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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Exciting Features Featured Usage Tips Camera Tips More Features New Device New Device Configuration Gestures and Operations Take a Screenshot of Your Entire Screen Home Screen Navigation Bar Notification Panel and Status Bar Set a Lock Screen Password to Protect Your Privacy Home Screen Management Contacts Managing Business Cards...
  • Page 3 Contents Email Manage Email Accounts Set Auto Response for Exchange Email Calendar Navigate the Calendar Notepad Manage Your Notes to Keep Your Records in Order Utilities Check Your Screen Time Use Recorder to Make Audio Notes Multiple Users Set and Use Multiple Users Device Connection Connect Your Phone to Bluetooth Devices Connecting USB Device...
  • Page 4 Contents Smart Assistance Access Phone Functions from Anywhere with Navigation Dock System Change the Input Method Accessibility General Settings System Update Performing an Online Update Legal Notice Legal Notice Personal Information and Data Security More Information Get More...

  • Page 5: Exciting Features

    Exciting Features Featured Usage Tips Enroll Your Facial Information to Enable Face Unlock Face unlock allows you to quickly unlock your Phone by holding it up to your face. Only the owner can enable Face unlock. This feature is not available for users or guests, and not supported in PrivateSpace either.

  • Page 6: Camera Tips

    Exciting Features recognition, and set the Face unlock method to Direct unlock. Then, open Settings, go to Smart assistance > Motion control > Pick up, and select Wake device. Access Phone Functions from Anywhere with Navigation Dock In order to close an app or return to the home screen, you must use the navigation bar at the bottom of your Phone.
  • Page 7 Exciting Features Shooting scenery: Go to Camera > More > 3D panorama. Touch and hold , then follow the onscreen prompts to slowly move your Phone around your subject in one direction. Release to stop shooting. After shooting, touch the camera thumbnail, and then touch above the photo to generate a 3D panoramic photo.

  • Page 8: More Features

    Exciting Features Update shooting modes: To update shooting modes, go to the More screen. The shooting modes with available updates will have red dots next to them. You can follow the onscreen prompts to update them. Delete shooting modes: Go to More > , and touch to delete unneeded shooting modes.
  • Page 9 Exciting Features Manage Your Home Screen Widgets Want to quickly add widgets such as screen lock, weather, notepad, clock, contacts, or calendar to your home screen? You can add, move or delete home screen widgets to tidy up your home screen and ease your usage experience.
  • Page 10 Exciting Features Open Settings, go to Home screen & wallpaper > Home screen style, and select Drawer. If you want to switch back to a standard home screen, select Standard. Add an app icon from app drawer to the home screen: After you enable app drawer, touch on the home screen to enter the app list.

  • Page 11: New Device

    New Device New Device Configuration Enroll Your Facial Information to Enable Face Unlock Face unlock allows you to quickly unlock your Phone by holding it up to your face. Only the owner can enable Face unlock. This feature is not available for users or guests, and not supported in PrivateSpace either.
  • Page 12 New Device recognition, and set the Face unlock method to Direct unlock. Then, open Settings, go to Smart assistance > Motion control > Pick up, and select Wake device. Enroll a Fingerprint You can enroll a fingerprint on your Phone and then use your fingerprint to unlock your screen or access your Safe or App Lock without a password.
  • Page 13 New Device Connect to a Wi-Fi Network: Open Settings, go to Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi, and enable Wi-Fi. Touch a Wi-Fi network to access it, and enter the network password or complete the authentication if required. Alternatively, you can scroll to the bottom of the menu, touch Add network, and follow the onscreen instructions to add a network hotspot by entering its name and password.

  • Page 14: Gestures And Operations

    Gestures and Operations Take a Screenshot of Your Entire Screen Use combo key to take screenshot: Simultaneously press and hold the Power button and the Volume down button to take a screenshot of the full screen. Use shortcut switch to take screenshot: Swipe down from the status bar and open the shortcuts panel, then touch to take a screenshot of the full screen.

  • Page 15: Home Screen

    Home Screen Navigation Bar Configure Your Navigation Bar Layout Using the navigation bar, you can conveniently access the home screen, return to the previous page, exit an app, or view recent apps used. To configure your navigation bar layout, touch Settings, then go to System >...

