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Page 2: Legal Notices
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Applications ............1 ..............47 Front View .................2 Apps Screen..............48 Back View .................4 Google Applications .............51 Assemble Your Device ...........6 Verizon Applications .............54 Set Up Your Device ............10 Other Applications ............57 Secure Your Device ............11 Calculator ................61 Set Up Accounts on Your Device ......12 Calendar ................62...
Page 7 S Note ................96 Location Services ............150 S Voice ................98 Lock Screen ..............153 Video Player ..............99 Security ................ 155 Voice Recorder ............101 One-Handed Operation..........159 Language and Input Settings........160 Settings ...............102 Backup and Reset ............165 How to Use Settings ..........103 Accounts ..............
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 9: Front View
Front View Earpiece Proximity and Headset jack gesture sensors Status light Front camera Volume Power/Lock key Recent apps Back key Home Getting Started Front View...
Page 10 • Here are some key features on the Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for home screen options. front and sides of your device. • Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. •...
Page 11: Back View
Back View Microphone Infrared transmitter Camera Flash Heart rate sensor Temperature and humidity sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Getting Started Back View...
Page 12 • Here are some key features found on Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands. the back and sides of your device. • Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. • • Temperature and humidity sensor: Monitors both Camera: Take pictures and record videos. temperature and humidity conditions.
Page 13: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover. your device. Install the SIM Card Remove the Back Cover When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card.
Page 14: Replace The Back Cover
Replace the Back Cover ► Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into 1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone the device and that the upper-left angled corner of and press down.
Page 15: Charge The Battery
You can use the device while charging. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Page 16: When To Charge The Battery
When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
Page 17: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Welcome Screen The first time you turn your device on, the Welcome Turn the Device On Screen displays. It will guide you through the basics of setting up your device. ►...
Page 18: Secure Your Device
Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock Set Up a Secure Screen Lock features to secure your device. The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 153.
Page 19: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings.
Page 20: Know Your Device
Know Your Device Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the and icons, as well as how to...
Page 21: Home Screen
Home Screen Notification Icons Status Icons Status Bar Widget App Folder Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen Shortcuts Know Your Device Home Screen...
Page 22 • Here are some features of the Notification Icons: Display new messages and emails, notifications, available software updates, Home screen. and so on. • Status Bar: Displays device status icons (right) and • App Folder: For your convenience, there are notification icons (left). several applications that are grouped into folders •...
Page 23 The Home screen is the starting 2. Use these options to manage screens: • point for using your device. Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens, Add. and then tap • Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a screen, Customize your Home screen and then drag it to Remove.
Page 24: Change The Wallpaper
Change the Wallpaper Widgets Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose Home screen. There are all kinds of widgets, including from preloaded wallpapers. links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
Page 25: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts Folders You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Home screen. Add a Folder to a Home Screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app 1.
Page 26 Use Folders • Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts inside. • To add shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder and release. • To delete a folder, touch and hold a folder until it detaches, and then drag it to Remove and release.
Page 27: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Status Icons Home screen provides device Mute mode is enabled. information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Page 28 Notification Icons Notification Icons Missed call. File is being uploaded or sent. Call in progress. Location service (GPS) is active. Call is on hold. App updates are available from the Google Play Store. App updates are complete. Call is using speakerphone Keyboard is in use.
Page 29: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Swipe or Slide To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. • Swipe the screen to unlock the device. Lightly tap items to select or launch them. • • Swipe the screen to scroll through the Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters Home screens or menu options.
Page 30: Pinch And Spread
Motions and Gestures Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger, or Control your device by making specific gestures with spread by moving your fingers apart. your hand above the device’s screen. • Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while Enable Motions and Gestures viewing a picture or a web page.
Page 31: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Tap notification to launch app or view detail Clear all notifications Know Your Device Notification Panel...
Page 32: Quick Settings
Quick Settings Notification icons on the Status Bar display calendar events, device In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also provides quick access to device functions such as status, and more. For details, open Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. the Notification Panel.
