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English (CA). 02/2017. Rev.1.0
www.samsung.com

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  • Page 1 SM-T820 User Manual English (CA). 02/2017. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Internet Device layout Email Battery Camera Memory card (microSD card) Gallery Turning the device on and off Game Launcher Controlling the touchscreen Samsung Notes Home screen PEN.UP Lock screen Calendar Notification panel Samsung Flow Entering text My Files Screen capture...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Settings 100 Introduction 100 Connections 106 Sounds and vibration 107 Notifications 107 Display 108 Wallpaper 108 Advanced features 109 Device maintenance 111 Apps 111 Lock screen and security 116 Cloud and accounts 119 Google 120 Accessibility 120 General management 121 Software update 121 About device Appendix...

  • Page 4: Basics

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

  • Page 5: Helpful Tips If Your Device Heats Up

    • If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved one.
  • Page 6 Basics When the device heats up during use When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while. The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat.
  • Page 7 • Decrease the screen brightness. • If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Device limitations when the device overheats When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to cool down.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

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

  • Page 9: Device Layout

    Basics Device layout Device Light sensor Front camera Power key Touchscreen Volume key Microphone Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor) Memory card tray Microphone Recents key Back key Speaker Speaker Headset jack Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)
  • Page 10 – If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device – If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device • Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
  • Page 11 Basics Keys Function • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Power • Press to turn on or lock the screen. • Tap to open the list of recent apps. Recents • Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked. •...

  • Page 12: Replacing The S Pen Nib

    Basics Name Functions • Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to display the Air command features. S Pen button • While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over items to select them.

  • Page 13: Battery

    • The Recents key and the Back key can be used with the S Pen. • For more information about the S Pen, visit the Samsung website. • If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Battery...
  • Page 14 Basics Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter, and plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack. Plug the USB power adapter into an electric socket. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
  • Page 15 • If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. • If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

  • Page 16: Power Saving Mode

    About Fast charging • Fast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by increasing the charging power. The device supports Samsung’s Adaptive fast charging feature and Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0. • To use Fast charging on your device, connect it to a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging or Quick Charge 2.0.

  • Page 17: Memory Card (Microsd Card)

    To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
  • Page 18 Basics • The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognize the card. If the device does not recognize your memory card, format it on your computer.

  • Page 19: Removing The Memory Card

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

  • Page 20: Turning The Device On And Off

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

  • Page 21: Controlling The Touchscreen

    Basics Controlling the touchscreen • Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
  • Page 22 Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
  • Page 23 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.

  • Page 24: Home Screen

    Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 25 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customize the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
  • Page 26 Basics Removing items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove shortcut at the top of the screen. Creating folders Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps. On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.

  • Page 27: Apps Screen

    Basics Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel. To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

  • Page 28: Searching For Items

    Basics Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps. A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap To add more apps to the folder, tap ADD, tick the apps, and then tap ADD. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen.

  • Page 29: Lock Screen

    Basics Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common. The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
  • Page 30 Samsung account. • If the unlock code is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.

  • Page 31: Notification Panel

    Basics Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen.
  • Page 32 Basics Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons. To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. To rearrange buttons, tap →...

  • Page 33: Entering Text

    Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Delete a preceding character.
  • Page 34 Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. Change the voice input settings. Start or pause entering text by voice.

  • Page 35: Screen Capture

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

  • Page 36: Opening Apps

    Basics Smart capture You can capture the current screen and scrollable area. You can also immediately crop and share the captured screen. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Smart capture, tap the switch to activate it, and then capture a screenshot. On the screen you are capturing, use one of the following options: •...

  • Page 37: Pen Features

    Screen write Add shortcuts Translate Air command settings • Create note: Launch Samsung Notes and create a new note. Refer to Samsung Notes more information. • View all notes: Launch Samsung Notes and view all notes. • Smart select: Collect content quickly. Refer to Smart select for more information.
  • Page 38 Basics Air command icon When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon. To move the icon, tap and drag it to a new location. Smart select Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving.
  • Page 39 Basics Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them. When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write. The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears on the screen.
  • Page 40 Basics Translate Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. • To use this feature, the device must be connected to Wi-Fi. • This feature does not support some languages. • This feature is available only on screens that allow you to perform a screen capture. Open the Air command panel and tap Translate.

  • Page 41: Air View

    Basics Add shortcuts Add shortcuts to frequently used apps or functions to the Air command panel. On the Air command panel, tap Add shortcuts and select apps or functions to open from the panel. → Shortcuts. To edit shortcuts, open the Air command panel and tap You can also remove the Create note shortcut.
  • Page 42 Basics Pen Select While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item lists to select multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the selected items or text into another app or share them with others. Direct pen input Fill in forms and write messages using your handwriting with the S Pen.
  • Page 43 When the screen is off, write a memo with the S Pen. When you are finished writing the memo, tap SAVE. Then, the memo will be saved in Samsung Notes. To view memos, open the Apps screen and then tap Samsung Notes → COLLECTIONS → Screen off memo.

