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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Special features Home screen Flexible security Customize your Home screen Water and dust resistance Status bar Active key Notification panel Getting started Active Key Front view Always On Display Back view Fingerprint scanner Set up your device Multi window Assemble your device Enter text...
Page 3 Activity Zone Phone Calculator Samsung Gear Calendar Samsung Health Camera and video Samsung Pay Clock Secure Folder Contacts SmartThings Email S Voice Emergency Zone AT&T apps Galaxy Apps Additional apps Gallery Settings Google Apps Access Settings Internet Search for Settings...
Page 4 Phone visibility Volume Data usage Ringtone Airplane mode Notification sounds NFC and payment Do not disturb Mobile hotspot System sounds Tethering Key-tap feedback Mobile networks Sound quality and effects Location Separate app sound Nearby device scanning Notifications Connect to a printer Manage notifications MirrorLink Smart alert...
Page 5 Lock screen and AOD settings Battery Google Play Protect Performance mode Find My Mobile Storage Security update Memory Install unknown apps Language and input Samsung Pass Date and time Private Mode Report diagnostic information Secure Folder Reset App permission monitor...
Page 6 Security update service Accessibility services Device administration Other settings Credential storage Help Advanced security settings Manage game features Accounts Device assistance app Samsung Cloud Dual messenger Add an account About phone Backup and restore Getting help Google settings Videos Smart Simulator...
Page 7 Tips and Tricks Samsung Care Legal Legal information...
Page 8: Special Features
Special features Learn about your mobile device’s special features.
Page 9: Flexible Security
Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see “Fingerprint scanner” on page 29. Water and dust...
Page 10: Getting Started
Getting started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 11: Front View
Front view Earpiece Proximity sensors Status light Front camera Active key Power key Volume keys Recent apps Back Home key/Fingerprint scanner Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...
Page 12 Proximity sensor Volume keys – – Turns off the screen and disables touch Adjust the volume for ringtones, media, functionality during a call when the device is notifications, and system sounds. For more in close proximity to the body. information, see “Volume” on page 137. –...
Page 13: Back View
Back view Microphone Headset jack Flash Rear camera Heart rate sensor SIM card/Memory card tray Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...
Page 14: Set Up Your Device
Set up your device Learn how to set up your device for the first time.
Page 15: Assemble Your Device
™ You can install an optional microSD memory card by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for (not included) to add more memory space to your your device to maximize battery life. Using other device. A memory card can be installed at any time. It accessories may void your warranty and may cause is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
Page 16: Start Using Your Device
Start using your device 1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/Accessory port. The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off. To turn the device on: Press and hold the Power key until the device turns on.
Page 17 Use the Setup Wizard Lock or unlock your device The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your guides you through the basics of setting up your device. By default, the device locks automatically device.
Page 18 Add a Google account Add a Samsung account ™ Your new device uses your Google account to fully Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung ™ utilize its Android features. content and apps on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
Page 19 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > For more information, see “Voicemail” on page 100. Smart Switch. 2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information. Set up your device...
Page 20: Learn About Your Device
Learn about 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 21: Navigation
Navigation Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them. Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu stylus.
Page 22 Pinch and spread Common options Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or The device uses basic command options to perform spread by moving your fingers apart. common actions. Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a More options: Tap to view more menu options picture or a web page.
Page 23: Home Screen
Home screen Status bar App shortcuts Home screen indicator Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Learn about your device...
Page 24: Customize Your Home Screen
Customize your • To change the order of screens, touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to a new Home screen position. Your device has multiple Home screens to hold app • To add a screen, swipe to the end of the shortcuts and widgets.
Page 25 App shortcuts To move a shortcut from one Home screen to another: You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. Home screen. 2. Drag the app shortcut to a new Home screen, and 1.
Page 26 Wallpapers Themes Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose screens, wallpapers, and app icons. from preloaded wallpapers. 1.
Page 27 Icons Icon frames You can show icons with shaded frames to make them Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 28 Widgets Home screen settings Widgets are simple application extensions that run on Customize your Home and Apps screens. a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. To add a widget to a Home screen: 2. Tap Home screen settings to customize: 1.
