Samsung Galaxy Note Edge SM-N915T User Manual
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge SM-N915T User Manual

Samsung Galaxy Note Edge SM-N915T User Manual

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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

    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: Legal Information

    ™ writing on the mobile device or at samsung.com and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR licensing fee may be required. For more information MOBILE DEVICE.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Camera and Video ............49 ............. 1 Clock Front View ..................52 ................2 Contacts Back View ................54 ................3 Email Assemble Your Device ..................58 ..........4 Set Up Your Device Galaxy Apps ..............60 ............7 Gallery Set Up Accounts on Your Device ......
  • Page 5 Sounds and Notifications ........98 Display ................102 Wallpaper ............... 105 Lock Screen ..............106 Multi Window Settings ........... 107 Notification Panel ............108 Edge Screen Settings ..........109 One-Handed Operation ......... 110 Easy Mode ..............111 Accessibility ..............112 Private Mode ..............
  • 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 Earpiece Proximity and gesture sensors Power key Front camera Status light Volume keys Edge screen Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Earpiece: Listen to a call. Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. •...
  • Page 8: Back View

    Back View Infrared transmitter Microphone Headset jack Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker S Pen Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset S Pen: A stylus that assists you in performing (not included). various functions. •...
  • Page 9: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Remove the Back Cover ► Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot until the card locks into place. Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the device and that the angled corner of the card is positioned as shown.
  • Page 10: Install The Battery

    The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging. Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that comes with your phone. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast 1.
  • Page 11: When To Charge The Battery

    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 12: 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 key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device Turning the device off: By default, the device locks automatically when the...
  • Page 13: 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 Accounts settings.
  • 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 capacitive 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 Notification icons Status icons Status bar Edge screen Widget App shortcuts Apps folder Phone Home screen indicator Apps screen • • Status icons: Display information about the Home screen indicator: Indicates which device, such as the network signal strength, Home screen is presently displayed.
  • Page 16: App Shortcuts

    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 by adding application shortcuts, Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen widgets, folders, and using 1.
  • Page 17: Change The Wallpaper

    Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on a 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. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 1.
  • Page 18: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call: Missed call. information (such as network Call in progress: Call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call on hold: Call is on hold.
  • Page 19: Edge Screen

    Edge Screen The Edge screen provides a Quick Tools variety of useful tools, shortcuts, You can quickly use preset tools on your Edge screen without disrupting your activity on the and widgets. Panels for the main screen. Edge screen can be added, 1. Swipe down from the top of the Edge screen. removed, and customized to 2.
  • Page 20 Edge Screen Settings Information Stream The Information stream feature displays feeds that Configure the Edge screen panels to provide you select on the Edge screen. convenient functions that are the most useful to you. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the Information stream:  Settings >...
  • Page 21 Change Edge Screen Text Change Where the Edge Screen Appears 1. Swipe upward on the Edge screen and then tap Settings. You can choose to have the Edge screen appear on the left side of the screen instead of the curved 2. Tap Edge screen text. edge on the right.
  • Page 22: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Drag navigate through your device. Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. Touchscreen Navigation •...
  • Page 23: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick 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 also provides quick access to device functions such events, device status, and as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
  • Page 24: Multi Window

    Multi Window Window controls Multitask by using multiple 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Multi window. applications at the same time. 2. Tap On/Off to activate. • Tap Open in split screen view to Activate Multi Window automatically view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video Apps that support Multi Window ™...
  • Page 25: Multi Window Settings

    Use Multi Window Create a Window Group If you use certain apps together in Multi window After enabling Multi window, you can use it to run often, you can create a window group to quickly multiple apps at the same time. display the two apps in Multi window.
  • Page 26: S Pen

    S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that assists Caution: When you insert the S Pen into the slot, insert the S Pen’s tip first. Failure to do so can cause you in performing different the S Pen to become stuck. Forcefully detaching the functions.
  • Page 27 Direct Pen Input Replace the S Pen Tip When filling out a form field in an app (like Name or You can replace the tip of the S Pen. Number in Contacts), you can open a Handwriting To replace the tip: window to allow you to write an entry with the S Pen rather than type.
  • Page 28: Air Command

