Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Legal Notices
PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
Page 3 ™ ” (Samsung for Enterprise) is a mark web and where Samsung smartphones and mobile for a Samsung device which has been tested against devices are sold. [091714] Samsung’s own internal criteria for interoperability with certain third party security-related solutions for MDM and VPN.
Page 4 Online Legal Information The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at: English www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Spanish www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP The online version of the End User Licensing Agreement for your device can be found online at: www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA2.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Music Player ..............50 ............. 1 My Files Front View ................51 ................2 S Health Back View ................53 ................3 S Note Assemble Your Device .................54 ..........4 S Voice Set Up Your Device ................56 ............7 Scrapbook Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................57...
Page 6 Accessibility ..............91 Blocking Mode ..............93 Private Mode ..............94 Finger Scanner ..............95 Motions and Gestures ..........96 S Pen Settings ...............97 Accounts ................98 Cloud ...................99 Backup and Reset ............ 100 Language and Input Settings ......101 Date and Time ............103 Safety Assistance .............
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 8: Front View
Front View Earpiece Proximity and gesture sensors Headset jack Status light Front camera Volume Power/Lock key Recent apps Back key Home / Finger Scanner key Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps, or touch •...
Page 9: Back View
Back View Microphone Infrared transmitter Camera Flash Heart rate, SpO and UV sensors Speaker S Pen Microphone Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Back camera: Take pictures and record videos. Microphone: Records audio and detects voice • • commands. Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light •...
Page 10: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device Prior to use, it is necessary to Install the SIM Card install the SIM card, optional When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are memory card (not included), provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription and the battery.
Page 11: Charge The Battery
Install an Optional Memory Card Charge the Battery You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard memory card (not included) to expand available Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head memory space. and USB cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
Page 12 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
Page 13: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turning the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turning the Device Off...
Page 14: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings.
Page 15: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
Page 16: Home Screen
Home Screen Notifications Icons Status Icons Status Bar Widget App Folder App Shortcuts Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen Primary App Shortcuts App Folder: Applications can be grouped into Primary App Shortcuts: App shortcuts that • • folders on the Home screens. appear on all Home screens.
Page 17: Customize Your Home Screen
App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.
Page 18: Change The Wallpaper
Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Adding Folders 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 1.
Page 19: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device No SIM card is installed, or the installed SIM card is not working. information (such as network Download of a file or app is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification File is being uploaded or sent.
Page 20: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Drag To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location. Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Touch and hold, and then drag to add a shortcut •...
Page 21: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Clear all Tap notification notifications to launch app or view detail Notification icons on the Status Quick Settings Bar display calendar events, In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel device status, and more.
Page 22: S Pen
S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that assists Air Command you in performing different Air command allows you to quickly activate functions. frequently-used applications or perform actions. S Pen Button Remove S Pen ► To launch the Air command menu, remove the The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient S Pen from the S Pen slot, hold the S Pen near access.
Page 23: Action Memo
Action Memo To use stored content: When you tap Collect, the captured content is An Action Memo is a Quick Note that is linked to stored on top of the Home screen as a thumbnail. actions. The following options are available: To open a Quick Note: Collect more to take another Smart select •...
Page 24: Air View
Screen Write Note: The preview function is only available when the S Pen’s onscreen pointer is a solid color. Screen write allows you to capture a screen shot and then write notes on the screen shot. To use Screen Write: Direct Pen Input 1.
Page 25: Multi Window
Multi Window Multi Window Tray Window Controls Tray Controls Multi-task by using multiple 3. Tap the following options if you wish to activate them: applications at the same time. Open in multi window view: Automatically • view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video player, or Activate Multi Window attachments from email.
Page 26: Using Multi Window
Using Multi Window Window Controls After activating Multi window, you can use it to run Tap an application window and tap the Control multiple apps at the same time. button in the middle of the windows. Note: Multi window is not available for all apps. Switch windows: Switch the positions of two Multi window applications.
Page 27 Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray 1. Press and hold the Back key to display the Multi window tray. 2. Tap an hold an app, drag it to a new position in the tray and then release it. Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray You can choose the apps you want to display in the...
Page 28: Entering Text
Touch and hold to access keyboard typing to enable this feature. settings and advanced keyboard features, such as handwriting. 2. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Use your handwriting to enter text. Type. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
Page 29: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Page 30: Making And Answering Calls
Making and Answering Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call.
Page 31: Options During A Call
Options During a Call Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can Your phone provides a number of functions that you answer an incoming call while you have a call in can use during a call. progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.