Page 33: Multi Window
Multi Window Multi Window Tray Window Controls Tray Controls Know Your Device Multi Window...
Page 34 Use Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. Note: Not all apps can be used in Multi Window. Activate Multi Window The apps display together on a split screen.
Page 35 Window Controls Customize Multi Window Select an application window and tap the You can customize Multi Window to suit your Border button in the middle of the window border. preferences. Control Buttons Create a Window Group Switch windows: Switch locations between If you use certain apps together in Multi Window often, Multi window applications.
Page 36 Customize the Multi Window Tray You can choose the apps you want to display in the Multi Window tray. Touch and hold Back to display the Multi Window tray. Tray Controls > Edit for options: • To remove an app from the tray, tap and drag it off of the tray and place it in the storage area.
Page 37: S Pen
S Pen Air Command The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing different functions. Air command allows you to quickly activate frequently used applications or perform actions. To launch the Air command menu: Remove S Pen ► Remove the S Pen from the S Pen slot, hold the S The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears, access.
Page 38: Action Memo
Action Memo To link a memo to an action: 1. Write on the memo. An Action Memo is a special type of note that turns your written text into actions on your device. 2. Press Link to actions and select an action to For example, if someone tells you the name of a perform.
Page 39: Smart Select
Smart Select To use stored content: When you tap Collect, the captured content is The Smart Select feature provides a capture tool to stored on top of the Home screen as a thumbnail. The select content on a screen. You can then add it to your following options are available: Scrapbook app or share it with your contacts.
Page 40: Image Clip
Image Clip The current screen is captured, and a pen tool appears. The following editing tools are provided: Outline and crop images from the screen, in any • Pen: Draw on the screen shot. Press the shape, to share or paste. You can edit the cropped Pen icon a second time to change the pen tip, content, or personalize it with your handwriting.
Page 41: Air View
Air View Pen Window This feature allows you to draw an onscreen window Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content, and then populate the drawn area with a target or view information about an item on the screen. application.
Page 42 Direct Pen Input Configure S Pen Settings When filling out a form field in an app (like Name or To configure S Pen settings, including options for Number in Contacts), you can open a Handwriting sounds and for tracking S Pen when it’s not stored in window to allow you to write the entry with the S Pen your device: rather than type.
Page 43: Entering Text
Entering Text Using the Samsung Keyboard Special Keys Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. Tap to insert numbers and symbols. Touch and hold the Options key to: Predictive Text Use Google Voice Typing. Use your handwriting to enter text.
Page 44: Using Google Voice Typing
— improving its accuracy of predicting your text entries. Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung Keyboard: From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input.
Page 45: Using Swype
S Pen To customize Swype: from letter to letter, lifting your finger or the S Pen Apps > From a Home screen, tap between words. Settings > Language and input. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Know Your Device Entering Text...
Page 46: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Page 47: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer a call. Quickly Dial a Number from Explore features and functionality Your Contact List associated with making or answering From a Home screen, tap Phone > Contacts tab. a call. While viewing your contact list, swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact.
Page 48: Options During A Call
Answer a Call on the Main Options During a Call Screen Your phone provides a number of functions that you can use during a call. When a call is received, while the phone is inactive the phone rings and displays the caller’s phone number, Adjust the Call Volume or name if stored in the contacts list on the main screen.
Page 49: Call Waiting
Personalize the Call Sound Setting Call Waiting Adjust the sound by using an audio equalizer. If your service plan supports this feature, you can answer an incoming call while you have a call in ► From the currently active call, tap Menu >...
Page 50: Call Log
Call Log Multitask While on a Call If you exit the call screen from the main screen and The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated missed are stored in the Recent tab. by an icon on the Status Bar.
