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Summarization of Contents
Getting started
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Overview of the Galaxy S22 Ultra model.
Galaxy S22+
Overview of the Galaxy S22+ model.
Galaxy S22
Overview of the Galaxy S22 model.
Set up your device
Steps to set up your new device.
Start using your device
Initial steps for operating the device.
Maintaining water and dust resistance
Guidelines to preserve water and dust resistance features.
Charge the battery
Information on charging the device and recommended chargers.
Wireless power sharing
How to charge other devices wirelessly using your phone.
Use the Setup Wizard
Guided setup process for new devices.
Bring data from an old device
Transferring data from a previous device.
Lock or unlock your device
Securing and accessing your device using screen locks.
Side key settings
Customizing shortcuts for the device's side key.
Accounts
Managing user accounts and sign-in information.
Add a Google Account
Signing in to your Google account for device features.
Add a Samsung account
Signing in to your Samsung account for exclusive features.
Set up voicemail
Configuring your device's voicemail service.
Navigation
How to navigate the device using touch screen gestures.
Swipe
Using swipe gestures for device navigation.
Drag and drop
Moving items and widgets on the screen.
Zoom in and out
Adjusting content size on the screen.
Touch and hold
Using touch and hold actions for interaction.
Navigation bar
Understanding and using the on-screen navigation buttons.
Navigation buttons
Configuring the order and behavior of navigation buttons.
Navigation gestures
Enabling and customizing swipe gestures for navigation.
Customize your home screen
Personalizing the device's main interface with apps and widgets.
App icons
Managing and launching applications from the home screen.
Wallpaper
Changing the device's background image.
Themes
Applying visual themes to customize the device's look.
Icons
Applying different icon sets for apps.
Widgets
Adding and managing widgets on the home screen.
Home screen settings
Adjusting layout, grids, and app visibility on the home screen.
Easy mode
Simplifying the device layout with larger text and icons.
Status bar
Understanding icons and information displayed in the status bar.
Notification panel
Accessing and managing notifications and quick settings.
Quick settings
Accessing and using quick settings for device functions.
Quick settings options
Explains available options within the Quick settings panel.
S Pen
Introduction to the S Pen and its functions.
Air view
Previewing content by hovering the S Pen over the screen.
Air Actions
Using S Pen button and gestures for remote functions.
Anywhere actions
Customizing shortcuts using S Pen gestures.
App actions
Using S Pen for specific actions within apps.
Screen off memo
Writing memos on a turned-off screen.
Pin to Always On Display
Pinning memos to the Always On Display.
Air command
Accessing S Pen features like Smart select and Samsung Notes.
Create note
Creating new notes in the Samsung Notes app.
Smart select
Copying content from the screen using the S Pen.
Screen write
Capturing screenshots and annotating them with the S Pen.
Live messages
Creating animated drawings or written messages.
AR Doodle
Drawing interactive doodles using AR camera features.
Translate
Translating words and phrases using the S Pen.
PENUP
Drawing, coloring, and sharing creations.
Configure S Pen settings
Customizing S Pen behavior and features.
Bixby
Using Bixby as a virtual assistant for daily tasks.
Bixby Vision
Using Bixby with camera, gallery, and internet for information.
Digital wellbeing and parental controls
Monitoring and managing device usage and parental controls.
Always On Display
Viewing information without unlocking the device.
AOD themes
Applying custom themes to the Always On Display.
Biometric security
Using biometrics for secure device access and logins.
Face recognition
Setting up and using face recognition for unlocking.
Face recognition management
Customizing face recognition settings and appearance.
Fingerprint scanner
Setting up and using the fingerprint scanner for security.
Fingerprint verification settings
Configuring fingerprint recognition for app access.
Biometrics settings
Adjusting preferences for biometric security options.
Mobile continuity
Using device features across multiple devices and computers.
Samsung DeX
Connecting your device to a PC or TV for enhanced multitasking.
Multi window
Using multiple apps simultaneously in a split-screen view.
Window controls
Resizing and switching app windows in split-screen mode.
Edge panels
Accessing customizable panels from the screen edge.
Apps panel
Adding app shortcuts to the Edge panel for quick access.
Configure Apps panel
Editing and organizing apps within the Apps panel.
Configure Edge panels
Customizing the behavior and content of Edge panels.
Edge panel position and style
Adjusting the position, transparency, and color of the Edge handle.
Enter text
Inputting text using the keyboard or voice.
Toolbar
Accessing keyboard features like emojis, GIFs, and handwriting.
Configure the Samsung keyboard
Customizing keyboard layout, languages, and typing suggestions.
Smart typing
Enabling predictive text, emoji suggestions, and auto-replace.
Other settings
Voice input, handwriting, and other keyboard configurations.
Camera and Gallery
Camera
Using the camera app for photos and videos.
