Page 1: User Guide
User Guide [UG template version 15a] [Boost-Samsung-G920P-ug-en-052217-FINAL]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Apps List ..........................17 Phone Number ..........................21 Airplane Mode ..........................21 Enter Text ............................ 21 Samsung Keyboard ......................21 Google Voice Typing......................23 Tips for Editing Text ......................23 Google Account .......................... 24 Create a Google Account ....................24...
Page 3 Factory Reset Protection ....................26 Google Play Store ........................27 Find and Install an App ....................... 27 Request a Refund for a Paid App ..................28 Update an App ........................29 Uninstall an App ........................30 Get Help with Google Play ....................31 Lock and Unlock Your Screen ....................
Page 4 Voicemail Setup ........................55 Set Up Visual Voicemail...................... 56 Review Visual Voicemail ..................... 57 Visual Voicemail Options ....................57 Configure Visual Voicemail Settings ................... 58 Change Your Main Greeting ....................59 Edit the Display Name ......................59 Caller ID Blocking ....................... 59 Call Waiting .........................
Page 5 Create and Send a Gmail Message ..................90 Check Received Gmail Messages ..................92 Manage Gmail Messages ....................93 Gmail Settings ........................97 Email ............................97 Set Up an Email Account ....................97 Add an Email Account......................98 Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account ................100 Create and Send an Email Message ................
Page 6 Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message ............. 128 Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth ................. 129 Share Pictures or Videos Using Additional Apps or Social Media ........130 Share Videos on YouTube ....................131 Camera Settings ........................132 Switch Cameras ........................
Page 7 NextRadio ..........................157 OneDrive ........................... 157 OneNote ............................ 157 Peel Remote ..........................157 Photos ............................157 S Voice ............................158 Samsung Health ........................159 Samsung Pay ..........................161 Samsung+ ..........................162 Uber ............................162 Video ............................163 Voice Recorder ......................... 164 YouTube ............................
Page 8 Pair Bluetooth Devices...................... 178 Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device ................179 Send Information Using Bluetooth ..................180 Receive Information Using Bluetooth ................181 Tethering ........................... 181 Settings ............................. 183 Basic Settings ........................... 183 Wi-Fi Settings Menu ........................185 Bluetooth Settings ........................187 Phone Visibility ..........................
Page 9 Vision Accessibility Settings ..................... 247 Hearing Accessibility Settings ................... 248 Dexterity and Interaction Settings ..................249 Configure Other Accessibility Settings ................250 Cloud and Accounts ........................251 Samsung Cloud ........................ 251 Accounts ........................... 252 Backup and Restore ......................253 viii...
Page 10 Intellectual Property ......................277 Open Source Software...................... 277 Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ................ 278 Modification of Software....................278 Samsung Knox .......................... 278 Restricting Children’s Access to Your Mobile Device ............... 279 Samsung Electronics America, Inc................... 279 Index ................................280...
Page 11: Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy S6. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Page 12: Access Instructions On Phone
Access Instructions on Phone These topics will help you find help on your new phone and will introduce the basics of using your phone's touchscreen if you are a new user. Access Help Use the phone's Help menu to learn about your phone. 1.
Page 13: Get Support From My Boost
Get Support from My Boost Access support for your phone and service through the preloaded My Boost app. 1. From home, tap Apps > My Boost 2. From the My Boost main page, tap Support. 3. Tap a topic to view its contents. Introduction...
Page 14: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your Samsung phone and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only.
Page 15 Part Description Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, Back key the notification panel, or keyboard. ™ Home key/fingerprint sensor Return to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google ™ Search/Google Now . Use to register fingerprints for security. Access recently used apps.
Page 16: Charge The Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included charging head and USB cable or using a USB connection on your computer. Tip: This device is also compatible with Samsung-approved wireless charging devices (sold separately). Note: This phone has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user.
Page 17 It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
Page 18: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Turn Your Phone On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off. Turn Your Phone On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key.  Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen. ...
Page 19: Use The Touchscreen
Use the Touchscreen Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger. Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.
Page 20: Swipe Or Slide
Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Get Started...
Page 21 When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Samsung Keyboard for more details. Note: Auto rotate needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap Auto rotate to enable the option.
Page 22: Activation And Service
Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or spread the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Activation and Service Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile.
Page 23: Complete The Setup Screens
Activate Your Phone After setting up your account on boostmobile.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Boost Mobile device to a new one, be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device automatically.
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the Apps list. 1.
Page 25: Phone Settings Menu
Phone Settings Menu You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Pull down the status bar and tap Settings For more information, see Basic Settings. Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.
Page 26: Capture Screenshots
Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu. 2. Tap Auto rotate to turn the option on or off.  You may need to scroll left or right to see the Auto rotate option. ...
Page 27: Apps List
2. Tap and app icon to launch the corresponding application.  The application opens. Apps List The Apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone. Note: Available apps are subject to change.
Page 28 ™ Hancom Office S (*.show) documents. Located in the Samsung folder in the Apps list. Meet friends and family online, share photos, host video calls, and send SMS and Hangouts messages. Located in the Google folder in the Apps Hangouts list.
Page 29 ® Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. Located in the Samsung folder My Files in the Apps list. ® Listen to your favorite FM radio stations on the go with NextRadio .
Page 30 S Voice of functions on your phone. Manage your health with the Samsung Health wellness application. Set Samsung Health fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall health. Use your phone to pay at more places than any other mobile payment...
Page 31: Phone Number
Google Voice Typing for details). The Samsung keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping keys (like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster and more accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.
Page 32 Assign Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung keyboard to be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while entering text.
Page 33: Google Voice Typing
Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text 1. Touch and hold Options on the Samsung keyboard, and then tap Voice input 2. Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered onscreen. 3. If the text is incorrect, tap Delete 4.
Page 34: Google Account
 Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field.  Sharing: Send the text with others using a variety of sharing methods.  Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text.  Dictionary: Access your personal dictionary. ...
Page 35 Create a Google Account Using Your Phone 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts > Add account. 2. Tap Google, and then tap Or create a new account. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your account. ...
Page 36: Sign In To Your Google Account
Google Account username and password. For more information, see Factory Data Reset. Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/frp.
Page 37: Google Play Store
Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature. Disable Factory Reset Protection To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 38: Request A Refund For A Paid App
3. Browse through the categories, find an item you are interested in, and tap the name.  Search for an app. Tap the Google Play search field, enter the name or type of app you are looking for, and then tap Search on the keyboard.
Page 39: Update An App
Update an App Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from the Play store app. Update an App Directly 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3.
Page 40: Uninstall An App
Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK. ...
Page 41: Get Help With Google Play
Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about the app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > Help & feedback. ...
