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  • Page 1 U S E R M A N U A L...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Special features Navigation bar Hi Bixby Home screen Flexible security Customize your Home screen Water and dust resistance Status bar Getting started Notification panel Front view Edge screen Back view Bixby Set up your device Always On Display Assemble your device Face recognition Start using your device...
  • Page 3 Enter text My Files Emergency mode Phone Apps Samsung Gear Use apps Samsung Notes Calculator Samsung Pay Calendar Samsung+ Camera and video Secure Folder Clock Smart Switch Contacts Samsung Connect Email Additional apps Galaxy Apps Settings Gallery Access Settings Google Apps...
  • Page 4 Bluetooth Sound mode Phone visibility Vibrations Data usage Volume Airplane mode Ringtone NFC and payment Notification sounds Mobile hotspot Do not disturb Tethering System sounds Location Key-tap feedback Nearby device scanning Sound quality and effects Connect to a printer Separate app sound MirrorLink Notifications Download booster...
  • Page 5 Smart stay Software update One-handed mode Lock screen and security Device maintenance Screen lock types Quick optimization Biometric locks Battery Lock screen and AOD settings Performance mode Google Play Protect Storage Find My Mobile Memory Security update Device security Samsung Pass...
  • Page 6 Other settings Device administration Help Credential storage Manage game features Advanced security settings Device assistance app Accounts Dual messenger Samsung Cloud About phone Add an account Getting help Backup and restore Videos Google settings Smart Simulator Accessibility Tips and Tricks...
  • Page 7 Samsung Care Legal Legal information...
  • Page 8: Special Features

    Special features Learn about your mobile device’s special features.
  • Page 9: Hi Bixby

    Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering Face recognition passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung Configure facial recognition security to add an extra account. layer of security when using your device.
  • Page 10: Water And Dust Resistance

    Water and dust resistance This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system. For more information, see “Maintaining water and dust resistance” on page 201. Special features...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
  • Page 12: Front View

    Front view Earpiece Proximity sensors Front camera Iris detection LED Iris scanner Volume keys Power key Bixby key Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...
  • Page 13   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”...
  • Page 14: Back View

    Back view Rear camera Microphone Fingerprint sensor Flash Heart rate sensor Headset jack Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Getting started...
  • Page 15: Set Up Your Device

    Set up your device Learn how to set up your device for the first time.
  • Page 16: Assemble Your Device

    Assemble your device 1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until Install a SIM card and an optional memory card the tray pops out. (not included), and charge your device before using. 2.
  • Page 17 Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved outlet. by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for 3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and your device to maximize battery life. Using other...
  • Page 18 Micro-USB connector. the device’s normal range of operation. Note: The Micro-USB connector does not support Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for On-the-Go USB accessories. the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952. Set up your device...
  • Page 19: Start Using Your Device

    Start using your device Use the Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard The instructions below explain how to turn your device guides you through the basics of setting up your on or off. device.
  • Page 20 Lock or unlock your device Add a Google account ™ Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your Your new device uses your Google account to fully ™ device. By default, the device locks automatically utilize its Android features. when the screen times out.
  • Page 21 Add a Samsung account Transfer data from your old device ™ Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and content and apps on your device. other content from your old device. You can also use the included On-the-Go adapter to transfer content 1.
  • Page 22 3. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a transfer. greeting, and record your name. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information For more information, see “Voicemail” on page 112. and to learn how to use the On-the-Go adapter to transfer content faster.
  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 25 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 26: Navigation Bar

    Navigation bar To enter or exit full screen mode: Double-tap the Hide/Show icon to the left of the The Navigation bar, at the bottom of the screen, navigation keys. displays the navigation keys. To view the navigation keys in full screen mode: Navigation keys Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to display the Navigation bar.
  • Page 27 • Hard press Home button: Adjust the amount of pressure needed to touch and hold Home by moving the slider. • Unlock with Home button: Touch and hold Home while the screen is off to skip the Lock screen and go directly to the Home screen.
  • Page 28: Home Screen

    Home screen Status bar Edge panel handle Home screen indicator App shortcuts Recent apps Back Home Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Learn about your device...
  • Page 29: 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 30 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 31 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 32 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 33 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 34 • Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add Easy mode 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 35: 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 Signal strength...
  • Page 36 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 37: 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 38 View the Notification panel You can also open or close the Notification panel by swiping up or down on the fingerprint sensor. You can access the Notification panel from any screen. To enable this feature: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.
  • Page 39 Quick settings The Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Drag View all downward. • Tap a setting to turn it on or off. •...
  • Page 40: Edge Screen

