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  • Page 1: User Manual

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

  • Page 2: Legal Information

    READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR > Samsung legal. MOBILE DEVICE. You may also access the online version for your device Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty INCLUDING THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE PHONE FOR WARRANTY AND OTHER CLAIMS, and your right English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide...

  • Page 3: 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, Open Source Software...
  • Page 4 Except as set forth in the express warranty contained In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any on the warranty page enclosed with the product, the damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or purchaser takes the product “as is”, and Samsung...
  • Page 5 Modification of Software Diagnostic Software Samsung is not liable for performance issues or This device is equipped with diagnostic software incompatibilities caused by your editing of registry reporting usage and performance information used settings, or your modification of Operating System solely to deliver improved network quality and (OS) software.
  • Page 6 Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is tools do not apply to applications available outside a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with of AT&T. Please review the terms and conditions and enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be the associated privacy policy for each location-based required.
  • Page 7 Maintaining Water and Dust Any device which uses accessible compartments • or ports that can be opened, should have these Resistance sealed or closed tightly to prevent liquid from This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection entering the system. rating system.

  • Page 8: Mobile Device

    ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. liquids. [110116] Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, S Health, S Voice, Samsung Gear, Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch Restricting Children’s Access to Your are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Mobile Device Other marks are the property of their respective Your device is not a toy.
  • Page 9 Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files. Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel ......24 .......1 Multi Window .
  • Page 11 AT&T Apps ........61 Samsung Pay ....... . .113 Additional Apps .
  • Page 12 Lock Screen and Security ..... 166 Cloud and Accounts ......175 Google Settings .

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

  • Page 14: Front View

    Front View 1. Earpiece: Listen to a call. 6. Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for 2. Front camera: Take Multi window ™ self-portraits and record videos of yourself. 7. Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and 3.

  • Page 15: Back View

    Back View 1. SIM card/Memory card 4. Headset jack: Connect an tray: Install the SIM card and optional headset. an optional memory card 5. USB charger/Accessory port: (not included) for storage of Connect the USB charger files. For more information, (included) and other optional see “Install the SIM Card and a accessories (not included).

  • Page 16: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the SIM Card and a 1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until the tray Memory Card pops out. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card.

  • Page 17: Charge The Battery

    2. Place the SIM card on the tray. Note: Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face • dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that down into the device and that the card is the SIM card/Memory card tray opening is maintained positioned as shown.
  • Page 18 3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete. Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold separately. Getting Started Assemble Your Device...

  • Page 19: When To Charge The Battery

    When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

  • Page 20: 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 21 Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and ™ Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information other content from your old device. You can copy and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content quickly and easily without installing the app content faster.

  • Page 22: Secure Your Device

    Secure Your Device Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 166. Lock the Device To unlock the device: By default, the device locks automatically when the...

  • Page 23: 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 To create a new Google Account or set up your Google “Accounts”...
  • Page 24 “Factory Data Reset” on page 190. up on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove. Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service 3. Tap  More options > Remove account. Confirm center, you should remove your Google Account before when prompted.

  • Page 25: 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.

  • Page 26: 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 20. 7. App shortcuts: Launches 2. Edge screen handle: your favorite applications.

  • Page 27: 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. Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and •...
  • Page 28 Wallpapers and Themes Widgets Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on Widgets are simple application extensions that your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock run on a Home screen. There are many kinds of screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite widgets, including links to a specific contact, picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.

  • Page 29: App Shortcuts

    App Shortcuts Remove a Widget You can remove a widget that you added to a Home You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any screen. Removing a widget does not delete the widget, Home screen. it just removes the widget from the Home screen. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 1.

  • Page 30: Create A Folder

    Move a Shortcut Create a Folder You can move a shortcut from one Home screen to You can create an app folder on a Home screen. another. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears.
  • Page 31 Remove a Folder from a Home Screen You can remove a folder that you added to a Home screen. 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. 2. Drag the folder to Delete and release it. Know Your Device Customize the Home Screen...

  • Page 32: 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 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a Battery full: Battery is fully charged.

