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Note: This is a user manual for TCL 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G (T702M). There may be certain differences between the user manual description and the phone’s operation, depending on the software release of your phone or specific carrier services. Help...
Basics Device overview Microphone Receiver Front camera Touch screen Back Recent apps Home Microphone Speaker 3.5mm headset connector USB Type-C connector...
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Flash Rear cameras SIM card slot/ microSD Volume up/ card slot down keys Power/Lock Key and Fingerprint sensor Back button • Tap to return to the previous screen, to close a dialog box, options menu, the notification panel, etc. Home button •...
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Recent apps • Tap to view applications you’ve recently accessed. Power/Lock key & Fingerprint sensor • Press: Lock the screen/Light up the screen. Note: Additional shortcuts and customizable settings are available at Settings > Button & gestures > Power key. •...
Getting started Setting up ① Your new phone is partially charged. Charge the battery by using the USB-C cable and charger provided. ② Use the provided SIM pin to open the SIM tray. ③ Place the Nano SIM card and/or microSD card into the tray, then slide the SIM tray into the slot.
Powering on your phone Hold down the Power key until the phone powers on. Unlock your phone (Swipe, PIN, Password, Pattern, Fingerprint or Face recognition) if necessary and confirm. The Home screen is displayed. If you do not know your PIN code or forget it, contact your network carrier.
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The Home screen is provided in an extended format to allow more space for adding applications, shortcuts etc. Slide the Home screen horizontally left and right to get a complete view. Using the touchscreen To access an application, tap it with your finger. Press and hold To enter the available options for an item, press and hold the item.
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Status bar From the Status bar, you can view both phone status (on the right side) and notification information (on the left side). Drag down the Status bar to open the Notifications panel and Quick Settings panel. Drag up to close the panels. Notification panel When there are notifications, drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel to read the detailed information.
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Quick settings panel Drag down the Notification panel to open the Quick Settings panel, where you can enable or disable functions or change modes by tapping the icons. Tap to open the full Settings menu. Lock/Unlock your screen To protect your phone and privacy, you can lock the screen with a pattern, PIN, password, registered fingerprint or registered face To create a screen unlock, tap Settings >...
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To lock the phone screen • If your phone remains inactive for a period of time, it will automatically lock the screen and enter sleep mode to save power. Go to Settings > Display > Sleep and select a screen timeout period. •...
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Use Face unlock to unlock the screen • To activate Face unlock, go to Settings > Security & privacy > Device unlock > Face & fingerprint unlock > Face unlock. Before using the Face unlock, you need to set a pattern/PIN/password. •...
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Personalizing your Home screen You can press and hold a folder, an application or a widget and drag the item to your preferred Home screen. Reposition Press and hold an item and drag it to the desired position and then release.
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View recently used applications Tap the Recent apps button. Tap a thumbnail to open the application. Slide up on a thumbnail to close the application. Slide a thumbnail right/ left to switch between the applications. Tap Clear all at the bottom of the screen to close all the running applications.
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Volume adjustment Press the Volume keys to adjust the Ring volume. Tap the icon to adjust Media, Ring, Notification and Alarm volume.
Text input Using the Onscreen Keyboard Onscreen Keyboard settings Swipe up on the Home screen, and then select Settings > System > Keyboard. A series of settings will become available for your selection. Adjust the Onscreen Keyboard orientation Turn the phone sideways or upright to adjust the onscreen keyboard orientation.
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Text editing • Press and hold or double tap within the text you want to edit. • Drag the tabs to select the text to edit. • The following options will appear: Cut, Copy and Share. Insert new text • Tap where you want to type or press and hold a blank area. The cursor will blink, and the tab will appear.
Multimedia applications Camera .............. Launch Camera From the home screen, tap Camera ① ⑤ ② ⑥ ③ ⑦ ④ Slide left or right to switch between modes ① Tap to access photo settings: Flash, Timer, and more. ② Zoom in/out ③...
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⑥ Tap to access super macro mode. 4cm is the best macro shooting distance. ⑦ Open Photos to view the photos or videos you have taken. To take a photo The screen acts as the viewfinder. First, position the object or landscape in the viewfinder, tap the screen to focus if necessary.
