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  • 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

    SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 Google Play, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Music, Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform Google Hangouts, Picasa, Play Newsstand, YouTube, and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc. security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Messages .................52 ..............1 Music Player Front View ..............54 ................2 My Files Back View ................55 ................3 S Health Assemble Your Device ................57 ..........4 S Voice Set Up Your Device ................58 ............6 Video Player Set Up Accounts on Your Device ..............59 ......
  • Page 5 Date and Time Settings ........102 Help ................... 103 About Your Device ........... 104...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 7: Front View

    Front View Proximity and Earpiece light sensors Status light Front camera Volume keys Power/Lock key Recent apps Back Home/ Finger scanner key • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Proximity and light sensors: Detects the close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

  • Page 8: Back View

    Back View Infrared transmitter Microphone Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor SIM tray Speaker Headset jack Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light Microphone: Records audio and detects voice environments when taking a photo or recording commands.

  • Page 9: Assemble Your Device

    When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, devices. Samsung accessories are designed to your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription maximize battery life. Using other accessories may details, such as your PIN, available optional invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
  • Page 10 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 11: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off screen times out.

  • Page 12: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use To create a new Google Account or set up your Accounts settings. For more information, Google Account on your device at any time, use see Accounts.

  • Page 13: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set Up Your Voicemail Access Your Voicemail From Another Phone 1. From the Home screen, tap  Phone, then tap  Voicemail. 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a 2.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notifications icons Status icons Status Bar Widget App folders Home screen indicator Apps screen App shortcuts • • App folders: For your convenience, there are Notification icons: Display new messages and several applications that are grouped into a folder emails, notifications, available software updates, on the main Home screen.

  • Page 16: Customize Your Home Screen

    Wallpapers The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or Customize your Home screen choose from preloaded wallpapers. by adding application shortcuts, 1.

  • Page 17: App Shortcuts

    Themes App Shortcuts Set visual themes for all system screens and icons You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from on your phone. any Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen –...
  • Page 18 Add a Folder to a Home Screen Folders created on an Apps screen can be added to a Home screen 1. From an Apps screen, touch and hold an app folder. 2. Drag the folder onto a Home screen and release it.

  • Page 19: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call. information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) Call in progress. on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Call is on hold.

  • Page 20: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.

  • Page 21: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Edit Notification Panel Settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Tap notification to launch app or view detail Clear all notifications Notification icons on the Quick Settings Status Bar display calendar In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel events, device status, and more. also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.

  • Page 22: Quick Connect

    S Finder Search your device for apps, contacts, messages, email, files, settings, and more. 1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel. 2. Tap S Finder. 3. Tap the Search bar and type what you are searching for.

  • Page 23: Multi Window

    Multi Window Window controls You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi-task by using multiple Multi window view: applications at the same time. 1. Tap the  Recent apps key. 2. Recently used apps that support Multi window Multi window icon in the title bar. Tap have a Use Multi Window the Multi window icon in the title bar to launch...
  • Page 24 Window Controls Select an application window and tap Control in the middle of the window border. Control Buttons Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window applications. Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature.

  • Page 25: Enter Text

    Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung Keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Using Google Voice Typing Options key Instead of typing, speak your text input. Special Keys Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
  • Page 26 Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google Voice Typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Google voice typing for options. Use Swype Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words.

  • Page 27: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.

  • Page 28: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer End a Call a call. Explore features and ► When you are ready to end your call, tap  End. functionality associated with making or answering a call. Answer a Call When a call is received the phone rings and displays the caller’s phone number, or name if Make a Call...

  • Page 29: Options During A Call

    Multitask While on a Call Place a New Call While on a Call If you exit the call screen and return to a Home If your service plan supports this feature, you can screen, your active call is indicated by on the make another call while a call is in progress.

  • Page 30: Make An Emergency Call

    Make an Emergency Call Delete a Call from the Call Log Phone > LOG. 1. From a Home screen, tap The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.