Gallery
Managing and editing captured media.
Navigate the camera screen
Focusing, zooming, and switching cameras.
Configure shooting mode
Selecting and customizing various shooting modes.
AR Zone
Accessing augmented reality features like AR Emoji and AR Doodle.
Space Zoom
Capturing photos with high magnification zoom.
Record videos
Recording smooth lifelike videos.
Camera settings
Adjusting scene optimizer, shot suggestions, watermarks, and video settings.
General
Tracking auto-focus, grid lines, location tags, and shooting methods.
View pictures
Viewing photos, applying Bixby Vision, and using editing options.
Edit pictures
Enhancing photos with auto adjust, transform, filters, and tone settings.
Play video
Playing videos, marking favorites, and setting as wallpaper.
Share pictures and videos
Sharing media files via various apps and connections.
Delete pictures and videos
Removing media files from the device.
Take a screenshot
Capturing images of the device screen.
Screenshot settings
Modifying screenshot format, toolbar, and bar visibility.
Screen recorder
Recording screen activities with optional video overlay.
Apps
Using apps
General information on accessing and managing installed applications.
Samsung apps
Overview of preloaded and downloadable Samsung applications.
Google apps
Overview of preloaded and downloadable Google applications.
Microsoft apps
Overview of preloaded and downloadable Microsoft applications.
Uninstall or disable apps
Removing or disabling installed applications from the device.
Search for apps
Finding specific apps or settings using the search function.
Sort apps
Arranging app shortcuts alphabetically or by custom order.
Create and use folders
Organizing app shortcuts into folders for easier management.
Game Booster
Optimizing game performance and blocking interruptions.
App settings
Customizing default apps, Samsung apps, and app privacy.
AR Zone
Accessing augmented reality features like AR Emoji and AR Doodle.
Bixby
Using Bixby for personalized content and suggestions.
Galaxy Store
Downloading premium and exclusive apps for Galaxy devices.
Galaxy Wearable
Connecting your device to Samsung Watch using the application.
Samsung Wallet
Making payments with your device using Samsung Wallet.
Smart Switch
Transferring contacts, photos, and other content from an old device.
Calculator
Using basic and scientific math functions, and a unit converter.
Calendar
Consolidating and managing calendars from online accounts.
Calendar alert style
Customizing alert styles and sounds for calendar events.
Clock
Tracking time and setting alarms using the Clock app.
Alarm
Setting one-time or recurring alarms with various notification options.
Alarm settings
Configuring notifications for upcoming alarms.
World clock
Tracking current time in multiple cities around the globe.
Stopwatch
Timing events with hundredth-of-a-second accuracy.
Timer
Setting countdown timers up to 99 hours.
Other settings
Managing app permissions and customization services for the Clock app.
Contacts
Storing, managing, and synchronizing contacts with accounts.
Create a contact
Adding new contact entries with details.
Favorites
Marking contacts as favorites for easy access.
Groups
Organizing contacts into groups for easier management.
Manage contacts
Importing, exporting, and merging contact information.
Emergency contacts
Adding and displaying emergency contacts for quick access.
Internet
Browsing the web securely with the Samsung Internet app.
Browser tabs
Managing multiple web pages simultaneously using tabs.
Save a web page
Saving webpages for offline access or quick access.
Secret mode
Browsing privately without saving history or cookies.
Messages
Sending messages, photos, and emojis to contacts.
Emergency messaging
Sending messages and location to emergency contacts during SOS.
Emergency alerts
Receiving notifications about imminent threats and emergencies.
My Files
Viewing and managing files stored on the device and cloud accounts.
My Files settings
Customizing file management options and cloud account connections.
Phone
Making and receiving calls, and accessing advanced calling features.
Calls
Making, answering, and managing phone calls from various screens.
End a call
Ending an active phone call.
Call background
Setting custom pictures or videos as call backgrounds.
Block a number
Preventing specific numbers from calling or messaging your device.
Speed dial
Assigning shortcut numbers for quick dialing of contacts.
Emergency calls
Making emergency calls regardless of phone activation status.
Place a multi-party call
Adding multiple participants to an ongoing call.
Wi-Fi calling
Making calls over Wi-Fi when connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Samsung Health
Tracking physical activity, diet, and sleep for overall well-being.
Samsung Notes
Creating notes with text, images, voice recordings, and music.
Create notes
Adding text, images, and voice recordings to notes.
Voice recordings
Creating annotated voice recordings synced with notes.
Notes menu
Viewing notes by category, shared notebooks, trash, and folders.
Chrome
Browsing the internet and syncing tabs, bookmarks from computer.
Drive
Managing files saved to Google Drive cloud account.
Duo
Making cross-platform video calls on various devices.
Google
Finding online content and personalized feeds.
