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USER MANUAL
SM-G398FN
SM-G398FN/DS
English. 04/2020. Rev.1.0
www.samsung.com

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL SM-G398FN SM-G398FN/DS English. 04/2020. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Memory card (microSD card) Camera Attaching a hand strap Gallery Turning the device on and off Multi window Initial setup Samsung Health Samsung account Galaxy Wearable Transferring data from your previous Samsung Members device (Smart Switch) Samsung Notes Understanding the screen...
  • Page 3 114 Screensaver 114 Themes 115 Lock screen 115 Smart Lock 116 Security 117 Secure Folder 121 Accounts and backup 122 Samsung Cloud 123 Google 124 Advanced features 125 Motions and gestures 125 Dual Messenger 126 Digital Wellbeing and parental controls...

  • Page 4: Basics

    Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in. • Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung.
  • Page 5 • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty. • Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection during production and distribution.
  • Page 6 Basics • Do not open the device’s covers when the device is in water or in very humid places, such as swimming pools or bathrooms. • Do not open the back cover using wet hands or when the device is wet. •...

  • Page 7: Device Overheating Situations And Solutions

    • If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved one.
  • Page 8 • Delete unnecessary files or unused apps. • Decrease the screen brightness. • If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 9 Basics Precautions for device overheating If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to the device overheating, stop using the device. When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models. •...

  • Page 10: Device Layout And Functions

    • Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 11 Basics Device layout Speaker Proximity sensor Earphone jack Front camera Speaker XCover key Power key Volume key Touchscreen Home key Recents key Back key Multipurpose jack Microphone (USB Type-C) GPS antenna Flash Rear camera NFC antenna Back cover (on the battery) Main antenna...
  • Page 12 • If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre. • Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations: –...
  • Page 13 Basics Keys Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • Press to turn on or lock the screen. • Press to open the list of recent apps. Recents • Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked. •...

  • Page 14: Battery

    Basics Battery Installing the battery Remove the back cover. Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover. Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the device’s contacts.
  • Page 15 Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly to prevent water and dust from entering the device. Open or loose back cover may allow water and dust to enter the device and cause damage. Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device. Removing the battery Remove the back cover.
  • Page 16 Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
  • Page 17 • If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

  • Page 18: Sim Or Usim Card (Microsim Card)

    SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted. • Use only a microSIM card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
  • Page 19 Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.
  • Page 20 Basics Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards Launch the Settings app and tap Connections → SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 21: Memory Card (Microsd Card)

    To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

  • Page 22: Attaching A Hand Strap

    Doing so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from the misuse of external storage devices.

  • Page 23: Turning The Device On And Off

    Basics Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device. When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

  • Page 24: Initial Setup

    Basics Deactivating emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode, tap → Turn off Emergency mode. Alternatively, press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode. Initial setup When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

  • Page 25: Samsung Account

    Finding your ID and resetting your password If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap Find ID or Reset password on the Samsung account sign-in screen. You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter...

  • Page 26: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device (Smart Switch)

    Basics Removing your Samsung account When you remove your Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. Launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup → Accounts. Tap Samsung account → Personal info → → Remove account.

  • Page 27: Understanding The Screen

    Basics On your device, select an item to bring and tap Transfer. Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device. After the data is done transferring, you can view a list of the transferred data on your device.
  • Page 28 Basics Tapping Tap the screen. Tapping and holding Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds. Dragging Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap the screen.
  • Page 29 Basics Swiping Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
  • Page 30 Basics Home screen and Apps screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 31 Basics Switching between Home and Apps screens On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen. To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the Home key or the Back key. Home screen Apps screen If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping...
  • Page 32 Basics Display the screen in landscape mode On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Home screen settings, and then tap the Rotate to landscape mode switch to activate it. Rotate the device until it is horizontal to view the screen in landscape mode. Moving items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 33 Basics Creating folders Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps. On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Folder name and enter a folder name.
  • Page 34 Basics Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add, delete, or rearrange Home screen panels. •...
  • Page 35 Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. • The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
  • Page 36 Basics Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on. If the screen is off, press the Power key or Home key to turn on the screen.

