Motorola Moto E User Manual
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Moto E
At a glance
St t
Start
Messages
Email
Music
Books
P t t
Protect
Want more?
Home screen & apps
Control & customise
Type
Games
Locate & navigate
Troubleshoot
Calls
Socialise
Browse
Organise
Safety
Hot topics
Contacts
Photos & videos
Connect & transfer
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  • Page 1 Moto E At a glance Start St t Home screen & apps Control & customise Calls Contacts Messages Email Type Socialise Browse Photos & videos Music Books Games Locate & navigate Organise Connect & transfer & Protect P t t...
  • Page 2: First Look

    Tips & tricks First look • Start: ready to start? See "Start". Your Moto E™ is built to keep up with you. It has a crisp display, Top topics the latest software and a battery that lasts all day. It's •...
  • Page 3: Top Topics

    At a glance At a glance Top topics Tips & tricks First look • Interactive: to get started quickly, touch Apps > Check out what your phone can do. Top topics Help for interactive tutorials. • Personalise your Home screen: see "Redecorate your •...
  • Page 4 Put in the SIM & memory cards, replace the Remove the Motorola Band Motorola Band & then power on The Motorola Band and around the edge of your phone covers Put in the SIM & memory cards, replace the the SIM and memory card slots.
  • Page 5 SIM in the phone, it's ready to use. With two, you can use slots are hidden by the band that goes around the edge of Motorola Band & then power on your phone. Take off the band to locate them.
  • Page 6: Battery Life

    Put in the SIM & memory cards, replace the reduce: apps at lightning fast speed. Depending on what you use, that Motorola Band & then power on Battery life can take a lot of power. • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® use: touch Apps >...
  • Page 7 Android Backup and restore feature, your contacts automatically appear on your new phone. Otherwise, use 11:35 the Motorola Migrate app in "Old phone to new phone". Or, visit www.motorola.com/transfercontacts. Note: this phone supports apps and services that may use a lot of data, so make sure your data plan meets your needs.
  • Page 8: Old Phone To New Phone

    • From Android™: on your old phone, download the Sign in Motorola Migrate app on Google Play™ to get started. • For iPhones, you can migrate contacts and calendar events Old phone to new phone Then on your new phone, touch Apps >...
  • Page 9: Google Play

    Put in the SIM & memory cards, replace the www.google.com/about/products. where you can find and enjoy your favourite films, books, Motorola Band & then power on Battery life magazines and Android apps and games. • Log in or open a Google account: visit Sign in www.google.com/accounts.
  • Page 10: Home Screen & Apps

    Home screen & apps you have quick access Home screen & apps Quick start: Home screen & apps Tips & tricks Quick start: Home screen & apps • Widgets: to put widgets such as a clock, interactive The Home screen is what you see when you first turn on your Help &...
  • Page 11: Help & More

    Tip: to close the keyboard, touch Watch tutorials, read First things first how-tos & more. New to Android? Show me how (step by step) Explore Learn about Motorola features Personalise your device Discover apps Need a real-live, actual Chat Call human? Chat or call us.
  • Page 12: Status And Notifications

    Home screen & apps Home screen & apps Google Now™ To turn Google Now on/off, set your preferences or learn more, Quick start: Home screen & apps open Google Now and touch > Settings Google Now brings you just the right information at just the Help &...
  • Page 13 Home screen & apps Home screen & apps Volume Icons at the top right of your screen tell you about phone status: Quick start: Home screen & apps Press the side Volume key up or down to select a volume from Help &...
  • Page 14: Discover Your Moto Apps

    Home screen & apps Home screen & apps Discover your Moto apps Moto Display Quick start: Home screen & apps See messages, calls and other notifications as they arrive. Even Your phone has special Moto apps, like Moto Assist and Moto Help &...
  • Page 15: Download Apps

    Home screen & apps Home screen & apps Download apps Apps from the web Quick start: Home screen & apps You can get apps from other online app stores using your Help & more Google Play™ browser. Search Get music, films, books, apps, games and more. Google Now™...
  • Page 16: Take Care Of Your Apps

    Safe Mode: turn off your phone, then turn it back Help & more For example, a simple battery level widget will use less than on when you see the "Motorola" logo during power-up, Search a streaming music player app. After installing an app, if press and hold both volume keys until you see the home Google Now™...
  • Page 17: Update Your Phone

    (25 MB or more) and may not be available in all countries. If the mobile network updates are not available in your country, update using a computer. • Using your computer: On your computer, go to www.motorola.com/update. Menu More Back Next...
  • Page 18: Control & Customise

