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User guide Xperia XA1 G3121/G3123/G3125/G3112/G3116 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 2
Getting started 6 About this User guide 6 Overview 6 Assembly - Single locking, or erasing a lost device 14 Using location services 14 Learning the basics 16 Using the touchscreen 16 28 Applications overview 30 Battery and Maintenance 33 Charging your device 33 Battery and power management - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 3
Downloading applications 43 Downloading applications from Google Play 43 Downloading applications from other sources 43 Internet and networks 44 Browsing the web 44 Internet and MMS settings 44 Wi-Fi 45 Sharing your cellular data connection 47 Controlling Data Usage 48 Selecting a SIM card - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 4
Features That Save You Time 101 Google Feed 101 Using your device as a wallet 101 Xperia Actions 101 Clock and Calendar 103 Calendar 103 Clock 103 Accessibility 106 Magnification 106 Font size 106 Display Size 106 Color correction 106 TalkBack 106 Mono audio 107 Switch Access 107 4 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 5
Support and Legal 108 Support application 108 Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing 108 Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines 109 Legal information 109 5 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 6
Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia XA1 User guide for the Android™ 8.0 software version The device model number is displayed under Model. Limitations to Services and Features Some of the services and features described in this User Guide may not be supported in all countries or - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 7
. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port 12. Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area 13. Main camera lens 14. Flashlight 15. Diversity antenna 16. Nano SIM/memory card slot 17. NFC™ detection area 18. Main antenna area 19. Main loudspeaker Assembly - Single SIM Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Single SIM - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 8
in the illustration. 4 Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place. Assembly - Dual SIM Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Dual SIM devices support the use of one or two nano SIM cards and a memory card. Dual SIM devices are not available in all markets or - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 9
It may take a while for the device to shut down. Why do I need a Google account? Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google. A range of Google applications and services are available on your device when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 10
Xperia™ Companion. • Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the Find my device services. For more information about Android and Google, go to http://support Google. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Google account, or account using the setup guide when you first start - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 11
security reasons using your Google account. Find my device Use the Find my device service to remotely locate, lock, unlock, or erase the content on a lost have two IMEI numbers. Backup Back up the content on your device in case your device is damaged, lost, or stolen. See Backing Up and Restoring - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 12
troubleshooting tips for your device at http://support .sonymobile.com. 1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock. 2 If requested, confirm your current screen lock. 3 Choose an option and follow the on-screen instructions PUK are supplied by your service provider. To set up - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 13
function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it manually. See Forwarding calls on the 66 page. To enable or it if your device is stolen or when contacting support. Dual SIM devices only: Your device has two are displayed automatically. 13 This is an internet version of this publication. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 14
strip displays the IMEI number(s). Finding, locking, or erasing a lost device Google offers a location and security web service service activated. The Find my device service may not be available in all countries or regions. For additional information about Find my device, go to https://www.support - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 15
To enable or disable Google Location Sharing 1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Location. 2 Tap Google Location Sharing > . 3 Select the time span you want to have the function turned on and choose an option to select the contact you want to share your location with, then tap Share. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 16
Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Tapping • Open or select an item. • Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. • Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate an item-specific menu. • Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 17
Pinching in and out • Pinch in and out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you're taking photos or shooting videos. Swiping and scrolling • Scroll up or down in a list. • Swipe left or right, for example, between Homescreen panes. • Swipe left or right to reveal more options. Flicking • Scroll - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 18
screen dims and turns off to save battery power. You can change how long screen turns off 1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep. 2 Select an option. Smart backlight Xperia widget - Tap to open the widget and select a task like copying content from your old device or setting up Xperia services - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 19
When Google Feed is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the main Homescreen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see Google Google Feed is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and additional panes cannot be added to the left. For more information - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 20
To delete a pane from your Homescreen 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 2 Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap in the upper right corner of the pane. Homescreen settings You can use the Settings shortcut to adjust some - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 21
if it was preinstalled on your device or downloaded. Downloaded apps can be uninstalled. Pre-installed apps cannot be uninstalled, only disabled if the app supports this. If you disable a preinstalled app, you can enable it again under Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 1 Touch and hold the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 22
split screen mode, if the application supports multi-window function. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key to exit while others are paused or continue to run in the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 23
the previous screen within an application or close the application Not all applications support split screen mode. To Use Split-Screen Mode 1 Make sure that Screen mode, tap and hold while the split screen windows are displayed. One-handed operations You can activate the one-handed operation mode to - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 24
