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 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Gallery .................55 ..............1 Internet Front View ................57 ................2 Memo Back View ..................59 ................3 Messages Assemble Your Device .................60 ..........4 Music Player Set Up Your Device ..............62 ............8 My Files Set Up Accounts on Your Device ................64 ......
Page 6 One-Handed Operation ......... 102 Easy Mode ..............103 Accessibility ..............104 Private Mode ..............106 Finger Scanner ............107 Motions and Gestures ..........108 Air View ................109 Accounts ................. 110 Backup and Reset ............ 111 Language and Input Settings ......
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 Earpiece Proximity sensor Status light Front camera Volume key Power key Recent Back Home key/Finger scanner • • Proximity sensor: Detects the presence of Recent: Displays recent apps or touch and hold objects near the device. for home screen options. •...
Page 9: Back View
Back View Microphone Headset jack Infrared transmitter Rear camera Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone USB charger/Accessory port • • Microphone: Records audio and detects voice Speaker: Plays music and other sounds. commands. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light • Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices environments when taking a photo or recording using infrared light.
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 will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional Remove the Back Cover services, and other features.
Page 11: Replace The Back Cover
Install an Optional Memory Card Replace the Back Cover You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC 1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone memory card (not included) to expand available and press down. memory space. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time;...
Page 12: Charge The Battery
► For a quick check of your battery level, view the battery charge indicator located in the Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging upper-right corner of your device’s display. A devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are solid color indicates a full charge. designed to maximize battery life. Using other...
Page 13 Maintain Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP67 using the Ingress Protection rating system. Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and shown to be water and dust resistant in certain circumstances (meets requirements of classification IP67 as described by the international standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures [IP Code];...
Page 14: 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 key until the device vibrates and starts up. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the Turn the Device Off...
Page 15: Set Up Accounts On Your Device
Google Account. – or – – or – To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, To create a new Google Account or set up your use Accounts settings. For more information, Google Account on your device at any time, see Accounts.
Page 16: 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 capacitive 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 17: Home Screen
Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Notification icons Status icons Status bar Widget Apps folder Home screen indicator Apps list App shortcuts • • Status icons: Displays information about the App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite device, such as the network signal strength, applications.
Page 18: Change The Wallpaper
Change the Wallpaper Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, Change the look of the Home and Lock screens widgets, folders, and using with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. wallpapers. 1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2.
Page 19: App Shortcuts
App Shortcuts Use Folders 1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from inside. any Home screen. 2. To add shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen and release.
Page 20: Status Bar
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Notification Icons Home screen provides device Missed call: A call has been missed. information (such as network Call in progress: A call is in progress. status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification Call on hold: A call is on hold.
Page 21: Navigation, Motions, And Gestures
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures Learn the basics for how to Pinch and Spread navigate through your device. Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart. • Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while Touchscreen Navigation viewing a picture or a web page.
Page 22: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Settings View all Quick settings Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Clear notifications • Settings: Tap to open the Settings screen. View the Notification Panel •...
Page 23 Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To view additional Quick settings: ► Swipe left or right across the visible icons. –...
Page 24: Multi Window
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Multi window tray Window controls Tray controls Activate Multi Window Use Multi Window 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > After activating Multi window, you can use it to run Settings >...
Page 25 Window Controls Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray Select an application window and tap Control You can choose the apps you want to display in the in the middle of the window to display the window Multi window tray. controls.
Page 26: Enter Text
— improving the accuracy of predicting text entries. Configure the Samsung Keyboard To customize the Samsung keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input. 2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options. Know Your Device Enter Text...
Page 27 For example, to enter the word “this”, simply slide your finger or stylus across t-h-i-s. Languages To enable Google Voice Typing: 1. On the Samsung keyboard, tap Google voice typing. Enable Swype •...
Page 28: Calling
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Page 29: Phone Screen
Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. Tabs More options Keypad Voicemail Delete Call • • More options: Access Speed dial and Call Voicemail: Tap to set up and check your settings.
Page 30: Displaying Your Phone Number
Access Phone There are a couple of ways to access Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone. – or – From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. Displaying Your Phone Number Your phone number can be found in Settings. ►...
Page 31: Make And Answer Calls
Make and Answer Calls Learn how to make or answer Answer 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. making or answering a call.