Page 42: Update Your Phone
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.  The lock screen appears. 2. Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it.  The screen is unlocked.  If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern, enter the password or PIN, or scan your fingerprint.
Page 43 To back up your Exchange Mail information: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. 2. Tap On/Off next to each option to enable backup. 3. Tap More options > Sync now to sync your Google Account information. To back up stored text messages: 1.
Page 44 Update Your Phone’s Software Once you have backed up all your data, use the Download updates manually option to update your phone’s software. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates 2. Tap Download updates manually.  Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade.
Page 45: Update Your Profile
Confirm Your Current Phone Software 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device 2. Locate the Software version read-only field. Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone.
Page 46: Update Your Prl
Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates > Update PRL. 2. Follow the prompts.  The phone will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when complete.
Page 47: Your Phone's Home Screen
Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notification panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Page 48: Extended Home Screens
Item Description The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays phone and service Status area status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi and data connectivity, ringer status, and time. The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status (on the right Status bar side) and notifications (on the left side).
Page 49: Status Bar And Notification Panel
Status Bar and Notification Panel Your phone’s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen. Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left.
Page 50 Main Status Icons Roaming network signal strength is displayed. The device is connected to a 3G wireless network. The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network. Airplane mode is active. Battery is charging. Battery is fully charged. Connected as a mobile hotspot. Main Notification Icons Main Notification Icons A call has been missed.
Page 51: Notification Panel
Main Notification Icons Download of a file or app is in progress. View additional notifications. Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be accessed through the notification panel. Notification Panel Your phone’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar.
Page 52: Multi Window
● View all: See all available Quick settings, adjust screen brightness, and more. ● Clear all: Clear all notifications. ● Notification cards: View details about notifications. ● Quick settings: Quickly enable or disable a feature. Notification Panel Quick Settings The Quick settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used settings options.
Page 53: Customize The Home Screen
3. Tap an app shortcut to add it to the split screen view. Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon. Window Controls Use Window controls to switch windows, drag and drop content, minimize or maximize windows, or to close a window.
Page 54: Add Shortcuts To The Home Screen
 You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, swipe up to access Apps. Tap Settings > Wallpapers and themes > Wallpapers. 2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper, and then select:  Home screen to set the background wallpaper for your home screen. Lock screen to set the wallpaper for your phone’s lock screen.
Page 55: Add Widgets To The Home Screen
Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Facebook status windows, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
Page 56  To add more apps, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it to the folder. Change Folder Names Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display. 1. From home, tap the folder to open it, and then tap the folder name. 2.
Page 57: Phone App
Phone App The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
Page 58: Call Emergency Numbers
2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number.  As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number. 3.
Page 59: Answer Phone Calls
To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen. 2. From home, tap Phone > Keypad 3. Tap 9-1-1, and tap Dial  As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E 9-1-1 emergency location services where available.
Page 60 Answer an Incoming Call 1. When a call arrives, slide Answer to the right to answer it.  The call begins. 2. To end the call, tap End  The call ends. Mute the Ringing Sound To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do either of the following: ●...
Page 61: Reject An Incoming Call
Reject an Incoming Call ■ When a call arrives, slide Reject to the left to reject it.  The ringtone or vibration will stop and the call will be sent directly to voicemail. Reject a Call and Send a Text Message You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller.
Page 62: In-Call Screen Layout And Operations
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations While you are on a call, you will see a number of options. In-Call Screen Layout ■ Tap options to activate them during a call.  Add call: Tap to initiate a conference call (3-way call). ...
Page 63: Place Calls From Contacts/Call Logs
 Keypad/Hide: Toggle the appearance of the onscreen keypad. Show the keypad to enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code. • For example: When you call your bank’s 800 number, use the keypad to enter your account number and PIN. ...
Page 64: Call From Call Log
3. Tap a contact. to call the entry’s default number. 4. Tap Call  The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers. 5. To end the call, tap End  The call ends. Tip: You can also place a call directly from the Contacts list. Swipe the entry you want to call from left to right to place a call to the entry’s primary number.
Page 65: Optional Services
4. Tap Call to place a call.  The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.  For additional options, tap Details 5. To end the call, tap End  The call ends. Tip: You can also place a call directly from the call log list. Swipe the entry you want to call from left to right to place a call.
Page 66: Set Up Visual Voicemail
2. Touch and hold the 1 key to dial your voicemail number.  Your phone dials the voicemail access number. 3. Follow the system prompts to:  Create your passcode.  Record your name announcement.  Record your greeting. Important: Voicemail Passcode – It is strongly recommended that you create a passcode when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access.
Page 67: Review Visual Voicemail
Important: Voicemail Passcode – It is strongly recommended that you create a passcode when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a passcode, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. Review Visual Voicemail Visual voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review.
Page 68: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
• Archive message: Save this message. • Upgrade to premium: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service. This service requires an additional monthly charge. • Help: View help topics for Visual Voicemail. • Settings: Customize your Visual Voicemail settings. 4. Touch and hold a message to manage your messages. The following options are available: ...
Page 69: Change Your Main Greeting
Change Your Main Greeting Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail 2. Tap More options >...
Page 70: Call Waiting
Call Waiting When you are on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you are on a call: ■...
Page 71: Conference Calling
Conference Calling With conference calling, also known as 3-way calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. 1. On the Phone screen, enter a number and tap Dial (or place a call from Log or Contacts).
Page 72: Call Forwarding
Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected. Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off.
Page 73 Setting Description Manage a list of automatically blocked phone numbers, and create or Block numbers edit messages to block incoming calls. Compose or edit response messages to send when declining incoming Quick decline messages calls. Answer calls by pressing the Home key or using voice commands. End Answering and ending calls calls by pressing the Power/Lock key or using voice commands.
Page 74 Setting Description ● Avatar: Configure your Avatar settings. ● Display: Configure your display name. ● Help/Info: View application help topics. ● Voicemail settings Preferences: Change applications preferences. ● Sound: Change sound/speakerphone options. ● Updates: Check for software update. ● About Voicemail: View software information about this app. Use the Call Settings Menu 1.
Page 75: Tty Mode
TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission.
Page 76: Contacts
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period or left uncharged.
Page 77 Google Account.  Select Samsung account if you want to save contacts to your Samsung account; these will be synced automatically with your Samsung account online. 4. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.
Page 78: Save A Phone Number
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add on the right side of the entry field. 5. When you have finished adding information, tap Save.  The contact is added. Save a Phone Number You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad. 1.
Page 79: View Contacts
View Contacts View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts  You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to view quick options.  to dial the contact’s default phone number. Tap Call ...
