Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Legal Information
Phone: calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the applicable information. For complete terms • English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide and conditions that bind you and Samsung, refer to • Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP the “Arbitration Agreement” section of the Terms & Conditions, included with the Product. Tablet: •...
Page 3: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property End User License Agreement: • English: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4 All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung • Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- or its respective suppliers relating to the Product, EULA4/#SPANISH including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or...
Page 4: Open Source Software
Except as set forth in the Standard Limited Warranty that accompanies the Product, the purchaser takes Some software components of this product, including the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’, or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with...
Page 5 Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is of any kind whatsoever with respect to the Product. a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or required.
Page 6 Internet: samsung.com ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, S Health, S Voice, Samsung Gear, 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 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel ......22 .......1 Multi Window .
Page 8 Additional Apps ......56 Samsung Pay ....... . 107 Calculator .
Page 9 Advanced Features ......150 Device Maintenance ......153 Applications Settings .
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 11: Front View
Front View 1. Earpiece: Listen to a call. 6. Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold 2. Front camera: Take for Multi window ™ self-portraits and record videos of yourself. 7. Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and 3.
Page 12: Back View
Back View 1. Flash: Illuminate subjects 5. Microphone: Record audio and in low-light environments detect voice commands. when taking a photo or 6. Speaker: Play music and other recording video. sounds. 2. Heart rate sensor: Measure 7. SIM card tray: Install the SIM your heart rate using your card.
Page 13: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details. Warning: Small components such as SIM cards can pose a choking risk.
Page 14: Charge The Battery
Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB Caution: Use only charging devices approved by cable) is included with the device for charging the Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your battery from any standard outlet. device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may void your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 15: When To Charge The Battery
Note: This device is also compatible with wireless For a quick check of your battery level: charging devices approved by Samsung, which are ► View the battery charge indicator located in the top sold separately. right corner of your device’s display. A solid color ( ...
Page 16: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Restart the Device The instructions below explain how to turn your device If your device stops responding to taps or finger on or off. gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can restart your device.
Page 17: Secure Your Device
Unlock the Device Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of items on the screen to improve The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. accessibility. To enable or disable Voice Assistant Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see during setup, press the Home key quickly three times.
Page 18: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
When you turn on your device for the first time, set – or – up your existing Google Account or create a new Google Account. To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use – or – Accounts settings.
Page 19 “Factory Data Reset” on page 181. up on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove. Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service 3. Tap More options > Remove account. Confirm center, you should remove your Google Account before when prompted.
Page 20: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard.
Page 21: Home Screen
Home Screen 1. Status bar: Displays device 5. Home screen indicator: status icons (right) and Indicates which Home screen is notification icons (left). currently visible. For more information, see 6. App shortcuts: Launches your “Status Bar” on page 18. favorite applications. 2. App folder: Groups multiple 7.
Page 22: Customize The Home Screen
Customize the Home Screen Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and folders, and using wallpapers. • To access Home screen manager: Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. ► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. •...
Page 23 Wallpapers and Themes Add a Widget to a Home Screen You can add a widget to a Home screen. Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your device. Change the look of the Home and 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Lock screens with wallpaper.
Page 24: App Shortcuts
Screen Grid Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen You can add a shortcut to a Home screen. Change the number of icons that can be placed on each Home screen by changing the Screen grid dimensions. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
Page 25: Create A Folder
Folders Move a Shortcut You can move a shortcut from one Home screen to Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. another. Create a Folder 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. You can create an app folder on a Home screen. 2.
Page 26 Remove a Folder from a Home Screen You can remove a folder that you added to a Home screen. 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. 2. Drag the folder to Delete and release it. Know Your Device Customize the Home Screen...
Page 27: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status Icons 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a Battery full: Battery is fully charged.
Page 28: Notification Icons
Notification Icons File upload in progress: File is being Missed call: A call has been missed. uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active Call in progress: A call is in progress. and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are Call on hold: A call is on hold.
Page 29: Navigation
Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Touchscreen Navigation Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light • touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch move it.
Page 30: Pinch And Spread
Common Options Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new The device uses basic command options to perform location. common actions. • • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. More options: Tap to view more menu options for •...