  • Page 33: Notification Icons

    Notification Icons File upload in progress: File is being Missed call: A call has been missed. uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active Call in progress: A call is in progress. and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are Call on hold: A call is on hold.

  • Page 34: 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. Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to •...

  • Page 35: 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 a screen.

  • Page 36: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel 1. Settings: Display the Settings 5. Notification card: View details screen. about a notification. 2. View all: See all available 6. Quick settings: Quickly enable Quick settings, adjust screen or disable a feature. brightness, and more. 3. Clear all: Clear all notifications. 4.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window Controls  Window controls in the middle of the window border for options. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Open in pop-up window: Open the selected app in a pop-up window. Close app: Close the selected app.
  • Page 39 Use Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other. 1. Tap  Recent. Recently used apps that support Multi window •...

  • Page 40: 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 41: People Edge

    To configure Apps edge: To view People edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and swipe ► When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge until the Apps edge panel is displayed. panel handle from the edge of the screen to the center.
  • Page 42 To use People edge: To configure Tasks edge: 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until 1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until the People edge panel is displayed. the Tasks edge panel is displayed. 2. Tap a contact. 2.
  • Page 43 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 44: Enter Text

    Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Use the Samsung Keyboard Special Keys Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Available options Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. depend on the app in use. Not all options are available for all apps.

  • Page 45: Predictive Text

     Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input > Settings Delete text Virtual keyboard > Samsung keyboard for options. To enable Google voice typing: For more information, see “Samsung keyboard” on 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard.
  • Page 46 To download additional languages for use with Google voice typing: ► Tap Settings > Languages. Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input > Virtual keyboard >...

  • Page 47: 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: Changing the color of the screen to grayscale. • To activate Emergency mode: • Restricting application usage to only essential 1.
  • Page 48 Use Emergency Mode Estimated usage time remaining: Display • estimated standby time that can be reached based While in Emergency mode, your device conserves on current battery charge and usage. power. The following apps and features are available on Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone •...

  • Page 49: Calling

    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.

  • Page 50: Phone Screen

    Phone Screen 1. More options: Access 6. Keypad: Dial the number Speed dial and Call that you want to call. settings. 7. Tabs: Display a log of 2. Hide the keypad: Hide all dialed, received, and the keypad and display missed calls.

  • Page 51: Call Settings

    Access Phone Call Settings There are a couple of ways to access Phone. To access the Call settings menu: ► From a Home screen, tap  Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone >  More options > Settings. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 52: 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 53: Answer A Call

    Dial a Recent Number To switch from a Phone call to a Video call after dialing: ► Tap Video call to request video calling. All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed.
  • Page 54 Multitask While on a Call If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call. If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, ► On the incoming call pop-up screen: your active call is indicated by  Call on the Status bar.

  • Page 55: Options During A Call

    Options During a Call Listen with the Speaker or Bluetooth Headset Your phone provides several options that you can use Listen to the call using the speaker or through a during a call. Bluetooth headset (not included). Adjust the Call Volume ► Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the ►...

  • Page 56: Call Waiting

    Place a New Call While on a Call To answer a new call while you have a call in progress: 1. Drag Answer in any direction to answer the If your service plan supports this feature, you can make new call. another call while a call is in progress.

  • Page 57: Video Call Options

    Call Log Video Call Options To change the call type during a video call: The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. ► Tap Call type. The following options are available: 1.
  • Page 58 Block a Number 4. Tap Create contact. By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from – or – this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and If you want to replace the number for an existing messages are not received.

  • Page 59: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. Create a Speed Dial 4. Tap Name or number to manually type the phone number. You can assign 999 speed dial numbers. – or – 1.
  • Page 60 Use Speed Dial to Make a Call You can make a call using Speed dial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.  Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. • 2. Touch and hold the Speed dial number. If the Speed dial number is more than one digit •...

  • Page 61: Emergency Calls

    Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. Make an Emergency Call Make an Emergency Call 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 62 Secure Lock Screens You can make calls even if your phone has a secure lock screen. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen. 2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency dialer. 3. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap Call.

