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  • Page 1 User manual...
  • Page 2 Record videos Camera settings Gallery: View pictures Edit pictures Play video Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Take a screenshot Samsung apps AR Zone Galaxy Store Galaxy Wearable Game Launcher SmartThings Calculator Calendar Clock Contacts Internet...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Face recognition Fingerprint scanner Accounts: Add an account Account settings Remove an account Backup and restore Google settings Backup: Samsung account Google Account External storage transfer Accessibility: Recommended for you TalkBack Spoken assistance Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity...
  • Page 4 Getting started Galaxy A14 5G Set up your device Start using your device...
  • Page 5 Getting started Galaxy A14 5G Microphone Flash Rear camera Front camera Volume keys Side key Headset jack Speaker Microphone USB/charger port Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 6 Getting started Set up your device Charge the battery Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able to use your previous SIM card. Network indicators for 5G service are based on your service provider’s specifications and network availability.
  • Page 7 Charge the battery Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. NOTE Wall charger sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. To avoid injury or damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn or damaged batteries, chargers or cables. Using other charging devices and batteries may not be covered under warranty and may cause damage.
  • Page 8 Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Bring data from old device.
  • Page 9 Getting started Lock or unlock your device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen locks, see Lock screen and security. Side key/Fingerprint scanner Press to lock.
  • Page 10 Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Google. Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps. ◌ From Settings, tap Samsung account.
  • Page 11 Getting started Add an Outlook account ® Sign in to your Outlook account to view and manage email messages. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Outlook. Set up voicemail You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can access voicemail through the Phone app.
  • Page 12 Getting started Navigation A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty.
  • Page 13 Getting started Swipe Lightly drag your finger across the screen. Swipe the screen to unlock the device. Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options. Drag and drop Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
  • Page 14 Getting started Zoom in and out Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out. Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in. Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out. Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them.
  • Page 15 Getting started Navigation bar You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures. Recent apps Back Home Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 16 Getting started Navigation buttons Use buttons along the bottom of the screen for quick navigation. 1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Buttons. 2. Tap an option under Button order to choose which side of the screen the Back and Recent apps icons display.
  • Page 17 Getting started To remove an icon: From a Home screen, touch and hold an app icon, and then tap Remove. ◌ NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app, it just removes the icon from a Home screen. Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video, or preloaded wallpaper.
  • Page 18 Getting started Icons Apply different icon sets to replace the default icons. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Themes > Icons, and tap an icon set to preview and download it. 3. Tap Menu > My stuff > Icons to see downloaded icons. 4.
  • Page 19 Home screen. • Rotate to landscape mode: Rotate the Home screen automatically when your device’s orientation is changed from portrait to landscape. • About Home screen: View version information. • Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
  • Page 20 Getting started Status bar The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status icons Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm Notification icons Missed calls Call in progress New message Voicemail New email...
  • Page 21 Getting started Notification panel For quick access to notifications, settings, and more, simply open the Notification panel. Device settings Quick settings Notification cards View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen. 1. Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel. •...
  • Page 22 Getting started • To clear all notifications, tap Clear. • To customize notifications, tap Notification settings. 2. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel. Finger sensor gestures You can also open or close the Notification panel by swiping up or down on the fingerprint sensor.
  • Page 23 Getting started Quick settings options The following options are available in Quick settings. Finder search: Search the device. • Power off: Power off and Restart options. • Open settings: Quickly access the device's settings menu. • More options: Reorder Quick settings or change the button layout. •...
  • Page 24 Getting started – Times opened/Unlocks: View how many times an app has been opened each day. • Screen time goal: Set a screen time goal and view your daily average. • App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app. •...
  • Page 25 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. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
  • Page 26 2. Tap to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically. 3. Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices. TIP Move your contacts from your device to your Samsung account so you can access them on all registered devices.
  • Page 27 Getting started Multi window ™ Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows. Split screen control 1.
  • Page 28 Getting started Window controls The Window controls modify the way app windows are displayed in split screen view. 1. Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows. 2. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options: Switch window: Swap the two windows.