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Modes and settings Modes Slide left or right to switch between modes. • MOTION: Capture movements in motion, like shooting a basketball. PATH: Generates motion trajectory images with multiple continuous shots. • VIDEO: Access video mode. SLOW MOTION: Records videos at 120fps. TIME LAPSE: Speed up footage playback to create a sense of time elapsing.
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Settings to set more options: • AI scene detection: It can detect image content and scenes, and automatically apply a specific preset to images in different scenes. This allows you to apply more aggressive presets to images than can benefit from that - like landscapes and sunsets.
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• Camera leveler: The camera level tool is a part of the grid overlay, which is useful in itself for more balanced compositions. • Volume button function: Customize the Volume button to Shutter, Zoom or Volume when using camera. • Storage: Choose between phone and microSD card storage when an microSD card is inserted.
Google Photos ..........Google Photos acts as a media player for you to view photos and play videos. In addition, a set of further operations to pictures and videos are available for selection. To view the photos you have taken, tap from the Home screen.
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Working with pictures You can work with pictures by rotating or cropping them, sharing them with friends, setting them as a contact photo or wallpaper, etc. Find the picture you want to work on, then tap the picture. • Tap to share the picture.
Apps and features Phone ..............Making a call To make a call, tap on the Home screen. ① ④ ② ⑤ ③ ① View the call's detailed information ② Call log ③ Favorite numbers ④ Show the dialpad ⑤ Access to Contacts...
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Press and hold to access voicemail Enter the desired number from the keypad and tap to place the call or select a contact from Contacts or Call logs by sliding or tapping tabs, then make the call. The number you entered can be saved to Contacts by tapping Create new contact or Add to a contact.
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Emergency call If your phone has network coverage, dial the emergency number and to make an emergency call. Depending on your network and country this could even work without a SIM card and without typing in the SIM PIN code. Answering or rejecting a call When you receive a call: •...
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If you receive a voicemail, will appear on the Status bar. Open the Notification panel and tap New voicemail. During a call To adjust the volume during a call, press the Volume up/down key. End the current call. Mute the current call. Tap again to unmute the call. Display the keypad.
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Managing multiple calls Swap calls When you accept two calls, tap and then tap to switch between two lines. The current call will be put on hold, and you are able to join the other call. Conference calls You can set up a conference call as follows. ①...
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④ to start the conference. ⑤ to end the conference call and disconnect all callers. Call settings Tap from the Phone screen, then tap Settings to set phone and contact settings. Call log from the Phone screen to You can access your call log by tapping view missed calls, outgoing calls and incoming calls.
Contacts ............Contacts enables quick and easy access to the contact you want to reach. You can view and create contacts on your phone and synchronize these with your Gmail contacts or other applications on the web or on your phone.
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Adding a contact in the contact list to create a new contact. You are required to enter the contact's name and other contact information. By scrolling up and down the screen, you can move from one field to another. Tap to save Select a picture or take a photo for the Phone contact Tap to open available labels...
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Editing your contacts To edit contact information, tap in the contact details screen. When finished, tap Save. Using the Quick contact panel Tap a contact to open the Quick contact panel. • Tap or the number to make a call. •...
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Sharing contacts You can share a single contact or contacts with others by sending the contact's vCard to them via Bluetooth, Gmail, etc. • From the Contacts screen, press and hold a contact and tap • Select the application to perform this action. Accounts Contacts, data or other information can be synchronised from multiple accounts, depending on the applications installed on your phone.
Messages ............Writing a new message You can create, edit, send and receive SMS and MMS with this phone. To access Messages, tap from the Home screen. On the message list screen, tap to write text/multimedia messages. Sending a text message •...
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Specific letters (accented) will also increase the size of the SMS. This may cause multiple SMS to be sent to your recipient. Sending a multimedia message MMS enables you to send video clips, images, photos, animations, and sounds to other compatible mobiles and e-mail addresses. An SMS will be converted to MMS automatically when media files (image, video, audio, slides, etc.) are attached or subject or email addresses are added.
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Manage messages When receiving a message, will appear on the Status bar as a notification. Drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel. Tap the new message to open and read it. You can also access the Messages application and tap the message to open it.
