Page 1 User guide.
Page 2 T A B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Notification Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 .
Page 9 Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 More Settings .
Page 10 Backup and Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Date and Time .
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 5. Home key/Finger scanner: self‑portraits and record videos Return to the Home screen. of yourself. Activate the Fingerprint security feature. 2. Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, or 6.
Page 13: Back View
Back View 1. Simple clicker: Securely attach 6. Memory card tray: Install optional covers (not included) an optional memory card to these retractable attachment (not included) for storage of points. files. For more information, see “Install an Optional Memory Card” 2. Speaker: Play music and other on page 5.
Page 14: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the Nano SIM Card 2. Place the SIM card on the tray. • Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are down into the device and that the card is provided with a plug‑in SIM card.
Page 15 Install an Optional Memory Card 2. Place the memory card on the tray, positioned as shown. You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC ™ ™ memory card (not included) to add more memory space to your device. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
Page 16 The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and other accessories may invalidate your warranty and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
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 Initial Set Up Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen times out. screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device. To lock the device: Follow the prompts to choose a default language, ►...
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, – or – use Accounts settings. For more information, To create a new Google Account or set up your see “Accounts”...
Page 21 Google Account you want to remove. Note: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service 3. Tap More > Remove account. provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.
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 The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. 1. Status bar: Displays 5. Home screen indicator: device status icons Indicates which (right) and notification Home screen is currently icons (left). For more visible. information, see 6. App shortcuts: Launches “Status Bar”...
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: 2. Use these options to manage screens: • ► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap Add.
Page 25 • Widgets Flipboard Briefing: Swipe to the left of the screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen. Widgets are simple application extensions that To enable or disable this feature, tap On/Off at run on a Home screen. There are many kinds of the top of the screen.
Page 26 Remove a Widget Remove a Shortcut You can remove a widget that you added to a Home You can remove a shortcut that you added to a Home screen. Removing a widget does not delete the widget, screen. Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it it just removes the widget from the Home screen.
Page 27 Folders 4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it. • To add more apps, touch and hold an app Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. shortcut and drag it to the folder. Create a Folder Remove a Folder from a Home Screen 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. Use the following motions and gestures on your • touchscreen to navigate the device. Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to 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: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. •...
Page 32: Notification Panel
Notification Panel 1. Manage users: Display the 6. Notification card: View details Users screen. about a notification. 2. View all: See all available 7. Screen brightness: Adjust Quick settings. screen brightness. 3. Quick connect: Search for 8. Quick settings: Quickly enable nearby devices to connect or disable a feature.
Page 33 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 Quick Connect 3. Tap a device from the list and select an option to begin sharing. Search for nearby devices automatically to connect to them quickly and easily. To disconnect from a device: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the 1.
Page 35: Multi Window
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window Controls Window controls in the middle of the window border. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature.
Page 36 Activate Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together You can also launch recently used apps directly into on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, Multi window view. Only applications that support adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy Multi window have the Multi window icon.
Page 37: 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 38 2. Tap Language and input. Keyboard settings: Access keyboard settings. 3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. For more information, see “Samsung Keyboard” on page 131. Predictive Text Predictive text suggests words that match your text entries, and can automatically complete common words.
Page 39 For more information, see “Google Voice Typing” on page 132. 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. Know Your Device...
Page 40: Applications
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 41: Apps List
Apps List The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. 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 42 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 Applications > Application manager. install. 2. Tap Menu > Disabled, and then tap the app you •...
Page 43 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 Apps own custom order. list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. To change the order apps are listed: 2.
Page 44 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 > Edit. 2. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Remove folder.
Page 45: Google Apps
Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Drive Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs ™ and files. Chrome Visit drive.google.com to learn more about Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, Google Drive ™...
Page 46 Google Photos Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. contents of your device. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Hangouts Google Photos ™ Meet friends and family online, share photos, host Play Movies &...
Page 47 Play Store Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store to learn more. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos right from your ™ device. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications Google Apps...
Page 48: Verizon Apps
Verizon Apps Enjoy these apps from Verizon Wireless. My Verizon Mobile Certain apps require a data plan or paid subscription. 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 49: Additional Apps
Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Hancom Office Viewer View, edit, and create Hancom Office Hanword ™ (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) documents. SideSync Share screens, windows, and data between a PC and Samsung Android device.
Page 50: 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. The Calculator app also provides advanced calculator. arithmetic functions. To clear the calculator history: 1.
Page 51: 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 52 Share an Event 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. You can share events you create from your Calendar. 2. Tap Tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task. 2.
Page 53 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 54: Camera And Video
Camera and Video 1. Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos. 6. More settings: Configure other camera settings. 2. Record video: Record a video. 7. Picture size: Change the picture size (resolution and screen ratio). 3. Take a picture: Take a picture. 8.
Page 55 Take Pictures 3. Before taking the photo, you can tap the icons to access various camera options and settings. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. 4. Tap Take a picture to take the picture. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 56 • Shooting Mode Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone Several visual effects are available. Some modes are while taking pictures. not available when taking self-portraits. • Panorama: Create a linear image by taking 1.
