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Contents Features Biometric security | Dark mode Getting started Device layout: Galaxy A12 Set up your device: Charge the battery Start using your device: Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Transfer data from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Set - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 3
account | Google Account | External storage transfer Accessibility: Screen reader | Visibility enhancements | Hearing enhancements | Interaction and dexterity | Advanced settings | Installed services | About Accessibility Other: Help | Dual Messenger | About phone Learn more Legal information 3 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 4
Getting started Galaxy A12 Set up your device Start using your device 4 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 5
Getting started Galaxy A12 Rear cameras Flash Front camera Volume keys Side key/ Fingerprint sensor USB charger/ Accessory port Headset jack Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 5 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 6
on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions. Check with appropriate authorities and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 7
normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952. Start using your device Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Transfer data from an old device | Lock or unlock your - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 8
guides you through the basics of setting up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose location services via USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more. 1. From Settings, tap - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 9
Getting started Lock or unlock your device Use your device's screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen locks, see Lock screen and security. Side key Press to lock. Press to turn on the screen, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 10
this feature, and tap an option: l Quick launch camera (default) l Open app Accounts Set up and manage your accounts. TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. Contact your carrier for more information. Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 11
manage email messages. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Outlook. Set up voicemail You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can access voicemail through the Phone app. Options vary by carrier. 1. From Phone, touch and - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 12
Getting started Navigation A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty. Tap Lightly touch items - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 13
Getting started Swipe Lightly drag your finger across the screen. l Swipe the screen to unlock the device. l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 13 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 14
Getting started Drag and drop Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. l Drag a widget to place it in a new location. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 14 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 15
Getting started Zoom in and out Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out. l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out. l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 16
Getting started Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them. l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 16 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 17
Getting started Navigation bar You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures. Recent apps Home Back Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 17 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 18
Getting started Navigation buttons Use buttons along the bottom of the screen for quick navigation. 1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Buttons. 2. Tap an option under Button order to choose which side of the screen the Back and Recent apps icons display. Navigation gestures Hide the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 19
• My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers. • Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in the Gallery app. • Wallpaper services: Enable additional features including guide page and Dynamic Lock screen. • Apply Dark mode to Wallpaper: Enable to apply Dark mode to your wallpaper - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 20
Getting started 3. Tap a picture or video to choose it. • If choosing a single picture, choose which screen or screens you want to apply the wallpaper to. • Videos and multiple pictures can only be applied to the Lock screen. • If choosing videos or pictures from the Gallery, tap on one or more - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 21
Getting started Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Widgets, and then tap a widget set to open it. 3. Swipe to the widget you want to add, and drag it to the Home screen. Customize Widgets Once you have - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 22
Getting started • Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the Home screen. • Swipe down for notification panel: Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen. • Rotate to landscape mode: Rotate the Home screen automatically - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 23
Getting started Status bar The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status icons Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate Airplane mode Bluetooth active Notification icons Location active Alarm Missed calls Call in progress New message - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 24
Getting started Notification panel For quick access to notifications, settings, and more, simply open the Notification panel. Quick settings Notification cards Device settings View all Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 24 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 25
Getting started View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen. 1. Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel. • To open an item, tap it. • To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. • To clear all notifications, tap Clear. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 26
Getting started Samsung Free Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive games entirely free of charge. ◌ From a Home screen, swipe right. TIP To customize Samsung Free, tap More options > Settings. Digital wellbeing and parental controls You can monitor and - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 27
Getting started Check on your kids • Parental controls: Supervise your children's digital life with Google's Family Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen time, and set screen time limits. Biometric security Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 28
Getting started • Faster recognition: Turn on for faster face recognition. Turn off to increase security and make it harder to unlock using an image or video of your likeness. • Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when your eyes are open. • Brighten screen: Increase - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 29
Getting started Fingerprint verification settings Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions. ◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints. • Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device. • Fingerprint - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 30
Getting started Multi window Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window™ can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows. Split screen control 1. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 31
Getting started Window controls The Window controls modify the way app windows are displayed in split screen view. 1. Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows. 2. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options: • Switch window: Swap the two windows. 31 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 32
Getting started Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice. Expand toolbar Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 32 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 33