  • Page 63: Set Up And Access Voicemail

    Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your voicemail. Set Up Your Voicemail Access Your Voicemail To set up your voicemail: You can access your voicemail from the Phone app. 1. From the Home screen, tap  Apps > 1.
  • Page 64 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 65: Applications

    Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.

  • Page 66: Apps List

    Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to Access Apps learn more. You can access and launch all applications from the Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps • Apps list. that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
  • Page 67 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 68: 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 own custom order. Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. To change the order apps are listed: 2.
  • Page 69 To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it. To delete a folder: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap  More options > Edit. 3. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Remove folder.

  • Page 70: Google Apps

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

  • Page 71: Play Music

    Hangouts Play Movies & TV Meet friends and family online, share photos, host Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google video calls, and send SMS and Hangouts messages. Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. Visit hangouts.google.com to learn more.
  • Page 72 YouTube View and upload YouTube videos right from your ™ device. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications Google Apps...

  • Page 73: At&T Apps

    AT&T Apps Enjoy these apps from AT&T. AT&T Protect Plus Certain apps require a data plan or paid subscription. Visit att.com to learn more or contact your service Access the Mobile Protection Pack and with a paid provider for additional information. subscription, replace your device if it is lost or damaged, locate your device if it is lost, and receive AT&T Locker...

  • Page 74: Device Help

    Device Help myAT&T Access online information to help with your device Manage your AT&T account. You can review and pay questions. your bill, check minutes and data usage, upgrade to a new device, or change your plan. DIRECTV Remote Stream live TV. DIRECTV brings you all the ®...
  • Page 75 Visual Voicemail Review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your device without dialing into voicemail. You can also see a list of your messages on your device and select which ones you want to play, call back, share, delete, or save. Applications AT&T Apps...

  • Page 76: Additional Apps

    Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Facebook Amazon Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook Shop at amazon.com from your device. ™ app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well as Visit amazon.com to learn more.

  • Page 77: Usage Manager

    For more information, see “Data Usage” on page 125. a single card. For more information see plenti.com. Samsung Gear Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. Applications Additional Apps...

  • Page 78: 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 79: Scientific Calculator

    Scientific Calculator The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. To use the Scientific calculator: ► If Auto rotate is enabled, turn the device to landscape. – or – If Portrait is enabled, tap Rotate screen. Note: Auto rotate and Portrait are found in the Quick settings on the Notification panel.

  • Page 80: 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 81: Create A Task

    Share an Event Create a Task You can share events you create from your Calendar. You can use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 quickly switch between the front and rear • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 85 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 86: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Common • Download: Download additional shooting You can adjust your camera’s settings using the modes from the Galaxy Apps store. icons on the main camera screen and the full camera  More options: See more options for the • settings menu. camera modes.
  • Page 87 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. Use higher •...
  • Page 88 Live Broadcast Options Voice control: Take pictures by saying “Smile”, • “Cheese”, “Capture”, or “Shoot”, or record videos The following options are available: by saying “Record video.” Settings: Set your privacy settings, Video size, • Volume key function: Use the Volume key as the •...
  • Page 89 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 90 Live Broadcast Settings Auto dim: Dims the brightness if you broadcast • without touching the screen. Customize your Live Broadcasts. Add shortcut on Home screen: Tap to create a • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Camera. shortcut to Live broadcast on the Home screen. 2.

  • Page 91: Clock

    Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Create an Alarm 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
  • Page 92 World Clock Alarm tone and volume: Choose a sound to • play for the alarm, and drag the slider to set the The World clock lets you keep track of the current time volume of the alarm. in multiple cities around the globe. Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses •...
  • Page 93 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 94: 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, see You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one “Accounts”...

  • Page 95: 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 96: Share A Contact

    Share a Contact 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. When you share a contact, the contact’s information is 2. Tap the contact to select it, and then tap sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share  Details.

