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Galaxy
The Complete Manual
The independent handbook for Galaxy users
For Tab,
Note, S6 &
S7

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  • Page 1 Samsung Galaxy The Complete Manual The independent handbook for Galaxy users For Tab, Note, S6 &...
  • Page 3 Whether it’s the S7, S6 Edge+, Tab A or Note, each Galaxy combines superb hardware with a range of fantastic built- in software. In this revised edition of Samsung Galaxy The Complete Manual, we take you through everything you need to know to get the most from your Galaxy. From how to make use of your device’s camera, to how to...
  • Page 5 This bookazine is fully independent and not affiliated in any way with the companies mentioned herein. Samsung products are trademarks of Samsung Electronic Co. Ltd Samsung is a trademark of Samsung in the United States & other countries Samsung Galaxy The Complete Manual Twelfth Edition © 2016 Imagine Publishing Ltd...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents What you can i nd inside the bookazine Getting started The apps Introducing the Settings, part 1 Contacts Samsung Galaxy Network Store people’s connections contact details Settings, part 2 Messaging Personalise your Send SMS and Samsung Galaxy MMS messages...
  • Page 7 Kindle for Samsung Read books Music Player Listen to tunes on the go Maps Video Player S Planner Use turn-by-turn Watch HD videos Keep track of navigation on your device dates and tasks Google Drive Kids Mode S Voice Store your files...
  • Page 8 Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Just got a Samsung Galaxy device? Then discover how hard it can work on your behalf Smartphones and tablets could be considered something of a beauty and the beast of the modern age. They are certainly beautiful to look at, many boasting sleek and stylish designs that are comfortable to hold and jaw- dropping in terms of design.
  • Page 9 Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Getting started “We’ll outline exactly why you’ll ind it hard to put your Galaxy device down”...
  • Page 10 Galaxy devices are versatile micro-computers that are capable of managing every aspect of your life – and there’s a model to suit everyone. The Samsung Galaxy S7 is poised to take over as the company’s l agship device, boasting exquisite design, an ultra- responsive interface, an impeccably sharp display and lightning- quick charging to keep it all topped up.
  • Page 11 Samsung device Android apps (as well as music, movies, books and games). Galaxy devices are also well provided for by Samsung too. TouchWiz is Samsung’s own user interface that makes controlling Galaxy devices easier by providing shortcuts to your everyday tasks – and it is layered over the top of the Android interface with the two working in perfect unison.
  • Page 12 Getting started Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Essential Galaxy downloads Evernote This brilliant app makes it hard to forget anything as you can create quick and easy typed, handwritten, voice or photo notes whenever you need to. Everything you create is synced and updated on all your devices.
  • Page 13 Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Getting started Galaxy accessories Wireless charging pad Galaxy Note S Pen Samsung Gear S2 Classic If there is a curse of the modern mobile age then This sleek and stylish stylus is designed for use This classic-looking watch gives you the...

