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SM-N930F
SM-N930FD
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English. 08/2016. Rev.1.0
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  • Page 1 SM-N930F SM-N930FD User Manual English. 08/2016. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Basics 117 Internet 119 Email Controlling the touchscreen 120 Camera Home screen 143 Gallery Lock screen 148 Samsung Pay Always On Display 152 Samsung Gear Notification panel 153 Samsung Members Entering text 155 Game Launcher Screen capture 158 Samsung Notes Opening apps 164 PEN.UP...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 173 Voice Recorder 175 My Files 175 Clock 177 Calculator 177 Google apps 178 Amazon Video Settings 179 Introduction 179 Connections 192 Sounds and vibration 193 Notifications 193 Display 196 Wallpapers and themes 196 Advanced features 199 Device maintenance 201 Applications 201 Lock screen and security 203 Cloud and accounts...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    • D efault apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.

  • Page 5: Instructional Icons

    • B e careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.

  • Page 6: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance

    Getting Started Maintaining water and dust resistance Your device supports water- and dust-resistance. Follow these tips carefully to maintain the water- and dust-resistance of your device. Failure to do so may result in damage to your device. • D o not immerse the device in water deeper than 1.5 m or keep it submerged for more than 30 minutes.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    • A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 8: Device Layout

    Getting Started Device layout Device Speaker SIM card / Memory card tray Front camera Iris recognition camera LED indicator GPS antenna Iris recognition LED Proximity/Light sensor Power key Edge screen Edge screen Touchscreen Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor) Recents key Back key Headset jack Microphone...
  • Page 9 – If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection • U sing a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

  • Page 10: Key Function

    Getting Started Keys Function • P ress and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • P ress to turn on or lock the screen. • T ap to open the list of recent apps. Recents •...
  • Page 11 Getting Started Name Functions • U se the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. The Recents key and the Back key can be used with the S Pen. S Pen nib • H over the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature.

  • Page 12: Replacing The S Pen Nib

    Getting Started Replacing the S Pen nib If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it. Insert a new nib into the S Pen. Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers.

  • Page 13: Battery

    • F or more information about the S Pen, visit the Samsung website. • I f the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Battery Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.
  • Page 14 Getting Started Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack. Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket. Charging with a Micro USB cable Connect the Micro USB connector to charge the battery with a Micro USB cable. Do not plug a Micro USB cable into your device’s multipurpose jack.
  • Page 15 Getting Started Charging other devices Use the USB connector to charge another mobile device with your device’s battery. Plug the USB connector into your device’s multipurpose jack, and connect your device and the other device via the other device’s USB cable. When charging starts, the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.

  • Page 16: Reducing The Battery Consumption

    Getting Started Viewing the estimated charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Battery. The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The estimated charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
  • Page 17 • I f you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • I f the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

  • Page 18: Wireless Charging

    Getting Started Increasing the charging speed To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery. While charging the battery when the device is turned off, the icon appears on the screen. If the fast charging feature is not activated, on the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance →...

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    The device may not charge properly or may overheat. • I f you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose network reception. • U se Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.

  • Page 20: Power Saving Mode

    Getting Started Power saving mode Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Battery → MID. Tap CUSTOMISE to change the power saving settings before entering power saving mode.

  • Page 21: Sim Or Usim Card (Nano-Sim Card)

    Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
  • Page 22 Getting Started ► Dual SIM models: Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
  • Page 23 Getting Started Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. ► Single SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. ► Dual SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
  • Page 24 Getting Started Correct card installation ► Single SIM models: Nano-SIM card microSD card ► Dual SIM models: Nano-SIM card Nano-SIM card Nano-SIM card microSD card • U se only a nano-SIM card. • Y ou cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time.
  • Page 25 Getting Started Removing the SIM or USIM card Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. Remove the SIM or USIM card. ► Single SIM models: ►...
  • Page 26 Getting Started Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Connections → SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 27: Memory Card (Microsd Card)

    Getting Started Memory card (microSD card) Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 256 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • S ome memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
  • Page 28 Getting Started Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged. Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be disabled.

  • Page 29: Removing The Memory Card

    Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

  • Page 30: Usb Connector

    Getting Started Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Storage → → Storage settings →...

  • Page 31: Turning The Device On And Off

    Getting Started Connecting a USB peripheral device Connect the USB peripheral device to the USB connector and plug the USB connector into the multipurpose jack of your device. Some USB peripheral devices may not be compatible with your device. USB flash drive connection Mouse/Keyboard connection Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.