Page 51 Save a Recent Call to Your Contacts Delete a Call from the Call Log List From a Home screen, tap Phone. From a Home screen, tap Phone. Tap the Recent tab. Tap the Recent tab. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
Page 52: Make A Call Using Speed Dial
Make a Call Using Speed Dial Make an Emergency Call You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for The Emergency calling mode makes dialing an speed dialing their default number. emergency number a one-tap process. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more To make a call using Speed Dial: rapidly than normal calling mode.
Page 53 Make an Emergency Call with a SIM Card From a Home screen, tap Phone. Enter the emergency number (example: 911), then Dial. Call Settings To access the Call settings menu: ► From the Curved screen, tap Phone > Menu > Settings > Call. –...
Page 54: Applications
Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Page 55: Apps Screen
Apps Screen Download and Install New Apps The Apps screen shows all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. Find new apps to download and install on your device: • You can uninstall, disable, or hide Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play Store.
Page 56: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Use Folders to Organize Apps 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. 2. Tap Menu > Create folder. 3. Enter a folder name. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 4.
Page 57 • Show Hidden Apps Create folder: Create a new folder to hold the app icon. You can unhide apps you have hidden and put them • Remove folder: Remove folders that you have back on the Apps screen. created. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
Page 58: Google Applications
Google Applications Gmail Enjoy these applications from Google. Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service. Note: Certain applications require a Google account. Visit google.com to learn more. Google Search not only the Internet, but also the Chrome apps and contents of your device.
Page 59: Google Settings
Google Settings Maps Quickly and easily change Google app Use Google Maps to find your current settings to suit your preferences. location, get directions, and other location-based information. Note: You must be signed in to the application you want to configure. For example, sign in to Note: You must enable location Google+ to configure Google+ settings.
Page 60: Play Games
Play Games Play Store Discover hundreds of games for download Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, and purchase through the Google Play Store. books, magazines, and games in Google Play Store. Play Movies & TV Voice Search Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play.
Page 61: Verizon Applications
Verizon Applications Cloud Enjoy these applications from Verizon Wireless. Use Verizon Cloud to back up and access your data. You can also use Verizon Cloud to transfer content between other devices. Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid subscription.
Page 62: My Verizon Mobile
My Verizon Mobile Verizon Tones View details and manage your Verizon Wireless account. Note: No airtime or minute charges apply when VZ Navigator accessing My Verizon Mobile. Use VZ Navigator to find, share and navigate to millions of locations, avoid traffic and drive, NFL Mobile or walk with ease.
Page 63: Voice Mail
Voice Mail Unanswered calls are sent to Voice Mail. Applications Verizon Applications...
Page 64: Other Applications
Other Applications Amazon Appstore Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Browse and download applications, games and more from the Amazon application store. Visit Amazon.com to learn more. Visit Amazon.com to learn more. Amazon Kindle Audible Use the Amazon Kindle application to download books for reading right on your Download audio books to enjoy on your device.
Page 65: Group Play
S Note creations, and connect with other creative people. Join the PEN.UP community through your Flipboard Samsung, Facebook, or Google+ accounts. Share your original art, comment on others’ Use this application to access your creations, or browse for something unique to personalized magazines.
Page 66: Samsung Link
TripAdvisor This application wirelessly synchronizes With the TripAdvisor, you can plan and have your Samsung device with your TV, streams your perfect trip. With over 75 million reviews content and even keeps tabs on who calls or and opinions by travelers, it is easy to find the sends text messages with real-time, onscreen best hotels, restaurants, and fun things to do.
Page 67: Polaris Office 5
POLARIS Office 5 Polaris Office 5 is a Microsoft Office- compatible office suite for managing your documents online or offline. It can also open Adobe PDF (Portable Document Format) files. Help View information on using your device’s basic features and settings. Applications Other Applications...
Page 68: Calculator
Calculator Additional Functions The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. To clear the results: ► Tap Clear. Basic Operation To clear the calculator history: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Tools folder > ► Tap Menu > Clear history. Calculator.
Page 69: Calendar
Calendar Share Events Manage your events and tasks. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap to view an event or task. Create an Event or Task 3. Tap Share via, select a sharing method, and 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 70: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Switch between the front and back cameras Current shooting mode Camera settings Record video Take a picture MODO Change shooting mode View pictures and Effects videos in the Gallery Applications Camera and Video...