  • Page 16: Notification Panel And Status Bar

    Home Screen Switch to a recently used app: Swipe left or right on the screen to find the app you want to use, and touch the app tab. Close an app: Swipe up on an app tab to close the corresponding app. Close all apps: Touch to close all apps.

  • Page 17: Home Screen Management

    Home Screen Set a pattern: Unlock your Phone by drawing a preset pattern on the screen. For better security, use a pattern that includes overlapping line segments. Go to Set lock screen password > Change unlock method > Pattern and draw the same pattern twice. The pattern must connect at least 4 dots.
  • Page 18 Home Screen Delete a folder: Open the folder, touch , deselect all the apps, then touch OK. The folder will be deleted automatically and all the app icons in the folder will be moved to your home screen. Rename a folder: Open the folder, touch the folder name and enter a new name. Add or remove app icons from a folder: Open the folder, touch , select or deselect apps and then touch OK.
  • Page 19 Home Screen Modify screen page order: Touch and hold the screen page you want to move, then drag it to the desired position. Set a default home screen page: Touch in the upper part of the home screen to set the selected screen page as your default home screen page.
  • Page 20 Home Screen Check that there are enough empty spaces on the home screen for the widget. If there is not enough space, add an empty screen page or free up some space on the current home screen page. Delete widgets: Touch and hold a widget on the home screen until your Phone vibrates, and then select Remove.

  • Page 21: Contacts

    Contacts Managing Business Cards Scan Business Cards to Add Them to Contacts Open Contacts, go to Business cards > Scan, and you can: Scan a single business card: Place the business card on a flat surface and adjust the camera's focus frame so that the contents on the business card are clearly displayed in the viewfinder, then touch Scan multiple business cards: Switch to Multiple mode and follow the onscreen instructions to...

  • Page 22: Managing Contacts

    Contacts Share your business card: Open Contacts and touch My card to set your profile picture and enter your name, work address, telephone number, and other information. Then touch and your device will automatically generate your QR code business card. You can share your business card directly using the QR code.

  • Page 23: Merging Third-Party App Contacts

    Contacts Export contacts: Select Export to storage, Export to SIM, or Share contacts and follow the onscreen instructions. By default, .vcf files exported through Export to storage are saved in the root directory of your device's internal storage. Open Files to view exported files. Manage Your Contacts The Contacts app gives you a host of features for managing your contacts.
  • Page 24 Contacts View a Sender's Job Description If you've just started a new job, you'll need to quickly figure out what all of your new colleagues do. You can associate a social media account (such as LinkedIn) with your email contacts. The job information of email senders will then be displayed on the email details screen.

  • Page 25: Dialing

    Dialing Basic Calling Functions Make Emergency Calls In an emergency situation, if your Phone is powered on and within the service area, you can make emergency calls even if the screen is locked or there is no mobile reception. The emergency call feature is subject to your local regulations and Internet service provider. Network issues or environmental interference may lead to failed emergency calls.

  • Page 26: Volte

    Dialing VoLTE VoLTE: Make Calls and Use Data at the Same Time VoLTE (Voice over LTE) allows both call and data services to be carried on the same 4G network, which means you can use the Internet even while making calls. VoLTE also provides you with shorter call connection times and higher quality voice and video calls.

  • Page 27: Message

    Message Basic Messaging Functions Send Messages Text messages give you a quick and easy way to communicate with friends, family and colleagues. In addition to text, you can also add emojis or insert pictures and audio files to enrich your messages. Send a message: Open Messages.

  • Page 28: Camera

    Camera Basic Camera Functions Use Camera to Record Videos Besides taking pictures, you can also use the camera to capture high resolution videos with sound. Record a video: Open Camera > Video, touch to start recording a video. Take a picture while recording a video: You can touch to take a picture when recording a video.
  • Page 29 Camera Spiral composition method: Use either Fibonacci spiral (left) or Fibonacci spiral (right). Place the subject of your photo within the center of the spiral.

