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 Information
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and providing the applicable information. For complete terms • Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide-SP and conditions that bind you and Samsung, refer to End User License Agreement: the “Arbitration Agreement” section of the Terms & Conditions, included with the Product. •...
Page 4: Intellectual Property
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by Warranty, End User License Agreement (EULA) and or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its Health & Safety Information are also available on the respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG mobile device, in the Samsung legal section of Settings.
Page 5 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 6 Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is Modification of Software a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with Samsung is not liable for performance issues or enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be incompatibilities caused by your editing of registry required.
Page 7 Ridgefield Park, memory. The available capacity may change when you New Jersey 07660 upgrade the device. Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Internet: samsung.com ©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, and Multi Window are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Legal...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 .
Page 9 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Data Usage .
Page 10 Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 Google Settings .
Page 11: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 12: Front View
Front View 1. Front camera: Take self‑portraits and record videos of yourself. 2. Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, or to restart it. Press to lock or wake up the screen. 3. Volume key: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio playback.
Page 13: Back View
Back View 1. Simple clickers: Securely attach optional covers (not included) to these retractable attachment points. 2. Speakers: Play music and other sounds. 3. Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included). 4. USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB charger (included) and other optional accessories (not included).
Page 14: 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 and memory cards can pose a choking risk.
Page 15 2. Place the SIM card on the tray. • Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown. 3. Slide the SIM card tray back into the slot. Install an Optional Memory Card You can also install an optional microSD memory ™...
Page 16: Charge The Battery
Charge the Battery Caution: Use only charging devices approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories Li‑Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB may void your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 17 When to Charge the Battery When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
Page 18: 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 19 Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. To lock the device: ► Press the Power key. Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock”...
Page 20: 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 21 “Factory Data Reset” on page 140. 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 22: 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 23: Home Screen
Home Screen 1. Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left). For more information, see “Status Bar” on page 18. 2. App folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder. 3. Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications.
Page 24: 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 25 Wallpapers Add a Widget to a Home Screen You can add a widget to a Home screen. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. from preloaded wallpapers.
Page 26: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts Move a Shortcut You can move a shortcut from one Home screen to You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any another. Home screen. 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 2.
Page 27 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. Create a Folder 1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. You can create an app folder on a Home screen.
Page 28: 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 29 Notification Icons GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active New email: New email has arrived. and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. available from the Google Play store. File download in progress: Download of a file App updates complete: App installation or or app is in progress.
Page 30: 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 31 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 32: Notification Panel
Notification Panel 1. Manage users: Change users or display Users settings. 2. Settings: Display the Settings screen. 3. View all: See all available Quick settings, adjust screen brightness, and more. 4. Clear all: Clear all notifications. 5. Block notifications: Enable or disable notifications from each app.
Page 33: View The Notification Panel
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 34: 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.
Page 35 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 36: 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 37 2. Tap Language and input > Virtual keyboard. Keyboard types: Change the layout of the keyboard. 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Keyboard settings: Access keyboard For more information, see “Samsung keyboard” on settings. page 136. Predictive Text Predictive text suggests words that match your text entries, and can automatically complete common words.
Page 38 Settings Delete text page 136. To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text. Know Your Device...
Page 39: Applications
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 40: Apps List
Apps List The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. Download and Install New Apps Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home screens. For more information, see “Add a Shortcut to a Find new apps to download and install on your device.
Page 41: Uninstall Or Disable Apps
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 Apps > Application manager. install. • 2. Tap Menu > Disabled, and then tap the app you Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
Page 42 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. To change the order apps are listed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
Page 43 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 44: Google Apps
Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Gmail Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service. Chrome Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more. Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to Google your mobile device.
Page 45: Play Music
Maps Play Music Find your current location and get directions and other Play music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit support.google.com/music to learn more. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more. Play Store You must enable location services to use Google Maps ™...
Page 46: Verizon Apps
Verizon Apps Enjoy these apps from Verizon Wireless. My Verizon Pre-installed apps may vary according to your plan. Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more or contact your View details and manage your Verizon Wireless service provider for additional information. account. No airtime or minute charges apply when accessing My Verizon Mobile.
Page 47: Additional Apps
Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Amazon Hancom Office Viewer Shop at amazon.com from your device. View, edit, and create Hancom Office Hanword (*.hwp) ™ ™ and Hanshow (*.show) documents. Visit amazon.com to learn more.