Page 32: Options During A Call
Multitask While on a Call Place a New Call While on a Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can If you exit the call screen and return to a Home make another call while a call is in progress. screen, your active call is indicated by Call on the Status bar.
Page 33: Call Log
Call Log Delete a Call from the Call Log Phone > Logs. 1. From a Home screen, tap The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
Page 34: Speed Dial
Speed Dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number. Create a Speed Dial 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Keypad. 2. Tap More options > Speed dial. The Speed dial screen displays showing the numbers 1 through 100.
Page 35: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls 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 You can make an emergency call with or without an active SIM card.
Page 36: Set Up And Access Voicemail
Set Up and Access Voicemail Set up and configure your Access Your Voicemail From voicemail. Another Phone 1. Dial your wireless phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press Set Up Your Voicemail the asterisk (*) key on the phone you are using. 1.
Page 37: Applications
Applications The Apps list 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 38: Apps List
• Galaxy Apps: View and download 3. Tap the app you want to enable, and tap DONE. Samsung apps that are optimized The app displays again in the Apps list. for use with Galaxy devices. Visit For more information, see Disabled Apps.
Page 39: Organize Your Apps
Organize Your Apps Hide or Show Apps The Apps shortcuts 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 40 Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap More options for these options: • Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it to: Create folder to create a new folder. App info to view information about this app.
Page 41: Google Applications
Google Applications Enjoy these applications from Google Now Google. Have Google Now work in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards Note: Certain applications require a Google account. that appear when you need them. google.com Visit to learn more.
Page 42: Play Music
Maps Play Music Find your current location, get directions, Play music and audio files on your device. and other location-based information. Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn Visit google.com/maps to learn more. more. Note: You must enable location services to Play Newsstand use Maps.
Page 43: At&T Applications
AT&T Applications Enjoy these applications from AT&T Mobile Locate AT&T. With the AT&T Mobile Locate app you can access the Mobile Protection Pack and Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid with a paid subscription, replace your subscription. Visit att.com to learn more, or contact phone if it is lost or damaged, locate your...
Page 44 Messages With AT&T Messages, you can send and receive text and picture messages from your phone, tablet or computer. Your messages are stored in the network so you can continue the conversation even when you switch devices. AT&T Messages uses your AT&T mobile number, so whether you send messages from a phone, tablet, or computer, everyone will know the message is from you.
Page 45: Other Applications
Smart Remote several Samsung apps, Control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung preloaded on your device. TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as ON/OFF function, Caller Name ID channel navigation, and volume control...
Page 46: 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 47: 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 48: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Current shooting mode Storage Switch location cameras Record video Quick Take a picture settings Shooting mode Camera settings Gallery • • Storage location: Indicates that pictures and Camera settings: Tap to change camera settings. videos are being stored on a microSD card •...
Page 49: Take Pictures
Take Pictures Shooting Mode Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. protective covering from the camera lens. Take pictures with your device’s front or back 1.
Page 50: Camera Settings
• Dual Camera Mode Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values Take pictures and record videos using the front are calculated. Center-weighted measures and rear cameras at the same time. A variety of background light in the center of the scene. picture-in-picture styles are available.
Page 51 • White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. • Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives.
Page 52: Clock
Clock • The Clock app offers features for Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play keeping track of time and setting for the alarm. alarms. • Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the 1.
Page 53 Stopwatch Timer The stopwatch lets you time events down to a The timer provides a countdown timer for up to hundredth of a second. 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 54: 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 55: Delete Contacts
Share a Name Card Unlink Contacts Apps > When you share a name card, the contact’s 1. From a Home screen, tap information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can Contacts. share a vCard through Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, 2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap attach it to a message, or save it to a storage Linked contact.
Page 56 Create a Shortcut to a Favorite Rename a Group Apps > You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home 1. From a Home screen, tap screen, to access their information directly from the Contacts. home screen. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
Page 57: Contact Settings
Delete a Group Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Groups. 3. Tap More options > Delete group. 4. Tap groups to select them or tap the selected checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap DONE.
Page 58: Email
Email Use the Email app to view and Manage Multiple Email Accounts manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. Apps >...