  • Page 29 Getting started Edge panels The Edge panels feature a variety of customizable panels that can be accessed from the edge of the screen. Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information. Apps panel Configure Edge panels Edge panel position and style...
  • Page 30 Getting started To configure Apps panel: 1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed. 2. Tap Edit to add other apps to the Apps panel. • To add an app to the Apps panel, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on the right column.
  • Page 31 Getting started • Galaxy Store: Search for and download more Edge panels from Galaxy Store. 3. Tap Back to save changes. Edge panel position and style You can change the position of the Edge handle. From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > Handle for the following options: ◌...
  • Page 32 Getting started Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice. Expand toolbar Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 33 Clipboard: Access the clipboard. • One-handed keyboard: Switch to a layout for one-handed use. • Voice input: Use Samsung voice input. • Settings: Access keyboard settings. • Split keyboard: Change the keyboard to a split version that is separated.
  • Page 34 • More typing options: Customize additional typing options. Style and layout • Keyboard toolbar: View or hide the keyboard toolbar. • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
  • Page 35 • Select third-party content to use: Enable third-party keyboard features. • Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data. • About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard. • Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
  • Page 36 Camera and Gallery You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. Images and videos are stored in the Gallery, where you can view and edit them. Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures...
  • Page 37 Camera and Gallery Camera Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses and pro-grade video modes and settings. From Apps, tap Camera. ◌ TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app. Settings Zoom Shooting modes Switch cameras Gallery Capture Devices and software are constantly evolving —...
  • Page 38 Camera and Gallery Navigate the camera screen Take stunning pictures with your device’s front and rear cameras. 1. From Camera, set up your shot with the following features: • Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus. – When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
  • Page 39 Camera and Gallery – Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame rate for viewing in slow motion. – Hyperlapse: Create a time lapse video by recording at various frame rates. The frame rate is adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device.
  • Page 40 Camera and Gallery Pictures • Swipe Shutter button to: Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge. • HEIF pictures: Save pictures as high efficiency images to save space. Some sharing sites may not support this format.
  • Page 41 Camera and Gallery Privacy Privacy Notice: View Samsung's privacy information. Permissions: View required and optional permissions for the Camera app. Others Reset settings: Reset the Camera settings. Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members. About Camera: View app and software information.
  • Page 42 Camera and Gallery Gallery Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos. From Apps, tap Gallery. ◌ Sort images into Customize collections custom albums of pictures and videos View pictures and videos...
  • Page 43 Camera and Gallery View pictures Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. • To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites.
  • Page 44 Camera and Gallery Play video View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video details. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. •...
  • Page 45 Camera and Gallery Delete pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From Gallery, tap More options > Edit. 2. Tap pictures and videos to select them. 3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted. Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen.
  • Page 46 Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps...
  • Page 47 Apps Using apps Uninstall or disable apps Search for apps Sort apps Create and use folders Game Booster App settings The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded ™ from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store.
  • Page 48 Apps Create and use folders You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list. 1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted. 2.
  • Page 49 • Choose default apps: Choose which apps to use for making calls, sending messages, going to websites, and more. • Samsung app settings: View a list of Samsung apps and customize their settings. • Your apps: Tap an app to view and update information about its privacy and usage settings.
  • Page 50 Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard. NOTE Non-Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for support.
  • Page 51 Apps Calculator The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter. Unit converter Convert between measurements. Scientific mode History View past calculations. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 52 Apps Calendar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place. Navigation drawer Go to today’s date Search Tap to view event Stickers Add detailed event Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 53 Apps Add calendars Add your accounts to the Calendar app. 1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer. 2. Tap Manage calendars > Add account and select an account type. 3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts. TIP Accounts may also support email, contacts, and other features. Calendar alert style Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles.
  • Page 54 Apps Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Add alarm Turn alarm on or off Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 55 Apps Alarm Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to be notified. 1. From Clock, tap Add alarm. 2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Time: Set a time for the alarm. •...