  • Page 44: Secure Folder

    Basics Secure Folder Introduction Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and notes, from being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is unlocked. Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB.
  • Page 45 A shortcut to Secure Folder will be added to the Home screen and the Apps screen. If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung account. Tap the reset button that appears when an incorrect unlock code is entered, and enter your Samsung account password.
  • Page 46 Tap and hold an app, tap Select, tick apps to remove, and then tap Uninstall. Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → Secure Folder.

  • Page 47: Multi Window

    Basics Uninstalling Secure Folder You can uninstall Secure Folder, including the content and apps in it. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Secure Folder → Uninstall. If you want to move your media files out of Secure Folder before uninstalling it, tap Move media files out of Secure Folder to select the option.
  • Page 48 Basics Split screen view to open the list of recently used apps. Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window. The selected app will launch in the upper window. In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch. To launch apps not in the list of recently used apps, tap MORE APPS and select an app.
  • Page 49 Basics Adjusting the window size Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows. Sharing text or images between windows Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
  • Page 50 Basics Minimizing the split screen view Press the Home key to minimize the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain active in the minimized split screen view.

  • Page 51: Samsung Account

    Samsung account Introduction Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account.

  • Page 52: Transferring Data From Your Previous Device

    Basics Removing your Samsung account When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts. Tap Samsung account and tap the account to remove.

  • Page 53: Device

    Transferring backup data from a computer Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
  • Page 54 Basics On the computer, launch Smart Switch. If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step. Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.

  • Page 55: Device And Data Management

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

  • Page 56: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data. Refer to...

  • Page 57: Quick Connect

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

  • Page 58: Connecting To A Tv

    Basics Connecting to other devices Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap Search tablet and scan for nearby devices. Tap QUICK CONNECT. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features will be activated and the device will automatically search for nearby devices.
  • Page 59 Basics Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructions to use the feature. Available features may vary depending on the TV. • View tablet on TV (Smart View): View your device’s content on the TV screen. You may need to activate the Screen Mirroring feature on the TV depending on the TV you want to connect.

  • Page 60: Sharing Features

    Basics Sharing features Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. Tap Gallery on the Apps screen. Select an image. Tap Share and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email. You can also use the following options: •...

  • Page 61: Applications

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

  • Page 62: Managing Apps

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

  • Page 63: Contacts

    Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact Tap Contacts on the Apps screen. and select a storage location. Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information. Open more information fields.

  • Page 64: Importing Contacts

    Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Samsung account. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts, select an account name, select the account to sync with, and then tap Contacts (Samsung account) or Sync Contacts. Searching for contacts On the Apps screen, tap Contacts.

  • Page 65: Sharing Contacts

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

  • Page 66: Internet

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

  • Page 67: Email

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

  • Page 68: Camera

    Applications Sending emails to compose an email. Add recipients and enter an email text. Tap SEND to send the mail. Reading emails When Email is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve emails, swipe downwards on the screen. Tap an email on the screen to read it.
  • Page 69 Applications Launching Camera Tap Camera on the Apps screen. Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are activated. Using swipe gestures Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply filter effects.

  • Page 70: Basic Shooting

    Applications Switching cameras On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras. Viewing shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe from the left to the right to open the shooting modes list. Viewing filter effects One the preview screen, swipe from the right to the left to open the filter effects list. You can apply a unique feel to your photos or videos.
  • Page 71 Applications Current mode Make faces appear brighter and clearer. Camera settings Preview thumbnail Change the flash Take a photo. setting. Record a video. Switch between the front and rear cameras. Filter effects Shooting modes • The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.
  • Page 72 Applications Customizing shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list and select a mode. To view the description of each mode, tap → Info. To rearrange modes, tap → Edit, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new location.
  • Page 73 Applications Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. On the shooting modes list, tap Panorama. To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: • Move the camera slowly in one direction. •...
  • Page 74 Applications Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. On the shooting modes list, tap Selfie. Face the front camera lens.
  • Page 75 Applications Wide selfie Take a wide self-portrait and include as many people in the photo as possible to avoid leaving people out. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. On the shooting modes list, tap Wide selfie.
  • Page 76 Applications Continuous shot Take a series of photos of moving subjects. On the shooting modes list, tap Continuous shot. Tap and hold to take several photos continuously. HDR (Rich tone) Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. On the shooting modes list, tap HDR (Rich tone).
  • Page 77 Applications Food Take photos of food with more vibrant colours. On the shooting modes list, tap Food. Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight. The area outside the circular frame will be blurred. To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame. and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.
  • Page 78 Applications Move the device around the subject slowly in one direction to take more photos. When the arrow becomes completely yellow or when you stop circling the subject, the device will automatically stop taking photos. Viewing virtual shot photos On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail. Drag your finger left or right on the screen, or slowly swivel the device left or right to view the subject from different angles.
  • Page 79 Applications Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot.

