Samsung Galaxy 5 mini User Manual
Samsung Galaxy 5 mini User Manual

Samsung Galaxy 5 mini User Manual

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4 G L T E S M A R T P H O N E

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Please read this manual before operating your device,
and keep it for future reference.

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    4 G L T E S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG...
  • Page 3 For complete statement of limited warranty, please SAFE™: “SAFE™” (Samsung for Enterprise) is refer to www.samsung.com/us/safe, available on the a mark for a Samsung device which has been web and where Samsung smartphones and mobile tested against Samsung’s own internal criteria for devices are sold.
  • Page 4 Do you have questions about your Online Legal Information Samsung Mobile Phone? The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at: For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response English: www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started S Health ................51 ............. 1 S Voice Front View ................52 ................2 Video Player Back View ..............53 ................3 Assemble Your Device ..........4 Settings ................54 Set Up Your Device ............7 How to Use Settings ..........55 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ......
  • Page 6 Date and Time ...............91 Safety Assistance ............92 Battery .................93 Power Saving ..............94 Storage ................95 Security ................97 Help ..................99 About Your Device ........... 100 Application Manager ..........101 Default Applications ..........103...
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
  • Page 8: Front View

    Front View Earpiece Proximity and gesture sensors Status Light Front camera Volume key Power/Lock key Recent apps Back key Home/Finger Scanner key • • Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
  • Page 9: Back View

    Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Camera Flash Heart rate sensor Temperature and humidity sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Back camera: Take pictures and record videos. Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light •...
  • Page 10: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device Prior to use, it is necessary to Install the SIM Card install the SIM card, optional When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are memory card (not included), and provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription the battery.
  • Page 11: Install The Battery

    Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging 1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are the phone, making sure the connectors align. designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may 2.
  • Page 12 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk time remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power, not by turning off the back light, but by entering the dimming mode.
  • Page 13: Set Up Your Device

    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turning the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device Turning the Device Off By default, the device locks automatically when the...
  • Page 14: Set Up Accounts On Your Device

    Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings.
  • Page 15: Know Your Device

    Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your features of your mobile finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using excessive device, including the screens force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass and icons, as well as how to...
  • Page 16: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification Icons Status Icons Status Bar Widget App Folder Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen Shortcuts • • App Folder: For your convenience, related Notification Icons: Display new messages and applications that are grouped into folders on the emails, notifications, available software updates, Home screens.
  • Page 17: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any home screen. Customize your home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.
  • Page 18: Change The Wallpaper

    Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Adding Folders 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 1.
  • Page 19: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device No SIM card is installed, or the installed SIM card is not working. information (such as network Download of a file or app is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification File is being uploaded or sent.
  • Page 20: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures

    Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger, or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.
  • Page 21: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Clear all notifications Tap notification to launch app or view detail Notification icons display Quick Settings on the Status Bar displaying In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel calendar events, device status, also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
  • Page 22: Entering Text

    Tap the check box next to Google voice typing to enable this feature. Touch and hold the Options key to: 2. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice Use Google Voice Typing. Type. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
  • Page 23: Using Swype

    Using Swype Enabling and Configuring Swype To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text: Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from 1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward letter to letter, lifting your finger between words.
  • Page 24: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
  • Page 25: Calling

    Calling Learn how to make or answer Answer a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the contacts list. making or answering a call.
  • Page 26: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Call Waiting If your service plan supports this feature, you can Your phone provides a number of functions that you answer an incoming call while you have a call in can use during a call. progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.
  • Page 27: Make A Call Using Speed Dial

    Delete a Call from the Call Log Make an Emergency Call without a SIM Card Phone > Logs tab. 1. From a Home screen, tap Without a SIM card, you can make an emergency 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from call with the phone.
  • Page 28: Applications

    Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
  • Page 29: Apps Screen

    Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. allows you to touch and hold on apps to move • Samsung Apps: Download apps specifically them from screen to screen. designed for your Samsung device. Alphabetical grid: Icons are arranged in a Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more.
  • Page 30 Show disabled apps: Display disabled apps. 3. Tap apps to unhide, and then tap Done. Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps. GALAXY Essentials: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY devices. Help: View information about your device. Applications...
  • Page 31: Google Applications

