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Page 2: User Manual
T A B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
Page 3: Legal Notices
Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers. All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its Open Source Software respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile Some software components of this product, including device, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’...
Page 4 PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT, THE Modification of Software PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS”, AND SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE SAMSUNG MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH...
Page 5 Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, S Voice, Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is and Samsung Milk Music are all trademarks of a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may Other marks are the property of their respective be required.
Page 6: Legal Information
Settings > About device > system and default applications occupy part of the Legal information > Samsung legal or you may memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Camera and Video............49 ............1 Chrome ................55 Front View................2 Clock ................56 Back View................4 Contacts.................59 Assemble Your Device ..........6 Email................65 Set Up Your Device ............9 Gallery................69 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ......11 Message+ ..............72 Know Your Device Music Player ..............75 ...........12 My Files................78...
Page 8 Lock Screen .............. 114 Multi Window Settings ..........116 Notification Panel Settings........117 Toolbox................ 119 Storage ............... 120 Battery................. 123 Power Saving Settings..........124 Applications Settings ..........125 Users ................128 Private Mode.............. 130 Location ..............131 Security............... 133 Finger Scanner............137 Language and Input ..........
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 10: Front View
Front View Proximity sensor Front camera Headset jack Speaker Speaker Memory card slot SIM card slot Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner Getting Started Front View...
Page 11 Here are some key features found on the front of your device. • • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home videos of yourself. screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature. • • Speaker: Play music and other sounds. Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Home screen options.
Page 12: Back View
Back View Volume key Infrared transmitter Power key Rear camera Flash USB charger/ Accessory port Simple clicker Simple clicker Microphone Getting Started Back View...
Page 13 Here are some key features found on the back of your device. • • Volume key: Adjust the volume of your device’s Microphone: Record audio and detect voice sounds and audio playback. commands. • • Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB off, restart it, or for quick access to Airplane mode.
Page 14: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble 4. Position the replacement SIM card with the Verizon logo facing up. your device. Optional: Replace the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it.
Page 15: Charge The Battery
Caution: Use only charging devices approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 16 When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. For a quick check of your battery level: ► View the battery charge indicator located in the top right corner of your device’s display. A solid color indicates a full charge. You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Page 17: 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 18 Secure Your Device Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, “Set a Screen Lock” on page 114. Lock the Device To unlock your device: By default, the device locks automatically when the ► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag...
Page 19: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up – or – 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, – or – use Accounts settings. For more information, To create a new Google Account or set up your see “Accounts”...
Page 20: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
Page 21: Home Screen
Home Screen Status bar Widget App folder App shortcuts Home screen Apps list indicator Know Your Device Home Screen...
Page 22 Here are some features of the Home screen. • Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left). For more information, see “Status Bar” on page 19. • App shortcuts: Launches your favorite applications. • Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications.
Page 23: Manage Home Screens
Customize your Home screens 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. by adding application shortcuts, 2. Use these options to manage screens: • Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the widgets, and folders, and using screens, and then tap Add.
Page 24 Wallpapers To enable or disable the Content Home screen: 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with 2. Tap Home screen settings. wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.
Page 25: App Shortcuts
Remove a Widget Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen You can remove a widget that you added to a Home You can add a shortcut to a Home screen. screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a release it.
Page 26 Folders Remove a Folder from a Home Screen You can remove a folder that you added to a Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Home screen. 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 2.
Page 27: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Status Icons Home screen provides device Vibrate mode: Vibrate mode is enabled. information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled. right side and notification alerts on the left.
Page 28 Notification Icons New email: New email has arrived. New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active and acquiring a signal.
Page 29: Navigation
Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate Touch and Hold through your device. Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. • Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to move it. Touchscreen Navigation • Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.
Page 30 Motions Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new Control your device by making specific gestures with location. your hand above the device’s screen. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. To enable Motions: •...
Page 31 Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. • More options: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. •...
Page 32: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Manage users Settings View all Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Clear Know Your Device Notification Panel...
Page 33: View The Notification Panel
Notification Panel Features View the Notification Panel • Settings: Display the Settings screen. You can access the Notification panel from any Home screen. • View all: See all available Quick settings. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the • Clear: Clear all notifications.
Page 34 Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To view additional Quick settings: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.
Page 35: Multi Window
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Multi window tray Window controls Tray controls Know Your Device Multi Window...