  • Page 37: Notification Panel

    Basics • Password: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock the screen. • None: Do not set a screen lock method. You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit.
  • Page 38 Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Access the power options. Launch Settings. Quick setting buttons Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings View the notification details and devices and scenes. perform various actions. Control media on your device and connected nearby devices.

  • Page 39: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Additional keyboard functions View more keyboard functions.
  • Page 40 Basics • : Enter text by voice. • : Change the keyboard settings. → • : Add an item from the clipboard. → • : Change the keyboard mode or size. → • : Open the text editing panel. Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text.

  • Page 41: Installing Or Uninstalling Apps

    Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Launch the Galaxy Store app. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 42 Apps and features Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option. • Uninstall: Uninstall downloaded apps. • Disable: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. Some apps may not support this feature. Enabling apps Launch the Settings app, tap Apps →...

  • Page 43: Phone

    Apps and features Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. Enter a phone number. to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts Search for a contact.
  • Page 44 Apps and features Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. To set a number to speed dial, launch the Phone app, tap Keypad or Contacts → → Speed dial numbers, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad.
  • Page 45 Apps and features Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the Send message bar upwards and select a message to send.
  • Page 46 Apps and features Options during calls If the area around the rear camera is covered, unwanted noises may incur during a call. Remove accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers, around the rear camera area. During a voice call The following actions are available: •...
  • Page 47 Apps and features Adding a phone number to Contacts Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. Enter the number. Tap Add to Contacts. Tap Create new contact to create a new contact, or tap Update existing contact to add the number to an existing contact.

  • Page 48: Contacts

    Apps and features Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact Launch the Contacts app and tap Select a storage location. Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information.
  • Page 49 Launch the Settings app, tap Accounts and backup → Accounts and select the account to sync with. Tap Sync account and tap the Contacts switch to activate it. For the Samsung account, tap → Sync settings and tap the Contacts switch to activate Searching for contacts Launch the Contacts app.
  • Page 50 Save and share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature. • To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. • The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 51 Apps and features Tap Add member, select contacts to add to the group, and then tap Done. Tap Save. Sending a group message You can send a group message to a group’s members at the same time. → Groups, select a group, and then tap → Send message. Launch the Contacts app, tap Merging duplicate contacts When you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your...

  • Page 52: Messages

    Apps and features Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. Launch the Messages app and tap Add recipients and enter a message. To record and send a voice message, tap and hold , say your message, and then release your finger.
  • Page 53 Apps and features Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations. On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number. •...

  • Page 54: Internet

    Apps and features Setting a message reminder You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications. If this feature is not activated, launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Advanced settings → Notification reminders, and then tap the switch to activate it. Deleting messages Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations.
  • Page 55 Apps and features To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. To switch between tabs quickly, swipe to the left or right on the address field. Bookmark the current webpage. Refresh the current webpage. Move between pages. Access additional options.

  • Page 56: Email

    Apps and features Changing security settings You can change your password. → Settings → Privacy and security → Secret mode settings → Change password. Deactivating secret mode → Turn off Secret mode. In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time.

  • Page 57: Camera

    Apps and features Reading emails When Email is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve emails, swipe downwards on the top of the emails list. Tap an email on the screen to read it. If email syncing is disabled, new emails cannot be retrieved. To enable email syncing, →...
  • Page 58 Apps and features Taking photos Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Alternatively, drag the lens selection icon to the left or right. Zooming features are available only when using the rear camera.
  • Page 59 Apps and features Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE) You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources. Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked.
  • Page 60 Apps and features Photo mode (Intelligent camera) The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to capture photos easily. The intelligent camera feature automatically recognises the subject and optimises the colour and any effects. On the shooting modes list, tap PHOTO and tap to take a photo.
  • Page 61 Apps and features Face the front camera lens. to take a photo. Applying filter and beauty effects You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking a photo. On the preview screen, tap Select a filter effect or beauty effects and take a photo.
  • Page 62 Apps and features Live focus mode Take photos that focus on the face by blurring the background. • Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light. • The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions: –...
  • Page 63 Apps and features Select a background effect you want. To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar to the left or right. Adjust the intensity of the background effect. Tap Apply to save the photo. Using shooting modes To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen.
  • Page 64 Apps and features Pro mode Capture photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → PRO. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. Available options •...
  • Page 65 Apps and features Customising camera settings Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen, use the following options. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode. • : Activate or deactivate the flash. • : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo. •...
  • Page 66 Apps and features • Front video size: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the front camera. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more memory. • High efficiency video: Record videos in the High Efficiency Video Codec (HEVC) format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s memory.