Page 31: Notification Panel
Notification Panel 1. Settings: Display the Settings 5. Notification card: View details screen. about a notification. 2. View all: See all available 6. Quick settings: Quickly enable Quick settings, adjust screen or disable a feature. brightness, and more. 3. Clear all: Clear all notifications. 4.
Page 32: Quick Settings
View the Notification Panel Quick Settings You can access the Notification panel from any In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also Home screen. provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. 1.
Page 33: Multi Window
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window Controls Window controls in the middle of the window border for options. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Open in pop-up view: Open the selected app in a pop-up window. Close app: Close the selected app.
Page 34 Use Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their display on the screen. 1. Tap Recent apps. • Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in their title bar.
Page 35: Enter Text
Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Use the Samsung Keyboard Special Keys Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Available options Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. depend on the app in use. Not all options are available for all apps.
Page 36: Predictive Text
Apps > Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input > Settings Delete text Virtual keyboard > Samsung keyboard for options. For more information, see “Samsung keyboard” on To enable Google voice typing: page 176. 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard.
Page 37 To download additional languages for use with Google voice typing: ► Tap Settings > Languages. Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap General management > Language and input > Virtual keyboard >...
Page 38: Emergency Mode
Emergency Mode Emergency mode conserves your device’s remaining power when you are in an emergency situation. Activate Emergency Mode Emergency mode saves battery power by: • Restricting application usage to only essential To activate Emergency mode: applications and those you select. 1. Press and hold the Power key. •...
Page 39 • Use Emergency Mode Estimated usage time remaining: Display estimated standby time that can be reached based While in Emergency mode, your device conserves on current battery charge and usage. power. The following apps and features are available on • Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone the Home screen: number (for example, 911).
Page 40: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Page 41: Phone Screen
Phone Screen 1. More options: Access 7. Tabs: Display a log of all dialed, Speed dial and Call settings. received, and missed calls. Display your contacts and select 2. Hide the keypad: Hide the a contact to call. keypad and display recent calls. 3.
Page 42: Call Settings
Access Phone Call Settings There are a couple of ways to access Phone. To access the Call settings menu: ► From a Home screen, tap Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > More options > Settings. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 43: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Make a Call Dial a Number from Your Contacts List You can quickly dial a phone number from your You can make a call from a Home screen.
Page 44: Video Calls
Video Calls Dial a Recent Number All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded Video calling requires that all parties be on the same in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your carrier and use devices that support the video calling contacts list, the associated name is also displayed.
Page 45: Answer A Call
Answer a Call Decline with Message When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s ► On the incoming call screen, drag Send message phone number or name is displayed, if it is stored in the upward and select a message. Contacts list.
Page 46 While on a Call To end a call from any application: ► Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification Adjust the Call Volume panel, and then tap End call. ► Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the Switch to Headset or Speaker volume.
Page 47: Call Waiting
Place a Multi-Party Call To answer a new call while you have a call in progress: 1. Drag Answer in any direction to answer the If your service plan supports this feature, you can make new call. another call while a call is in progress. 2.
Page 48: Call Log
Call Log 5. Tap Create contact. – or – The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap Update existing. 1.
Page 49 Block a Number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recents. 3. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 4.
Page 50: Speed Dial
Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. Create a Speed Dial 4. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to the number. You can assign 999 speed dial numbers. 1.
Page 51 Remove a Speed Dial Number You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap More options > Speed dial. 3. Find the contact to remove from the Speed dial. 4. Tap Remove. Calling Speed Dial...
Page 52: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service status. Make an Emergency Call Make an Emergency Call from a Locked Screen You can dial the emergency telephone number from your phone whether or not cellular service has The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if been activated.
Page 53 Secure Lock Screens You can make calls even if your phone has a secure lock screen. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen. 2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency dialer. 3. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap Call.
Page 54: Set Up And Access Voicemail
Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your voicemail. Set Up Your Voicemail Access Your Voicemail You can set up your voicemail from a Home screen. You can access your voicemail from the Phone app. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 55: Visual Voicemail
Access Your Voicemail from Another Visual Voicemail Phone Use Visual voicemail to: • You can access your voicemail from another phone. Review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your phone without dialing into 1. From another phone, dial your wireless phone voicemail.