    Control & customise how it acts & looks Control & customise Quick start: control & customise Tips & tricks Quick start: control & customise • Speak: touch in a search window, or on a keyboard. Take control of your phone: Controls and gestures On, off, lock &...
  • Page 19: Controls And Gestures

    Control & customise Control & customise Controls and gestures Press Quick start: control & customise Power button Controls and gestures Touch On, off, lock & unlock Press and hold the Power key to choose Find your way around: Customise your phone Power off Redecorate your Home screen •...
  • Page 20 Control & customise Control & customise Speak On, off, lock & unlock Quick start: control & customise Just tell your phone what you want. Your touchscreen is on when you need it and off when you Controls and gestures don't. To turn the screen on, press the Power button. On, off, lock &...
  • Page 21: Customise Your Phone

    Control & customise Control & customise • Owner info: to add a message to your lock screen in case • Display settings: to change brightness, animation and Quick start: control & customise you lose your phone, touch Apps > > other display settings, touch Apps >...
  • Page 22: Redecorate Your Home Screen

    Control & customise Control & customise Redecorate your Home screen Note: removing a shortcut from your Home screen doesn't Quick start: control & customise uninstall the app from your phone. For quick access to your favourite things, customise your Home Controls and gestures screen the way you want.
  • Page 23 • Browsers: enable webpages in your browser to be read out Note: for general information, accessories and more, visit loud. Move between pages, paragraphs, lines, words or www.motorola.com/accessibility. characters. Tip: navigate through your apps and menus to hear how voice...
  • Page 24 Control & customise Control & customise To pause/resume TalkBack: Shortcut gestures let you navigate your phone with simple Quick start: control & customise swipe gestures (for example, swipe up then left in a single • Wave your hand over the proximity sensor at the top of the Controls and gestures motion to go to the Home screen).
  • Page 25 Control & customise Control & customise Accessibility shortcut Zoom Quick start: control & customise Use simple gestures to quickly activate TalkBack and other Get a closer look. Controls and gestures accessibility features on your phone. For more information, On, off, lock & unlock •...
  • Page 26 Control & customise Control & customise Touchscreen & keys Quick start: control & customise To hear or feel when you touch the screen, touch Apps > Controls and gestures > > Settings Sound & notification Other sounds On, off, lock & unlock Customise your phone •...
  • Page 27: Quick Start: Calls

    Calls when you need to talk Calls Quick start: calls Tips & tricks Quick start: calls • During a call: your touchscreen goes dark to avoid Dial contacts, recent calls or numbers, all from one app. Make calls accidental touches. To wake it up, move it away from your Answer &...
  • Page 28: Make Calls

    Calls Calls Make calls • During a call: touch Mute to mute the call. To hide the Quick start: calls call screen, touch Home . To reopen it, swipe down the When you make a call, you have options: Make calls status bar and touch Ongoing call Answer &...
  • Page 29: Your Phone Number

    Calls Calls 3-way calls Emergency calls Quick start: calls During a call, you can start another call, switch between them Note: your service provider programs one or more emergency Make calls or join them in a 3-way call: phone numbers that you can call under any circumstances, Answer &...
  • Page 30: Quick Start: Contacts

    You can also see these contacts at 11:35 www.gmail.com. Sort contacts, change Contacts For help with transferring contacts, learn about Motorola settings, accounts and more. FAVOURITES ALL CONTACTS Migrate in "Old phone to new phone" or go to www.motorola.com/TransferContacts.
  • Page 31: Create Contacts

    Contacts Contacts Create contacts Edit, delete or hide contacts Quick start: contacts Find it: Apps > Contacts > Find it: Apps > Contacts Create contacts Call, text or email contacts Touch a text box to type the name and details. When you're •...
  • Page 32: Get Contacts

    Contacts Contacts Get contacts Share contacts Quick start: contacts Get all your contacts in one place. Share a contact with a Bluetooth® connection, in a message or Create contacts using Google Drive™: Call, text or email contacts • To add your social networking contacts, touch Apps >...
  • Page 33: Quick Start: Messages

    Messages say it & go Messages Quick start: messages Tips & tricks Quick start: messages • Forward a message: in a conversation, touch and hold a Stay in touch with messages and pictures. Read, reply, forward & delete text messages message for more options, such as forwarding it.
  • Page 34: Set Your Default Messaging App

    Messages Messages Read, reply, forward & delete text messages Email Quick start: messages Find it: Apps > Messaging Send and receive email. Set up and manage accounts. Read, reply, forward & delete text messages Set your default messaging app • Open: touch a conversation to open it. Find it: Apps >...
  • Page 35: Chat Using Google Hangouts

