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System Update Performing an Online Update Your Tablet will prompt you to download and install a system update when a new version is available. The online update feature allows you to update your Tablet quickly and securely. l Before performing an online update, ensure that your Tablet is connected to the Internet. Online updates require an Internet connection. Update your Tablet over a Wi-Fi network to avoid incurring unnecessary data charges. l Ensure that your Tablet is at least 30% charged during the update process. l Avoid using unauthorized third-party software to install firmware and system updates. These may cause your Tablet to cease functioning or disclose your personal information. For best results, update your system using the online update feature, or take your Tablet to your nearest Huawei service center. l Always back up your data before updating your Tablet to avoid potential data loss. l Some third-party apps may be incompatible with the new system version (such as online banking apps or games). Please wait for a new version of the third-party app to be released. 1 Open Settings. 2 Go to System > System update > Check for updates. l When the system detects a new update, go to New version > Quick update. l If the system indicates that it is up-to-date, go to > Download latest full package. When the system detects a new update, go to New version > Quick update. System updates may take a while to complete. Avoid using your Tablet during this time. Your Tablet will automatically restart when the update is complete. 110

Section	Page
Contents	2
Exciting Features	5
Tips	5
Use Shortcuts to Access Frequently Used Features	5
Transfer Files Using Huawei Share	6
Smart Life	6
Kids Corner: Your Child's Exclusive Entertainment Platform	6
Multiple Users: Create Separate User Accounts on Your Tablet	7
Enable Kids Corner	7
Enable Parental Control	8
App Twin: Log in to Two Social Media Accounts at Once	9
Highlights: Turn Your Photos into a Personalized Video	9
More Features	10
PrivateSpace: Keep Your Private Information Hidden	10
Wi-Fi+: Your Smart Connectivity Assistant	11
New Device	13
Appearance	13
Connecting to the Internet	13
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network	13
Connecting using mobile data	13
Smart Charging: Charge Your Device Faster and Safer	14
Getting Help	15
Legal Notice	15
Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 2018. All rights reserved.	15
Trademarks and Permissions	15
Notice	15
Third-Party Software Statement	15
DISCLAIMER	16
Import and Export Regulations	16
Personal Information and Data Security	17
ENERGY STAR® model information	17
Go to Settings > Display.Sleep: After 30 seconds of inactivity	18
Gestures and Operation	19
Screenshots and Screen Recording	19
Take Scrolling Screenshots to Capture Entire Pages	19
Record Exciting Moments on Your Screen	20
Take a Screenshot of Your Entire Screen	21
Home Screen	22
Quick Switch	22
Use Shortcut Switches to Quickly Enable Frequently Used Features	22
Adjust the Positions of the Shortcut Switches to Your Liking	22
Notification and Status Bar	23
Understanding Status Bar Icons	23
Open the Notification Panel to Get Important Information	24
Disable Disruptive App Notifications	25
Customize Notifications to Your Liking	26
Shortcuts	27
Use Shortcuts to Access Frequently Used Features	27
Consolidated Settings: Making Customization Simpler	27
Update 1: Simplification and consolidation of settings	28
App Shortcuts: Making App Features Start Faster	28
Using shortcuts to access frequently used features: EMUI 8.0 has added shortcuts to access frequently used features. On the home screen, touch and hold the icon of a frequently used app, and select the desired feature in the pop-up menu to quickly launch it.How to add an App feature shortcut to the home screen: EMUI 8.0 supports adding app feature shortcuts to the home screen. Touch and hold any app icon on your home screen, touch and hold the desired feature in the pop-up menu, then drag it to your home screen to create a feature shortcut.	28
Home Screen Management	29
Manage home screen icons	29
Manage Your Home Screen	30
Set Your Home Screen Wallpaper	31
Manage Your Home Screen Widgets	31
Use App Drawer to Store Apps	32
Contacts	33
Managing Business Cards	33
Business Card Management: Add and Share Business Cards with Ease	33
Share Contacts Using Electronic Business Cards	34
Managing Contacts	34
Import and Export Contacts	34
Manage Your Contacts	35
Manage Contact Groups	35
Add Contacts to the Blacklist	36
Erase Call and Message Records	36
Dialing	37
Basic Calling Functions	37
Make Calls	37
Make Emergency Calls	37
Enable Call Waiting to Never Miss Important Third-Party Calls	37
Enable Call Forwarding and Never Miss a Call	38
Delete Call Logs	39
Block Nuisance Calls: Get the Peace and Quiet You Deserve	39
Message	40
Basic Messaging Functions	40
Send Messages	40
Manage Messages	40
Block Spam Messages	41
Attach a Signature to a Text Message	41
Camera	42
Basic Camera Functions	42
Use Your Camera's Basic Functions	42
Use Camera to Record Videos	43
Adjust Camera Settings	43
Use an Assistive Grid to Help You Compose Your Photos	44
Take moving pictures	46
Panorama: Capture the World in Wide-angle	47
Pro Mode	48
Pro Camera: Use Light to Tell Your Story	48
Use Pro Camera Mode to Take Landscape Shots	49
Use Pro Camera Mode to Take Portrait Shots	51
Beautification	52
Beauty Mode: Always Look Your Best	52
Use Beauty Mode to Always Look Your Best	52
Light Painting Mode	53
Light Painting: Shoot Light Trails	53
Tail Light Trails: Capture the Lights of the City	54
Light Graffiti: Paint a Photo with Light	54