    Edge screen 2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. The following options are available: The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel. • notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping. • Edit (if available): Configure individual panels Edge panels by tapping.
  • Page 41 – Position: Choose either Right or Left to set Apps edge which side the Edge screen displays on. You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the Apps edge panel. – Move from any screen: Touch and hold the Edge panel handle to change its position 1.
  • Page 42 • To create a shortcut for two apps to open in People edge ™ Multi window , tap Create app pair. People edge allows you to quickly communicate with contacts in your My people list. • To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from the left side of the screen on top of an app in 1.
  • Page 43 Smart select Edge lighting The Smart select feature captures an area of the Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive calls screen as an image or animation that you can share or or notifications while the device is turned over. pin to the screen.
  • Page 44 Edge lighting advanced settings Manage Edge lighting notifications Customize the color, width, and transparency of the Choose which notifications will light up the Edge lighting feature. Edge screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 45 Quick reply About Edge screen Reject an incoming phone call with a text message by You can view the current software version and license placing your finger on the heart rate sensor for two information for the Edge screen feature. seconds.
  • Page 46: Bixby

    QR code detection, landmark recognition, your favorite apps. For more information, visit or shopping. samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/Bixby. Camera You can customize Bixby’s chat responses, quick Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to commands, and more from the Bixby Home page.
  • Page 47 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Gallery, and then tap a picture to view it. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. 3. Touch and hold an image until a pop-up menu is 3. Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.
  • Page 48: Always On Display

    Always On Display • About Always On Display: View the current software version and license information. View missed calls and message alerts, check the time Some display settings can appear on both the and date, and view other customized information Lock screen and Always On Display (AOD).
  • Page 49: Face Recognition

    Register a face • Remove face data: Delete existing faces. To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a • Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts pattern, PIN, or password. using face recognition. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
  • Page 50: Iris Scanner

    Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your irises 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security >...
  • Page 51 • Samsung Pass: Use your irises for identification when using supported apps. • Samsung Pay: Use your irises to make payments quickly and securely. • Iris unlock: Enable to unlock the device using your irises.
  • Page 52: 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 53 Fingerprint scanner for the following options: • 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 54: 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 55 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 56: Enter Text

    Voice input: Use Samsung voice input. Settings: Access keyboard settings. Clipboard: Access the clipboard. One-handed keyboard: Change the Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard. keyboard layout for use with one hand. Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type.
  • Page 57 Configure the Samsung keyboard Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data. Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard. About Samsung keyboard: View version and From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for legal information for the Samsung keyboard.
  • Page 58 Configure Samsung voice input Set customized options for Samsung voice input. 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input. 2. Tap Settings for options. • Keyboard language: Choose the language for the keyboard. • Voice input language: Select the language for Samsung voice input.
  • Page 59: 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 60 Estimated usage time remaining: Display Turn off Emergency mode 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 61: Apps

    Apps Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and install, uninstall, disable, or hide apps.
  • Page 62: 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 63 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 64 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 65 Copy a folder to a Home screen App settings 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 66 • 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 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 70 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 71 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 72: 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 73 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 74 Configure shooting mode • HDR (Rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your produce a brighter and richer picture. pictures or choose from several shooting modes. •...
  • Page 75 Front camera Camera settings 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. Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures.
  • Page 76 • 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 77 • 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 78: 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 • Bixby briefing: Enable Bixby Voice to read and setting alarms. aloud the current time, weather, and news 1.
  • Page 79 Turn off alarm World clock At the set alarm time, the phone sounds the alarm The World clock lets you keep track of the current time and/or vibrates. in multiple cities around the globe. 1. To stop an alarm, tap Dismiss, or swipe 1.
  • Page 80 Time zone converter Stopwatch 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 81 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 82: 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 183. –...
  • Page 83 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 84 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 85 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 86 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 87 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 88 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 89 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 90: Email

    Email • If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap the contact to place a checkmark, and then View and manage all of your email accounts in one tap Done. The contact is displayed in the app. To add an email account, see “Add an email recipients field.
  • Page 91 Manage the inbox View multiple email accounts There are several tools available from the Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts, screen. or you can view email accounts individually. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
  • Page 92 Remove email accounts Email settings Email accounts can be removed from your device. 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.
  • Page 93: 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 94: 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 95 • To access the following features, tap Edit pictures More options: Edit pictures stored on your device. – Details: View and edit information about 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. the picture, including the date created, 2.
  • Page 96 Play video Video enhancer Play videos stored on your device. Enhance the playback quality of your videos in any video app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 97 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 98 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 99: Google Apps