  • Page 32: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device

    You can transfer contacts, images, and other data from a previous device to your device via Smart Switch (wirelessly or using a USB connector) or Samsung Cloud. • T his feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
  • Page 33 Getting Started When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap Smart Switch → RECEIVE. On the previous device, tap ALLOW. Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from the previous device. Do not disconnect the USB cable or USB connector from the device when you are transferring files.

  • Page 34: Device

    Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 35: Device

    Getting Started Transferring data via Samsung Cloud Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer Samsung account for more information.

  • Page 36: Basics

    Basics Controlling the touchscreen • D o not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • T o avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 37 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 38 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.

  • Page 39: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right. The Home screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 40: Home Screen Options

    Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
  • Page 41 Basics Moving items Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location. You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to Move apps at the top of the screen.

  • Page 42: Managing Panels

    Basics Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap ADD, tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Home screen. To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the Home screen.
  • Page 43 Basics Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.

  • Page 44: Searching For Items

    Basics Rearranging items You can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen. On the Apps screen, tap → Sort → Alphabetical order. Searching for items You can search for apps on the Apps screen or from Galaxy Apps or Play Store. On the Apps screen, enter characters in the search field.

  • Page 45: Lock Screen

    Basics Icon Meaning GPS activated Call in progress Missed call New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Charging another device Battery charging Battery power level Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it.
  • Page 46 Samsung account. • I f the unlock code is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.

  • Page 47: Always On Display

    Basics Always On Display You can set the device to display information, such as a clock, calendar, or image, on the screen when it is turned off. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Always On Display and tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 48 Basics Opening notifications when the screen is off When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on the screen even when it is turned off. Double-tap a notification icon with your finger to view its notification. •...

  • Page 49: Notification Panel

    Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.
  • Page 50 Basics ► Dual SIM models: Launch Settings. Quick setting buttons SIM and USIM card feature preferences. Tap to access the SIM card manager. Tap a notification and perform various actions. Clear all notifications. Block notifications from apps. Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features.
  • Page 51 Basics To view more detailed settings, tap the text under each button. To rearrange buttons, tap and hold a quick setting button until all the quick setting buttons are displayed. Then, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location. Finder Search for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.

  • Page 52: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Enter uppercase.
  • Page 53 Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. Change the voice input settings. Start or pause entering text by voice.

  • Page 54: Copying And Pasting

    Basics Copying and pasting Tap and hold over text. to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Drag Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste. To paste text that you have previously copied, tap Clipboard and select the text.

  • Page 55: Screen Capture

    Basics Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area. Capturing a screenshot Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in Gallery.

  • Page 56: Opening Apps

    Basics Opening apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it. To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and select a recent app window. Closing an app , and tap or drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it.
  • Page 57 Basics Using the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Then, swipe to the left or right to switch between the Edge panels. If the Edge panel handle is not visible, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Edge screen, and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it.
  • Page 58 Basics Editing the Edge panels Select panels to display on the Edge screen or edit them. Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the panel. to open the Edge panel settings screen. Tick Edge panels to display. To edit a panel, tap EDIT. To download additional panels, tap DOWNLOAD.

  • Page 59: People Edge

    Basics Editing the Apps edge panel • T o add an app, tap on the panel and tap an app from the apps list. • T o create a folder on the panel, tap on the panel, tap and hold an app from the apps list, and then drag it over another app on the Apps edge panel.
  • Page 60 Basics Editing the People edge panel • T o change the order of contacts, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to another location. • T o delete a contact, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.
  • Page 61 Basics Contacting people from the People edge panel Open the People edge panel and tap a contact. The communication buttons will appear on the screen. Tap the desired button to call or send a message to the contact. Edge lighting The Edge screen lights up when you receive a call or notification while the device’s screen is facing downwards.
  • Page 62 Basics To edit the default rejection message, tap the message text under Quick reply message. OnCircle You can send images, live emoticons, and other fun messages to your friends. • T his feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. •...
  • Page 63 Basics . Or, tap your contact’s profile image several times or draw patterns on it to send fun messages. Send live emoticons. Send handwritten messages, short video clips, or drawings. to send messages. Tasks edge Quickly perform frequently used tasks, such as composing messages and creating events. Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
  • Page 64 Basics Edge feeds Real-time news, missed calls, message alerts, and other information can be displayed on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off. Setting Edge feeds Set information to display on the Edge screen. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Display → Edge screen. Tap Edge feeds and tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 65: Night Clock

    Basics Swipe to the left or right on the Edge screen to view the Edge feeds. • T he Edge screen turns off if the device is not used for a specified period. To change the Edge screen’s time-out setting, open the Apps screen and tap Settings → Display →...