    Messages Messages • Add email accounts: the Gmail app manages all of your Quick start: messages email accounts. To add personal accounts, follow Email Read, reply, forward & delete text messages the prompts when you first open the app, or touch Apps Set your default messaging app >...
  • Page 36: Quick Start: Type

    Type keyboard when you need it Type Quick start: type Tips & tricks Quick start: type • Move the cursor: touch a spot in the text to place the When you touch a text box, such as in a message or search, you Text entry settings &...
  • Page 37: Text Entry Settings & Dictionary

    Type Type Text entry settings & dictionary Quick start: type Choose your keyboard style and edit the dictionary of words Text entry settings & dictionary your phone suggests: Cut, copy & paste Find it: Apps > > Settings Language & input •...
  • Page 38 Organise get it done any time Organise Clock Calendar Clock Find it: Apps > Clock > See all your events, all in one place. Calendar Corporate sync • Alarm: touch . Touch an alarm to edit it or touch Find it: Apps >...
  • Page 39: Corporate Sync

    Organise Organise • Show, edit or delete events: touch an event to open it, • To create a new file or folder, touch Clock then touch edit . Touch to remove the event. DELETE • To open a file, touch it. Calendar •...
  • Page 40: Quick Start: Socialise

    Socialise your life & your friends Socialise Quick start: socialise Tips & tricks Quick start: socialise • Upload photos: touch Apps > and touch a Gallery Google+™ makes connecting on the web more like photo or video. Choose > Google+ and select your connecting in the real world.
  • Page 41: Web Connection

    Browse explore & find Browse Quick start: Chrome™ Tips & tricks Quick start: Chrome™ • Webpage shortcut: to add a shortcut to a webpage on your Find it: Apps > Chrome Web connection Home screen, when viewing the webpage, touch Menu > Downloads •...
  • Page 42: Browser Options

    Browse Browse Downloads Safe surfing & searching Quick start: Chrome™ Warning: apps downloaded from the web can be from Keep track of what your browser and searches show: Web connection unknown sources. To protect your phone and personal data Downloads •...
  • Page 43: Photos And Videos

    Photos & videos see it, capture it, share it! Photos & videos Quick start: photos & videos Tips & tricks Quick start: photos & videos • Quick Capture: touch Apps > , swipe the Camera Take super clear photos with a twist of your wrist and a tap on Take photos screen right and touch to turn Quick Capture on or off.
  • Page 44: Take Photos

    Photos & videos Photos & videos Take photos Options Quick start: photos & videos Find it: Apps > Camera Take photos Panorama Take a wide-angle shot. Use the Record videos on-screen guide to slowly pan while Touch anywhere on the camera screen to take the photo. The perfect shot you are taking the photo.
  • Page 45: Capture Your Screen

    Photos & videos Photos & videos View, share & use photos & videos Capture your screen Quick start: photos & videos Find it: Apps > Gallery Share a screen capture of your favourite playlist, your new high Take photos score or a friend's contact information. If you can show it on Record videos •...
  • Page 46: Play Movies & Tv

    Play Movies & TV films & programmes, wherever you go Play Movies & TV Play Movies & TV Play Movies & TV Find and rent films and TV shows to watch on your phone, YouTube™ tablet or computer: Find it: Apps >...
  • Page 47: Play Music

    Play Music when life needs a soundtrack Play Music Quick start: music Tips & tricks Quick start: music • Volume: press the volume keys. Music everywhere — stream it, buy it, save it, play it. Listen and create playlists any time. •...
  • Page 48: Play Books

    Play Books even thick books fit Play Books Quick start: books Tips & tricks Quick start: books • Turn pages: while reading the book, turn the pages by Read your favourite books, magazines and newspapers when swiping them. and where you want. •...
  • Page 49: Play Games

    Play Games Why be bored? Play Games Quick start: games Tips & tricks Quick start: games • Challenge friends: you can play against people in your Download and play the latest fun games. Google+™ circles. Scroll down to Players and choose a Find it: Apps >...
  • Page 50: Locate & Navigate

    Locate & navigate where you are, where you're going Locate & navigate Quick start: locate & navigate Tips & tricks Quick start: locate & navigate • Find an address: in the search field, enter an address or Find a nearby cafe, get directions or step-by-step GPS voice something you're looking for, such as "restaurant".
  • Page 51: Connect & Transfer

    Connect & transfer wired up or wireless Connect & transfer Quick start: connect & transfer Tips & tricks Quick start: connect & transfer • Quick settings: get to the most used settings quickly. Connect accessories, computers, networks and more. Bluetooth® wireless Swipe down the status bar with two fingers.
  • Page 52: Bluetooth® Wireless

