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  • Page 1: User Manual

    S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property shall All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers. or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is...
  • Page 3: Open Source Software

    KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. opensource.samsung.com IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING...
  • Page 4 Samsung KNOX is Samsung’s security platform and ™ is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with ©2016 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, S Health, S Pen, be required. For more information about KNOX, please S Voice, Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch are all...
  • Page 5: Mobile Device

    Settings > General management > memory. The available capacity may change when you Legal information > Samsung legal or you may access upgrade the device. the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 .
  • Page 7 Samsung Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 8 Applications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Lock Screen and Security .
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
  • Page 10: Front View

    Front View 1. Earpiece: Listen to a call. 6. Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home screen. 2. Front camera: Take Activate the Fingerprint self‑portraits and record videos security feature. of yourself. 7. Recent: Tap to display recent 3. Iris recognition camera: Scan apps, or touch and hold for your iris as a security feature.
  • Page 11: Back View

    Back View 1. SIM card/Memory card tray: 6. USB charger/Accessory port: Install the SIM card and an Connect the USB charger optional memory card (not (included) and other optional included) for storage of files. accessories (not included). 2. Flash: Illuminate subjects in 7.
  • Page 12: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the SIM Card and a Note: A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device. Memory Card Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.
  • Page 13 1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the 3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until the contacts facing down. tray pops out. 4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the 2.
  • Page 14 Caution: If the SIM card or the memory card is not Note: If any liquid is found to have entered your inserted correctly, the device cannot detect it. Reorient device components or an internally sealed system, the SIM card or memory card and place it back into the this condition will void your device warranty.
  • Page 15: Charge The Battery

    Do not expose the device to water at high pressure. Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung • Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the • charger provides faster charging only when connected water and dust resistant features of the device to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
  • Page 16: When To Charge The Battery

    Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For more Note: This device is also compatible with wireless information, see “Battery” on page 170. charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold separately. Getting Started Assemble Your Device...
  • Page 17 Micro USB Connector Reverse Charging You can use the included Micro USB Connector to The included USB Connector allows you to charge connect a USB cable with a micro connector to your another device through a USB cable. When connected, device for charging or connecting to a computer.
  • Page 18: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Restart the Device The instructions below explain how to turn your device If your device stops responding to taps or finger on or off. gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can restart your device.
  • Page 19: Smart Switch

    Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of items on the screen to improve Device Galaxy accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly three times. Smart Switch Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and ™...
  • Page 20: Secure Your Device

    2. Follow the prompts and select the content to Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see transfer. “Set a Screen Lock” on page 176. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information To unlock the device: and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content faster.
  • Page 21: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    – or – up your existing Google Account or create a new Google Account. To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use – or – Accounts settings. For more information, see ...
  • Page 22 Google Account you want to remove. Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other 3. Tap  More options > Remove account. service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.
  • Page 23: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard. Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus.
  • Page 24: Home Screen

    Home Screen 1. Status bar: Displays device 6. Home screen indicator: status icons (right) and Indicates which notification icons (left). Home screen is currently For more information, see visible. “Status Bar” on page 21. 7. App shortcuts: Launches 2. Edge screen handle: your favorite applications.
  • Page 25: Customize The Home Screen

    Customize the Home Screen Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and folders, and using wallpapers. • To access Home screen manager: Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. ► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. •...
  • Page 26 Wallpapers and Themes Add a Widget to a Home Screen You can add a widget to a Home screen. Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. screens with wallpaper.
  • Page 27: App Shortcuts

    Screen Grid Remove a Shortcut You can remove a shortcut that you added to a Home Change the number of icons that can be placed on each screen. Home screen by changing the Screen grid dimensions. 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. 1.
  • Page 28: Create A Folder

    Folders Remove a Folder from a Home Screen You can remove a folder that you added to a Home Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. screen. Create a Folder 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. You can create an app folder on a Home screen.
  • Page 29: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status Icons Battery full: Battery is fully charged. 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
  • Page 30: Notification Icons

    Notification Icons Missed call: A call has been missed. New message: New text or multimedia message has arrived. Call in progress: A call is in progress. File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. Call on hold: A call is on hold. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent.
  • Page 31: Navigation

    Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Touchscreen Navigation Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. Use the following motions and gestures on your • touchscreen to navigate the device. Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to move it.
  • Page 32: Pinch And Spread