  • Page 66: Pen Features

    Basics S Pen features Air command Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used apps. To open the Air command panel, detach the S Pen from the slot or hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
  • Page 67 Activate various S Pen features from the Air command panel. The shortcuts that do not appear on the panel by default can be added by using the Add shortcuts feature. • C reate note: Launch Samsung Notes and create a new note. Refer to Samsung Notes more information.

  • Page 68: Smart Select

    Basics Smart select Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. You can also select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF animation. When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select.
  • Page 69 Basics Capturing an area from a video While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation. When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select. On the toolbar, tap Animation.

  • Page 70: Screen Write

    Basics Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image. When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write. The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears. If you capture content that continues across multiple screens, such as a webpage, tap Scroll capture to capture more content.
  • Page 71 Basics Translate Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. • T o use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • T his feature does not support some languages. •...
  • Page 72 Basics Magnify Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it. Open the Air command panel and tap Magnify. Select the magnification size from the magnifier panel at the top of the screen. Hover the S Pen over the area you want to enlarge. The magnifier window will appear.
  • Page 73 Basics Glance Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view. For example, launch a map app, open the Air command panel, and then tap Glance. The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 74: Air View

    Basics Air view Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop- up window. In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window. Action buttons If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features →...
  • Page 75 Double-tap with your finger to view the memo without turning on the screen. To view memos, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung Notes → CATEGORIES → Screen off memo. • I f this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features →...

  • Page 76: Iris Recognition

    If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
  • Page 77 Basics Precautions for using iris recognition Before using the iris recognition camera and LED, keep the following precautions in mind. • T o protect your eyes, keep the screen at least 20 cm away from your face when using iris recognition.
  • Page 78 Basics Hold your device about 25-35 cm away from your face with the screen facing towards you. 25-35 cm Registering irises The device can save the iris data of one person only. You cannot register more than one set of irises. On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...
  • Page 79 Basics Position your eyes inside the circles on the screen and open your eyes wide. The iris recognition camera will scan your irises. When an iris lock pop-up window appears, tap ENABLE to use your irises to unlock the screen. When you swipe in any direction on the locked screen, the iris recognition screen will appear.
  • Page 80 Basics Verifying the Samsung account password Use your irises to verify your Samsung account password. You can use your irises instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Irises.
  • Page 81 Basics Unlocking the screen with irises You can unlock the screen with your irises instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Irises. Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. Tap the Iris unlock switch to activate it.

  • Page 82: Fingerprint Recognition

    If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
  • Page 83 Basics For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: • T he Home key contains a fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the Home key is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces.
  • Page 84 Tick fingerprints to delete and tap REMOVE. Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
  • Page 85 You can use your fingerprint to verify your account and password to sign in to the webpage. Using fingerprints with Samsung Pay You can use fingerprints with Samsung Pay to make payments quickly and securely. Refer to Samsung Pay for more information.

  • Page 86: Secure Folder

    Basics Secure Folder Introduction Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and notes, from being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is unlocked. Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB or Wi-Fi Direct.
  • Page 87 A shortcut to Secure Folder will be added to the Home screen and the Apps screen. If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung account. Tap the reset button that appears when an incorrect unlock code is entered, and enter your Samsung account password.
  • Page 88 Tap and hold an app, and drag it to Disable or Uninstall at the top of the screen. Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Secure Folder.
  • Page 89 • B ACK UP AND UNINSTALL: Back up content and uninstall Secure Folder. To access data backed up from Secure Folder, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung → My Files → My device → Secure Folder.

  • Page 90: Multi Window

    Basics Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view Pop-up view...
  • Page 91 Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. Swipe to the left or right to select another app to launch. You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding...
  • Page 92 Basics Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
  • Page 93 Basics • : Minimise the window. • : Maximise the window. • : Close the app. Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows. Pop-up view On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in the pop-up view.

  • Page 94: Samsung Account

    Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account.
  • Page 95 Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts.

  • Page 96: Device And Data Management

    Basics Device and data management Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.

  • Page 97: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup → Back up my data for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to activate them, and then tap BACK UP NOW.

  • Page 98: Quick Connect

    Basics Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup and tap the Back up my data switch for the Google account to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account. To restore data using a Google account, tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it.

  • Page 99: Connecting To Other Devices

    Basics Connecting to other devices Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap Search phone and scan for nearby devices. Tap Scan for nearby devices. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features will be activated and the device will automatically search for nearby devices.