Page 29 Easy mode • Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen. Switch between the default screen layout and a • Quick-open notification panel: Enable this simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual feature to open the Notification panel from the Home screen by swiping down.
Page 30: Status Bar
Status bar The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status icons Notification icons Battery full Missed call Battery low Call in progress Battery charging Call on hold Vibrate mode New email Mute mode New voicemail ™...
Page 31 Status bar display Configure display options for the Status bar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Status bar. • Tap Show recent notifications only to display only the three most recent notification icons on the Status bar.
Page 32: Notification Panel
Notification panel Settings Quick settings View all Notiﬁcation cards Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Learn about your device...
Page 33 View the Notification panel Quick settings You can access the Notification panel from any screen. The Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions, allowing you to quickly turn them on 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the or off.
Page 34: Active Key
Active Key Launch your favorite applications by pressing the dedicated Active key in different ways. Press the Active key while Camera is open to take pictures. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Active key for the following options: •...
Page 35: Always On Display
Always On Display Some display settings can appear on both the Lock screen and Always On Display (AOD). For more View missed calls and message alerts, check the time information, see “Lock screen and AOD settings” on and date, and view other customized information page 165.
Page 36: Fingerprint Scanner
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > to your Samsung account. Fingerprint scanner for the following options: Register a fingerprint • To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint, To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must enter a new name, and then tap Rename.
Page 37 Settings > Lock screen and security > Fingerprint scanner. • Samsung Pass: Use your fingerprint for identification when using supported apps. • Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprints to make payments quickly and securely. • Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device.
Page 38: Multi Window
Multi window Multitask by using two apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows. 1. From any screen, touch and hold Recent apps.
Page 39 Window controls Multi window settings The Window controls modify the way app windows are Additional features are available for Multi window. displayed in split screen view. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Tap the middle of the window border for the 2.
Page 40: Enter Text
Settings: Access keyboard settings. Voice input: Use Google voice typing. Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard. Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type. Show toolbar functions to view all keyboard options.
Page 41 Configure the Samsung keyboard About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard. Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard. Use Google voice typing From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
Page 42 Configure Google voice typing Set customized options for Google voice typing. 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input. 2. Tap Settings for options. • Languages: Choose the language for the keyboard. • Offline speech recognition: Download languages for offline Google voice typing.
Page 43: Emergency Mode
Emergency mode Emergency mode features While in Emergency mode, only the following apps and Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency features are available on the Home screen: features and conserve your device’s power during an emergency situation. Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.
Page 44 Turn off Emergency mode Estimated usage time remaining: Display estimated standby time that can be reached When emergency mode is turned off, the device based on current battery charge and usage. returns to standard mode. Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone 1.
Page 45: Apps
Apps Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and install, uninstall, disable, or hide apps.
Page 46: Use Apps
Use apps Add an apps shortcut In addition to swiping to access apps, you can add an The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded Apps button to the Home screen. apps. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. 1.
Page 47 To customize the Finder search settings, tap More options > Settings. Galaxy Essentials View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap More options >...
Page 48 Sort apps Create and use folders App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your Create a folder to organize App shortcuts on an own custom order. Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 49 App settings Copy a folder to a Home screen Create a folder and copy it to a Home screen. Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 50 • Special access: Select which apps can have • Notifications: Configure notifications from special access permissions to features on your the app. device. • Permissions: View permissions granted to the • Reset app preferences: Reset options that app for access to your device’s information. have been changed.
Page 51: Activity Zone
• Barometer: Displays your elevation and atmospheric pressure. • Samsung Health: This is a shortcut to the Samsung Health app. For more information, see “Samsung Health” on page 104. • Compass: Displays the direction that your device is pointing to, and your latitude and longitude.
Page 52: Calculator
Calculator View calculator history View and clear your calculator history. The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calculator >...
Page 53 Scientific calculator The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calculator, and turn the device to landscape view. • If Auto rotate is not enabled, tap Rotate screen. Apps...
Page 54: Calendar
Calendar Calendar view Manage your events and tasks. There are several ways the calendar can be viewed. Add calendars 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Add existing calendars to the Calendar app. 2. Tap Calendar > View, and then tap an option: 1.
Page 55 Create an event Delete an event Use your Calendar to create events. Delete events from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calendar > Add to add an event.
