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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 Home Screen .......18 ......1 Notifications .
  • Page 3 Galaxy Apps ....... .71 Samsung+ ....... . . 95 Gallery .
  • Page 4 Connections ....... . 103 Notification Sounds ......119 Wi‑Fi .
  • Page 5 Reset ........137 Samsung Cloud ......150 Software Update .

  • Page 6: Special Features

    Google Settings ......155 Samsung Support ......166 Legal Accessibility .

  • Page 7: S Pen

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

  • Page 8: Finger Scanner

    Finger 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. For more information, see “Fingerprints” on page 143. Special Features...

  • 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: Set Up Your Device

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

  • Page 11: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install an Optional Memory Card You can install a microSD memory card (not included) ™ to add more memory space to your device. Warning: Small components such as Memory cards can pose a choking risk.

  • Page 12: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using Li‑Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB...
  • Page 13 “Battery” on page 130. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new While charging, the device and the charger may Samsung‑approved cable. become hot when using wireless charging or fast If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign •...

  • Page 14: Start Using Your Device

    Start Using Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Lock or Unlock Your Device The instructions below explain how to turn your device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your on or off. device. By default, the device locks automatically when the To turn the device on: screen times out.
  • Page 15 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.

  • Page 16: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Use the Set Up Wizard Google Account The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome Your new device uses your Google Account to fully ™ screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of utilize its Android features, including Gmail ™...
  • Page 17 “Factory Data Reset” on page 138. up on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove. Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung‑authorized service 3. Tap  More options > Remove account. Confirm center, you should remove your Google Account before when prompted.

  • Page 18: Samsung Account

    – or – account. To create a new Samsung account or set up your – or – Samsung account on your device at any time, use To create a new email account or set up your Accounts settings.

  • Page 19: 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 20: Front View

    Front View Light sensor Front camera Power key Volume key Memory card tray Recent apps Back Home key Learn About Your Device...
  • Page 21 Power key Volume key • • Briefly press to turn on or off the screen. Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio playback. Press and hold to select a power control option. Gently press a volume key to take a photo. Home key •...

  • Page 22: Back View

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

  • Page 23: Home Screen

    Home Screen Status bar App shortcuts Home screen indicator Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 24: Status Bar

    Status Bar Notification Icons The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides New email device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification New Gmail alerts on the left. Status Icons File download in progress Battery full File upload in progress...

  • Page 25: Notifications

    Notifications Settings Quick settings View all Notification cards Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 26: Quick Settings

    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.

  • Page 27: Customize Your Home Screen

    Customize Your Home Screen App Shortcuts To move a shortcut from one Home screen to another: 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. 2. Drag the app shortcut to Move apps and release it.
  • Page 28 Folders To add a widget to a Home screen: 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. 2. Tap Widgets. Create a Folder 3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Home screen, You can create an app folder on a Home screen.
  • Page 29 Remove a Folder from a Home Screen 3. Tap an image to choose it, and then choose which screen you want to use it for: You can remove a folder that you added to a Home screen. Home screen • 1.
  • Page 30 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 31: Navigation

    Navigation Double-Tap Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them. Double‑tap an image to zoom in or out. • Touchscreen Navigation Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light Touch and Hold touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus.

  • Page 32: Pinch And Spread

    Swipe Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across spread by moving your fingers apart. the screen. Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a picture • •...
  • Page 33 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 34: Entering Text

    Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Use the Samsung Keyboard Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Touch and hold Options for the following: Voice input: Enter text using Google Voice ™...
  • Page 35 Apps >  Settings. assistance with capitalization, punctuation, 2. Tap General management > Language and input > and much more. Virtual keyboard > Samsung keyboard for options. Customization: Use alternative characters, text • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type •...
  • Page 36 • Speech output: Select options for spoken To enable Google voice typing: feedback. 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. Offline speech recognition: Download and • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of • install speech recognition engines, allowing you the Space bar) to find it.
  • Page 37 Block offensive words: Hide search results that • contain offensive words. Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a • Bluetooth headset (not included) if one is ® connected. Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 38: Multi Window

    Multi Window Window Controls Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.  Window controls in the middle of the window border for options. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Open in pop-up window: Open the selected app in a pop-up window. Close app: Close the selected app.
  • Page 39 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. 1. Tap  Recent apps. Recently used apps that support Multi window •...

