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Stylus shortcuts Direct Share Picture-in-Picture Personalize your phone Redecorate your home screen Discover Moto Airplane mode Mobile network Protect your phone Screen lock Your privacy App pinning Backup & restore App safety Data usage Troubleshoot your Service & repairs Copyright & trademarks - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 3
Stylus shortcuts » Quick settings » Personalize your phone » Camera » Moto » Protect your phone » Speak » Connect to Wi-Fi » Navigate your phone Tip: To view all of these topics on your phone, swipe up from the home screen and tap Settings > Help. For FAQs and other phone support, visit www.motorola - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 4
battery life » Care for your phone First look Let's get started. We'll guide you through startup and tell you a bit about your phone's features. Main Camera Proximity Sensor Volume Buttons Power Button Headset Jack USB-C®/Charger Stylus Phone hardware buttons: top right are Volume up and down - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 5
, push the stylus inward to release it, then pull it out. To store the stylus, insert it into the slot. Then, push it until it locks in place. Stylus: bottom right is the stylus. Set up the stylus See and change stylus default settings. Find it: Swipe up > Settings > Stylus » Open Moto Note from - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 6
location in Maps. » Vibrate when inserted: To feel a quick vibration when the stylus is in place, swipe up > Settings > Stylus, then tap Vibrate when inserted to turn it on. Insert the SIM and microSD cards To activate phone service, you might need to insert a SIM card, or this may have been done - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 7
/accounts. Connect to Wi-Fi For faster Internet access and to conserve mobile data use, swipe the status bar down. Touch and hold to choose a Wi-Fi network. For full instructions, see Connect with Wi-Fi. Note: This phone supports apps and services that may use a lot of data, so make sure your data - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 8
port location). Plug the other end into a power receptacle. Note: Use of other chargers is not recommended. Navigate your phone Explore by touch Use the stylus or your fingers to find your way around: » Tap: Choose an icon or option. » Touch and hold: See more options. » Drag: Move items on the - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 9
screen. » Go back a screen: Swipe toward the middle of the screen from the left or right edge. » Switch between apps: Swipe left or right across the bottom of the screen. » Launch the Google Assistant: Swipe up diagonally from the bottom corner of the screen to launch the Google Assistant. Learn - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 10
do this, let your phone cool off before powering up. In case of water Mobile devices marketed as water repellent are not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure cloths moistened with isopropyl alcohol with a concentration of 70% (specific for electro-electronic products). » It is recommended that you - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 11
» Do not disturb » Lock screen » Quick settings » Speak » Gestures » Stylus shortcuts » Direct Share » Picture-in-Picture Home screen The home screen is what and settings. 11:35 APR 3 TUE Say "Hey Google" Google Duo Moto Photos Play Store Search by typing, or tap the microphone and say a - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 12
more about your phone and get support. Find it: Swipe up > Settings > Help Tip: Some apps have their own help that's specific to their features. Just tap Copy your data, set wallpaper,and more Finish setup Silent Battery Tracer Service is running fine Manage Tap a notification to open it, or choose - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 13
screen to move it. Note: Not all apps support this feature. Smart reply See suggestions based on notification can pop up to tell you about a CAPABLE TM national or local crisis. After you close local governments send these alerts through your service provider. So you will always receive alerts - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 14
Status icons Icons at the top right of the screen tell you about phone status: Status Icons Network strength Alarm set / Wi-Fi in range/connected Data Saver on Airplane mode Battery Saver on Do not disturb Wi-Fi hotspot on / Battery charging/full / Bluetooth on/connected Volume Press the - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 15
events. » Schedules: Set a schedule to turn on Do Not Disturb at specific times during the day or night. Lock screen Your touchscreen is on when you message: To add a message to your lock screen, such as your name in case your phone gets lost, swipe up > Settings > Display > Advanced > Lock screen - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 16
Mobile number, you can say which number to call (for example, "Call Joe Black Mobile"). » Search by voice: Tap on the home screen to search by voice. Note . To turn this feature on, swipe up > Settings > Google > Account services > Search, Assistant & Voice > Voice > Voice Match. Tip: Start your - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 17