Page 56: Applications
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 57: Apps List
Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps Access Apps to learn more. You can access and launch all applications from the • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung Apps list. apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
Page 58 Uninstall or Disable Apps To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. 2. Tap Apps. • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. 3. Tap Menu >...
Page 59: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Use Folders to Organize Apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an own custom order. Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. To change the order apps are listed: 2.
Page 60 To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it. To delete a folder: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap More options > Edit. 3. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Remove folder.
Page 61: Google Apps
Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Drive Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs ™ and files. Android Pay Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more about Pay with your Android phone at over one million store Google Drive ™...
Page 62: Play Books
Photos Google+ Chat with friends and family, post photos, and see what Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. others are sharing. Visit support.google.com/plus to learn more about Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more about Google Photos Google+ ™...
Page 63: Voice Search
Play Movies & TV Play Store Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, Play. You can stream them instantly or download them magazines, and games in Google Play store. for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.
Page 64: T-Mobile Apps
T‑Mobile Apps T-Mobile Enjoy these apps from T-Mobile. Get online access to account information such as your current activity, billing information, service plans, Certain apps require a data plan or paid subscription. downloads, and more. Visit t-mobile.com to learn more or contact your service provider for additional information.
Page 65: Additional Apps
Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Amazon Lookout Shop at amazon.com from your device. Configure and manage key security options, such as ™ anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and Visit amazon.com to learn more.
Page 66: Samsung Gear
TV, on-demand movies and TV shows—across multiple video-on-demand providers. Peel Remote also recommends TV shows and movies based on your viewing history. Samsung Gear Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. Applications Additional Apps...
Page 67: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation View Calculator History You can use your calculator to perform basic You can view and clear your Calculator history. operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. 1.
Page 68: Scientific Calculator
Scientific Calculator The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. To use the Scientific calculator: ► If Auto rotate is enabled, turn the device to landscape. – or – If Portrait is enabled, tap Rotate screen. Note: Auto rotate and Portrait are found in the Quick settings on the Notification panel.
Page 69: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. • Calendar View Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. To choose a calendar view: • Tasks: Display all tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
Page 70: Create A Task
Share an Event Create a Task You can share events you create from your Calendar. You can use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 71: Delete A Task
Delete a Task Calendar Settings You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 72: Camera And Video
Camera and Video 1. Beauty: Take a picture with lightened faces for 6. Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and front gentler images. cameras. 2. Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. 7. HDR: Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and 3.
Page 73: Take Pictures
• Take Pictures To add a shooting mode, swipe to the right and select a mode. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. • To quickly switch between the front and rear 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 74 • Shooting Mode Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been taken. You can focus on Several visual effects are available. Some modes are subjects near to the camera, far away from the not available when taking self-portraits. camera, or both.
Page 75: Camera Settings
Camera Settings Common • Download: Download additional shooting You can adjust your camera’s settings using the modes from the Galaxy Apps store. icons on the main camera screen and the full camera • More options: See more options for the settings menu. camera modes.
Page 76 Front camera Common • • Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos. resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution • Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. pictures take up more memory. Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when •...
Page 77 • Live Broadcast Options Shutter sound: Enable or disable a shutter sound when pictures are taken. The following options are available: • • Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. Settings: Set your privacy settings, Video size, • Auto save, and manage your account. Help: View information on using the camera.
Page 78 Record a Live Broadcast To invite contacts before broadcasting: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. Record and instantly share your videos to YouTube. 2. Swipe to the right and tap Live broadcast. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 79 • Live Broadcast Settings Auto dim: Dims the brightness if you broadcast without touching the screen. Customize your Live Broadcasts. • Add shortcut on Home screen: Tap to create a 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. shortcut to Live broadcast on the Home screen. 2.
Page 80: Clock
Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Alarm 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. •...
Page 81 • World Clock Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. • Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat The World clock lets you keep track of the current time values for the alarm while snoozing. in multiple cities around the globe. •...
Page 82 Stopwatch Timer The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to hundredth of a second. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 83: Contacts
Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. Find a Contact For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one “Accounts”...
Page 84: Add A Contact
• Add a Contact Tap Scan business card to import contact information from a business card through the Use the following procedure to add a new contact. device’s camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 3. Tap Save. 2.