  • Page 100: Sharing Features

    Basics • U se as remote control: Use your device as a remote control for the TV. • V iew TV on device: Watch TV on your device’s screen. You can continue watching TV within the allowed connection range. •...
  • Page 101 You can also use the following options: • L ink sharing: Upload content to the Samsung storage server and share the link and the access code with others, even if they are not saved in your contacts list. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified.

  • Page 102: Emergency Mode

    Basics Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more. Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode.

  • Page 103: Applications

    Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Tap Samsung → Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 104: Managing Apps

    Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap → Edit. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings →...

  • Page 105: Phone

    Applications Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls Tap Phone on the Apps screen. Enter a phone number. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. ► Single SIM models: Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.

  • Page 106: Using Speed Dial

    Applications ► Dual SIM models: Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character. Hide the keypad. Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.

  • Page 107: Making An International Call

    Applications Making an international call to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen. Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. ► Single SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then ►...

  • Page 108: Options During Calls

    Applications Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list. On the Apps screen, tap Phone → → Settings → Block numbers. , tick contacts, and then tap DONE. To manually enter a number, tap Enter phone number, enter a phone number, and then When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications.

  • Page 109: Contacts

    Applications During a video call Tap the screen to use the following options: • : Access additional options. • S witch: Switch between the front and rear cameras. • : End the current call. • M ute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
  • Page 110 Applications Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information. Open more information fields. Scan contact information from a business card. Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save may vary. Tap SAVE.

  • Page 111: Importing Contacts

    Synching contacts with your web accounts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Samsung account. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts, select an account name, select the account to sync with, and then tap the Sync Contacts switch to activate it.

  • Page 112: Searching For Contacts

    Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts. Use one of the following search methods: • S croll up or down the contacts list. • D rag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.

  • Page 113: Sharing Contacts

    Applications Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. Tap → Share. Tick contacts and tap SHARE. Select a sharing method. Merging duplicate contacts When you import contacts from other storages, or sync or move contacts to other accounts, your contacts list may include duplicate contacts.

  • Page 114: Messages

    Applications Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Add recipients and tap COMPOSE. Enter a message. ► Single SIM models: Access additional options.

  • Page 115: Viewing Messages

    Applications ► Dual SIM models: Access additional options. Edit recipients. Add recipients from the contacts list. Attach files. Select a SIM or USIM card. Enter a message. Enter emoticons. ► Single SIM models: Tap SEND to send the message. ► Dual SIM models: Tap to send the message.

  • Page 116: Blocking Unwanted Messages

    Applications Blocking unwanted messages Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list. Tap Messages on the Apps screen. Tap → Settings → Block messages → Block numbers. Tap INBOX or CONTACTS, select a contact, and then tap To manually enter a number, tap Enter number, and then enter a phone number. Setting the message notification You can change notification sound, display options, and more.

  • Page 117: Internet

    Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing webpages On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Internet. Tap the address field. Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.

  • Page 118: Changing Security Settings

    Applications Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password and your fingerprint or irises. Activating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs → ENABLE SECRET. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.

  • Page 119: Email

    Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Email. Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN. To manually register an email account, tap MANUAL SETUP.

  • Page 120: Camera

    Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • D o not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. • D o not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. •...
  • Page 121 Applications Using swipe gestures Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply filter effects. Front camera preview Shooting modes Rear camera preview Filter effects Switching cameras On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras. Viewing shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe from the left to the right to open the shooting modes list.

  • Page 122: Basic Shooting

    Applications Viewing filter effects One the preview screen, swipe from the right to the left to open the filter effects list. You can apply a unique feel to your photos or videos. This feature is only available in some shooting modes. Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
  • Page 123 Applications • T he preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • T he camera automatically shuts off when unused. • M ake sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.