  • Page 30: Use Portrait Mode To Take Stunning Portraits

    Camera Use Portrait Mode to Take Stunning Portraits Want to make your selfies or group shots even more beautiful? Portrait mode provides you with customized options to make every photo beautiful and memorable. Enable Portrait mode and make your photos shine: Open Camera >...

  • Page 31: Use 3D Panorama To Take 360-Degree Photos

    Camera To capture a panorama shot, the camera takes multiple photos of objects within our visual field and stitches them together into a single photo. When taking a panorama, find a wide, open space that is some distance away from the subject and try to avoid backgrounds that are all in one color.

  • Page 32: Light Painting Mode

    Camera Light Painting Mode Use Tail Light Trails to Capture the Lights of the City Tail light trails lets you create artistic photos of car tail lights at night. Shoot from a distance and slightly above your subject for best results. Ensure that car headlights do not point directly at the camera, as this can overexpose the image.
  • Page 33 Camera Open Camera > More > Light painting > Light graffiti. Hold your Phone steady, and then touch to start shooting. A preview of the image is displayed in the viewfinder. Touch when you are finished. Use Silky Water to Capture Rivers and Waterfalls Silky water lets you capture silky smooth photographs of waterfalls and rivers.
  • Page 34 Camera Use Star Track to Capture the Beauty of Stars Star track lets you use your camera to capture the movement of stars in the night sky. For best results, choose a location free of light pollution with an unobstructed view of the sky, and on a clear night.

  • Page 35: More Capture Modes

    Camera More Capture Modes Custom Shooting Modes Want to discover new ways of using your camera besides the preset functions? You can download or delete shooting modes based on your needs. Download more shooting modes: Open Camera > More > Download > More. Select the shooting modes to download, and touch ADD.
  • Page 36 Camera Take moving pictures: Open Camera, touch on the top of your screen, then touch capture. View moving pictures: The captured moving picture will be saved to Gallery in JPG format. Go to Gallery > Albums > Camera. Touch pictures with icon, and touch on the top of the picture to view the dynamic effect.

  • Page 37: Gallery

    Gallery Customize Highlights Albums Want to change the photos and videos in a Highlights album, the background music, or the video template of a Highlights video? You can edit a Highlights album by customizing photos and videos in the album and personalizing the generated video with the background music or template you like. The Highlights album is generated based on the time and location of photos and videos.

  • Page 38: Organize Photo Albums

    Gallery Add or delete photos and videos in the album: To add a photo or video, touch and select the photo or video you want to add, then touch to add the selected item into the album. To delete a photo or video, press and hold any photo or video in the album, then touch , and touch Move to delete the item from the album.
  • Page 39 Gallery Touch , and select the album to move the items into. Once the items are moved, they will no longer be retained in their original locations. Favorite photos and videos: Want to store your favorite photos and videos separately? You can Favorite your special photos and videos for easy viewing.

  • Page 40: Phone Manager

    Phone Manager Enable Smart Power-Saving Management to Optimize Power Consumption Running out of battery at an inopportune time can cause many inconveniences. Smart power-saving management helps you to effectively extend the battery life of your Phone so that you can better enjoy your favorite games and other interests.

  • Page 41: Manage Email Accounts

    Email Manage Email Accounts You can manage multiple email accounts concurrently on your Huawei Phone. Open Email. You can: Check emails: On the Inbox screen, touch , and then select an email account to view the list of your emails. Swipe down to refresh the list of emails. Open an email to read, reply, forward, or delete it.

  • Page 42: Calendar

    Calendar Navigate the Calendar Want to bring order to your busy life? Try using the app Calendar on your Huawei Phone to manage your daily schedule. Search events Go to today Switch between month, week, day and schedule view Events for the day Today Currently displayed day Week number...
  • Page 43 Calendar Check conference participants: Open Calendar, and touch the conference reminder to view the participants.