Page 85: Share A Contact
Share a Contact Link Contacts You can share a contact using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, When you have contacts from various accounts, you attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location. may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single 1.
Page 86: Delete Contacts
Favorites Unlink Contacts You can unlink a contact that you previously linked. When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact, and then tap Details.
Page 87 • Groups Add member: Select contacts to add to the new group, and then tap Done. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your 4. Tap Save. device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your Rename a Group family, for coworkers, or a team.
Page 88 Add Contacts to a Group Send an Email to a Group You can add contacts to a group. You can send an email to members of a group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 89: Delete A Group
Contacts Settings Delete a Group Preset groups cannot be deleted. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
Page 90: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To access Email: To add another Email account: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Page 91 View Multiple Email Accounts Manage Your Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts, or There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. you can view email accounts individually. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Page 92 Create and Send an Email 4. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text. • Tap Attach to add files, images, audio, and more This section describes how to create and send an email to your email. using the Email app. •...
Page 93: Email Settings
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap Mailbox > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts. 4.
Page 94: Galaxy Apps
Galaxy Apps Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: ►...
Page 95: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Some functions described in this section are only 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap a available if there are pictures or videos in the Gallery. picture or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap a picture or video.
Page 96: Play Videos
Play Videos 4. Tap Save to save the video. 5. Modify the File name or Resolution, and then tap You can play videos stored on your device. Save to confirm the changes. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2.
Page 97: Share Pictures And Videos
• Share Pictures and Videos More options: You can share pictures and videos from your Gallery. Details: View and edit information about the picture, including the date created, location, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. and properties. 2. Tap a folder to open it. Rotate left: Rotate the picture 3.
Page 98 Delete Pictures and Videos You can delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap More options > Edit. 4. Tap pictures and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos.
Page 99: Internet
Internet Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser. • Access the Internet Home: Display your Internet Home screen. • Bookmarks: Manage bookmarked pages, saved ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet. pages, and history. • Command Keys Tabs: Manage open tabs.
Page 100 Save and Open Bookmarks To zoom in or out: ► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so out. Stretch the screen to zoom in. that you can access it quickly. To bookmark the current web page: Browser Tabs 1.
Page 101: Secret Mode
Secret Mode Saved Pages Saving a web page stores the web page content on your Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your device so that you can access it offline. browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.
Page 102: Internet Settings
To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet. 2. Tap Tabs > Turn off secret. Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 103: Memo
You can create memos using the Memo app. Edit Memos 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can make edits to memos you create. Samsung folder > Memo. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Create memo and type a memo. Available Samsung folder >...
Page 104: Memo Options
Browse Memos You can browse memos you create. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Memo. • Browse memo entries by swiping up or down. • To search for a memo, tap Search. Memo Options You can edit, share, or manage memos.
Page 105: Messages
Types of Messages The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as picture, The Samsung Messages app provides the following video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile message types: phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may •...
Page 106: Create And Send Messages
Create and Send Messages 4. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message. • Attach: Add images, audio, and more to your This section describes how to create and send a message. message using the Messages app. • Emoticon: Choose an available emoticon 1.
Page 107: Delete Messages
View New Messages Delete Messages When you receive a new message, New message To delete messages, follow these steps: appears on the Status bar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. To view the message: 2. Tap More options > Edit. ►...
Page 108: Messages Settings
Messages Settings There are three types of Emergency alerts: • Alerts issued by the President Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia • messages, push messages, and more. Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life (extreme and severe) ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 109: Music Player
Music Player 1. More options: View more 6. Time elapsed: View the time options. elapsed for the current song. 2. Favorite: Tag this song as a 7. Playback position: Skip favorite. to another part of the current song. 3. Volume: Tap to adjust the volume.
Page 110: Listen To Music
• Listen to Music Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose Shuffle off to play Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. songs in the order they appear in the list. Choose Navigate through your music library, play songs, and Shuffle on to play songs in random order.
Page 111: My Files
To view files in My Files: Categories 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Images: View image files. Samsung folder > My Files. Audio: View audio files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. Videos: View video files.
Page 112 • Cloud ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files. Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud storage. The following options are available: • Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you Search: Search for a file or folder.