  • Page 40: S Pen

    S Pen Air View The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing different functions. Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content or view information about an item on the screen. For example: Hover over an email in a list to preview the message •...
  • Page 41 Direct Pen Input To change the position of the cursor, drag the • pointer below the cursor to the desired position When filling out a form field in an app (like the Name for editing. or Number fields in the Contacts app), you can open a Handwriting window that allows you to handwrite an To draw images, tap Drawing mode, and tap •...
  • Page 42 Replace the S Pen Tip You can replace the tip of the S Pen. To replace the tip: 1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip. 2. Insert the new pen tip in the end of the S Pen and press until it clicks in place. Learn About Your Device...

  • Page 43: Air Command

    Air Command To launch the Air command menu: View All Notes Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of ► Remove the S Pen from the S Pen slot. the notes you have created. – or – ► Tap Air command >...

  • Page 44: Screen Write

    To launch the Smart select tool: To use Screen Write: 1. Tap Air command >  Smart select. 1. Tap Air command >  Screen write. 2. Tap a shape at the top of the screen, and then 2. The current screen is captured, and a pen tool drag a box with the S Pen to select content.

  • Page 45: Add Shortcuts

    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 46 Air Command Settings Configure settings for Air command. To access Settings: ► Tap Air command >  Settings. The following options are available: Shortcuts: Choose and arrange the shortcuts • that appear on the Air command menu. Floating icon: Choose to enable the •...

  • Page 47: Apps

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

  • Page 48: Using Apps

    Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to Access Apps learn more. You can access and launch all applications from the Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung • Apps list. apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
  • Page 49 Organize Apps To uninstall or disable an app: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Arrange the Order 2. Tap  More options > Edit. Apps that App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your can be uninstalled or disabled display own custom order.
  • Page 50 Use Folders To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an Apps launch it. list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  More options To delete a folder: >...

  • Page 51: Apps Settings

    Apps Settings You can download and install new applications on your 4. Tap  More options for the following options: device. Use Application manager settings to manage Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size or • your downloaded and preloaded applications. name. Warning: Because this device can be configured with Default apps: Choose or change apps that are •...
  • Page 52 5. Tap an application to view and update information Permissions: View permissions granted to the • about the application. The following options are app for access to your device’s information. displayed: Set as default: Set the app as a default for a •...

  • Page 53: Calculator

    Calculator Additional Functions The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. You can perform additional functions on your calculator. Basic Operation To clear the calculator history: You can use your calculator to perform basic operations ► Tap Clear history. and advanced arithmetic functions. –...
  • Page 54 Convert Units of Measurement You can quickly convert units of measurement using the unit converter. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calculator. 2. Tap Unit converter. 3. Select a category and use the drop down menus to choose units of measurement. 4.

  • Page 55: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. 3. Tap Today to return to the current date. Calendar View Create an Event To choose a calendar view: You can use your Calendar to create events. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar.

  • Page 56: Delete A Task

    Delete an Event Delete a Task You can delete events you create from your Calendar. You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar.

  • Page 57: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Beauty Settings Gallery Take a picture Flash Record video Switch cameras Modes, camera, or effects Apps...

  • Page 58: Take Pictures

    Take Pictures To add a shooting mode, swipe to the right and • select a mode. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. To quickly switch between the front and rear • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 59: Record Videos

    Record Videos Configure Shooting Mode Record high‑quality videos using your phone’s video Several visual effects are available. Some modes are camera. not available when taking self‑portraits. Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 60 Hyperlapse: Create your own time lapse video Common • by recording at various frame rates. The frame • Download: Download additional shooting rate is automatically adjusted depending on the modes from the Galaxy Apps store. scene being recorded and the movement of the  More options: See more options for the •...
  • Page 61 Share Pictures and Videos Rear camera • Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher The Gallery application lets you share pictures and resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos on your social networks and messaging apps. pictures take up more memory. You can also send them to another phone or your Video size: Select a resolution.
  • Page 62 Ways to take pictures: Review pictures: Set to show pictures after • • taking them. Tap to take pictures: Tap the screen to take selfies. Storage location: Select the memory location • for storage. This option only appears if an Gesture control: Detect your palm and optional memory card (not included) is installed.