  • Page 124: Auto Mode

    Applications Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE) You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources. Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked.
  • Page 125 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value. On the shooting modes list, tap Pro. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a photo. • : Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar towards to manually adjust the focus.
  • Page 126 Applications Separating the focus area and the exposure area You can lock the focus and the exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically based on changes to the subjects or light sources. In pro mode, you can separate the exposure and focus and set them to different points.
  • Page 127 Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • M ove the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 128 Applications Selective focus Use the out-of-focus effect to make specific objects stand out in a photo. On the shooting modes list, tap Selective focus. Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. to take a photo. Tap the preview thumbnail.
  • Page 129 Applications Slow motion Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion. On the shooting modes list, tap Slow motion. to start recording. When you are finished recording, tap to stop.
  • Page 130 Applications Drag to select the area of the video to be played in slow motion. To set a slow motion section more precisely, tap and hold , and then drag your finger to the left or right to move through the section frame by frame. Start bracket End bracket Slow motion sections...
  • Page 131 Applications to start recording. to finish recording. On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail and tap to view the video. Food Take photos of food with more vibrant colours. On the shooting modes list, tap Food. Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight. The area outside the circular frame will be blurred.
  • Page 132 Applications Virtual shot Take a series of photos while circling a subject to create a view of the subject from multi angles. You can view the subject from different angles by dragging your finger left or right on the photo. On the shooting modes list, tap Virtual shot.
  • Page 133 Applications Video collage Record videos to create a unique video collage. You can edit the videos and share them with others. On the shooting modes list, tap Video collage. and select a collage type under the screen ratio you want to use. To record a video to view it in a slow motion video collage, select a collage type under Slow motion collage.
  • Page 134 Applications Edit the video using the available options. • A udio: Adjust the recorded sound or insert background music. • S low parts: Select sections of the video in each frame to be played in slow motion. This option appears when you select the Slow motion video option. •...
  • Page 135 Applications To change your channel’s name, tap the default name and enter a new name. To set your broadcast as public or private, tap Settings → Privacy. Tap Invite, and select contacts or manually enter phone numbers. When the broadcast starts, the video link will be sent to the selected contacts via message.
  • Page 136 Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. On the shooting modes list, tap Selfie. Face the front camera lens.
  • Page 137 Applications Applying beauty effects You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits. This feature is available only in Selfie mode. On the preview screen, tap Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and take a photo of yourself.
  • Page 138 Applications Face the front camera lens. When the device detects your face, tap the sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself. Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear.

  • Page 139: Camera Settings

    Applications Wide self-portrait with motion You can take and view a wide self-portrait with motion. • W hen taking a wide self-portrait with motion, sound will not be recorded. • D epending on the shooting conditions, motion may not be saved. On the wide selfie preview screen, tap to activate the motion feature and take a wide self-portrait with motion.
  • Page 140 Applications • : Change the focus area. Multi focuses on several areas within the frame. Multiple Centre focuses on the centre rectangles will appear to indicate the focused areas. within the frame. • : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot.
  • Page 141 Applications • V ideo size: Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more memory. • T racking AF: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject. When you select a subject, the device will focus on the subject even if the subject is moving or you change the camera’s position.
  • Page 142 • V olume key function: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter. • R eset settings: Reset the camera settings. • C ontact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. Refer to Samsung Members for more information.

  • Page 143: Gallery

    Applications Gallery Introduction View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories to share with others. Viewing images and videos Viewing images On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES. Select an image.

  • Page 144: Viewing Videos

    Applications To hide or show the menus, tap the screen. You can create a GIF animation or collage from multiple images. Tap → Animate or Collage, and then select images. You can select up to six images for your collage. Searching for images On the Gallery screen, tap SEARCH to view images sorted by category, such as location, people, documents, and more.
  • Page 145 Applications Using the Video enhancer feature Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colours. On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Advanced features and tap the Video enhancer switch to activate it. •...
  • Page 146 Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap DELETE. Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud You can sync images and videos saved in Gallery with Samsung Cloud and access them from other devices. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud.
  • Page 147 Applications Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen. Deleting multiple images and videos On the Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete. Tick the images or videos to delete.

  • Page 148: Samsung Pay

    Samsung Pay Introduction Register frequently used cards to Samsung Pay, a mobile payment service, to make payments quickly and securely. Samsung Pay supports magnetic secure transmission (MST) as well as near field communication (NFC) to allow payment through standard credit card readers.
  • Page 149 Samsung account Fingerprint recognition. • T o make payments with Samsung Pay, the device may be required a connection to a Wi-Fi or mobile network depending on the region. Setting up Samsung Pay When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup.
  • Page 150 You can easily register cards by capturing their images with the camera. You can check the cards that support this feature from the Samsung Pay website (www.samsung.com/samsungpay). On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Pay → Add and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your card registration. Making payments Tap and hold a card image at the bottom of the screen and drag it upwards.
  • Page 151 On the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a card to use. Place your finger on the Home key to scan your fingerprint. Alternatively, enter the payment PIN you set when setting up the Samsung Pay. Touch the back of your device to the card reader.

  • Page 152: Samsung Gear

    Changing the Samsung Pay settings On the Samsung Pay screen, tap More → Settings. Select the screen where the card image will appear to activate Samsung Pay on the Home screen or locked screen, or when the screen is turned off.

  • Page 153: Samsung Members

    • T his app’s availability and supported features may vary depending on the region or service provider. • T his app may appear in the Samsung folder depending on the region or service provider. • T o submit your feedback or post your comments in Feedback and Community, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
  • Page 154 • F AQ: View frequently asked questions and their answers by category. • Q UESTIONS/ERRORS: Submit a question or error report to the Samsung Service Centre. When you submit a question or error report, your device information, such as model name and operating system log (which is optional to send), will also be sent for a more accurate analysis.