Page 48 SideSync Share screens, windows, and data between a PC and Samsung Android device. Applications Additional Apps...
Page 49: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation Additional Functions You can use your calculator to perform basic You can perform additional functions on your operations. calculator. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. To clear the calculator history: 2.
Page 50: 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 51 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 52 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 53: Camera And Video
Camera and Video 1. Beauty: Take a picture with lightened faces for 5. Camera, Modes, or Effects: Swipe right to gentler images. change the shooting mode. Swipe left to add an effects filter. 2. Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. 6. Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and front 3. Take a picture: Take a picture.
Page 54 • 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 If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos can cameras, swipe the screen up or down.
Page 55: Record Videos
Record Videos Shooting Mode Record high-quality videos using your tablet’s video Several visual effects are available. Some modes are camera. not available when taking self-portraits. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 56: Camera Settings
• • HDR (Rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of and color depth features of the device to objects. produce a brighter and richer picture. Camera Settings • Shot & more: Use various functions with your burst shots after you take them, such as best You can adjust your camera’s settings using the photo, best face, drama, eraser, and panning...
Page 57 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 58 • Floating Camera button: Add an extra Camera button that you can move anywhere on the screen in Auto and Selfie modes. • Volume key function: Use the Volume key to take pictures, record video, zoom, or control system volume. •...
Page 59: 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 60 • World Clock Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing. The World clock lets you keep track of the current time • Alarm tone and volume: Choose a sound to in multiple cities around the globe. play for the alarm, and drag the slider to set the To list a city on the main World clock screen: volume of the alarm.
Page 61 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 62: 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, You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one see “Accounts”...
Page 63: Add A Contact
Add a Contact Tap the label to the right of an entry to choose a label for the field (for example, Use the following procedure to add a new contact. Home or Work). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
Page 64: Share A Contact
Share a Contact Link Contacts You can share a contact using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi When you have contacts from various accounts, you ® Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. location.
Page 65: 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. Mark Contacts as Favorites 3.
Page 66 Groups Rename a Group You can rename a contact group. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. create your own. You might create a group for your 2.
Page 67: Delete A Group
Send an Email to a Group Delete a Group You can send an email to members of a group. Preset groups cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
Page 68: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To access Email: To configure another email account: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Page 69 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 70 Create and Send an Email 3. 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 71: 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. Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account.
Page 72: 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 73: 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. Edit Pictures 2.
Page 74 • 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 75 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 76: Memo
Memo Use Memo to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Memo Edit Memos You can create memos using the Memo app. You can make edits to memos you create. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
Page 77 Memo Options You can edit, share, or manage memos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo. 2. While browsing memos, tap More options for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to delete or move. • Manage categories: Create and manage categories to organize your memos.
Page 78: Message
Message+ This section describes how to create and send a message using the Verizon Messages app. • Create and Send Messages Attach to attach an item, such as a postcard, picture, video, audio recording, Use the Verizon Messages app to send and receive Glympse location, location, contact card, or messages with your friends and family.
Page 79: Read Messages
Read Messages Reply to Messages When you receive a message, your tablet notifies you by Messages you exchange with another person are displaying the New message icon in the Status bar. displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so you can see all the messages in one place. To access a new message: 1.
Page 80 Delete Conversations Protect a Message from Deletion You can delete all the messages you’ve exchanged with You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted another person. even if you delete the other messages in the conversation. 1.
Page 81: Music Player
Music Player 1. More options: View more options. 2. Favorite: Tag this song as a favorite. 3. Volume: Tap to adjust the volume. 4. Song length: View length of the song. 5. Playback controls: Change shuffle or repeat modes, fast-forward or rewind, or play or pause the current song.
Page 82: 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 83: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. • To view files in My Files: Categories 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. Images: View image files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. Audio: View audio files.
Page 84 • Tablet ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. The following options are available: Internal storage: View folders and files located • on the device. Search: Search for a file or folder. • SD card: View folders and files located on the Grid/List: Choose a grid or list style for optional SD card (not included).
Page 85: Video Player
Video Player 1. List: Display a list of all videos. 6. Create AGIFs: Create an animated GIF. 2. More options: View more options. 7. Pop-up: Open the video in a pop-up window. 3. Playback controls: Restart the video, skip to a 8.
Page 86 • 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 device. Use Pop-Up Play 3.
Page 87 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 88: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
Page 89: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings 3. Tap More options > View as standard list to view settings individually such as Airplane mode, Wi-Fi, There are a couple of ways to access your device and Bluetooth. settings. This manual assumes the standard list when referring ►...