by swiping back and forth. Note: See more gestures in Moto. Stylus shortcuts When you remove the stylus, the following stylus shortcuts appear. When the stylus shortcuts minimize, tap to expand again. Write a note and save it to Moto Note. Take a screenshot and edit it. Open Coloring book. Open - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 18
information that's visible on your screen or played on your device. This includes passwords, payment info, photos, messages, and audio. Tip: See also Stylus and Explore by touch. Direct Share In some apps, you can share something directly to a contact, app, or conversation. Tap an app to Gmail - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 19
. » Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to put the video in a small window. » Drag the video around your screen. Note: Not all apps support this feature. January 29 29 Fri 10 AM 11 AM Weekly Project Meeting 12 PM 1 PM Start hangout with Alexis https://plua.Google.com/hangouts - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 20
screen the way you want. 11:35 11:35 APR 3 TUE Touch and hold an empty spot to change wallpaper. Say "Hey Google" Google Duo Moto Photos Play Store Tap a shortcut to open. Touch and hold to move or delete. Drag shortcuts on top of each other to make a folder. Home - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 21
resize some widgets-touch and hold a widget until you feel a vibration, then release. Drag the white circles at the edges to resize. » Move or delete widgets up > Settings > Display > Advanced > Font size. Discover Moto See Moto to set more custom features, like twisting your wrist twice to - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 22
Disturb and options for bedtime, app limits, and managing notifications. To supervise this phone remotely, view and set screen time limits, and add restrictions to services and apps, tap Set up parental controls. Personalize your phone - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 23
apps. To find and add more apps, tap Play Store. To learn more, see App safety. » Phone » Messages » Chrome™ » Camera » Photos » Gmail » Duo » Moto » Moto Note » Coloring book » Calendar » More apps Phone Keep in touch by choosing a contact, returning a missed call, or using a voice command to start - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 24
Search contacts & places FAVORITES Add A BC Allie Mobile Ben Mobile Cade Mobile Tap a favorite to call it. Dial a number. Favorites Recents Contacts See all your contacts. See recent calls. Calls screen and options that show during a call. - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 25
tap Phone > Recents, touch Block/report spam. Your phone number Find it: Swipe up > Settings > About phone > Phone number Emergency calls Your service provider programs one or more emergency phone numbers you can call under any circumstances, even when your phone is locked. Emergency numbers vary - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 26
Messages Stay in touch with messages and pictures. For tips on using the keyboard, see Use the keyboard. Find it: Messages » Create: Tap . Start chat » Attach: When you're typing a message: • Tap to attach a GIF or a contact, share your location, create a voice recording, and more. • Tap to attach a - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 27
» Turn off notifications: Stuck in a busy conversation? You can turn off notifications. Tap the thread, then tap Menu > Details or Group Details > Notifications. » Add or block a phone number: In a conversation, touch and hold a message to see options to save as a contact, delete the message, or - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 28
your mobile phone network) to access the Internet. If you can't connect, contact your service provider. Your service provider may charge to surf the web or download data. 11:35 See options. Free up space Search or type web address Facebook YouTube Amazon - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 29
Downloads Warning: Apps downloaded from the web can be from unknown sources. To protect your phone and personal data from theft, download apps only on Google Play™ Store. » Files: Tap the download link. To see the file, tap Menu > Downloads. » Pictures: Touch and hold it, then tap Download image. To - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 30
Camera Take crisp, clear photos. Find it: Camera Adjust settings. Tap anywhere to change the focus (rear camera only) or exposure. Touch and hold to lock the focus in an area. Use Google Lens. See more options. Take a photo. Video Photo Switch to selfie camera. Slide to choose photo, video, or - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 31
the width/height screen ratio as 3:4, 9:16, or Full . Face Beauty With the selfie camera, smooth skin and beautify faces. Set to Auto, Manual, or Off. Note: Face Beauty feature is also available when taking selfie videos. Additional viewfinder options for video camera Torch Turn on a flashlight - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 32
Filter Pro Freeze parts of a video for an artistic effect. For more, see Take moving cinemagraphs. Take a wide-angle shot. Use the on-screen guide to slowly pan while you are taking the photo. Take a wide-angle selfie for groups. Choose a filter to apply to your photo. Control professional camera - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 33