Page 56 Delete a task Calendar settings Delete tasks from your Calendar. Use Calendar settings to customize your calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calendar, and tap a day on the calendar 2.
Page 57: Camera And Video
Camera and video Settings Gallery Flash Take a picture Full view Record video Switch cameras Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
Page 58 Take pictures Record videos Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. Record high-quality videos using your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Camera.
Page 59 Configure shooting mode • Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been taken. You can focus on Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your subjects near to the camera, far away from pictures or choose from several shooting modes. the camera, or both.
Page 60 Camera settings Front camera Use the icons on the main camera screen and the • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various settings menu to configure your camera’s settings. effects, such as an airbrushed effect. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. •...
Page 61 • HDR (rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity – Tap heart rate sensor: Once your face has and color depth features of the device to been recognized, tap the heart rate sensor produce a brighter and richer picture. to take a selfie. Front camera •...
Page 62 • Review pictures: Review pictures after taking them. • Quick launch: Press the Power key twice in quick succession to open the camera. • Storage location: Select the memory location. – A memory card (not included) must be installed to view Storage location. •...
Page 63: Clock
Clock • Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing. The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time • Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the and setting alarms. alarm, and drag the slider to set the volume of 1.
Page 64 World clock Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created. The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 65 Stopwatch Time zone converter Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a the local times would be in the other listed cities. hundredth of a second. 1.
Page 66 Timer The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock > Timer. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer.
Page 67: Contacts
Contacts • Enter a name and other contact information. – Tap Add field to enter additional Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize entries. with personal accounts added to your device. For more information, see “Add an account” on page 175. –...
Page 68 Edit a contact Share a contact When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change Share a contact by using various sharing methods. or delete information, or you can add more fields to 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. the contact’s list of information.
Page 69 Import contacts Export contacts Your device can import contacts from an installed Manually back up contacts to an installed memory memory card (not included). card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 70 Link or unlink contacts To unlink contacts: Consolidate contact information from multiple 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. sources into one contact by linking entries into a 2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to single contact.
Page 71 Favorites Delete contacts When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily Delete a single contact or multiple contacts. accessible from other apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 72 Groups Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts. You can use groups to organize your contacts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Create a group Create your own contact groups. 2.
Page 73 Send an email to a group Delete a group Send an email to members of a group. Delete a group you have created. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 74 Contacts settings Direct share These settings allow you to modify settings associated Share content directly with your contacts from within with using the Contacts app. any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 75: Email
Learn how to create and send email messages. Bcc fields. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 4. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Email > Compose • Tap Attach to add files, images, audio, and new email.
Page 76 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Email.
Page 77 Modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Email.
Page 78: Emergency Zone
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Emergency Zone. • To add recipients for your emergency messages, tap Add contact.
Page 79: Galaxy Apps
Galaxy Apps Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Galaxy Apps.
Page 80: Gallery
Gallery View pictures Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Gallery app. The following categories allow you to organize your 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. content: 2.
Page 81 Edit pictures – Set as Always On Display image: Set the picture as the background image for the Edit pictures stored on your device. Always On Display. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. – Show date and location tags: See date and 2.
Page 82 Play video – Show date and location tags: See date and location tags when viewing your videos. Play videos stored on your device. 4. Tap Play video to play the video. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Video enhancer 2.
Page 83 Edit video Share pictures and videos Edit videos stored on your device. Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 84 Delete pictures and videos Screenshot options Delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features. 2.
Page 85: Google Apps
Google Apps Drive Open, view, rename, and share files saved to Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a ™ your Google Drive cloud account. Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more. Android Pay Pay with your Android phone at participating Gmail stores and within mobile apps with Android...
Page 86 Hangouts Play Movies & TV Meet friends and family online, share Watch movies and TV shows purchased from photos, host video calls, and send SMS and Google Play. You can also view videos saved ™ Hangouts messages. on your device. Visit hangouts.google.com to learn more.
Page 87 YouTube ™ Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more. Apps...
Page 88: Internet
Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser. Tabs: Manage open tabs. The number on • For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/ owners/app/samsung-internet . the icon indicates the number of tabs that are currently open. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
Page 89 Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. 2. Tap Samsung folder >...