  • Page 56 Apps Alarm settings You can receive notifications for upcoming alarms. 1. From Clock, tap More options > Settings. 2. Tap Upcoming alarm notification to choose the number of minutes before an upcoming alarm.
  • Page 57 Apps World clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. Search Find a particular place. City Globe View the current Drag to spin and time and add to see times around your list of cities.
  • Page 58 Apps Time zone converter Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities. 1. From Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap More options > Time zone converter. 3.
  • Page 59 Apps Timer Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From Clock, tap Timer. 2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer. 3. Tap Start to begin the Timer. •...
  • Page 60 More options > Settings. ◌ • Permissions: View required and optional permissions for the Clock app. • Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps. • Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
  • Page 61 Apps Contacts Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features. Add profile picture Add, delete, and expand fields Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
  • Page 62 Apps Create a contact 1. From Contacts, tap Create contact. 2. Enter details for the contact, and then tap Save. Edit a contact When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information. 1.
  • Page 63 Apps Show contacts when sharing content Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Show contacts when sharing content, ◌ and tap to enable the feature.
  • Page 64 Apps Send an email to a group Send an email to members of a group. 1. From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap More options > Send email. 3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap Done.
  • Page 65 Apps Import contacts Import contacts to your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Import contacts and follow the prompts. Export contacts Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF). 1.
  • Page 66 Apps Internet Samsung Internet is a simple, fast, and reliable web browser for your device. Experience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode, Biometric Web Login, and Contents Blocker. Add to Bookmarks Reload webpage Access Bookmarks Access Tabs Navigate TIP Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-internet for more...
  • Page 67 1. From Internet, tap Bookmarks. 2. Tap a bookmark entry. Save a web page There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app. From Internet, tap Tools > Add page to for the following options: ◌...
  • Page 68 Apps Share pages Web pages can be shared with your contacts. From Internet, tap Tools > Share, and follow the prompts. ◌ Secret mode Pages viewed in secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows.
  • Page 69 Apps Messages Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send emojis, or just say a quick hello. Options may vary by service provider. From Messages, tap Compose new message. ◌ Record voice Add an attachment message Message search To quickly locate a message, use the search feature.
  • Page 70 Apps Delete conversations You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations. 1. From Messages, tap More options > Delete. 2. Tap each conversation you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete all, and confirm when prompted. Emergency messaging Send a message with pictures and audio to your emergency contacts. 1.
  • Page 71 Apps My Files View and manage files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card, if supported. Search Storage locations Additional locations, such as cloud accounts, are displayed here if supported.
  • Page 72 Apps File groups Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: • Recent files: View recently accessed files. • Categories: View your files based on the file type. • Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts. –...
  • Page 73 Apps Phone The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced calling features. Contact your service provider for more information. The actual appearance of the Phone app screen and available options varies by service provider. Access voicemail Make a video call Make a call Devices and software are constantly evolving —...
  • Page 74 Apps Calls The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more. Make a call Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen. From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.
  • Page 75 Apps Decline a call You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call. On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to the left to reject the call and send ◌...
  • Page 76 Apps Multitask If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar. To return to the call screen: ◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call. To end a call while multitasking: ◌...
  • Page 77 Apps Manage calls Your calls are recorded in a call log. You can set up speed dials, block numbers, and use voicemail. Call log The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.
  • Page 78 Apps Speed dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. 1. From Phone, tap Keypad > More options > Speed dial numbers. The Speed dial numbers screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers. 2.
  • Page 79 Apps TIP The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller.
  • Page 80 Apps Real Time Text (RTT) Type back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call. You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also supports RTT or is connected to a teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls.
  • Page 81 Apps Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to learn more. Assign a title Insert Navigate up Set text options...
  • Page 82 3. Use the text options to create content while audio is being recorded. Edit notes Make edits to notes you create. 1. From Samsung Notes, tap a note to view it. 2. Tap Edit and make changes. 3. When you are finished, tap Navigate up.
  • Page 83 From Samsung Notes, tap Show navigation menu for the following options: ◌ Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. • • All notes: View all notes. • Shared notebooks: View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account.