Page 32: Make An Emergency Call
Make an Emergency Call Delete a Call from the Call Log Phone > Logs tab. 1. From a Home screen, tap The Emergency calling mode makes calling an emergency number a one tap process. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
Page 33: Applications
Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 34: Apps Screen
Custom: Touch and hold, and then drag apps • to arrange them in any order. GALAXY Apps: Download apps specifically • designed for your Samsung GALAXY device. Visit Alphabetical order: Icons are arranged in • apps.samsung.com to learn more. alphabetical order.
Page 35 Apps Screen Options Use Folders to Organize Apps Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. More options > Create folder. 2. Tap 2. Tap More options for these options: 3. Enter a folder name. Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it •...
Page 36: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that Note: Certain applications require a Google account. appear when you need them. google.com Visit to learn more.
Page 37: Play Music
Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current With Google Play Music, you can play location, get directions, and other music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more.
Page 38: T-Mobile Applications
T-Mobile Applications Enjoy these applications from T-Mobile TV T-Mobile. This application brings you live TV and Video on Demand. Note: Certain applications require a data plan or t-mobile.com paid subscription. Visit to learn more, Visual Voicemail or contact your service provider for additional information.
Page 39: Other Applications
Other Applications Amazon Lookout Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options, such as anti-virus and Visit Amazon.com to learn more. anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service. Dropbox Use this application to save and share Messenger...
Page 40: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic Additional Functions and advanced arithmetic To clear the results: functions. Clear. • To clear the calculator history: Basic Operation To clear the calculator history, tap the icon • Tap to view history to view the history of 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 41: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Sharing Events 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Create an Event or Task 2. Tap to view an event or task. Apps > 3. Tap Share via, select a sharing method, and 1.
Page 42: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Current Current shooting mode flash mode Switch between the front and back cameras Record video Shortcuts Take a picture menu Change shooting Camera mode settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Taking Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or back Several photo effects are available.
Page 43: Camera Settings
Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the • preview screen to take photos. Download: Download additional shooting • modes from the Samsung Apps store. Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher • resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution Note: The shooting modes that appear vary depending videos take up more memory.
Page 44: Clock
Clock The Clock app offers features for Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will • use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to keeping track of time and setting alert you. alarms. Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type •...
Page 45: Contacts
Email, Facebook, and your Choose a storage account for the contact. You • Samsung account. can choose Device to store the contact on the device, or choose an account. For more information on connecting with and Contact photo to assign a picture to •...
Page 46: Delete Contacts
Favorites Share a Name Card When you share a name card, the contact’s When you mark contacts as favorites, they are information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it together on the Favorites tab in Contacts.
Page 47: Contact Settings
Groups Send an Email to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap create your own.
Page 48: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and Managing Your Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. To access Email: Apps >...
Page 49: Galaxy Apps
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download Apps. GALAXY Essential apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps. From Galaxy Essentials, you Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase can access and download a and download apps. collection of premium content, free of charge.
Page 50: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trimming Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Using the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point, and then tap Done to...
Page 51: Deleting Images
When viewing an single image, tap Delete. More options > Add account to add 4. Tap a Samsung, Dropbox, Google, or Facebook Sharing Images account. Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 52: Internet
Internet Access to the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. ► To open a new tab, tap More options > Access the Internet New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Tap a different tab to view it.
Page 53: Sharing Pages
Sharing Pages ► To share a web page address with others, tap More options > Share via and follow the prompts. Incognito Tabs Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device after you close the incognito tab.
Page 54: Messaging
Messaging Learn how to send and receive Creating and Sending Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default Messages app on your message using the Messages app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >...
Page 55: Viewing New Messages
Viewing New Messages Messaging Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status Bar. messages, voicemail, and push messages. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message: Messages >...
Page 56: Music Player
Music Player Sound (opens Volume) Stream the song to Menu another device Volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song or playlist Shuffle songs Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Rewind song or go to previous song Scan forward or go to next song...
Page 57: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your To view files in My Files: device, including images, videos, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. songs, and sound clips. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3.
Page 58 Options for Selected Files and Folders More options > Select, select a file or • folder, and then use one of these functions: Share via: Send files to others or share them. Delete: Delete files or folders. More options for additional options: •...
Page 59: S Health
S Health Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced • heartbeat; manage your health goals and Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that • activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals.
Page 60: S Note
When in the S Note app, you can edit notes as notes on your device. follows: 1. Tap a note to view it. Sign in to your Samsung 2. Tap the Edit button to edit the note. account or Evernote account...