    Google Applications Chrome Google Settings Use Google Chrome to browse the Quickly and easily change Google app Internet and bring your open tabs, settings to suit your preferences. bookmarks and address bar data from Note: You must be signed in to the your computer to your mobile device.
  • Page 32: Play Books

    Play Books Play Newsstand With Google Play Books, you can find Subscribe to your favorite magazines to millions of free e-books and hundreds of read on your device at your leisure. thousands more to buy in the eBookstore. Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn...
  • Page 33: At&T Applications

    AT&T Applications AT&T FamilyMap AT&T Mobile Locate AT&T FamilyMap provides peace of mind With the AT&T Mobile Locate app you can by being able to conveniently locate a access the Mobile Protection Pack and family member from your wireless phone with a paid subscription, replace your or PC and know that your family’s location phone if it is lost or damaged, locate your...
  • Page 34: Device Help

    Device Help myAT&T Device Help provides online information to The myAT&T application allows you to help with your device questions. manage your own AT&T account. You can review and pay your bill, check minutes and data usage, upgrade to a new device, DriveMode or change your rate plan.
  • Page 35: Other Applications

    Other Applications Amazon Kindle Lookout Use the Amazon Kindle application to Lookout Security provides mobile device- download books for reading, right on your specific security features that are coupled device. with a minimal performance hit. Lookout Mobile Security provides key security You must be registered with Amazon to options that are unique to the mobile use the Kindle application.
  • Page 36 The Yellowpages Mobile application provides quick and ready access to businesses, map locations, and storage of your favorite searches. Use YP to touch into local businesses, locations, and events, and connect to your search in real-time. Applications Other Applications...
  • Page 37: At&T Address Book

    AT&T Address Book Keep your contacts safe by Synchronizing Your AT&T synchronizing them with your Address Book AT&T Address Book, your If you ever upgrade, damage, or lose your phone, personal online address book. you can easily synchronize your contacts onto your new phone.
  • Page 38: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Current flash mode Camera settings Switch between the front and back cameras Current shooting mode Record video Change shooting mode View pictures and Anti-shake active videos in the Gallery Take a picture Taking Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or back Several photo effects are available.
  • Page 39: Camera Settings

    White balance: Select an appropriate white Download: Download additional shooting balance, so images have a true-to-life color modes from the Samsung Apps store. range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in Camera Settings professional cameras.
  • Page 40: Contacts

    Add, and then tap contact fields to enter information. Email, Facebook, and your Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can choose Device to store the contact on the device, or choose an account. For more information on connecting with and...
  • Page 41: Delete Contacts

    Share a Name Card Unlink Contacts Apps > When you share a name card, the contact’s 1. From a Home screen, tap information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can  Contacts. share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it 2.
  • Page 42 Create a Shortcut to a Favorite Rename a Group Apps > You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home 1. From a Home screen, tap screen, to access their information directly from the  Contacts. home screen. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group.
  • Page 43: Contact Settings

    Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 2. Tap  More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. Applications Contacts...
  • Page 44: Calculator

    Calculator The Calculator provides basic Additional Functions and advanced arithmetic To clear the results: functions. ► Tap Clear. To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: Basic Operation ► Touch and hold an entry in the display field, then 1.
  • Page 45: Calendar

    Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Sharing Events 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Calendar. Create an Event or Task 2. Tap to view an event or task. Tap  More options > Share via, select a sharing method, and follow Apps >...
  • Page 46: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for Repeat weekly: When enabled, the alarm repeats every week. keeping track of time and setting Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will alarms. use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you. 1.
  • Page 47: Email

    Email Use the Email app to view and Managing Your Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. To access Email: Apps >...
  • Page 48: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trimming Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Using the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point, and then tap Done to...
  • Page 49: Deleting Images

    When viewing an single image, tap  Delete. More options > Add account to add a 4. Tap Samsung, Google, or Facebook account. Sharing Images Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery.
  • Page 50: Internet

    Internet Access the Internet with a fully Browser Windows featured web browser. Use windows to view multiple web pages at the same time. • To open a new browser window, tap Access the Internet  More options > New window. • ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 51: Sharing Pages

    Sharing Pages ► To share a web page address with others, tap  More options > Share via and follow the prompts. Incognito Mode Pages viewed in Incognito mode do not appear in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.
  • Page 52: Messages