  • Page 97: Delete Contacts

    Delete Contacts Mark Contacts as Favorites You can delete a single contact or choose multiple You can mark contacts as Favorites. contacts to delete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts.
  • Page 98 Groups Add member: Select contacts to add to the new • group, and then tap Done. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your 4. Tap Save. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your Rename a Group family, for coworkers, or a team.
  • Page 99 Add Contacts to a Group Send an Email to a Group You can add contacts to a group. You can send an email to members of a group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 100: Delete A Group

    Contacts Settings Delete a Group Preset groups cannot be deleted. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Contacts.

  • Page 101: Email

    Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. 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 Mailbox > Settings >...
  • Page 102 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 > Tap a message to read and reply or forward it.
  • Page 103 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. 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address...

  • Page 104: Email Settings

    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 Mailbox > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts.

  • Page 105: 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: To access Galaxy Essentials: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 106: Gallery

    Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. 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 107: Play Videos

    Play Videos 4. Tap Export to save the video. Modify the File name or Resolution, and then tap Export to confirm the You can play videos stored on your device. changes. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. Edit Images 2.
  • Page 108 Share Images and Videos  More options: • You can share images and videos from your Gallery. Rotate left: Rotate the picture counter-clockwise. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. Rotate right: Rotate the picture clockwise. 2. Tap a folder to open it. Details: View and edit information about 3.
  • Page 109 Delete Images and Videos You can delete images stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap  More options > Edit. 4. Tap images and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all images and videos.

  • Page 110: Internet

    ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Tabs: Manage open tabs. The number on Samsung folder >  Internet. the icon indicates the number of tabs that are currently open. Command Keys The following command keys are available:...
  • Page 111 Browser Tabs Save and Open Bookmarks Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. that you can access it quickly. To open a new tab: To bookmark the current web page: ►...
  • Page 112  Bookmarks > Saved pages. To enable Secret mode: 2. Tap a saved page to open it in the browser. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Internet. View History 2. Tap Tabs. To view a list of recently visited web pages: 3.

  • Page 113: Internet Settings

    To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >  Internet. 2. Tap Tabs > Turn off secret. Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 114: Memo

    Memo Use Memo to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Memo 3. Tap Save when finished. You can create memos using the Memo app. Edit Memos 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Memo. You can make edits to memos you create. 2.

  • Page 115: Memo Options

    Browse Memos You can browse memos you create. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Memo. Browse memo entries by swiping up or down. • • To search for a memo, tap Search. Memo Options You can edit, share, or manage memos. 1.

  • Page 116: 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 picture, The Samsung Messages app provides the following...

  • Page 117: 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 118: 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  More options > Edit. ►...

  • Page 119: Messages Settings

    Messages Settings There are three types of Emergency alerts: Alerts issued by the President • Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and more. Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life • (extreme and severe) ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 120: My Files

    Categories • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Images: View image files. Samsung folder >  My Files. Audio: View audio files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. Videos: View video files. 3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
  • Page 121 SD card: View folders and files located on the ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > optional SD card (not included). Samsung folder >  My Files. • Cloud storage The following options are available: Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud  Search: Search for a file or folder.

  • Page 122: S Health

    Caution: The information gathered from this device, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Health, or related software is not intended for use in Samsung folder >  S Health. the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the 2. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
  • Page 123 Heart disease; Asthma or lung disease; Diabetes, or It is recommended that before engaging in an exercise • liver or kidney disease; and Arthritis. routine, you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. If you are unsure of your health status, Before beginning your exercise regimen check with have several health problems, or are pregnant, you your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart,...

  • Page 124: 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 125: 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 126 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 127 2. Scroll down to “Gift cards” and click the samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay See merchants 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 128: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.

  • Page 129: 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 130: 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 access to a wireless Access Point (AP).
  • Page 131 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 132 Wi-Fi Options WPS push button: Set up a connection to a • WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of equipment. your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device •...
  • Page 133 Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections You can make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi to a Wi-Fi network. network. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your 1.