  • Page 63: Clock

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

  • Page 64: World Clock

    World Clock Alarm tone and volume: Choose a sound to • play for the alarm, and drag the slider to set the The World clock lets you keep track of the current time volume of the alarm. in multiple cities around the globe. Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses •...
  • Page 65 To remove a city from the main World clock screen: Resume: Continue timing after stopping the • clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero. • 2. Tap World clock. 3. Find the city to remove, and then touch and hold it Timer to select it.

  • Page 66: Contacts

    Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts 2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact fields app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your to enter information. existing personal accounts. Choose a storage account for the contact. You •...

  • Page 67: Share A Contact

    Edit a Contact Share a Contact 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add more fields to 2. Tap the contact to select it, and then tap Share. the contact’s list of information.
  • Page 68 Export Contacts To link contacts: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can 2. Tap the contact to select it. manually back them up to an optional installed SD card 3.

  • Page 69: Delete Contacts

    Mark Contacts as Favorites Delete Contacts When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily You can delete a single contact or choose multiple accessible from other apps. Favorites display together contacts to delete. on the Favorites tab in the Phone app. 1.
  • Page 70 Create a Group Add to or Remove Contacts from a Group You can create your own contact groups. You can add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 71: Delete A Group

    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 >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts.

  • Page 72: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email If manually entering recipients, enter additional • accounts in one app. To add an email account, see recipients by separating each entry with a “Email Account” on page 13. semicolon (;).
  • Page 73 Manage the Inbox View Multiple Email Accounts You can view email you receive for multiple accounts There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. on the Combined inbox screen or you can view email 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps > accounts individually.

  • Page 74: Email Settings

    Remove Email Accounts Email Settings To remove an email account: These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps >  Email. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps >  Email.

  • Page 75: Excel

    Excel View, create, and edit spreadsheets on your device. You can unlock the full Excel experience with an Office ® subscription. ™ ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  Excel. Apps...

  • Page 76: 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: ►...

  • Page 77: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap a picture to view it, or first tap an album or folder, and then tap a picture. View Pictures When viewing a picture, you can swipe left or •...

  • Page 78: Play Video

    Play Video Delete: Delete the image from your device. • You can play videos stored on your device. Favorite: Mark the picture as a favorite, and • then access it from the Favorites view. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 79 Edit Video Share Pictures and Videos You can trim segments of a video. You can share pictures and videos from your Gallery. 1. Select a video, and then tap the screen once to see 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 80: Delete Files

    Manage the Gallery Delete Files Organize your pictures and videos. You can delete pictures and videos stored on your device. Albums View 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. In Albums view, you can create albums to organize your 2.

  • Page 81: Google Apps

    Google Apps Drive Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs ™ files. Chrome ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Google folder > Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs,  Drive.
  • Page 82 Google Maps Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and Find your current location and get directions and other contents of your device. location‑based information. ► From a Home screen, tap ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Google folder > Apps >...

  • Page 83: Play Music

    Play Movies & TV Play Store Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, Google Play. You can stream them instantly or magazines, and games in Google Play store. download them for viewing when you are not ►...

  • Page 84: Internet

     Bookmarks: Manage bookmarked pages, saved • pages, and history. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Internet.  More options: Share, save, or bookmark a web • page, open a new secret tab, display Internet app settings, and more.

  • Page 85: View History

    Save and Use Bookmarks To save the current web page: ► Tap  More options > Save web page. The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Saved pages, and History. To view saved web pages: 1. Tap  Bookmarks > Saved pages. Save and Open Bookmarks 2.

  • Page 86: Secret Mode

    To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your Samsung folder >  Internet. browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are 2.

  • Page 87: Kids Mode

    Create a child‑friendly environment on your device. The following apps are available: Drawing, Gallery, Camera, Music. All content available to the child is controlled in the Parental Controls section. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Kids Mode. Apps...

  • Page 88: My Files

    Installation files: View all APK files. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Downloads: View all apps and files that have Samsung folder >  My Files. been downloaded to the device. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
  • Page 89 My Files Options Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  My Files. The following options are available: Search: Search for a file or folder. •  More options: Tap for the following options: •...

  • Page 90: Netflix

    Netflix Watch TV shows and movies, streaming from Netflix. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Netflix. Apps...

  • Page 91: Onedrive

    OneDrive Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive account, which you can ® then access from your personal computer, tablet, or phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  OneDrive. Apps...

  • Page 92: Onenote

    OneNote Stay organized using text, pictures, or audio notes. Create Quick Notes or review and edit shared OneNote ® notebooks using OneDrive. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  OneNote. Apps...