Page 71: Take Pictures
Take Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera, Several visual effects are available. Some modes are or combine shots with Dual mode. not available when taking self-portraits. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
Page 72: Dual Camera
• • Sound & shot: Enrich pictures by adding Surround shot: Take 360 degree pictures to background sounds for a few seconds. create a spherical panorama. • • Drama: Take multiple pictures of a moving Sports: Take pictures of fast movement. subject and merge them into one dramatic •...
Page 73: Camera Settings
• Camera Settings Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Camera. sensor receives. For low light situations, use a higher exposure. Settings to configure settings for Camera. 2.
Page 74 • Camera Smart stabilization: The camera automatically • adjusts in low light to give you brighter, clearer Photo size: Select a resolution. Use higher pictures without the flash. resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory. • Save as: Set the device to delete the original •...
Page 75: Clock
Clock The Clock app offers features for Create an Alarm keeping track of time and setting Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be alarms. notified. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 76: Delete An Alarm
• Delete an Alarm Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. volume of the alarm. • 2. Tap and hold an alarm, and then tap Delete. Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
Page 77: Contacts
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. Google, Email, Facebook, and your Samsung account. Find a Contact You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find For more information on connecting with and one by name.
Page 78: Add A Contact
Add a Contact Edit a Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 79: Save A Business Card As A Contact
Save a Business Card as a Contact Link Contacts 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have multiple similar 2. Tap Menu > Business cards > Add.
Page 80: Delete Contacts
Delete Contacts Remove Contacts from Favorites You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. contacts to delete. 2. Tap the Favorites tab, and then tap and hold a 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 81: Rename A Group
Groups Rename a Group 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team.
Page 82: Contact Settings
Contact Settings Send a Message to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 1.
Page 83: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. manage all your email accounts in When complete, your email appears in the Inbox for one application. the account.
Page 84: Manage Your Email Accounts
Manage Your Email Accounts Email Settings You can view email you receive for all accounts on These settings allow you to modify settings associated the Combined view screen or you can view email with using the Email app. accounts individually. 1.
Page 85: Emergency Alerts
Emergency Alerts This device is designed to receive wireless emergency To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System follow the instructions below: (CMAS) which may also be known as the Personal Apps > From a Home screen, tap Localized Alerting Network (PLAN).
Page 86: Gallery
Gallery • View, edit, and manage pictures and Tap an album to open it. • Tap an image or video to view it in full screen. videos. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image or video. View Images and Videos Zoom In and Out Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out on Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Page 87: Play Videos
Play Videos Edit Images ► From a Home screen, tap ► While viewing an image, tap Apps > Gallery. Menu: • • Edit: Use basic tools to edit your picture. Tap a folder to open it. • • Tap a video to view it. Write on image: Make a copy of the image to write on.
Page 88: Delete Images
• Delete Images Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Gallery. compatible with the device. • 2. Tap a folder to open it. Rename: Rename the file. •...
Page 89: Gallery Settings
Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap Menu > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. 4. Tap Add account to add a Samsung, Google, or Facebook account. Applications Gallery...
Page 90: Internet
Tap the screen twice to zoom in or out. Or pinch Access the Internet the screen to zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Internet. Browser Tabs Command Keys Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time.
Page 91: Saved Pages
Bookmarks Share Pages • ► To share a web page address with others, tap To bookmark the current web page, tap Menu > Share via, select a service, and follow Bookmark > Add bookmark. the prompts. • To open a bookmarked web page, tap Bookmark and tap an entry.
Page 92: Messages
Messages Learn how to send and receive The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as different messages using the default picture, video, and audio messages) to and from other messaging app on your phone. mobile phones or email addresses.
Page 93: Create And Send Messages
Create and Send Messages 3. Tap the Enter message field and use the onscreen keypad to enter a message. This section describes how to create a send a SEND. 4. Review your message and tap message using the Messaging app. Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the 1.