  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Samsung Galaxy

    Getting started Setting up your Samsung Galaxy Setting up your Samsung Galaxy The i rst few minutes you have with your Galaxy device will be spent setting it up. Invest time in this for an enjoyable and productive future...
  • Page 15 Setting up your Samsung Galaxy Getting started Language When you take your new Samsung Galaxy device out of its box and have fully charged its battery, you will be ready to start using it. There is a setup procedure to go through first, however. Your first task is to tell your new Samsung what your language is.
  • Page 16 You’ll get an email to verify your account (Fig 5). Backup and restore You can set up your Samsung account so that it will back up call logs, SMS and MMS messages, settings and other data (Fig 6). If you...
  • Page 17 Setting up your Samsung Galaxy Getting started Try again You might find that the name you want to use has already been taken, and thus decide to try a new name instead. You can get Google to suggest some alternatives based on your first choice, or simply keep trying different choices until one that suits you appears by entering them and pressing Try again (Fig 7).
  • Page 18 Getting started The first steps Learn the home screen Here we show you around your Samsung Galaxy’s home screen and notii cations bar, then teach you the interaction gestures to use Common icons Wi-Fi signal This icon shows your Wi-Fi signal...
  • Page 19 The first steps Getting started Hand gestures on your Galaxy There are many ways in which you can interact with Fig 1 Simply tap the screen to select things your Galaxy’s touchscreen interface… Tap When you want something to happen with your Galaxy you generally have to touch the screen, and arguably the most basic of all the gestures is the tap (Fig 1).
  • Page 20 Fig 1 Simply lift the handset to call Samsung Galaxy devices have a few of their own… Direct call If a contact’s details, such as their call log entry or a text message, are visible on the screen then the mere act of raising your Galaxy to your ear will be enough to call them.
  • Page 21 Refresh with a wrist-flick Shake to update There are lots of apps that update their content regularly. Email, news apps and the Samsung weather widget are a few examples. You can force updates of these apps by interacting with the refresh buttons, but the Galaxy also lets you update by just shaking it (Fig 6).
  • Page 22 Getting started How to use your Galaxy How to use your Galaxy Now you know how to interact with your device, it’s time to start using it When you get your new Galaxy up and running you’re going to want to start making the most of it right away.
  • Page 23 How to use your Galaxy Getting started Switch your device on and off Power options Hold the button down to see more power options. Switch on The on/off button will most likely be on the top or the right long edge of your device.
  • Page 24 The volume keys You can change the volume of audio on your Galaxy using the Volume ‘rocker’ button that’s usually found on the left long edge. Pressing Earphone controls You can also use the top end raises the volume while pressing the bottom end lowers it. your Samsung earphones’ controls.
  • Page 25 How to use your Galaxy Getting started Using the notifications area Quick settings Tile icon Icons at the top of the To display all quick screen let you make settings tap the top-right quick adjustments to the tile icon. Tap on the settings and feature buttons to access the apps or turn on or off...
  • Page 26 Getting started How to use your Galaxy Organise apps with folders Name it You’ll be asked to give the new folder a name, so type away. Drag the app You can put apps into folders by dragging them onto the Create Folder icon that appears at the top of screen when you ‘pick one up’...
  • Page 27 How to use your Galaxy Getting started Inside the App Drawer Adding widgets Menu options Press and hold on a home Tap here to create folders, screen to bring up options uninstall/disable apps and to add widgets relating to much more your apps All the apps All the apps...
  • Page 28 Getting started How to use your Galaxy Multitasking on your device All open apps You can see all your currently opened apps here. Scroll vertically to see more Start multitasking If you tap the recents key on your device then you will be taken to this screen Swipe to close To close a single app,...
  • Page 29 How to use your Galaxy Getting started Share your content Where to share Tap the icon and then choose the app to share with. Share files If you have files such as images or audio that you would like to share with other people, you can tap the share icon that appears whenever it can be Attach and share Follow the used.
  • Page 30 Menu button from the home screen and selecting Settings, allows you to control every aspect of your device. Play Store Google Play is the main hub for content on your Samsung Galaxy device. Here you can browse, download and share apps, games, movies, music, books and magazines.
  • Page 31 Control your viewing hub Video Supporting subtitles and a range of file formats, Video Player is your Samsung Galaxy’s main viewing screen. You can browse the files on your device, queue videos up and hit play. Smart Remote This versatile app not only transforms your Galaxy device into a remote control for your TV and set-top box, but it also sources and recommends shows to watch.