  • Page 93: Pen.up

    This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble, or paint. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  PEN.UP. Apps...

  • Page 94: Powerpoint

    PowerPoint View, create, and edit presentations on your device. You can unlock the full PowerPoint experience with an ® Office 365 subscription. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  PowerPoint. Apps...

  • Page 95: Recolor

    Recolor Recolor is the world’s favorite coloring book on mobile. It is the most polished and high‑quality coloring book on mobile, including +1100 beautiful art illustrations. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Recolor. Apps...

  • Page 96: Samsung Flow

    Samsung Flow Connect your phone and tablet with Samsung Flow. You can then view notifications and reply to messages from your phone on your connected tablet. You can also use Mobile hotspot to access the Internet on your tablet through your phone’s network connection, while other networks are not available.

  • Page 97: Samsung Kids

    Samsung Kids Samsung Kids is a monthly service that provides easy access to age‑appropriate activities while also using parental security features. The Samsung Kids subscription requires a Samsung account and a Wi‑Fi connection in order to download and access Samsung Kids content.

  • Page 98: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Edit Notes Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes on your device. You can make edits to notes you create. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Compose a Note  Samsung Notes. You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app.

  • Page 99: Notes Options

    2. 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 100: Samsung

    Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Samsung+. Visit samsung.com/us/samsung-plus to learn more. Apps...

  • Page 101: Secure Folder

    Secure Folder Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Secure Folder. Apps...

  • Page 102: Skype

    Skype Hold video and voice calls, and send instant messages to anyone around the world using Skype ® ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  Skype. Apps...

  • Page 103: Soundcamp

    Soundcamp Perform and write music anytime, anywhere on your mobile device. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Soundcamp. Apps...

  • Page 104: Texture

    Texture Texture brings the world’s greatest magazines to life ® on your digital device. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Texture. Visit texture.com to learn more. Apps...

  • Page 105: Word

    Word View, create, and edit documents on your device. You can unlock the full Word experience with an Office 365 subscription. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Microsoft Apps folder >  Word. Apps...

  • Page 106: Settings

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

  • Page 107: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature. Access Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. There are a couple of ways to access your device settings.

  • Page 108: Connections

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

  • Page 109: Wi-Fi

    Wi‑Fi Manually Connect to a Wi‑Fi Network Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local You can connect your device to a Wi‑Fi network Area Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi communication requires manually. access to a wireless Access Point (AP). 1.
  • Page 110 Show advanced options: Add advanced options WPS push button: Set up a connection to a • • such as IP settings and Proxy settings. WPS (Wi‑Fi Protected Setup) router or other equipment. 5. Tap Connect to store the new information and connect to your target wireless Access Point.
  • Page 111 Wi-Fi Direct Send and Receive Data with Wi-Fi Direct Share data with another device using Wi‑Fi Direct. Wi‑Fi Direct allows direct device‑to‑device connections using Wi‑Fi, without having to connect to a Wi‑Fi 1. Connect your phone to the device using Wi‑Fi network.

  • Page 112: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth‑compatible devices, display and operations Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology may be different, and functions such as transfer or that connects your device wirelessly to a number of exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands‑free car compatible devices.
  • Page 113 Send and Receive Data 3. Tap the name of the target device when you see it displayed in the Bluetooth devices section. with Bluetooth Your device automatically tries to pair with the • Use Bluetooth to transfer information between your target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter phone and another Bluetooth‑enabled device.

  • Page 114: Disconnect From A Bluetooth Device

    Receive Data Using Bluetooth 3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list. Share data with another device using Bluetooth. When the device is connected to your phone, •  Bluetooth connected is displayed in the 1. When another device attempts to send a file to your status bar.

  • Page 115: Tablet Visibility

    Data Usage Unpair from a Bluetooth Device When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and devices no longer recognize each other. To connect restrictions to conserve it. Your service provider may again, you have to pair the devices.

  • Page 116: Airplane Mode

    Location Restrict Data Usage Prevent apps that are running in the background from Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require using certain Wi‑Fi network. one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 117 Battery saving: Uses Wi‑Fi and mobile networks 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. • (no GPS). 4. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to Device only: Uses GPS only. view the app’s settings. • 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for Location Services determining your location: Google Location History™...

  • Page 118: Nearby Device Scanning

    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. This function uses 1.