Page 94: Delete Messages
View New Messages Delete Messages When you receive a new message, a new message To delete messages, follow these steps: icon appears on the Status Bar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. To view the message: Menu > Delete. 2.
Page 95: Message Search
Message Search 1. You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 2. From a Home screen, tap Messages. 3. Tap Search. 4. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap Search on the keyboard. Messages Settings Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and so on.
Page 96: Music Player
Music Player Volume Stream the song to another device Adjust volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the Shuffle songs song or playlist Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Rewind song or go to previous song Scan forward or go to next song Pause/Play...
Page 97: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your device, Group Options including images, videos, songs, and ► After selecting a group, tap More options for options: sound clips. • Select item: Select files or folders. • View as: Choose a view. View Files •...
Page 98: File Options
File Options Additional Functions 1. Tap More options > Select item, and select a The following functions are available on the main My file or folder, and then use one of these functions: Files screen: • Search, and then enter search criteria. Share via: Send files to others or share them.
Page 99: Scrapbook
Scrapbook Saving Captured Content The Scrapbook app provides a place for you to manage the multimedia When you capture content with the Smart Select tool, you have the option of saving the content to the content you capture with the Smart Scrapbook.
Page 100 Content in the Scrapbook and be edited. To open the Categories and tags are listed in the menu, along Scrapbook: with the number of content files contained. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung 2. Tap a category to open it. folder > Scrapbook. 3. Tap Menu >...
Page 101: S Health
• Asthma or lung disease; disease. • Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease; Apps > Samsung folder > 1. From Home, tap • Arthritis. S Health. 2. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
Page 102 • You should also check with your doctor if you have You have not exercised for three months or more; symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious • You are overweight or obese; disease, such as: • You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol. •...
Page 103: S Note
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Note. 2. Tap Create new note. Sign in to your Samsung account 3. Use the S Pen to create content. or Evernote account to access your 4. To use a template, tap Menu > Add template.
Page 104 • Edit a Note Text mode: Type text using the keyboard. Tap once to select Text mode. Tap again to change the Text When in the S Note app, you can edit notes as follows: settings. • 1. Tap a note to view it. Photo note: Add a note page by taking a picture.
Page 105: S Voice
Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Voice. 2. Speak a command. 3. Tap the microphone icon if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command.
Page 106: Video Player
Video Player Change player Menu Video file name Playback Volume position Change screen ratio Rewind video or Pop up play go to previous video Pause/Play Scan forward or go to next video Applications Video Player...
Page 107: Your Device
Play and manage videos stored on Use Pop-Up Play your device. Multi task with Pop-Up Play — transform your video player into a pop-up window. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved To access video: anywhere on the screen.
Page 108: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder View Recordings Record voice memos and notes. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Tools folder > Voice Recorder. Create a Voice Recording 2. Tap List to display a list of recordings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 109: Settings
Settings • Configure your device’s Some options have an ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ) or off ( ). connections and settings, • For some options, you must tap a field, add accounts, and customize such as Email address, to display and set the home screen, apps, and options.
Page 110: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Change How Settings Are Listed ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. – or – Settings can be listed in grid view (default), a list view, or a tab view. From a Home screen, drag down from the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel, and then tap From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 111: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. device from all networks and turns off Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option. connectivity features, such as phone Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the calls and Wi-Fi.
Page 112: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks Network (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. requires access to a Wireless Access Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
Page 113 Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Status Indicators Wi-Fi Network These Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status: Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Page 114 • Wi-Fi Settings Share Wi-Fi profile: Share Wi-Fi profile you have created with others. The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of • Advanced: your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. Wi-Fi notifications: Receive a notification From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 115 Wi-Fi Direct Install certificates: Install authentication certificates. Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections MAC address: View your device’s via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. MAC address, which is required when From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 116: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On and Off Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. allows you to connect wirelessly Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on or off. to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free Bluetooth Status Indicators car Bluetooth systems, and...