    Air Command Air command allows you to ► To use Air Command, tap an option: • quickly activate frequently‑used Action memo: Launch an Action memo and link it to actions. Action memos are saved in applications or perform actions. the S Note app. •...
  • Page 29 Create an Action Memo Link an Action Memo Turn text into actions. For example, you can write a To create an Action memo: phone number, and then save it to Contacts. 1. Tap Air command >  Action memo. To link a memo to an action: –...
  • Page 30: Smart Select

    Smart Select 3. When you are finished writing, tap an option: • Share: Choose a sharing method to share The Smart select feature provides a capture tool to your content. select content on a screen. You can then add it to your Scrapbook app or share it with your contacts.
  • Page 31: Entering Text

    Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung keyboard: To customize Google voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard. Options For more information, see Samsung Keyboard. Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols.
  • Page 32: Using Google Voice Typing

    Instead of typing, speak your text input. Settings Delete text To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text.
  • Page 33: Emergency Mode

    Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves Use Emergency Mode your device’s remaining power While in Emergency mode, your device conserves power. The following apps and features are available when you are in an emergency on the Home screen: situation. • Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.
  • Page 34: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
  • Page 35: Phone Screen

    Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. Tabs More options Keypad Delete Voicemail Video call Call • • More options: Access Speed dial and Call Voicemail: Set up and check your settings.
  • Page 36: Display Your Phone Number

    Access Phone There are a couple of ways to access Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap  Phone. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. Display Your Phone Number Your phone number can be found in Settings. ►...
  • Page 37: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Dial a Recent Number a call. Explore features and All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is functionality associated with listed in your contacts list, the associated name is making or answering a call.
  • Page 38: Answer A Call

    Answer a Call Multitask While on a Call When a call is received, the phone rings and the If you exit the call screen and return to a caller’s phone number or name is displayed, if it is Home screen, your active call is indicated by stored in the Contacts list.
  • Page 39: Video Call Options

    Place a New Call While on a Call Video Call Options If your service plan supports this feature, you can To change the call type during a video call: make another call while a call is in progress. ► Tap Call type.
  • Page 40 Delete a Call from the Call Log To delete Call log entries: Phone > Log. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log. 3. Tap Delete. Block a Number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.
  • Page 41: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut Remove a Speed Dial Number number to a contact for speed Assignment dialing their default number. You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. Create a Speed Dial 2.
  • Page 42: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency Swipe Lock Screen telephone number in your If the Lock screen is set to Swipe, you can access the call screen in a couple of ways. region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. 1.
  • Page 43: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Visual Voicemail voicemail. Use Visual Voicemail to: • Review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your phone without dialing into Set Up Your Voicemail voicemail. You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. •...
  • Page 44: 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 45: Apps Screen

    Play Store: Download new apps For more information, see Application Manager. from the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more. Applications Apps Screen...
  • Page 46: Organize Your Apps

    Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. Hide Apps from View You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps you do not want to see on the Apps screen. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 1.
  • Page 47 Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap More options for these options: • Edit: Touch and hold an app icon, and then drag it to: Create folder: Create a new folder. App info: View information about this app. Turn off: Disable the app.
  • Page 48: Google Applications

    Google Applications Enjoy these apps from Google. Google+ Chat with friends and family, post photos, Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. and see what others are sharing. google.com Visit to learn more. Visit google.com/mobile/+ to learn more about Google+ ™...
  • Page 49: Play Games

    Play Games Discover hundreds of games for download and purchase through the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store to learn more. Play Movies & TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet.
  • Page 50: T-Mobile Applications

    T-Mobile Applications Enjoy these apps from T‑Mobile. Note: Certain apps require a data plan or paid t-mobile.com subscription. Visit to learn more or contact your service provider for additional information. Mobile HotSpot Use your device as a mobile hotspot, sharing data with other devices through a Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 51: Other Applications