  • Page 134: Turn Bluetooth On Or Off

    Emergency Address Turn Bluetooth On or Off Your address is required in case you need to call Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth emergency services using Wi-Fi Calling. To modify your on or off. emergency address: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 135: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Scan for Bluetooth Devices Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, may be different, and functions such as transfer or you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth 1.
  • Page 136 Rename a Paired Device Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) Once you have paired your device to another device, When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two you can rename the paired device to make it easier to devices no longer recognize each other. To connect recognize.

  • Page 137: Data Usage

    Data Usage Billing cycle: Set up billing cycle information. • Wi-Fi data usage: The amount of Wi-Fi data • Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and usage by application is shown. restrictions to conserve it. • Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks to Your service provider may account for data usage prevent apps that are running in the background...

  • Page 138: Android Beam

    Enable Airplane Mode Android Beam To enable or disable Airplane mode: When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. devices close together. You can beam browser pages, 2.

  • Page 139: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering

    Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Tap and Pay Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s application you want to use for making purchases on Internet connection with other devices. your device.
  • Page 140 Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to You can change your Mobile hotspot password. Mobile hotspot. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 141 Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Mobile Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting hotspot is active, your device’s applications use the settings. Mobile hotspot data service. Roaming while using your 1.
  • Page 142 Wi-Fi Sharing Password: If you choose a security level that • uses a password, enter the password. A default Your Wi-Fi network may be shared with other devices. password is displayed on the Mobile hotspot Be aware that your device may switch between your screen.

  • Page 143: Mobile Networks

    Tethering Your Device Enhanced LTE services: Enable HD Voice and • advanced communication services where You can use USB tethering to share your device’s available. Internet connection with a computer. International data roaming: Allow your device • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 144 Locating Method 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: Before using any features that require location Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan • assistance, you must enable your device’s location for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when services.

  • Page 145: Location Services

    Location Services Nearby Device Scanning Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them Google Location History stores and uses your device’s ™ up easily. You receive a notification when there are most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google available devices to connect to.
  • Page 146 Printing MirrorLink Print images and documents to Samsung printers and Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment other compatible printers (not included). and information screen using a USB connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Note: To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink.
  • Page 147 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks To connect to a VPN: (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. setting up a VPN. For more information, see “Set a Screen Lock”...
  • Page 148 Reset Network Settings Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth delete the connection. settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 149: Sounds And Vibration

    Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Change the Sound Mode Vibrate: Vibrate for notifications and alerts. This • uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound You can switch between sound modes, while preserving settings.

  • Page 150: Adjust The Volume

    Adjust the Volume Media Volume Limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You Set the system volume level and default volume for call can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized users from ringtones, notifications, and other audio. changing this setting.

  • Page 151: Vibration Intensity

    Vibration Intensity Select a Default Vibration Pattern Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your notifications, and haptic feedback. own pattern. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 152 Messages notifications: Choose a sound for To activate Do not disturb mode: • message notifications, and enable or disable 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. vibration alert. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb. Calendar notifications: Choose a sound for •...

  • Page 153: System Sounds

    • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is Samsung keyboard is tapped. • connected. Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung • Vibration feedback: Vibrate when Back or • keyboard is tapped. Recent are tapped, and for other actions.
  • Page 154 Advanced Sounds 4. Tap On/Off to enable each option: UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution • You can enable sound effects when connected to of music and videos for a clearer listening a headset. Sound effects are only available when experience.

  • Page 155: 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 •...

  • Page 156: Display

    Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Brightness Blue Light Filter Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings Use Blue light filter at night to help you sleep better. or personal preference. You may also want to adjust You can set a schedule to automatically turn this screen brightness to conserve battery power.