the subjects in your photos or videos. Leveler Take perfectly level photos using a guide line in the viewfinder. Keep last mode Watermark Open the camera with the last mode active. Add a watermark, signature, date or time to your photos. Auto Smile Capture Automatically detect smile and take - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 34
Tip: For best results, subjects should be two to six feet away. Change the background Use cutout mode to replace the background of a photo with another image. Note: Available when using the back camera only. Find it: Camera > > Cutout 1 Line up your subject at close range. 2 Tap to take the photo. - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 35
slideshow, tap the screen. To show the slideshow on a television or other device, see Connect, share & sync. Note: For more about Google Photos™, visit https://support.google.com/photos. Apps - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 36
Gmail Send and receive email from all of your personal accounts (even if they're not Gmail accounts). You can manage your accounts in Gmail and easily switch between them. Find it: Swipe up > Gmail Search mail Inbox INBOX A Switch accounts. Apr 22 B Apr 22 Touch and hold to choose multiple - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 37
swipe up > Settings > Accounts > Add account. For Microsoft® Exchange server work email accounts, tap Add account > Exchange, and enter details from your IT administrator. » Change account settings: To change the settings for a Gmail or email account, swipe up > Gmail > > Settings, then tap the - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 38
icon shapes. » Wallpapers: Find unique wallpapers for the home screen and lock screen. Gestures Enhance your phone with gestures and actions. Find it: Moto > > Gestures » Quick Capture: Twist your wrist twice quickly to open the camera. » Fast flashlight: Turn the flashlight on/off with two chopping - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 39
and forth. Tips View tips about your phone's latest features. Find it: Moto > > Tips Tap to view more features. Display See notifications, keep the re looking at it, and reduce blue light in the evenings. Find it: Moto > > Display » Peek Display: Battery friendly notifications fade in and out while - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 40
Use the stylus or your fingers to create, edit, and share notes. Find it: Swipe up > Moto Note View notes, change settings, and manage categories. Motorola Switch to List View Type a title to search for a note. Tap to view or edit a note. Create a note. Moto Note screen. Tap the thumbnail - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 41
Note toolbar With a note open, tap or double-tap the following Moto Note tools for more options. Moto Note tools Highlighter Customize stroke, color palette, and thickness. Eraser To erase with your finger when you're using the stylus, tap Finger eraser to turn it on. To clear your notes, tap - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 42
See all your events, all in one place. Find it: Swipe up > Calendar March April 2019 Tap to refresh the Calendar screen. Go to today's date. MON 1 WED 3 Nothing planned. Tap to create. Dentist appointment 4-5 PM APR 7 - 13 WED 1 0 Jennifer's birthday MON 15 APR 14 - 20 Tax Day SUN APR 21 - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 43
» Google help: See www.google.com/support. Contacts Combine information from your Google contacts and social networks for quick access to everyone you know. Tip: You can find most of these features - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 44
> Accounts > Automatically sync app data. You can also see these contacts at http://mail.google.com. Tip: For help with transferring contacts, go to www.motorola.com/transfercontacts. Apps - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 45
See your current location. Get directions and navigation instructions. Explore Go Saved Contribute Updates Google Maps screen. your profile picture, then tap Help & feedback. Note: For more on maps, visit support.google.com/maps. Drive Keep all your photos, videos, documents, and more safely in - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 46
: Share songs directly with your contacts. Tap Menu next to a song and tap Share. See Direct Share. For more on the YT Music app, see support.google.com/youtubemusic. Note: Copyright-do you have the right? Always follow the rules. See "Content copyright" in the legal and safety information on your - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 47
, tap . Set a consistent bedtime for better sleep. Add Sunrise Alarm to slowly brighten the screen before the alarm sounds. Tap . Tip: To set your current date, time, time zone, and formats, swipe up > Settings > System - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 48
to other Wi-Fi enabled devices. Your phone turns off Wi-Fi and uses the mobile network for Internet access. This feature may require an additional subscription service from your service provider. Find it: Swipe up > Settings > Network & internet > Hotspot & tethering > Wi-Fi hotspot Note: These - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 49