  • Page 32: Network Connections

    The apps Settings – Network connections Settings – Network connections You’ll use it to… Get online Use Wi-Fi and the mobile phone network to get in Surf the web contact with the world Distribute music Share tracks between devices Pass on pictures Share photos between devices Introducing Settings Personalise your device...
  • Page 33 Settings – Network connections The apps of your data connection and onto your home Wi-Fi is seamless. Share via S Beam This will matter a lot if your network data allowance is low. Wi-Fi passwords can be a complex mix of letters and numbers, and it can be tricky to enter them correctly.
  • Page 34 The apps Settings – Personalisation Settings – Personalisation Change your Galaxy to suit your tastes You’ll use it to… Change the font Customising your Make your menus more readable Galaxy device Set your lock screen Customise the available options When you i rst set up your Pick ringtones Galaxy device, many settings Give your friends bespoke alerts...
  • Page 35 Settings – Personalisation The apps it’s really much more about vibration – as is full vibration, of course, Set ringtones and alerts which you can use for an alert if you want to turn the ringtone volume of . You can even make changes to that in order to make it stronger or weaker in dif erent circumstances (Fig 2).
  • Page 36 The apps Settings – Personalisation Change the lock screen The lock screen isn’t just a screen that appears when your handset has timed out; it can also provide you with some very useful functions. On the Galaxy S5, you can set it to display lots of dif erent kinds of information, including a clock, weather data and a rolling ‘ticker’...
  • Page 37 Settings – Personalisation The apps Enable Power saving Add your owner details to the lock screen in case your missing device is found by someone To get started with this feature, tap on Toolbox under the Sound Power saving Head over to the and Display settings and then move the Toolbox slider to the On Settings menu and slide on the Power saving mode.

  • Page 38: Change The

    Change the language settings When you set your Samsung Galaxy device up for the i rst time, you need to tell it your preferred language. However, there’s more to the language settings area than just telling your Galaxy what language it should use as its main one;...
  • Page 39 Quick Settings. technology sits within the home button on your device and Samsung has already made this feature available to third-party developers to integrate into separate apps (the PayPal app is the i rst to utilise the Finger Scanner for added security).
  • Page 40 Settings – Device Check storage space Your Samsung Galaxy has a set amount of space for storage, and once that is full you will i nd that you can’t cram anything else onto it unless you remove something to save space.
  • Page 41 (wipe all the data of it). Use the security settings After you’ve owned a Samsung Galaxy for a little while, you will i nd that it will have all sorts of personal information stored on it. This could include contact details, Facebook logins, logins for a range of other apps, web-based services and more.

  • Page 42: Android Wear

    Wear works in conjunction with Play music offline your Samsung Galaxy. Store your favourite songs to your watch for when your Galaxy’s not around Get directions...

  • Page 43: Wear Device

    You can then view this data as a short graph on your watch, or in detail on your Galaxy. If you’re using a Samsung Gear Live Confirm pairing To confirm step up tap the tick mark on smartwatch, this will relay i tness data directly to your Galaxy’s S...

  • Page 44: Google Play

    The apps Google Play Google Play Get more content onto your Galaxy device by using the Google Play store You’ll use it to… Introducing Google Play Download apps Google Play is constantly Add paid and free apps to your device expanding with new content Rent movies Watch the latest blockbuster films...
  • Page 45 Google Play The apps you will then have access to further content, like additional maps Refund an app and routes, that can be purchased individually within the app. With so much on ofer, you should download some apps right away! Managing apps After downloading some apps, the chances are that they will require an update at some point.
  • Page 46 The apps Google Play Play Music One of the biggest areas of the Google Play store that has expanded recently is the Play Music section (Fig 3). After signing contracts with numerous producers, Play Music now rivals the likes of iTunes and Spotify, especially with its new All Access subscription service.
  • Page 47 Google Play The apps Share an app Some of the biggest novels are free to download so keep an eye out for them playlists and perfect the sound quality using the built-in equaliser. Find an app Go to a specific If you’ve any sort of interest in music then Play Music is deinitely app’s information page on the Google Play store.
  • Page 48 The apps Google Play Rate an app Some i lms are also available for you to watch in HD so make sure you explore all the options Play Newsstand Download an app Download Google Play Newsstand is a new app that replaces Play Magazines and install an app on your Galaxy phone or tablet.
  • Page 49 Quality is great and if you’re lucky enough to have a Samsung device with a Super AMOLED screen then your movie-viewing experience will be even better. If you’re interested in getting the latest movies on your phone or tablet, look no further than the Play Movies hub where you’ll i nd the history of Tinseltown...