Page 80: Edit A Contact
Item Description Search Search contacts. Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 81: Favorites
Favorites The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts entries. Mark Contacts as Favorites 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to select it. 4. Tap Details 5.
Page 82: Send A Message To A Group
 Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group.  Tap Group ringtone to select a ringtone for notifications for incoming calls from group members. 4. Tap Add member and select a member or members to add to the new group, and then tap Done.
Page 83: Share A Contact
4. Tap the check boxes next to the members you want to include in the email, or tap the All check box to send the email to all members, and then tap Done. 5. Continue to choose an email account, or Gmail, and then enter your email and send it. For more information, see Create and Send an Email Message Create and Send a Gmail...
Page 84  When sharing a contact as a.vcf file, the following sharing methods are available: • Android Beam: Send the information using NFC and Android Beam. • Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending using Bluetooth. •...
Page 85: Profile Sharing
• OneDrive: Save the information to your OneDrive account. • OneNote: Save the contact to your OneNote account. • Save to Drive: Save the information to your Google Drive account. • Wi-Fi Direct: Send the information to another device using Wi-Fi Direct. See Wi-Fi Direct.
Page 86: Import Contacts
Shared information: In addition to your name, status, and profile picture, you can share your email, organization, address, and date of birth.  Back up profile: Back up and restore your profile using your Samsung account.  Registered information: View and set the registered information for your phone number.
Page 87: Back Up Contacts
2. Tap More options > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Import and follow the prompts to complete the import.  The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account. Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can manually back them up to your device for re-import if needed.
Page 88: Contacts Settings
 Merge duplicate contacts: Merge duplicate contact entries into one contact.  Move device contacts to: Move contacts saved on your device to your Google or Samsung accounts.  Contacts to display: Choose contacts to display in Contacts. You can choose only contacts from your phone’s memory, or from an account, or choose other sources.
Page 89  Show Frequently contacted: Show frequently contacted contacts at the beginning of the contact list.  Share multiple contacts: You can choose how to transfer contacts, when sharing them with other devices, such as using Bluetooth. • As one file: Multiple contacts are sent together. This method can be faster, but depends on whether the target device can accept multiple name cards.
Page 90: Messaging And Internet
Messaging and Internet With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone.
Page 91: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)
6. Tap the Enter message field and then start composing your message. 7. When done, tap Send to send the text message. Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar).
Page 92: Create A Slideshow
 Other: Select from the following sources: • Image: Attach a stored picture. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. • Video: Attach a stored video. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. • Audio: Attach a stored music file or voice recording. •...
Page 93: Use Enhanced Messaging
5. When you have finished composing the multimedia message, tap Send Tip: To compose a slide show, you can also simply attach multiple items separately to the MMS message. Tap Attachment and select a file type, location, and file and then repeat it for additional slides.
Page 94 Send an Enhanced Message 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. On the Messaging screen, tap Compose  The Compose screen opens. 3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:  Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipients field. If you are sending the message to several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma.
Page 95 4. Tap the Enter message field, and then start composing your message. 5. Tap Attachment and select from the following file attachments:  Camera: Take a new picture.  Gallery: Attach a picture from the Gallery app.  Other: select from the following sources: •...
Page 96: Save And Resume A Draft Message
Save and Resume a Draft Message While composing a text or multimedia message, tap Back to automatically save your message as a draft. To resume composing the message: 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. Tap the message to resume editing it. 3.
Page 97: Reply To A Message
View a Multimedia Message (MMS) 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. On the Messaging screen, tap a multimedia message or conversation to open it. 3. Tap the attachment to open it.  If the attachment is a vCard contact, it is imported to your phone’s contacts list. For more information, see Contacts.
Page 98: Messages Settings
Delete Conversations 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. On the Messaging screen, tap More > Delete. 3. Select the conversations you want to delete. 4. Tap Delete and then tap Delete to confirm. Any locked messages will not be deleted. Tip: You can also delete a conversation while you are viewing it.
Page 99 • Vibrations when sound plays: Choose whether vibration plays along with the sound for new message notifications. • Pop-up display: Choose whether a new message pops up on the display to notify you. • Preview message: Show previews of new messages on the status bar and lock screens, and in pop-ups.
Page 100: Create And Send Gmail
Important: The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS) system provides the government the ability to send geographically targeted notifications of emergencies, such as threats to public safety, severe weather events, a hazardous material spill or a missing child in the phone user’s area. •...
Page 101 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send  The Gmail message is sent. Gmail Composition Options ● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap More in the To field to view the Cc and Bcc fields.
Page 102: Check Received Gmail Messages
Check Received Gmail Messages Your phone allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages. Open New Gmail Messages When new Gmail arrives, you will see New Gmail in the status bar. 1. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel. 2.
Page 103: Manage Gmail Messages
2. Tap the message thread you want to view.  The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages ● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your reply message, and tap Send ...
Page 104 3. Tap a label for the thread.  The thread is added to the selected label. Archive Gmail Threads Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the Inbox. When replies arrive for archived threads, they appear in the Inbox again. 1.
Page 105 Delete Gmail Threads If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the Inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Delete ...
Page 106 4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your phone and then tap Sync now. 5. Tap Finish setup.  You are signed in to your Google Account, and you can access both of your Gmail accounts from the Gmail app.
Page 107: Gmail Settings
Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail  The Primary Inbox opens. 2. Tap Menu > Settings Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.
Page 108: Add An Email Account
1. From home, tap Apps > Email  A popup window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set 2. Follow the prompts to set up your email account.  The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email. Add an Email Account You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your phone.
Page 109 2. Tap Menu > Settings 3. Tap Add account 4. Follow the prompts to complete the account setup.  The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account. Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings >...
Page 110: Add An Exchange Activesync Account
 Tapping Sign in prompts your phone to attempt a "regular" email setup and test the incoming and outgoing servers.  If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc. 3.
Page 111: Create And Send An Email Message
Create and Send an Email Message Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 112: Open Email Messages
Open Email Messages You can open and read email messages directly from the email Inbox. Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email Inbox opens. 2.
Page 113: Delete An Email Account
● Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply or Reply all compose your reply message, and tap Send. ● Forwarding Email Messages: With the email message open, tap Forward , enter a recipient and an additional message, and tap Send. Delete an Email Account You can delete an email account from your phone if you no longer wish to receive messages for the account on your phone.
Page 114: Delete An Email Message
2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different Inbox, or tap Combined inbox to see all your email Inboxes at once. Refresh an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time.
Page 115: Exchange Activesync Email Features
To add priority senders: 1. On the email account Inbox, tap the Inbox name at the top of the screen and then tap VIPs. 2. Tap Tap to add VIPs. 3. Select a contact to add it as a priority sender. To view only emails from priority senders: ■...