  • Page 80: Gallery

    Applications COMMON • Timer: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo. • Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting from camera shake while recording a video. • Full screen view (16:9): Set the device to preview photos or videos using the full screen ratio.

  • Page 81: Viewing Images

    Applications Viewing images and videos Viewing images On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES. Select an image. Move to the previous screen. Access additional options. Add the image to favourites. Share the image with others. Modify the image. Automatically adjust the Delete the image.

  • Page 82: Viewing Videos

    Applications Viewing videos On the Apps screen, tap Gallery → PICTURES. Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. Display your videos. Access additional options. Skip to the previous Skip to the next video. Tap and hold video.
  • Page 83 Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap DELETE. Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud You can sync images and videos saved in Gallery with Samsung Cloud and access them from other devices. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud.

  • Page 84: Game Launcher

    Applications Deleting multiple images and videos On the main Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete. Tick the images or videos to delete. Tap DELETE. Sharing images or videos Select an image or a video, tap Share at the bottom of the screen, and then select a sharing method.
  • Page 85 Applications Using Game Launcher On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Games → Game Launcher and tap the switch to activate it. Game Launcher will be added to the Home screen and the Apps screen. When you deactivate the feature, Game Launcher will be removed from the Home screen and the Apps screen.
  • Page 86 Applications Using Game Tools You can set the Game Tools icon to be displayed as a floating icon on game screens. On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Advanced features → Games and tap the Game Tools switch to activate it. While playing a game, tap to display the game tools.

  • Page 87: Samsung Notes

    S Pen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes. Creating notes On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes → ALL → You can also open the Air command panel and tap the Create note shortcut.

  • Page 88: Changing The Pen Settings

    Applications Composing notes in handwriting mode On the note composer screen, tap Pen to write or draw with the S Pen. Selection mode Undo Eraser mode Redo Pen mode Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.
  • Page 89 Applications Tap an area to erase. The whole line on the area will be erased. The line eraser can erase your note line by line. • To only erase the area you touch with the S Pen, tap once more and tap Erase touched area.
  • Page 90 Applications Edit the input using the available options. • Cut: Cut out the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste. • Copy: Copy the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste.
  • Page 91 Pinning a note to the Home screen Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung Notes. Tap ALL, or tap COLLECTIONS and select a category. Select a note and tap → Pin to home screen.

  • Page 92: Pen.up

    PEN.UP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. View your recent activity history. Your profile View artwork by category. Post your artwork. You can sign in to PEN.UP with your Samsung or Google account or other SNS accounts.
  • Page 93 Applications Posting your artwork Post your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PEN.UP. On the Apps screen, tap Samsung → PEN.UP → Add your artwork to post and enter a title, description, and hashtag. Add your artwork to post.

  • Page 94: Calendar

    Applications Viewing artwork Select a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also download artwork or set one as your wallpaper. Set the artwork as a favourite. View the users who like the artwork.
  • Page 95 Applications Enter event details. Enter a title. Set a start and end date for the event. Select a calendar to use or sync with. Set an alarm. Enter the location of the event. Add a note. Attach a map showing the location of the event.

  • Page 96: Samsung Flow

    Samsung Flow allows you to easily connect your tablet to your smartphone. You can share the screen and content between the connected devices. Samsung Flow must be installed on both devices that you want to connect. If Samsung Flow is not installed, download it from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.

  • Page 97: Clock

    Applications Clock Introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. ALARM On the Apps screen, tap Clock → ALARM. Setting alarms in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap SAVE.

  • Page 98: Calculator

    Applications STOPWATCH On the Apps screen, tap Clock → STOPWATCH. Tap START to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP. Tap STOP to stop timing. To restart the timing, tap RESUME. To clear lap times, tap RESET. TIMER On the Apps screen, tap Clock →...

  • Page 99: Play Music

    Applications Chrome Search for information and browse webpages. Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service. Maps Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for various places around you. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device.

  • Page 100: Introduction

    Settings Introduction Customize settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalized by configuring various setting options. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap Connections Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.
  • Page 101 Settings Tap CONNECT. • Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET.
  • Page 102 Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.