  • Page 50: Download Apps

    The process of downloading apps onto your Samsung Galaxy device is fairly simple, but does require several steps. First and foremost you’ll need to i nd an app you want to download. You can do this by either using the search tool at the top of the app (Fig 2), or going through the correct category.
  • Page 51 Download an app before downloading an app. Scroll to the bottom of an app’s page and you can ind genuine reviews posted by other Samsung Galaxy users who have downloaded it. Also on the app’s page are other essential details, including who the developer is, how many downloads the app has had and the current version of the app.
  • Page 52 Samsung account to download the app. The next step is to make sure you’re signed into your primary Samsung account at the bottom of the Fig 3 (above) Manage your sync...
  • Page 53 S Memo Use S Memo to share want to download later and open up icon at the top-right of the app to and sync the app link with other its page on Galaxy Apps. wishlist it and save for later. Samsung devices.

  • Page 54: Phone

    The apps Phone Phone You can do more than just call Using your phone You’ll use it to… Whatever else your Galaxy can do, it will be able to Talk to people make and take phone Make phone calls calls. That’s the essence Quickly dial numbers Set up a favourites list of any phone, and your...
  • Page 55 Phone The apps (Fig 2). If there is more than one match then you can tap the drop- Make a call down arrow to the right to see them all or keep typing until there is just one match. When you’ve found who you need, tap the green dial button to make a call or the video call button instead.
  • Page 56 The apps Phone Create a blacklist There may be certain people who have your mobile number but who you’d rather not take calls from. Whether they are ex-partners, old clients or pesky call centres, we all have certain numbers we’d like to block from our phones.
  • Page 57 Phone The apps Speed dialling If you want to use Auto reject mode, you must ensure it is turned on in the settings If you check ‘Unknown’ then all calls from anyone who is not Set up speed dials From the listed in your contacts will automatically be rejected.
  • Page 58 Galaxy device; you can import them from places like your Google, Facebook or Samsung ChatON accounts; import contacts from a SIM, or simply add them manually. In order to do this, all you have to do is go into the Contacts app and tap the plus sign next to the search box near the top of the screen.
  • Page 59 Contacts The apps Once these basic tasks have been completed, you can add more Join or split contacts ields such as website, organisation and even attach notes, as well as change the contact’s photo by tapping on it. Manually adding contacts in this way is slower and arguably less eicient than simply adding them in bulk from existing accounts, but it is very useful if you need to add or edit speciic details, or you meet new people.
  • Page 60 The apps Contacts Set up groups Once you have all your contacts in place, you might want to set up some groups (Fig 3). This represents a great way of keeping people you deal with in a particular way together. Perhaps you have a special group of friends or a family group, or maybe a set of work colleagues that you like to group together.
  • Page 61 Contacts The apps Set Favourite contacts When choosing contacts to display, tap the settings icon beside Customised List to specify groups You can very easily add to and delete from these groups as time Mark contacts as favourite goes on so that they can relect your ever-evolving circles of friends To begin with, open up the Contacts app.

  • Page 62: Messaging

    The apps Messaging Messaging Get to grips with messaging on your Galaxy Texting friends You’ll use it to… and family Texting is one of the most Text people popular uses of any phone Send and receive text messages and your Galaxy has texting Share images Attach pictures to MMS messages down to a i ne art.
  • Page 63 Messaging The apps also get the option to forward the message on to someone else or Dictate an SMS lock it so it can’t be accidentally removed, which is great for tickets. Attach photos and videos Messaging is often just about text, but it doesn’t have to be.
  • Page 64 The apps Messaging Notii cations, signatures and spam There are other settings you can make to help you get more from your messages. On the main Messaging screen tap the Menu button beneath the screen and then select Settings. Then scroll down the screen to see the full range of settings available (Fig 3).
  • Page 65 Messaging The apps Handwrite a message Selecting a ringtone for your incoming messages can help you distinguish your phone from others gist of what they are about. You can also block senders and register Handwrite a message Tap to particular phrases that block messages – this is handy if you get open Messaging and then opt to start a new message.

