Page 1: User Manual
S M A R T P H O N E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
Page 2: Legal Notices
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Page 3 Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG. security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required.
Page 4 Online Legal Information The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at: English www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Spanish www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP The online version of the End User Licensing Agreement for your device can be found online at: www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
................2 S Health Back View ................61 ................3 S Voice Assemble Your Device ................62 ..........4 Samsung Apps/Galaxy Apps Set Up Your Device ......63 ............7 Video Player Set Up Accounts on Your Device ..............64 ......9 Voice Recorder ..............65...
Page 6 Finger Scanner ..............99 Motions and Gestures ..........100 Air View ................101 Accounts ................. 102 Backup and Reset ............ 103 Language and Input Settings ......104 Date and Time Settings ........107 Safety Assistance ............. 108 Accessories ..............110 Battery ................
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Page 8: Front View
Front View Proximity and Earpiece light sensors Status light Front camera Volume key Power/Lock key Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to Proximity and light sensors: Detects the close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. presence of objects near the device.
Page 9: Back View
Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light Microphone: Records audio and detects voice environments when taking a photo or recording commands. video. •...
Page 10: Assemble Your Device
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to Install the SIM Card assemble your device. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and other features.
Page 11: Install A Memory Card
You can use the device while charging. Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging 1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are the phone, making sure the connectors align. designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may 2. Gently press down to secure the battery.
Page 12 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet. 3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device. Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery can cause damage to the device.
Page 13: Set Up Your Device
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure Turn the Device On your device. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off...
Page 14 Maintain Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP67 using the Ingress Protection rating system. The dust rating is 6 (highest level of protection), and the water resistance rating is 7 (water resistant up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes). Despite this classification, your device is not impervious to water damage in any situation.
Page 15: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account. – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. F or more information, see Accounts.
Page 16: Set Up And Access Voice Mail
Set Up and Access Voice Mail Set Up Your Voice Mail 1. From the Home screen, tap Voicemail. 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name. Note: These steps may be different depending on your network.
Page 17: 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 18: Home Screen
Home Screen Notification icons Status icons Status Bar Widget App folders Home screen indicator Apps screen App shortcuts • • App folders: For your convenience, there are Notification icons: Display new messages and several Google applications grouped into a folder emails, notifications, available software updates, on the main Home screen.
Page 19: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Customize your Home screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen by adding application shortcuts, 1.
Page 20: Change The Wallpaper
Folders Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Add a Folder to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut. 2. Drag the shortcut onto Create folder and release. 3. Enter a folder name. Add application to place additional apps 4.
Page 21: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call. information (such as network Call in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call is on hold. alerts on the left.
Page 22: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.
Page 23: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Tap a notification to launch its app Clear all or view it notifications Notification icons on the Status Quick Settings Bar display calendar events, In addition to notifications, the Notification panel device status, and more.
Page 24: Multi Window
Multi Window Multi window tray Window controls Tray controls 3. Tap the following option to activate it: Multi-task by using multiple • applications at the same time. Open in Multi window view: Automatically view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video player, or attachments from email.
Page 25 Use Multi Window Window Controls After activating Multi window, you can use it to run Select an application window and tap multiple apps at the same time. in the middle of the window to display the window controls. Note: Only apps located on the Multi window tray can be used together.
Page 26: Multi Window Settings
Change the Order of Apps in the Multi Window Tray 1. Touch and hold Multi window tray. 2. Touch and hold an app, drag it to a new position in the tray and then drop it. Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray You can choose the apps you want to display in the Multi window tray.
Page 27: Enter Text
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Options key Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Special Keys Tap to insert numbers and symbols. Tap to insert letters. Touch and hold the Options key to: Use Google Voice Typing.
Page 28 To use Google Voice Typing: Google Voice 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Typing. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it. 2. Speak your text.
Page 29: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Page 30: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer or Reject a Call a call. Explore features and When a call is received, the phone rings and functionality associated with displays the caller’s phone number or name if stored in the contacts list.
Page 31: Options During A Call
Multi-task While on a Call Personalize the Call Sound Setting Adjust the sound by using an audio equalizer. If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by on the ► From the currently active call, tap Status Bar.
Page 32: Call Log
Call Log Use Speed Dial to Make a Call The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for or missed are stored in the Call log. speed dialing their default number. 1.
Page 33: Make An Emergency Call
Make an Emergency Call The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process. Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode. Make an Emergency Call without a SIM Card Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency call with the phone.