Page 90 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. darker shade than the normal tab windows.
Page 91 To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. 3. Tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode. Internet settings Modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
Page 92: Memo
Memo Browse memos Browse notes you create. Use Memo to write and save notes. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Memo. 2. Tap Memo. •...
Page 93: Messages
Messages Send SOS messages Send a message with your location to designated Learn how to send and receive text messages (SMS) contacts when you are in an emergency situation. and multimedia messages (MMS). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 94 View Messages Message search Search through your messages by using the search 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. feature. 2. Tap Messages, and then tap a message to 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. view it.
Page 95 Emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Messages > More options > Settings. 3.
Page 96: My Files
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. – This option displays if one or more files have 2. Tap Samsung folder > My Files. been accessed recently. 3. Tap a category to view the relevant files or Categories: View your files based on the file type.
Page 97 Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > My Files. The following options are available: Search: Search for a file or folder.
Page 98: Phone
Phone More options Voicemail Hide the keyboard Call Video call Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
Page 99 Make a call Make a call from Recents All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded Make a call from a Home screen. in the Call log. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
Page 100 Direct calls Decline a call Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are details are currently on the screen by bringing the using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the device close to your ear.
Page 101 Actions while on a call Decline with a message You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or message response. speaker, and even multitask while on a call. On the incoming call screen, drag Send message Adjust the call volume upward and select a message.
Page 102 Switch to headset or speaker Multitask Listen to the call using the speaker or through a If you exit the call screen to use another app, your ® Bluetooth headset (not included). active call is indicated in the Status bar. To return to the call screen: Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker.
Page 103 Call log Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a contact or The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or update your Contacts list. missed are stored in the Call log. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
Page 104 Block a number Delete call records To delete Call log entries: By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. messages are not received. 2.
Page 105 Speed dial Make a call with Speed dial You can make a call using Speed dial. You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
Page 106 Emergency calls 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen. You can dial the emergency telephone number in your 2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency region regardless of the phone’s cellular service dialer. status. If your phone is not activated, you can only 3.
Page 107 Voicemail Optional calling services Use your phone’s voicemail feature. If available with your mobile service plan, the following calling services are supported. For information on setting up voicemail, see “Set up your voicemail” on page 12. Place a multi-party call If your service plan supports this feature, you can 1.
Page 108 Video calls Wi-Fi calling To make Video calls: Make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network. Contact your wireless service provider 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. for details. 2. Enter a number and tap Video call.
Page 109 Phone settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Phone > More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. TTY mode A teletypewriter (TTY) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or...
Page 110: Samsung Gear
Samsung Gear Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this application. For more information, visit samsung.com/ us/support/owners/app/samsung-gear . 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung Gear. Apps...
Page 111: Samsung Health
Caution: The information gathered from this device, read and accept the terms and conditions. Samsung Health, or related software is not intended 3. Set up your health profile and goals. for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
Page 112 Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed; Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine, it is always best to Ankle swelling, especially at night;...
Page 113: Samsung Pay
It is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is required. Note: Make sure the NFC feature is enabled on your device. For more information, see “NFC and payment”...
Page 114 Simple Pay Use gift cards with Samsung Pay Use Simply Pay to access Samsung Pay from the Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an Lock Screen, Home screen, or Always On Display. expanding selection of your favorite retailers. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
Page 115: Secure Folder
Secure Folder Add apps to the Secure Folder Add apps to the secure folder to add an extra level of Secure folder is a private encrypted space on the security. device that can store your private data, files, and apps. 1.
Page 116 Add files to the Secure Folder Customize Secure Folder Add files to the secure folder to add an extra level of For added security, you can change the app image and security. name for Secure folder. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 117: Smartthings
Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard. Note: Non-Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for support. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
Page 118: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and speak criteria for searches and other operations. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > S Voice. 3. Speak a command. Apps...
Page 119: At&T Apps
AT&T apps DIRECTV Remote Change channels, adjust the volume, and Certain apps require a data plan or paid subscription. schedule recordings using the Remote app. Visit att.com to learn more or contact your service provider for additional information. DriveMode AT&T ProTech Auto reply when you are driving and do not Get support for your device, from device want to answer the phone.