  • Page 66: Hangouts

    Make a video call With so many apps now available from both the Samsung App and Google Play stores, there’s a real plethora of video call apps available for download. The likes of WhatsApp and Skype now have millions of users using their video call functions on a daily basis completely free of charge and, although Hangouts doesn’t yet have that amount of avid followers,...
  • Page 67 Hangouts The apps contact to select them and pick the video option. Once connected New request settings you can then control your audio, switch between your front and back cameras, and enjoy a video chat with up to ten of your friends. Use in-chat options Hangouts includes a few in-chat options, located in the top and bottom bars, that you...

  • Page 68: Email

    The apps Email Email The Samsung Galaxy of ers many options for email, one of the most important communication features You’ll use it to… Managing multiple email accounts Send messages There are obvious benei ts Send and receive emails while on the go...
  • Page 69 Email The apps box if you are unsure about your typing skills and would like to View saved emails seek reassurance. If you want this email account to be your default one then tap on the next box down: Send email from this account by default.
  • Page 70 The apps Email Compose an email Composing new emails is quick and easy through the Email app. While in an inbox, you will see a pencil and paper icon in the lower- left corner. Tap on this icon to be taken to the email composition screen.
  • Page 71 Email The apps Attach a map You can decide not to send a message. Tap the back button on your device and ‘Discard’ buttons in case of errors and also insert a number of elements, such Write email Open up the as images, memos and contacts, via the Insert button beside them.

  • Page 72: Internet

    Explore a world of information arrives pre-loaded onto Save information Retain information for offline viewing your Samsung Galaxy. It Download files is your window onto the Enjoy music, videos, images and more internet, allowing you to...
  • Page 73 Internet The apps Alternatively, you can simply enter a website address if you have Home screen shortcuts a particular location in mind. The keyboard keys can be utilised to speed up the instructions (Fig 2). For example, there is a ‘ . com’ button available that relects just how common this notation is during website address entries, while tapping the settings icon will take you directly to the keyboard settings area.
  • Page 74 The apps Internet Control zoom and font size Your Galaxy has the ability to modify just about every aspect of your device and its interface. For example, you can change the zoom function and how you control it. Yes, there is the familiar spread and pinch to zoom in and out, but you can also add extra control.
  • Page 75 Internet The apps Save for offline reading Change your home page by going to Settings and then tapping on the Homepage option it easier for you to read the text on certain websites. You can, of Select website Choose the course, adjust this option at aanyn y time to suit your needs.