    Messages Learn how to send and receive Creating and Sending Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create and send a default Messages app on your message using the Messages app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Messages >...
  • Page 53: Viewing New Messages

    Viewing New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status Bar. messages, voicemail, and push messages. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To view the message:  Messages >...
  • Page 54: Music Player

    Music Player Sound (opens Volume) Stream the song to More options another device Volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song or playlist Shuffle songs Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Rewind song or go to previous song Scan forward or go to next song...
  • Page 55: My Files

    My Files Access files stored on your To view files in My Files: device, including images, videos, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  My Files. songs, and sound clips. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3.
  • Page 56 Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders • More options > Select, select a file or After tapping on a category, the following options are available: folder, and then use one of these functions: • Home to return to the main screen of the Share via: Send files to others or share My Files app.
  • Page 57: S Health

    S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and Ankle swelling, especially at night; manage your health goals and • A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; activities, including exercise, • sleep, and meals. Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest.
  • Page 58: S Voice

    S Voice Speak commands to perform Apps >  S Voice. 1. From a Home screen, tap operations on your device, and 2. Speak a command. to speak criteria for searches 3. Tap the microphone icon if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command. and other operations.
  • Page 59: Video Player

    Video Player Change player More options Video file name Volume Playback position Change screen ratio Pop up play Rewind video or go to previous video Scan forward or go to next video Pause/Play Play and manage videos stored Use Pop-Up Play on your device. Multi task with Pop-Up Play —...
  • Page 60: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
  • Page 61: How To Use Settings

    How to Use Settings • Customize the Quick Settings Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ) or off ( Menu • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Quick settings are the settings that you are most Email address, to display and set options.
  • Page 62: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct

    Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi types of Wireless Local Area Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access  Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2.
  • Page 63 Wi-Fi Status Indicators MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when These Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connecting to some secured networks (not connection status: configurable). Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, IP address: View your device’s IP address and communicating with a Wireless Access (not configurable).
  • Page 64: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Making Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible.
  • Page 65: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Pair Bluetooth Devices Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to devices will no longer recognize each other. To establish trusted connections between your device connect again, you’d need to pair the devices. and another Bluetooth device.
  • Page 66: Tethering And Wi-Fi Hotspot

    Tethering and Wi-Fi Hotspot Share your device’s Internet Turn Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off connection with a computer that Activate your device’s Portable Wi-Fi hotspot application to allow other devices to use your connects to your device using a device’s Internet connection. USB cable or via Bluetooth.
  • Page 67 Allowed Device List Configure Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings Control whether devices connect to your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot with the Allowed device list. After Manage your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot security and you add devices to the list, they can scan for your connecting settings.
  • Page 68: Airplane Mode

    Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. device from all networks and 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to turns off connectivity features, enable or disable the option. such as phone calls, Wi-Fi, and Note: You can also control Airplane mode from Bluetooth.
  • Page 69: Data Usage

    Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. More options for options: 2. Tap Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your Note: Your service provider may account for data device. usage differently. Restrict background data: Restrict some 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 70: Location Services

    Location Services Some apps, such as Google Location Reporting maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.
  • Page 71: More Networks

    More Networks The More Networks settings Access point names: Add or remove mobile access point names for mobile connection to allow you to configure a variety the Internet. of communication settings for Available networks: View and search for your device. available mobile networks.
  • Page 72: Sharing Files With Nfc

    Sharing Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from your Music app, and more.
  • Page 73: Nearby Devices

    Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning! If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings >...
  • Page 74: Printing

    Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
  • Page 75: Screen Mirroring

    Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. Tap Scan to find more devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
  • Page 76: Sound

    Sound Configure the sounds and Adjust the Volume vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume notifications, screen touches, for call ringtones, notifications, and other media. and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
  • Page 77: Phone Number

    Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Play a Sound When Using the  Settings. Samsung Keyboard 2. Tap Sound > Vibrate when ringing to turn the feature on. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 78: Music Effects

    Set Notification Sounds for Music Effects Samsung Applications Select a default music effects control panel to use when playing music on your device. Choose notification alerts for calls, messages, email, and calendar events. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 79: Display

    Apps > 2. Tap Display > Font to choose a Font style and  Settings. Font size. 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout, and then choose Tap Download to find new fonts from a time period. Samsung GALAXY Apps. Settings Display...
  • Page 80: The Screen