Page 61 Selection mode: Select content in the note. Tap To open an Action Memo: • once to use Selection mode. Tap again to switch ► Launch the Air command menu and select between Lasso and Rectangle modes. Draw Action Memo. around the content you wish to select. Depending on the selection, several options are made –...
Page 62: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice.
Page 63: Scrapbook
Scrapbook The Scrapbook app provides To edit a category: a place for you to manage the 1. Tap Show categories in the top left corner. Categories and tags are listed in the menu, multimedia content you capture along with the number of content files contained. with the S Pen tools.
Page 64: Smart Remote
Smart Remote Smart Remote lets you control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as ON/OFF function, channel navigation, and volume control from the same Samsung device you already know.
Page 65: Video Player
Video Player Stream video to a different device Volume More options Playback position Pop-Up Play Change screen ratio Rewind video or go Scan forward or to previous video go to next video Pause/Play Play and manage videos stored Use Pop-Up Play on your device. Multi task with Pop-Up Play —...
Page 66: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. View Recordings 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. Create a Voice Recording 2. Tap List to display a list of recordings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Search to search through available •...
Page 67: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
Page 68: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Change How Settings Are Listed Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the • option on ( ) or off ( Settings can be listed in grid view (default), a list For some options, you must tap a field, such as •...
Page 69: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain 3. Tap the network you want to connect to. types of Wireless Local Area When you select an open network, you are • automatically connected to the network. Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
Page 70 Wi-Fi Settings WPS push button: Set up a connection to a • WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many equipment. of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your •...
Page 71: Download Booster
Download Booster Download Booster improves download speed by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Note: Download Booster uses mobile data services. To turn on Download Booster: Apps > 1.
Page 72: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Making Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible.
Page 73: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices Disconnect a Paired Device Disconnecting a paired device breaks the The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to connection between the device and your device, but establish trusted connections between your device retains the knowledge of the pairing. At a later point and another Bluetooth device.
Page 74: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot
Tethering and Mobile HotSpot Share your device’s Internet Use Your Device as a Mobile connection with a computer that HotSpot connects to your device using a Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service USB cable or via Bluetooth. account in order to use the Mobile HotSpot.
Page 75 Allowed Device List Configure Mobile HotSpot Settings Control whether devices connect to your Mobile HotSpot with the Allowed device list. After you add Manage your Mobile HotSpot security and devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connecting settings.
Page 76: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. device from all networks and 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to turns off connectivity features, enable or disable the option. such as phone calls, Wi-Fi, and Note: You can also control Airplane mode from Bluetooth.
Page 77: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. More options for options: 2. Tap Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your • Note: Your service provider may account for data device. usage differently. Restrict background data: Restrict some • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 78: Location Services
Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Reporting maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.
Page 79: More Networks
More Networks The More Networks settings Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) allow you to configure a variety You can set up and configure Virtual Private of communication settings for Networks on your device. your device. Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN.
Page 80 Wi-Fi Calling Your device is equipped with Wi-Fi Calling functionality. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your mobile carrier. Please contact your mobile service provider for details on cost and functionality. To configure Wi-Fi Calling: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 81: Sharing Files With Nfc
Sharing Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from your Music app, and more.
Page 82: Nearby Devices
Nearby Devices Share your media files with 3. Set the following options: nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Content to share: Select the content to share. • Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music. Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Allowed devices: Indicate the devices •...
Page 83: Printing
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Page 84: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. 3. Tap Scan to find more devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
Page 85: Mirrorlink
MirrorLink Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink. To turn on MirrorLink: 1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable. 2.
Page 86: Sound Settings
Sound Settings Configure the sounds and Adjust the Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume notifications, screen touches, for call ringtones, notifications, and other media. and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
Page 87: Vibrate When Ringing
Select a Default Ringtone Vibrate When Ringing Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when you receive a call. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 88: Samsung Keyboard
Vibrate when tapped: Enables the device to • vibrate when you touch an onscreen key. Note: These options only appear when the Samsung keyboard is set as the default keyboard. Settings Sound Settings...
Page 89: Display Settings
Display Settings Adjust the Screen Brightness Smart Stay Adjust the screen brightness to suit your Using the front camera to detect your face, the surroundings or personal preference. You may also screen will not time out as long as you are facing want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery the screen.
Page 90: The Screen
Auto Adjust the Screen Tone Configure the LED Indicator Your device will analyze the images displayed on the Select which functions (such as charging or low screen and automatically adjusts the brightness to battery) the LED indicator on the front of the device conserve battery power.