  • Page 155: Game Launcher

    Applications News and tips View the latest Galaxy news and usage tips. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Members → → News and tips. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access.
  • Page 156 Applications Using Game Launcher On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Games and tap the Game Launcher switch to activate it. Game Launcher will be added to the Home screen and the Apps screen. When you deactivate the feature, Game Launcher will be removed from the Home screen and the Apps screen.
  • Page 157 Applications Using Game Tools You can set the Game Tools icon to be displayed as a floating icon on game screens. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Games and tap the Game Tools switch to activate it. While playing a game, tap to display the game tools.

  • Page 158: Samsung Notes

    S Pen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes. Creating notes On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes → ALL → You can also open the Air command panel and tap the Create note shortcut.
  • Page 159 Applications Composing notes in handwriting mode On the note composer screen, tap Pen to write or draw with the S Pen. Selection mode Undo Eraser mode Redo Pen mode Extend the page. Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.
  • Page 160 Applications Using the line eraser When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap Tap an area to erase. The whole line on the area will be erased. The line eraser can erase your note line by line. • T o only erase the area you touch with the S Pen, tap once more and tap Erase touched area.
  • Page 161 Applications Tap or draw a line around the input to select. To move the input to another location, select the input, and then drag it to a new location. To change the size of the selection, tap the input and drag a corner of the frame that appears.
  • Page 162 Applications Painting with brushes On the note composer screen, tap Brush to paint with various brushes. When you are finished, tap DONE to insert your painting into the note. You can post your painting to PEN.UP to share it with others. Change the brush type.

  • Page 163: Deleting Notes

    Pinning a note to the Home screen Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes. Tap ALL, or tap CATEGORIES and select a category. Select a note and tap → Pin to home screen.

  • Page 164: Pen.up

    PEN.UP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. View your recent activity history. Your profile View artwork by category. Post your artwork. You can sign in to PEN.UP with your Samsung account or other SNS accounts.
  • Page 165 Applications Posting your artwork Post your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PEN.UP. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → PEN.UP → Add your artwork to post and enter a title, description, and hashtag. Add your artwork to post.
  • Page 166 Applications Viewing artwork Select a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also download artwork or set one as your wallpaper. Set the artwork as a favourite. View the users who like the artwork.

  • Page 167: Calendar

    Applications Calendar Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner. Creating events Tap Calendar on the Apps screen. or double-tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap Enter event details.

  • Page 168: S Health

    When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Tap Samsung → S Health on the Apps screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  • Page 169 Using S Health You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. Tap Samsung → S Health on the Apps screen. Goals and programmes Trackers To add items to the S Health screen, tap → Manage items, and then select items under each tab.

  • Page 170: Additional Information

    (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes.

  • Page 171: Voice

    When launching S Voice for the first time, tap START and set your own wake-up command. To change the wake-up command, open the Apps screen and tap Samsung → S Voice. Then, → Voice wake-up → Set wake-up command → Set custom wake-up command →...

  • Page 172: Setting The Language

    The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. Setting the language On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → S Voice → → Language, and then select a language.

  • Page 173: Voice Recorder

    Use different recording modes for various situations, such as in an interview. The device can convert your voice to text and distinguish between sound sources. Making voice recordings On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Voice Recorder. to start recording. Speak into the microphone. to pause recording.
  • Page 174 Applications Changing the recording mode On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Voice Recorder. Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen. • S TANDARD: This is the normal recording mode. • I NTERVIEW: The microphone is sensitive to sounds from two directions. In this mode, both the top and the bottom of the device pick up equal amounts of sound.

  • Page 175: My Files

    Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → My Files. View files that are stored in each storage. You can also view files in your device or a memory card by category.

  • Page 176: World Clock

    Applications WORLD CLOCK On the Apps screen, tap Clock → WORLD CLOCK. Creating clocks , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap ADD. Deleting clocks Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap DELETE. STOPWATCH On the Apps screen, tap Clock →...

  • Page 177: Calculator

    Applications Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Apps screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Auto rotate is disabled, tap to display the scientific calculator. To see the calculation history, tap HISTORY. To close the calculation history panel, tap KEYPAD.

  • Page 178: Amazon Video

    Applications Play Movies & TV Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from Play Store. Drive Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others. YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.