Getting started Toolbar The toolbar provides quick access to features of the keyboard. Options may vary by carrier. ◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand toolbar for the following options: • Emojis: Insert an emoji. • Stickers: Add illustrated stickers. • GIFs: Add animated GIFs. • Voice input: - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 34
: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data. • About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard. • Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members. 34 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 35
Getting started Use Google Voice typing Instead of typing, enter text by speaking. Open settings Return to keyboard 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input. 2. Tap the screen and speak your text. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 36
Getting started Configure Google Voice typing Set customized options for Google Voice typing. 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input. 2. Tap Settings for options. • Languages: Choose the language for the keyboard. • Offline speech recognition: Download languages for offline Google Voice - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 37
charge and usage. l Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated service. l More options: - Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode. - Remove apps: Choose apps to remove from the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 38
Camera and Gallery You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. Images and videos are stored in the Gallery, where you can view and edit them. Camera Navigate the camera screen | Configure shooting mode | Live focus | Record videos | Camera settings Gallery View pictures | - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 39
Camera and Gallery Camera You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. ◌ From Apps, tap Camera. TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app. Settings Zoom Gallery Capture Shooting modes Switch cameras Devices and software are constantly evolving - the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 40
shooting modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen. - Deco Pic: Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera. - Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures. - Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 41
Camera and Gallery Live focus Add interactive focus effects to your pictures. 1. From Camera, swipe to Live focus. 2. Drag the slider to fine-tune the effect. 3. Tap Capture. Record videos Record smooth lifelike videos using your device. 1. From Camera, swipe right or left to change the shooting - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 42
a tone when taking a picture. • Watermark: Add a watermark to the bottom left corner of your pictures. • Reset settings: Reset the Camera settings. • Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members. • About Camera: View app and software information. 42 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 43
Camera and Gallery Gallery Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos. ◌ From Apps, tap Gallery. Sort images into custom albums View pictures and videos Customize collections of pictures and videos Share pictures - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 44
Camera and Gallery View pictures Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. • To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites. • To access the following - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 45
Camera and Gallery Play video View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video details. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. • To mark the video as a favorite, tap Favorites under - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 46
Camera and Gallery Delete pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From Gallery, tap More options > Edit. 2. Tap pictures and videos to select them. 3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted. Group similar images Organize pictures and videos in the Gallery by - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 47
Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 47 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 48
can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. ◌ From Apps, tap More options > Sort for the following sorting options: • Custom order: Arrange apps manually. • Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically. 48 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 49
Apps Create and use folders You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list. 1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted. 2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Folder name: Name the folder. • - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 50
Apps App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps. 1. From Settings, tap Apps. 2. Tap More options for the following options: • Sort by: Sort the apps by size, name, last used, or last updated. • Default apps: Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain features, like email - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 51
Apps App info options • Open: Launch the app. Not all apps have this option. • Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the app. Some preloaded apps can only be disabled, not uninstalled. • Force stop: Stop an app that is not working correctly. 51 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 52
download from Galaxy Store. Game Launcher Automatically arrange all your games in one place. For more information on Game Launcher, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher. TIP If Game Launcher is not seen in the Apps list, then from Settings, tap Advanced features > Game Launcher, and - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 53
Apps Samsung Members Get more and do more from your Galaxy device. Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive experiences and content - for Samsung members only. Samsung Members may be preloaded on your device, or you can download and install it from Galaxy Store or the Google Play store. 53 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 54
Apps Calculator The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter. Unit converter Convert between measurements. History View past calculations. Scientific mode Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 55
Apps Calendar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place. Navigation drawer Go to today's date Tap to view event Create new event Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 56
2. Tap Calendar settings > Add new account and select an account type. 3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts. TIP Accounts may also support email, contacts, and other features. Calendar alert style Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles. 1. From Calendar, tap - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 57
Apps Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. Add alarm Turn alarm on or off Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 57 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 58
Apps Alarm Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to be notified. 1. From Clock, tap Add alarm. 2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Time: Set a time for the alarm. • Day: Choose the days for this alarm. • Alarm name: Enter a name for the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 59
Apps World clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. Search Find a particular place. Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world. Location Center the globe on your current location. City View the current time and add to your list of - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 60
Apps Time zone converter Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities. 1. From Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap More options > Time zone converter. 3. Tap Menu to choose a different city. • To add a city to the list, tap Add city. 4. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 61
the timer. General settings View and configure settings for all Clock tools. ◌ From Clock, tap More options > Settings. • Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps. • About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates. 61 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 62
