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USER MANUAL
SM-T580
English (EU). 12/2018. Rev.1.0
www.samsung.com

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL SM-T580 English (EU). 12/2018. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Device layout and functions Email Battery Camera Memory card (microSD card) Gallery Turning the device on and off Multi window Initial setup Memo Samsung account Calendar Transferring data from your previous My Files device Clock Understanding the screen Calculator Notification panel SmartThings...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Settings Appendix Introduction 110 Troubleshooting Connections 116 Removing the battery Wi-Fi Bluetooth More connection settings Sound Notifications Display Screensaver Wallpaper Advanced features Device maintenance Apps Lock screen Smart Lock Security Private mode Secure Folder 103 Cloud and accounts 104 Users 105 Google 106 Accessibility...

  • Page 4: Basics

    • D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.
  • Page 5 Basics • D epending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the Settings app and tap About tablet →...

  • Page 6: Device Overheating Situations And Solutions

    • I f 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 7 • D elete unnecessary files or unused apps. • D ecrease the screen brightness. • I f 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 8 Basics Device limitations when the device overheats 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. • I f the device becomes hotter than usual, a device overheating message will appear. To lower the device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be limited and battery charging will stop.

  • Page 9: Device Layout And Functions

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 10 Basics Device layout Front camera Light sensor Power key Volume key Touchscreen Memory card slot Home key Recents key Back key Multipurpose jack Microphone Headset jack GPS antenna Main antenna Rear camera Flash Loud speaker Loud speaker...
  • Page 11 – If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device – If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
  • Page 12 Basics Keys Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • P ress to turn on or lock the screen. • T ap to open the list of recent apps. Recents •...

  • Page 13: Battery

    Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
  • Page 14 • I f you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

  • Page 15: Memory Card (Microsd Card)

    To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. • S ome 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 16 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 17: 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 18: Initial Setup

    Basics 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. The initial setup procedures may vary depending on the device’s software and your region.
  • Page 19 Basics Sign in to your Samsung account. You can enjoy Samsung services and keep your data up to date and secure across all of your devices. Refer to Samsung account for more information. Select features you want to use and complete the initial setup.

  • Page 20: Samsung Account

    Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can keep your data up to date and secure across your Samsung devices with Samsung Cloud, track and control your lost or stolen device, and more.
  • Page 21 Tap DONE to finish registering your Samsung account. Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. Launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts → Accounts.

  • Page 22: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device

    Basics Transferring data from your previous device You can restore your data, such as images, contacts, messages, and apps from Samsung Cloud. You can also copy them from your previous device via Smart Switch. • T his feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
  • Page 23 Basics On the previous device, launch Smart Switch. If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. On your device, launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts → Smart Switch. Place the devices near each other. On the previous device, tap WIRELESS →...
  • Page 24 Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
  • Page 25 Basics Samsung Cloud Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your new device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer Samsung account for more information.

  • Page 26: Understanding The Screen

    SAMSUNG CLOUD DRIVE. Tap each card and enter the next page. You can change the settings or check the saved data. • Y ou can check the backup data in your Samsung account by using the BACKUP AND RESTORE option. Select your device and tap Restore data.
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 Basics Double-tapping Double-tap the screen. Swiping Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
  • Page 29 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. A widget An app A folder...
  • Page 30 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 tap 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 31 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. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
  • Page 32 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 33 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 34 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 the Home key to turn on the screen.
  • Page 35 Basics Changing the screen lock method To change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen → Screen lock type, and then select a method. When you set a pattern, PIN, or password for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device.

  • Page 36: Notification Panel

    Basics After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen: • S croll capture: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page, such as a webpage. When you tap Scroll capture, the screen will automatically scroll down and more content will be captured.
  • Page 37 Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Launch Settings. Quick setting buttons View the notification details and perform various actions. Clear all notifications. Access the notification settings. Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons.

  • Page 38: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more. • W hen the keyboard is opened for the first time, the keyboard setup screen will appear. Set the input language, keyboard type, and keyboard settings and then tap START.
  • Page 39 Basics Additional keyboard functions • : Predict words based on your input and show word suggestions. To return to the keyboard functions list, tap • : Enter emoticons. • : Enter stickers. • : Attach animated GIFs. •...

  • Page 40: Apps And Features

    Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Open the Samsung folder and launch the Galaxy Apps app. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 41 Apps and features Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option. • D isable: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. • U ninstall: Uninstall downloaded apps. Enabling apps Launch the Settings app, tap Apps →...

  • Page 42: 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, tap , and then select a storage location. Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information.
  • Page 43 Launch the Settings app, tap Cloud and accounts → Accounts and select the account to sync with. Tap Sync account and tap the Sync 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 44 Apps and features Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. Launch the Contacts app and tap → Share. Select contacts and tap SHARE. Select a sharing method. Merging duplicate contacts When you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your contacts list may include duplicate contacts.

  • Page 45: Internet

    Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing webpages Open the Samsung folder and launch the Internet app. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
  • Page 46 Apps and features Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password. Activating secret mode Tap → Turn on Secret mode. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.