Page 113: S Health
For more information on proper wear and use, visit any of the following conditions: samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. Applications S Health...
Page 114 • Heart disease; Asthma or lung disease; Diabetes, or It is recommended that before engaging in an exercise liver or kidney disease; and Arthritis. routine, you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. If you are unsure of your health status, Before beginning your exercise regimen check with have several health problems, or are pregnant, you your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart,...
Page 115: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice S Voice Settings You can access S Voice from the Apps list. These settings allow you to modify settings associated ™...
Page 116: Samsung Pay
Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is the new way to pay with your Samsung Galaxy device. It ™ is simple, secure and works in more stores than any other mobile payment service. Set Up Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card.
Page 117 Simple Pay Use Samsung Pay Access Samsung Pay from the Screen off, Lock Screen Use Samsung Pay quickly and conveniently whenever or Home screen using Simple Pay. you have your device with you. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 118 2. Scroll down to “Gift cards” and click the samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay. 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 119: Video Player
Video Player 1. More options: View more options. 5. Create AGIFs: Create an animated GIF. 2. Playback controls: Restart the video, skip to a 6. Pop-up: Open the video in a pop-up window. previous video, or rewind the video; pause or play 7.
Page 120 • Access the Video Player Sort by: Sort your videos. • About Video: View version information about 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. the Video app. 2. Scroll through the videos stored on your phone. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins Use Pop-Up Play playing a preview of the clip.
Page 121 Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video is several ways during video playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the screen size options: •...
Page 122: Voice Recorder
To create a voice recording: five minutes. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > • List: List your recordings. Samsung folder > Voice Recorder. The following additional controls are available: • Tap one of the following options to choose the •...
Page 123: Manage Recordings
Share: Select and share recording files. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings: Access Voice Recorder settings. Samsung folder > Voice Recorder. 2. Tap List. 3. Tap Search to search for a recording. 4. Tap a recording to play it back.
Page 124: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
Page 125: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Search for Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain settings. setting, you can use the Search feature. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 126: Connections
Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi connection Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local status: Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires •...
Page 127 Wi-Fi Networks 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: turn on Wi-Fi. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 128 • Wi-Fi Options WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of equipment. your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device 1.
Page 129: Turn Bluetooth On Or Off
Bluetooth Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi that connects your device wirelessly to a number of network. Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, 1.
Page 130: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Bluetooth Status Indicator Pair Bluetooth Devices Status bar icons indicate your current Bluetooth The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish connection status: trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. • When Bluetooth is turned on, Bluetooth is displayed in the Status bar. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process.
Page 131 Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) 3. Tap the name of the target device when you see it displayed in the Bluetooth devices section. When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two • devices no longer recognize each other. To connect Your device automatically tries to pair with the again, you have to pair the devices.
Page 132: Data Usage
• Data Usage Bill cycle: Set up billing cycle information. • Wi-Fi data usage: The amount of Wi-Fi data Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and usage by application is shown. restrictions to conserve it. • Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks to Your service provider may account for data usage prevent apps that are running in the background...
Page 133: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode NFC and Payment Airplane mode disconnects your device from all NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange networks and turns off connectivity features, such as when you touch your device with another compatible phone calls and Wi-Fi. device. This is used for features like Android Beam. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features Enable NFC such as playing music, watching videos, and other...
Page 134: Android Beam
Android Beam Tap and Pay When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment content to another NFC-capable device by holding the application you want to use for making purchases on devices close together.
Page 135: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Mobile hotspot. Internet connection with other devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 136 Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Mobile You can change your Mobile hotspot password. hotspot is active, your device’s applications use the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 137 • Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. A default Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting password is displayed on the Mobile hotspot settings. screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 138: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks Location Control your device’s access to networks and mobile Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require data service. one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 139 • Recent Location Requests Battery saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). Apps that have requested your location are listed under • Recent location requests. Device only: Uses GPS only. 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for 1.
Page 140: Location Services
More Connection Settings Location Services Google Location History stores and uses your device’s ™ The More connection settings allow you to configure a most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google variety of connectivity settings for your device. Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.
Page 141 Printing To turn on MirrorLink: 1. On your device’s Home screen, tap Apps > Print images and documents to Samsung printers and Settings. other compatible printers (not included). 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 142: Download Booster
Download Booster Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Download booster improves download speed by using Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE networks at the same time when (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before downloading files over 30 MB in size.