Page 36: Activate Multi Window
Activate Multi Window You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: Apps that support Multi window display together on 1. Tap Recent. a split screen. You can switch between the apps, • adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy Recently used apps that support Multi window information from one app to the other.
Page 37 Window Controls Customize Multi Window Select an app window, and then tap You can customize Multi window to suit your preferences. window border. Create a Window Group Controls If you like to use two apps together in Multi window often, you can create a window group to quickly Switch windows: Switch locations between display the two apps in Multi window.
Page 38 Multi Window Settings Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray Automatically view content in a multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from Back to display the 1. Touch and hold email. Multi window tray.
Page 39: 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. Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Predictive text Control: Touch and hold for quick access to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y), and select all (a).
Page 40 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Keyboard settings: Access keyboard 2. Tap Language and input. settings. 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the cursor position. For more information, see “Samsung Keyboard” on page 140.
Page 41 “Google Voice Typing” on page 141. Settings Delete text To enable Google voice typing: Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. 1. Tap • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text.
Page 42 Use Swype Configure Swype To customize Swype: Swype ™ is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > (not included) from letter to letter, lifting your finger or 2.
Page 43: Applications
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 44: Apps List
Apps List Download and Install New Apps The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. Find new apps to download and install on your device. You can uninstall, disable, or hide • Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store.
Page 45 Organize Your Apps To uninstall or disable an app: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your 2. Tap More options > Uninstall/disable apps. own custom order. Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled display To change the order apps are listed: Apps >...
Page 46 Use Folders to Organize Apps To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to You can organize Apps in a folder on an Apps list launch it. screen. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 47 Disable: Disable the app. • Galaxy Essentials: View and download Uninstall: Uninstall an app you have Samsung apps that are optimized for use with downloaded. Galaxy devices. • Create folder: Create a new folder to hold the •...
Page 48: Google Apps
Google Apps Gmail Enjoy these apps from Google. Send and receive email with Gmail, Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit Google’s web-based email service. google.com to learn more. Visit gmail.com to learn more. Chrome Google Browse the Internet and bring your open Search not only the Internet, but also the tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data apps and contents of your device.
Page 49: Play Books
Hangouts Play Books Meet friends and family online, share Find millions of free e-books and photos, host video calls, and send SMS hundreds of thousands more to buy in the and Hangouts messages. eBookstore. Visit hangouts.google.com to learn more. Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn more.
Page 50: Voice Search
Play Movies & TV Play Store Watch movies and TV shows purchased Find new apps, movies and TV shows, from Google Play. You can stream them music, books, magazines, and games in instantly or download them for viewing Google Play store. when you are not connected to the Internet.
Page 51: Verizon Apps
Verizon Apps Mobile Hotspot Enjoy these apps from Verizon Wireless. Configure your device as a Mobile Hotspot. “Mobile Hotspot” on page 98 Note: Certain apps require a data plan or paid more information. subscription. Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more or contact your service provider for additional information. My Verizon Mobile Cloud View details and manage your Verizon...
Page 52: Other Applications
Other Applications Flipboard There are also other apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on Access your personalized magazines. your device. Visit flipboard.com to learn more. Hancom Office Viewer Amazon Open and manage Hancom Office ™ Shop at amazon.com from your device.
Page 53: Kids Mode
Kids Mode Samsung Milk Music Creates a child friendly environment Stream music with Samsung Milk Music ™ on your device. The following apps are a radio service that offers a simple way available: Drawing, Gallery, Camera, and to find the music that is right for you. With Music.
Page 54: Calculator
Calculator Additional Functions The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. You can perform additional functions on your calculator. To clear the calculator history: Basic Operation ► Tap Clear history. You can use your calculator to perform basic operations. To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: ► Touch and hold an entry in the display field, and Apps >...
Page 55: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. • Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. • Agenda: Display all events and tasks. Calendar View 3. Tap Today to return to the current date. To choose a calendar view: Create an Event or Task 1.
Page 56 Share an Event or Task To delete multiple events or tasks: 1. Tap More options > Delete. You can share events or tasks you create from your 2. Select events or tasks. Calendar. Apps > 3. Tap Done. Confirm when prompted. 1.
Page 57: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Current shooting mode Switch cameras Record video Quick settings Take a picture Shooting mode More settings Gallery Applications Camera and Video...