  • Page 157: Screen Mode

    Screen Resolution 4. Tap Turn on as scheduled to set a schedule for when Blue light filter should be enabled. Use this setting to change the screen resolution. When enabled, you can choose Sunset to • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 158: Easy Mode

    Easy Mode Tap a font style to select a font, or tap •  Download fonts to find new fonts from Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler Galaxy Apps. layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, 3.
  • Page 159 Edge Screen To disable Easy mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Manage the panels that display on the Edge screen, including your own custom panels, and set up night 2. Tap Display > Easy mode > Standard mode to exit mode.
  • Page 160 About Edge screen: View the Edge screen •  More options: • version number, check for updates, and view Reorder: Change the order of the panels by open source licenses. dragging them to the left or right. Edge Panels Handle settings: Drag  Edge panel handle to change the position of the Edge panel To configure Edge panels: handle along the edge of the screen, and...
  • Page 161 Edge Feeds  More options: • Edge feeds display select information and notifications Edge feed timeout: Configure how long the on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off. Edge screen stays on when activated. Reorder: Change the order of the panels by To configure the Edge feeds: dragging them to the left or right.
  • Page 162 Always On Display 3. Tap On/Off to turn on the feature. The following feature is available: See important information without unlocking the Quick reply: Reject an incoming phone call • screen. You can select an image or information to show with a text message by placing your finger on on the standby screen.

  • Page 163: Night Clock

    Night Clock Format: Choose a format for the content selected. You can change the color and Set up a clock that displays on the Edge screen background image by selecting a format. when the screen is off. Night mode is available for a Show always: Enable to always show this •...

  • Page 164: Touch Key Light Duration

    Touch Key Light Duration Status Bar Set the length of time Recent and Back remain Set up Status bar functions. lit after you touch them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 165: Screen Timeout

    Screen Timeout Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table. • Settings for options. Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings.

  • Page 166: 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 where you want to use it: Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with Home screen •...
  • Page 167 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 168: Advanced Features

    Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. Smart Stay 3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following: Game launcher: Automatically arranges all your • Smart stay detects your face with the front camera so games in one place.

  • Page 169: Other Features

    One-Handed Mode 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: Quick launch camera: Open the Camera by • Change the screen layout to accommodate operating quickly pressing the Home key twice. your device with one hand. • Multi window: 1.
  • Page 170 Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the Attach pictures: Send pictures to your • screen by swiping the edge of your hand across emergency contacts. it, from side to side, keeping in contact with the Attach audio recording: Send a short audio screen.

  • Page 171: 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 Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running • in the background. 1.
  • Page 172 Battery  More options: • View how battery power is used for device activities. Advanced settings: Configure advanced battery settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Device maintenance > Battery for options: Performance Mode • Battery usage: View details of battery usage Set up your device’s performance mode to get the best by item.

  • Page 173: Device Memory

    Entertainment: Enjoy music and videos with Audio • • ultra high quality sound, enhanced images, and Videos • maximum display settings. Apps • High performance: Experience the highest • quality display with maximum brightness and To increase available memory: screen resolution. 1.

  • Page 174: Remove A Memory Card

    Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on automatically mounted (connected to the device) and the memory card, unmount the card before removing it prepared for use.

  • Page 175: Format A Memory Card

    Format a Memory Card Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back Check the amount of available RAM. You can close up your music and photo files that are stored on the background apps and reduce the amount of RAM you card because formatting the SD card deletes all the are using to speed up your device.

  • Page 176: 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 Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size • your downloaded and preloaded applications.
  • Page 177 Special access: Optimize battery usage for Battery: View battery usage since the last full • • individual apps, enable device administrator charge. apps, choose apps that can appear over other Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage. • running apps, select which apps can change system settings, and more.

  • Page 178: 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 PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. • This option provides medium to high security. It is recommended that you secure your device using a Password: Create a password for unlocking the •...
  • Page 179 You can also use 5. Choose a screen lock option: your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Info and app shortcuts: Display a dual clock, • owner information, or app shortcuts on the Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique Lock screen.
  • Page 180 You must set a pattern, PIN, or Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprint for secure • password to protect your fingerprints. and fast payments with the Samsung Pay app. To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint, • Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or •...
  • Page 181 ► To access your device remotely, visit findmymobile.samsung.com. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. Settings Lock Screen and Security...

  • Page 182: Unknown Sources

    Unknown Sources Private Mode Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. for certain applications. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Unknown sources Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or to enable this option.