Page 90: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1.
Page 91: Wi-Fi
Wi‑Fi Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a wireless Access Point (AP). Turn Wi‑Fi On or Off Wi‑Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi connection Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover status.
Page 92 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 93 • 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 94 Wi‑Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. • Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. Tap Wi‑Fi Direct.
Page 95: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that connects your device wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. Bluetooth Status Indicator The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.
Page 96: Scan For Bluetooth Devices
Scan for Bluetooth Devices 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. Bluetooth.
Page 97 Rename a Paired Device Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) Once you have paired your device to another device, When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two you can rename the paired device to make it easier to devices no longer recognize each other. To connect recognize.
Page 98: Mobile Hotspot And Tethering
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices. Enable Mobile Hotspot Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connection. Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to Mobile hotspot.
Page 99 Allowed Devices List 5. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots and select your device’s Mobile hotspot. Control whether devices connect to your Mobile 6. Enter your device’s Mobile hotspot password on the hotspot with the Allowed devices list. After you add target device. devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Mobile hotspot name and Change the Mobile Hotspot...
Page 100 • 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 101 Tethering Your Device You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering and choose a tethering option: • Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth to pair your device with the computer.
Page 102: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. • Your service provider may account for data usage Mobile data usage: Tap the date shown above differently. the graph to change the time period of the data usage report.
Page 103 3. Tap More options for the following options: • Show units: Change the unit format. • Help: View help topics for data usage. Settings Data Usage...
Page 104: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Mobile networks for options: • Data roaming access: Connect to mobile networks while roaming. • Roaming: Current roaming status (not configurable).
Page 105: More Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More > Nearby device scanning. Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 106: 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 LTE networks at the same time when (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before downloading files over 30 MB in size. setting up a VPN.
Page 107: Connect To A Vpn
Connect to a VPN Edit or Delete a VPN To connect to a VPN: Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete the connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 108: View Your Verizon Account
Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connections. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More > Ethernet and follow the prompts to connect to an Ethernet network. View Your Verizon Account View your Verizon account and data plan information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 109: Sounds And Vibration
Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Change the Sound Mode Adjust the Volume You can switch between sound modes, while preserving Set the system volume level and default volume for the individual sound settings you have made.
Page 110 Vibration Intensity Media Volume Limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You Set the amount of vibration for notifications and haptic can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized users from feedback. changing this setting. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 111 • Calendar notifications: Choose a sound for To activate Do not disturb mode: calendar 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 112 Samsung keyboard is tapped. • • Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung unlock the screen. keyboard is tapped. • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.
Page 113 Advanced Sounds 4. Tap On/Off to enable each option: • Surround: Recreate the effects of rich surround You can enable sound effects when connected to sound. a headset. Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset •...
Page 114: 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 115: Display
Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Brightness Screen Mode Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. or personal preference. You may also want to adjust 1.
Page 116 Screen Zoom and Font Home Screen You can set the screen zoom level and the font size and Customize your Home screen by adding application style. shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 117: Smart Stay
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 118: 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 • Set when to use: Set when your device can go charging.
Page 119: Wallpaper
Wallpaper You can change the appearance of your device with custom wallpapers. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. To change wallpaper: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 120: Advanced Features
Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. Games Other Features Manage useful features while you play games. Configure other useful features. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up the device 1.
Page 121 Pop‑up view action: When an app is open on the screen, adjust the size of the app by swiping down diagonally from either corner of the screen. • Smart capture: Capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately.
Page 122: Storage
Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). • Device Memory System memory: The minimum amount of storage space required to run the system. View and manage the memory used by the device. •...
Page 123: Install A Memory Card
Install a Memory Card 4. Tap Explore to launch My Files to view content stored on your device. You can use a microSD card (not included) to add more memory space to your device. To increase available memory: For more information, see “Install an Optional Memory 1.
Page 124: Remove A Memory Card
Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on When formatting an SD card, you should back up the memory card, unmount the card before removing it your music and photo files that are stored on the card from the device.
Page 125: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. To configure advanced battery settings: 2. Tap Battery for options: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. • Battery usage: View details of battery usage by 2.
Page 126: 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 or your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Page 127: Default Applications
• 5. Tap an application to view and update information Permissions: View permissions granted to the about the application. The following options may be app for access to your device’s information. displayed: • Set as default: Set the app as a default for a •...