Page 116: Email Settings
• Folder sync settings: Select which email folders to sync with the server. • Period to sync Calendar: Set the time period for syncing your calendar with the server. • Empty server trash: Delete the content of the trash folder on the server. •...
Page 117 Manage Email Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. Note: Available settings depend on the type of email account. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 118: Browser
 Sync Contacts: Choose whether contacts are synchronized between your phone and the account.  Sync Calendar: Choose whether calendar events are synchronized between your phone and the account.  Sync Task: Choose whether tasks are synchronized between your phone and the account. ...
Page 119 ■ From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens.  The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Boost home page.  You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or Gmail message.
Page 120: Add A Bookmark
Add a Bookmark Bookmark favorite sites using the browser menu options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Bookmarks > Add.  The add bookmark window opens. 3.
Page 121: View Browser History
View Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history. 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap Bookmarks  The bookmark window opens.  If you do not see Bookmarks , pull down the Web page to display the address bar. 3.
Page 122: Open New Browser Tabs
Open New Browser Tabs Use tabbed browsing to switch between websites quickly and easily. 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap Tabs  The tabs window opens.  If you do not see Tabs , drag the Web page down to display the address bar.
Page 123: Browser Settings
Browser Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap More options > Settings to configure options:  Homepage: Choose a homepage to display when you launch Internet.  Default search engine: Choose a default search engine. ...
Page 124: Facebook
2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address (URL).  The search results appear or a Web page opens. Chrome Support ■ To find on-phone help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap More options >...
Page 125: Hangouts
Hangouts Meet friends and family online, share photos, host video calls, and send SMS and Hangouts messages. Log in to a Google Account beforehand (see Google Account). Using Hangouts 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Hangouts  The Hangouts app will open. 2.
Page 126: Messenger
Messenger Reach out to your friends and family with Facebook Messenger, which works just like texting. A data plan is required to use Messenger. 1. From home, tap Apps > Social > Messenger 2. Follow the prompts to log in with your Facebook account. See Facebook. Messaging and Internet...
Page 127: Camera And Video
Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Learn About Your Phone’s Camera For an overview of your phone's camera and its features, you can access more information through the phone's settings menu.
Page 128: Take Pictures And Record Videos
2. Tap Settings > Help, and tap a topic to learn more. Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera. Capturing Pictures/Videos ● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG or RAW format. ●...
Page 129: Take A Picture
Take a Picture You can take high-resolution pictures using your phone’s camera. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Capture picture  The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your phone. Viewfinder Screen The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
Page 130: Record Videos
● HDR (Rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture. ● Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. Toggle through flash options—on, auto, or off (rear camera only). ● Camera settings: Opens the camera settings menu and lets you change additional camera settings.
Page 131: Shooting Modes
Shooting Modes Your phone’s camera offers many shooting modes, to make your pictures or videos special. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera 2. The camera viewfinder appears. 3. On the Camera screen, swipe to the right for the Mode options. Each section indicates which camera (front or rear) the modes are available for.
Page 132: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery
 Front camera • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect. • Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures. View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your phone’s camera, downloaded, or copied into your phone memory.
Page 133: Edit Pictures
 When viewing pictures and videos, you can tap an image to open a selection menu and choose what to do with the picture or video. Pictures and Videos: Review Screen After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image to see the item in the review screen.
Page 134 3. Tap Auto adjust.  The picture's color, brightness, and saturation are automatically enhanced, and the picture is saved to the phone. Rotate a Picture The editing options let you rotate pictures 90 degrees clockwise. Repeat the action for additional rotations.
Page 135: Crop A Picture
Crop a Picture Use the editing tools to crop your pictures. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2. Tap the picture you want to crop. 3. Tap Edit > Transform.  A crop box appears on the picture. 4.
Page 136: Photo Editor
5. Tap Apply to apply the changes to the picture.  The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture remains unedited. Photo Editor Perform advanced edits on your pictures, including straightening, adjusting the tone, adding visual effects, and enhancing portraits.
Page 137: Share Pictures And Videos
4. Adjust your picture with these tools:  Transform: Straighten and freely rotate your picture.  Tone: Adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, temperature, and hue of the picture.  Effect: Add color effects to your picture.  Decoration: Draw or write on your picture. Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages.
Page 138: Send A Picture Or Video By Multimedia Message
4. Tap Share, and then on the Share menu, tap Email or Gmail. 5. Follow the prompts to complete and send the message. Note: If you selected Email and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Create and Send an Email Message Create...
Page 139: Send Pictures Or Videos Using Bluetooth
4. Tap Share, and then on the Share menu, tap Messages. 5. Follow the prompts to complete and send the message. For more information about sending multimedia messages, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS). Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer using Bluetooth.
Page 140: Share Pictures Or Videos Using Additional Apps Or Social Media
4. Tap Share, and then on the Share menu, tap Bluetooth. 5. Follow the prompts to complete and send the files. For more information, see Bluetooth. Share Pictures or Videos Using Additional Apps or Social Media From Gallery, you can share your pictures and videos from a variety of apps and social media sites, such as Facebook, Hangouts, Instagram, and more.
Page 141: Share Videos On Youtube
4. Tap Share, and then tap the app you want to use. 5. Follow the prompts to complete the share. Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your phone.
Page 142: Camera Settings
4. Tap Share, and then on the Share menu, tap YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap Upload  The upload is completed. Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
Page 143: Set Camera Functions
Set Camera Functions You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event. 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Settings  The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings. ...
Page 144: Live Broadcast
• Help: View information on using the camera.  Rear camera • Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory. • Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
Page 145 Live Broadcast Options The following options are available: ● Rear/Front: Choose which camera to record from. ● Invite: Invite contacts to view your live broadcast by sending them a link. ● Settings: Set your privacy settings, Video size, Auto save, and manage your account. ●...
Page 146 Share a Broadcast You can share your live broadcast with contacts before recording, or share the link after you have finished recording and it has been posted to YouTube. To invite contacts: 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2.
Page 147 2. Tap Mode > Live broadcast. 3. Tap Settings and select an option to customize:  Account: Select a Google Account for Live broadcast.  Privacy: Choose either to have your videos unlisted where only friends with a link can view them, or public where anyone can view them.
Page 148: Apps And Features
Apps and Features The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more. 1Weather Receive real-time local weather information at any location in the world. Access 7-day and hourly weather forecasts for your area.