To adjust the position of the screen 1 To move the screen to the left side or to the right side, tap or accordingly. 2 To move the screen upward or downward, drag the horizontal stripes at the edge of the resized screen. 3 To resize the screen, drag the three diagonal stripes at the edge of the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 25
the other elements of your Homescreen and lockscreen. Live wallpapers add visual effects to your interactions with the touchscreen, letting the display change dynamically. Themes can include a wallpaper, a screensaver, title bars, and a sound scheme that all fit together to create a unique look and - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 26
and holding the power key and volume down key at the same time. To view your screenshot 1 Double-tap the status bar to display the Notification panel. 2 Tap the screenshot. Notifications Notifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications, as well as activities - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 27
have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order notification content for this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lockscreen when sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incoming email or chat, but the content won - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 28
To select the notifications to display on the lockscreen 1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > default but can be disabled manually. When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning, such as when the battery level falls below 15 percent. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 29
status The battery is charging Airplane mode is activated The Bluetooth function is activated The microphone is muted The speakerphone is on Do Not Disturb mode is activated Vibrate mode An alarm is set GPS is activated Synchronization is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronization Depending - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 30
software update is available System updates are available Downloading system updates Tap to install the downloaded system updates STAMINA mode is activated Ultra STAMINA mode is activated Screenshot captured Video chat with friends using the Duo™ application A song is playing The device is connected - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 31
to unique content available only with Xperia devices. View your current location, phone calls by dialing the number manually or by using the smart dial function Support application to access user support on your device. For example, you can access the User guide and troubleshooting information, plus - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 32
to watch videos from users around the world, and share your own. Some applications may not be included on your device or may not be supported by all carriers or service providers in all areas. 32 This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 33
Battery and Maintenance Charging your device Always use an original Sony charger and USB Type-C cable intended for your specific Xperia model. Other chargers and cables may increase charging time, not charge at all, or may even damage your device. Make sure all USB ports and connectors are - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 34
application and review its battery consumption under Battery. General usage tips to improve battery performance The following tips can help you improve battery performance: • Lower the screen brightness level, see Screen settings on page 55. • Turn off Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and location services when you - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 35
by selecting STAMINA mode in the Power-saving exceptions menu. Ultra STAMINA Mode Your battery time is extensively prolonged, but available apps are limited, and the status bar. You can also check for new updates manually, or schedule an update. 35 This is an internet version of this publication. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 36
download. You then need to use the Xperia Companion software on a PC or Mac computer Guide. The Android version might not be affected after an update. For more information about software updates, go to http:// support a cellphone network depend on your service provider. It is recommended to use - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 37
follow the on-screen installation instructions. Make sure you are using the USB Type-C cable that came with your device and it is properly connected to the device and computer. Maintenance Using a Computer Xperia Companion Xperia Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 38
device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft® Windows® computers. Charging is enabled by default. Using the Use device as MIDI mode, your by downloading the White paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/. Improving Memory Performance Your device memory tends to fill up as a - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 39
services from running 1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select an application or service, You can also modify, copy or delete files manually if you find and tap the Files application. recover. It is recommended to use the Xperia Companion software to make backups which save - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 40
click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to restore data to your device. If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to backup. You can do so manually or turn on the automatic backup function to save data periodically. The Xperia Backup & Restore application is - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 41
Google account. 2 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia™ Backup & restore. 3 Tap More. 4 Tap Manual backup, then select a backup destination and the data that from Xperia Backup & Restore service, make sure you have signed in to your Google account. 2 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia™ - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 42
• Wi-Fi networks • Other settings To back up data to a Google account 1 Find and tap Settings > System > Backup. 2 Under Back up to Google Drive, tap Account and choose an account to back up your files to. To enable or disable automatic restore when you reinstall an application 1 Find and tap - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 43
a working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges. For more information, see Updating your device on page 35. To 3 Tap the item to view its details. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Some applications may need to access data, settings - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 44
right away. • You can manually check for updates to the internet and MMS settings. If you change or delete an internet or MMS setting by mistake, download the internet and MMS settings again. • Refer to troubleshooting tips for your device at http://support.sonymobile.com for network coverage - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 45
. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected. The list of available Wi-Fi networks refreshes automatically. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at http://support.sonymobile.com. To add a Wi-Fi network manually - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 46
network 1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap the Wi-Fi network that you are currently connected to. Detailed network information is displayed. To set a Wi-Fi sleep policy 1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap Wi-Fi preferences > Advanced > Keep Wi-Fi on - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 47
Button, then press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device. To connect to a Wi-Fi network using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN 3 Tap the USB tethering slider, then tap OK if prompted. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected. 4 To stop sharing your - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 48
the on-screen instructions. Alternatively, tap > WPS PIN Entry, then enter the PIN that appears on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device. To greater control over data usage but cannot guarantee the prevention of additional charges. To help reduce data usage 1 Find and tap Settings > Network - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 49
speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest cellular network, like 3G. Selecting cellular networks Your device supports the use of up to three which cellphone networks are available where you are. You can also manually set your device to use a particular cellular network mode, like - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 50
Different status icons are displayed in the status bar depending on the type or users, select a SIM card. 3 Tap Preferred network type, then select a network mode. To select another network manually 1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network. 2 Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 51
that you want to add. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create or sign in to an account. To synchronize manually with an online account 1 Find and tap Settings > set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) account on your Xperia device, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 52
To remove an EAS account 1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. 2 Select the EAS account that you want to remove. 3 Tap Remove account. 4 Tap Remove account again to confirm. 52 This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 53
tap Settings > System > About phone. To Access the Quick Settings Panel • Drag the status bar downward using two fingers. To Select Which Settings to Display on the Quick Settings Panel 1 Using two fingers, drag the status bar fully downward, then tap . 2 To add a setting to the Quick settings panel - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 54
To activate vibration or Do not disturb mode 1 Press and hold the volume key down until appears to activate vibrate mode. 2 Release the volume key and press it down again to activate Do not disturb mode. To activate sound with vibration for incoming calls 1 Find and tap Settings > Sound. 2 Tap the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 55
the rule. To create a new rule, tap Add more, and follow the on-screen instructions. Screen settings You can change the screen's brightness, quality, viewing size, and behavior. For example, select a bigger font or display size for easier reading or change the icons you see in the status bar. If you - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 56
the device is turned, or set it to stay in portrait view. Screen saver Set up a screen saver that automatically displays colors, photos, or a slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle. On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual screen saver settings - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 57
used even if you have denied permissions. Critical permissions Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a dialog will inform you. To configure applications 1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. 2 Select a configuration option, for example App info, then - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 58
the application default setting is not available for every application or service. Language Settings You can select a default language for your time You can change the date and time on your device. To set the date manually 1 Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. 2 Disable the Automatic - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 59
sound output You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound settings like Equalizer and Surround sound. You normalizer function by tapping the slider. Multiple User Accounts Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately to - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 60
locks and an icon representing the newly added user appears in the top-right corner. 5 Unlock the screen by swiping upwards. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the account for the user. You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 61
• Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPN settings. 61 This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 62
, or you can use the SwiftKey flow feature and slide your finger from letter to letter to form words. 1 Display numbers and symbols 2 Switch between lower case, upper case, and all caps 3 Access smileys 4 Enter a comma 5 Enter a space 6 Enter punctuation 7 Delete 8 Enter a carriage return For more - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 63
To Enter Text Using the Gesture Input Function 1 When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to trace the word you want to time when filling out forms. When you enable an Autofill service, information like names, phone numbers, addresses, credit card information - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 64
can make a call by dialing a phone number manually, or use the smart dial function to quickly find not appear, tap . To dial a phone number 1 Find and tap . 2 If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad. 3 Enter the phone number, and tap . 4 Dual SIM users, select a SIM card if prompted. To - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 65
, a SIM icon indicates which SIM card the call is for. If you receive an incoming call when the screen is active, the incoming call is displayed as a floating notification, that is, in a minimized window that floats at the top of whatever screen is open. For Dual SIM devices, SIM1 or SIM2 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 66
window where the phone number or the name of the contact is displayed. 2 Tap Response options. 3 Select a predefined message or tap , and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it manually. To forward calls 1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > Settings. 3 Dual SIM - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 67
to enable the function. 3 Tap CONTINUE and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. If the Dual SIM reachability function does not work card. In some cases, the numbers are detected automatically during setup. Otherwise, you are prompted to enter them manually. Blocking a number - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 68