    Common Options Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new The device uses basic command options to perform location. common actions. • • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.  More options: Tap to view more menu options for •...
  • Page 33: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel 1. Settings: Display the 5. Notification card: Settings screen. View details about a notification. 2. View all: See all available Quick settings, adjust 6. Quick settings: Quickly screen brightness, and enable or disable a more. feature. 3. Clear notifications: Clear all notifications.
  • Page 34: Quick Settings

    View the Notification Panel Quick Settings You can access the Notification panel from any Home In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also screen. provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. 1.
  • Page 35: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window Controls  Window controls in the middle of the window border. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature.
  • Page 36 Activate Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together You can also launch recently used apps directly into on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, Multi window view: adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy 1.
  • Page 37: Edge Screen

    Edge Screen The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping. Edge Panels Apps Edge You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the Apps Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and edge panel.
  • Page 38 People Edge To configure Apps edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and swipe People edge allows you to set the Edge screen to light until the Apps edge panel is displayed. up with distinct colors when you receive notifications about contacts in your My people list.
  • Page 39 To configure People edge: To view Tasks edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until ► When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge the People edge panel is displayed. panel handle from the edge of the screen to the center.
  • Page 40 Edge Feeds Edge feeds display select information and notifications on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off. To view Edge feeds: ► When the screen is turned off, quickly swipe your finger along the Edge screen in one direction, and then back in the opposite direction.
  • Page 41: S Pen

    S Pen The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing various functions. Remove S Pen The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient access. 1. Push the S Pen inward until it pops out of the device. S Pen button 2.
  • Page 42: Air View

    Air View Direct Pen Input Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content, When filling out a form field in an app (like Name or view information about an item on the screen. or Phone number in Contacts), you can open a For example: Handwriting window to allow you to write an entry with the S Pen rather than type.
  • Page 43 Screen Off Memo Replace the S Pen Tip You can write quick memos without turning your device You can replace the tip of the S Pen. To replace the tip: Note: The screen off memo setting must be enabled. 1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip. For more information, see “S Pen Settings”...
  • Page 44: Air Command

    Air Command 1. Create note: Launch 5. Add shortcuts: Add a new note in the up to three apps and Samsung Notes app. functions to the Air command menu. 2. Smart select: Draw around an area of the 6. Settings: Customize...
  • Page 45: Smart Select

    Create Note • Extract text: Identify and extract text from the Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes selected content. app. For more information, see “Samsung Notes” on • Draw: Draw on the captured screen using the page 122.
  • Page 46: Screen Write

    • Screen Write Scroll capture: Capture any scrollable areas of the screen that are hidden. Screen write allows you to capture a screen shot and • Crop: Crop the captured screen. then write notes on the screen shot. • Share: Choose a sharing method to share your To use Screen Write: content.
  • Page 47: Add Shortcuts

    Translate Add Shortcuts Translate words by hovering over them with the S Pen. You can add shortcuts to apps and functions to the Air command menu. To access Translate: To use Add shortcuts: 1. Tap Air command > Translate. 1. Tap Air command >...
  • Page 48 Air Command Settings Configure settings for Air command. To access Settings: ► Tap Air command >  Settings. The following options are available: • Shortcuts: Choose and arrange the shortcuts that appear on the Air command menu. • Floating icon: Choose to enable the Air command menu to appear as a floating icon that can be moved around the screen.
  • Page 49: Enter Text

    Special Keys Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Predictive text Touch and hold Options for the following: Voice input: Enter text using Samsung voice input. Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text. Clipboard: Access the clipboard.
  • Page 50: Predictive Text

    • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. the Space bar) to find it. For more information, see “Samsung Keyboard” on 2. Speak your text. page 198. Note: Tap Language to change the voice input language.
  • Page 51 To customize Samsung voice input: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input. 3. Tap Samsung voice input for options. For more information, see “Samsung Voice Input” on page 199. Know Your Device Enter Text...
  • Page 52: Emergency Mode

    Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves your device’s remaining power when you are in an emergency situation. Activate Emergency Mode Emergency mode saves battery power by: • Restricting application usage to only essential To activate Emergency mode: applications and those you select. 1. Press and hold the Power key to display the Device •...
  • Page 53 • Turn Off Emergency Mode Add: Add other available apps. ► From the Emergency mode Home screen, tap Facebook: Launch the Facebook app. ™  More options > Turn off Emergency mode. Maps: Launch Google Maps ™ • Battery charge: Display estimated battery charge Use Emergency Mode remaining.
  • Page 54 •  More options: Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode. Remove: Choose apps to remove from the screen. Manage emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of Emergency) group contacts. Settings: Configure the available settings. Only a limited number of settings are enabled in Emergency mode.
  • Page 55: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
  • Page 56: Phone Screen