Page 149: Boost Music
Boost Music Use Boost Music to discover millions of DRM-free music tracks, ringtones, and ringback tones from Boost’s official music store and player. ■ From home, tap Apps > Boost Music boostTV Use boostTV to watch live and on demand entertainment from popular broadcast and cable networks, news channels and primetime TV shows.
Page 150: Add An Event To The Calendar
Add an Event to the Calendar Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap Add  The add event window opens. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Save. ...
Page 151: View Calendar Events
Select My calendars to create an event that will appear only on your phone. ● Select Samsung Calendar to save events to your Samsung account. ● Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event.
Page 152: Sync Calendars
Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you would like to sync on your phone, along with what types of information you want to sync. 1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap More options >...
Page 153: Calendar Settings
Note: If Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync doesn’t appear under the Accounts heading in the Settings menu, you do not have an Exchange ActiveSync account configured on the phone. For information about adding an account, see Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account. Calendar Settings Configure settings for your phone’s Calendar app.
Page 154: Clock
Clock Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, or set a timer. Check the Time You can check the phone any time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar.
Page 155: Additional Clock Features
Additional Clock Features Your phone’s clock app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display. ■ From home, tap Apps > Clock  The Clock appears. World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
Page 156: Drive
From home, tap Apps > Gadget Guardian Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone. Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps. ■ From home, tap Apps > Galaxy Apps...
Page 157 View Maps of Specified Places Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1. From home, tap Apps > Maps  Google Maps opens.  If prompted, follow the prompts to accept terms of use. 2. Tap the Search here field to start a search. 3.
Page 158: Google Play Books
Google Play Books Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest selection of eBooks and read them anywhere you like—on a tablet, phone, eReader, or the Web. Visit support.google.com/googleplay to learn more.
Page 159: Play Music With Google Play
Play Music with Google Play 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. To view additional music options, tap Menu and select an option (Listen now, Top charts, New releases, Music library, Browse stations, or Shop).
Page 160: Google Play Music Screen Layout
Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen. Feature Description Music list View current playlist or queue. Options menu Access the options menu. Music image/album name Display music images and album names (if available). Shuffle playlist Shuffle the current playlist or queue.
Page 161: Create Playlists In Google Play Music
Feature Description Repeat/play next Repeat the current song or play the next song queued. Music title/artist Displays music title and artist (if available). Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 162: Google Play Newsstand
Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist ■ From the player view, tap More options > Add to playlist > [playlist name].  The music is added to the playlist. Google Play Newsstand With Google Play Newsstand, discover more of the news and magazines you care about all in one app on your Android tablet or phone.
Page 163: Hancom Office S
(Hanshow). In addition to opening, editing, and saving MS Office documents, Hancom Office S supports standard ODF files and quick and easy conversion to the PDF file format. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Hancom Office S Memo Organize your life by creating, editing, and managing memos.
Page 164: Play Music
Play Music 1. From home, tap Apps > Music  The music app opens to the Playlists category. • The default categories are Playlists, Tracks, Albums, Artists, Genres, Folders, and Composers. Tap the drop-down list at the upper left corner and tap a category to display it.
Page 165: My Boost
Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. To view files in My Files: 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > My Files 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. Apps and Features...
Page 166 Internal storage: View folders and files located on the device. ● Cloud storage  Samsung Cloud Drive: Use a Samsung account for cloud storage.  Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud storage. Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to.
Page 167: Nextradio
NextRadio Listen to your favorite FM radio stations on the go with NextRadio. Tune in to any FM frequency in your area and listen to the radio without the cost of streaming music. ■ From home, tap Apps > NextRadio Note: To listen to radio from your device, you must plug in either headphones or a speaker cable to the headphone jack.
Page 168: S Voice
S Voice Use the S Voice voice recognition application to activate a wide variety of functions on your phone. This is a natural language recognition application. You can ask questions (Is it raining in Dallas?) or speak commands (Show me where to find cheap gas). 1.
Page 169: Samsung Health
Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Next.  Sign in to your Samsung account if you have not already done so. You must sign in to a Samsung account to set and save goals, and use other advanced Samsung Health features.
Page 170 Before You Start Exercising This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions: ●...
Page 171: Samsung Pay
> Samsung Pay 2. Tap Start and follow the prompts. Note: You must log in to your Samsung account or create a new Samsung account to use Samsung Pay. Simple Pay Access Samsung Pay from the Screen off, Lock Screen or Home screen using Simple Pay.
Page 172: Samsung
2. Scroll down to “Gift cards” and click the See all 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 173: Video
Video View videos on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Video 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your phone. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. Tap a video to view it. Use Pop-Up Play Multitask with Pop-Up Play by transforming your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen.
Page 174: Voice Recorder
The Voice recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately share it. Recording time will vary based on the available memory within the phone. Make a Voice Recording From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder Tap an option at the top to choose the appropriate recording mode: ...
Page 175 To mark a spot in the recording so you can find it later, tap Bookmark Play Back a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap List. 3. Tap a recording to play it back.
Page 176 Share a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap List, and then touch and hold on a recording to display options. 3. Tap Share, and then follow the prompts to choose a sharing method.
Page 177: Voice Recorder Options
Rename: Change the name of the voice recording. • Move: Move the recording to a different category. Voice Recorder Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap List to view a list of recordings. 3. Tap More options for options: ...
Page 178: Youtube
Delete a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap List, and then touch and hold on a recording to select it. 3. Tap Delete > Delete. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos from your device.
Page 179 Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube ...
Page 180: Connectivity
Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
Page 181: Wi-Fi
 Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the phone.  Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it. 2.
Page 182 2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again. 4.
Page 183: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi.  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. ...
Page 184: Wi-Fi Direct
3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget.  Wi-Fi is disconnected.  After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to reconnect. Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply using Wi-Fi, without an access point or using the Internet.
Page 185 Set Up Hotspot 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Hotspot and tethering > Hotspot.  The Hotspot window opens. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.  Hotspot is enabled.  To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again. Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply.
Page 186: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet.
Page 187 To enable Bluetooth 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections 2. Tap Bluetooth.  The Bluetooth settings open. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on.  Bluetooth is enabled.  To disable Bluetooth, tap On/Off again. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notification panel. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Page 188: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth devices can be connected simply. ■ Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand. To pair Bluetooth devices: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings >...
Page 189: Connect To A Paired Bluetooth Device
Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It is the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free devices.
Page 190: Send Information Using Bluetooth
Send Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a phone or notebook computer. Types of Data You Can Send Using Bluetooth You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: ●...
Page 191: Receive Information Using Bluetooth
Receive Information Using Bluetooth Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. When another device attempts to send a file to your phone using Bluetooth, you will see a request to accept the file.