  • Page 84: Google Apps

    Apps Google apps The following Google apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be ™ downloaded from the Google Play store. Chrome Drive Gmail Google Google TV Maps Meet Messages Photos Play Store YouTube YT Music Chrome ™ Browse the Internet with Chrome and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device.
  • Page 85 Apps Google TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can also view videos saved on your device. Visit support.google.com/googletv to learn more. Maps Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more.
  • Page 86 Apps Play Store Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in the Google Play store. Visit support.google.com/play to learn more. YouTube ™ Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more. YT Music Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from YouTube Music.

  • Page 87: Microsoft Apps

    Apps Microsoft apps The following Microsoft apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store. Outlook Office OneDrive Outlook Access email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and more in Outlook. See Add an Outlook account.
  • Page 88 Apps Office Enjoy the Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app. OneDrive ® Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive account—accessible from your personal computer, tablet, or phone.

  • Page 89: Settings

    Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings...
  • Page 90 Settings Access Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device settings. From a Home screen, swipe down and tap Settings. — From Apps, tap Settings. — Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can search for it. 1.
  • Page 91 Settings Connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after a scan, you can still connect to it by entering the information manually. Ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name and password before you begin. 1.
  • Page 92 Wi-Fi. 2. Tap More options > Advanced settings for the following options: • Sync with Samsung Cloud/account: Sync Wi-Fi profiles with your Samsung account. • Network notification /Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected.
  • Page 93 Settings Bluetooth You can pair your device to other Bluetooth-enabled devices, like Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth-enabled vehicle infotainment system. Once a pairing is created, the devices remember each other and can exchange information without having to enter the passkey again. 1.
  • Page 94 2. Tap Advanced settings or More options > Advanced settings for the following options: Sync with Samsung Cloud/account: Sync files transferred through Bluetooth with your Samsung account. Ringtone sync: Use the ringtone set on your device when you receive calls through a connected Bluetooth device.
  • Page 95 Settings Tap and pay Use an NFC payment app to make payments by touching your device to a compatible credit card reader. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and contactless payments, and then to turn on NFC. 2. Tap Contactless payments to see the default payment app. •...
  • Page 96 Settings • VoLTE calls: Turn on enhanced communication using LTE. • Access Point Names: Choose or add APNs, which have the network settings your device needs to connect to your provider. • Network operators: Choose available and preferred networks. • Mobile network diagnostics: Collect diagnostic and usage data for troubleshooting.
  • Page 97 Settings • Mobile data usage: View data usage over mobile connections over a period of time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app. • Billing cycle and data warning: Change the monthly date to align with your service provider’s billing date.
  • Page 98 • Security: Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot. • Advanced: Configure additional Mobile hotspot settings. Auto hotspot Share your hotspot connection automatically with other devices signed in to your Samsung account. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
  • Page 99 Settings Nearby device scanning Easily set up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning. This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Nearby device scanning.
  • Page 100 Settings Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap Settings next to a VPN. 3. Edit the VPN and tap Save, or tap Delete to remove the VPN. Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN, connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy.
  • Page 101 Settings Sounds and vibration You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Sound mode Vibrations Volume Ringtone Notification sound System sound Dolby Atmos Separate app sound Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode: ◌...
  • Page 102 – Touch interactions: Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and hold items on the screen. – Dialing keypad: Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad. – Samsung keyboard: Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard. – Charging: Vibrate when a charger is connected.
  • Page 103 Settings Use Volume keys for media Set the default action of the Volume keys to control the media sound volume rather than whichever sound type is in use. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. 2. Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature. Media volume limit Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume while using Bluetooth speakers or headphones (not included).
  • Page 104 • Dialing keypad: Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad. • Samsung keyboard: Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard. • Charging: Play a sound when a charger is connected. • Screen lock/unlock: Play a sound when you lock or unlock the screen.
  • Page 105 Settings Separate app sound You can choose to have an app play only media sound on a Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the other sounds (like notifications). Connect to a Bluetooth device to make this option available in the Audio device menu. 1.
  • Page 106 – Color by keyword: Choose custom colors for notifications containing keywords that matter to you. • Detailed: Enable the default Samsung Notification settings. Do not disturb Do not disturb allows you to block sounds and notifications while this mode in turned on.
  • Page 107 Settings • Alarms and sounds: Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms, events, and reminders while Do not disturb mode is active. • Hide notifications: View customization options to hide notifications. Advanced settings You can configure notifications from apps and services. From Settings, tap Notifications >...
  • Page 108 Settings • App icon badges: Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons. Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications. • Wireless Emergency Alerts: Customize notifications for emergency alerts. Turn over to mute Mute incoming calls and alarms by turning your phone face down.
  • Page 109 Settings Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preference. 1. From Settings, tap Display. 2. Customize options under Brightness: • Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level. • Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on the lighting conditions.
  • Page 110 Settings Font size and style You can change the font size and style to customize your device. From Settings, tap Display > Font size and style for the following options: ◌ • Tap Font style to choose a different font. –...
  • Page 111 Settings Accidental touch protection Prevent the screen from detecting touch input while the device is in a dark place, such as a pocket or a bag. From Settings, tap Display > Accidental touch protection to enable the feature. ◌ Touch sensitivity Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen protectors.