    Hancom Office 2014 Samsung+ Opens and manages Hancom ™ Office Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) Gain all the benefits of owning a Samsung documents. Galaxy device and to get any guidance and support you need along the way. Lookout Smart Manager...
  • Page 52: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. 5.
  • Page 53: 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 > 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Tap Share via, select a sharing method, and  Calendar.
  • Page 54: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Shortcuts Camera settings Switch between the front and Record video rear cameras Take a picture Change shooting mode View pictures and videos in the Gallery Taking Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or back Several visual effects are available. Some modes are camera, or combine shots with Dual mode.
  • Page 55 • Panorama: Create a linear image by taking 3. Tap Menu to display the following additional pictures in either a horizontal or vertical options. direction. Rear Camera Only • • Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls rate for viewing in slow motion.
  • Page 56 Both Cameras • Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low light situations, use a higher exposure. • Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the preview screen to take pictures. •...
  • Page 57: Clock

    Clock • The Clock app offers features for Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play keeping track of time and setting for the alarm. alarms. • Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the 1.
  • Page 58: World Clock

    World Clock Timer The world clock lets you keep track of the current The timer provides a countdown timer for up to time in multiple cities around the globe. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 59: Contacts

    Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...
  • Page 60: Delete Contacts

    Share a Name Card Delete Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can contacts to delete. share a vCard through Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, 1.
  • Page 61: Create A Group

    Groups Add Contacts to a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your  Contacts. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your 2.
  • Page 62: 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 > Contacts tab. 2. Tap  More options > Settings > Contacts. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Contacts...
  • Page 63: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Refreshing Your Email Account manage all your email accounts Refresh your account to update your email accounts. in one application. Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap To access Email: Refresh.
  • Page 64: Email Settings

    Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap  More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications Email...
  • Page 65: Galaxy Apps

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Galaxy Apps. 2. Swipe across the Galaxy Apps screens and locate and tap Galaxy Essentials. 3. Follow the prompts to download Galaxy Essentials apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...
  • Page 66: 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 start bracket to the View Images and Videos desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point.
  • Page 67: Deleting Images

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. More options > Settings. 2. Tap 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Samsung, Dropbox, Google, or Facebook account. Applications Gallery...
  • Page 68: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully Browser Tabs featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. Access the Internet To open a new tab: ► Tap Tabs > New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 69: Sharing Pages

    Sharing Pages Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings To share a web page address with others: associated with using the Internet app. ► Tap  More options > Share and follow the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 70: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Creating and Sending Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create and send a message using the Messaging app. default Messages app on your phone. Messages > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Compose.
  • Page 71: Viewing New Messages

    Viewing New Messages Messages 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 more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message:  Messages >...
  • Page 72: Music Player

    Music Player Stream the song to Volume another device More options Adjust volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the Shuffle songs song or playlist 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 73: 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. View Files 3.
  • Page 74 Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders After tapping on a category, the following options are available: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  My Files. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  My Files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
  • Page 75: S Health

    For recommends that you see your doctor before more information on proper wear and use, see engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. following apply: From Home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 76 When in Doubt — Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you.
  • Page 77: S Note

    Note: To use your finger to write and draw on S Notes, Sign in to your Samsung tap More > Settings > S Pen only mode to disable this restriction.
  • Page 78 Edit a Note To edit an S Note: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  S Note. 2. Tap a note to view it. 3. Tap Edit mode to edit the note. Note: Action memos behave differently from other notes. When you tap on an Action memo to view it, you can edit the memo immediately.
  • Page 79: 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 80: Scrapbook

    Scrapbook The Scrapbook app provides To edit categories: a place for you to manage the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Scrapbook. multimedia content you capture More options > Manage categories. 2. Tap with the S Pen tools. • Create category to create a new category.
  • Page 81: Video Player

    Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Rewind Playback Pause/Play position Fast-forward Change player Screen ratio More options File name • • Rewind: Restart the video, skip to a previous File name: View the name of the video file. video or rewind the video.
  • Page 82 Access the Video Player 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. Swipe through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. Tap a video to view it. Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video during video playback.
  • Page 83: Voice Recorder

    Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. View Recordings 1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Voice Recorder. Create a Voice Recording List to display a list of recordings. 2. Tap ► From a Home screen, tap  Apps > Search to search through available 3.
  • Page 84: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
  • Page 85: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Customize the Quick Settings Some options use an On/Off button to turn the option On ( ) or Off ( Menu • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Quick settings are the settings that you are most Email address, to display and set options.
  • Page 86: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap communication requires access  Settings. to a wireless Access Point (AP). 2.
  • Page 87 • Wi-Fi Settings Share Wi-Fi profile: Share Wi-Fi profiles you have created with others. The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many • Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. networks, and other settings. 1.
  • Page 88: Download Booster

    Download Booster Download large files (over 30 MB) faster by using Wi‑Fi and LTE networks at the same time. Note: Downloading using mobile networks may result in additional charges depending on your payment plan. To enable Download booster: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings.
  • Page 89: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range Scan for Bluetooth Devices communications technology that When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that allows you to connect wirelessly are visible. to a number of Bluetooth 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 90: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Review Files Received Through 5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap Bluetooth the name. Your device then automatically tries to pair with the target device. If automatic pairing When you receive files from another device through fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth device.
  • Page 91: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot

    Tethering and Mobile HotSpot Share your device’s Internet Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot connection with a computer that connects to your device using a Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile hotspot. USB cable or through Bluetooth. 1.
  • Page 92 Allowed Device List Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Manage your Mobile hotspot security and Control whether devices connect to your Mobile connecting settings. hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and 1.
  • Page 93: 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 94: 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. 2. Tap Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.
  • Page 95: Location Services

    Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Services maps, may require one or more Google Location History stores and uses your ™ device’s most recent location data. Google apps, location services be turned on such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve for full functionality.
  • Page 96: More Networks

    More Networks The More Networks settings Mobile Networks allow you to configure a variety Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. of communication settings for your device. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > More networks > Mobile networks for options: •...
  • Page 97: Adding A Vpn

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Wi-Fi Calling Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks Your device is equipped with Wi-Fi Calling (VPNs). functionality. Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your before setting up a VPN.
  • Page 98: Nfc And Sharing

    NFC and Sharing NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices touch your device with another 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 99: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices through Wi‑Fi, Wi‑Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. Apps 1. From a Home screen, tap >  Settings >...
  • Page 100: Printing

    Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). To set up a printer: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
  • Page 101: Screen Mirroring

    Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. To enable Screen Mirroring: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings > Screen Mirroring. • Available devices are listed. 2. Tap Scan to find more devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
  • Page 102: Mirrorlink

    MirrorLink Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. Note: 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 103: Sounds And Notifications

    Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Sound Mode vibrations used to indicate You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you’ve notifications, screen touches, made. and other activities. Tip: Sound modes are also available from the Device options menu.
  • Page 104: Vibrate When Ringing

    Vibrate When Ringing Other Sounds Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when Configure out sound options. you receive a call. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.  Settings. 2.
  • Page 105: Do Not Disturb

    Sound Quality and Effects Scheduling This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode You can enable sound effects when connected to a on or off automatically at scheduled times. headset. Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb Note: Sound effects are only available when mode has been turned on manually.
  • Page 106 Application Notifications To set whether application notifications are displayed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Application notifications. 3. Swipe through the alphabetical list of apps and tap an app. 4. Tap On/Off to block all notifications from this app or to show priority notifications for the selected app.
  • Page 107: Display

    Display Configure your display’s Screen Rotation brightness, screen timeout delay, Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on the orientation of your face. and other display settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. Brightness 2. Tap Display > Screen rotation to turn the feature on.
  • Page 108: Screen Mode

    Screen Mode Daydream Choose a screen mode to match your type of The Daydream setting controls what the screen viewing. You can choose to have the device displays when the device is docked (dock not automatically adapt the display depending on the included), or while charging.
  • Page 109: Led Indicator

    LED Indicator Enable the LED indicator, which illuminates on the front of the device for such functions as charging or low battery. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Display > LED indicator to enable this feature. Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent and...
  • Page 110: Wallpaper

    Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. To change wallpaper: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. Home screen, Lock screen, or Home 3.
  • Page 111: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen All Screen Locks • Locks have different levels of Show information: Display information on the Lock screen. security and options. • Camera shortcut: Display a camera shortcut on your Lock screen.
  • Page 112: Multi Window Settings

    Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. For more information, see Use Multi Window. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap On/Off to enable. • Tap Open in split screen view to automatically view content in split screen when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.
  • Page 113: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel 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 panel when you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 114: Edge Screen Settings

    Edge Screen Settings Manage the panels that display on the Edge screen, including your own custom panels, and set up night mode. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Edge screen. – or – Swipe upward on the Edge screen and then tap Settings.
  • Page 115: One-Handed Operation

    One-Handed Operation Change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Advanced features > One-handed operation. 3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following: • Reduce screen size: Press the Home key three times in quick succession to reduce the size of the display.
  • Page 116: 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  ...
  • Page 117: Accessibility

    Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available • High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. outline of fonts to increase the contrast with • the background. Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available.
  • Page 118 • Sound balance: Use the slider to set the Left and Right balance when using a stereo device. • Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone. • Sound detectors: Receive alerts when the phone detects the doorbell or a baby crying. Dexterity and Interaction •...
  • Page 119: 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 120: Finger Scanner

    Register a Fingerprint Home key. You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity will also set up as an alternative to your fingerprint. using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account.
  • Page 121: 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 each of the following and then tap On/Off to enable: •...
  • Page 122: S Pen Settings

    S Pen Settings Configure options and settings for the S Pen. To configure settings for the S Pen: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap S Pen to configure the following settings: • Air command: Turn on the Air command feature.
  • Page 123: Accounts

    Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts Samsung account, email, and of the same type. social networking accounts. Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers.
  • Page 124: Cloud

    1. From a Home screen, tap   Settings > Cloud. • If you have not signed in to your Dropbox 2. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync account, tap Link Dropbox account. settings and backup options. • Follow the prompts to set up and use Dropbox.
  • Page 125: 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, Backup and Restore downloaded applications, as well as your music,...
  • Page 126: Language And Input Settings

    • Hands-free: Allow requests with the device Samsung Keyboard locked. • Speech output: Select options for spoken Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. feedback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Offline speech recognition: Download and   Settings > Language and input.
  • Page 127 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options for options: • Choose either the Samsung or Google Settings next text-to-speech engine. Tap to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
  • Page 128: 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 129: Safety Assistance

    Safety Assistance Receive real‑time information Send Help Messages about emergencies and severe Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an emergency situation. weather conditions. To enable this feature: You can also enable Emergency 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 130: Accessories

    Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >   Settings . 2. Tap Accessories for options: • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included).
  • Page 131: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >   Settings . 2. Tap Battery for options: • Battery usage: View battery usage since the battery was last fully charged. • Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting your device’s performance, limiting vibration feedback, and restricting location...
  • Page 132: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and To increase available memory: usage, or mount, unmount, or 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. format an optional memory card 2. Tap Storage. (not included). 3. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps.
  • Page 133: Format A Memory Card

    Mount a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) backup your music and photo files that are stored on and prepared for use.
  • Page 134: Security

    Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely. Device Administration Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Remote Manage your device administrators and application controls.
  • Page 135: Credential Storage

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >   Settings . 2. Tap Security for options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung through Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Settings Security...
  • Page 136: Advanced Security

    Advanced Security Protect your device with these advanced security options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >   Settings . 2. Tap Security for options: • Trust agents: Set screen lock type to use. Only available when a secure screen lock is set.
  • Page 137: 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 • Getting started • Applications • Settings Settings Help...
  • Page 138: About Your Device

    Samsung legal information. • Report diagnostic info: Give consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to help improve the quality and performance of its products and services. • Device name: View and change your device’s name.
  • Page 139: Application Manager

    Application Manager • Manage settings for applications Reset app preferences: Reset options that have been changed. Existing app data is not on your device. deleted. Note: Options vary by application. Application Manager Manage Apps You can download and install new applications on your device.
  • Page 140: 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

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