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Connections >Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network to access the internet without using your mobile data.
Connect to a network
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel, and then tap the Settings icon.
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From there, tap Connections.
Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to turn on WiFi. When the switch is on, your phone will automatically
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start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.
Note: Tap the QR code icon to connect to a Wi-Fi network by using your device's camera to scan a QR code.
Select a network, and then enter a password if required.
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If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after the scan, you can still connect to it by entering the
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information manually. Swipe to the bottom of the list, and tap + Add network.
Note: If necessary, ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name and password before you begin.
Enter the necessary information about the Wi-Fi network, and then tap Save. If you are unsure about what
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to enter, you can get network information from your router, ISP, or network admin.
You can enter the following information:
Network name: Type the exact name of the network.
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Security: Select a security option from the list, and enter the password if required.
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Advanced: Adjust other advanced options, such as IP and Proxy settings.
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Advanced Wi-Fi settings
You can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots, manage saved networks,
and look up your device's network addresses.
Note: Certain options may vary by carrier.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel, and then tap the Settings
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icon. From there, tap Connections.
Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the switch to turn on Wi-Fi.
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Tap More options (the three vertical dots), and then tap Advanced. Use the switches to enable or
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disable the following options:
Switch to mobile data: When enabled, your device will switch to mobile data whenever the
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Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi signal is strong, it will switch back to Wi-Fi.
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