Page 34: 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 35: Apps Screen
More options > Show disabled apps. devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more. 3. Tap each app you want to enable, and then tap Note: When you access Samsung apps, Galaxy Apps DONE. is downloaded to your phone and displays on the Apps screen. Applications...
Page 36: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps icons can be organized in folders and Hide Apps from View listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps you do not want to see on the Apps screen. Change the Order Apps Are Listed 1.
Page 37 • Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps. This option displays only if apps have been hidden. • GALAXY Essentials: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. • Help: View information about your device. Applications...
Page 38: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Google. Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. Note: Certain applications require a Google Account. google.com Visit to learn more. Google Now Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up Chrome and organize it into convenient cards that...
Page 39: Play Music
Maps Play Music Use Google Maps to find your current With Google Play Music, you can play location, get directions, and other music and audio files on your device. location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more.
Page 40: Cricket Applications
Cricket Applications These services make using Cricket even better and easier. My Cricket Access billing, make a quick payment, view usage and access support from the palm of your hand. Voicemail Quickly view, access and play back your voicemail messages, easily save important numbers to your Favorites list and respond to messages by calling back or texting.
Page 41: Other Applications
(Portable Document Format) files. Smart Remote Smart Remote lets you control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as ON/OFF function, channel navigation, and volume control from the same Samsung device you already know.
Page 42: Calculator
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. 5.
Page 43: Calendar
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Calendar Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. Create an Event or Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.
Page 44: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Current shooting mode Camera flash mode Switch between Storage the front location and rear cameras Record video Take a picture Quick settings Change shooting mode Camera settings View pictures and videos in the Gallery Use your device’s built-in camera Take Pictures and camcorder to take photos Take pictures with your device’s front or rear...
Page 45: Quick Settings
Dual Camera Mode 3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can touch onscreen icons to access various camera Take pictures and record videos using the front options and settings. You can also touch the and rear cameras at the same time. A variety of screen to move the focus field to the area you picture-in-picture styles are available.
Page 46 • • Tap to take pics: Tap anywhere on the screen Exposure value: Change the exposure value. to take a picture. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low light situations, use a • Selective focus: Make objects stand out from higher exposure.
Page 47: Clock
Clock • The Clock app offers features for Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the keeping track of time and setting volume of the alarm. alarms. • Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set a time interval and number of repeats for snoozing.
Page 48 Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the Stopwatch tab and use the following options: • START: Begin timing. • STOP: Stop timing. •...
Page 49: Contacts
Email, Facebook, and your • Choose a storage account for the contact. You Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account. For more information on connecting with and •...
Page 50: Link Contacts
Share a Name Card Link Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s When you have contacts from various sources information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it multiple similar entries for a single contact.
Page 51 Favorites Groups When you mark contacts as favorites, they are You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display device comes with preloaded groups, and you can together on the Favorites tab in Contacts. create your own.
Page 52: Contacts Settings
Contacts Settings Add Contacts to a Group Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap These settings allow you to modify settings Contacts. associated with using the Contacts app. 2. Tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 3.
Page 53: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and Refresh Your Email Account manage all your email accounts Refresh your account to update your email in one application. accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. To access Email: 2.
Page 54: Email Settings
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Under General settings, tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. 4. To configure specific settings for each account, tap Manage accounts and then tap the account to configure.
Page 55: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos and videos. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. View Images and Videos Note: Videos are indicated by Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Page 56 • Face Tags Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or as a contact’s photo. Face tags allow you to add a contact name to • Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi people in your photos. Using face tags lets you filter connection.
Page 57: Gallery Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions. More options > Add account to add a 4. Tap Samsung, Google, or Facebook account. Applications Gallery...
Page 58: Internet
Internet Access the Internet with a Browser Tabs fully-featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: Access the Internet ► Tap More options > New tab. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 59: Internet Settings
Share Pages To share a web page address with others: ► Tap More options > Share via and follow the prompts. Incognito Tabs Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.
Page 60: Memo
5. To send a memo to others, tap More options > Select, select a memo, and tap Share via. 6. To send the memo to a Google or Samsung printer, tap More options > Select, select a memo, and tap More options > Print.
Page 61: Messages
Messages Learn how to send and receive Create and Send Messages different messages using the This section describes how to create a send a default messaging app on your message using the Messages app. phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 62: Messages Settings
View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon displays on the Status Bar. messages, push messages, and so on. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap To view the message: Messages.
Page 63 To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, follow the instructions below: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. 2. Tap More options > Settings > Emergency alerts. 3. Tap Emergency alerts. All alerts are enabled by default (check mark showing). 4.