    Phone Screen 1. More options: Access 7. Tabs: Display a log of Speed dial and Call all dialed, received, settings. and missed calls. Display your contacts 2. Hide the keypad: Hide and select a contact the keypad and display to call. recent calls.
  • Page 57: Call Settings

    Access Phone Call Settings There are a couple of ways to access Phone. To access settings: ► From a Home screen, tap  Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone >  More options > Settings. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 58: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Make a Call Dial a Number from Your Contacts List You can quickly dial a phone number from your You can make a call from a Home screen.
  • Page 59: Video Calls

    Video Calls Dial a Recent Number All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded To make Video calls: in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your 1. From a Home screen, tap  Phone. contacts list, the associated name is also displayed. 2.
  • Page 60: Answer A Call

    Answer a Call If you are using an app, a pop‑up screen is displayed for the incoming call. When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s ► On the incoming call pop‑up screen: phone number or name is displayed, if it is stored in the Contacts list.
  • Page 61: Options During A Call

    Multitask While on a Call Options During a Call If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, Your phone provides several options that you can use your active call is indicated by  Call on the Status bar. during a call. This lets you continue with your current call and do Adjust the Call Volume something else, such as access the contacts list, view a...
  • Page 62 Listen with the Speaker or Place a New Call While on a Call Bluetooth Headset If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress. Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth headset (not included).
  • Page 63: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting Video Call Options If your service plan supports this feature, you can To change the call type during a video call: answer an incoming call while you have a call in ► Tap Call type. The following options are progress.
  • Page 64: Call Log

    Call Log 5. Tap Create contact. – or – The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap Update existing. 1.
  • Page 65 Block a Number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Log. 3. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 4.
  • Page 66: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. Create a Speed Dial 4. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to the number. You can assign 999 speed dial numbers.
  • Page 67 Use Speed Dial to Make a Call Remove a Speed Dial Number Assignment You can make a call using Speed dial. You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
  • Page 68: Make An Emergency Call

    You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. Make an Emergency Call Call Emergency Services from a Locked Screen You can dial the emergency telephone number from your phone whether or not cellular service has The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if been activated.
  • Page 69 Swipe Lock Screen Secure Lock Screens If the Lock screen is set to Swipe, you can access the You can make calls even if your phone has a secure lock call screen in a couple of ways. screen. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen.
  • Page 70: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your voicemail. Set Up Your Voicemail Access Your Voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. 1. From the Home screen, tap  Phone >...
  • Page 71 Access Your Voicemail from Another Visual Voicemail Phone Use Visual Voicemail to: You can access your voicemail from another phone. • Review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your phone without dialing into 1. From another phone, dial your wireless phone voicemail.
  • Page 72: Applications

    Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
  • Page 73: Apps List

    Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. You can access and launch all applications from the • Apps list. Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. Visit samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps 2.
  • Page 74 Uninstall or Disable Apps To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. 2. Tap Applications. • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. 3. Tap Menu >...
  • Page 75: Organize Your Apps

    Organize Your Apps Use Folders to Organize Apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an Apps own custom order. list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  More options To change the order apps are listed: >...
  • Page 76 Add a Folder to a Home Screen To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to To add a folder to a Home screen: launch it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
  • Page 77: Google Apps

    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Drive Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs ™ files. Android Pay Visit drive.google.com to learn more about Pay with your Android phone at over one million store Google Drive ™...
  • Page 78: Play Music

    Google Photos Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. contents of your device. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Hangouts Google Photos ™ Meet friends and family online, share photos, host Play Movies &...
  • Page 79 Play Store YouTube Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, View and upload YouTube videos right from your ™ magazines, and games in Google Play store. device. Visit play.google.com/store to learn more. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications Google Apps...
  • Page 80: T-Mobile Apps