Page 117 Make Your Device Visible to Scan for Bluetooth Devices Other Bluetooth Devices When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 118: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices pair with the target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish device. trusted connections between your device and another Note: Due to different specifications and features Bluetooth device.
Page 119 Review Files Received via Bluetooth When you receive files from another device via Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Bluetooth > Menu > Received files. Settings Bluetooth...
Page 120: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Menu: • Restrict background data: Restrict some Note: Your service provider may account for data usage apps and services from working unless you differently. are connected to a Wi-Fi network. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 121: More Networks
More Networks Download Booster Printing Download large files faster using Wi-Fi and LTE Print images and documents to Samsung printers and networks at the same time. other compatible printers (not included). From a Home screen, tap Apps > From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 122: Mobile Networks
Mobile Networks Mobile Hotspot Control your device’s access to networks and mobile Use Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s Internet data service. connection with other devices using your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 123 Connect a Device to Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Your Mobile Hotspot From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > More networks > Mobile Hotspot. Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile Hotspot. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 124 Allowed Device List Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Control whether devices connect to your Mobile Manage your Mobile Hotspot security and connecting Hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add settings. devices to the list, they can scan for your device and From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 125: Connect Your Device To A Computer
• Tethering Show password: Display your password instead of masking it. Share your device’s Internet connection with a • Show advanced options: Access advanced computer that connects to your device using a USB options, including Broadcast channel, and cable or via Bluetooth. to specify the channel your device uses for Mobile Hotspot.
Page 126: Adding A Vpn
Edit or Delete a VPN From a Home screen, tap Apps > Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks Settings > More networks > VPN. (VPNs). Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN. before setting up a VPN.
Page 127: Android Beam
S Beam Android Beam When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to content to another NFC-capable device by holding the another NFC-capable device by holding the devices devices close together. You can beam browser pages, close together.
Page 128: Nearby Devices
Nearby Devices Screen Mirroring Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile hotspot. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can Settings > More networks > access your data.
Page 129: Easy Mode
Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy Mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy Mode: Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings > Easy mode. Tap ON/OFF to enable this feature.
Page 130: Hands-Free Mode
Hands-free Mode Use the Hands-free mode for driving. To enable Hands-free Mode: From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Hands-free mode. Tap ON/OFF to enable this feature. Tap an option to enable: • Incoming call: Read out a callers’ information when receiving incoming calls.
Page 131: Call Settings
Call Settings Answer and End Calls Configure options for calling with your phone. You can use the Home key, voice control, or the Power key to answer and end phone calls. Tip: You can also access Call settings from the Phone From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 132: Other Call Options
Other Call Options Ringtones and Sounds Apps > Manage settings for other call options. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Tap Call, and tap an option to customize. • Tap Call, and tap an option to customize. Ringtones and keypad tones •...
Page 133: Other Call Settings
Other Call Settings Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Tap Call, and tap an option to customize. • Current country • Assisted dialing • Auto retry • DTMF tones • Voice privacy Settings Call Settings...
Page 134: Sound And Notification Settings
Sound and Notification Settings Change the Sound Mode Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have touches, and other activities. made. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings >...
Page 135: Vibrate When Ringing
Set the Vibration Intensity Select a Default Ringtone Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. notifications, and haptic feedback. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 136 Select a Default Vibration Change the Notification Sound Pattern Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. own pattern. Tap Sound and notification >...
Page 137: Samsung Keyboard
Other Sounds Play a Sound When Using the Samsung Keyboard Select what notifications the device should make sounds for. Play a tone when keys are tapped on the From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Samsung Keyboard. Tap Sound and notification > Other sounds, and From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 138: Notification Sounds For Samsung Applications
Set Notification Sounds for Do Not Disturb Samsung Applications This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications Choose notification alerts for new calls, email, and can make sounds, and during what time periods you calendar events.
Page 139 Application Notifications Scheduling This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. and off automatically at scheduled times. Tap Sound and notification. Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode Tap Application notifications, and choose an has been turned on manually.