Page 143: Disconnect From A Vpn
Connect to a VPN Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or To connect to a VPN: delete the connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 144 Wi-Fi Calling 5. Tap More options to view a tutorial or top questions about Wi-Fi Calling. You can make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network. Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your wireless service provider. Please contact your wireless service provider for details on cost and functionality.
Page 145: Sounds And Vibration
Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. • Change the Sound Mode Vibrate: Vibrate for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in You can switch between sound modes, while preserving Sound settings.
Page 146: Adjust The Volume
Adjust the Volume Media Volume Limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You Set the system volume level and default volume for call can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized users from ringtones, notifications, and other audio. changing this setting.
Page 147: Vibration Intensity
Vibration Intensity Select a Default Vibration Pattern Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your notifications, and haptic feedback. own pattern. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 148: Do Not Disturb
• Messages notifications: Choose a sound for To activate Do not disturb mode: message notifications, and enable or disable 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. vibration alert. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb and •...
Page 149: System Sounds
• Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is Samsung keyboard is tapped. connected. • Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung • Vibration feedback: Vibrate when Back or keyboard is tapped. Recent apps are tapped, and for other actions.
Page 150 Advanced Sounds 4. Tap On/Off to enable each option: • UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution You can enable sound effects when connected to of music and videos for a clearer listening a headset. Sound effects are only available when experience.
Page 151: Notifications
Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app or All apps to enable or disable notifications.
Page 152: Display
Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Brightness Blue Light Filter Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings Use Blue light filter at night to help you sleep better. or personal preference. You may also want to adjust You can set a schedule to automatically turn this screen brightness to conserve battery power.
Page 153: Screen Mode
Screen Zoom and Font 4. Tap Turn on as scheduled to set a schedule for when Blue light filter should be enabled. You can set the screen zoom level and the font size and • When enabled, you can choose Sunset to style.
Page 154: Easy Mode
Home Screen Easy Mode Customize your Home screen by adding application Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To customize Home screen: To enable Easy mode: 1.
Page 155: Led Indicator
Icon Frames Status Bar You can show icons with shaded frames to make them Set up Status bar functions. stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 156: Screen Saver
Screen Saver 5. Tap More options for additional options: • Screen saver controls what is displayed on the screen Preview: See a demonstration of Screen saver. when the device is docked (dock not included) or while • Select when to use: Select when your device can charging.
Page 157: Wallpapers And Themes
Wallpapers and Themes You can change the appearance of your device with custom wallpapers, themes, and icons. Wallpapers 4. Tap an image to choose it, and then choose where you want to use it: Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with •...
Page 158 Themes Icons Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. screens, wallpapers, and app icons. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 159: Advanced Features
Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. Smart Stay Games Smart stay detects your face with the front camera so Manage useful features while you play games. that the screen stays on while you are looking at it. 1.
Page 160: Other Features
One-Handed Mode Other Features Change the screen layout to accommodate operating Configure other useful features. For example, you can your device with one hand. control certain device actions by picking up the device and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand 1.
Page 161 • Split screen view action: Touch and hold the Easy mute: Mute sounds and video by covering Recent apps key to change the current app the screen or turning over the device. from full screen view to split screen view. •...
Page 162: Device Maintenance
Device Maintenance View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. Access Device Maintenance To use the quick optimization feature: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 163 Battery Storage View how battery power is used for device activities. View the device memory and usage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Device Memory 2. Tap Device maintenance > Battery for options: View and manage the memory used by the device. •...
Page 164 To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Device maintenance > Storage. 3. Tap Clean now and follow the prompts. 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.
Page 165: Applications Settings
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. You can download and install new applications on your 4. Tap More options for the following options: device. Use Application manager settings to manage • Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Page 166 • • Special access: Optimize battery usage for Battery: View battery usage since the last full individual apps, enable device administrator charge. apps, choose apps that can appear over other • Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage. running apps, select which apps can change •...
Page 167: Lock Screen And Security
Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings. • Set a Screen Lock PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option provides medium to high security. It is recommended that you secure your device using a •...