  • Page 76: Camera

    Taking your i rst picture will reveal just how powerful the camera feature is on your Samsung Galaxy. When you open the app, you will be presented with a host of features that can af ect your i nal image. In low light, for example, the l ash feature is an essential inclusion.
  • Page 77 Camera The apps in order to easily and accurately take a self-portrait. In order to do Shoot a video this, tap on the camera icon in the top-right corner of the screen to switch between the front and rear-facing cameras. Zooming into your subject is very easy: simply place two ingers on the screen and slowly spread them apart.
  • Page 78 The apps Camera Explore shooting modes The built-in camera can take photos in the same way as any other camera with a single shot. There are, however, other shooting modes that can add a welcome level of variation, and Best Photo does just that.
  • Page 79 Camera The apps Edit shortcuts toolbar Tap Download in the Efects settings to ind a selection of other free efects to download modes, in that you use the camera to take a long, sweeping image, Settings In the Camera app, tap in the process producing one very long photograph.
  • Page 80 The apps Gallery Gallery The Gallery app isn’t just a place for storing photos and videos, as you’ll soon discover… You’ll use it to… Viewing photos The Gallery app Store media files fundamentally does what Take full advantage of the various different storage albums its name suggests;...
  • Page 81 Gallery The apps features that let you select photos, delete photos, view an album View a slideshow as a slideshow, access the Settings and visit the brilliant Studio, whereby you can start getting really creative with your photos. Sort your photos If you’re a keen photo hoarder then being able to sort through your photos will be of vital importance.
  • Page 82 You’ll use it to… Exhibit your Arrange your images favourite photos Lay out your photos however you like With Samsung’s Story Album Add a theme Choose from a wide variety of different app you can import and album layouts arrange all of your favourite...
  • Page 83 Story Album The apps images in diferent arrangements and frames. Once you’ve picked Edit an album a title, theme and cover image tap Create album and all of your selected images will be compiled into the album. With an album open tap the menu button to edit your title, cover image or theme as well as add new images and content to your Story Album.
  • Page 84 Under the Store heading tap Samsung Book Deals. You’ll be prompted to sign into your Samsung account. Once signed in Fig 2 (above) Download a free Kindle Book you can return to the Samsung Book Deals page to view the books, on your Samsung Galaxy device...
  • Page 85 Kindle for Samsung The apps which are now available for free. Samsung users can download one Navigate books book per month from the available collection without charge. From the selection tap on the book’s front cover to visit its details page.
  • Page 86 The apps Kindle for Samsung Get recommendations on ebooks One of the best things about the Kindle app for Samsung is that it’s constantly adding new and engaging titles across all genres to provide the most thorough ebook storefront around. After prolonged use, you’ll notice some gradual change in how the...
  • Page 87 By pressing on a particular page, you can then change things like the font size, colour, or simply highlight a word that you don’t understand. On newer Samsung Galaxy devices, you’ll be able to use the bookmark feature. As its name suggests, this will create a virtual bookmark so that you can come back to the correct spot later.
  • Page 88 (Fig 2). Browse your library If you currently have a gamut of music i les on your Samsung Galaxy then you can, with the aid of Music Player, organise them into a library of songs. Tap on Music Player to reveal those music tracks that you currently hold and then tap on the All button at the top of the screen, at the far left of the menu bar, to see your music.
  • Page 89 Music Player The apps performed them. You can swipe all the way to the far right in order Set the equaliser to reveal the Folder button. Tapping this allows you to see a basic grouping of your tracks in terms of where they’re stored. This option is ideal if you want to group music formats and styles together.
  • Page 90 The apps Music Player Use the Music Square Is it a gimmick or a truly useful music-related feature? The Music Square has been created to help you to choose music based upon your mood (Fig 3). Getting it up and running, though, takes a little ef ort.
  • Page 91 Music Player The apps View song lyrics To delete a song, tap on the menu button, choose Delete and then pick songs to remove of tiles and tracks are chosen to best it them. If you are taken to a Music player Open the Music play screen, tap the Music Square button to return.
  • Page 92 Fig 1 (right) Video Player makes great use of Play a i le your Samsung Galaxy’s powerful hardware Playing a video i le on the Samsung Galaxy is straightforward, and the Video app will appear to be...
  • Page 93 Chapter preview to jump to speciic points. Shoot and tag videos Of course, on a Samsung Galaxy, videos can also be shot as well as viewed, although in this case the Video app must be placed to one side for the moment as the Camera app comes back into play.