  • Page 31: 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 32: Apps Screen

    Organize Your Apps play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. The Apps icons can be organized into folders and • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung rearranged in your own custom order. apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more.
  • Page 33 Use Folders to Organize Apps Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap EDIT. 3. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears. 4. Release the app icon to create the folder. 5.

  • Page 34: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Settings Google. Quickly and easily change Google app settings to suit your preferences. Note: Certain applications require a Google account. Note: You must be signed in to the google.com Visit to learn more. application you want to configure.

  • Page 35: Voice Search

    Play Movies & TV Play Store Watch movies and TV shows purchased Find new apps, movies and TV shows, from Google Play. You can stream them music, books, magazines, and games in instantly, or download them for viewing Google Play Store. when you are not connected to the Internet.

  • Page 36: U.s. Cellular Applications

    U.S. Cellular Applications Enjoy these applications from Mobile Data Security U.S. Cellular. Keep your data safe and secure if your device is lost or stolen. Note: Certain applications require a data plan or uscellular.com paid subscription. Visit to learn Mobile TV more, or contact your service provider for additional information.

  • Page 37: Other Applications

    Other Applications Facebook Milk Video Keep up with friends and family with the Exclusive to Galaxy owners, Milk Video Facebook app. Share updates, photos, helps you discover and share the most and videos, as well as text, chat, and play talked about videos.

  • Page 38: Smart Manager

    Smart Manager This apps provides shortcuts to your Battery, RAM, Storage, and Device security information. Smart Remote Search, discover, explore, and access what is on live TV, on-demand movies and TV shows—across multiple video-on-demand providers. Smart Remote also recommends TV shows and movies based on your viewing history.

  • Page 39: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic Additional Functions and advanced arithmetic To clear the results: functions. ► Tap Clear. To clear the calculator history: Basic Operation ► Tap History > CLEAR HISTORY. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Tip: Tap KEYPAD to return to the calculator keys.  Calculator.

  • Page 40: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Create a Task Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as Create an Event a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete.

  • Page 41: Calendar Settings

    Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 2. Tap MORE > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Calendar...

  • Page 42: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video View pictures and videos in the Gallery Hide Quick settings Record video Take a picture Quick settings Switch between the front and back Camera settings cameras Change shooting mode 3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can Take Pictures touch onscreen icons to access various camera options and settings.

  • Page 43: Shooting Mode

    Shooting Mode Both cameras • Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of Several visual effects are available. Modes differ by objects. which camera is active (front or rear facing). • Download: Download additional shooting 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > modes from the Galaxy Apps store.
  • Page 44 • Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects. • Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture. • Review pictures: Set to show pictures after taking them. • Quick launch: Open Camera by pressing the Home key twice in quick succession.

  • Page 45: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for OPTIONS: Tap to view and set the following options: keeping track of time and setting Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will alarms. use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you. 1.

  • Page 46: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...

  • Page 47: Link Contacts

    Share a Name Card Create a Shortcut to a Contact When you share a name card, the contact’s You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can screen to access their information directly from a share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it Home screen.
  • Page 48 Groups Send a Message or an Email to a Group You can send a text message or an email to You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your members of a group. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own.

  • Page 49: Contact Settings

    Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 2. Tap MORE > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Contacts...

  • Page 50: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Manage 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. Apps >...

  • Page 51: Galaxy Apps

    Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...

  • Page 52: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Zoom In and Out and videos. Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out on an image: Note: Some functions described in this section • Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or are only available if there are images or videos in zoom out.

  • Page 53: Delete Images

    Delete Images 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap MORE > Edit. 4. Touch and hold an image to select multiple images. 5. Tap DELETE. Share Images Use one of the following methods: 1.

  • Page 54: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully View a Web Site featured web browser. To view a web site: ► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard. Access the Internet To zoom in or out: ►...

  • Page 55: Saved Pages

    History To view a list of recently visited web pages: ► Tap  Bookmarks > HISTORY. Saved Pages To save a web page: ► Tap MORE > Save web page. To view a list of saved web pages: ► Tap  Bookmarks > SAVED PAGES. Share Pages To share a web page address with others: ►...