Page 91: Wallpaper Settings
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. – or – Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2.
Page 92: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Vibration feedback: Vibrate when the unlock • pattern is entered incorrectly. your screen. Different screen All Screen Locks locks have different levels of Show information: Display information on • security and options. the lock screen, such as the date, time, and other information from your applications.
Page 93: Multi Window Settings
Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. For more information, see Multi Window. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3. Tap Multi window for options. Open in multi window view: Automatically •...
Page 94: Notification Panel Settings
Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the Notification Panel. You can also customize which apps appear on the Recommended applications menu on the Notification pane when you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 95: One-Handed Operation
One-handed input: Adjust the size and • position of the dialing keypad, in-call buttons, Samsung keyboard, Calculator, and unlock pattern (if configured). Side key panel: Activate a panel of buttons • that includes the Home key, Recent apps key, and Back key.
Page 96: Easy Mode
Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings >...
Page 97: Accessibility
Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter • subtitles with multimedia files when available selection instead of double tapping. Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles •...
Page 98 Dexterity and Interaction Assistant menu: Improve the device • accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. Air wakeup: Move your hand above the sensor • to turn the screen on. Press and hold delay: Select a time interval • for this tap gesture. Interaction control: Enable motions and •...
Page 99: Blocking Mode
Blocking Mode Turn off notifications for Tap Allowed contacts to assign those • contacts that are exempted from these rules. selected features. You can select: None: Block notifications from all contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. All contacts: Allow notifications from all contacts.
Page 100: Private Mode
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
Page 101: Finger Scanner
2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager. accounts. If no fingerprints are registered, the manager • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity • automatically opens the Register fingerprint using your fingerprint when logging in to your Add and screen.
Page 102: Motions And Gestures
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, •...
Page 103: S Pen Settings
S Pen Settings Configure options and settings S Pen sound: Tap the check box to enable • sounds when writing with the S Pen. for the S Pen. S Pen vibration feedback: Activate vibration • feedback when writing with the S Pen. To configure settings for the S Pen: Detachment options: Select an action for the •...
Page 104: Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
Page 105: Cloud
2. Tap Cloud. If you have not signed in to your Dropbox • account, tap Link Dropbox account. 3. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options. Follow the prompts to set up and use Dropbox. •...
Page 106: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore...
Page 107: Language And Input Settings
S Pen to write. Samsung Keyboard Settings Reset settings: Reset the settings for the • Samsung keyboard. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input. 3. Tap...
Page 108: Google Voice Typing Settings
2. Tap Language and input. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech Settings next to Google voice typing for 3. Tap options for options: options: Choose either the Samsung or Goggle • Languages: Select languages for Google • text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to voice typing.
Page 109: Date And Time
Date and Time By default, your device receives Set date: Tap to manually set the date. This • option is locked if Automatic date and time is date and time information from enabled. the wireless network. Set time: Tap to manually set the time. This •...
Page 110: Safety Assistance
Safety Assistance Receive real-time information Send Help Messages about emergencies and severe Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when weather conditions. you are in an emergency situation. To enable this feature: You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1.
Page 111: Accessories
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: Dock sound: Play a sound when inserting and • removing the device from a dock.
Page 112: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: Fast charging: Enable fast charging mode. • Show battery percentage: Display the battery • charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.
Page 113: Power Saving
Power Saving Conserve battery power by Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. automatically adjusting the 2. Tap Power saving for options: screen brightness, limiting the Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the performance of the CPU, and •...
Page 114: Storage
Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
Page 115 Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) the memory card, unmount the card before removing and prepared for use. However, should you unmount it from the device.
Page 116: Security
Go to website: Direct link to the Find my • administrators. Mobile website. Unknown sources: Enable installation of • Reactivation lock: Use your Samsung • non-Google Play applications. account to prevent anyone from reactivating Verify apps: Block or warn before installing •...
Page 117: Security Update Service
• manually check for security policy updates. Send security reports: Send security reports • to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Credential Storage Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it.
Page 118: Help
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about new features, applications, settings, and so on. Settings Help...
Page 119: About Your Device
About Your Device View information about your Software Update device, including status, legal Use Software update to update your device’s information, hardware and software. software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 120: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded applications from Google Play Displays apps you have downloaded onto your or create applications using the device. Android SDK and install them 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. on your device.
Page 121: Running Services
SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. >...
Page 122: Default Applications
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. 1.

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