Calendar ............Use Calendar to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc. To view the calendar and create events, open the Google apps folder from the Home screen, then tap Calendar. Multimode view You can display the Calendar by Schedule, Day, 3 days, Week, or Month, to select.
• Invite guests to the event. Enter the email addresses of the guests you want to invite. The guests will receive an invitation from Calendar and Email. • When finished, tap Save at the top of the screen. To quickly create an event from the Day, 3 days and Week view screens, tap an empty spot to select a target area, then tap again to create a new event.
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Clock View times across the world. • Tap to search for a city. Timer From the Clock screen, tap Timer to enter. • Set the time. Tap to start the countdown. • Tap to pause. • Tap to reset.
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Stopwatch From the Clock screen, tap Stopwatch to enter. • Tap to start the Stopwatch. • Tap to show a list of records according to the updated time. • Tap to pause. • Tap to reset.
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Bedtime From the Clock screen, tap Bedtime to enter. • Set a regular wake-up alarm • Set bedtime and reminder notification • Set a certain bedtime mode • Tap Done to finish your bedtime setting. Adjust Clock settings Tap to access settings.
Calculator ............To solve mathematical problems with Calculator, swipe up from the home screen, then tap ① ② ③ ① Tap to review calculation history, choose theme, privacy policy, send feedback, search for help. ② Tap to switch between Basic calculation and Scientific calculation. ③...
Other applications The previous applications in this section are preinstalled on your phone. To download and install more 3rd party applications, use the Google Play Store application. Google applications Google apps are preinstalled on your phone to improve work efficiency and help you enjoy life.
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Maps Google Maps offers satellite imagery, street maps, 360° panoramic views of streets, real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for traveling by foot, car, or public transportation. By using this application, you can find your own location, search for a place, and get suggested route planning for your trips.
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Assistant Press and hold the Home button to quickly ask for help, check the news, make a phone call, and more. Files Files displays all data stored on the phone, including both external microSD card and internal storage, such as applications, media files downloaded from Google Play Store, YouTube or other locations;...
Settings To go to Settings, tap from the Home screen or swipe up from the Home screen and then tap You can also drag down from the notification panel and tap Wi-Fi You can connect to the internet when your phone is within range of a wireless network.
To forget a Wi-Fi network The following steps prevent automatic connection to networks which you no longer wish to use. • Turn on Wi-Fi, if it’s not already on. • On the Wi-Fi screen, tap the name of the saved network. •...
• In the dialog that pops up, tap PAIR to confirm. • If the pairing is successful, your phone will be connected to the device. To unpair from a Bluetooth device • Tap beside the device you want to unpair from. •...
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When your mobile hotspot is activated, you can rename your phone's Wi-Fi network (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network. • Tap Settings > Connections > Hotspot & tethering > Mobile hotspot. • Tap Hotspot name to rename the network SSID or set your network security.
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Before adding a VPN, you should set a screen lock for your phone. Private DNS Select the Private DNS Mode of the device. to enable or disable NFC. The function allows data exchange when the phone touches another device. Cast You can use Cast to display your device’s screen on your TV, and display content like TV shows, movies, photos, games, and websites from supported apps.
Chromebook Link your phone to a Chromebook so that you can text from your computer, share your phone’s Internet connection and simplify unlocking. Quick Share The device location permission needs to be turned on for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to detect nearby devices. Android Auto Use apps on your car screen, if compatible with your car.
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Darker display mode Empty screen space will become black in this mode, making it easier to look at your screen or read in dim light. Dark theme Turn on to lower screen brightless in dark light environment. Eye comfort mode Eye comfort mode can effectively reduce blue light radiation and adjust the colour temperature to relieve eye fatigue.
Refresh rate Select the refresh rate of the screen. When a high refresh rate is set, the screen will scroll more smoothly. When you select a standard refresh rate, you can use the battery longer. High brightness mode This feature enhances screen visibility in bright environments, such as direct sunlight, by making the screen easier to read.
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Phone ringtone Set your incoming call ringtone. Notification ringtone Set the default sound for notifications. Alarm ringtone Set your alarm ringtone. Vibration & haptics Set vibration for calls, notifications, etc. Live Caption To detect speech on your device and automatically generate captions, turn this feature on by following the instructions on your device.