  • Page 56: Memo

    • Share: Share memos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Manage categories: Create and manage Samsung folder > Memo. categories to organize your memos. 2. Tap Create memo and type a memo. • To change the category, tap Category.

  • Page 57: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default messaging app on your message using the Messages app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >...

  • Page 58: Messaging Settings

    View 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, push messages, and so on. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message:  Messages >...

  • Page 59: Music Player

    Music Player Add tracks More options Playback position Mark as favorite Volume Elapsed playing time Length of song Shuffle songs Repeat mode for the song or playlist Rewind song or go Scan forward or to previous song go to next song Pause/Play Listen to your favorite songs Listen to Music with the Music player.

  • Page 60: My Files

    My Files Options To view files in My Files: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > On the main My Files screen, the following options Samsung folder >  My Files. are available: 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or •...
  • Page 61 Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders After tapping a category, the following options are available: After tapping a category: • HOME: Return to the main My Files screen. • Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then •...

  • Page 62: 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 63: 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 64: Video Player

    Video Player Video file name More options Playback position Volume Elapsed Length of playing time video Change screen Pop up play ratio Rewind Scan forward video or go or go to next Pause/Play to previous video video Use Pop-Up Play Play and manage videos stored on your device.

  • Page 65: Voice Recorder

     Apps >  Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap  Apps > Recordings. 2. Tap Samsung folder >  Voice Recorder. 3. Tap a recording to play it back. • Tap the drop down menu in the upper left corner to choose the appropriate recording 4.

  • Page 66: Settings

    Settings • Configure your device’s Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ) or off ( connections and settings, • For some options, you must tap a field, add accounts, and customize such as Email address, to display and set the home screen, apps, and options.

  • Page 67: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings Customize the Quick Settings Menu ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Quick settings are the settings that you are most – or – likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a From a Home screen, drag down from the default list of settings that are grouped together at...

  • Page 68: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Manually Connect to a types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access  Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. (WAP).
  • Page 69 Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Status Indicators Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many status: of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 70: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Scan for Bluetooth Devices communications technology that When you want to pair with another Bluetooth allows you to connect wirelessly device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. to a number of Bluetooth Apps >...

  • Page 71: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process. Once a pairing is created, the devices will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re-enter a passcode.

  • Page 72: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications. 1.

  • Page 73: Wi-Fi Hotspot And Tethering

    Wi-Fi Hotspot and Tethering Use Mobile Hotspot to share Connect a Device to Your your device’s Internet connection Mobile Hotspot with other devices using your Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to device as a portable Wi-Fi your device’s Mobile Hotspot. hotspot.
  • Page 74 Allowed Device List Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Control whether devices connect to your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot with the Allowed device list. After Manage your Mobile Hotspot security and you add devices to the list, they can scan for your connecting settings. device and connect using your device’s Portable Wi-Fi hotspot name and password.
  • Page 75 Turn Off Mobile Hotspot Automatically Set your device to automatically turn off Portable Wi-Fi hotspot if there are no connected device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Wi-Fi hotspot and tethering > Mobile Hotspot. 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot. 3.

  • Page 76: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Data usage for the following information: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.

  • Page 77: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Mobile networks for the following options: • Data roaming: Tap the ON/OFF switch to enable roaming for mobile data. •...

  • Page 78: Nfc And Payment

    NFC and Payment NFC (Near Field Communication) Tap and Pay allows data exchange when you Tap and pay allows you to select the default touch your device with another payment application you want to use for making purchases on your phone. compatible device.

  • Page 79: More Connection Settings

    Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Printing Note: Download Booster uses mobile data services. Print images and documents to Samsung printers To turn on Download Booster: and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 80: Default Messaging App

    Edit or Delete a VPN Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete. Default Messaging App If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app.

  • Page 81: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications 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 audio. and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 82 3. Tap a sound to preview it, and select it. to change the amount. • Tap Vibration pattern to choose a pattern. Set Notification Sounds for Samsung • Applications Tap ON/OFF for each option to enable. Choose notification alerts for new messages, Vibrate when ringing calendar events, and email.