Page 59: Email Settings
Create and Send an Email Remove Email Accounts This section describes how to create and send an To remove an Email account: email using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 60: Galaxy Apps
Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the prompts to download Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications Galaxy Apps...
Page 61: Gallery
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures Trim Segments of a Video and videos. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to View Images and Videos the desired ending point.
Page 62: Delete Images
Share Images To enable Face tags: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Use one of the following methods: 2. Tap More options > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 3. Tap Face tag to turn the feature on. 2.
Page 63: Internet
Internet Access the Internet with a fully Browser Tabs 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 64: 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. Incognito on their tab.
Page 65: 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 66: Messages
3. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a Samsung Messages app provides the following recipient from your Contacts. You can also select message types: the recipient based on Groups, Favorites, or •...
Page 67: Messages Settings
View New Messages Messages Settings When you receive a new message, a new message Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia icon appears on the Status bar. messages, push messages, and more. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap To view the message: Messages.
Page 68: Music Player
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Volume Change player More options Sound quality and effects Favorite Playback position Shuffle songs Repeat mode Time elapsed Song length List view Add to playlist...
Page 69: Listen To Music
Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to view your music files. 3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback. 4.
Page 70: My Files
My Files Access files stored on your Shortcuts device, including images, videos, When you add shortcuts folders, displays on the main My Files screen. songs, and sound clips. ► Touch and hold a shortcut to rename or delete the shortcut. To access the My Files app: Apps >...
Page 71: Group Options
View Files in My Files: Group Options After selecting a group: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. Home to return to the main My Files 1. Tap screen. 2. Tap a group. Search, and then enter search criteria. 3.
Page 72 File Options When selecting files: 1. Tap a folder to open it. More options 2. Tap files to select them or tap > Select, select files, and then use one of these functions: Share via: Send files to others or share them.
Page 73: 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 74: S Voice
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 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 75: Video Player
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Change players Volume File name More options Playback position Time elapsed Video length Screen ratio Pop-up player Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play • • Volume: Adjust the volume. Rewind: Restart the video or skip to a previous video.
Page 76 Access the Video Player Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video during video To access Video: playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
Page 77: 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 Apps > Voice Recorder. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Recordings. 2. Tap Voice Recorder. 3.
Page 78: Settings
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the Home screen, apps, and features.
Page 79: How To Use Settings
How to Use Settings Access Settings Change How Settings Are Listed ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings can be listed in a grid view (default), a list Settings. view, or a tab view. – or – 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 80: Wi-Fi And Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi types of Wireless Local Area Network Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > communication requires access Settings. to a Wireless Access Point 2.
Page 81 • Wi-Fi Options WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many equipment. of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. • WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection 1.
Page 82: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range 3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them. communications technology that • Tap SCAN to manually perform a new scan. allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth Pair Bluetooth Devices devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth...
Page 83 Disconnect a Paired Device Review Received Files (Unpair) When you receive files from another device through Bluetooth, you can access them from Disconnecting a paired device breaks the Bluetooth settings. connection between the device and your device, but retains the knowledge of the pairing. At a later point 1.
Page 84: Tethering And Mobile Hotspot
Tethering and Mobile Hotspot Share your phone’s mobile Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot data connection with a Mobile Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile Hotspot. Hotspot or USB tethering. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 85: Usb Tethering
• Change the Mobile Hotspot Password Show password: Display your password instead of masking it. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap • Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot > Show advanced options: Access advanced Mobile Hotspot. options, including Broadcast channel, and to specify the channel your device uses for 2.
Page 86: 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 87: Data Usage
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. 2. Tap More options: • Restrict background data: Restrict some Note: Your service provider may account for data apps and services from working unless you usage differently. are connected to a Wi-Fi network. 1.
Page 88: Location
Location Some apps, such as Google Location Services Maps, may require one or more Google uses Location History to store and use your location services be turned on device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve for full functionality.
Page 89: More Networks
More Networks This option displays additional AT&T MicroCell connectivity information. To search for an AT&T MicroCell: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Default Messaging App 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks. If you have multiple messaging apps installed, 3. Tap Network operators >...
Page 90 Edit or Delete a VPN Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > More networks > VPN. 2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. 3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete. Settings More Networks...