  • Page 67: Gallery

    Apps and features Gallery Introduction View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories. Viewing images Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures. Select an image. Access additional options. Modify the image.
  • Page 68 Apps and features Viewing videos Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures. Select a video to play. Tap Play video to play the video. Rewind or Access additional fast-forward by options. dragging the bar. Capture the current Create an animated screen.
  • Page 69 Apps and features Viewing albums You can view your images and videos sorted by folders or albums. Launch the Gallery app, tap Albums, and then select an album. Hiding albums You can hide albums. You cannot hide albums created by default, such as the Camera and Screenshots albums.
  • Page 70 Syncing images and videos When you sync your Gallery app with Samsung Cloud, photos and videos you take will also be saved in Samsung Cloud. You can view images and videos saved in Samsung Cloud in your Gallery app and from other devices.

  • Page 71: Multi Window

    Apps and features Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view Pop-up view...
  • Page 72 Apps and features Split screen view Press the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap Open in split screen view. The selected app will launch in the upper window. On the lower window, swipe left or right to select another app to launch.
  • Page 73 Apps and features Pop-up view Press the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap Open in pop-up view. The app screen will appear in the pop-up view. Minimise the window.

  • Page 74: Samsung Health

    Using Samsung Health Launch the Samsung Health app. When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Some features may not be available depending on the region.
  • Page 75 On the Samsung Health home screen, tap Together. Steps The device counts the number of steps you take and measures the distance travelled. On the Samsung Health home screen, tap the steps tracker. Current step total Target • You may experience a brief delay while the steps tracker monitors your steps and then displays your step count.
  • Page 76 (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from Samsung Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes.

  • Page 77: Galaxy Wearable

    You can also share information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest Galaxy news and tips. Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you might encounter while using your device.

  • Page 78: Calendar

    Apps and features When you are finished composing the note, tap Save. Deleting notes Launch the Samsung Notes app. Tap and hold a note to delete. To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete. Tap Delete. Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or reminders in your planner.
  • Page 79 Launch the Settings app, tap Accounts and backup → Accounts, and then select the account to sync with. Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to activate it. For the Samsung account, tap → Sync settings and tap the Calendar switch to activate → → Add new To add accounts to sync with, launch the Calendar app and tap account.

  • Page 80: Voice Recorder

    Apps and features Voice Recorder Use this app to record or play voice memos. Launch the Voice Recorder app. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. • Tap to pause recording. • While making a voice recording, tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark. Start recording.

  • Page 81: Clock

    Apps and features Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. Alarm Launch the Clock app and tap Alarm. Setting alarms in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap Save.

  • Page 82: Calculator

    Apps and features Stopwatch Launch the Clock app and tap Stopwatch. Tap Start to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap Lap. Tap Stop to stop timing. • To restart the timing, tap Resume. • To clear lap times, tap Reset. Timer Launch the Clock app and tap Timer.

  • Page 83: Radio

    Apps and features Radio Listening to the FM radio Launch the Radio app. Before you use this app, you must connect an earphone, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time.

  • Page 84: Game Launcher

    Apps and features Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store into one place for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily. Open games with or without sound.

  • Page 85: Game Booster

    Apps and features Removing a game from Game Launcher Drag the Library panel upwards, tap and hold a game, and then tap Remove from Game Launcher. Changing the performance mode You can change the game performance mode. Launch the Game Launcher app, tap → Game performance → Game performance, and then select the mode you want.
  • Page 86 Apps and features • : Configure settings for Game Booster. • Monitoring temperature / Monitoring memory: Set the device to automatically adjust settings to prevent device overheating and to stop apps running in the background to better manage memory. • Block during game: Lock some features during games. •...