Page 140: Adapt Sound
Adapt Sound You can find the best sound for you and use this during calls and while you play music. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Adapt sound. 3. Tap START, and follow the prompts. Settings Sound and Notification Settings...
Page 141: Display Settings
Display Settings Wallpaper Settings Configure the LED Indicator Change the look of the home and lock screens with Select which functions (such as charging or low wallpaper. battery) the LED indicator on the front of the device will display. You can display a favorite picture or choose from Apps >...
Page 142 Notification Panel Settings To customize which quick setting buttons appear at the top of the Notification Panel: Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the ► Tap and drag buttons to reorder them. Notification Panel. You can also customize which apps appear on the To use the default layout: Recommended applications menu on the Notification ►...
Page 143: Multi Window Settings
Multi Window Settings Select a Screen Mode Turn on the Multi window feature. Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically For more information, see adapt the display depending on the type of image “Multi Window”...
Page 144: Reading Mode
Reading Mode Adjust the Screen Brightness This screen is optimized for reading. This mode is only Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings available for selected applications. or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 145 Automatically Rotate the Screen Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Tap Display > Daydream. Tap ON/OFF to turn Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on the orientation of your face. Daydream on. Configure options: • From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 146: Auto Adjust Screen Tone
Auto Adjust Screen Tone Change the Font Style and Size Adjust the display brightness based on the onscreen You can set the font style and size for all text that image to save power. displays on the screen. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 147: More Settings
More Settings Customize additional display settings. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings > Display. Tap an option to enable the feature: • Show battery percentage: Display the percentage of battery remaining on the Status Bar. • Edit after screen capture: Immediately open the screen for editing after capturing a screen.
Page 148: Storage
Storage View the device memory and usage, To increase available memory: Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all or mount, unmount, or format an apps. optional memory card (not included). Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files (or tap SELECT ALL), and then tap Delete.
Page 149: Install A Memory Card
Install a Memory Card Mount a Memory Card When you install a memory card (not included), it is You can use a microSD or microSDHC card (not automatically mounted (connected to the device) and included) to add additional memory space to your prepared for use.
Page 150: Format A Memory Card
Format a Memory Card Warning: When formatting a memory card (not included), you will want to backup your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 151: Power Saving Mode
Power Saving Mode Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings > Power saving mode. Tap ON/OFF, and tap options to customize how you save power.
Page 152: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for Note: Other applications may be running that affect battery use. device activities. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Tap Battery for options: • Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.
Page 153: Application Manager
Application Manager Memory Usage You can download and install new applications on your device. Use See how memory is being used by Downloaded or Running applications. Application manager settings to From a Home screen, tap Apps > manage your downloaded and Settings >...
Page 154 Downloaded FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working Apps > From a Home screen, tap correctly. Settings >...
Page 155: Running Services
SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your View and control services running on your device. memory card (not included). Apps > From a Home screen, tap From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. Settings > Application manager. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded All the applications that are currently running on applications on your device.
Page 156: Default Applications
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Default applications. the same type, such as email apps, Tap Home and select a Home screen mode: you can select one app to be the • TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user default.
Page 157: Location Services
Location Services Locating Method Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Location. services be turned on for full Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services. functionality. Tap Mode to select how your location is determined: From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 158 Recent Location Requests My Places Apps that have requested your location are listed You can save your favorite locations for use with under Recent location requests. services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 159 Tag Location You can tag your current location in select apps. To enable this feature: From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Location. Tap an app to enable location tags: • Camera • S Note • Scrapbook • Voice Recorder Settings Location Services...
Page 160: Lock Screen
Lock Screen • Choose a method for unlocking PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option provides medium to high your screen. Different Screen Locks security. have different levels of security and • Password: Create a password for unlocking options.
Page 161 • Signature Only Auto factory reset: If you attempt to unlock • your phone incorrectly 10 times it will be reset Make signature visible: Display the signature to factory settings. as you write it. • All Screen Locks Accuracy level: Choose between High, •...