Page 91: Nfc
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. compatible device. This is used You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, for applications such as Android music files from your Music app, and more.
Page 92: Nearby Devices
Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices through 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 93: 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 94: Screen Mirroring
Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Screen Mirroring. 2. Wait while Screen Mirroring scans for nearby devices. Available devices are listed. 3. Tap SCAN to find available devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. Settings Screen Mirroring...
Page 95: 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 96: 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 97: 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 98: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb Application Notifications You can set your phone to silence all calls and To set whether application notifications are alerts except for times you schedule. displayed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >...
Page 99: Display Settings
Display Settings Configure your display’s Screen Rotation brightness, screen timeout delay, Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on and other display settings. the orientation of your face. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display. Brightness 2. Tap Screen rotation.
Page 100: Screen Mode
Screen Mode Daydream 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 101: Led Indicator
LED Indicator Increase Touch Sensitivity This option allows you to turn on your LED lights for Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to charging, missed events, and incoming notifications. improve results when wearing gloves. The lights will turn on by default unless you turn 1.
Page 102: 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
Page 103: Home Screen Settings
Home Screen Settings Use Home screen settings to set up a Home screen transition effect and to indicate how Flipboard briefings are to be handled on your Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Home screen for options: •...
Page 104: Lock Screen
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options your screen. Different Screen Swipe Only • Locks have different levels of Phone shortcut: Display a phone shortcut on your Lock screen. security and options. • Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen.
Page 105: Multi Window Settings
Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable. 3. Tap Open in Multi window view to automatically view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.
Page 106: Notification Panel
Notification Panel Customize which Quick setting Recommended Apps buttons appear 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 appear on the To customize which shortcuts appear on the...
Page 107: 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. 4. Tap EDIT to choose up to five apps to display in the Toolbox.
Page 108: One-Handed Operation
One-Handed Operation Change the screen layout to accommodate operating 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. Settings One-Handed Operation...
Page 109: 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 110: Accessibility
Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung data and credit card numbers. It may also subtitles with multimedia files when available log your user interface interactions with the Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options. device. • Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles •...
Page 111 Dexterity and interaction Services • • Assistant menu: Improve the device Keeper FastFill: Securely and quickly auto-fill accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. your login credentials on your websites and mobile apps. • Air wake up: Wake up your device by waving your hand over the sensor.
Page 112: 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 113: 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 114: 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 tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: •...
Page 115: Air View
Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. 4. Swipe down the screen to read about Air view. Settings Air View...
Page 116: 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 117: Backup And Reset
Google servers. • Caution: You should remove your Google Account Backup account: Select a Google Account to before shipping your device to Samsung or any other be used as your backup account. service provider for service and before resetting the •...
Page 118: 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. Language 2. Tap Language and input. Set your default language.
Page 119: Voice Input
2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech • Language: Select languages for Google voice options for options: typing. • Settings next to Samsung or Google • “Ok Google” detection: Tap to launch a text-to-speech engine for options. Google search whenever you say “Ok Google”. •...
Page 120 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 121: 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 122: 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 123 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 124: Accessories
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories. 3. Tap Audio output to set your Audio output to Stereo or Surround. Settings 118 Accessories...
Page 125: Battery
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery. 3. Tap Show battery percentage to display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar. Battery Chart The battery level displays as a percentage.
Page 126: 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 using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps.
Page 127: 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 128 Mount a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) back up your music and photo files that are stored on and prepared for use.
Page 129: 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 Manage your device administrators and application Remote controls.
Page 130: Sim Card Lock
• Send security reports: Send security reports • Trust agents: (Only available when a secure to Samsung through Wi-Fi for threat analysis. screen lock is set.) Enable or disable trusted agents on your device. • Pin windows: Pin a specific app on your device screen.
Page 131: 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 Settings Help...
Page 132: About Your Device
Google 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 133: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including new applications on your device. memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Use Application manager The following options are displayed (not all applications support these options): settings to manage your •...
Page 134: 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). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager. Settings >...
Page 135: All Apps
All Apps Disabled Apps View and configure all apps on your device. View and configure disabled apps on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled Settings > Application manager. an app on the Apps list. 2.
Page 136: 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 that provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users. 1.
Page 137: 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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