  • Page 183: Other Security Settings

    Secure Startup Other Security Settings Protect your device by requiring a numeric PIN or Set Up or Change Password password to be entered before it starts up. Set up or change your password for Factory data reset. Note: You must have a secured screen lock for this 1.

  • Page 184: Security Update Service

    View Passwords Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send • security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Device Administration 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security Manage your device administrators and application settings >...

  • Page 185: Credential Storage

    Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Manage your security certificates. If a certificate Use these options to configure advanced security authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some settings. other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 186 Notification access: View the applications that • can access notifications you receive on your device. Do not disturb permission: View which apps • have permission to change the Do not disturb settings. Settings Lock Screen and Security...

  • Page 187: 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 3. Once a Samsung account is configured, the...

  • Page 188: Add An Account

    Accounts Sync settings: Tap the following items to enable • or disable syncing: Configure email, social networking, and other Contacts (Samsung account): Sync contact supported accounts. info. Add an Account Calendar (Samsung account): Sync your You can add and manage all your email, social events and tasks.

  • Page 189: Synchronize Accounts

    Synchronize Accounts Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your You can synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other service provider for more information on your account’s types of accounts. settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 190: Backup And Restore

    Backup and Restore Google Account Enable backup of your information to your Google Back up your data to your Samsung or Google accounts. account. Samsung Account 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. Enable backup of your information to your Samsung 2.
  • Page 191 Smart Switch Transfer content from your old device to this device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Cloud and accounts > Smart Switch, and then follow the prompts. Settings Cloud and Accounts...

  • Page 192: Google Settings

    Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Customize Google Search & now: Configure your Google search • settings and Google Now settings. To customize your Google settings: • Set up nearby device: Set up another device 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...

  • Page 193: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. You can download additional accessibility applications Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all • from the Google Play store. times for privacy. 1.
  • Page 194 Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen • • Samsung keyboard and change its colors to if you are color blind or have difficulty reading increase the contrast between the keys and the the display because of the screen color.

  • Page 195: Dexterity And Interaction

    Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to set Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for • • the left and right balance when using a stereo this action. device. Interaction control: Block areas of the • screen from touch interaction. Disable auto Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono •...
  • Page 196 Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts • for answering and ending calls. Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms, • calendar events, and timer alerts, and answer or reject incoming calls with a single tap. Manage accessibility: Import and export •...

  • Page 197: General Management

    General Management Configure your device’s language and input settings, manage date and time, and reset your device. Language and Input Default Keyboard You can select a default keyboard for your device’s Configure your device’s language and input settings. menus and keyboards. Language Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store.
  • Page 198 3. Select a keyboard: Google Voice Typing Speak rather than type your text entries using Samsung keyboard Google Voice typing. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Languages: Select languages for Google voice • • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type typing.
  • Page 199 Physical Keyboard Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from • a Bluetooth headset (not included) if one is If you use a physical keyboard with your device, you can connected. still show the virtual keyboard on the screen. Manage keyboards 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
  • Page 200  Settings. Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the • Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap 2. Tap General management > Language and input. Settings next to each TTS engine for options. 3. Under Pointer speed, drag the slider to the right to Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is •...

  • Page 201: Date And Time

    Date and Time Use 24-hour format: Set the format for • displaying time. By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are Report Diagnostic Info outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time This feature sends diagnostic information about your settings.

  • Page 202: Reset Settings

    Reset Settings Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to its factory default settings, You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all which resets everything except the security, language, data from your device. and account settings. Personal data is not affected. This action permanently erases ALL data from the 1.

  • Page 203: Auto Restart

    Auto Restart Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 24 hours after changing your password Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at to perform a factory data reset on your device. set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and battery power is more than 30 percent.

  • Page 204: Software Update

    Software Update Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >  Settings. 2. Tap Software update for the following options: Check for updates: Check for software updates. • • Continue update: Install available software updates at the time of your choosing.

  • Page 205: 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 • 3. Tap Sort by to sort the topics by category or alphabetically.

  • Page 206: About Device

    My phone number: Your phone number is • and more. displayed. 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. Settings About Device...

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