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Samsung Tab S Basics Handbook Manual

Samsung Tab S Basics Handbook Manual

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Welcome to
Samsung Smart Academy
Basic for
GALAXY S5
& Tab S (8.4 / 10.5)
Duration : 2 hours
To save the environment by reducing paper wastage, physical handouts will not be provided
You can download at this link : http://www.samsung.com/sg/smartacademy/materials/

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Summarization of Contents

Your Essential Set-up Guide
Chapter 1: Essentials in Daily Life
Covers basic setup and essential daily use functions.
Chapter 2: Smart Mode with Camera
Explores advanced camera features and smart modes.
Chapter 3: Content & Services
Details additional benefits, GALAXY Gifts, and available services.
S5 Interface: Basic Introduction
Home Screen Widgets
Widgets on the Home Screen for quick information access.
Pinning Favorite Apps
Pinning frequently used apps to the Home Screen for one-touch access.
Launch Bar Customization
Customizing the launch bar with frequently used apps or folders.
Tab S Interface: Basic Introduction
File Explorer Shortcut
Accessing the File Explorer through a dedicated shortcut.
Exterior Device Introduction
Device Buttons and Scanners
Overview of physical buttons and the fingerprint scanner.
S5 Personalization
Navigating Home Screens
Illustrates the three indicated Home Screens on the S5.
Main Home Screen Setup
Demonstrates the main Home Screen layout and customization options.
Removing Home Screens
Procedure for removing Home Screens from the device.
Tab S Personalization
Tab S Home Screens
Shows the indicated Home Screens on the Tab S device.
Tab S Home Screen Settings
Comparison of Home Screen settings between Tab S and S5.
Widget Personalization (S5 & Tab S)
Widget Types and Placement
Examples of widgets like Alarm, Email, and Facebook for the Home Screen.
Widget Functionality Examples
Demonstrates widgets like Find my Gear, GALAXY Apps, and GALAXY Essentials.
Adding Widgets to Home Screen
Widget Addition Process
Step-by-step guide on adding widgets like GALAXY Essentials and Gifts.
Pinning Widgets to Favorites
Pinning chosen widgets to the favorite Home Screen for quick access.
S5 Home Screen Settings
Transition Effects
Setting transition effects between Home Screen pages, like Card stack.
My Magazine Home Screen Integration
Viewing My Magazine updates directly on the Home Screen.
My Magazine Settings
Automatic Content Refresh
Enabling automatic updates for My Magazine content upon opening.
Customizing News and Social Feeds
Selecting categories for news and social feeds to personalize My Magazine.
Design Your Own Home Screen
Customizing Content Home Space
Creating a personalized space on Tab S for easy access to apps and news.
Integrating S Planner and Business
Shows S Planner and Business (Flipboard) for schedule and news management.
Hancom Office Integration
Highlights the use and integration of Hancom Office on the device.
Intuitive UI for Home Screen Design
Pinch Zoom for Widget Management
Using pinch zoom gestures to add or remove widgets.
Long Press for Layout Adjustments
Using a long press to resize or rearrange widget layouts.
Adding Shortcut Apps to Home Screen
Shortcut App Installation
Steps to add desired shortcut apps to the device's Home Screen.
Customizing Launch Bar Apps
Rearranging Launch Bar Icons
Instructions on how to rearrange apps in the launch bar.
App Page: Edit Mode
Edit Mode Options
Accessing options like Create page, Create folder, and Hide apps.
App Page: Folder Creation
Creating App Folders
Process for creating new folders to organize applications on the device.
App Page: Folder Management
Checking Apps within Folders
Verifying which applications have been placed inside a created folder.
Folder Creation Confirmation
Confirmation message indicating a folder has been successfully created.
Folder Options: Color Change
Customizing Folder Appearance
Changing the color of app folders for visual customization.
Moving Apps In/Out of Folders
App Management within Folders
Detailed steps for moving applications into or out of folders.
App Page: Uninstall/Disable Apps
App Removal and Disabling
Procedures for uninstalling or disabling applications from the App page.
Notification Panel Usage
Accessing the Notification Panel
How to pull down the notification panel and use two-finger gestures.
S Finder Functionality
Searching with S Finder
Using S Finder to input keywords and search for information on the device.
Quick Connect for File Sharing
Simplifying File Transfer
Quick Connect offers a simplified method for sending files between devices.
S Finder and Quick Connect Integration
Using S Finder to Initiate Quick Connect
Initiating Quick Connect via S Finder for file sharing.
Selecting Content for Sending
Choosing various content types like images and videos to share.
Wi-Fi Download Booster
Accelerated Large File Downloads
Using Wi-Fi and LTE together for faster downloads of files over 30MB.
S5 Adaptive Display Settings
Display Settings Navigation
Accessing Display settings to adjust brightness, font, and screen modes.
Screen Mode and Auto Tone Adjustment
Options for Screen mode and automatically adjusting screen tone for better viewing.
Tab S Adaptive Display Settings
Tab S Display Options
Navigating Tab S display settings, including Screen mode choices.
Adaptive Display Feature on Tab S
Highlights the 'Adapt Display' option within the Tab S Screen mode settings.
Fingerprint Scanner Setup
Fingerprint Manager and Features
Managing fingerprints, setting passwords, and enabling features like screen lock.