Silky Water: Capture Silky-smooth Streams and Waterfalls	55
Star Track: Capture the Beauty of the Stars	56
Use Time-lapse to Condense Hours into Minutes	57
Discover New Possibilities with Customized Shooting Modes	58
Gallery	59
Highlights	59
Highlights: Turn Your Photos into a Personalized Video	59
Edit the Highlights Album	60
Photo Management	61
Edit Videos	61
Edit Photos	61
Browse and Share Photos and Videos	62
Organize Photo Albums	63
Tablet Manager	65
Use One-touch Optimization	65
Optimize Power Consumption	65
Use Virus Scan to Keep Your Tablet Safe	66
Email	67
Add Email Accounts	67
Manage Email Accounts	67
Manage VIP Email Contacts	68
Set Auto Response for Exchange Email	68
Calendar	69
Calendar: Your Event Management Center	69
Navigate the Calendar	69
Import To-Dos to Keep Your Work Organized	70
View Global Holidays	71
Clock	72
Use the Clock	72
Notepad	74
Manage Your Notes to Keep Your Records in Order	74
Utilities	75
Use Recorder to Make Audio Notes	75
Phone Clone	76
Data Transfer: Copy Data from an Existing Tablet to Your New Tablet	76
Import Data from Other Android Devices	76
Import Data from an iOS Device	76
Huawei ID and Multiple Users	78
Multiple Users	78
Multiple Users: Create Separate User Accounts on Your Tablet	78
Set and Use Multiple Users	78
Add Users or Guests	78
Delete Users or Guests	79
Switch Between the Owner Account, User, and Guest Modes	79
Device Connection	80
Bluetooth	80
Connect Your Tablet to Bluetooth Devices	80
Use Bluetooth to Share Data	81
Multi-screen Display	82
Multi-screen: Share Your Device's Content on a Larger Screen	82
Multi-screen: Mirror Your Screen	83
Connecting USB Device	83
Transfer Data Between Your Tablet and Computer	83
Transfer Data Between Your Tablet and a USB Device	84
Transfer Files Using Huawei Share	85
Security and Privacy	87
Fingerprint	87
Fingerprint Recognition: Enjoy Faster Navigation and Enhanced Security	87
Enroll a Fingerprint	87
Add, Delete, or Rename a Fingerprint	88
Use a Fingerprint to Quickly Access Private Information	88
Location Information Protection	89
Location Services: Determine the Location of Your Tablet	89
Enable or Disable Location Services	89
PrivateSpace	90
PrivateSpace: Keep Your Private Information Hidden	90
Protect Your Private Information with PrivateSpace	90
Hide the Entrance to Your PrivateSpace	91
Transfer Files Between Your PrivateSpace and MainSpace	91
Use App Lock to Lock Important Apps	92
More Security Settings	92
Enhanced Data Protection: Defend Your Privacy	92
Lock Your microSD Card with SD Card Lock	93
Protect Your Privacy with microSD Card Encryption	94
Backup and Restoration	95
Data Backup: Prevent Data Loss	95
Back Up Your Data to a microSD Card	95
Back Up Your Data to Internal Storage	95
Back Up Your Data to a USB Storage Device	96
Back Up Your Data to a Computer	96
Wi-Fi and Network	97
Wi-Fi	97
Wi-Fi+: Your Smart Connectivity Assistant	97
Connect to Wi-Fi	98
Transfer Data Using Wi-Fi Direct	99
Enable Wi-Fi+ to Automatically Connect to the Best Network	99
Connecting to the Internet	100
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network	100
Connecting using mobile data	100
Share Your Mobile Network with Other Devices	100
Apps and Notifications	103
App Twin: Log in to Two Social Media Accounts at Once	103
Sound and Display	104
Configure Do Not Disturb Mode	104
Configure Your Sound Settings	104
Change the Display Settings	105
Smart Assistance	108
Navigation Bar	108
Navigation Dock: Control Your Tablet at a Touch	108
Access Tablet Functions from Anywhere with Navigation Dock	108
System	109
Change the Input Method	109
General Settings	109
Change Your System Language	109
Set Your System Time and Date	109
Print Documents and Photos from Your Tablet	110
Set Scheduled Power Offs	111
Enable Airplane Mode for Safer Flying and Longer Battery Life	111
Use Account Management to Manage and Update Your Accounts	112
View Memory and Storage Information	112
View Product Information to Know Your Device Better	112
Use Smart Settings to Find a Setting Quickly	113
System Update	114

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System Update

Performing an Online Update

Your Tablet will prompt you to download and install a system update when a new version is

available. The online update feature allows you to update your Tablet quickly and securely.

Before performing an online update, ensure that your Tablet is connected to the Internet.

Online updates require an Internet connection. Update your Tablet over a Wi-Fi network to

avoid incurring unnecessary data charges.

Ensure that your Tablet is at least 30% charged during the update process.

Avoid using unauthorized third-party software to install firmware and system updates.

These may cause your Tablet to cease functioning or disclose your personal information.

For best results, update your system using the online update feature, or take your Tablet

to your nearest Huawei service center.

Always back up your data before updating your Tablet to avoid potential data loss.

Some third-party apps may be incompatible with the new system version (such as online

banking apps or games). Please wait for a new version of the third-party app to be

released.

Open

Settings

Go to

System

System update

Check for updates

When the system detects a new update, go to

New version

Quick update

If the system indicates that it is up-to-date, go to

Download latest full package

When the system detects a new update, go to

New version

Quick update

System updates may take a while to complete. Avoid using your Tablet during this time. Your

Tablet will automatically restart when the update is complete.

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