Page 1 User guide.
Page 2 U S E R M A N U A L...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Special features Learn about your device Meet Bixby Navigation Face recognition Home screen Direct Share Customize your Home screen Media volume limiter Status bar Multi window Notification panel Getting started Bixby Front view Face recognition Back view Multi window Set up your device Enter text...
Page 4 Apps Phone Use apps Samsung Gear Calculator Samsung Notes Calendar Smart-Things Camera and video Verizon Apps Clock Additional apps Contacts Settings Email Access Settings Galaxy Apps Search for Settings Gallery Connections Google Apps Wi-Fi Internet Bluetooth Message+ Phone visibility Messages...
Page 5 Mobile hotspot Key-tap feedback Tethering Sound quality and effects Mobile networks Separate app sound Location Notifications Nearby device scanning Manage notifications Connect to a printer Smart alert Virtual Private Networks Display Sounds and vibration Screen off settings Sound mode Screen brightness Vibrations Blue light filter Volume...
Page 6 Battery Find My Device Storage Security update Memory Install unknown apps Language and input Secure Folder Date and time App permission monitor Report diagnostic information Secure startup Reset Encrypt SD card Factory data reset Set up SIM card lock Auto restart View passwords System updates Security update service...
Page 7 About phone Add an account Getting help Backup and restore Videos Google settings Smart Simulator Accessibility Tips and Tricks Vision Samsung Care Hearing Legal Dexterity and interaction Legal information More accessibility settings Accessibility services Other settings Help Manage game features...
Page 8: Special Features
Special features Learn about your mobile device’s special features.
Page 9: Meet Bixby
Media volume limiter Bixby can help you understand your settings and set up Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. For your Samsung device. more information, see “Media volume limiter” on page 128. For more information, see “Bixby” on page 28.
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 Front camera Proximity sensor Volume keys Power key Recent apps Back Home key 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 128. –...
Page 13: Back View
Back view Microphone Rear camera Speaker Flash Headset jack 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
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 16 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved then plug the charging head into a standard by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for outlet. your device to maximize battery life. Using other 3.
Page 17: 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 18 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 19 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. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/...
Page 20 Set up your voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Touch and hold Voicemail. 3. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name. For more information, see “Voicemail”...
Page 21: 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 22: 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 23 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 24: 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 25: 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 26 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 27 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 28 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 29 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 30 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 31: 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 32 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 33: 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 34 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 35: 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 36 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 37: Face Recognition
Face recognition Face recognition Customize how face recognition works. Use face recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can use face 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. recognition to unlock the screen by recognizing 2.
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 Split screen view action The Window controls modify the way app windows are The Recent apps key can be configured to switch displayed in split screen view. between full screen view and split screen view. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options: 2.
Page 40: Enter Text
GIF keyboard: Add animated GIFs. One-handed keyboard: Change the keyboard layout for use with one hand. Settings: Access keyboard settings. Stickers: Add illustrated stickers. Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard. ™ Voice input: Use Google Voice typing. Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type.
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: 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 52 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 53: 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 54 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 55 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 56: Camera And Video
Camera and video Settings Gallery Flash Take a picture Full screen Record video Switch cameras Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
Page 57 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 58 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 59 Camera settings • Video size: Select a resolution. Higher resolution requires more memory. Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera’s settings. • Save pictures as previewed: Save self-portraits or self-recordings as viewed on 1.
Page 60 • Review pictures: Review pictures after taking them. • Quick launch: Press the Home 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 61: 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 62 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 63 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 64 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 65: 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 164. –...
Page 66 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 67 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 68 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 69 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 70 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 71 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 72 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 73: 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 74 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 75 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 76: 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 77: 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 78 Edit pictures • To access the following features, tap 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 79 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. 2.
Page 80 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 81 Delete pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Gallery. 3. Tap More options > Edit. 4. Tap pictures and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos.
Page 82: 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 83 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 84: 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 85 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 86 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 87 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 88: Message
Message+ • Tap Attach to attach an item, such as a postcard, picture, video, audio recording, This section describes how to create and send a Glympse location, location, contact card, message using the Verizon Messages app. or song. Create and send messages •...
Page 89 Read messages Reply to messages When you receive a message, your phone notifies you Messages you exchange with another person are displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so by displaying the New message icon in the you can see all the messages in one place. Status bar.
Page 90 Delete messages Delete conversations You can delete all messages that you've exchanged 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. with another person. 2. Tap Verizon folder > Message+. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 3.
Page 91 Protect a message from deletion You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Verizon folder > Message+.
Page 92: 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 93 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 94 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 Settings > Connections > More connection settings.
Page 95: 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 96 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 97: Phone
Phone More options Voicemail Video call Hide the keyboard Call Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only. Apps...
Page 98 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 99 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 100 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 101 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 102 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 103 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 104 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 105 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 106 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 13. Place a multi-party call If your service plan supports this feature, you can 1.
Page 107 Advanced calling Wi-Fi Calling Make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a Enjoy high definition voice and video calling from Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by Verizon. your wireless service provider. You need to activate 1.
Page 108 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 109: 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 Gear. Apps...
Page 110: 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 folder >...