Page 120 Smart Limits Set limits on purchases and texts, block data and phone numbers, and view phone activity with this family smartphone manager. Visual Voicemail View and play voicemail messages, easily save important numbers to your Favorites list, and respond by calling or texting. Apps...
Page 121: Additional Apps
Additional apps Uber Hire a private driver in more than 130 cities The following apps are preloaded or downloaded over and 30 countries. the air to your device. Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Use Yellow Pages to tap into local Facebook app.
Page 122: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings.
Page 123: Access 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. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Settings.
Page 124: Connections
Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
Page 125: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network. Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network that is hidden. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 126 Wi-Fi preferences • Manage networks: View your saved Wi-Fi networks. Customize advanced Wi-Fi services. • Wi-Fi control history: View devices that have 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. turned your Wi-Fi on or off. 2. Tap Settings >...
Page 127 Share files with Wi-Fi Direct • MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to some Share files with another device using Wi-Fi Direct. secured networks (not configurable). 1. From an app, tap Share. • IP address: View your device’s IP address –...
Page 128: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct Disconnect your device from a Wi-Fi Direct device. Bluetooth allows you to pair your device to another Bluetooth-enabled device. Once a pairing is created, 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. the devices continue to recognize their partnership 2.
Page 129 Rename a paired device Share files with Bluetooth Rename a paired device to make it easier to Use Bluetooth to transfer information to a paired recognize. device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From an app, tap Share.
Page 130: Phone Visibility
Data usage Unpair from a Bluetooth device When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two View your current mobile and Wi-Fi data usage. devices no longer recognize each other. To connect 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. again, you have to pair the devices.
Page 131 Monitor mobile data Monitor Wi-Fi data Enable mobile data to access the Internet through View your Wi-Fi data usage and set restrictions for your mobile network. Wi-Fi networks. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 132: Airplane Mode
Airplane mode Android Beam Share content to another NFC-capable device by Airplane mode disconnects your device from all touching the backs of the devices. networks and turns off connectivity features. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 133: Mobile Hotspot
Mobile hotspot Tap and pay Use an NFC payment application to make payments by Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use touching your device to a compatible credit card your device’s Internet connection. reader. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 134 Change the mobile hotspot Allowed devices list password Control which devices can connect to your Mobile hotspot. Change your Mobile Hotspot password. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 135 Configure mobile hotspot settings Timeout settings Manage your security and connecting settings. Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no connected devices. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 136: Tethering
Tethering Mobile networks You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet Control your device’s access to networks and mobile connection with a computer. data service. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 137: Location
Location 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location: Some apps may require one or more location services • Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to be turned on for full functionality. scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even 1.
Page 138 Recent location requests Location services Apps that have requested your location are listed Location services store and use your device’s most under Recent location requests. recent location data. Google apps can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you 1.
Page 139: Nearby Device Scanning
Nearby device Connect to a printer scanning Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi network. Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. easily. You receive a notification when there are available devices to connect to.
Page 140: Mirrorlink
MirrorLink Virtual Private Networks Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks USB connection. (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before To use this feature, your car system must support setting up a VPN.
Page 141 Manage a VPN Connect to a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting to connection. and disconnecting from a VPN is easy. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 142: Sounds And Vibration
Sounds and vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
Page 143: Sound Mode
Sound mode Easy mute Mute sounds and videos by covering the screen or Switch between sound modes, while preserving the turning over the device. individual sound settings you have made. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 144: Vibrations
Vibrations Volume Configure your device’s vibrations. Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and vibration. 2.
Page 145: Ringtone
Ringtone Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. (not included). 2. Tap Settings >...
Page 146: Do Not Disturb
Do not disturb System sounds Set your device to mute all or some notifications and Set various other system sound options. sounds during specific time periods. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 147: Key-Tap Feedback
Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Equalizer: Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music. • Keyboard vibration: Enable vibrations when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Advanced/Basic: Manually adjust various sound qualities. • UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos for a clearer listening experience.
Page 148: Separate App Sound
Separate app sound • Tube Amp Pro: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier. You can choose to have an app play sound on a • Concert hall: Simulate the reverb of a speaker or headphones separate from the rest of the concert hall.