  • Page 112: Security: Lock Screen And Security

    View passwords Device administration Credential storage Advanced security settings Permission manager Controls and alerts Samsung Privacy Google Privacy Location Screen lock types You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high, medium, or no security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None.
  • Page 113 Settings Set a secure screen lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks. 1. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
  • Page 114 You can protect your device from loss or theft by allowing your device to be locked, tracked online, and for your data to be deleted remotely. A Samsung account is required, and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My Mobile.
  • Page 115 Settings Install unknown apps You can allow installation of unknown third-party apps from selected apps or sources. 1. From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Install unknown apps. 2. Tap to allow installation from an app or source. TIP Installing unknown third-party apps could make your device and personal data more vulnerable to security risks.
  • Page 116 Settings Set up SIM card lock You can set up a PIN to lock your SIM card, which prevents unauthorized use of your SIM card if someone attempts to use it in another device. Options may vary by service provider. From Settings, tap Security and privacy >...
  • Page 117 • Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, which prevents access to other features of your device. • Galaxy system app update: Configure your device to receive and install Samsung updates automatically. • Security policy updates: Keep your device secure by checking for security updates.
  • Page 118 • Alert when clipboard accessed: Get an alert when an app accesses content copied to the clipboard. Samsung Privacy Send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems. 1. From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Other privacy settings.
  • Page 119 Settings Location Location services use a combination of GPS, mobile network and Wi-Fi to determine the location of your device. 1. From Settings, tap Location. 2. Tap to turn on Location services. TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality. App permissions Configure permissions for apps that want to access your location information.

  • Page 120: Accounts: Add An Account

    Safety and emergency > Emergency Location Service. 2. Tap to turn on Emergency Location Service. Accounts You can connect to and manage your accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Add an account Account settings Remove an account Backup and restore...