Page 162: Security
Security Encrypt Your Data Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on or encrypt the data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected.
Page 163 To access your device remotely, device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be visit findmymobile.samsung.com. deleted remotely. Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and Prevent Others From enable Google location service to use Remote controls. Reactivating Your Device From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 164: Security Update Service
Tap Security > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts. • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. View Passwords Display password characters briefly as you type them. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 165: Credential Storage
Credential Storage Advanced Security Manage your security certificates. If a certificate Protect your device with these advanced security authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for options. some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 166: One-Handed Operation
• Samsung keyboard: Turn on to adjust the position of the Samsung keyboard left or right for use with one hand. Settings One-Handed Operation...
Page 167: Language And Input Settings
Language and Input Settings Samsung Keyboard Settings Configure your device’s language and input settings. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Language and input. Set Your Default Language Tap Samsung keyboard for options: Apps >...
Page 168: Swype Keyboard Settings
Swype Keyboard Settings Google Voice Typing Settings Configure options for using the Swype keyboard. Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice Typing. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Page 169: Handwriting Recognition
• Handwriting Recognition Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing you Language to use voice input while not connected to the network. Handwriting can be recognized in S Note and Action • Block offensive words: Hide words many Memo.
Page 170: Voice Input
Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options for options: Tap Language and input > Voice input for • options. Choose either the Samsung or Google text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to • Tap Enhanced Google services for full voice each TTS engine for options.
Page 171 Mouse/Trackpad Settings Configure settings for using an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed to set the speed of the pointer. Settings Language and Input Settings...
Page 172: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset • Back up your data to Google servers. Factory data reset: This will return your device to it’s factory default setting and delete You can also reset your device to its all personal data. factory defaults. • Reset settings: This will return your device to it’s factory default setting without affecting personal data, Security, Language, Account,...
Page 173: Accounts
Synchronize Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Samsung account, email, and social Tap (Account type). networking accounts. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that account. •...
Page 174: Account Settings
Account Settings Delete an Account Apps > Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, From a Home screen, tap Settings. you can configure common settings for all accounts of Tap (Account type). the same type. Tap the account, and then tap Menu >...
Page 175: Motions And Gestures
Motions and Gestures • Control certain device actions by Motion: Control your phone with natural movements like putting the phone to your ear touching the screen with the palm of to call a contact directly. your hand. • Palm motion: Control your phone using motions and hand gestures.
Page 176: Voice Control
Voice Control Control certain device actions by using your voice. Apps > From a Home screen, tap Settings. Tap Voice control, and tap ON/OFF to enable. Tap an option to enable each of the following: • Incoming calls • Alarm •...
Page 177: S Pen
S Pen • Configure options and settings for Direct pen input: Turn the Direct pen input feature on or off. This feature allows you to the S Pen. switch from the keyboard to the S Pen when filling in form fields. •...
Page 178: Accessories
Accessories • Configure options when using HDMI S View window wallpaper: Choose a wallpaper. audio devices (not included) or using • Select items to show: Choose to show a a book cover (not included). Camera shortcut, Weather, or Pedometer. HDMI From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 179: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 180: Accessibility
Accessibility • Accessibility services are special Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy. features that make using the device • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter easier for those with certain physical selection instead of double tapping. disabilities.
Page 181 • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung • subtitles with multimedia files when available Interaction control: Block areas of the screen Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate screen and hard key functions. Settings Accessibility...
Page 182 More Settings • Direct access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times in quick succession. • Answering/ending calls: Choose alternative ways to answer and end calls. • Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms and calendar events. •...
Page 183: About Your Device
About Your Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap About phone, and then tap items for more details: • Icon glossary: View details about the icons seen on the Status bar.
Page 184: System Updates
System Updates Software Updates Use Software updates to update your device’s software. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Tap System updates. Follow the prompts to check for available software updates to download and install. Settings System Updates...

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