  • Page 44: Notepad

    Notepad Manage Your Notes to Keep Your Records in Order Want to share important notes or add something to favorites? Manage your notes to keep your records in order. Share a note: Want to send your meeting notes to your colleague? On the list page of All notes or All to-dos, open the note you want to share, then touch to select a sharing method and follow the onscreen prompts.
  • Page 45 Notepad Add a handwritten note: Want to quickly record your drawing or handwriting? Go to Notes > touch , write your notes, and touch to save it. You can write and draw in Notepad. Add tags to notes: Want to easily view the categories of your notes? On the editing page of All notes, touch , and use different colored tags to categorize different content for a clearer view of your notes.

  • Page 46: Utilities

    Utilities Check Your Screen Time Digital balance allows you to check the app usage, and helps you manage your screen time and guides you towards healthier Phone usage habits. To check your Phone usage, open Settings, and go to Digital balance > More. Check today's screen time: Touch Today, and you can check your Screen time, App usage, Unlocks, and EXTENSIONS.

  • Page 47: Multiple Users

    Multiple Users Set and Use Multiple Users Want to have more than one user account on your Phone to keep your work and personal life separate? You can add multiple users to your Phone and switch between them with a single touch. Add Users or Guests A maximum of three users and one guest can be added.
  • Page 48 Multiple Users Touch Settings, and go to Users & accounts > Users. Then, touch the user name or profile picture of the desired user. You will be prompted to enter the password to unlock the screen when switching back to the owner from another user.

  • Page 49: Device Connection

    Device Connection Connect Your Phone to Bluetooth Devices Use Bluetooth to connect your Phone to Bluetooth headsets and in-car Bluetooth to navigate or listen to music while you drive. You can also connect your Phone to Bluetooth wearables to record and manage fitness data.

  • Page 50: Connecting Usb Device

    Device Connection Tethering Connect to Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices Enable or disable Bluetooth: From the home screen, swipe down from the status bar, open the shortcuts panel, and then touch to enable or disable Bluetooth. Touch and hold to open the Bluetooth settings screen.
  • Page 51 Device Connection Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel, and then set your USB connection method to Transfer files. Your computer will automatically install the necessary drivers. After the installation is complete, click the new drive icon named Phone on the computer to view the files on your Phone.

  • Page 52: Huawei Share

    Device Connection USB OTG cable Go to Files > Categories > USB drive, navigate to the USB drive, select the data that you want to copy, and then copy it to the target folder. Once the transfer is complete, go to Settings > Storage > USB drive > Eject. Disconnect the USB OTG cable and USB cable from the two devices.
  • Page 53 Device Connection Both your Phone and computer must be connected to the same network (for example, to the same Wi-Fi network). Use Huawei Share to Quickly Share Files Between Huawei Devices You can use Huawei Share to quickly transfer photos, videos and other files between Huawei devices. Huawei Share uses Bluetooth to detect other nearby Huawei devices and then uses Wi-Fi Direct to quickly transfer files without using mobile data.
  • Page 54 Device Connection Huawei Share Use Huawei Share to send files: Select the files you want to share and then touch Share. To send files, select a receiving device from the list of nearby devices and confirm. Use Huawei Share to receive files: Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel, and then touch to enable Huawei Share.
  • Page 55 Device Connection Then enter the password. You can view the password under Device connectivity > Huawei Share > Verification on computers. View your albums or internal storage. Share files on your Phone with a Mac computer Open Settings, then touch Device connectivity > Huawei Share to enable Huawei Share. Record Name shown on computers.

  • Page 56: Security And Privacy

    Security and Privacy Face Unlock Enroll Your Facial Information to Enable Face Unlock Face unlock allows you to quickly unlock your Phone by holding it up to your face. Only the owner can enable Face unlock. This feature is not available for users or guests, and not supported in PrivateSpace either.

  • Page 57: Fingerprint

    Security and Privacy Pick Up to Lock Open Settings, and go to Security & privacy > Face recognition. When enrolling facial data, select Enable Pick up to wake device to enhance the Face unlock experience, and set the Face unlock method to Direct unlock. Once the setup is complete, you can simply raise your Phone to unlock the screen, without a password or fingerprint.
  • Page 58 Security and Privacy Use Fingerprint Shortcuts for Faster Device Operation Can't reach the shutter button to take a photo, or want a faster way to answer a call or turn off an alarm? You can use any of your fingertips to quickly take photos and answer calls with the fingerprint sensor.
  • Page 59 Security and Privacy Fingerprint unlocking is only available when your unlock method is set to Pattern, PIN or Password. You will be required to unlock your Phone using the screen unlock password after the device is restarted or if your fingerprint is not recognized. Before enrolling a fingerprint, make sure your finger is clean and dry.