Page 149: Notifications
Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations.
Page 150: Manage Notifications
Manage notifications Smart alert Allow or block notifications from apps and services. Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 151: Display
Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other settings.
Page 152: Screen Off Settings
Screen off settings Screen brightness Customize when the screen turns off. Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. screen brightness to conserve battery power. 2.
Page 153: Blue Light Filter
Blue light filter Font and screen zoom Use the Blue light filter at night to help you sleep You can set the screen zoom level and the font size better. You can set a schedule to automatically turn and style. this feature on and off.
Page 154: Screen Quality
Screen quality LED indicator Customize the screen mode to match your viewing Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice preferences. recording, or receiving notifications. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 155: One-Handed Mode
One-handed mode Change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one hand. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > One-handed mode. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the following: •...
Page 156: Device Maintenance
Device maintenance View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources.
Page 157: Quick Optimization
Quick optimization Battery The quick optimization feature improves device View how battery power is used for device activities. performance through the following actions: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Identifying apps that use excessive battery power 2.
Page 158: Performance Mode
Performance mode Storage Optimize your device’s performance features to best View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, fit your usage. or format an optional memory card (not included). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 159 Mount a memory card Remove a memory card When you install an optional memory card, it is Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on automatically mounted (connected to the device) and the memory card, unmount the card before removing it prepared for use.
Page 160: Memory
Memory Format a memory card Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back Check the amount of available memory. You can close up your music and photo files that are stored on the background apps and reduce the amount of memory card because formatting the SD card deletes all the you are using to speed up your device.
Page 161: Language And Input
Language and input Default keyboard You can select a default keyboard for your device’s Configure your device’s language and input settings. menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be Change the device language downloaded from the Google Play store. You can add languages to your list and organize them 1.
Page 162 Google Voice typing • Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing Speak rather than type your text entries using you to use voice input while not connected to ™ Google Voice typing. the network. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. •...
Page 163 Physical keyboards Autofill service Customize options when you have a physical keyboard Save time entering information using autofill services. connected to your device (sold separately). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 164 3. Under Pointer speed, drag the slider to the right • Preferred engine: Choose either the to go faster or to the left to go slower. Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Settings for options. • Language: Select a default language.
Page 165: Date And Time
Date and time Report diagnostic information By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. Outside of This feature sends diagnostic information about your network coverage, you can set the date and time device when you are having technical problems. manually.
Page 166: Reset
Reset Reset network settings You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth Reset device and network settings. You can also reset settings with Reset network settings. your device to its factory defaults. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Reset settings 2.
Page 167: Factory Data Reset
Factory data reset Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, it can take 24 hours for the password reset to sync with You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all devices registered to the account. all data from your device. Before resetting your device: This action permanently erases ALL data from the 1.
Page 168 Google Account 3. Tap Remove account. username and password. Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service center, you should remove your Google Account before resetting the device back to factory settings.
Page 169: Auto Restart
Auto restart Software update Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at Check for and install available software updates for set times. Any unsaved data will be lost when the your device. device restarts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 170: Lock Screen And Security
Lock screen and security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock screen and security settings.
Page 171: Screen Lock Types
Screen lock types Notification icons only: Enable to hide notification details and show only the icon. The various Screen lock types offer high, medium, or no Transparency: Adjust the transparency of security. Choose from the following: Swipe, Pattern, notifications. PIN, Password, and None. Auto-reverse text color: Reverse the color of Set a secure screen lock notification text automatically based on the...
Page 172: Biometric Locks
Biometric locks Lock screen and AOD settings The following biometric lock types are available: Fingerprint scanner: Use fingerprint recognition to Configure display settings for the Lock screen. unlock the screen. For more information, see 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. “Fingerprint scanner”...
Page 173: Google Play Protect
Google location service. This service must be samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/find-my-mobile. on in order to find your device. You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. Send last location: Allow your device to send...
Page 174: Security Update
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pass. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > You must sign in to your Samsung account to use Security update to see if the latest security Samsung Pass. update is installed.
Page 175: Private Mode
Lock your private content and apps to enhance else using your device. Private mode is only available security. You must sign in to your Samsung account in for certain applications. order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for your device.