Page 58: Take Pictures
Camera Features Take Pictures • R ecord video: Record a video. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera, or combine shots with Dual camera mode. • T ake a picture: Take a picture. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic •...
Page 59: Shooting Mode
Shooting Mode Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down to take a picture. This is the default action of the Volume Several photo effects are available. Some modes are key while the camera is active. You can also set the not available when taking self-portraits.
Page 60 3. Touch and drag the inset picture to another position on the screen. • Download: Download additional shooting modes from the Samsung Apps store. 4. Tap the inset picture, and then touch and drag the corners to enlarge or reduce the size of the inset. Rear camera only •...
Page 61 Camera and Video Settings • Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values You can adjust your camera’s settings using the are calculated. Center-weighted measures icons on the main camera screen and the full camera background light in the center of the scene. settings menu.
Page 62 • • Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos0. Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects. • View mode: View pictures and videos in • standard ratio or full screen. Shutter sound: Set the camera to make a sound when pictures are captured.
Page 63: Chrome
Chrome The Google Chrome app allows you to use the Google Chrome web browser on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Read the Google Chrome Terms of Service and tap Accept & continue. 3. If you have an existing Chrome account, tap Add an account to bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and omnibox data from your computer to your tablet.
Page 64: Clock
Clock Alarm The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. alarms. Create an Alarm 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or 2.
Page 65: World Clock
World Clock • Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the alarm. The World clock lets you keep track of the current • Volume: Drag the slider to set the volume of time in multiple cities around the globe. the alarm.
Page 66 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. Apps > Clock. Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1.
Page 67: Contacts
Contacts Store and manage your contacts Find a Contact with the Contacts app, which can be You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one by name. synchronized with a variety of your Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap existing personal accounts.
Page 68 Add a Contact Edit a Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add more 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 69 Link Contacts Create a Shortcut to a Contact When you have contacts from various accounts, you You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. screen to access their information directly from a Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single Home screen.
Page 70: Delete Contacts
Delete Contacts Remove Contacts from Favorites You can delete a single contact or choose multiple You can remove contacts from Favorites. contacts to delete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2.
Page 71 Create a Group Rename a Group You can create your own contact groups. You can rename a contact group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Groups, and then tap Create.
Page 72: Contacts Settings
Send an Email to a Group 6. Tap Group only to only delete the group or tap Group and group members to delete the groups You can send an email to members of a group. and the contacts in the groups. 1.
Page 73: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and To add an Email account: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. manage all your email accounts in 2. Tap More options > Settings > Add account. one app. 3. Enter your email address and password. The device communicates with the appropriate server To access Email: to set up your account and synchronize your email.
Page 74 View Multiple Email Accounts Manage Your Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts There are several tools available from the Inbox on the Combined view or you can view email accounts screen. individually. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 75 Create and Send an Email 3. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text. • Attach to add Files, Images, Audio, This section describes how to create and send an and more to your email. email using the Email app. •...
Page 76: Email Settings
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap More options > Settings. 2. Tap 3. Under General settings, tap an option and follow the prompts. 4. Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account.
Page 77: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap an image or video to view it, or first tap an album videos. or folder and then tap an image or video. • When viewing an image or video, you can Note: Some functions described in this section are only swipe left or right to view the next or previous available if there are images or videos in the Gallery.
Page 78: Play Videos
Play Videos Edit Images You can play videos stored on your device. You can edit images stored on your device. Apps > Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 2.
Page 79: Gallery Settings
While viewing a single image or video, tap 2. Tap More options > Settings. social network services. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Samsung or Google Account. Applications Gallery...
Page 80: Message
Message+ This section describes how to create • Tap Type a message and enter your message. • and send a message using the Attach to attach an item, such as a postcard, picture, video, audio recording, Verizon Messages app. Glympse location, location, contact card, or song.
Page 81: Read Messages
Read Messages Reply to Messages When you receive a message, your tablet notifies Messages you exchange with another person are New message icon in the you by displaying the displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so Status bar. you can see all the messages in one place. 1.
Page 82 Delete Conversations Protect a Message from Deletion You can delete all the messages you’ve exchanged with another person. You can lock a message to keep it from being Apps > 1. From the Home screen, tap deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation.