  • Page 94 Video Player Connect to Bluetooth devices scanning and sharing Sharing i les has become almost second nature to users of Samsung Galaxy devices – sharing a video via email, MMS or via social sites such as Facebook is relatively common. You can choose to go direct, however, and share it via Bluetooth –...
  • Page 95 Video Player The apps Trim video clips Before you post your video to YouTube, tap on Privacy so you can limit who is able to view it ‘pair’ , or connect, then follow the conirmation request that appears. Get software Start off by Now, return to the Video app, ind and play your selected video, tap downloading the Video Editor app from Galaxy Apps.
  • Page 96 Fig 1 (above right) Access to features in Kids Mode can be adjusted to suit each free and paid Samsung and third-party applications for Kids Mode user’s age for additional functionality. Kids Mode already includes a drawing and colouring application in which children can either draw their...
  • Page 97 Change authorised applications Within Kids Mode, it is possible to add applications that are downloaded via the Play Store or Samsung Apps in addition to the purpose-built apps that can be installed from the Kids Mode store. By default, all non-Kids Mode apps are disabled, so a parent...
  • Page 98 Group Play You’ll use it to… Share and play with friends Share content quickly Group Play from Samsung is Share photos, videos and music a great app for connecting Challenge friends Play multiplayer games...
  • Page 99 Group Play. Group Camcorder, which allows you to view live camera feeds of other users’ devices, is not available on all Samsung devices. All Galaxy smartphones Playback Once another device and tablets will allow you to share music, images, videos and...
  • Page 100 The apps Group Play Share content in Group Play In the Group Play session window under the My Apps tab you will i nd available sharing options. Tap on Share Images. You will be connected to the Galleries app where you can browse through your device’s images.
  • Page 101 Group Play The apps Stereo speakers Once a Wi-Fi Direct connection has been made open the Wi-Fi networks to connect to it save it to your device. From the top tool bar tap the Draw icon to Share a track In Group Play’s enter drawing mode.
  • Page 102 The apps Chromecast Chromecast Stream videos from your Samsung Galaxy with Google’s innovative Chromecast streaming device You’ll use it to… Get to know Chromecast Stream videos Chromecast is a tiny HDMI Stream stored videos from your device device that plugs directly...
  • Page 103 Music app. Any song can be sent across to your TV and users can even create playlists of songs to stream. Once you’ve sent a song across, your Samsung Galaxy will be turned into a virtual remote, where you can control volume levels...
  • Page 104 To do this, however, the app – and by extension your Samsung Galaxy device – has to be able to know where you are in the world, which it does by utilising the GPS system that comes as part of your Galaxy device.
  • Page 105 Maps The apps Location option. Tap this option and ensure that the switch at the Set home location top of the screen is turned on for the location services (Fig 2). In terms of Google and other services that depend on your location, it is wise to try out all three options at some point, as doing this will enhance the accuracy of any results.
  • Page 106 The apps Maps Finding services One of the most interesting features in the most recent version of Google Maps is the way it is set up to provide you with the most relevant information at any given time. This is seen most ef ectively within the Services feature, which delivers instant access to a wealth of commonly used services that you’ll need while on the road, such as petrol stations, cashpoints or taxi ranks.
  • Page 107 Maps The apps Different map views A road sign icon appears on the map with guidance on how this will afect your travel plans detailed at the bottom of the screen, and swiping left and right will Traffic Real time traffic take you through all of the results, while simultaneously highlighting conditions are displayed as an overlay on main roads.
  • Page 108 The apps Google Drive Google Drive Discover how Google’s versatile cloud storage service will revolutionise the way in which you work Store i les online You’ll use it to… Google Drive is a useful and versatile cloud storage Store files service that makes it easy to Keep your important files safe in one place store i les and access them...
  • Page 109 Google Drive The apps Docs, Sheets and Slides. As such you can create new documents Uploading files on your device and then efortlessly beam them into the oice and even collaborate on live projects with other people. Uploading iles There are two ways to upload iles to Google Drive.
  • Page 110 The apps Google Now Google Now The beauty of Google Now is that it can automate many dif erent areas of your life which can often be time consuming or repetitive You’ll use it to… Make it personal Check the weather Google Now requires many See the current weather conditions for multiple locations...
  • Page 111 Google Now The apps many emails that require you to create new tasks or add calendar Customise Google Now appointments, but with Google Now many of these can be tracked automatically. If you have received order notii cations, the parcels will be displayed automatically in Google Now (Fig 2) so that you can track them continually.