Page 64: Music Player
Music Player Stream the song to Volume another device More options Adjust volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song Shuffle songs or playlist Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Rewind song or go to Scan forward or go...
Page 65: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your Local Storage device, including images, videos, To view folder and files located on the device: songs, and sound clips. ► Tap Device storage. To view folders and files located on the memory To access the My Files app: card (if installed): ►...
Page 66: Group Options
My Files Options File Options On the main My Files screen: 1. Tap a folder to open it. More options 2. Tap files to select them or tap Search, and then enter search criteria. 1. Tap > Select, select files, and then use one of these Storage usage to view memory 2.
Page 67: S Health
S Health • Use S Health to plan, track, and A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; manage your health goals and • Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that activities, including exercise, goes away when you rest. sleep, and meals.
Page 68: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast. Use S Voice Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap ...
Page 69: Samsung Apps/Galaxy Apps
Apps. When you access Samsung Apps, Galaxy Apps is installed on your device. Samsung Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that provides a quick and easy way to find and download apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. GALAXY Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps.
Page 70: Video Player
Video Player Change player Volume Video file More options name Adjust volume Playback position Elapsed Length of playing time video Change Pop-up player screen ratio Rewind video Scan forward or go to or go to next previous video Pause/Play video Use Pop-Up Player Play and manage videos stored on your device.
Page 71: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder Record voice memos and notes. Manage Recordings To display a list of recordings: Create a Voice Recording 1. From a Home screen, tap Voice Recorder. 1. From a Home screen, tap List. 2. Tap Voice Recorder. To share or delete one or more voice recordings: 2.
Page 72: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features. • Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping the ON/OFF button to turn the option on or off • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options.
Page 73: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Customize the Quick Settings Menu To access settings: Quick settings are the settings that you are most ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings.
Page 74: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Manually Connect to a types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
Page 75 • Wi-Fi Options WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. configurable).
Page 76: Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3.
Page 77: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range Make Your Device Visible to communications technology that Other Bluetooth Devices allows you to connect wirelessly When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth to a number of Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains devices, such as headsets visible.
Page 78: Pair Bluetooth Devices
Pair Bluetooth Devices Review Files Received via Bluetooth The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device When you receive files from another device via and another Bluetooth device. Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings.
Page 79: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. 1.
Page 80: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Data usage for options: • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification Panel.
Page 81: Location Settings
Location Settings Some apps, such as Google Location Services maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to for full functionality.
Page 82: More Networks
More Networks The More Networks settings Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) allow you to configure a variety You can set up and configure Virtual Private of communication settings for Networks on your device. your device. Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN.
Page 83: Share Files With Nfc
Share Files with NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) S Beam allows data exchange when you When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to touch your device with another another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam images and videos compatible device.
Page 84: Nearby Devices
Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings >...
Page 85: Printing
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Printing. 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Page 86: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. To enable Screen Mirroring: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Tap SCAN to find available devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
Page 87: Mirrorlink
MirrorLink Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink. To activate MirrorLink: 1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable. 2.
Page 88: Sounds And Notifications
Sounds and Notifications Configure the sounds and Sound Mode vibrations used to indicate You can switch between sound modes, while notifications, screen touches, preserving the individual sound settings you have made. and other activities. Tip: Sound modes are also available from the Device options menu.
Page 89: Vibrate When Ringing
3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under 3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview, and then tap Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate OK to set it as your default ringtone. whether to enable the sound or vibration.
Page 90: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb You can set your phone to silence all calls and alerts except for times you schedule. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Sounds and notifications. 2. Tap Do not disturb. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. 4. Tap Allow exceptions to allow alarms, calls, messages, or events and reminders.
Page 91: Display Settings
Display Settings Adjust display options and Screen Rotation features, including the font Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on options, screen brightness, and the orientation of your face. more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >...
Page 92: Screen Mode
Screen Mode Daydream (Screen Saver) Choose a screen mode to match your type of The Daydream setting controls what the screen viewing. You can choose to have the device displays when the device is docked (dock not automatically adapt the display depending on the included) or while charging.
Page 93: Touch Key Light Duration
Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent and remain lit after you tap them. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. 2. Tap Touch key light duration to choose a timeout period. Increase the Touch Sensitivity Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves.
Page 94: Wallpaper Settings
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
Page 95: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Show or Hide Sensitive your screen. Different Screen Notification Content Locks have different levels of After choosing, you can select whether to show security and options. or hide sensitive notification content on the lock screen.