Page 83: Music Player
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Change player Volume More options Favorite Playback Sound quality position and effects Shuffle Repeat Time elapsed Song length View playlist Add to playlist Playback controls...
Page 84 Music Player Features • • Volume: Adjust the volume. View playlist: View the current playlist. • • More options: View more options. Time elapsed: View the time elapsed for the current song. • Sound quality and effects: Customize options to •...
Page 85: Listen To Music
Listen to Music • Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose Shuffle off to 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > play songs in the order they appear in the list 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to view your music files.
Page 86: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your device, • Categories: View files sorted by their types. • including images, videos, music, and Apps: View files stored or created in specific applications. sound clips. Shortcuts To view files in My Files: Shortcut icon When you add shortcut folders, a 1.
Page 87 Group Options File Options • After selecting a group: More options > Select, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: ► Tap More options for the following options: Share via: Send files to others or share them. •...
Page 88: Additional Functions
Additional Functions The following functions are available: • Create folder: Create a new folder. (Only available in a folder group). • View: Change the view mode (the icon changes depending on the current view). • Storage usage: View memory information for your device and memory card (not included).
Page 89: S Voice
S Voice S Voice Settings Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the S Voice app. speak criteria for searches and other 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 90: Video Player
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. AMOLED cinema Change player File name More options Volume Pop-up player Playback position Time elapsed Video length Move controls Move controls Screen ratio Video list Rewind Fast-forward Pause/Play Applications Video Player...
Page 91 Video Player Features • • Change player: Play the video on a connected Pause or Play: Pause or play the current video. device. • Rewind: Restart the video, skip to a previous video, • More options: View more options. or rewind the video. •...
Page 92 Access the Video Player Use Pop-Up Play Multitask with Pop-up player by transforming your To access the video player: video player into a pop-up window. The video Apps > Video. 1. From a Home screen, tap continues to play, and the pop-up window can be 2. Swipe through the videos stored on your device.
Page 93 Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video during video playback. Apps > Video. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the screen size options: •...
Page 94: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
Page 95: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings • Account: Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and There are a couple of ways to access your device social networking accounts. settings. • System: Customize the device’s system settings.
Page 96: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi‑Fi. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, or other offline applications. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1.
Page 97: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain Wi-Fi Status Indicators types of Wireless Local Area Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status: Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi • When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communication requires access communicating with a wireless Access Point (AP), to a wireless Access Point (AP).
Page 98 Wi-Fi Networks Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Network You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: manually. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 99 Wi-Fi Options • Share Wi-Fi profile: Share saved Wi-Fi network credentials with other devices that The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of support this feature. your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • Advanced: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap ...
Page 100 MAC address: View your device’s To rename your device (as seen by other devices): MAC address, which is required when ► Tap More options > Rename device. connecting to some secured networks (not configurable). To disconnect from a device: IP address: View your device’s IP address ►...
Page 101: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On or Off Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth on or off. connects your device wirelessly 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > to a number of Bluetooth devices, 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn such as headsets and hands‑free Bluetooth on or off.
Page 102: Scan For Bluetooth Devices
Scan for Bluetooth Devices Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, Bluetooth. you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. •...
Page 103 More Bluetooth Options Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) To access more Bluetooth options: When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap connect again, you have to pair the devices. 2.
Page 104: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, • By application: View data usage by application. and set limits and restrictions to 3. Tap More options for other options: conserve it. • Restrict background data: Restrict some apps and services from working unless you Note: Your service provider may account for data usage are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Page 105: More Networks
More Networks Download Booster The More Networks settings allow you to configure a variety of Download Booster improves download speed by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when communication settings for your downloading files over 30 MB in size. device.
Page 106: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks • Access Point Names: Configure wireless network access. Set options for network selection and data service. • Network operators: Select a network from all Caution: Depending on your service plan, changes available networks, to automatically select a you make to mobile networks settings may incur extra net network from your preferred networks.
Page 107 Turn Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Activate your device’s Mobile hotspot application to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your connection. device’s Mobile hotspot. Apps >...
Page 108 Change the Mobile Hotspot Password 4. Tap Allowed devices, and then tap to enter the other device’s Device name and You can change your Mobile hotspot password. MAC address. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 5. Tap OK to add the device. 2.
Page 109 • Tethering Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. A You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your default password is displayed on the Mobile device’s Internet connection with a computer. hotspot screen.