again and save it to the new account. If you add a plus sign and the country code before a contact's phone number, you do . 3 Edit the desired information. 4 When you are done, tap Save. Some synchronization services do not allow you to edit contact details. To add or remove a contact picture 1 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 69
card. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide. Find out more about choosing a transfer method at http:// support.sonymobile.com/. Transferring Contacts Using an Online Account If you sync the contacts in your old device or - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 70
card, or use Bluetooth technology. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide. To import contacts from a memory card 1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Import > SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). 3 Select - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 71
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > Settings > Export. 3 Single SIM users, tap Export to SIM card. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card to export to. 4 Tap OK. 5 Select contacts to export, then tap Export. 6 Select an option, then tap OK. To export all contacts to internal storage 1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 72
size of added media files, is also provider-dependent. Contact your service provider for more information. Messaging overview 1 Go back to the list . If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually. 4 If you want to send a group message, tap to add more recipients - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 73
If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually. 5 Edit the message if necessary, then tap . Dual SIM users, tap function. After delivery reports are turned on, a check mark is displayed for messages that have been successfully delivered. Video Chat You can use - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 74
support the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup. For some email services, you may need to contact your email service 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. If the settings for the email account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually. 4 When you are - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 75
your media files between the computer and your device. Learn more and download Xperia Companion for Windows or Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperiacompanion/. The Music application may not support all music file formats. Listening to music Use the Music application to listen - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 76
13 Play or pause a song 14 Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song 15 Shuffle songs in the play queue Music homescreen 1 Tap to open the Music menu 2 Scroll up or down to view content 3 Tap to start playing a song in the play queue 4 Play all songs in shuffle mode 5 - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 77
To Minimize the Music Application • When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Music application keeps running in the background. To open the Music application when it is playing in the background • While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downward and tap the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 78
To listen to the FM radio 1 Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device. 2 Find and tap . The available channels appear as you scroll through the frequency band. When you start the FM radio, available channels appear automatically. If a channel has RDS information, it appears a few - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 79
™ Camera or Xperia™ Camera Photography. To launch the camera • Press the camera key fully down, swipe the Application screen. from the lock screen or tap from Capturing modes Your camera is equipped with four capturing modes. Two are for taking photos, the Superior auto mode and the Manual mode - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 80
mode • When using the camera, swipe the screen to select from photo, video, or camera apps modes. Capturing modes overview Manual Take photos and manually adjust camera settings Superior auto Take photos with settings automatically optimized Video Record videos Camera apps Use photo and video apps - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 81
To take a photo when recording a video • When recording a video, tap . The photo is taken as soon as you release the shutter button. Self-timer Use the Self-timer to get more time to prepare for a photo. It also helps to keep your device steady and avoid blurred photos. To use the self-timer with - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 82
the flash. To use the flash 1 When using the camera, tap the flash icon displayed on the screen, for example . 2 If required, change the flash setting. 3 Superior auto and Video modes, or change the exposure value when using Manual mode. To adjust the color and brightness 1 When using the camera, - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 83
shutter button to take a photo. This setting is only available in Manual mode. Shutter speed Shutter speed refers to how long the shutter is open the shutter button to take the photo. This setting is only available in Manual mode for the main camera. ISO ISO determines how sensitive your camera is - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 84
light that strikes an object, to optimize exposure. Exposure metering is automatically adjusted in Superior auto and Video modes. You can adjust the exposure manually in Manual mode for the main camera, for example to change the exposure for a specific part of the photo. To adjust the exposure with - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 85
the settings menu. The setting is saved. 5 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo. This setting is only available in Manual mode for the main camera. People, selfies, and smiling faces Faces in focus are indicated with a colored frame. Tap any frame to select a face to - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 86
Taking photos and videos of people • Consider the camera orientation. Use portrait for close-up photos, to fill the frame. Use landscape for close-up group photos, or to capture an object in the background. • Place the camera on a solid surface and use the self-timer to prevent blurred photos. To - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 87
• Consider changing the exposure to a faster shutter speed or a higher ISO to freeze motion. To track an object 1 When using the main camera, tap . 2 Tap More and tap the Object tracking slider to enable. 3 Close the settings menu. The setting is saved. 4 Select an object to track by touching it in - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 88
To take a photo or record a video with a creative effect 1 When using the camera, swipe the screen to select . 2 Tap . 3 Swipe to browse filters, or tap a filter to preview the effect. 4 Tap to apply the filter and return to the camera screen. 5 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 89
high resolution. 5MP 3072×1728 (16:9) 5-megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution. Video resolutions HD refers to high definition, while fps refers to frames per second. A higher fps rate provides - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 90