    T-Mobile Apps Enjoy these apps from T-Mobile. Lookout Note: Certain apps require a data plan or paid subscription. Visit t-mobile.com to learn more or contact Configure and manage key security options, such as your service provider for additional information. anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locator service, an application privacy Device Unlock adviser, and a backup service.
  • Page 81 T-Mobile Visual Voicemail Get online access to account information such as Easily manage your inbox without ever dialing into your current activity, billing information, service your voicemail. plans, downloads, and more. T-Mobile Name ID Modify Caller ID information. Name ID identifies unknown callers by Name, City, and State.
  • Page 82: Additional Apps

    Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Instagram Amazon Capture and share photos and videos with your Shop at amazon.com from your device. ™ friends with Instagram . Customize what you ™ Visit Amazon.com to learn more.
  • Page 83: Samsung Gear

    Samsung device. images, video, your location and audio media messages to family and friends. Samsung Gear Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. Secure Folder Lock your private content and apps to enhance security.
  • Page 84: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation Additional Functions You can use your calculator to perform basic You can perform additional functions on your operations. calculator. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calculator. To clear the calculator history: 2.
  • Page 85: Scientific Calculator

    Scientific Calculator The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan. To use the Scientific calculator: ► If Auto rotate is enabled, turn the device to landscape. – or – If Portrait is enabled, tap Rotate screen.
  • Page 86: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. • Calendar View Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. To choose a calendar view: • Tasks: Display all tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar.
  • Page 87: Create A Task

    Share an Event 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 2. Tap View >Tasks. You can share events you create from your Calendar. 3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 88: Delete A Task

    Delete a Task Calendar Settings You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 89: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video 1. Beauty: Take a picture with lightened faces for 6. Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and front gentler images. cameras. 2. Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. 7. HDR: Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and 3.
  • Page 90: Take Pictures

    • Take Pictures To add a shooting mode, swipe to the right and select a mode. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. • To add a camera setting, tap a Quick settings Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic icon or Settings along the side of the screen.
  • Page 91 • Shooting Mode Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been taken. You can focus on Several visual effects are available. Some modes are subjects near to the camera, far away from the not available when taking self-portraits. camera, or both.
  • Page 92: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Front camera • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various You can adjust your camera’s settings using the effects, such as an airbrushed effect. icons on the main camera screen and the full camera • Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit settings menu.
  • Page 93 Front camera Common • • Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos. resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution • Motion photo: Create a short video by taking pictures take up more memory. pictures. • Video size: Select a resolution.
  • Page 94 • Voice control: Take pictures by saying “Smile”, Note: You need to sign in to your Google Account and “Cheese”, “Capture”, or “Shoot”, or record videos enable live broadcasting in your YouTube settings to by saying “Record Video”. use this feature. •...
  • Page 95 Record a Live Broadcast To invite contacts before broadcasting: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Camera. Record and instantly share your videos to YouTube. 2. Swipe to the right and tap Live broadcast. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 96 • Live Broadcast Settings Auto save: Tap to enable auto saving your videos to the Gallery app. Customize your Live broadcasts. • Auto dim: Dims the brightness if you broadcast 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Camera. without touching the screen. 2.
  • Page 97: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Alarm 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. •...
  • Page 98 • World Clock Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing. The World clock lets you keep track of the current time • Sound and volume: Choose a sound to play for in multiple cities around the globe. the alarm, and drag the slider to set the volume To list a city on the main World clock screen: of the alarm.
  • Page 99 Stopwatch Timer The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to hundredth of a second. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 100: Contacts

    Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. Find a Contact For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one see “Cloud and Accounts”...
  • Page 101: Add A Contact

    • Add a Contact Tap Scan business card to import contact information from a business card through the Use the following procedure to add a new contact. device’s camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 3. Tap Save. 2.
  • Page 102: Share A Contact

    Share a Contact 3. Tap  More options > Link contacts. When you share a contact, the contact’s information is 4. Tap contacts to choose them. sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share 5. Tap Link. a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location.
  • Page 103: Delete Contacts

    Delete Contacts Create a Group You can delete a single contact or choose multiple You can create your own contact groups. contacts to delete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts.
  • Page 104 Rename a Group Send a Message to a Group You can rename a contact group. You can send a text message to members of a group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 105: Delete A Group

    Send an Email to a Group Delete a Group You can send an email to members of a group. Preset groups cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts.
  • Page 106: Email