Page 168 You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in • Hide content to your Samsung account. • Do not show notifications Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique 4. Tap Set up to set up and use your fingerprints to...
Page 169 To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint, Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprint for secure enter a new name, and then tap Rename. and fast payments with the Samsung Pay app. • • To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or fingerprint, and then tap Remove.
Page 170 Samsung Pass Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. Use biometric authentication to verify your identity easily and securely. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 171: Unknown Sources
Unknown Sources 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Private mode. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Private mode. 2.
Page 172: Security Update Service
4. Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send View Passwords security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 173: Device Administration
• Device Administration Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents. Manage your device administrators and application • installation privileges. View security certificates: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 174 • Advanced Security Settings Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your Use these options to configure advanced security device. settings. • Do not disturb permission: View which apps 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 175: Cloud And Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Depending on the account, you can choose to 3. Once a Samsung account is configured, the synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of following options are available: content.
Page 176: Add An Account
• Accounts Data to sync: Tap the following items to enable or disable syncing: Configure email, social networking, and other Contacts (Samsung account): Sync contact supported accounts. info. Add an Account Calendar (Samsung account): Sync your You can add and manage all your email, social events and tasks.
Page 177: Synchronize Accounts
Synchronize Accounts Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your You can synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other service provider for more information on your account’s types of accounts. settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 178: Google Account
Backup and Restore Google Account Enable backup of your information to your Google Back up your data to your Samsung or Google accounts. account. Samsung Account 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Enable backup of your information to your Samsung 2.
Page 179: Google Settings
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. • Customize Google App preview messages: Receive and reply to messages sent from messaging apps that are To customize your Google settings: not installed on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 180: Accessibility
Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • For more information about Accessibility Voice Assistant help: View help on using for Samsung products, please contact us at Voice Assistant. accessibility@sea.samsung.com. • Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all 1.
Page 181 • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the if you are color blind or have difficulty reading Samsung keyboard and change its colors to the display because of the screen color. increase the contrast between the keys and the Hearing background.
Page 182: Dexterity And Interaction
• • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with Click after pointer stops: If using a mouse multimedia files when available. (not included), set your device to automatically click when the mouse cursor stops moving. • Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to set •...
Page 183 More settings Services • Text-to-speech: Set your preferred TTS engine Other installed accessibility services may be listed and options. For more information, see and configured under Services. “Text-to-Speech Options” on page 178. • Lookout: Tap On/Off to enable Lookout Safe • Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in Browsing.
Page 184: General Management
General Management Configure your device’s language and input settings, manage date and time, and reset your device. Language and Input 3. Tap Add language, and then select a language from the list. Configure your device’s language and input settings. • To change the default language, or remove a language from your list, tap Edit.
Page 185 3. Tap an option to customize: Languages: Select languages for Google voice typing. Samsung keyboard • Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. “Ok Google” detection: Launch a Google search • whenever you say “OK Google”. Languages and types: Set the keyboard type •...
Page 186 • Physical Keyboards Block offensive words: Hide search results that contain offensive words. If you use a physical keyboard with your device, you can • still show the virtual keyboard on the screen. Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a Bluetooth headset (not included) if one is 1.
Page 187 Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. 2. Tap General management > Language and input. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is 3.
Page 188: Date And Time
• Date and Time Use 24-hour format: Set the format for displaying time. By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are Report Diagnostic Information outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time This feature sends diagnostic information about your settings.
Page 189: Reset Settings
Reset Reset Network Settings Reset device and network settings. You can also reset You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth your device to its factory defaults. settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 190: Factory Data Reset
Factory Data Reset Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 24 hours after changing your password You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all to perform a factory data reset on your device. data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the Before resetting your device: device, including Google or other account settings,...
Page 191: Auto Restart
Collect Diagnostics Auto Restart Collect diagnostics data for troubleshooting. Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. battery power is more than 30 percent. 2.
Page 192: Software Update
Software Update Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Software update for the following options: • Download updates manually: Check for software updates. • Scheduled software updates: Install available software updates at the time of your choosing.
Page 193: Help
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about: • New features • Getting started • Applications • Settings 3. Tap Sort by to sort the topics by category or alphabetically.
Page 194: About Device
My phone number: Your phone number is and more. displayed. • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. Settings About Device...

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