Page 176: App Permission Monitor
App permission Secure startup monitor Protect your device by requiring a numeric PIN, pattern, or password to be entered before it starts up. Get notified when permissions you select are being You must have a secured screen lock for this option to used by apps running in the background.
Page 177: Encrypt Sd Card
Encrypt SD card Factory data reset password Protect your optional memory (not included) card by encrypting its data. Require a password to reset your device to factory 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. default settings. 2. Tap Settings >...
Page 178: Set Up Sim Card Lock
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > security reports to Samsung for threat Other security settings > Make passwords visible analysis. to enable the feature.
Page 179: Device Administration
Device administration Credential storage Manage your device administrators and application Manage your security certificates. You can disable or installation privileges. remove certificates. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 180: Advanced Security Settings
Advanced security • Usage data access: View the applications that can access your device’s usage history. settings • Notification access: View the applications Use these options to configure advanced security that can access notifications you receive on settings. your device. 1.
Page 181: Accounts
Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
Page 182: Samsung Cloud
3. Tap one of the account types. Samsung Cloud. 4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and If a Samsung account has not been added, set up the account. follow the prompts to add one. Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic 3.
Page 183 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, swipe up to access Apps. the same type.
Page 184: Backup And Restore
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Samsung account 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Enable backup of your information to your Samsung Backup and restore for options: account. • Back up my data: Enable back up of 1.
Page 185: Google Settings
Google settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Available options depend on your Google account. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Google, and select an option to customize. Accounts...
Page 186: Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.samsung.com.
Page 187: Vision
• High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the personal data and credit card numbers. It Samsung keyboard and change its colors to may also log your user interface increase the contrast between the keys and interactions with the device.
Page 188: Hearing
• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles color. with multimedia files when available. • Color lens: Adjust the screen colors if you •...
Page 189: Dexterity And Interaction
• Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to set • Easy screen turn on: Turn on the screen the left and right balance when using a stereo without having to press any buttons. device. • Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval •...
Page 190: More Accessibility Settings
More accessibility • Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to remind you of any unread notifications. settings • Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts Customize additional accessibility features for your for answering and ending calls. device. • Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms, 1.
Page 191: Other Settings
Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.
Page 192: Help
• Device assistance app: Select your default For more information on Game Launcher, visit assistance app. samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher. • Analyze on-screen text: Analyze text shown on 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. the screen to provide related content.
Page 193: Dual Messenger
Dual messenger About phone Use two separate accounts for the same app. View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. versions, and more. 2. Tap Settings >...
Page 194: Getting Help
Getting help Videos Visit samsung.com/spsn to learn more. Smart Simulator Visit samsungsimulator.com to learn more. Tips and Tricks Visit samsung.com/us/support/tips to learn more. Samsung Care Visit samsung.com/us/support to learn more. Getting help...
Page 195 Legal View legal information for your device.
Page 196 English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide (726-7864) and providing the applicable information. Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP For complete terms and conditions that bind you and Samsung, refer to the “Arbitration Agreement” section Tablet: of the Terms & Conditions, included with the Product. English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide-SP...
Page 197 Intellectual property English: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or EULA4 which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the Product, including Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software...
Page 198 Except as set forth in the Standard Limited Warranty that accompanies the Product, the purchaser takes the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product, including but not limited to the: merchantability of the product or its fitness for any particular purpose or use;...
Page 199 Product. In then power down the device and contact your carrier addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages to restore the device to the carrier authorized of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the settings.
Page 200 Notice from AT&T Your device is designed to make it easy for you to access a wide variety of content. For your protection, This device is intended for use exclusively on AT&T’s AT&T wants you to be aware that some applications system.
Page 201 Samsung Knox This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a rating system. mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may Your device has been tested in a controlled be required.
Page 202 Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized Note: If any liquid is found to have entered your device components or an internally sealed system, this water, or to water over 5.0 feet deep for more condition will void your device warranty. than 30 minutes.
Page 203 Internet: samsung.com properly if the device is used in water or in other liquids. ©2018 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, Samsung Gear, Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, and are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Legal...
Page 204 Other marks are the property of their respective The actual available capacity of the internal memory is owners. less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. memory.

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