  • Page 121: Google Account

    Backup and restore You can configure your device to back up data to your personal accounts. Samsung account You can enable backup of your information to your Samsung account. Options may vary by service provider. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup and tap an option under Samsung ◌...
  • Page 122 Settings Device maintenance View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. Quick optimization Battery Storage Memory Advanced device care options Language and input Date and time Troubleshooting Quick optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: •...
  • Page 123 Settings Storage View your storage capacity and detailed usage by category and file type. You can also mount, unmount, or format an optional microSD card (not included). From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. ◌ • Tap a category to view and manage files. SD card Once an optional microSD card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card is displayed in the Storage setting.
  • Page 124 Settings Format an SD card When formatting an SD card, you should back up all files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes ALL stored files. 1. From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. 2.
  • Page 125 More options: – Add to Apps screen: Display the icon for Device care on the Apps screen. – Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung members. – About Device care: View version and license information about the Device care feature.
  • Page 126 Voice Assistant. From Settings, tap General management > Text-to-speech for options: ◌ • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings for options. • Language: Set the default speech language. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
  • Page 127 Settings Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device (sold separately). 1. From Settings, tap General management. 2. Tap Physical keyboard, and then choose an option: • Show on-screen keyboard: Show the on-screen keyboard while a physical keyboard is also being used.
  • Page 128 Settings Passwords and autofill Save time entering information using autofill services. 1. From Settings, tap General Management. 2. Tap Passwords and autofill to view your selected services. Date and time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually.
  • Page 129 Settings Reset Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Reset all settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1.
  • Page 130 Device Protection is enabled. This service protects your phone from unauthorized factory data resets by requiring your Google account information to verify your identity. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00083965. Enable Google Device Protection Adding a Google Account to your device and setting a Lock screen automatically activates Google Device Protection.

  • Page 131: Recommended For You | Talkback

    There are accessibility settings for people who need help seeing, hearing, or otherwise operating their device. Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for everyone. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.samsung.com. Recommended for you TalkBack...
  • Page 132 Settings Spoken assistance Use special controls and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the screen. 1. From Settings, tap Accessibility > Spoken assistance. 2. Tap to enable the feature, and tap an option to customize: Speak keyboard input aloud: The device will read aloud what you type on the keyboard.
  • Page 133 Settings • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background. • Highlight buttons: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out better against the wallpaper.
  • Page 134 Settings The devices covered by this User manual are hearing aid compatible, and have these Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) rating(s): Device FCC ID HAC Rating Galaxy A14 5G ZCASMA146U M3/T3 (2011) Sounds You can adjust audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones. ◌...

  • Page 135: Interaction And Dexterity

    Settings Interaction and dexterity You can configure Accessibility features to assist with limited dexterity when interacting with your device. Alternate input You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls. From Settings, tap Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option: ◌...
  • Page 136 Settings Touch settings You can adjust your screen to be less sensitive to taps and touches. From Settings, tap Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option: ◌ • Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action. •...
  • Page 137 Settings Advanced settings You can customize additional accessibility features and services for your device. TIP Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. Accessibility shortcuts From Settings, tap Accessibility > Advanced settings and tap an option: ◌ •...
  • Page 138 • Open source licenses: View information for the open source licenses used for Accessibility. Contact us If you have any questions or problems while using your device contact Samsung support through Samsung Members. Access community forums, error reports, remote support and more (if supported by your service provider).
  • Page 139 Settings Android Auto Android Auto brings the most useful apps to your device screen or your compatible car display in a format that makes it easy for you to keep your main focus on driving. You can control features like navigation and maps, calls and text messages, and music.
  • Page 140 2. Tap a tab to set up your devices and automations. Quick Share Anyone with a Samsung account can use Quick Share to share files with your device. From Settings, tap Connected devices > Quick Share for the following options: ◌...
  • Page 141 About phone > Status information. Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox.
  • Page 142 Learn more Videos youtube.com/samsungcare Samsung Care+ samsung.com/us/support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips...
  • Page 143 READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE. Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“Samsung”). You can opt out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by emailing optout@sea.samsung.com or calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the...
  • Page 144 New Jersey 07660 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Internet: samsung.com ©2023 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 145 Legal information Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. Some content may differ depending on carrier, model, or software. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.

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