Page 192 3. Tap Bluetooth tethering.  Tethering is turned on, and your phone’s Internet connection can be shared with a connected device.  For Bluetooth tethering, pair your phone with the other device using Bluetooth. Connectivity...
Page 193: Settings
Manage applications, default apps, and system processes. Apps Lock screen and Set your phone’s lock screen options. Set security features such as device administrators, encryption, and trusted credentials. security Set up accounts such as Samsung, Google, and more. Cloud and accounts Settings...
Page 194: Access Settings
Category Description Configure Google settings. Google Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid Accessibility compatibility, etc. General management Configure your phone’s language and input options, set the date and time, and report diagnostic information. Update your system’s software, PRL, and Profile. System updates View tips and guidelines for using your phone.
Page 195: Wi-Fi Settings Menu
Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap Settings Wi-Fi Settings Menu The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.
Page 196 Connect to a Wi-Fi Network via WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a wireless network connection between your phone and a router. To connect using a WPS button: 1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap Advanced > WPS push button. 2.
Page 197: Bluetooth Settings
 Wi-Fi control history: View which apps have turned Wi-Fi on or off most recently.  MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to some secured networks (not configurable).  IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable). Bluetooth Settings Your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and files, and more.
Page 198: Phone Visibility
 If the target device does not appear, tap Scan to search again.  This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled. ● Change the name of a paired device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, tap Rename, enter a new name, and tap Rename. ...
Page 199: Data Usage Settings
2. Tap Phone visibility. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on visibility. Data Usage Settings The data usage menu lets you view your phone’s mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits, restrict hotspot usage, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 200: Airplane Mode Settings
3. Data usage settings operations:  Usage: View mobile data usage for the current billing cycle.  Data saver: Reduce data usage by preventing some apps from sending or receiving data in the background, or by reducing the frequency of data access by apps in use. ...
Page 201: Nfc And Payment
NFC and Payment NFC and payment uses the Near-Field Communication (NFC) feature of your phone. You can send information using NFC, including payment through mobile payment services at businesses that support this function. Access NFC and Payment 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 202 Tap and Pay With your phone and a payment app (such as Samsung Pay), you can use your phone to pay for items by tapping it to an item at the point-of-purchase. You must have a payment app set up on your phone to use it with Tap and Pay.
Page 203: Mobile Networks Settings
3. Tap Tap and pay.  Tap and pay payment apps you have installed are display.  Available options depend on the payment app(s) you have set up on your phone. Mobile Networks Settings The Mobile networks settings menu allows you to configure your mobile network connections. Set options for network selection and data service.
Page 204: Location
 Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Available options depend on your phone’s features, but may include: CDMA, LTE / CDMA, GSM / UMTS, and Automatic (the recommended setting).  Access Point Names: View, configure, and add access point names (APNs) for your phone’s data connection.
Page 205: Location Services
5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location:  Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.  Bluetooth scanning: Allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth, even when Bluetooth is turned off.
Page 206: More Connection Settings
2. Tap Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap Google location history and sign in to your Google Account for more options. More Connection Settings The more connection settings menu provides access to additional connection options, such as Nearby device scanning, Printing, MirrorLink, and VPN.
Page 207: Nearby Device Scanning
Access More Connection Settings Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections 2. Tap More connection settings. 3. Set items.  Your settings are saved and implemented. Nearby Device Scanning Scan for and connect to nearby devices. You will receive notifications when there are available devices to connect to.
Page 208: Printing
 The Nearby device scanning screen displays. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. Printing You can print from your phone, via Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your phone and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer, you must add and set it up on your phone.
Page 209: Mirrorlink
Set Up a Printer Add a printer to a print service and configure settings. Note: Below settings are examples only. Available settings will differ depending on the type of print service and printer you are using. 1. From the Printing settings screen, select a print service from the list. 2.
Page 210: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network.
Page 211: Add A Vpn Connection
4. Tap Back to return to the main settings menu, and then tap Other security settings. 5. Swipe down to View security certificates, User certificates, or Install from device storage, and then tap your preferred system and user credentials.  Your secure credentials storage is set. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network.
Page 212: Connect To Or Disconnect From A Vpn
3. Tap Add VPN, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.  Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options.  Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator.
Page 213: Connect To A Vpn
Connect to a VPN 1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. 2. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect.  You will connect to the selected VPN. ...
Page 214: Hotspot And Tethering Settings
Hotspot and Tethering Settings Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices. For more information, see Hotspot. Hotspot Settings Use Hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 215: Tethering Settings
● Set Hotspot password: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure Hotspot > Password, enter a password, and then tap Save. ● Set allowed devices: To select which devices are allowed to connect to the Hotspot, in the Hotspot window, tap More options >...
Page 216: Sounds And Vibration Settings
Sounds and Vibration Settings The sounds and vibration settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio and vibration. Sounds and Vibration Settings Overview The sounds and vibration settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Sound Setting Description Set the sound mode for the phone. ●...
Page 217 Keyboard sound Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Keyboard vibration Set the phone to vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Sound quality and effects Set sound quality and sound effects for your phone. Access Sound Settings 1.
Page 218: Sound Mode
Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Sound mode, and then choose a mode:  Sound: Your phone uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
Page 219: Vibrate While Ringing
Vibrate While Ringing Set the phone to vibrate while ringing. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap On/Off next to Vibrate while ringing to enable the feature. Settings...
Page 220: Volume
Volume Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other media. Note: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2.
Page 221: Vibration Intensity
Vibration Intensity Set the vibration intensity for incoming calls, notifications, and vibration feedback. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Vibration intensity. 4. Use the sliders to set the intensity of vibration for: ...
Page 222: Ringtones And Sounds
Ringtones and Sounds Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Ringtone to select a default ringtone. Add a Ringtone When you select a ringtone, you can add a custom ringtone. 1.
Page 223: Vibration Pattern
3. Tap Ringtone, scroll to the bottom of the list, and then tap Add from device storage 4. Select a source for the ringtone.  You will see a list of compatible songs or audio files. To load music on your phone, see Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer.
Page 224: Notification Sound
Notification Sound Set the default notification sound and notification sounds for apps such as Messages, Calendar, and Email. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Notification sound to set options:  Default notification sound: Set the default sound for notifications. ...
Page 225: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2.
Page 226 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Do not disturb. 4. Tap Turn on as scheduled, and set the Days, Start time, and End time. Allow Exceptions This option lets you customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode. 1.
Page 227 4. Tap Allow exceptions, and then tap one of the following options: • No exceptions: Allow no exceptions. • Alarms only: Allow exceptions for alarms. • Custom: Set your own exceptions. Notification Pop-ups Configure notifications that pop up on your screen while your device is in Do not disturb mode. 1.