  • Page 60: Enable Or Disable Location Services

    Security and Privacy Use a fingerprint to access the Safe: Open Files and touch Safe, you can then access the Safe using your fingerprint. Use a fingerprint to access apps locked by App lock: You can now open locked apps on your home screen using your fingerprint.
  • Page 61 Security and Privacy PrivateSpace provides you with the following features: Hide access to your PrivateSpace: Want to keep your PrivateSpace hidden from other people? You can hide access to your PrivateSpace in the MainSpace to keep your PrivateSpace out of sight. Quickly switch between MainSpace and PrivateSpace: From the lock screen, you can quickly switch between spaces using different fingerprints or passwords.
  • Page 62 Security and Privacy After entering your PrivateSpace, open Settings, go to Security & privacy > PrivateSpace, and enable Hide PrivateSpace. After you hide the entrance to your PrivateSpace, you can only enter the space by using your fingerprint or password on the lock screen. Transfer Files Between Your PrivateSpace and MainSpace Want to quickly transfer private photos, music, or videos to your PrivateSpace, or from your PrivateSpace to your MainSpace?

  • Page 63: Enable App Lock

    Security and Privacy instructions to enter your MainSpace and PrivateSpace passwords. Enter the set security question screen. Set your security question: Touch the security question and either select one of the preset security questions or create your own. Enter the security question answer and touch Finish to enable the security question feature.

  • Page 64: Backup And Restoration

    Backup and Restoration Reset Your Phone If the operating speed of your Phone starts to slow down due to long-term accumulation of caches and residual files, you can reset your Phone to erase these cached files completely and restore your device's factory settings.
  • Page 65 Backup and Restoration If you are using a USB storage device for backup, ensure that your Phone has been connected to a USB storage device. Then touch USB storage and select an appropriate backup record to access. If you are using a shared folder for backup, ensure that your Phone has detected the shared folder on your computer or home NAS devices through Wi-Fi scanning.

  • Page 66: Wi-Fi And Network

    Wi-Fi and Network Wi-Fi Connect to Wi-Fi By connecting your device to a Wi-Fi network, you can effectively save mobile data. To avoid potential security risks (such as unauthorized access to your personal data and financial information), please exercise caution when connecting to a public Wi-Fi network. Connect to a Wi-Fi Network: Open Settings, go to Wireless &...
  • Page 67 Wi-Fi and Network Send files with Wi-Fi Direct: Open Files, touch and hold a file you want to send, and go to More > Share > Wi-Fi Direct. When another device is detected, touch its name to establish the connection and begin file transfer. Receive files with Wi-Fi direct: Enable Wi-Fi.

  • Page 68: Share Your Mobile Network With Other Devices

    Wi-Fi and Network Share Your Mobile Network with Other Devices Have extra mobile data at the end of the month? You can share it with your friends. You can use Wi-Fi hotspot or Bluetooth to share your mobile data with other devices. Use Wi-Fi hotspot to share mobile data: Open Settings and go to Wireless &...
  • Page 69 Wi-Fi and Network Use USB to share mobile data: Use a USB cable to connect your device to a computer. Open Settings, go to Wireless & networks > Tethering & portable hotspot, and enable USB tethering to start sharing your mobile data. Depending on the operating system, you may need to install drivers or establish the relevant network connection on your computer before using this function.

  • Page 70: Apps And Notifications

    Apps and Notifications App Twin: Log In to Two Social Media Accounts at Once Have you ever wished you could log in to two WeChat and Facebook accounts on your Phone without the hassle of constantly switching between them? App twin lets you log in to two WeChat and Facebook accounts at the same time, allowing you to keep your work and private life separate.