Apps Contacts Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features. Add profile picture Add, delete, and expand fields Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 63
a favorite. • To remove the contact from Favorites, tap Favorites. Share a contact Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services. 1. From Contacts, tap a contact. 2. Tap Share. 3. Tap either File or Text. 4. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts. TIP When viewing - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 64
Apps Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window. ◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Direct share and tap the feature. to enable Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 65
Apps Send an email to a group Send an email to members of a group. 1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap More options > Send email. 3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap Done. • Only group - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 66
Apps Import contacts Import contacts to your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Import or export contacts. 3. Tap Import and follow the prompts. Export contacts Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From Contacts tap Open - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 67
, Biometric Web Login, and Contents Blocker. Add to Bookmarks Reload webpage Navigate Access Bookmarks Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-internet for more information. Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 68
Apps Browser tabs Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. ◌ From Internet, tap Tabs > New tab. • To close a tab, tap Tabs > Close tab. Create a Bookmark Bookmark your favorite webpages to quickly access them. ◌ From Internet, tap Add to Bookmark to save the open webpage. Open a - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 69
Apps Share pages Web pages can be shared with your contacts. ◌ From Internet, tap Tools > Share, and follow the prompts. Secret mode Pages viewed in secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 70
Apps Messages Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send emojis, or just say a quick hello. ◌ From Messages, tap Compose new message. Open More options Record voice message Message search To quickly locate a message, use the search feature. 1. From Messages, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 71
Apps Delete conversations You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations. 1. From Messages, tap More options > Delete. 2. Tap each conversation you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted. Send SOS messages Send a message with your location to designated contacts - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 72
Apps Emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message. 1. From Messages, tap More options > Settings. 2. Tap Emergency alert settings to customize notifications for emergency alerts. 72 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 73
You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card, if supported. Storage locations Additional locations, such as cloud accounts, are displayed here if supported. Search Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 74
files based on the file type. • Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts. - Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to. • Analyze storage: See what's taking up space in your storage. My Files options Use My Files options to search, edit, clear - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 75
Apps Phone The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced calling features. Contact your carrier for more information. The actual appearance of the Phone app screen varies by carrier. Access voicemail Video call Make a call Devices and software are constantly - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 76
Apps Calls The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more. Make a call Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen. ◌ From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call. • Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. Enable - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 77
Apps Decline a call You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call. ◌ On the incoming call screen, drag send it to your voicemail. Decline to the left to reject the call and TIP On the incoming pop-up screen, tap it to - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 78
Apps Multitask If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar. To return to the call screen: ◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call. To end a call while multitasking: ◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 79
Apps Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list. 1. From Phone, tap Recents. 2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list, and tap Add to contacts. 3. Tap Create new contact or Update - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 80
the contact you want to remove from Speed dial. Emergency calls You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone's service status. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an emergency call. 1. From Phone, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 81
you to modify settings associated with the Phone app. ◌ From Phone, tap More options > Settings. Optional calling services Your wireless carrier and service plan may support the following calling services. Place a multi-party call Make another call while a call is in progress. Options may vary by - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 82
back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call. You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also supports RTT or is connected to a teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls. 1. From Phone, tap More options > Settings. 2. Tap Real - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 83
notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to learn more. Assign a category Insert Set text options Devices and software are constantly evolving - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 84
Apps Create notes Add text, images, voice recordings and more. 1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add. 2. Use the text options to create content. 3. When you are finished, tap Save. Voice recordings Create annotated voice recordings perfect for lectures or meetings. Take notes while recording audio. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 85
Apps Notes menu You can view your notes by category. ◌ From Samsung Notes, tap Navigation drawer for the following options: • Samsung Notes settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. • All notes: View all notes. • Frequently used: Quick access to commonly used notes. • Shared notebooks: View - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 86
view, rename, and share files saved to your Google Drive™ cloud account. Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more. Duo Make video calls. Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more. Gmail Send and receive email with Google's web-based email service. Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more. 86 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 87
.google.com/websearch to learn more. Maps Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more. Photos Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 88
Apps YouTube Watch and upload YouTube™ videos right from your device. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more. YT Music Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from YouTube Music. 88 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 89
Play store. Outlook | LinkedIn | Office | OneDrive Outlook Access email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and more in Outlook. See Add an Outlook account. Visit support.office.com/en-us/article/outlook-for-ios-and-android-helpcd84214e-a5ac-4e95-9ea3-e07f78d0cde6 to learn more. Send message Add attachment - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 90
Apps LinkedIn Connect and network with other professionals around the world. Office Enjoy the Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app. OneDrive Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive® account-accessible - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 91
Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings 91 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 92
Settings Access Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device settings. — From a Home screen, swipe down and tap — From Apps, tap Settings. Settings. Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can search for it. 1. From Settings, tap Search, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 93
Wi-Fi network If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after a scan, you can still connect to it by entering the information manually. Ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name and password before you begin. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap 2. Tap Add - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 94
history: View apps that have recently turned your Wi-Fi on or off. • Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support Hotspot 2.0. • Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. • MAC address: View your device's MAC address, which is required when connecting to - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 95
device without connecting to a network. This technology is used by Android Beam and certain payment apps. The device that you are transferring to needs to support NFC, and it needs to be within four centimeters of your device. ◌ From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and payment, and then tap to turn - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 96
it. • To use a payment app that is open, tap Tap and pay with open apps. • To set another payment service as the default, tap Others, and then tap the service you prefer. Airplane mode Airplane mode turns off all network connections including calling, texting, mobile data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 97
Settings Mobile networks Use Mobile networks to configure your device's ability to connect to mobile networks and use mobile data. Options may vary by carrier. ◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile networks. • Data roaming: Choose whether to allow your device to connect to mobile data while - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 98
Settings Monitor mobile data You can customize your mobile data access by setting limits and restrictions. Options may vary by carrier. ◌ From Settings, tap available: Connections > Data usage. The following options are • Mobile data: Use mobile data from your plan. • Mobile data only apps: - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 99
Settings Band Select one of the available band options. 1. From Settings, tap Mobile hotspot. Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > 2. Tap Band, and tap an option. Configure mobile hotspot settings You can customize your mobile hotspot's security and connection settings. 1. From - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 100
Settings Wi-Fi sharing Turn on Wi-Fi sharing to quickly share your Wi-Fi network with other devices. 1. From Settings, tap Mobile hotspot. Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > 2. Tap More options > Wi-Fi sharing to turn on this feature. TIP Use this feature to share your Wi-Fi network - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 101
More options > Add printer. • If your printer requires a plugin, tap Download plugin and follow the prompts to add a print service. NOTE Not all apps support printing. Virtual Private Networks A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect to a private secured network from your device. You - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 102
Settings Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap Settings next to a VPN. 3. Edit the VPN and tap Save, or tap Delete to remove the VPN. Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 103
Settings Sounds and vibration You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Sound mode | Vibrations | Volume | Ringtone | Notification sound | System sounds and vibration | Dolby Atmos | Equalizer | Adapt sound Sound mode You can - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 104
Settings Vibrations You can control how and when your device vibrates. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration. 2. Tap options to customize: • Vibration pattern: Choose from preset vibration patterns for notifications. • Vibration intensity: Set vibration intensity levels for calls, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 105
Settings Media volume limit Limit the maximum output of the device's volume while using Bluetooth speakers or headphones (not included). 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. 2. Tap More options > Media volume limit. 3. Tap to enable this feature. l To set the maximum output volume, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 106
Settings System sounds and vibration Customize your device's sounds and vibrations for actions like tapping the screen and charging the device. Options may vary by carrier. ◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > System sound/vibration control for the following options: Sound • Touch - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 107
Settings Equalizer Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music, or manually change your audio settings. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects. 2. Tap Equalizer to choose a music genre. Adapt sound Customize the sound - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 108
notifications | Block app notifications | Smart alert | Smart pop-up view Manage notifications You can configure notifications from apps and services. ◌ From Settings, tap Notifications. • Suggest actions and replies: Get applicable suggestions for actions to notifications and replies to messages - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 109
Settings Smart alert You can set the device to notify you about missed calls and messages by vibrating when you pick it up. ◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Smart alert, and tap to enable. Smart pop-up view Receive notifications as icons that can be tapped and expanded - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 110
Settings Display You can configure the screen brightness, timeout delay, font size, and many other display settings. Dark mode | Screen brightness | Blue light filter | Font size and style | Screen zoom | Full screen apps | Screen timeout | Screen saver | Lift to wake | Double tap to wake | Smart - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 111
Settings Blue light filter The Blue light filter feature may help you sleep better and reduce eye strain. You can set a schedule to automatically turn this feature on and off. ◌ From Settings, tap following options: Display > Blue light filter, and then choose one of the • Drag the Opacity - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 112
Settings Screen timeout You can set the screen to turn off after a set amount of time. ◌ From Settings, tap Display > Screen timeout, and tap a time limit to set it. NOTE Prolonged display of non-moving images may result in permanent ghostlike afterimages or degraded image quality. Turn off the - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 113
Settings Double tap to wake Turn on the screen by double-tapping instead of using the Side key. ◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Double tap to wake to enable this feature. Smart stay Use the front camera to detect when you're looking at the screen to keep it turned on. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 114
Settings Lock screen and security You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock. Screen lock types | Google Play Protect | Find My Mobile | Find My Device | Security update | Install unknown apps | Encrypt or decrypt SD card | View passwords | Device administration | - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 115
Settings, tap Lock screen for the following options: • Wallpaper services: Enable additional features such as guide page and Dynamic Lock Screen. • Clock style: Set the Samsung account is required, and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My Mobile. For more - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 116
theft by allowing your device to be locked, tracked online, and for your data to be deleted remotely. A Google Account is required, and Google location service must be turned on. 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Find My Device. • If you are not logged in to a Google Account, tap Find - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 117