    Google Apps Gmail Send and receive email with Google’s web- Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a based email service. Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more. Chrome ™ Browse the Internet with Chrome and bring Google your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar...
  • Page 100 Photos Play Store Store and back up your photos and videos Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, automatically to your Google Account with books, magazines, and games in the Google ™ ™ Google Photos Play store. Visit support.google.com/photos to learn Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.
  • Page 101: 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 102 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 103 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 104 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 105: Messages

    Messages 4. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message. • Attach: Add images, audio, and more to your Learn how to send and receive text messages (SMS) message. and multimedia messages (MMS). • Emoticon: Choose an available emoticon from 1.
  • Page 106 Send SOS messages View Messages Send a message with your location to designated 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. contacts when you are in an emergency situation. 2. Tap Messages, and then tap a message to 1.
  • Page 107 Message search Emergency alerts Search through your messages by using the search Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and feature. other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
  • Page 108: 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 109 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 110: Phone

    Phone More options Message Hide the keyboard Call Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
  • Page 111 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 112 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 113 Decline with a message Actions while on a call 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 114 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 115 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 116 Delete call records Block a number 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 117 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 118 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 119 Voicemail Phone settings Use your phone’s voicemail feature. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app. For information on setting up voicemail, see “Set up your voicemail” on page 15. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
  • Page 120: 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 121: Samsung Notes

    Samsung Notes Edit notes Make edits to notes you create. Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/ 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. app/samsung-notes . 2. Tap Samsung Notes. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
  • Page 122 • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move. • Sort by: Change the way notes are organized. • List/Grid view: Switch between List view and Grid view. • Trash: View deleted notes. • Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. Apps...
  • Page 123: 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 124 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 125: Samsung

    • Text chat: Chat with an automated support 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung+. system by texting. 3. Tap Get started, and sign in to your Samsung • Call us: Start a phone call with customer account. service. Plus help •...
  • Page 126 Quick tabs The app will open to your Home page. Swipe left and right across the tabs to view Help topics. Home: Register your Samsung devices and view customized cards. Diagnostics: View storage, connection speed, and battery levels for your device.
  • Page 127: 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 128 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 129: Smart Switch

    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Note: Non-Samsung connected device errors or 2. Tap Smart Switch. defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; For more information, see “Transfer data from your old contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for device” on page 14.
  • Page 130: Additional Apps

    Additional apps The following apps are also preloaded on your device. Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well as text, chat, and play games. Apps...
  • Page 131: Settings

    Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings.
  • Page 132: 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 133: Connections

    Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
  • Page 134: 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 135 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 136 Wi-Fi Direct Share data with Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi capability to share data Share data with another device using Wi-Fi Direct. between devices. A Wi-Fi network connection is not 1. From an app, tap Share. required. – or – 1.
  • Page 137: 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 138 Rename a paired device Share data 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 139: 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 140: 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 141: 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 142 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 143 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 144: Tethering

    Tethering Location You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet Some apps may require one or more location services connection with a computer. be turned on for full functionality. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
  • Page 145 5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections Recent location requests for determining your location: Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. • Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even 1.
  • Page 146: Nearby Device Scanning

    Nearby device Location services scanning Location services store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps can use this data to Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up improve your search results based on places that you easily.
  • Page 147: Connect To A Printer

    Connect to a printer MirrorLink Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi Mirror your device’s display on your car’s network. entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. To use this feature, your car system must support 2.
  • Page 148: Download Booster

    Download booster Virtual Private Networks Download booster improves download speed by using ™ both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE networks at the same time Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks when downloading files over 30 MB in size. (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before Note: Download booster uses mobile data services.
  • Page 149 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 150: Ethernet

    Ethernet Connect to a network using an Ethernet connection. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection settings > Ethernet, and follow the prompts. Connections...
  • Page 151: Sounds And Vibration

    Sounds and vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
  • Page 152: 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 153: 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 154: 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 155: 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 156: 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 157: 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 158: Notifications

    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations.
  • Page 159: 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 160: Display

    Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other settings.
  • Page 161: 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 162: 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 163: Screen Quality

    Screen quality Full screen apps Customize the screen mode to match your viewing Choose which apps you want to use in the full screen preferences. aspect ratio. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 164: Led Indicator