Page 110: Connect To A Vpn
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN To connect to a VPN: Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Note: You must set a secured lock screen before setting up a VPN. For more information, see “Set a Screen Tap More networks >...
Page 111: Edit Or Delete A Vpn
Edit or Delete a VPN Nearby Devices Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit Share your media files with nearby devices using or delete the connection. Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile hotspot. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 112: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap More networks > Screen Mirroring. 3. Available devices are listed. • Tap Scan to find more devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. View Your Verizon Account View your Verizon account and data plan information.
Page 113: Sound And Notification Settings
Sound and Notification Settings Sound Mode Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have touches, and other interactions. made. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 114 Apps > 3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under 2. Tap Sound and notification > Vibration intensity, Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate and then drag the sliders to set the vibration whether to enable the sound or vibration.
Page 115 Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen This setting allows you to block all notifications and You can select what notifications, if any, appear on the alerts. The options below determine what notifications Lock screen. can make sounds, and during what time periods you Apps >...
Page 116 Notification Access Determine if applications can or cannot read notifications received on your tablet. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Sound and notification > Notification access. 3. A list of applications that can read your notifications is displayed. Tap the checkbox to allow them to read your notifications.
Page 117: Display Settings
Display Settings Screen Brightness Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, or personal preference. You may also want to adjust display settings. screen brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 118: Screen Rotation
Screen Rotation Screen Timeout Set the screen to rotate when the device is rotated Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. (landscape or portrait). Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap ...
Page 119: Reading Mode
Reading Mode Daydream Optimize the screen for reading with selected The Daydream ™ setting controls what is displayed applications. on the screen when the device is docked (dock not included) or while charging. You can choose to display Apps > 1.
Page 120 Touch Key Light Duration Recent and Back Set the length of time remain lit after you tap them. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Display > Touch key light duration to choose a timeout period. Increase Touch Sensitivity Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves.
Page 121: Wallpaper Settings
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
Page 122: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking • PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option provides medium to high your screen. Different Screen Locks security. have different levels of security and • Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen.
Page 123 • 5. Choose a screen lock option: Auto factory reset: Reset the device to its factory settings (erasing all data files and Swipe Only downloaded apps) if the pattern is drawn • Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when incorrectly ten times.
Page 124: Multi Window Settings
Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. To activate Multi window: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. Tap Multi window. 2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. The following options are available: • Open in Multi window view: Tap the checkbox to open content in Multi window view automatically when an application is open in full screen view.
Page 125: Notification Panel Settings
Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting The following options are available: • buttons appear on the Notification Brightness adjustment: Adjust the screen brightness from the Notification panel. panel. • Related apps: Show related apps on the Notification panel after certain actions, such You can also customize which apps appear on the as connecting earphones.
Page 126 Related Apps When you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as Music player or Google Play Music. To customize which shortcuts to display on the Related apps menu: 1.
Page 127: Toolbox
Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut To customize the Toolbox applications: 1. From the active Toolbox screen, tap Edit to menu that displays on every screen, select which apps to include in the Toolbox. giving you quick access to your •...
Page 128: Storage
Storage View the device memory and usage. • Apps: The amount of storage space currently being used by apps. Mount, unmount, or format an • Pictures, videos: The amount of storage optional memory card (not included). space currently being used by pictures and videos.
Page 129: Install A Memory Card
Install a Memory Card To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can use a microSD or microSDHC card 2. Tap Storage. (not included) to add more memory space to your device. 3. Tap Internal storage > Cached data to clear all cached data for all apps.
Page 130: Remove A Memory Card
Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on Warning: When formatting an SD card (not included), the memory card, unmount the card before removing it you should back up your music and photo files that from the device.
Page 131: Battery
Battery Apps and System Usage View how battery power is used for device activities. Battery usage displays in percentages per application and system process. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > ...
Page 132: Power Saving Settings
Power Saving Settings Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a grayscale theme to your Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.
Page 133: Applications Settings
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on 3. If you have disabled applications: • your device. All apps at the top left of the screen. • Tap All apps, Turned on, or Turned off. 4. Tap More options for the following options: Application Manager •...
Page 134 Manage Apps • Set as default: Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps. You can view and update information about an • Battery: View battery usage since the last full application, including memory usage, default settings, charge.