Settings Install unknown apps You can allow installation of unknown third-party apps from selected apps or sources. 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Install unknown apps. 2. Tap an app or source, and then tap Allow from this source. TIP Installing unknown third-party apps could make - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 118
Settings Device administration You can authorize security features and apps to have administrative access to your device. 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings > Device admin apps. 2. Tap an option to turn it on as a device administrator. Credential storage You can - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 119
which permissions you want to be notified about. NOTE When using an app or service for the first time that wants to access certain features of your device, a dialog information about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems. 1. From Settings, tap Privacy > Send diagnostic data. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 120
and Wi-Fi to determine the location of your device. 1. From Settings, tap Location. 2. Tap to turn on Location services. TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality. App permissions Configure permissions for apps that want to access your location information. 1. From - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 121
1. From Settings, tap Location. 2. Tap an entry under Location services to see how your location information is used. Accounts You can your data from multiple devices. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-cloud. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Samsung - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 122
Settings Account settings Each account has its own custom settings. You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. Account settings and available features vary between account types. ◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. Remove an account You can remove accounts - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 123
optimize your device's system resources. Quick optimization | Battery | Storage | Memory | Advanced options | Language and input | Date and time | Troubleshooting Quick optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: • Identifying apps that use - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 124
for the following options: • Battery usage: View power usage by app and service. • Power mode: Select a power mode to extend battery life. • that are used infrequently. • Charging: Enable the following options to support fast charging capabilities: - Fast charging Storage View your storage capacity - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 125
up as much memory as possible. • Tap View more to view the full list of apps and services using memory. Tap to include or exclude these apps and services. • Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this group. Tap to include or exclude these apps and - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 126
You can add languages to your list and organize them according to preference. If an app does not support your default language, then it will move to the next supported language in your list. 1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input > Language. 2. Tap Add language, and select - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 127
Settings Default keyboard You can select a default keyboard for your device's menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store. 1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input. 2. Tap On-screen keyboard > Defaultkeyboard and choose a keyboard. - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 128
. 1. From Settings, tap General Management > Language and input. 2. Tap Autofill service to view your selected service. l Tap Settings to customize your service. l Tap Autofill service to change your default service. Text-to-speech Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 129
. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually. ◌ From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. The : Set the format for displaying time. Troubleshooting You can check for software updates and, if necessary, reset services on your device. Software update Check for - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 130
Settings Reset Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Reset all settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1. From - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 131
Settings Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 132
password. CAUTION Before sending your device to Samsung or taking it to a Samsungauthorized service center, remove your Google Account and then perform a factory data reset. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/frp. Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 133
Settings Accessibility There are accessibility settings for people who need help seeing, hearing, or otherwise operating their device. Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for everyone. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 134
the color of the screen if you find it difficult to see some colors. Size and zoom You can increase the size of supported screen elements and create shortcuts for accessibility features on your device. ◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option: • Magnifier window - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 135
tap an option: • Real time text: Activate real-time text (RTT) calling. • Hearing aid support: Improve the sound quality to work better with hearing aids. • Adapt sound: Customize the sound for speech and convert it to text. • Subtitle settings: Configure closed caption and subtitle services. 135 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 136
Settings Interaction and dexterity You can configure Accessibility features to assist with limited dexterity when interacting with your device. Alternate input You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls. ◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 137
Settings Touch settings You can adjust your screen to be less sensitive to taps and touches. ◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option: • Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action. • Tap duration: Set how long an interaction must be held to - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 138
Accessibility features to open by quickly pressing the Side and Volume up keys at the same time. • Volume up and down keys: Configure selected services to turn on when you press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds. Notifications ◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Advanced - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 139
easier to use. Help | Dual Messenger | About phone Help View the user manual for your device. ◌ From Settings, tap Help. Dual Messenger Use two 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Dual Messenger. 2. Tap next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app. l To select which contacts have - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 140
Settings About phone View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and more. 1. From Settings, tap About phone to view your phone number, model number, serial number, and IMEI information. 2. Tap additional items to view more - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 141
Learn more Videos youtube.com/samsungcare Samsung Care+ samsung.com/us/support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips 141 - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 142
Legal information READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE. Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. ("Samsung"). You can opt out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 143
Legal information Restricting children's access to your mobile device Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it because they could hurt themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your device bill. Keep the device and all its parts and accessories out - Samsung Galaxy A12 Boost Mobile | User Manual - Page 144
the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device. Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying
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