  • Page 47: Email

    Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. Open the Samsung folder and launch the Email app. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register an email account, tap MANUAL SETUP.

  • Page 48: Camera

    Apps and features Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. • D o not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. •...
  • Page 49 Apps and features Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo or tap to record a video. Switch between Shooting modes the front and rear cameras.
  • Page 50 Apps and features Adding another camera button Add another camera button to the location you want on the screen to capture photos more conveniently. Drag to the preview screen. Zooming in and out Use various methods to zoom in or out. •...
  • Page 51 Apps and features 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. Select a shooting mode you want. → Edit camera You can edit the shooting modes list.
  • Page 52 Apps and features Panorama mode Using panorama mode, take a series of photos and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 53 Apps and features Continuous shot mode Take a series of photos of moving subjects. On the shooting modes list, tap CONTINUOUS SHOT. Tap and hold to take several photos continuously. Sports mode Take clearer photos of fast-moving subjects, such as a person running or a pet in motion. On the shooting modes list, tap SPORTS.
  • Page 54 Apps and features Applying beauty effects You can modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self- portraits. This feature is available only in SELFIE and BEAUTY modes. On the preview screen, tap Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself.
  • Page 55 Apps and features Camera settings On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode. REAR CAMERA • P icture size: Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos, but they will take up more memory.

  • Page 56: Gallery

    Apps and features • R eview pictures: Set the device to show photos after capturing them. • S torage location: Select the memory location for storage. This feature will appear when you insert a memory card. • F loating Camera button: Add a camera button that you can place anywhere on the screen.
  • Page 57 Apps and features Viewing images Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES. Select an image. Access additional options. Add the image to favourites. Add a sticker. Draw on the image. Apply a filter or effect. Share the image with others. Modify the image.
  • Page 58 Apps and features Viewing videos Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES. Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. to play the video. Display your videos. Skip to the Access additional previous video. Tap options.
  • Page 59 Apps and features Viewing the details of images and videos You can view file details, such as people, location, and basic information. If there is auto created content, such as a story or a GIF, the content will also be displayed. While viewing an image or on the video preview screen, drag upwards on the screen.
  • Page 60 Apps and features Select albums to hide and tap APPLY. To show albums again, tap → Hide or unhide albums, deselect albums to show, and then tap APPLY. Viewing stories When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories.
  • Page 61 Sharing albums Create albums and share them with your family and friends saved in your contacts. They can view shared albums on devices signed in to their Samsung account, such as smartphones, TVs, or refrigerators. To use this feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.
  • Page 62 Tap DONE. Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud You can sync images and videos saved in Gallery with Samsung Cloud and access them from other devices. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud.

  • Page 63: 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 Tap the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps.
  • Page 64 Apps and features Using additional options Tap the bar between the app windows to access additional options. Add this app pair to the Home screen. Switch locations between app windows. Close the app. Switch the selected window to a pop-up view.
  • Page 65 Apps and features Adding app pairs to the Home screen When you add app pairs to the Home screen, you can launch two apps in the split screen view with a single tap. Tap the bar between the app windows and tap The current app pair will be added on the Home screen.
  • Page 66 Apps and features Pop-up view Tap the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards, tap and hold an app window, and then drag it to Drop here for pop-up view. The app screen will appear in the pop-up view. Minimise the window.

  • Page 67: Memo

    Apps and features Memo Create memos and organise them by category. On the Apps screen, tap Memo. Composing memos on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: • C ategory: Create or set a category. •...

  • Page 68: Calendar

    Apps and features Calendar Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Launch the Calendar app and tap or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details.

  • Page 69: My Files

    Tap Sync account and tap the Sync Calendar switch to activate it. For the Samsung account, tap → Sync settings and tap the Calendar switch to activate To add accounts to sync with, launch the Calendar app and tap → Manage calendars →...

  • Page 70: Clock

    Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. ALARM Open the Samsung folder, launch the Clock app, and then 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 71 Apps and features WORLD CLOCK Open the Samsung folder, launch the Clock app, and then tap WORLD CLOCK. Creating clocks , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap ADD. Deleting clocks Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap DELETE.

  • Page 72: Calculator

    Apps and features TIMER Open the Samsung folder, launch the Clock app, and then tap TIMER. Set the duration, and then tap START. To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field. Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off.

  • Page 73: Smartthings

    Apps and features SmartThings Introduction Connect to nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or other smartphones, easily and quickly. You can also control and manage TVs, home appliances, and Internet of Things (IoT) products with your tablet. • C onnecting with nearby devices: Connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or wearable devices, easily and quickly.
  • Page 74 • T o use SmartThings, your tablet and other devices must be connected to a Wi-Fi network. • T o fully use SmartThings, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account. • T he devices you can connect may vary depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 75 Apps and features Select a device from the list. under ADD DEVICE MANUALLY and select a If there is no device on the list, tap device type. Or, tap Search and enter the device or model name. Follow the on-screen instructions to register devices. Viewing and controlling connected devices You can view and control the devices.
  • Page 76 Apps and features Adding scenes Add a scene and register devices to it to control multiple devices at the same time with a single tap of a button or with a voice command. Launch the SmartThings app, select a location, tap → Add scene, and then set scene options.