Page 57 Camera Settings 3. Tap Settings to configure settings for the Camera. Available options vary depending on the You can adjust your camera’s settings using the camera or recording mode used. icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
Page 58 • Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as the camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key. • Shutter sound: Enable or disable a shutter sound when pictures are taken. • Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. • Help: View information on using the camera.
Page 59: 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 > Chrome. 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 60: 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 61 • Delete an Alarm Options: Tap to view and set the following options: You can delete an alarm that you have created. Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm uses 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. sound, vibration, or sound and vibration to 2.
Page 62 World Clock Stopwatch The World clock lets you keep track of the current time The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a in multiple cities around the globe. hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
Page 63 Timer The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap Timer. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer. The following options are available: •...
Page 64: 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 65 Add a Contact More for additional fields. Use the following procedure to add a new contact. Tap the label to the right of an entry to choose a label for the field (for example, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 66 Share a Contact Link Contacts When you share a contact, the contact’s information is When you have contacts from various accounts, you sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single...
Page 67 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. Favorites are displayed 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. together on the Favorites tab in the Contacts app. 2.
Page 68 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 69 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 70: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To access Email: The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 71 View Multiple Email Accounts Manage Your Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. on the Combined view screen or you can view email ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 72 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 73 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 More > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts. 4.
Page 74: 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 available if there are images or videos in the Gallery. an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap an image or video.
Page 75 Play Videos 4. Tap Export to save the video. Modify the File name or Resolution, and then tap Export to confirm the You can play videos stored on your device. changes. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. Image Options 2.
Page 76 • Share Images and Videos More: Rotate left: Rotate the picture You can share images and videos from your Gallery. counter-clockwise. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. Rotate right: Rotate the picture clockwise. 2. Tap a folder to open it. Details: View and edit information about 3.
Page 77 Delete Images and Videos You can delete images and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap More > Edit. 4. Tap images and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all images and videos.
Page 78: 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 79 Browse Memos 3. Tap a memo, and then tap one of the following options: You can browse memos you create. • Share: Send the memo to others using a variety ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo. of sharing methods or social media. •...
Page 80: 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 81 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 82 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 83: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. • To view files in My Files: SD card: View folders and files located on the optional SD card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 84 Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you Delete shortcut: Delete a shortcut you sign in to. created. Sort by: Change the sort order of the files. My Files Options Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, conceal hidden files.
Page 85: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
Page 86: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Search for Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain settings. setting, you can use the Search feature. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 87: 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. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1.
Page 88: 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: and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs.
Page 89 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 90 Wi‑Fi Options Smart network switch: Connect automatically to a mobile network The Wi‑Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of connection when the Wi‑Fi connection is your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. unstable. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 91 • Wi‑Fi Direct Status Indicator Manage networks: Manage your saved Wi-Fi network connections. Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi Direct • connection status. Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi • networks, and other settings. When your device is connected to another device using Wi‑Fi Direct, Wi‑Fi Direct is displayed in Wi‑Fi Direct...
Page 92: 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 93 Scan for Bluetooth Devices Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, may be different, and functions such as transfer or you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices.
Page 94 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 95: 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 96 Allowed Devices List 5. Scan for Wi‑Fi hotspots and select the target device from the list. 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.
Page 97 • 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 98 Timeout Settings Tethering Your Device Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your connected devices. device’s Internet connection with a computer. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 99: 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 Alert me about data usage: Receive alerts when differently. your device has reached the set warning amount of data usage.
Page 100 • Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads. • Show units: Change the unit format. •...
Page 101: More Settings
More Settings The More connection settings allow you to configure a variety of connectivity settings for your device. Nearby Device Scanning Mobile Networks Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them Control your device’s access to networks and mobile up easily.
Page 102 Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Printing Note: Download booster uses mobile data services. Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). To turn on Download booster: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 103 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks To connect to a VPN: (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. setting up a VPN. For more information, see 2.
Page 104 Nearby Devices Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, delete the connection. Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile hotspot. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 105 • Download to: Allow downloading of data to your device or optional memory card (not included). • Receive files from other devices: Set a default for receiving files. View Your Verizon Account View your Verizon account and data plan information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 106: Sounds And Vibrations
Sounds and Vibrations 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 call the individual sound settings you have made.
Page 107 • Vibration Intensity Calendar notifications: Choose a sound for calendar notifications, and enable or disable Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, vibration alert. notifications, and haptic feedback. • Email notifications: Configure email account 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 108 Set Schedule Allow Exceptions This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on This option lets you customize which notifications are or off automatically at scheduled times. Scheduling is allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode. not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned 1.
Page 109 Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you • unlock the screen. Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected. •...
Page 110 Sound Quality and Effects You can enable sound effects when connected to a headset. Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset (not included) is connected. Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 111: 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 to enable or disable notifications. •...
Page 112: Display And Wallpaper
Display and Wallpaper Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Adjust the Screen Brightness Wallpaper Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with or personal preference. You may also want to adjust wallpaper.