Page 96 All Screen Locks • Dual clock: Display a dual clock on your Lock screen when roaming. • Clock size: Select the size of the clock that displays on your Lock screen. • Show date: Display the date on the Lock screen. •...
Page 97: Multi Window Settings
Multi Window Settings After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. To activate Multi Window: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3.
Page 98: Notification Panel Settings
Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting Recommended Apps buttons display on the When you perform certain actions, such as plugging Notification Panel. in earphones, the Notification Panel can display shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. You can also customize which apps display on the To customize which shortcuts display on the...
Page 99: Toolbox
Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. To activate the Toolbox: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Toolbox. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable the feature. When activated, the onscreen button displays on the current screen.
Page 100: One-Handed Operation
One-Handed Operation Adjust the screen size and layout to easily control your device with one hand. To enable One-Handed Operation features: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap One-handed operation. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn it on or off: When activated, hold the device in one hand and swipe from the midpoint to the left or right edge of the screen to the middle and back, in one...
Page 101: 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 > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
Page 102: Accessibility
TalkBack must be enabled in Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung order to configure this option. subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter •...
Page 103 • Auto haptic: The device vibrates in time to the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. It also vibrates when buttons are tapped in supported apps. This may consume battery power, and not all applications support this feature. Dexterity and interaction •...
Page 104: Private Mode
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1.
Page 105: Finger Scanner
Lock Screen. 3. Swipe your finger over the Home key to register • Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity your first fingerprint or to continue to the next using your fingerprint when logging in to your screen. Samsung account.
Page 106: Motions And Gestures
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap an option, and then tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...
Page 107: Air View
Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over items on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. Settings Air View...
Page 108: Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. social networking accounts.
Page 109: Backup And Reset
Backup and Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Backup and Restore Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset for options: •...
Page 110: Language And Input Settings
Language and Input Settings Configure your device’s Samsung Keyboard Settings language and input settings. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Set Your Default Language 2. Tap Language and input. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 111: Swype Keyboard Settings
Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap options for options: Settings. • Choose either the Samsung or Goggle 2. Tap Language and input. text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options. 3. Tap Google voice typing for options: •...
Page 112 Read New Notifications Aloud Set the device to read new notifications aloud for incoming calls, messages, and emails, as well as caller or sender information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Read notifications aloud.
Page 113: 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 114: Safety Assistance
Safety Assistance Receive real-time information Geo News about emergencies and severe Receive information about weather, environmental weather conditions. situations, and geological information for your location during emergencies. You can also enable Emergency Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > Safety assistance.
Page 115 Manage Primary Contacts Select contacts or create new ones to be your emergency contacts. These contacts automatically receive your help message. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Safety assistance. 2. Tap Manage primary contacts. 3. Tap Create primary contact and choose one of the following options: •...
Page 116: Accessories
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: HDMI • Audio output: Set your Audio output to Stereo or Surround. Some devices may not support the surround sound setting.
Page 117: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status Bar. Battery Chart The battery level displays as a percentage.
Page 118: Power Saving
Power Saving Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by applying a grayscale theme to the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.
Page 119: Storage
Storage View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card) usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. (not included).
Page 120 Mount a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: When you install an optional memory card, it is When formatting an SD card, you should automatically mounted (connected to the device) back up your music and photo files that are stored on and prepared for use.
Page 121: Security
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely. Device Administration Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Remote Manage your device administrators and application controls.
Page 122: Sim Card Lock
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. • Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis. Settings Security...
Page 123 Advanced Security Settings Protect your device with these advanced security options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: • Trust agents: (Only available when a secure screen lock is set.) Set screen lock type to use.
Page 124: Help
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Help for information about new features, getting started, applications, settings, and so on. Settings Help...
Page 125: About Your Device
Google legal information, and Samsung legal information. • Report diagnostic info: Give consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung to help improve the quality and performance of its products and services. • Device name: View and change your device’s name.
Page 126: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install Downloaded new applications on your device. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your Use Application manager device. settings to manage your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. downloaded and preloaded 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the applications.
Page 127: Running Services
• Running Services CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s customization. View and control services running on your device. • Permissions: View information about the application’s access to your device and data. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. 2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
Page 128: Default Applications
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. 1.
Page 129: Applications Settings Shortcuts
Applications Settings Shortcuts Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Call, Contacts, Email, Gallery, Internet, Messages, or S Voice: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: •...

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