Page 128: Application Settings
• Home screen: Choose a Home screen type. • Device assistance app: Choose an app that provides assistance for using your device. Application Settings Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 129: Users
Users Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. Switch User Profiles Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and settings. Users To access the device with a user profile: can also adjust tablet settings like Wi-Fi, which affects everyone.
Page 130 Note: Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles. 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 accounts associated with the user. Settings...
Page 131: Location
Location Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. • Locating Method Battery saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). Before using any features that require location • assistance, you must enable your device’s location Tablet only: Uses GPS only.
Page 132: Location Services
Recent Location Requests Location Services Apps that have requested your location are listed under Google Location History stores and uses your device’s Recent location requests. most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results 1.
Page 133: 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 •...
Page 134 You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity • Info and app shortcuts: Display a dual clock, when logging in to your Samsung account. owner information, or app shortcuts on the Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique Lock screen.
Page 135: Unknown Sources
• • If no fingerprints are registered, you are Samsung account: Verify your identity using prompted to choose a secure screen lock and your fingerprint when logging in to your scan your fingerprint. Follow the prompts to Samsung account.
Page 136: Encrypt Device
Encrypt Device Other Security Settings Protect your device by encrypting its data. Set Up SIM Card Lock 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Require both your SIM card PIN and your ordinary screen lock type when unlocking the device. 2.
Page 137: Security Update Service
Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Settings Lock Screen and Security...
Page 138: Credential Storage
• Credential Storage Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage. Manage your security certificates. If a certificate • authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or from the device and reset the password.
Page 139 • 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 140: Privacy
Privacy Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. • App Permissions Location • Microphone Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device. • Phone 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 141: Private Mode
Private Mode Report Diagnostic Information Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone This feature sends diagnostic information about your else using your device. Private mode is only available device when you are having technical problems. for certain applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 142: Accounts
Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Synchronize Accounts Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of You can synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other content.
Page 143: Account Settings
Account Settings Remove an Account Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, You can remove accounts from your device. you can configure common settings for all accounts of 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. the same type.
Page 144: Google Settings
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. • Customize Google Ads: Configure your Google advertising profile. • Google Cast: Configure your device for playing To customize your Google settings: media on a cast device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 145: Language And Input
Language and Input Configure your device’s language and input settings. Language Default Keyboard You can add languages to your list, and organize them You can select a default keyboard for your device’s according to preference. If an app does not support menus and keyboards.
Page 146: Samsung Keyboard
3. Tap an option to customize: • Other settings: Reset keyboard settings, clear Samsung keyboard personalized data, and view information about Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. the Samsung keyboard. • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type Google Voice Typing...
Page 147 • Physical Keyboards Speech output: Select options for spoken feedback. If you use a physical keyboard with your device, you can • still show the virtual keyboard on the screen. Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing you 1.
Page 148: Pointer Speed
Pointer Speed • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. trackpad (not included). Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 149: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to your Google account. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Google Account Reset Enable backup of your information to your Google Reset device and network settings. You can also reset Account.
Page 150: Factory Data Reset
Reset Network Settings Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is activated. This You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen. settings with Reset network settings.
Page 151 To reset your device: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. 3. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the reset. 4. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device.
Page 152: Date And Time
Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want Select time zone: Choose your local time to set date and time information manually using the zone.
Page 153: 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 154 High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen Samsung keyboard and change its colors to if you are color blind or have difficulty reading increase the contrast between the keys and the the display because of the screen color.
Page 155 Dexterity and interaction More settings • • Universal switch: Control your device with your Text ‑ ‑ speech: Set your preferred TTS customized switches. engine and options. For more information, see “Text ‑ ‑ Speech Options” on page 138 • Assistant menu: Improve the device •...
Page 156 Services • TalkBack: Hear spoken feedback to describe what you touch, select, and activate. • Switch access: Control your device using configurable key combinations. Other installed accessibility services may be listed and configured under Services. Settings Accessibility...
Page 157: Accessories
Accessories Configure options when using a book cover (not included). Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is turned off. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories > Automatic unlock to enable or disable this feature.
Page 158: 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 • User manual • My Verizon Mobile • Icon glossary • Getting started •...
Page 159: About Tablet
Icon glossary: View a list of icons used on your device. • 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 Tablet...
Page 160: System Updates
System Updates Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap System updates > Check for system updates. • Tap Show system update history to view previous software updates. •...

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