you are pairing with is in discoverable mode (for details, refer to the guide that came with the device). 2 Swipe up > Settings > Connected devices > a device, just turn the device off or on. Note: Using a mobile device or accessory while driving may cause distraction and may be illegal. Always - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 50
you can drag and drop files. For more instructions or driver files, visit www.motorola.com/support. » For Apple™ Macintosh™: Use Android File Wi-Fi and uses the mobile network for Internet access. This feature may require an additional subscription service from your service provider. 1 Connect your - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 51
can get to all the same apps, movies, books, and music from Google Play-plus you share the same Gmail, Google Calendar™, and Google Mobile™. To add a Google account to your phone, swipe up > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google. Phone & tablet Your Android phone and tablet can work together - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 52
files from internal phone storage to a microSD card (sold separately). Note: Your phone supports microSD cards up to 1TB. Use a Class 10 (or higher) microSD card number can still be made. Mobile network You should not need to change any network settings. Contact your service provider for help. To - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 53
Protect your phone » Screen lock » Your privacy » App pinning » Backup & restore » App safety » Data usage Screen lock The easiest way to protect your phone is to lock your touchscreen when you are not using it. You can choose the best method for you to unlock your phone. Find it: Swipe up > - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 54
your Google account email and password on another device to unlock the phone. If you don't have a Google account on your phone, contact your service provider to have your phone factory reset. Warning: A factory reset will delete all data on your phone. Your privacy Keeping your information safe is - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 55
swipe up > Settings > Privacy > Lock screen. Tap to show all, none, or only those that are not sensitive. Location Location services, like GPS, Wi-Fi, mobile networks, and sensors help estimate your phone's location. To see recent location requests and which apps can determine your phone's location - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 56
Apps from Google Play Get music, movies, books, apps, games, and more. Find it: Play Store Apps from the Internet You can get apps from other online app stores using your browser. Tip: When installing an app, make sure you read the alerts that tell you what information the app will access. If you - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 57
your phone uploads and downloads. Find it: Swipe up > Settings > Network & internet > Mobile network > App data usage Use SIM SIM Preferences Set the preferred SIM for calls, SMS and data Roaming Connect to data services when roaming App data usage 1.09 MB used Jan 7 - Feb 6 Data warning & limit - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 58
goes dark and your phone restarts. Check for software update To manually check for updates, swipe up > Settings > System > Advanced . If the mobile network updates are not available in your country, update using a computer. On your computer, go to www.motorola.com/update. Troubleshoot your phone - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 59
Find the IMEI number You can find the IMEI number by typing *#06# on your phone's dialpad. Or swipe up > Settings > About phone > IMEI. Note: For service and support, see Get more help. Troubleshoot your phone - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 60
to make things easier. Find it: Swipe up > Settings > Accessibility Tip: For more information about your phone's accessibility features, visit www.motorola.com/accessibility. » Create a shortcut » Make your phone speak » Speak to your phone » Change your phone's display » Change your phone's sounds - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 61
2 Swipe up > Settings > Accessibility > BrailleBack. 3 Turn on your Braille display and put it in Bluetooth pairing mode. 4 On your phone, swipe up > Settings > Bluetooth, then tap the switch at the top to turn it on and scan. 5 Tap the name of your Braille display to pair it with the phone. Speak - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 62
please read the following guidance. Note: Ratings are not a guarantee of compatibility (visit www.motorola.com/hacphones). You may also want to consult your hearing health professional, who should be able on your phone. Refer to your TTY device guide for mode and usage information. Accessibility - Motorola moto g stylus 5g | User Guide - Page 63
of release. Motorola reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications without notice or obligation. Note: The images in this guide are service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2021 Motorola Mobility LLC. All rights reserved. Product: moto g stylus 5G Manual
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