  • Page 119: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    Virtual Private Networks To edit or delete a VPN: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. (VPN) 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings > Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks VPN. (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before 3.

  • Page 120: Ethernet

    Ethernet Connect to or Disconnect from Your VPN Manage your Ethernet connections. Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting to 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. and disconnecting from the VPN is easy. 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings. To connect to a VPN: 3.

  • Page 121: Sounds And Vibration

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

  • Page 122: Sound Mode

    Sound Mode 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 123: Vibration Intensity

    Vibration Intensity Media Volume Limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized users from notifications, and haptic feedback. changing this setting. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 124: Notification Sounds

    Notification Sounds 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 125: System Sounds

    Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the • Samsung keyboard is tapped. Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you • unlock the screen. Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is keyboard is tapped. • connected.

  • Page 126: Sound Quality And Effects

    Sound Quality and 4. Tap On/Off to enable each option: Effects UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution • of music and videos for a clearer listening experience. You can enable sound effects when connected to a headset. Sound effects are only available when Surround: Recreate the effects of rich surround •...

  • Page 127: Notifications

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

  • Page 128: Notifications Settings

    Notifications Settings The following topics cover your phone’s Notifications settings options. To access notification settings: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. Tap Advanced to configure more notification •...

  • Page 129: Display

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

  • Page 130: Screen Brightness

    Screen Brightness Blue Light Filter Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings Use Blue light filter at night to help you sleep better. or personal preference. You may also want to adjust You can set a schedule to automatically turn this screen brightness to conserve battery power.

  • Page 131: Screen Mode

    Screen Mode Screen Zoom and Font Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can set the font size and style for all text that is displayed on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 132: Home Screen

    Home Screen Icon Frames Customize your Home screen by adding application You can show icons with shaded frames to make them shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. To customize Home screen: 1.

  • Page 133: Status Bar

    Status Bar Screen Saver Configure display options for the Status bar. Screen saver controls what is displayed on the screen when the device is docked (dock not included) or while 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. charging. You can choose to display colors or photos. 2.

  • Page 134: Device Maintenance

    Device Maintenance Device maintenance 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.

  • Page 135: Quick Optimization

    Quick Optimization Battery The quick optimization feature improves device View how battery power is used for device activities. performance through the following actions: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Identifying apps that use excessive battery power • 2.

  • Page 136: Storage

    Storage To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, 2. Tap Device maintenance > Storage. or format an optional memory card (not included). 3. Tap Clean now and follow the prompts. Device Memory Memory Card (SD Card) View and manage the memory used by the device.

  • Page 137: Remove A Memory Card

    Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on automatically mounted (connected to the device) and the memory card, unmount the card before removing it prepared for use.

  • Page 138: Memory

    Format a Memory Card 3. To free up as much RAM as possible, tap Clean now and follow the prompts. Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back up your music and photo files that are stored on the The selected apps and services in the list will be •...

  • Page 139: Language And Input

    Language and Input Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store. Configure your device’s language and input settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input > Language Virtual keyboard. You can select a default language for your device’s 3.
  • Page 140 Physical Keyboard Handwriting Recognition Language If you use a physical keyboard with your device, you can Handwriting can be recognized in S Note and Action still show the virtual keyboard on the screen. Memo. Use this option to select a language that will be used by the device to recognize your handwriting.

  • Page 141: Pointer Speed

    Text-to-speech for options: Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the • trackpad (not included). Samsung or Google Text‑to‑speech engine. Settings next to each TTS engine for 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 142: Date And Time

    Date and Time Report Diagnostic Info By default, your device receives date and time This feature sends diagnostic information about your information from the wireless network. When you are device when you are having technical problems. outside network coverage, you may want to set date 1.

  • Page 143: Reset Settings

    Reset Settings Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to its factory default settings, You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all which resets everything except the security, language, data from your device. and account settings. Personal data is not affected. This action permanently erases ALL data from the 1.

  • Page 144: Auto Restart

    Auto Restart Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, it can take 24 hours for the password reset to sync with Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at all devices registered to the account. set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and battery power is more than 30 percent.

  • Page 145: Software Update

    Software Update Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Software update for the following options: Download updates manually: Check for and • install available software updates. Scheduled software updates: Set a time to •...