Notifications Manage app notifications. You can set permission of apps notification, the authority to show the notifications on the lock screen, etc. 4.10 Button & gestures System navigation Select your favourite navigation button layout. Gestures To set some gestures for convenient use, such as 3-finger screenshot. Power key Quick open camera To quickly open camera, press the power button twice.
4.11 Advanced features Health Care Health Care helps you to take proactive steps to improve your overall health. Screen Recorder Set the video resolution, sound, etc. To use Screen Recorder, Swipe down the Status bar twice to access the Quick Settings panel and tap then drag up to the quick settings panel, exit from edit screen and tap the new added title.
4.14 Security & privacy App security Play Protect regularly checks your apps and device for harmful behavior. You'll be notified of any security risks found. Device unlock Screen lock Select one method such as Swipe, Pattern, PIN or Password to unlock the screen.
System and updates Check for security updates and update Google Play system. Privacy To protect your privacy, enable or disable apps from accessing your location, messages, phone, and enable Google to save your passwords. Other settings You can also set Device admin apps, SIM lock, Encryption & credentials, Trust agents, etc.
4.17 Storage Enter Settings > Storage to check the usage of storage space and free up more when necessary. 4.18 Accounts Add, remove, and manage your email and other supported accounts. You can also use these settings to control the options for how all applications send, receive and synchronize data;...
4.22 System About phone View basic information for your phone such as model name, CPU, camera, Battery capacity, etc. You can also check legal information, build number, status and other specs. System Update If you want to update the system, tap CHECK FOR UPDATES (refer to “5 FOTA upgrade”).
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Reset options Reset all network settings and app preferences, you won't lose your data with these settings. If Erase all data is selected, all data in your phone's internal storage will be erased, please back up your data before reset. Multiple users Allow multiple users and share your device by adding new users.
FOTA upgrade Use the FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) upgrade to update your phone's software. To access updates, from the app list, tap Settings > System > System Update. Turn on data connection or Wi-Fi before searching for updates. With Wi-Fi turned on, the system is able to discover if a new firmware version is available and if so, begin to download and install it automatically.
Troubleshooting Before contacting the service center, here are some instructions to help you troubleshoot your device: • For optimal operation, fully charge the battery. • To improve the phone’s performance, remove unnecessary files or apps on your phone. • Update your phone's software via Settings > System > System Update. •...
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• If it still doesn't work, reset the phone or update software. My phone can't charge properly • Make sure that you are using the TCL charger that comes with the phone. • Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; if the battery power has been empty for a long time, it may take around 20 minutes to display the battery charging indicator on the screen.
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My phone can't connect to the Internet • Make sure that the internet access service of your SIM card is available. • Check your phone's internet connection settings. • Make sure that you are in a place with network coverage. •...
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• Check with your carrier to make sure that your subscription includes this service. • Make sure that this feature doesn't require a TCL accessory. When I select a number from my contacts, the number can't be dialed • Make sure that you have correctly recorded the number in your contacts.
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My callers can't leave messages on my voicemail • Contact your network carrier to check service availability. I can't access my voicemail • Make sure that your carrier’s voicemail number is correctly entered in "Voicemail number". • Try later if the network is busy. I can't send and receive MMS •...
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The phone can't be detected by others via Bluetooth • Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and your phone is visible to other users. • Make sure that the two phones are within Bluetooth’s detection range. The battery drains too fast •...
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I forgot some passwords/codes/keys on my phone • Perform a factory data reset. • If you still cannot access your phone, apply to the authorized repair center, but remember that it will not be regarded as a warranty case. How to back up my device data •...
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• Clear the cache of the 'Camera' app. To clear an app's cache: go to the main menu > select Settings > Apps > See all apps > Camera > Storage & cache > Clear storage and Clear cache. • Drag down the quick settings bar in any interface, touch the flashlight icon to check whether the flash on your device works.
Accessories Standard accessories • 18W charger • Type C USB cable • SIM card pin • Quick Guide & PSI • Accessories depend on countries. • Only use the TCL batteries, chargers, and accessories included along with your device.
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