GPay
Making payments using Google Pay at participating stores.
Maps
Getting directions and location-based information using Google Maps.
Photos
Storing and backing up photos and videos to Google Photos.
Play Store
Finding and downloading new apps, movies, music, and games.
Outlook
Accessing email, calendar, contacts, and tasks in Outlook.
Office
Using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps on the mobile device.
Settings
Access Settings
Ways to access and navigate the device settings menu.
Connections
Managing network and device connections like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Sounds and vibration
Controlling device sounds, ringtones, and vibration feedback.
Notifications
Managing app alerts and notification styles.
Display
Configuring screen brightness, timeout, font size, and other display options.
Lock screen and security
Securing the device with screen locks and managing security features.
Accounts
Connecting and managing user accounts like Google and Samsung.
Device maintenance
Optimizing device performance, battery, storage, and memory.
Accessibility
Configuring features for users with visual, hearing, or dexterity impairments.
Other settings
Accessing additional device settings and user manuals.
Wi-Fi
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks for internet access.
Connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network
Manually connecting to Wi-Fi networks not listed in scans.
Advanced Wi-Fi settings
Configuring intelligent Wi-Fi, data switching, and network quality info.
Wi-Fi Direct
Sharing data between devices using Wi-Fi Direct.
Bluetooth
Pairing and connecting with Bluetooth-enabled devices.
NFC and payment
Using NFC for contactless payments and data transfer.
Airplane mode
Turning off all wireless connections for flights or specific restrictions.
Mobile networks
Configuring device connectivity to mobile networks and data usage.
Data usage
Monitoring and customizing mobile and Wi-Fi data usage.
Turn on Data saver
Reducing data consumption by limiting background app data usage.
SIM manager
Managing dual SIM cards or eSIM for multiple mobile accounts.
Mobile hotspot
Creating a Wi-Fi network from your device's data plan.
Tethering
Sharing your device's internet connection with other devices.
Connect to a printer
Printing documents and images wirelessly from your device.
Virtual Private Networks
Connecting to a private secured network using a VPN.
Private DNS
Configuring device connection to a private DNS host.
Network unlock
Checking device eligibility for unlocking to use other mobile networks.
Sounds and vibration
Controlling device sounds, ringtones, and vibration feedback.
Sound mode
Changing the device's sound mode without using volume keys.
Vibrations
Customizing how and when the device vibrates for alerts.
Volume
Adjusting volume levels for ringtones, media, and system sounds.
Ringtone
Customizing call ringtones by selecting preset sounds or adding audio files.
System sound
Customizing sounds for touch interactions, charging, and screen lock.
Dolby Atmos
Enhancing audio quality for media and gaming with Dolby Atmos.
Separate app sound
Playing app audio on a separate Bluetooth speaker or headset.
Notifications
Managing app alerts and notification styles.
App notifications
Allowing or disabling notifications for individual applications.
Notification pop-up style
Changing the style and additional settings for your notifications.
Do not disturb
Blocking sounds and notifications, and setting exceptions or schedules.
Advanced settings
Configuring notification icons, battery percentage, and history.
Alert when phone picked up
Notifying about missed calls/messages by vibrating when the phone is picked up.
Display
Configuring screen brightness, timeout, font size, and other display options.
Dark mode
Switching to a darker theme for comfortable viewing at night.
Screen brightness
Adjusting screen brightness based on lighting conditions or preference.
Motion smoothness
Enhancing scrolling and animations by increasing screen refresh rate.
Eye comfort shield
Reducing eye strain by adjusting screen color temperature and scheduling.
Screen mode
Adjusting screen quality for different situations.
Font size and style
Customizing font type, weight, and size for better readability.
Screen resolution
Adjusting screen resolution to save battery or improve image quality.
Full screen apps
Choosing apps to use in the full screen aspect ratio.
Screen timeout
Setting the duration before the screen automatically turns off.
Lift to wake
Turning the screen on by lifting the device.
Double tap to turn on screen
Turning the screen on by double-tapping instead of using the Side key.
Double tap to turn off screen
Turning the screen off by double-tapping instead of using the Side key.
Keep screen on while viewing
Keeping the screen on when looking at it using the front camera.
One-handed mode
Changing the screen layout for one-handed device operation.
Lock screen and security
Securing the device with screen locks and managing security features.
Screen lock types
Choosing between Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, or None for screen lock.
Set a secure screen lock
Setting up a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password) for biometric setup.
Google Play Protect
Regularly checking apps and the device for security risks.
Find My Mobile
Protecting the device from loss or theft by locking, tracking, or deleting data remotely.
Samsung Pass
Accessing services with biometric data and signing into Samsung account.
Secure Folder
Creating a secure folder to protect private content and apps.
Private Share
Sharing files privately and preventing recipients from resharing.