    Select a Screen Mode Flipboard: Display pictures from Flipboard. Settings for options. Choose a screen mode to match your type of Google Photos: Display pictures from your viewing. You can choose to have the device Google Photos account. Tap Settings for automatically adapt the display depending on the options.
  • Page 81: Wallpaper

    Wallpaper Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. – or – Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2.
  • Page 82: Lock Screen

    Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen Swipe Only Locks have different levels of Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen. security and options. Help text: Show help information on unlocking the screen on the Lock screen.
  • Page 83: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel Customize which Quick setting Recommended Applications buttons appear on the When you perform certain actions, such as plugging Notification Panel. in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcut to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. You can also customize 1.
  • Page 84: Toolbox

    Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Toolbox. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3. Tap Edit to choose up to five apps to display in Toolbox.
  • Page 85: Easy Mode

    Easy Mode View your Home screen using the default layout or provide an easier user experience for the first-time smartphone users using Easy mode. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Easy mode. Tap the Easy mode radio button to activate it. Scroll down to see the applications that have an Easy mode version.
  • Page 86: Accessibility

    Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung selection instead of double tapping. subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud as you enter your passwords. Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available.
  • Page 87 Dexterity and Interaction Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this tap gesture. Interaction control: Enable motions and screen timeout. You can also block areas of the screen from tap interaction. More Settings Direct Access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times...
  • Page 88: Blocking Mode

    Blocking Mode Turn off notifications for Tap Allowed contacts to configure the contacts for whom call and message selected features. notifications still appear even when Blocking Mode is enabled. You can select: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > None: Block notifications from all contacts.  Settings.
  • Page 89: Private Mode

    Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
  • Page 90: Finger Scanner

    Lock Screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity  Settings. using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account. 2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager. Add and follow...
  • Page 91: Motions And Gestures

    Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to...
  • Page 92: Air View

    Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. Settings Air View...
  • Page 93: Accounts

    Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
  • Page 94: Backup And Reset

    Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults. device to its factory defaults. Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, Backup and Restore...
  • Page 95: Language And Input Settings

    2. Tap Language and input. Samsung Keyboard Settings 3. Tap Settings next to Swype for options: Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Settings: Configure basic options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Themes: Change the keyboard layout.
  • Page 96: Google Voice Typing Settings

    2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for Settings next to Google voice typing for 3. Tap options: options: Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to- Choose input languages: Select languages speech engine. Tap Settings next to each for Google voice typing.
  • Page 97: Date And Time

    Date and Time By default, your device receives Set date: Tap to manually set the date. This option is locked if Automatic date and time is date and time information from enabled. the wireless network. Set time: Tap to manually set the time. This option is locked if Automatic date and time is When you are outside network enabled.
  • Page 98: Safety Assistance

    Safety Assistance Receive real-time information Send Help Messages about emergencies and severe Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when weather conditions. you are in an emergency situation. To enable this feature: You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1.
  • Page 99: Battery

    Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar. Battery Chart: The battery level displays as a percentage.
  • Page 100: Power Saving

    Power Saving Conserve battery power by Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap  Settings. automatically adjusting the 2. Tap Power saving for options: screen brightness, limiting the Power saving mode: Tap Power saving mode performance of the CPU, and to select options.
  • Page 101: Storage

    Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
  • Page 102 Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) the memory card, unmount the card before removing and prepared for use. However, should you unmount it from the device.
  • Page 103: Security

    Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely. Device Administration Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Remote Manage your device administrators and application controls.
  • Page 104: Security Update Service

    2. Tap Security > Set up/change password and Send security reports: Send security reports follow the prompts. to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Set Up or Change SIM Card Credential Storage Lock Manage your security certificates. If a certificate...
  • Page 105: 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, applications, settings, and so on. Settings Help...
  • Page 106: About Your Device

    Google legal information. Report diagnostic info: Tap the check box to permit your device to report usage and error information to Samsung and its affiliates. Device name: View and change your device’s name. Additional device information include the...
  • Page 107: Application Manager

    Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded applications from Google Play Displays apps you have downloaded onto your or create applications using the device. Android SDK and install them 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Application manager. on your device.
  • Page 108: Running Services

    SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings > Application manager. >...
  • Page 109: Default Applications

    Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first- time smartphone users.

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