Page 228: System Sounds
System Sounds Set various other system sound options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap On/Off to enable each option:  Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. ...
Page 229: Key-Tap Feedback
3. To On/Off to enable each option:  Dialing keypad tones: Play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.  Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped.  Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Settings...
Page 230: Sound Quality And Effects
Sound Quality and Effects Select options for sound quality while headphones or compatible Bluetooth headsets or speakers are connected. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Sound quality and effects. 4. Tap Equalizer and choose a setting, or tap Advanced or Basic to customize your sound settings.
Page 231: Notifications Settings
Notifications Settings The following topics cover your phone’s Notifications settings options. Access Connection Settings 1. From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Notifications 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. 4. Tap Advanced to configure more notification options for individual apps. Display Settings Use the phone's display settings menu to adjust items such as wallpaper, brightness, screen timeout, and more.
Page 232 Display Setting Description Select a screen display mode to optimize it for the content being Screen mode displayed. Set the screen zoom, font size, and font style for all text displayed on Screen zoom and font the screen Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, Home screen folders, and using wallpapers.
Page 233: Brightness
Access Display Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Display 3. Set your display options.  Your display settings are saved and applied. Brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power.
Page 234: Blue Light Filter
2. Customize options under Brightness:  Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level.  Tap Auto adjust brightness to allow the device to adjust brightness automatically based on the lighting conditions. Note: You can also control Brightness from the Notification panel. Blue Light Filter Use Blue light filter at night to help you sleep better.
Page 235: Screen Mode
Screen Mode Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Tap Screen mode. 3. Tap Adaptive display if you want your device to automatically optimize the display to match the type of image displayed and other criteria, such as battery level.
Page 236: Screen Zoom And Font
Screen Zoom and Font You can set the screen zoom, font size, and font style for all text that is displayed on the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Tap Screen zoom and font.  Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust screen zoom.
Page 237: Home Screen Settings
Home Screen Settings Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. To customize Home screen: 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Tap Home screen. For more information, see Customize the Home Screen.
Page 238: Easy Mode
Easy Mode Easy mode provides a simpler experience using your phone, with a simpler home screen layout and simpler app interactions. If you are a first-time smartphone user, or just to want to simplify the operation of your phone, you can turn on Easy mode at any time. 1.
Page 239: Icon Frames
Return to Standard Mode You can use the Easy mode Settings menu to return to Standard mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Tap Easy mode. 3. Tap Standard mode, and then tap Done. Icon Frames You can show icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen.
Page 240: Led Indicator
3. Choose one of the following options:  Icons only: Show icons only.  Icons with frames: Show icons with shaded backgrounds. 4. Tap Done, and confirm when prompted. LED Indicator Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications. 1.
Page 241: Screen Timeout
Screen Timeout Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Display 2. Tap Screen timeout. 3. Choose a time period. Screen Saver Screen saver controls what is displayed on the screen when the device is charging. You can choose to display colors or photos.
Page 242: Keep Screen Turned Off
3. Tap On/Off to enable Screen saver. 4. Configure options:  Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.  Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table. Tap Settings for options.  Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. Tap Settings for options.
Page 243: Applications Settings
Applications Settings View information and configure settings for all apps on your phone. Access Applications Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Apps 2. Tap on an app to view and configure its settings.  Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or disable the app, clear cache and data, and more.
Page 244: Application Options
Application Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Apps 2. If you have disabled applications:  Tap All apps at the top left of the screen.  Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled. 3. Tap More options to configure the following: ...
Page 245: Manage Apps
Manage Apps You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Apps 2. Tap an application to view and update information about the application. The following options are displayed: ...
Page 246: Default Applications
Default Applications Set or clear default applications for certain built-in features of the phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Apps > More options > Default apps. 2. Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default. ...
Page 247: Advanced Features
Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up the phone and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device.
Page 248: Wallpapers And Themes
 Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to your ear.  Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages.
Page 249: Themes
Note: Tap Motion effect to allow the wallpaper to shift slightly as you move the device, creating a 3D effect. Themes Themes are packages of visual content that provide different wallpapers and icons for your phone. Change the Theme 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 250: Icons
Icons Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. Change Icons 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpapers and themes > Icons. 2. Tap an icon set to view a preview of the icons.  Tap View all to see all available icon sets. 3.
Page 251: Lock Screen And Security Settings
Notifications Show content and notifications on the lock screen. Fingerprints Register your fingerprint on your phone. Samsung Pass Use biometric authentication to verify your identity. Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google Unknown sources Play store app.
Page 252: Screen Lock
Access Lock Screen and Security Options ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The lock screen and security menu opens. Screen Lock You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, enter the correct password, or scan your fingerprint to unlock the phone’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.
Page 253 Access Screen Lock Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Lock screen and security  The lock screen and security menu opens. 2. Tap Screen lock type.  The Screen lock settings menu opens. Use Swipe to Unlock the Screen ■...
Page 254: Disable The Screen Lock
Use a Screen Unlock Password 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Password. 2. Enter a password with at least 4 characters, including at least one letter, tap Continue, and then enter your password again to confirm it.  The screen lock is set. Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the screen unlock password (highest security).
Page 255: Device Security
Make passwords visible: Display password characters briefly as you type them.  Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.  Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.  Device administrators: Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
Page 256: Accessibility Settings
Accessibility Settings The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following Accessibility options may be configured: Accessibility Option Description Vision Configure accessibility features for vision. Hearing Configure accessibility features for hearing and sounds. Configure accessibility features for handling and interactions with the Dexterity and interaction phone.
Page 257: Vision Accessibility Settings
Access Accessibility Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility 2. Set available accessibility options.  Your accessibility settings are applied and saved. Vision Accessibility Settings Your phone offers many features to assist users who are blind or low-vision. 1.
Page 258: Hearing Accessibility Settings
High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background.  High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background. ...
Page 259: Dexterity And Interaction Settings
Dexterity and Interaction Settings Your phone offers many features to improve accessibility related to the way you interact with touch and movement. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility 2. Tap Dexterity and interaction to configure options:  Universal switch: Use customizable switches to interact with your phone and to select items on the screen.
Page 260: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
 Interaction control: Control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. To turn Interaction control on or off at any time, press and hold the Home key and the down Volume key at the same time. When Interaction control is on, you can use motions to control your phone, and screen timeout is turned on.
Page 261: Cloud And Accounts
> Cloud and accounts 2. Tap Samsung cloud.  If a Samsung account has not been added, tap Create account and follow the prompts. 3. From the Samsung cloud menu, the following options are available:  Manage cloud storage: View how much cloud storage your data is using.