    To access Email: To add an Email account: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email. Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap  More options > Settings >  Add account. Configure Email Accounts 3.
  • Page 107 There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. on the Combined inbox screen or you can view email ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > accounts individually. Samsung folder > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > •...
  • Page 108 Email app. • Tap  More options for additional email options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email > Compose 4. Review your message and tap Send. new email. Remove Email Accounts 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address...
  • Page 109: Email Settings

    These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap  More options > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts.
  • Page 110: Galaxy Apps

    Galaxy Apps Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 111: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Note: Some functions described in this section are only 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap available if there are images or videos in the Gallery. an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap an image or video.
  • Page 112 Play Videos 3. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired You can play videos stored on your device. starting point, and then move the right bracket to the desired ending point.
  • Page 113 Edit Images Details: View and edit information about the image, including the date created, You can edit images stored on your device. location, and properties. ► While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the the following options: images and videos in the current folder.
  • Page 114 Share Images and Videos Delete Images and Videos You can share images and videos from your Gallery. You can delete images stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 115: Internet

    Home screen. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Refresh: Refresh or reload the current web page. Samsung folder >  Internet. View a Web Site Command Keys The following command keys are available: To view a web site: •...
  • Page 116: View History

    Browser Tabs To open a bookmarked web page: 1. Tap  Bookmarks > Bookmarks. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. 2. Tap a bookmark entry. To open a new tab: View History ► Tap Tabs > New tab. To view a list of recently visited web pages: To close a tab: ►...
  • Page 117: Secret Mode

    Share Pages To enable Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > To share a web page address with others: Samsung folder >  Internet. ► Tap  More options > Share, and follow the 2. Tap Tabs. prompts. 3. Tap Turn on secret.
  • Page 118: Internet Settings

    Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Internet. 2. Tap  More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications...
  • Page 119: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive different messages using the Samsung Messages app on your device. Types of Messages The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as The Samsung Messages app provides the following...
  • Page 120: Create And Send Messages

    Create and Send Messages 4. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message. • Attach: Add images, audio, and more to your This section describes how to create and send a message. message using the Messages app. • Emoticon: Choose an available emoticon 1.
  • Page 121: Delete Messages

    View New Messages Delete Messages When you receive a new message,  New message To delete messages, follow these steps: appears on the Status bar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Messages. To view the message: 2. Tap Edit. ► Open the Notification panel and tap the message. 3.
  • Page 122: Messages Settings

    Messages Settings Emergency alerts allows customers to receive geographically-targeted messages. Alert messages Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia notify customers of imminent threats to their safety messages, push messages, and more. within their area. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message.
  • Page 123 To disable Imminent and AMBER alerts: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Messages. 2. Tap  More options > Settings > Emergency alert settings. 3. Tap Emergency alerts. • All alerts are enabled (on) by default. 4. Tap an alert option to disable it. Applications Messages...
  • Page 124: My Files

    My device: View folders and files located on the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Samsung folder >  My Files. SD card: View folders and files located on an optional memory card (not included). 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
  • Page 125 My Files Options Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  My Files. The following options are available: • Search: Search for a file or folder. •...
  • Page 126: S Health

    Health, or related software is not intended for use in 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the Samsung folder >  S Health. cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. 2. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
  • Page 127 • Before You Start Exercising Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed; This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While • moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is Ankle swelling, especially at night;...
  • Page 128 • You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol; • You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called prediabetes. When in Doubt — Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
  • Page 129: S Voice

    Apps list. These settings allow you to modify settings associated ™ with using the S Voice app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  S Voice. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  S Voice.
  • Page 130: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Note Edit Notes You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app. You can make edits to notes you create. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 131: Browse Notes

    • Browse Notes Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. You can browse notes you create. • Help: View help topics for the Samsung Notes ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > app.  Samsung Notes. • Browse note entries by swiping up or down.
  • Page 132: Samsung Pay

    Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is the new way to pay with your Samsung Galaxy device. It is ™ simple, secure and works in more stores than any other mobile payment service. Set Up Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card.
  • Page 133 Simple Pay Use Samsung Pay Access Samsung Pay from the Screen off, Lock Screen Use Samsung Pay quickly and conveniently whenever or Home screen using Simple Pay. you have your device with you. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 134 Samsung Pay” and click the link. Secure Your Information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or PIN and each transaction uses a unique token each time, so your device only allows payments with your consent.
  • Page 135: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
  • Page 136: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings Access Settings Search for Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain settings. setting, you can use the Search feature. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 137: Connections

    Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons indicate your current Wi‑Fi connection Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local status: Area Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi communication requires •...
  • Page 138 Wi-Fi Networks 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings 2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to To scan for a Wi‑Fi network and connect to it: turn on Wi‑Fi. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 139 • Wi-Fi Options WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN‑secured connection to a Wi‑Fi The Wi‑Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of router or other equipment (not configurable). your device’s advanced Wi‑Fi services. •...
  • Page 140: Turn Bluetooth On Or Off

    Bluetooth Wi-Fi Direct Wi‑Fi Direct allows direct device‑to‑device connections Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology using Wi‑Fi, without having to connect to a Wi‑Fi that connects your device wirelessly to a number of network. Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands‑free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth‑enabled computers, 1.
  • Page 141: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Bluetooth Status Indicator Pair Bluetooth Devices Status bar icons indicate your current Bluetooth The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish connection status: trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. • When Bluetooth is turned on, Bluetooth is Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one‑time displayed in the Status bar.
  • Page 142 Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth‑compatible devices, display and When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two operations may be different, and functions such as devices no longer recognize each other. To connect transfer or exchange may not be possible with all again, you have to pair the devices.
  • Page 143 • Data Usage By application: View data usage by application. 3. Tap  More options for the following options: Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. • Restrict background data: Restrict some apps and services from working unless you are Note: Your service provider may account for data usage connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
  • Page 144: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode NFC and Payment Airplane mode disconnects your device from all NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange networks and turns off connectivity features, such as when you touch your device with another compatible phone calls and Wi‑Fi. device. This is used for features like Android Beam. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features Enable NFC such as playing music, watching videos, and other...
  • Page 145: Android Beam

    Android Beam Tap and Pay When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment content to another NFC‑capable device by holding the application you want to use for making purchases on devices close together.
  • Page 146: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Mobile HotSpot and Tethering Connect a Device to Your Mobile HotSpot Use the other device’s Wi‑Fi control to connect to Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Mobile hotspot. Internet connection with other devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 147 Change the Mobile HotSpot Password Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Mobile You can change your Mobile hotspot password. hotspot is active, your device’s applications use the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 148 • Configure Mobile HotSpot Settings Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. A default Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting password is displayed on the Mobile hotspot settings. screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 149 Wi-Fi Sharing Tethering Your Device Your Wi‑Fi network may be shared with other devices. You can use USB tethering to share your device’s Be aware that your device may switch between your Internet connection with a computer. saved Wi‑Fi networks without notice. 1.
  • Page 150: Mobile Networks

    Mobile Networks Location Control your device’s access to networks and mobile Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require data service. one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 151: Location Services

    • Location Services GPS only: Uses GPS only. Google Location History stores and uses your device’s ™ 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google determining your location: Maps, can use this data to improve your search results •...
  • Page 152: More Connection Settings

    More Connection Settings Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and The More connection settings allow you to configure a other compatible printers (not included). variety of connectivity settings for your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 153: Download Booster

    MirrorLink Download Booster Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment Download booster improves download speed by using and information screen using a USB connection. both Wi‑Fi and 4G LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Note: To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink.
  • Page 154: Disconnect From A Vpn

    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks To connect to a VPN: (VPNs). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Note: You must set a secured screen lock before 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings > setting up a VPN.
  • Page 155 Edit or Delete a VPN To configure Wi‑Fi Calling: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete the connection. 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings > Wi-Fi Calling.
  • Page 156: Sounds

    Sounds Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Change the Sound Mode Vibrate While Ringing You can switch between sound modes, while preserving Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when you the individual sound settings you have made.
  • Page 157: Adjust The Volume

    Adjust the Volume Vibration Intensity Set the system volume level and default volume for call Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, ringtones, notifications, and other audio. notifications, and haptic feedback. Tip: You can also set the Ringtone volume from a Home 1.
  • Page 158: Do Not Disturb

    • Select a Default Vibration Pattern Calendar notifications: Choose a sound for calendar notifications, and enable or disable Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your vibration alert. own pattern. • Email notifications: Configure email account 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 159 Scheduling Allow Exceptions This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on This option lets you customize which notifications are or off automatically at scheduled times. allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode. Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb 1.
  • Page 160: System Sounds

    Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is • connected. Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Vibration feedback: Vibrate when Back or Recent are tapped, and for other actions.
  • Page 161 • Sound Quality and Effects Surround: Recreate the effects of rich surround sound. You can enable sound effects when connected to a • Tube Amp Pro: Simulate the soft timbre of a headset. tube amplifier. Note: Sound effects are only available when •...
  • Page 162: Notifications

    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. • Tap Advanced to configure more notification options for individual apps.
  • Page 163: Display

    Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Adjust the Screen Brightness Note: You can also control Brightness from the Notification panel. Drag down View all to reveal Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings the Brightness and Auto functions.
  • Page 164 • Set a schedule for when Blue light filter should To access Edge screen settings: be enabled. You can choose No schedule, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Sunset to sunrise, or Custom schedule. 2. Tap Display > Edge screen. The following options are available: Change the Font Size and Style •...
  • Page 165 ‑ Edge Panels Position: Choose either Right side or Left side to set which side the Edge screen To configure Edge panels: appears on. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. ‑ Size: Choose the size of the Edge screen 2.
  • Page 166 Edge Feeds Edge Lighting Edge feeds display select information and notifications Edge lighting and Quick reply are features that activate on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off. when your device is turned over (display side down). Edge lighting illuminates the Edge screen when a To configure the Edge feeds: notification is received.
  • Page 167: Easy Mode

    About Edge Screen To enable Easy mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge screen feature. 2. Tap Display > Easy mode. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 168 Enable Icon Frames Always On Display You can show icons with shaded frames to make them Choose an image or information to display on a standby stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. screen instead of turning off the screen. 1.
  • Page 169: Night Clock

    ‑ Format: Choose a format for the content 6. Tap Night clock position to position the Night clock selected. You can change the color and on the Right side or the Left side. background image by selecting a format. Select a Screen Mode •...
  • Page 170: Led Indicator

    LED Indicator 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice 2. Tap Display > Screen saver. recording, or receiving notifications. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Screen saver. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 171: Wallpapers And Themes

    Wallpapers and Themes You can change the appearance of your device with custom wallpapers, themes, and icons. Wallpapers 4. Tap an image to choose it, and then choose which screen you want to use it for: Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with •...
  • Page 172 Themes Icons Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock Apply custom icons to replace built‑in app icons. screens, wallpapers, and app icons. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 173: Advanced Features

    • Air view: Turn Air view on or off. Select options writing on the screen. Screen off notes will be for Air view and customize. saved in Samsung Notes. • Direct pen input: Turn the Direct pen input • S Pen alerts: Set your phone to sound an alert feature on or off.
  • Page 174: Smart Stay

    • Manage Game Features S Pen power saver: Save battery power by turning off detection of the S Pen while it is Manage useful features while you play games. attached. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Feedback •...
  • Page 175: Other Features

    One-Handed Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Change the screen layout to accommodate operating 2. Tap Advanced features. your device with one hand. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 176 • • Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, Direct share: Share content with specific people message, or contact details are currently on the directly via the sharing panel from within any screen by bringing the device close to your ear. app.
  • Page 177: Device Maintenance

    Device Maintenance Device maintenance provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and device security. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. Access Device Maintenance To use the quick optimization feature: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 178 Battery •  More options: ‑ View how battery power is used for device activities. Notification settings: Configure battery notifications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. ‑ Advanced settings: Configure advanced 2. Tap Device maintenance > Battery for options: battery settings.
  • Page 179: Device Memory

    Device Memory Memory Card (SD Card) View and manage the memory used by the device. Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory is displayed 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 180: Remove A Memory Card

    Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back the memory card, unmount the card before removing it up your music and photo files that are stored on the from the device.
  • Page 181: Device Security

    Device Security Check the amount of available RAM. You can close Configure and monitor security settings for your device. background apps and reduce the amount of RAM you 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. are using to speed up your device. 2.
  • Page 182: Applications Settings

    Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. You can download and install new applications on your 4. Tap  More options for the following options: device. Use Application manager settings to manage • Default applications: Choose or change apps your downloaded and preloaded applications. that are used by default for certain features, like Warning: Because this device can be configured with email or browsing the Internet.
  • Page 183 • 5. Tap an application to view and update information Permissions: View permissions granted to the about the application. The following options are app for access to your device’s information. displayed: • Set as default: Set the app as a default for a •...
  • Page 184: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings. • Set a Screen Lock Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen. This option provides high security. It is recommended that you secure your device using a •...
  • Page 185 Fingerprints and/or Irises, your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in and then tap Set up. Otherwise, tap Later to skip to your Samsung account. biometrics setup. Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique 5. Choose a screen lock option: characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device.
  • Page 186 Samsung account. and password. You must set a pattern, PIN, or • Use with Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprint for password to protect your fingerprints. secure and fast payments with the Samsung Pay •...
  • Page 187 You can also use your eyes used for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung purposes. Please follow all instructions for use of this account.
  • Page 188 Web sign-in: Enable to use your irises to sign in to websites. • Verify Samsung account: Enable to use your irises to verify your Samsung account when you access a feature or app that requires it. • Iris unlock: Enable to unlock the device using your irises.
  • Page 189: Unknown Sources

    SIM card. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and Unknown Sources enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. Enable installation of non‑Google Play applications.
  • Page 190: Encrypt Sd Card

    Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your You must sign in to your Samsung account in order to optional memory card (not included) when you first use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for access it after powering on your device.
  • Page 191: Security Update Service

    4. Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN. • Send security reports: Use Wi‑Fi to send View Passwords security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 192: Device Administration

    • Device Administration View security certificates: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you Manage your device administrators and application have installed. installation privileges. • User certificates: View user certificates. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 193 • Advanced Security Settings Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your Use these options to configure advanced security device. settings. • Do not disturb permission: View which apps 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 194: Cloud And Accounts

    Cloud and Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content. • Samsung Cloud Cloud usage: View how much cloud storage your data is using.
  • Page 195: Add An Account

    Keyboard data: Sync predictive text data. Note: Options vary depending on whether or not you ‑ Gallery: Sync your images and videos. are logged in to a Samsung account. • Back up my data: Choose which content from Accounts your device to back up to the cloud. Tap Auto...
  • Page 196: Synchronize Accounts

    Synchronize Accounts Account Settings You can synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, types of accounts. you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 197: Remove An Account

    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Back up your data to your Samsung or Google accounts. 2. Tap Cloud and accounts > Backup and reset for You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. options: •...
  • Page 198: Auto Restart

    • • Automatic restore: Enable automatic Days: Select the day of the week to restoration of settings from Google servers. automatically restart your device. When enabled, backed‑up settings are restored Reset Settings when you reinstall an application. You can reset your device to its factory default settings, Auto Restart which resets everything except the security, language, Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at...
  • Page 199: Factory Data Reset

    Factory Data Reset Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 72 hours after changing your password You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all to perform a factory data reset on your device. data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the Before resetting your device: device, including Google or other account settings,...
  • Page 200 Smart Switch Collect Diagnostics Collect diagnostics data for troubleshooting. Transfer content from your old device to this device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Cloud and accounts > Backup and reset > 2.
  • Page 201: Google Settings

    Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. • Customize Google Security: Configure the Android Device Manager and apps security settings. To customize your Google settings: • Set up nearby device: Set up another device 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 202: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • Note: You can download additional accessibility Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all applications from the Google Play store. times for privacy.
  • Page 203 • Hearing High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the • Samsung keyboard and change its colors to Sound detectors: Give an alert when a crying increase the contrast between the keys and the baby or a doorbell is detected.
  • Page 204: Dexterity And Interaction

    • • Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono Direct access: Open your accessibility settings for use with one earphone. by pressing the Home key quickly three times in succession. Dexterity and interaction • • Universal switch: Control your device with your Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to customized switches.
  • Page 205: General Management

    General Management View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and more. Software Update Language and Input Check for and schedule software updates for your Configure your device’s language and input settings. device. Language 1.
  • Page 206: Samsung Keyboard

    Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from much more. the Google Play store. Samsung Keyboard Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input >...
  • Page 207: Google Voice Typing

    2. Tap General management > Language and input > Google voice typing for options: Samsung Voice Input • Languages: Select languages for Google voice Select the language to use with Samsung Voice input. typing. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.
  • Page 208: Handwriting Recognition

    Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Samsung or Google Text‑to‑speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. 2. Tap General management > Language and input. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is 3.
  • Page 209: Date And Time

    Date and Time Report Diagnostic Info By default, your device receives date and time This feature sends diagnostic information about your information from the wireless network. When you are device when you are having technical problems. outside network coverage, you may want to set date 1.
  • Page 210: About Device

    Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device’s name. •...
  • Page 211: Help

    Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about: • New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings Settings Help...

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