  • Page 179: Settings

    Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH. Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 180 Settings Tap CONNECT. • O nce the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET.
  • Page 181 SIG, may be incompatible with your device. • D o not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.

  • Page 182: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Settings Pairing with other Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. Select a device to pair with. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option.

  • Page 183: Data Usage

    Settings Unpairing Bluetooth devices On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth. The device displays the paired devices in the list. next to the device name to unpair. Tap Unpair. Device visibility Allow other devices to find your device to share content with you. When this feature is activated, your device will be visible to other devices when they search for available devices using their Transfer files to device option.

  • Page 184: Flight Mode

    Settings Drag the limit adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set the limit. Drag the warning adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set a data usage alert level. The device will alert you when the warning level is reached. Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your device.
  • Page 185 Settings Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from the tag appears. Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC tags or receive data. Making payments with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service.

  • Page 186: Sending Data

    Settings Sending data Allow data exchange when your device’s NFC antenna touches the other device’s NFC antenna. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → NFC and payment and tap the switch to activate it. Tap the Android Beam switch to activate it. Select an item and touch the other device’s NFC antenna to your device’s NFC antenna.

  • Page 187: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile hotspot and tethering. You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

  • Page 188: Mobile Networks

    Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile networks. • D ata roaming: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming. • N etwork mode (single SIM models): Select a network type. Network mode SIM 1 / Network mode SIM 2 (dual SIM models): Select a network type.

  • Page 189: More Connection Settings

    Settings Location Change settings for location information permissions. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Location. • L ocating method: Select a network to use for locating your device. • I mprove accuracy: Set the device to use the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth feature to increase the accuracy of your location information, even when the features are deactivated.
  • Page 190 Settings Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings → Printing → Download plug-in. Search for a printer plug-in in Play Store. Select a printer plug-in and install it. Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 191: Download Booster

    Settings Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLink When using this feature for the first time, connect the device to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. Pair your device with a vehicle via Bluetooth. Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information.

  • Page 192: Sounds And Vibration

    Settings Sounds and vibration Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration. • S ound mode: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode. • V ibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. •...

  • Page 193: Notifications

    Settings Notifications Change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Notifications. To customise notification settings, tap ADVANCED and select an app. • A llow notifications: Allow notifications from the selected app. • S et as priority: Display notifications at the top of the notification panel and include them in the allowed list when Do not disturb is activated.
  • Page 194 Settings • S creen mode: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast. • E asy mode: Switch to easy mode to display larger icons and apply a simpler layout to the Home screen. Refer to Easy mode for more information.

  • Page 195: Easy Mode

    Settings To set the schedule to apply the blue light filter to the screen, tap the Enable as scheduled switch to activate it and select an option. • S unset to sunrise: Set the device to apply the blue light filter at night and turn it off in the morning, based on your location.

  • Page 196: Wallpapers And Themes

    Settings Wallpapers and themes Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various themes to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Wallpapers and themes. Advanced features Options Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features.
  • Page 197 Settings • Q uick launch Camera: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice quickly. • P op-up view gesture: Set the device to view the app screen in the pop-up view. Refer to Pop-up view for more information.

  • Page 198: Send Sos Messages

    Settings Send SOS messages In an emergency situation, quickly press the Power key three times. The device sends messages to your emergency contacts. The messages include your location information. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Send SOS messages, and then tap the switch to activate it.

  • Page 199: Device Maintenance

    Settings Device maintenance The device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Battery Device security Storage Using the quick optimisation feature On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance →...

  • Page 200: Managing The Battery

    Settings Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features. On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Battery. • T he usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out.

  • Page 201: Applications

    Settings On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → RAM. To speed up your device by reducing the amount of RAM you are using, tick apps from the apps list, and tap CLEAN NOW. Device security Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware. On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance →...
  • Page 202 • F ingerprints: Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information. • I rises: Register your irises to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Iris recognition for more information.

  • Page 203: Cloud And Accounts

    Cloud and accounts Introduction Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud, or reset your device. You can also register and manage accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, and transfer data to or from other devices via Smart Switch.
  • Page 204 On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Backup. Samsung account • B ack up my data: Back up your personal information and app data to Samsung Cloud. You can also set the device to automatically back up data.

  • Page 205: Google

    Settings Google account • B ack up my data: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server. • B ackup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account. • A utomatic restore: Set the device to automatically restore settings and app data from the Google server when apps are reinstalled.