    Connect & transfer Connect & transfer Bluetooth® wireless Note: using a mobile device or accessory while driving may Quick start: connect & transfer cause distraction and may be illegal. Always obey the laws and Bluetooth® wireless Turn Bluetooth power on/off drive safely.
  • Page 53 Connect & transfer Connect & transfer Wi-Fi networks Your can make your phone a Wi-Fi hotspot to provide portable, Quick start: connect & transfer convenient Internet access to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices. Bluetooth® wireless Turn Wi-Fi power on/off Note: keep it secure. To protect your phone and hotspot from Wi-Fi networks Find it: Apps >...
  • Page 54: Usb Cables

    MTP or PTP device that lets you use Windows Media Player to transfer files. For more instructions or driver files, visit www.motorola.com/support. • For Apple™ Macintosh™: use Android File Transfer, available at www.android.com/filetransfer.
  • Page 55: Data Usage

    Connect & transfer Connect & transfer Data usage Note: usage information is provided to help you manage your Quick start: connect & transfer phone. This may not match the amounts charged by your You can track the amount of data uploaded and downloaded Bluetooth®...
  • Page 56: Memory Card

    Connect & transfer Connect & transfer Memory card Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Quick start: connect & transfer Your photos, videos and other files are automatically stored in A VPN lets you access files on a secured network (such as an Bluetooth®...
  • Page 57: Quick Start: Protect Your Phone

    Protect keep your phone safe Protect Quick start: protect your phone Find it: Apps > Settings > Security > Screen lock , then Quick start: protect your phone select the lock type: Make sure your information is protected in case your phone is Screen lock •...
  • Page 58: Sim Card Lock

    Protect Protect SIM card lock Back up & restore Quick start: protect your phone Caution: if you enter an incorrect SIM PIN three times, your Find it: Apps > Settings > Back up & reset , then touch Screen lock phone locks your SIM card and asks for your PIN unlock code.
  • Page 59: Get Help & More

    Help online at www.google.com/support. tutorials, how-tos, FAQs or chat with people who can help, right on your phone. • Everything Moto E: get PC software, user guides and more at www.motorola.com/mymotoe. • Accessories: get accessories for your phone at www.motorola.com/mobility.
  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    If you have questions or need assistance, we're here to help. Go to www.motorola.com/support, where you can select from a number of customer care options. You can also contact the Motorola Customer Support Centre on 0870-9010-555 (UK) 1850-909-555 (Ireland). Menu...
  • Page 61: For Your Safety

    Supervise access. If a child does use your mobile device, monitor their access to help Content copyright prevent loss of data or unexpected charges for data or application purchases. • Only use genuine Motorola batteries, which contain safety circuitry and are designed to OSS information give the best performance in your Motorola device.
  • Page 62: Operational Warnings

    RF exposure requirements. metal powders. • If you use your mobile phone with a non-Motorola accessory case or holder, make sure Menu More Turn off your mobile device before entering such an area, and do not charge batteries.
  • Page 63: Medical Devices

    Type name from your product’s label in the “Search” bar on the website. Regulatory information interference. Regulatory authorities within the EU may obtain compliance information by writing to: Product Safety and Compliance, Motorola • Turn OFF the mobile device immediately if you have any reason to suspect that EU conformance Mobility UK Ltd., Redwood, Crockford Lane, Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, RG24 8WQ, UNITED KINGDOM.
  • Page 64: Software Notices

    Safety, regulatory & legal Safety, regulatory & legal Emergency calls Motorola has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. See 47 For your safety When you make an emergency call, the mobile network may activate the AGPS technology CFR Sec.
  • Page 65: Content Copyright

    For instructions on how to obtain a copy of any source code being made publicly available by service provider. Glass parts Motorola related to software used in this Motorola mobile device, you may send your request in writing to the address below. Please make sure that the request includes the model Allergens Disposal &...
  • Page 66 Software notices Limited Warranty, Motorola will inform the consumer of the availability, price and other If you make a valid claim under this Limited Warranty, Motorola will (at its discretion) either (1) Location conditions applicable to the repair of the Product.
  • Page 67 (f) Products that have been modified in any manner without the written permission of MOTOROLA. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO Motorola. including (i) serial numbers, date tags or other manufacturer coding that has been Children HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.
  • Page 68: Copyright And Trademarks

    Operational warnings accurate at the time of printing. Motorola reserves the right to change or modify any RF energy information or specifications without notice or obligation.

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