature. • Secure lock settings: Set your secure lock functions such as Secured lock time and Smart lock.

  • Page 233: Lock Screen And Aod Settings

    • Show always: Enable to show the Always On Display at all times. Set schedule: If you disable Show always, then set a schedule for when to start and end Always On Display. • About Always On Display: View the current software version and license information.

  • Page 234: Samsung Pass

    Samsung Pass Use Samsung Pass to access your favorite services with biometric data. You must sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Pass. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > Samsung Pass.

  • Page 235: Unknown Sources

    Secure Folder Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. You must sign in to your Samsung account in order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

  • Page 236: Secure Startup

    Secure Startup Protect your device by requiring a numeric PIN or password to be entered before it starts up. You must have a secured screen lock for this option to be available. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 237: Set Up Sim Card Lock

    Set Up SIM Card Lock Require your SIM card PIN to unlock and use your SIM card. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts.

  • Page 238: 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. Device Administration Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.

  • Page 239: 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, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 240: Advanced Security Settings

    Advanced Security Settings Use these options to configure advanced security settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following advanced options: • Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected.

  • Page 241: Accounts

    Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.

  • Page 242: Samsung Cloud

    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts > Samsung Cloud. • If a Samsung account has not been added, follow the prompts to add one. 3. Once a Samsung account is configured, the following options are available: •...

  • Page 243: My Profile

    Manage your personal information and Samsung account details. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts > My Profile. • If a Samsung account has not been added, follow the prompts to add one. Settings...

  • Page 244: Add An Account

    Add an Account You can add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts >  Add account. 3.

  • Page 245: Account Settings

    Account Settings Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your service provider for more information on your account’s settings.

  • Page 246: Backup And Restore

    Backup and Restore Back up your data to your Samsung or Google accounts. Samsung Account Enable backup of your information to your Samsung account. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts > Backup and restore for options: •...

  • Page 247: Google Settings

    Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Customize Google To customize your Google settings: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Google, and select an option to customize: • Location: Configure your Google location settings. •...

  • Page 248: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.samsung.com.

  • Page 249: Vision

    Vision You can turn on Accessibility features to assist with visual aspects of the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Accessibility > Vision, and tap an option: • Voice Assistant: Give spoken feedback to assist blind and low-vision users.
  • Page 250 High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background. • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.

  • Page 251: Hearing

    Mute all sounds: Turn off all notifications and audio for privacy. • Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available.

  • Page 252: Dexterity And Interaction

    Dexterity and Interaction You can turn on Accessibility features to assist with dexterity and interaction aspects of the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Accessibility > Dexterity and interaction, and tap an option: •...

  • Page 253: More Accessibility Settings

    More Accessibility Settings Customize additional accessibility features for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Accessibility, and tap an option: • Text‑to‑speech: Set your preferred TTS engine and options. For more information, see “Text-to-Speech Options” on page 214.

  • Page 254: Accessibility Services

    Accessibility Services Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Accessibility. 3. Other installed accessibility services may be listed and configured under Services. Settings...

  • Page 255: Other Settings

    Other Settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.

  • Page 256: Manage Game Features

    Help View your device’s user manual on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap  Settings > Help. Manage Game Features Automatically arranges all your games in one place. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.

  • Page 257: About Phone

    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. •...

  • Page 258: Getting Help

    Getting Help Additional resources for your device.

  • Page 259: Videos

    Videos samsung.com/spsn Simulators samsungsimulator.com/ Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips/galaxy/ Samsung Support samsung.com/us/support Getting Help...

  • Page 260: Legal

    Legal View legal information for your device.

  • Page 261: Legal Information

    Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“Samsung”). You can opt out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by emailing optout@sea.samsung.com or calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the applicable information.

  • Page 262: Intellectual Property

    The full Arbitration Agreement, Standard Limited Warranty, End User License Agreement (EULA) and Health & Safety Information are also available on the device, in the Samsung legal section of Settings. The location depends on the device, and is usually in the “About device”...

  • Page 263: Open Source Software

    Except as set forth in the Standard Limited Warranty that accompanies the Product, the purchaser takes the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product, including but not limited...
  • Page 264 Nothing contained in the User Manual shall be construed to create an express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the Product. In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of...

  • Page 265: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance

    Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system.
  • Page 266 • Whenever your device gets wet, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If your device has gotten wet, you should dry the inside of the charging port before inserting a power connector to charge your device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your device may operate abnormally.

  • Page 267: Mobile Device

    Internet: samsung.com ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, Samsung Gear, Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files.
  • Page 268 The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. Legal...

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