Page 262: Accounts
Settings: Limit syncing data to when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Receive push notifications. Remove your Samsung account. • FAQ: Go to the Customer Support website for Samsung Cloud information. • Contact us: Go to the Customer Support website and submit a question online.
Page 263: Backup And Restore
Backup and Restore Option Description Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other Backup settings settings to your Samsung account. When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be Restore restored from your Samsung account. Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other Back up my data settings to your Google Account.
Page 264 ● Performing a factory data reset erases all data on the phone. It is recommended that you back up important data before performing a factory data reset. ● Erased information cannot be restored. Only erase data after you are sure you have saved everything you need.
Page 265 Backup settings: Enable back up of your phone log, messages and more through your Samsung account.  Restore: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data. Google Account Backup Settings Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 266: Google Settings
2. Tap Backup and restore. 3. Configure these options:  Back up my data: Enable back up of application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.  Backup account: Select a Google Account to be used as your backup account. ...
Page 267: General Management Settings
Date and time: Configure date and time settings.  Report diagnostic info: Choose to send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when it experiences technical issues.  Reset: Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults.
Page 268: Language And Input Settings
Language and Input Settings Your phone’s language and input settings let you select a language for the phone’s menus and keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your phone’s mouse/trackpad options. Language and Input Settings Overview You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu: Language and Input Setting Description...
Page 269: Date And Time Settings
3. Set options.  The language and input settings are applied and saved. Select the Default Language for Your Phone 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > General management 2. Tap Language and input > Language. 3. Tap Add language 4.
Page 270: Report Diagnostic Info
Date and Time Options Description Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date and time Set time option is disabled). Select time zone Set the time zone manually (only when Automatic time zone is disabled). Use 24-hour format Enable or disable 24-hour time format. Access Date and Time Options 1.
Page 271 2. Tap Reset. 3. Tap Reset settings. 4. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 5. From home, tap Apps > Settings > General management 1.
Page 272: Factory Data Reset
Factory Data Reset Reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files.
Page 273: Auto Restart
Note: Unless you removed all Google Accounts from the phone before performing the Factory data reset, you will need to sign in to the Google Account that was previously assigned to the phone to complete setup. Auto Restart Optimize your phone by restarting it automatically at set times. The phone only restarts if it is not in use and battery power is more than 30 percent.
Page 274: Device Maintenance Settings
Device Maintenance Settings Device maintenance provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. Device Maintenance Settings Overview You can set the following options in the Device Maintenance Settings menu: Device Maintenance Setting Description Optimize Now...
Page 275: Battery Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device maintenance 2. Tap Optimize now. Battery Settings Monitor your phone’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming your battery’s charge and at what percentage. You can also display the battery charge remaining as a percentage on the status bar.
Page 276: Storage Settings
 App power monitor: Put apps to sleep so that they do not use battery power when not in use. Tap Save power to enable.  Unmonitored apps: Add apps that will be put to sleep.  More options > Advanced settings: Configure advanced battery settings. Storage Settings The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your phone.
Page 277 Access Storage Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device maintenance 2. Tap Storage. 3. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your phone’s memory. Tap an item for more information. Note: Tap Clean now to free up storage space by removing unneeded files. Settings...
Page 278: Memory
Memory Check the amount of available memory. You can close background apps and reduce the amount of memory you are using to speed up your device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Device maintenance > Memory.  The used and available memory are shown. 2.
Page 279: Help
Help The Help menu provides tips and guidelines to help you use your phone. Access Help 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help  The Help menu and topics appear. 2. Tap on a topic to view its contents. 3.
Page 280: Activate This Device
Activate This Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Activate this device  The Self Service menu appears. 2.
Page 281: System Updates
System Updates The System updates menu provides settings for keeping your phone up-to-date with the latest software. Access System Updates ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > System updates  The System updates menu appears. For details about updating your phone, see Update Your Phone.
Page 282 Review various types of important legal information, including Open Legal information source licenses, Google legal information, System WebView licenses, Samsung legal information, and the Privacy Alert. Change the name of your device (other devices see this name when Device name using Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth).
Page 283 About Device Item Description FCC certification Check the phone's FCC certification. Rated Check the phone's voltage rating. Battery capacity Check the phone's battery capacity. Access About Device Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device 2. Select or view available options. ...
Page 284: For Assistance
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Problem: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Page 285: Boost Account Information And Help
Solution 5: Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initial settings:  From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Access Point Names > More options > Reset to default. Problem: Battery level goes down quickly. Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
Page 286: Re-Boost
30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by emailing optout@sea.samsung.com calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the applicable information. For complete terms and conditions that bind you and Samsung, refer to the “Arbitration Agreement” section of the Terms & Conditions, included with the Product. Find Legal Information Online...
Page 287: Intellectual Property
Or, use the Search feature to search for “Legal”. Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the Product, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating thereto, is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions.
Page 288: Disclaimer Of Warranties; Exclusion Of Liability
Nothing contained in the User Manual shall be construed to create an express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the Product. In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the product or arising from the breach of the express warranty, including incidental, special or consequential damages, or loss of anticipated profits or benefits.
Page 289: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Internet: samsung.com ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, Samsung Gear, S Voice, and Samsung Pay are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files.
Page 290: Index
Index 1Weather, 138 History, 111 3-way Calling, 61 Launch connection, 108 About Device, 271 Settings, 113 Accessibility Settings, 246 Tabs, 112 Accessory Port, 6 Calculator, 139 Accounts Calendar, 139 Add new, 252 Add event, 140 Manage, 253 Settings, 143 Settings, 251, 252 Sync, 142 Activation, 270 Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar, 142...
Page 291 Data Usage Settings, 189 Read messages, 92 Date Settings, 259 Report phishing, 95 Default Applications, 236 Report spam, 95 Device Security, 245 Search, 95 Dexterity and Interaction Settings, 249 Send message, 90 Drag, 10 Share pictures, 127 Drive (App), 146 Switch accounts, 96 Easy Mode, 228 Google...
Page 292 Using Call Log, 54 Internet, 80 Using contacts, 53 Keep Screen Turned Off, 232 Using phone keypad, 47 Keyboard Phone Layout (illustration), 4 Samsung keyboard, 21 Phone Number Language Settings, 258 Save to contacts, 68 LED Indicator, 230 Phone Status, 271 Lock Screen...
Page 293 Screen Unlock Turn Device Off, 8 Motion, 243 Turn Device On, 8 Swipe, 243 Typing, 21 Screen Unlock Password, 244 Uber, 162 Screen Unlock Pattern, 243 Vibration, 218 Screen Unlock PIN, 243 Video, 117 Screen Zoom and Font, 226 Video (App), 163 Secure Credential Storage, 200 Video Camera Security, 245...

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