  • Page 112 The apps S Note S Note Use S Note to make both quick sketches and important, complex notes You’ll use it to… Getting ideas down S Note, or if you don’t have it Make notes then its sister app S Memo, If you remember something, keep a record lets you write or draw notes Capture ideas...
  • Page 113 S Note The apps your inger or an S Pen is generally the quickest and easiest way to Inserting shapes get started, but if you look at the top of the screen then you will also see a range of other options to choose from, including a ‘T’ symbol that allows you to turn handwriting into text and a shapes symbol that enables you to draw shapes directly onto the screen.
  • Page 114 Fig 1 (right) Keep track of the whole year with the S Planner app the Samsung Galaxy S6, for example, you’ve got no fewer than i ve dif erent views on of er. You switch between them by tapping the menu icon in the top-right corner of the screen and choosing from Year, Month, Week, Day and Tasks.
  • Page 115 When using S Planner on button and then choose the Settings option from the menu. your Samsung Galaxy, hit the More button and tap Manage Calendars. By tapping Add account you will be able to add a wide range of calendars from various dif erent sources, including Google and Facebook.
  • Page 116 The apps S Voice S Voice Now you can control your Samsung Galaxy device with a range of vocal commands You’ll use it to… Introducing your personal assistant Control apps S Voice is a voice- Use your voice to interact with apps command tool;...
  • Page 117 There are apps on your Settings Tap the menu icon Samsung Galaxy that can be controlled by and choose Settings and then choose Voice wake-up. S Voice. For example, you can instruct your device to play a song.
  • Page 118 With the use of the Samsung S5, S6 or a Samsung Gear (tap the chain icon in the Heart Rate window to sync your smartwatch) you’ll be able to keep accurate information on your exercise, including distance travelled and through the use of GPS the exact route that you took.
  • Page 119 S Health The apps inger against the monitor on the device (on the S5 this is just below Record your exercise the camera on the back of the phone; the smartwatch will take your pulse from your wrist). After a moment has passed your heart rate will have been taken.
  • Page 120 The apps S Health Input your calorie intake Access all of S Health’s tools from the menu button in S Health. In the menu tap on Food. By default the Food page will land on today’s date so any info you add will be applied to today. Tap on the date and select a dif erent day on the calendar to back date calorie info.
  • Page 121 Tap the options icon at the top-right corner of the window and tap Set maximum heart rate. When using a Samsung smartwatch this option will warn you when your heart rate reaches the set maximum heart rate. Once a workout is complete, review the workout’s details and add notes...
  • Page 122 The apps S Translator S Translator Discover how to use Samsung’s simple and accessible translation tool to help you converse and understand your surroundings in foreign countries You’ll use it to… Talk to anyone Converse overseas The S Translator app is a brilliant...
  • Page 123 S Translator The apps can access a section called Favourites where Start translating marked translations that you frequently use will be stored for when you need them the most. Also in the menu is a section called Preset phrases. Tap on this to discover a wide range of words and phrases for your selected language that already come pre- installed in the app (Fig 2).
  • Page 124 But dig a little deeper and your timeline can be so much more. Samsung Galaxy users can choose to add details about themselves to their own timeline, and even set individual privacy settings to stop or allow certain people from viewing the content they hold.
  • Page 125 Take control of app settings Samsung Galaxy users have a plethora of settings waiting for them in the Facebook app. The most important ones link to your privacy and how much of your posted content you want others to see.
  • Page 126 The apps Twitter Twitter Follow trends, meet new people and post your own views all within the Twitter app You’ll use it to… Enjoy Twitter wherever you are Follow people Twitter is a social media Follow friends, families and celebrities client, where users can Tweet Post your own thoughts and opinions...
  • Page 127 Twitter The apps write a reply or favourite it. Whenever you create a tweet, you can Add media & location also direct it to a speciic person by starting the tweet with the @ symbol and then their username. Just remember that although your tweet is meant for one person, everyone will be able to see it.
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  • Page 130 Volume 7 The independent guide to getting the most from your iPad New for iPad Pro, Everything you need to know to get started with your Samsung Galaxy Air & mini New for 2016 100% independent Guides to setting up Troubleshooting tips For Galaxy phones &...
  • Page 132 Learn how to use your Galaxy with our simple step-by-step guides to mastering the hardware Navigate the Samsung apps Get to grips with the native Samsung apps installed on your Galaxy, from your camera app to S Planner Understand Android Take advantage of Samsung’...

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