Page 111: Smart-Things
Samsung Notes. Note: Non-Samsung connected device errors or 3. Tap More options for the following options: defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move. support.
Page 112: Verizon Apps
Verizon Apps My Verizon View details and manage your Verizon Pre-installed apps may vary according to your plan. Wireless account. No airtime or minute Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more or contact your charges apply when accessing My Verizon. service provider for additional information. Caller Name ID Security and Privacy Subscribe to Caller Name ID to identify...
Page 113: Additional Apps
Additional apps The following apps are preloaded or downloaded over the air to your device. Finance Receive financial news and data, including stock quotes and financial reports. Newsroom Receive headlines and other news stories. Sports Receive sports news, scores, and fantasy games.
Page 114: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings.
Page 115: 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 116: Connections
Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
Page 117: 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 118 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 119 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 120: 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 121 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 122: 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 123 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 124: Airplane Mode
Airplane mode Mobile hotspot Airplane mode disconnects your device from all Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use networks and turns off connectivity features. your device’s Internet connection. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 125 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 126 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 127: 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 128: 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 129 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 130: 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 131: Virtual Private Networks
Virtual Private Manage a VPN Networks Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection. Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before 2.
Page 132 Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 3.
Page 133: Sounds And Vibration
Sounds and vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
Page 134: 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 135: Volume
Volume Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers and other audio. (not included). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 136: Ringtone
Ringtone Do not disturb Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. Set your device to mute all or some notifications and 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 137: System Sounds
• Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you unlock the screen. • Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone to alert, vibrate, or silent. • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.
Page 138: Sound Quality And Effects
Sound quality and • Concert hall: Simulate the reverb of a concert hall. effects • Adapt Sound: Customize your sound settings. Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 139: Separate App Sound
Separate app sound You can choose to have an app play sound on a speaker or headphones separate from the rest of the sounds on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and vibration > Separate app sound.
Page 140: Notifications
Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations.
Page 141: 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 142: Display
Display Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other settings.
Page 143: 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 144: 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 145: Screen Quality
Screen quality One-handed mode Customize the screen mode to match your viewing Change the screen layout to accommodate operating preferences. 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 146: 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 147: 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 148: Storage
Storage Mount a memory card When you install an optional memory card, it is View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, automatically mounted (connected to the device) and or format an optional memory card (not included). prepared for use. However, should you unmount the 1.
Page 149 Remove a memory card Format a memory card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back the memory card, unmount the card before removing it up your music and photo files that are stored on the from the device.
Page 150: Memory
Memory Language and input Check the amount of available memory. You can close Configure your device’s language and input settings. background apps and reduce the amount of memory Change the device language you are using to speed up your device. You can add languages to your list and organize them 1.
Page 151 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 152 Physical keyboards • Offline speech recognition: Download and 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 153 3. Tap Autofill service and select your preferred Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: service. • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Settings for options. • Language: Select a default language. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
Page 154: 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 155: 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 156: 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 157 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 158: 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 159: System Updates
System updates Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > System updates for the following options: • Check for system updates: Manually check for available software updates.
Page 160: Lock Screen And Security
Lock screen and security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock screen and security settings.
Page 161: 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 162: Biometric Locks
Biometric locks Clock and information The following biometric lock types are available: Configure features for the Lock screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Face recognition: Use facial recognition to unlock your device. For more information, see “Face 2.
Page 163: Google Play Protect
• App shortcuts: Select which apps to open from 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. the Lock screen. 2. Tap Settings > Biometrics and security > Google Play Protect Find My Device. If you are not logged in to a Google Account, Configure app safety checks from Google Play.
Page 164: 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 165: 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 166: Encrypt Sd Card
Encrypt SD card Set up SIM card lock Protect your optional memory (not included) card by Require your SIM card PIN to unlock and use your encrypting its data. SIM card. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1.
Page 167: Security Update Service
– Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis. Lock screen and security...
Page 168: Credential Storage
Credential storage Knox active protection Manage your security certificates. You can disable or Protect your device against malicious attacks. remove certificates. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2.
Page 169: 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 170: Accounts
Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
Page 171: Add An Account
Add an account Account settings Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, You can add and manage all your email, social you can configure common settings for all accounts of networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. the same type.
Page 172: Backup And Restore
Backup and restore Remove an account You can remove accounts from your device. Configure your device to backup data to your personal accounts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. Google account 2. Tap Settings > Accounts > Accounts > [Account type].
Page 173: 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 174: 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 175: Vision
• Voice Assistant: Give spoken feedback to • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the assist blind and low-vision users. Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and – Voice Assistant can collect all of the text the background.
Page 176: Hearing
• Color lens: Adjust the screen colors if you use with hearing aids. have difficulty reading the text. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available.
Page 177: Dexterity And Interaction
• Left and right sound balance: Use the slider to • Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval set the left and right balance when using a for this action. stereo device. • Click after pointer stops: Automatically click •...
Page 178: 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 179: Other Settings
Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.
Page 180: 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 181: 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 182: 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 183: Legal
Legal View legal information for your device.
Page 184: Legal Information
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 185 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 186 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 187 Product. In instructed to power down the device. You must then addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any damages contact your carrier to restore the device to the carrier of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the authorized settings.
Page 188 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, and Smart Switch are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Legal...
Page 189 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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