properly, you can run a diagnostics test to identify if there is a problem with the main camera, front camera, flash, or camera key. To run select Camera, Front camera, Flash or Camera button. 4 Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. Additional camera settings Geotagging You can save - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 91
To activate or deactivate the grid lines 1 When using the camera, tap . 2 Tap More and tap the Grid lines slider to enable or disable. The setting is saved. Photo preview settings You can choose to preview photos as soon as you take them. To activate or deactivate previewing 1 When using the camera - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 92
right to view the previous photo or video. The Album application may not support all file formats. You can set the screen to rotate automatically when your sideways. To enable or disable this feature, find and tap Settings > Display > Device rotation. To change the size of the thumbnails • When - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 93
want to play. 2 Tap . 3 If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To hide the controls, tap the screen again. To Pause a Video 1 effects, as well as content that you have shared online via services such as Picasa™ and Facebook. Once you are logged in to such - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 94
Open web support 10 View photos from online services To view photos from online services in Album 1 Find and tap Album, then tap . 2 Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are displayed - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 95
the Hidden folder. To Hide a Photo or Video 1 In Album, find and tap the photo or video you want to hide. 2 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 3 Tap Hide > OK. To View Your Hidden Photos and Videos 1 In Album, tap , then tap Hidden. 2 Tap a photo or video to - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 96
or other large display without using a Follow the instructions in the User Guide of your Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device. This device has a capless USB Type-C port. If your device gets exposed to water, ensure that the port a product or service, and tags - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 97
enabled even when the device is switched off. Note that not all devices support this feature. To enable or disable the NFC function 1 Find and tap is done, the music file is saved on the receiving device. 9 To display the music file, drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel, and - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 98
photo or video is saved on the receiving device. 7 To display the photo or video, drag down the status bar to open Sony, such as speakers or headphones. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide in between. In some cases, you have to manually pair your device with other - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 99
time, you may need to enter a passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. If this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth device to get the device passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time you connect to a previously - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 100
• Web pages To send items using Bluetooth 1 Ensure the Bluetooth function is turned on for the receiving device, and that the device is visible to other Bluetooth devices. 2 Open the application on the sending device that contains the item that you want to send. Scroll to the item. 3 Depending on - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 101
devices, NFCinitiated payments are only supported for an NFC-enabled SIM card inserted in SIM card slot 1. To manage payment services 1 Make sure NFC is services appears. 3 Manage the payment services as desired. For example, you can change your default payment service. Xperia Actions Use Xperia - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 102
to enable or disable the functions. You can also add your location for a more accurate experience. To activate Gaming actions 1 Find and tap Settings > Assist > Xperia Actions. 2 Tap Gaming. 3 Tap and mark the checkboxes as desired, then tap No apps selected and select the games you wish to use the - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 103
any sound saved on your device as the alarm signal. The alarm does not sound if your device is turned off. The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your general time settings, for example, 12 hour or 24 hour. 103 This is an internet - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 104
Clock overview 1 Access the Alarm tab 2 Access the World clock tab 3 Access the Stopwatch tab 4 Access the Timer tab 5 View option for the current tab 6 Open date and time settings for the clock 7 Edit an existing alarm 8 Turn an alarm on or off 9 Add a new alarm To set a new alarm 1 Find and tap - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 105
To turn an alarm on or off • To turn an alarm on or off, tap an existing alarm. The alarm in use is indicated by . To delete an alarm • Find and tap Clock, then touch and hold the alarm that you want to delete, then tap . To set the sound for an alarm 1 Find and tap Clock, then tap for the alarm - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 106
Font size You can enable the Font size option to increase the default size of text displayed on your device. To set Font size 1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility. affect device performance. TalkBack TalkBack is a screen reader service for visually impaired users. TalkBack uses spoken feedback to - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 107
or disable this function. Switch Access With Switch Access, you can interact with your Xperia device using one or more switches. A switch is a device used to send the function, then tap OK. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions, then tap Finish. 107 This is an internet version of this publication. © Print - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 108
find device and software information. You can read support topics, troubleshoot, or use helpful apps like the device test. Visit our web support directly from the app to read User guides and knowledge articles, or visit the Support forum. Support contact information is available from the Contact us - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 109
the device to shut down then try turning it back on. If the problem still exists, force the device to shut down, then perform a software repair. To find out the recovery time, visit Google's support page http://support.google.com. When you receive a new Google account username or password, you might - Sony Xperia XA1 | Help Guide - Page 110
review such websites' terms of use and applicable privacy policy in advance. Sony does not warrant or guarantee the availability or performance of any third-party application, websites, or offered services DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE OR DOCUMENTATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY MOBILE OR ITS SUPPLIERS'
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Xperia XA1
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