  • Page 87: Bixby Home

    • To view more content, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To fully use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. Opening Bixby Home On the Home screen, swipe to the right.
  • Page 88 Customising the Bixby Home settings On the Bixby Home screen, tap → Settings. • Samsung account: Sign in to your Samsung account. • Customisation Service: Set to use Bixby’s interactive and customised services to enhance your experience.

  • Page 89: Reminder

    • To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To fully use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. • To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be activated.
  • Page 90 Apps and features Creating reminders Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you create a reminder with a specified time or location setting. You can also save various content, such as a single memo or webpage address, and view it later. For example, create a reminder to alert you to ‘Water the flowers when I get home’...

  • Page 91: Kids Home

    Apps and features Kids Home Introduction You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and configure settings to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device. Using Kids Home Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap (Kids Home) to activate it.

  • Page 92: Smartthings

    • My kid’s creations: View the works created from the apps in Kids Home. • Allowed content: Check the apps or content supported by Kids Home and add them. • Show Content page: Set the device to display the Samsung partner’s content page on the Samsung Kids screen.
  • Page 93 • The devices you can connect may vary depending on the region or service provider. Available features may differ depending on the connected device. • Connected devices’ own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty. When errors or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the device’s manufacturer.
  • Page 94 Apps and features Select a device type. Or, tap Scan or tap the search field to search for devices. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect devices. Viewing and controlling connected devices You can view and control the devices. For example, you can check the ingredients in your refrigerator or adjust the TV volume.
  • Page 95 Apps and features Adding scenes Add a scene and register devices to it to control multiple devices at the same time. Launch the SmartThings app. → and select a location. → Scenes → Add scene. Enter the scene name. under Actions to add actions to perform. Tap Save.

  • Page 96: Sharing Content

    Apps and features Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. Launch the Gallery app and select an image. and select a sharing method, such as message and email.

  • Page 97: Google Apps

    TV or monitor. • Link Sharing: Share large files. Upload files to the Samsung storage server and share them with others via a Web link. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
  • Page 98 Apps and features YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later.

  • Page 99: Introduction

    Settings Introduction Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. Launch the Settings app. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections.

  • Page 100: Wi-Fi

    Settings • Mobile networks: Configure your mobile network settings. • Data usage: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit. You can also activate the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in the background from sending or receiving data.
  • Page 101 Settings Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to activate it. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.

  • Page 102: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.

  • Page 103: Nfc And Payment

    Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. Launch the Gallery app and select an image. →...
  • Page 104 Settings Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag appears. Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC tags or receive data. Making payments with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service.

  • Page 105: Data Saver

    Settings Sending data with the NFC feature Transfer data, such as images or contacts, with other devices by touching your device’s NFC antenna to the other device’s NFC antenna. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC and payment and tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 106: Mobile Data Only Apps

    Settings Mobile data only apps Select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. For example, you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected.

  • Page 107: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Settings Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile Hotspot and Tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

  • Page 108: More Connection Settings

    Settings More connection settings Customise settings to control other connection features. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings. • Nearby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. • Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files.
  • Page 109 Settings Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. Select a printer to add. To add printers manually, tap → Add printer. Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap Print →...

  • Page 110: Sounds And Vibration

    Settings Sounds and vibration Options Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration. • Sound mode: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode. • Vibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. •...

  • Page 111: Separate App Sound

    Settings Separate app sound Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the sound of other apps. For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.

  • Page 112: Display

    Settings Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. • Adaptive brightness: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions. •...

  • Page 113: Blue Light Filter

    Settings Blue light filter Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen. On the Settings screen, tap Display → Blue light filter and tap the Turn on now switch to activate it. Drag the adjustment bar to adjust the filter’s opacity. To set the schedule to apply the blue light filter to the screen, tap the Turn on as scheduled switch to activate it and select an option.

  • Page 114: Screensaver

    Settings Screensaver You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging. On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screensaver. Select an option. If you select Photo Frame or Photos, a slideshow with selected images will start. If you select Photo Table, selected images will appear as small cards and overlap.

  • Page 115: Lock Screen

    Settings Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen. The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected. • Screen lock type: Change the screen lock method. • Smart Lock: Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected.