  • Page 103: Sending And Receiving Data

    Settings Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm. The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request. Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 104: Data Usage

    Settings Tablet visibility Allow other devices to find your device to share content with you. When this feature is activated, your device will be visible to other devices when they search for available devices using their Transfer files to device option. On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the Tablet visibility switch to activate it.
  • Page 105 Settings More connection settings Customize settings to control other features. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings. • Nearby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. • Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files.

  • Page 106: Sounds And Vibration

    Settings Printing content While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap Print → → All printers..., and then select a printer. Printing methods may vary depending on the content type. Sounds and vibration Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration.

  • Page 107: Notifications

    Settings Notifications Change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Notifications. To customize notification settings, tap ADVANCED and select an app. The available options vary depending on the app selected. • Allow notifications: Allow notifications from the selected app. •...

  • Page 108: Wallpaper

    Settings Blue light filter Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen. While you are watching HDR videos from HDR-exclusive video services, such as Amazon video, the blue light filter will not be applied. On the Settings screen, tap Display →...

  • Page 109: Device Maintenance

    Settings • Accessories: Change the accessory settings. • Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are looking at the display. • Games: Activate the Game Launcher and Game Tools icon and change the game-related settings.
  • Page 110 Settings Using the quick optimization feature On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → FIX NOW or OPTIMIZE NOW. The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions. • Clearing some memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. •...

  • Page 111: Apps

    Settings Managing the memory To delete residual files, such as cache, tap CLEAN NOW. To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more, select a category under USER DATA. Then, tick items to select and tap DELETE or UNINSTALL. Memory On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance →...
  • Page 112 • Find My Mobile: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen device. • Unknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.
  • Page 113 If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
  • Page 114 Tick fingerprints to delete and tap REMOVE. Verifying the Samsung account password Use fingerprints to verify your Samsung account password. You can use a fingerprint instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
  • Page 115 Settings Using fingerprints to sign in to accounts You can use your fingerprints to sign in to webpages that support password saving. This feature is only available for webpages that you access via the Internet app. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Fingerprints. Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.

  • Page 116: Cloud And Accounts

    Cloud and accounts Introduction Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud, or reset your device. You can also register and manage accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, and transfer data to or from other devices via Smart Switch.

  • Page 117: Removing Accounts

    Settings Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account. Create accounts to have the best experience with your device. On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Accounts → Add account.
  • Page 118 Settings Adding users On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Users. Tap Add user or profile → User → OK → SET UP NOW. The device will switch to a new user account and the default locked screen will appear on the screen.

  • Page 119: Google

    On the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Backup and restore. SAMSUNG ACCOUNT • Backup settings: Back up your personal information and app data to Samsung Cloud. You can also set the device to automatically back up data. • Restore: Restore previously backed up personal information and app data from Samsung Cloud.

  • Page 120: Accessibility

    Settings Accessibility Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility. • Vision: Customize the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users. • Hearing: Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users with hearing impairment.

  • Page 121: Software Update

    • Report diagnostic information: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. • Marketing information: Set whether to receive Samsung marketing information, such as special offers, membership benefits, and newsletters. • Reset: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset.

  • Page 122: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: •...

  • Page 123: Resetting The Device

    • If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again.
  • Page 124 • Ensure that the charger is connected properly. • Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced.
  • Page 125 • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. Photo quality is poorer than the preview •...
  • Page 126 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.

  • Page 127: Removing The Battery

    • Samsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort, including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and...

  • Page 128: Health And Safety

    • Use only Samsung-approved charger specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery and charger can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. • Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
  • Page 129 Health and Safety • Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating. Protect the device and charger from damage • Avoid exposing your device to very cold or very hot temperatures. •...
  • Page 130 If you notice strange smells or sounds coming from your device or the battery, or if you see smoke or liquids leaking from the device or battery, stop using the device immediately and take it to a Samsung Service Centre • Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion.
  • Page 131 Health and Safety • Position your device within easy reach. Make sure you can access your wireless device without taking your eyes off the road. • Suspend use in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.
  • Page 132 Health and Safety Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is overheated • Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation. Use caution when exposed to flashing lights •...
  • Page 133 Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken • Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired. Install mobile devices and equipment with caution •...
  • Page 134 Protect your personal data and prevent leakage or misuse of sensitive information • While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of any data.

  • Page 135: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    Health and Safety • Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information, contact your service provider to delete or change your account information. • In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your accounts to protect your personal information.
  • Page 136 THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ” Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time.
  • Page 137 Health and Safety Acknowledging Special Precautions and Industry Canada Notice Cautions Any changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment. Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if they cause damage or a defect to the device.
  • Page 138 The model number, regulatory number, and serial number are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. Record the serial number in the space provided below. This will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in the future. Model: SM-T820 Serial No.:...
  • Page 139 Samsung Electronics. Trademarks • SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics. ® • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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