  • Page 83: Do Not Disturb

    Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen This setting allows you to block all notifications Choose what notifications can display while the and alerts. The options below determine what device is locked. notifications can make sounds, and during what time 1.

  • Page 84: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjust the Screen Brightness Set the Screen Timeout Delay Adjust the screen brightness to suit your Choose how long the display screen remains lit after surroundings or personal preference. You may also you tap the screen or press any key. want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery 1.
  • Page 85 Daydream (Screen Saver) The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 86: 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: •...

  • Page 87: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Manage settings for applications Downloaded on your phone. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Application Manager  Settings > Applications > Application manager. You can download and install new applications 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the on your device.

  • Page 88: Running Services

    Running Services Disabled Services View and control services running on your device. View and configure disabled apps on your device. Apps > Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Applications > an app on the Apps screen.

  • Page 89: Default Applications

    Default Applications Application Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are such as email apps, you can select one app to be available in one convenient location. the default. To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Call, You can also use a simpler Home screen which Contacts, Email, Gallery, Internet, Messages, or provides an easier user experience for first-time...

  • Page 90: 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, tap Apps >  Settings > Wallpaper. 2. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.

  • Page 91: Themes

    Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens. • Tap STORE to download additional themes from the Theme Store with your Samsung account. • Tap MORE for help using this feature. 2. Tap APPLY to apply the selected theme.

  • Page 92: Lock Screen And Security

    • None: Never use a Lock screen. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your 3. If choosing a secured lock screen option, select identity when logging in to your Samsung account. your notification settings: • Show content •...

  • Page 93: Device Security

    ► To access your device remotely, You have the option to change your backup visit findmymobile.samsung.com. password. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile.

  • Page 94: Unknown Sources

    • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Other Security Settings Device Administration Encrypt Your Data Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.

  • Page 95: Credential Storage

    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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage options: •...

  • Page 96: Privacy And Safety

    Privacy and Safety Choose from various modes Location Reporting designed to hide personal Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google content from being accessed by apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to anyone else using your device, improve your search results based on places that you have visited.

  • Page 97: Send Sos Messages

    Report Diagnostic Info This feature sends diagnostic information about your phone when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Privacy and safety, and then tap the ON/OFF switch for Report diagnostic info to either enable or disable this feature.

  • Page 98: 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 99: Accessibility

    Accessibility • Accessibility services are special Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen. features that make using the • Grayscale: Change all colors to gray. device easier for those with • Negative colors: Reverse the display certain physical disabilities. of onscreen colors from White text on a Black background to Black text on a White Note: You can download additional accessibility...
  • Page 100 • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung • Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. and calendar events. • • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles Manage accessibility: Export your with multimedia files when available.

  • Page 101: 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 102: Backup And Reset

    2. Tap Backup and reset for options: perform the reset. • Samsung account: Configure backup and restore options using a Samsung account. Back up my data: Enable back up of your phone log, messages, and more through your Samsung account.

  • Page 103: Language And Input Settings

    Swype can Samsung Keyboard Settings learn from your writing style in various apps. • Languages: Set the current language. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Additional languages can be downloaded. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > •...

  • Page 104: Google Voice Typing Settings

    2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech 3. Tap Google voice typing for options: options for options: • Choose input languages: Select languages • Settings next to the Samsung for Google voice typing. text-to speech engine for options. • Block offensive words: Hide words many •...

  • Page 105: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Tap BATTERY USAGE to view a battery chart and a list of processes and the amount of battery power they are using.

  • Page 106: Storage Settings

    Storage Settings View the device memory and usage. Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Storage. • The Device memory displays Total space. • The amounts of memory used are further divided into System memory, Used space, Cached data, Miscellaneous files, and Available space.

  • Page 107: Date And Time Settings

    Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 108 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 109: About Your Device

    About Your Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: • Software update: Check for and install available software updates.

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