Page 135: Default Applications
Default Applications Applications Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available such as email apps, you can select one app to be the in one convenient location. default. Apps > 1.
Page 136: Users
Deleting a user’s profile removes the user account from the device entirely. This includes the user’s Google Account, Samsung account, and any other local Set Up User Profiles accounts associated with the user. Set up user profiles and then select one when unlocking the device to use personalized settings.
Page 137 Change User Account Nicknames and Photo IDs The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under Me at the top of their Contacts list) is used as their User ID and name. To change their ID photo and name, each user can edit their personal Contact entry.
Page 138: Private Mode
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
Page 139: Location
Location Some apps, such as Google Maps, 4. Tap Mode to select how your location is determined: may require one or more location • High accuracy: Uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile services be turned on for full networks. functionality. • Power saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS).
Page 140: Location Services
Recent Location Requests Location Sources Apps that have requested your location are listed You can save your favorite locations for use with under Recent location requests. services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other Apps >...
Page 141: Security
Security Encryption Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your tablet each time you power it on or encrypt the data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected.
Page 142 2. Tap Security > Set up SIM card lock. findmymobile.samsung.com. 3. Tap Lock SIM card and enter a PIN code. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and • Tap Change SIM PIN to use a different PIN.
Page 143: Security Update Service
• Trusted credentials: Display certificates in • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send your device’s ROM and other certificates you security reports to Samsung for threat have installed. analysis. • Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage.
Page 144 Advanced Security Settings • Smart Lock: Keep your tablet unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected Use these options to configure advanced security to it or you are in a familiar location. settings. To view Smart Lock, set up a secured Apps >...
Page 145: Finger Scanner
Apps > You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity 2. Tap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager. when logging in to your Samsung account. • If no fingerprints are registered, you are prompted to scan your fingerprint. Follow the Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique prompts to complete setup.
Page 146 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > page 114. • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity 2. Tap Finger Scanner > Change backup password. using your fingerprint when logging in to your 3. Scan your fingerprint. Samsung account. 4. Enter a new backup password.
Page 147: Language And Input
Language and Input Default Keyboard Configure your device’s language and input settings. You can select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Language 2. Tap Language and input > Default. 3.
Page 148: Samsung Keyboard
• More settings: Reset all keyboard settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard Swype Keyboard for options: • Select input languages: Choose which Configure options for using the Swype keyboard.
Page 149 Google Voice Typing • Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing Speak rather than type your text entries using you to use voice input while not connected to Google voice typing. the network. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap ...
Page 150 4. Tap OK to save your setting. • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
Page 151: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Personal Data Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its Restore your device to its default settings. factory defaults. Reset Settings You can reset your device to its factory default Backup and Restore settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings.
Page 152: Factory Data Reset
Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset network settings. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Factory Data Reset Return your device to its factory defaults.
Page 153: Motions
Motions Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Motions. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: •...
Page 154: Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Ensure that the information on your device is updated with any information that changes in your accounts. Samsung account, email, and social 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > ...
Page 155: Account Settings
Account Settings Remove an Account Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, To remove an account from your device: you can configure common settings for all accounts of Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap the same type.
Page 156: Google Settings
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Note: These options may change if you are signed in to Customize Google your Google Account. To customize your Google settings: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Google, and select an option to customize: •...
Page 157: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives • Automatic time zone: Tap the checkbox to use the time zone detected on the mobile and/ date and time information from the or Wi-Fi network. wireless network. When Automatic time zone is disabled, the following option is available: When you are outside network coverage, you may Select time zone: Select the time zone.
Page 158: Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility services are special • Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy. features that make using the device • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter easier for those with certain physical selection instead of double tapping. disabilities.
Page 159 • Turn off all sounds: Turn off all sounds including receiver voice. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available.
Page 160 More Settings • Direct Access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times in quick succession. • Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms and calendar events with a single tap. • Manage accessibility: Import and export your accessibility settings, or share them with other devices.
Page 161: Accessories
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Accessories for options: HDMI • Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included).
Page 162: Printing
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Printing. 3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Page 163: About Device
Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device’s name. • Additional device information includes the Model number, Android version, and more.
Page 164: System Updates
System Updates Use System updates to update your device’s software. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap System updates. 3. Tap Check for system updates to check for available software updates to download and install. Settings System Updates...

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