  • Page 71: Sound And Display

    Sound and Display Configure Do Not Disturb Mode Do not disturb mode blocks calls from strangers and only notifies you when you receive calls and messages from chosen contacts. Open Settings and go to Sounds > Do not disturb. Toggle on the Do not disturb switch, then touch Do not disturb mode and select one of the following options: Allow calls and messages from important contacts: Select Allow priority interruptions only, and then touch Define priority interruptions to configure which contacts can call or message...

  • Page 72: Use Shortcuts To Access Frequently Used Features

    Sound and Display Set your Phone to Silent mode: From the Sounds screen, enable Silent mode. After you enable Silent mode, enable Vibrate in silent mode. Now when you receive an incoming call, your screen will light up and your device will vibrate. Customize your ringtone and notification tone: From the Sounds screen, select a custom ringtone or use the Notification.

  • Page 73: Storage

    Storage Enable Memory Cleanup Your Phone may slow down over time as your storage space gets smaller. You can use memory cleanup to free up storage space, improve system performance, and keep your Phone running smoothly. Open Phone Manager. Touch Cleanup to clear memory and cache and optimize performance. If your storage space is still low, you can perform a deep clean to free up additional storage space.

  • Page 74: Smart Assistance

    Smart Assistance Access Phone Functions from Anywhere with Navigation Dock In order to close an app or return to the home screen, you must use the navigation bar at the bottom of your Phone. You can enable the Navigation dock feature on your Phone to avoid using navigation buttons and to comfortably operate your device with one hand.

  • Page 75: Change The Input Method

    System Change the Input Method You can change the input method on your Phone as desired. Switch the input method: Open Settings, go to System > Language & input > Default keyboard, and select an input method. Accessibility Enable TalkBack to Have Onscreen Content Read Aloud TalkBack reads aloud content on the screen that you touch, select, or activate.
  • Page 76 System Open Settings, go to System > Language & input > Language, and select the language you want to use. If the language you want is not listed, touch Add language, search and add the language, and then select it. Set Your System Time and Date If you travel abroad or change your SIM card, your Phone will automatically display the time and date provided by the local mobile network.
  • Page 77 System Print Documents and Photos from Your Phone Connect your Phone to a printer over Wi-Fi to print out documents and photos with ease. Mopria allows you to print directly from your Phone to a Mopria-certified printer. The printer connects to your Phone over Wi-Fi. If your printer is not Mopria-certified, contact the printer manufacturer to obtain a plug-in for your model.
  • Page 78 System View Memory and Storage Status Unsure of how much memory and storage you have left after using your Phone for a long time? You can view your Phone's memory and storage information to help you monitor your memory and storage use and decide whether to perform a cleanup.

  • Page 79: System Update

    System Update Performing an Online Update Your Phone will prompt you to download and install a system update when a new version is available. The online update feature allows you to update your Phone quickly and securely. Before performing an online update, ensure that your Phone is connected to the Internet. Online updates require an Internet connection.

  • Page 80: Legal Notice

    Legal Notice Legal Notice Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 2018. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written consent of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. and its affiliates ("Huawei"). The product described in this manual may include copyrighted software of Huawei and possible licensors.
  • Page 81 Legal Notice Third-Party Software Statement Huawei does not own the intellectual property of the third-party software and applications that are delivered with this product. Therefore, Huawei will not provide any warranty of any kind for third party software and applications. Neither will Huawei provide support to customers who use third- party software and applications, nor be responsible or liable for the functions or performance of third- party software and applications.

  • Page 82: Personal Information And Data Security

    Legal Notice Import and Export Regulations Customers shall comply with all applicable export or import laws and regulations and be responsible to obtain all necessary governmental permits and licenses in order to export, re-export or import the product mentioned in this manual including the software and technical data therein. Personal Information and Data Security The use of some functions or third-party applications on your device could result in your personal information and data being lost or becoming accessible to others.

  • Page 83: Get More

    Legal Notice Get More To learn more about a specific feature, search for it in Tips.
  • Page 84 This guide is for your reference only. The actual product, including but not limited to the colour, size, and screen layout, may vary. All statements, information, and recommendations in this guide do not constitute a warranty of any kind, express or implied.

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