  • Page 146: Lock Screen And Security

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

  • Page 147: Set A Screen Lock

    Set a Screen Lock None: Do not lock the screen. • Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to • It is recommended that you secure your device using unlock the screen. This option provides medium a Screen lock. Options vary based on the screen lock to high security.
  • Page 148 If no fingerprints are registered, you are • your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in prompted to choose a secure screen lock and to your Samsung account. scan your fingerprint. Follow the prompts to Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique complete setup.

  • Page 149: Find My Mobile

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. deleted remotely. You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Fingerprints for the Find My Mobile.

  • Page 150: Unknown Sources

    Google location service. This service must be on Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. in order to find your device. You must sign in to your Samsung account in order to Unknown Sources use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for your device.

  • Page 151: Encrypt Sd Card

    View Passwords Send security reports: Use Wi‑Fi to send • security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 152: Device Administration

    Device Administration 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security Manage your device administrators and application settings for the following Credential storage installation privileges. options: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 153: Advanced Security Settings

    Advanced Security Usage data access: View the applications that • can access your device’s usage history. Settings Notification access: View the applications that • can access notifications you receive on your Use these options to configure advanced security device. settings. Do not disturb permission: View which apps •...

  • Page 154: Accounts

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

  • Page 155: Samsung Cloud

    Calendar (Samsung account): Sync your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. events and tasks. 2. Tap Cloud and accounts > Samsung cloud. Samsung Notes: Sync your notes and If a Samsung account has not been added, • categories.

  • Page 156: Accounts

    3. Tap one of the account types. remove your Samsung account. 4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and FAQ: Launch the Samsung help web site set up the account. to view additional information based on frequently asked questions.

  • Page 157: Users

    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 >  Settings. the same type.
  • Page 158 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 other local accounts associated with the user. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 159: Backup And Restore

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

  • Page 160: Google Settings

    Google Settings Search & Now: Configure your Google search • settings and Google Now settings. Configure your device’s Google settings. Set up nearby device: Set up another device • using Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth. Customize Google To customize your Google settings: 1.

  • Page 161: 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 162: Vision

    High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the • personal data and credit card numbers. It Samsung keyboard and change its colors to may also log your user interface interactions increase the contrast between the keys and the with the device.

  • Page 163: Hearing

    Mute all sounds: Turn off all notifications and • from white text on a black background to black audio for privacy. text on a white background. Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles • Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen • with multimedia files when available.

  • Page 164: Dexterity And Interaction

    Dexterity and Click after pointer stops: If you use a mouse • with your device, tap On/Off to enable Interaction this option, which causes your device to automatically click when the mouse cursor stops To set accessibility settings related to dexterity and moving.

  • Page 165: More Accessibility Settings

    More Accessibility Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms, • calendar events, and timer alerts, and answer or Settings reject incoming calls with a single tap. Manage accessibility: Import and export • To set more accessibility settings: your accessibility settings, or share them with 1.

  • Page 166: Other Settings

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

  • Page 167: S Pen Settings

    2. Tap Advanced features > S Pen to configure the the S Pen while the screen is turned off and then following settings: writing on the screen. Screen off notes are saved in Samsung Notes. General Air command: Configure the Air command •...

  • Page 168: Accessories

    Accessories Games: Manage useful features while you play • games. Configure options when using a book cover Game launcher: Automatically arranges all (not included). your games in one place. Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure Game tools: When enabled, a button lock is turned off.

  • Page 169: About Device

    • Direct share: Share content with specific people • legal information, including your embedded directly using the sharing panel from within any Samsung legal information. app. • Device name: View and change your device’s name. Additional device information includes the •...

  • Page 170: Getting Help

    Getting Help Additional resources for your device.

  • Page 171: Videos

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

  • Page 172: Legal

    Legal View legal information for your device.

  • Page 173: Legal Information

    MOBILE DEVICE. on the device at: Settings > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal. Samsung Limited Warranty ‑ This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty You may also access the online version for your INCLUDING THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE device at:...

  • Page 174: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers. All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its Open Source Software respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile Some software components of this product, including device, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’...
  • Page 175 Except as set forth in the express warranty contained In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any on the warranty page enclosed with the product, the damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or purchaser takes the product “as is”, and Samsung...

  • Page 176: Mobile Device

    Samsung Knox WARNING: Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be Not for children under 3 years.
  • Page 177 Phone: 1‑800‑SAMSUNG (726‑7864) Internet: samsung.com ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, and S Pen 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.

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