  • Page 77: Sharing Content

    Apps and features Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. Launch the Gallery app and select an image. and select a sharing method, such as message and email. When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted will appear on the sharing options panel.

  • Page 78: Kids Mode

    Apps and features Using additional feature • S hare to device: Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth, or with SmartThings supported devices. You can also view your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your device to a Smart View-enabled TV or monitor. When the image is sent to the recipients’...

  • Page 79: Google Apps

    Apps and features Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 80 Apps and features YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Hangouts Send messages, images, and emoticons to your friends and have video calls with them.

  • Page 81: 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 82: Wi-Fi

    Settings • F light mode: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight mode.
  • Page 83 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 then 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 84: Bluetooth

    • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature. Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Connections →...
  • Page 85 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 86: More Connection Settings

    Settings More connection settings Customise settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings. • N earby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. • P rinting: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files.

  • Page 87: Sound

    Settings Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it. The device searches 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 88: Notifications

    Settings • C harging sound: Set the device to sound when it is connected to a charger. • K eyboard sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. • S ound quality and effects: Configure additional sound settings. •...

  • Page 89: Display

    Settings Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • B rightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. • A uto brightness: Set the device to save power by adjusting the brightness of the display automatically.

  • Page 90: Wallpaper

    Settings to select albums for displaying images. When you are finished, tap the Back key. To preview the selected option, tap PREVIEW. When you tap the screen while your screensaver is displayed, the screen will turn on. Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper.

  • Page 91: Device Maintenance

    Settings Device maintenance The device maintenance 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. Battery Device security Storage Memory Using the quick optimisation feature On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance →...
  • Page 92 Settings Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Battery. • T he usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out.

  • Page 93: Apps

    The available capacity may change when you update the device. • Y ou 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 residual files, such as cache, tap CLEAN NOW. To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more, select a category under USER DATA.

  • Page 94: 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. • S creen lock type: Change the screen lock method. •...

  • Page 95: Security

    • F ind 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. You can also allow the Google location service to provide more accurate information about the location of your device.

  • Page 96: Private Mode

    Settings • S ecure startup: Protect your device by setting it to require a screen unlock code when turning on the device. You must enter the unlock code to start the device and receive messages and notifications. • E ncrypt SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card. If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device will not be able to read your encrypted files.
  • Page 97 Settings Viewing hidden content You can view hidden items only when private mode is activated. On the Settings screen, tap Security → Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the preset private mode access code. On the Apps screen, tap My Files →...

  • Page 98: Secure Folder

    Settings Secure Folder Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and contacts, from being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is unlocked. Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB or Wi-Fi Direct.
  • Page 99 • W hen you launch the Secure Folder app, you must unlock the app using your preset lock method. • I f you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung account. Tap the reset button at the bottom of the locked screen, and enter your Samsung account password.
  • Page 100 Settings Moving content to Secure Folder Move content, such as photos and contacts, to Secure Folder. The following actions are an example of moving an image from the default storage to Secure Folder. Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Add files. Tap Images, tick images to move, and then tap DONE.
  • Page 101 Tap Edit apps, tick apps, and then tap Disable or 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 102 Settings 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 → Settings → Backup and restore.

  • Page 103: Cloud And Accounts

    • S amsung Cloud: Manage the content that you want to store securely in Samsung Cloud. Check the usage status of your Samsung Cloud storage, and sync, back up, and restore your data.

  • Page 104: Users

    Settings Users Set up additional user accounts for other users to use the device with personalised settings, such as email accounts, wallpaper preferences, and more. Following types of user accounts are available: • A dministrator: The administrator account is created only when setting up the device for the first time, and cannot be created more than one.

  • Page 105: Google

    Settings Switching users Tap the user account icon at the top of the locked screen and select an account to switch to. Locked screen Managing users When using the owner account, you can delete accounts or change the settings for restricted accounts.

  • Page 106: Accessibility

    Power key and the Volume Up key simultaneously or press the Home key three times quickly. • A ccessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate Voice Assistant or Samsung universal switch when you press and hold the Volume Up key and the Volume Down key simultaneously for more than 3 seconds.

  • Page 107: General Management

    If the battery remains fully discharged, the time and date is reset. • M arketing information: Set whether to receive Samsung marketing information, such as special offers, membership benefits, and newsletters. • R eset: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset. You can reset all your settings and network settings.

  • Page 108: 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 109: About Tablet

    Settings About tablet Access your device’s information. On the Settings screen, tap About tablet. To change your device’s name, tap EDIT. • S tatus: View various device information, such as the Wi-Fi MAC address and serial number. • L egal information: View legal information related to the device, such as safety information and the open source licence.
  • Page 110 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 111 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions.
  • Page 112 • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • W hen you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced.
  • Page 113 • F ree some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • R estart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 114 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 115 Show control on top switch to activate it. Samsung Cloud does not work • E nsure that you are connected to a network properly. • D uring a Samsung Cloud’s service check, you cannot use Samsung Cloud. Try again later.
  • Page 116 • S amsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort, including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.
  • Page 117 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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