  • Page 206: Accessibility

    Settings Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. Using the Home key to open accessibility menus On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Direct access, and then tap the switch to activate it.
  • Page 207 Settings Voice Assistant (Voice feedback) Activating or deactivating Voice Assistant When you activate Voice Assistant, the device will start voice feedback. When you tap the selected feature once, the device will read the text on the screen aloud. Tapping the feature twice will activate the feature.
  • Page 208 Settings • S wiping to the left then right in one motion: Scroll up the screen. • S wiping to the right then left in one motion: Scroll down the screen. • S wiping upwards then downwards in one motion: Move to the first item on the screen. •...
  • Page 209 Settings Using the contextual menu While you are using Voice Assistant, swipe to the left or right with three fingers. The contextual menu will appear and the device will read the options aloud. Swipe to the left or right with three fingers to scroll through the options. When you hear the option you want, swipe upwards or downwards to use the option or adjust the settings for the option.
  • Page 210 Settings • R ead out phonetic alphabet: Set the device to say a word that starts with the letter you tap and hold on the keyboard. • R ead out usage hints: Set the device to read usage hints aloud when you select an item by swiping.

  • Page 211: Entering Text Using The Keyboard

    Settings Reading passwords aloud Set the device to read the password aloud when you enter the password while Voice Assistant is activated. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the Speak passwords switch to activate it. Setting text-to-speech features Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when Voice Assistant is activated, such as languages, speed, and more.

  • Page 212: Changing The Font Size

    Settings Vision Adding voice recordings to voice labels You can use voice labels to distinguish objects of similar shape by attaching labels to them. You can record and assign a voice recording to an NFC-enabled voice label. The voice recording is played back when you place your device near the label. Turn on the NFC feature before using this feature.

  • Page 213: Magnifying The Screen

    Settings Using the high contrast keyboard Increase the size of the Samsung keyboard and change the key colours to increase the contrast between the text and the background. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the High contrast keyboard switch to activate it.

  • Page 214: Reversing The Display Colours

    Settings Converting the screen to greyscale mode Display colours on the screen as grey tones. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Vision, and then tap the Greyscale switch to activate it. Reversing the display colours Improve screen visibility to help users recognise text on the screen more easily. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility →...

  • Page 215: Setting Flash Notification

    On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Hearing, and then tap the Turn off all sounds switch to activate it. Caption settings On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Hearing → Samsung subtitles (CC) or Google subtitles (CC), and then tap the switch to activate it. Select an option for configuring the caption settings.

  • Page 216: Adjusting The Sound Balance

    Settings Adjusting the sound balance Set the device to adjust the sound balance when using a headset. Connect a headset to the device and wear it. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Hearing. Drag the adjustment bar under Left/right sound balance to the left or right and adjust the sound balance.

  • Page 217: Assistant Menu

    Settings Assistant menu Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon for accessing apps, features, and settings. You can easily control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Assistant menu.

  • Page 218: Interaction Control

    Settings To change the touch area and cursor settings, open the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Assistant menu. Then, customise settings in Touchpad and cursor settings. Using enhanced assistive menus Set the device to display enhanced assistive menus for selected apps. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility →...
  • Page 219 Settings Tap the switch to activate it. Press and hold the Home key and the Volume Down key simultaneously while using an app. Adjust the size of the frame or draw a line around an area that you want to restrict. Tap DONE.

  • Page 220: Answering Or Ending Calls

    Settings Answering or ending calls Set to answer or end calls by pressing a button or using a voice command. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility → Answering and ending calls. Select the desired method. Using single tap mode When an alarm sounds or a call comes in, tap the button to stop the alarm or answer the call instead of dragging the button.

  • Page 221: General Management

    • R eport diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. • M arketing information: Set whether to receive Samsung marketing information, such as special offers, membership benefits, and newsletters.

  • Page 222: User Manual

    Settings User manual View help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings. On the Settings screen, tap User manual. About device Access your device’s information. On the Settings screen, tap About device. • S tatus: View various device information, such as the SIM card status, Wi-Fi MAC address, and serial number.

  • Page 223: Appendix

    Settings Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...
  • Page 224 • R estart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • E nsure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • I f the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions.
  • Page 225 The battery icon is empty Your battery is low. Charge the battery. The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • E nsure that the charger is connected properly. • V isit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced.
  • Page 226 If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app.
  • Page 227 • E nsure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range (10 m). If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre. A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer •...

  • Page 228: Removing The Battery

    Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
  • Page 229 Settings Remove the tray from the device. To soften the adhesive that holds the back cover to the main device, the device must be warmed to a controlled level using a dedicated temperature controlled chamber. Attach a suction pad removal tool to the lower end of the back cover and while holding the device firmly, pull the back cover away from the bottom upwards.
  • Page 230 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • S AMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • B luetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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