Samsung SM-T290 User Manual page 17

Basics
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Place a memory card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
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Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the
tray.
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Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
• I f you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
• F ully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
Launch the Settings app and tap Device care → Storage → → Storage settings → SD
card → Unmount.
Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the
device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing
so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or
device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from
the misuse of external storage devices.
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
Launch the Settings app and tap Device care → Storage → → Storage settings → SD
card → Format.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer's warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
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