Page 113 Enable Icon Frames 4. Tap an image to preview it, and then tap Set as wallpaper. You can show icons with frames around them to make • Tap From Gallery for additional wallpapers. them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen.
Page 114 Set the Screen Timeout Select a Screen Mode Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 115 Screen Saver 5. Tap More for additional options: • Preview: See a demonstration of Screen saver. The Screen saver setting controls what is displayed on the screen when the device is docked (dock not • Select when to use: Select when your device can included) or while charging.
Page 116: Advanced Features
Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. • You can control certain device actions by picking up Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the the device and by touching the screen with the palm of screen by swiping the edge of your hand across your hand or turning over the device.
Page 117: Storage
Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). • Device Memory Available space: The amount of storage space currently available. View and manage the memory used by the device. • System memory: The minimum amount of 1.
Page 118 • Install a Memory Card Cached data: The amount of data currently cached. You can use a microSD or microSDHC card (not included) to add more memory space to your 5. Tap Explore to launch My Files to view content device. stored on your device.
Page 119 Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card To prevent damage to information stored on the When formatting an SD card, you should back up memory card, unmount the card before removing it your music and photo files that are stored on the card from the device.
Page 120: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. • 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Past and predicted usage: View estimated usage time remaining based on your usage over 2. Tap Battery for options: the last 7 days. •...
Page 121: Applications Settings
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. Application Manager 4. Tap More for the following options: • Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size or You can download and install new applications on your name. device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Page 122 • Manage Apps Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage. • You can view and update information about an Data usage: View mobile data usage. application, including memory usage, default settings, • Permissions: View permissions granted to the and permissions. Options vary by application. app for access to your device’s information.
Page 123 Default Applications Application Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, such Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. in one convenient location. You can also use a simpler Home screen that provides 1.
Page 124: Users
Deleting a user’s profile removes the user everyone. account from the device entirely. This includes the Restricted profiles allow only limited access to apps user’s Google Account, Samsung account, and any and content. other local accounts associated with the user. Set Up User Profiles To delete a user or profile: 1.
Page 125 Switch User Profiles To access the device with a user profile: ► From a Lock screen, tap Manage users, and tap a profile. – or – From the Notification panel, tap Manage users, and tap a profile. Change User Account Nicknames and Photo IDs The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under My profile at the top of...
Page 126: Location
Location Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. • Locating Method Power saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). Before using any features that require location • GPS only: Uses GPS only.
Page 127 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 128: 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 129 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 130 • • If no fingerprints are registered, you are Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity prompted to choose a secure screen lock and using your fingerprint when logging in to your scan your fingerprint. Follow the prompts to Samsung account.
Page 131 Unknown Sources Encrypt SD Card Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your memory card (not included) when you first access it 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. after powering on your device. 2.
Page 132 PIN. Wi-Fi network. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send View Passwords security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Display password characters briefly as you type them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings >...
Page 133 Device Administration 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage Manage your device administrators and application options: installation privileges. • Storage type: Select a storage location for 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 134 • 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 135: 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 136 Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprints) is required to use Private mode. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 137: 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 138 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 139: Google Settings
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. • Customize Google Security: Configure the Android Device Manager and apps security settings. To customize your Google settings: • Set up nearby device: Set up another device 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 140: Language And Input
Language and Input Configure your device’s language and input settings. Set Your Default Language Default Keyboard You can select a default language for your device’s You can select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards. menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store.
Page 141 Apps > Settings. • Key‑tap feedback: Play a tone or see character previews while typing. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: • Customization: Use alternative characters, text • shortcuts, change the keyboard size, or use a Languages and types: Set the keyboard high contrast keyboard.
Page 142 • Google Voice Typing Block offensive words: Hide search results that contain offensive words. Speak rather than type your text entries using Google • Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from voice typing. a Bluetooth headset (not included) if one is 1.
Page 143 • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
Page 144: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. • Backup and Restore Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers. Enable backup of your information to your Google When enabled, backed-up settings are restored Account.
Page 145 Reset Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all Restore your device to its default settings. data from your device. Reset Settings This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, You can reset your device to its factory default settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded which resets everything except the security, language,...
Page 146 Note: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 24 hours after changing your password to perform a factory data reset on your device. Before resetting your device: 1. Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage area.
Page 147: 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 148: Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • You can download additional accessibility applications Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all from the Google Play store. times for privacy. •...
Page 149 • Hearing High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the • Samsung keyboard and change its colors to Turn off all sounds: Turn off all notifications and increase the contrast between the keys and the audio for privacy. background.
Page 150 • Dexterity and interaction Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to • remind you of any unread notifications. Universal switch: Control your device with your customized switches. • Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms or • calendar events with a single tap. Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
Page 151: 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 this feature.
Page 152: 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 guide • My Verizon Mobile • Icon glossary • Getting started •...
Page 153: About Device
Status bar. • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device. • Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. Settings About Device...
Page 154: System Updates
System Updates Use System updates to update your device’s software. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap System updates. 3. Tap Check for system updates, and follow the prompts to check for available software updates to download and install.

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