  • Page 116: Security

    • Find My Mobile: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. • Security update: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates.

  • Page 117: Secure Folder

    Secure Folder to be automatically locked and inaccessible. Before saving data in Secure Folder, make sure to back up a copy of the data in another secure location. To use Secure Folder, you must sign in to your Samsung account. Setting up Secure Folder Launch the Settings app and tap Security →...
  • Page 118 • When you launch the Secure Folder app, you must unlock the app using your preset lock method. • If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung account. Tap the button at the bottom of the locked screen, and enter your Samsung account password.
  • Page 119 Tap and hold an app to delete, and tap Uninstall. Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Accounts → Add account.
  • Page 120 (Secure Folder) to deactivate the feature. downwards on the notification panel and tap Backing up and restoring Secure Folder Back up content and apps in Secure Folder to Samsung Cloud using your Samsung account and restore them later. Backing up data Launch the Secure Folder app and tap →...

  • Page 121: Accounts And Backup

    Accounts and backup Options Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also sign in to accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, or transfer data to or from other devices via Smart Switch.

  • Page 122: Samsung Cloud

    Sync the data saved in your device, such as images and videos, with Samsung Cloud and view the data you have saved on Samsung Cloud. You can also back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud and restore it later.

  • Page 123: Google

    Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud → Back up this phone. • To view the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud, on the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud → Restore data →...

  • Page 124: Advanced Features

    • XCover key: View and edit the apps launched when you press the XCover key. • Call & text on other devices: Use your device’s calling and messaging features on other devices signed in to your Samsung account. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 125: Motions And Gestures

    Settings • Game Launcher: Activate the Game Launcher. Refer to Game Launcher for more information. • Dual Messenger: Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app. Refer to Dual Messenger for more information. • Send SOS messages: Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power key three times.

  • Page 126: Digital Wellbeing And Parental Controls

    Settings Tap the switch of an app to install the second app. The second app will be installed. The second app’s icon will be displayed with . When you receive notifications from the second app, the notifications will be displayed with to distinguish them from the first app’s notifications.

  • Page 127: Digital Wellbeing

    Settings Digital Wellbeing View the daily usage history of your device. You can also limit usage time or change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls → Digital Wellbeing. The time the screen was on Number of notifications Number of unlocks Setting timers for apps...

  • Page 128: Device Care

    Settings Device care Introduction The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Optimising your device On the Settings screen, tap Device care → Optimise now. The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions.

  • Page 129: Storage

    The available capacity may change when you update the device. • You can view the available capacity of the internal memory in the Specification section for your device on the Samsung website. Managing the memory To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more, select a category. Then, tick...

  • Page 130: Memory

    If the battery remains fully discharged, the time and date is reset. • Contact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. Refer to Samsung Members for more information. • Reset: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset. You can reset all your settings, or only network settings, or accessibility settings.

  • Page 131: Accessibility

    Settings Adding device languages You can add languages to use on your device. On the Settings screen, tap General management → Language and input → Language → Add language. To view all the languages that can be added, tap → All languages. Select a language to add.

  • Page 132: Software Update

    Settings Software update Update your device’s software via the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also schedule software updates. On the Settings screen, tap Software update. If emergency software updates are released for your device’s security and to block new types of security threats, they will be installed automatically without your agreement.

  • Page 133: About Phone

    Settings About phone Access your device’s information. On the Settings screen, tap About phone. To change your device’s name, tap Edit. • Status: View various device information, such as the SIM card status, Wi-Fi MAC address, and serial number. • Legal information: View legal information related to the device, such as safety information and the open source licence.

  • Page 134: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
  • Page 135 • If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
  • Page 136 Appendix Resetting the device If the methods above do not solve your problem, perform a factory data reset. Launch the Settings app and tap General management → Reset → Factory data reset → Reset → Delete all. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device.
  • Page 137 Appendix The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • Ensure that the charger is connected properly. • If the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off. Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and try charging the battery again.
  • Page 138 • On your device, launch the Settings app, tap General management → Reset → Reset network settings → Reset settings → Reset to reset network settings. You may lose registered information when performing the reset. If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
  • Page 139 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
  • Page 140 No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

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