    LED indicator One-handed mode Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice Change the screen layout to accommodate operating recording, or receiving notifications. your device with one hand. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
  • Page 165: 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 166: 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 167: 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 168 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 169: 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 170: Device Security

    Device security Language and input Enable and configure security services for your device. Configure your device’s language and input settings. Change the device language 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. You can add languages to your list and organize them 2.
  • Page 171 Default keyboard Google Voice typing You can select a default keyboard for your device’s Speak rather than type your text entries using ™ menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be Google Voice typing. downloaded from the Google Play store. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
  • Page 172 • Offline speech recognition: Download and Physical keyboards install speech recognition engines, allowing Customize options when you have a physical keyboard you to use voice input while not connected to connected to your device (sold separately). the network. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. •...
  • Page 173 Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: 3. Tap Show keyboard button to enable this feature. • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Autofill service Settings for options. Save time entering information using autofill services. • Language: Select a default language.
  • Page 174: Date And Time

    Date and time Pointer speed Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or By default, your device receives date and time trackpad (not included). information from the wireless network. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time 1.
  • Page 175: Report Diagnostic Information

    Report diagnostic Reset information Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. This feature sends diagnostic information about your Reset settings device when you are having technical problems. You can reset your device to its factory default 1.
  • Page 176: Factory Data Reset

    Factory data reset Reset network settings You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing settings with Reset network settings. all data from your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, 2.
  • Page 177 2. Tap Settings > General management > Reset > Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung Factory data reset. or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized 3. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the service center, you should remove your Google reset.
  • Page 178: Auto Restart

    Auto restart Enable factory reset protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at activates the FRP security feature. set times. Any unsaved data will be lost when the Disable factory reset protection device restarts.
  • Page 179: Software Update

    Software update Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Software update for the following options: • Download updates manually: Check for software updates. •...
  • Page 180: Lock Screen And Security

    Lock screen and security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock screen and security settings.
  • Page 181: Screen Lock Types

    Screen lock types Hide content: Enable to hide the content of notifications. The various Screen lock types offer high, medium, or no Notification icons only: Enable to hide security. Choose from the following: Swipe, Pattern, notification details and show only the icon. PIN, Password, and None.
  • Page 182: Biometric Locks

    Biometric locks Lock screen and AOD settings The following biometric lock types are available: Face recognition: Use facial recognition to unlock Configure display settings for the Lock screen. your device. For more information, see “Face 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. recognition”...
  • Page 183: 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 184: Security Update

    Check the date of the last security software update. Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. You must sign in to your Samsung account in 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure 2.
  • Page 185: 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 186: Encrypt Sd Card

    Wi-Fi network. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send Other security settings > Make passwords visible security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. to enable the feature. Lock screen and security...
  • Page 187: 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 188: 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 189: Accounts

    Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
  • Page 190: 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 191 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 192: 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 193: 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 194: 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 195: Vision

    It • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the may also log your user interface Samsung keyboard and change its colors to interactions with the device. increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
  • Page 196: Hearing

    • Color lens: Adjust the screen colors if you audio for privacy. have difficulty reading the text. • Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. Accessibility...
  • Page 197: Dexterity And Interaction

    • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. with multimedia files when available. 2. Tap Settings > Accessibility > Dexterity and • Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to set interaction, and tap an option: the left and right balance when using a stereo •...
  • Page 198: 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 199: Other Settings

    Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.
  • Page 200: 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 201: Dual Messenger

    Dual messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Dual messenger. 3. Tap On/Off next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app. About phone View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software...
  • Page 202: 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 203 Legal View legal information for your device.
  • Page 204 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 205 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 206 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 207 Samsung Knox pertaining thereto. Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a Nothing contained in the User Manual shall be mark for a Samsung device tested for security with construed to create an express or implied warranty of enterprise use in mind.
  • Page 208 Maintaining water and dust Note: If any liquid is found to have entered your device components or an internally sealed system, this resistance condition will void your device warranty. CAUTION! To avoid electric shock and damage to your Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device, do not charge device while it is wet or in an device.
  • Page 209 Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized Warning! Liquid other than fresh water may enter the water, or to water over 5.0 feet deep for more device faster. Failure to rinse the device in fresh water than 30 minutes. If your device is exposed to fresh and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.
  • Page 210 Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) may vary. Internet: samsung.com ©2018 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window, Samsung Gear, Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Legal...
  • Page 211 The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying services/features.

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