Fingerprint Scanner Registration Process
Authenticating Fingerprint Swipes
Authenticates fingerprint by swiping the home button multiple times.
Fingerprint Scanner and Private Mode
Accessing Private Mode via Settings
Navigating to Private Mode through the device settings menu.
Private Mode File Management
Moving Media to Private Mode
Steps to move photos and other files into the Private Mode storage.
Account Creation Process
Adding Various Account Types
Guide for adding new accounts such as Google, Facebook, and Samsung.
Understanding Samsung Accounts
Samsung Account Benefits and Use
Samsung Account as a device management tool for data sync and backup.
Creating Your Samsung Account
Samsung Account Registration Steps
Instructions for creating a new Samsung account using device or Facebook login.
Samsung Account Synchronization
Data Sync Options
Details on syncing Calendar, Contacts, Internet, Memo, S Note, and Scrapbook.
Message Settings: Keyboard
Samsung Keyboard Customization
Configuring keyboard settings like predictive text, auto-replacement, and auto-spacing.
Message Settings: Keyboard Swipe
Input Language Switching
Using swipe gestures to toggle between different input languages on the keyboard.
Managing Low Battery Situations
Overview of Power Saving Modes
Introduction to Power Saving and Ultra Power Saving modes for battery life.
Power Saving Mode Configuration
Power Saving Feature Options
Features like blocking background data, restricting performance, and greyscale mode.
Ultra Power Saving Mode Activation
Ultra Power Saving Mode Benefits
Simplified interface and limited app access for maximum battery saving.
Easy Camera Operation
Camera Interface Elements
Key elements of the camera interface, including shortcuts and preview.
Customizing Camera Shortcuts
Setting up customizable shortcuts for quick access to camera functions.
Camera: Shortcut Customization
Adding Up to Three Shortcuts
Instructions on how to customize camera shortcuts by drag and hold.
Video Recording and Photo Capture
Simultaneous Photo Taking During Video
Capturing still photos while a video is being recorded.
Camera Modes Overview
Available Camera Modes List
Lists various camera modes such as Auto, Beauty face, Panorama, and Download.
Camera Mode: Dual Camera
Dual Camera Functionality
Using the Dual Camera feature to capture images with front and rear cameras simultaneously.
Camera: Shot & More Feature
Shot & More Functionality
Allows shooting first and selecting modes like Best photo or Drama Shot later.
Shot & More Options Explained
Shot & More Mode Selection
Explains options like Best photo, Best face, Drama shot, Eraser, and Panning shot.
Shot & More: Best Photo Selection
Choosing the Best Shot
Selecting the best photo from a series or saving all captured images.
Drama Shot Frame Selection
Selecting Frames for Drama Shot
Choosing specific frames from a sequence to create a Drama Shot effect.
Eraser Shot Functionality
Removing Unwanted Objects
Using the Eraser tool to remove distracting objects from photos.
Shot & More: Panning Shot
Panning Shot Effects
Options for Panning Shot include focusing on Objects or creating Motion blur.
Gallery Image Editing Workflow
Selecting Images for Editing
Choosing a source image from the Gallery to initiate the editing process.
Camera: Selective Focus (S5 only)
Using Selective Focus Feature
Demonstrates how to apply Selective Focus on the Samsung S5 camera.
Selective Focus Effect Explained
Focusing on the Main Subject
Selective Focus blurs backgrounds, ensuring the main subject remains sharp.
Camera: Real-Time HDR
Real-Time HDR for Image Quality
Enhances images by adjusting contrast and detail using HDR.
Real-Time HDR: Before and After
Comparing HDR Off vs. On
Visual comparison of images with HDR disabled versus enabled.
Camera Studio Features
Comprehensive Photo and Video Editing
Studio provides tools for collages, retouching, and video editing.
Available Studio Editing Tools
Lists various editing tools like Photo Studio, Collage Studio, and Video Trimmer.
Accessing Camera Studio
Studio Options via Camera Menu
Accessing Studio features like Photo Studio and Collage Studio from the Camera menu.
Content and Services Overview
GALAXY Essentials for Your Device
Introduces GALAXY Essentials for essential apps tailored for your GALAXY.
GALAXY Gifts Premium Apps
Highlights GALAXY Gifts for exclusive premium applications.
GALAXY Apps Store
Browsing GALAXY Apps
Navigating the GALAXY Apps store to find essentials and gifts.
GALAXY Essentials Details
Optimized Apps for Galaxy Devices
Lists optimized applications available for Galaxy devices.
Essential Apps for Galaxy S5
Showcases key apps for the Galaxy S5, including ChatON and Polaris Office.
GALAXY Gifts App Showcase
GALAXY Gifts for Galaxy Tab S
Lists premium apps available through GALAXY Gifts for the Galaxy Tab S.
GALAXY Gifts for Galaxy S5
Lists premium apps available through GALAXY Gifts for the Galaxy S5.
GALAXY Life Program
GALAXY Life Benefits and Access
GALAXY Life offers privileges, app recommendations, and content.
Redeeming GALAXY Life Offers
Process for redeeming GALAXY Life deals, requiring Samsung Account sign-in.
GALAXY Life Featured Deals
Exclusive S5 User Offers
Showcases various special deals and discounts for Samsung S5 users.
Content Management Options
External Storage and USB Transfers
Managing content via MicroSD cards and USB transfer methods.
Dropbox Cloud Storage Integration
Information on using Dropbox for cloud storage with GALAXY Gifts.
Download Training Materials
Samsung Smart Academy Resources
Link to download training materials and join free workshops on SMART products.