Install unknown apps
Allowing installation of third-party apps from selected sources.
Set up SIM card lock
Setting a PIN to prevent unauthorized use of the SIM card.
Device administration
Authorizing apps and features for administrative access to the device.
Credential storage
Managing trusted security certificates for secure connections.
Advanced security settings
Configuring advanced settings to protect the device.
Permission manager
Managing app access to device features like camera, microphone, and location.
Controls and alerts
Controlling app access to camera, microphone, and clipboard.
Samsung Privacy
Sending diagnostic data and customizing Samsung privacy settings.
Google Privacy
Customizing Android and Google privacy features.
Location
Enabling and configuring location services for device functionality.
Location services
Managing how location data is stored and used by apps.
Emergency Location Service
Automatically sending location to emergency services during calls/texts.
Accounts
Connecting and managing Google, Samsung, email, and social accounts.
Add an account
Adding and syncing email, social, and picture/video sharing accounts.
Account settings
Configuring custom settings for individual accounts.
Remove an account
Deleting accounts from the device.
Backup and restore
Backing up and restoring device data to personal accounts or storage.
Samsung account
Enabling backup of information to the Samsung account.
Google Account
Enabling backup of information to the Google Account.
External storage transfer
Backing up data to USB storage or restoring using Smart Switch.
Google settings
Configuring device Google settings based on your Google Account.
Device maintenance
Optimizing device performance, battery, storage, and memory.
Quick optimization
Improving device performance by identifying battery-draining apps and clearing files.
Battery
Monitoring battery usage, power saving, and wireless charging.
Storage
Viewing storage capacity and detailed usage by category and file type.
Memory
Checking available memory, closing background apps, and cleaning memory.
Advanced device care options
Accessing additional device care features and reports.
Language and input
Configuring device language, keyboard settings, and text-to-speech options.
Change the device language
Adding and setting the preferred language for the device interface.
Text-to-speech
Configuring voice options for reading text aloud.
Keyboard list and default
Changing the default keyboard and modifying keyboard settings.
Physical keyboards
Customizing options for connected physical keyboards.
Mouse and trackpad
Configuring pointer speed, button assignments, and scrolling for mice/trackpads.
Passwords and autofill
Saving time by using autofill services for passwords and information.
Date and time
Setting automatic or manual date, time, and time zone.
Customization service
Providing customized content and recommendations based on usage.
Troubleshooting
Checking for software updates and resetting device settings or factory defaults.
Software update/System updates
Checking for and installing available software and security updates.
Reset all settings
Resetting all device settings to factory defaults without affecting personal data.
Reset network settings
Resetting Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.
Reset accessibility settings
Resetting device accessibility settings without affecting personal data.
Factory Data Reset
Resetting the device to factory defaults, erasing all data.
Google Device Protection
Protecting the device from unauthorized resets using Google account verification.
Collect diagnostics
Collecting diagnostic data for troubleshooting device issues.
Accessibility
Configuring features for users with visual, hearing, or dexterity impairments.
Recommended for you
Viewing and enabling recommended accessibility features.
TalkBack
Enabling and customizing TalkBack for screen navigation without sight.
Spoken assistance
Using voice commands and audio descriptions for device navigation and content.
Visibility enhancements
Adjusting colors, contrast, and font size for better visual clarity.
Colors and clarity
Adjusting colors and contrast for text and screen elements.
Size and zoom
Increasing screen element size and creating shortcuts for accessibility features.
Hearing enhancements
Adjusting audio quality for hearing aids or earphones.
Sounds
Adjusting audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones.
Alternate input
Controlling the device using custom switches, assistant menus, or voice access.
Interactions
Simplifying motions for answering calls or responding to notifications.
Touch settings
Adjusting screen sensitivity to taps and touches.
Mouse and physical keyboard
Configuring settings for connected mice and physical keyboards.
Accessibility shortcuts
Assigning shortcuts for accessibility features using buttons.
Notifications
Customizing notification behavior and flash alerts.
Installed apps
Installing additional assistance services for the device.
About Accessibility
Viewing legal and license information for Accessibility software.
Contact us
Contacting Samsung support for questions or problems.
Tips and user manual
Accessing tips, techniques, and the complete user manual for the device.
Modes and Routines
Setting up modes and routines to automatically change device settings.
Android Auto
Using phone apps on the car display for driving.
Dual Messenger
Using two separate accounts for the same app.
Smart suggestions
Getting suggestions for useful actions based on device usage.
Medical info
Storing and accessing emergency medical information when the device is locked.
Quick Share
Sharing files with your device using Quick Share.
Labs
Trying experimental features that may not work correctly with all apps.
About phone
Viewing device information like model number, software versions, and IMEI.
Samsung Knox
Samsung's security platform tested for enterprise use.
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