Samsung Galaxy S7 User Manual

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    SMARTPHONE User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
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    ). Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68 rating, which tests submersion up to 5.0 feet for up to 30 minutes. Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone
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    ANY LAW, RULE, SPECIFICATION OR CONTRACT PERTAINING THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM
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    LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS. Modification of Software SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS. Samsung KNOX Samsung KNOX™ is Samsung's security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise
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    of their respective owners. Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: samsung.com/us/support The actual available
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    and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal or you may access the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device at: English samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide Spanish samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
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    Your Device 12 Set Up Accounts on Your Device 15 Know Your Device 18 Home Screen 19 Status Bar 26 Navigation 29 Notification Panel 32 Multi Window 36 Enter Text 39 Emergency Mode 43 Calling...46 Phone Screen 47 Make and Answer Calls 50 Speed Dial 57 Table of Contents vi
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    Applications 64 Apps List 65 Google Apps 70 Additional Apps 74 Calculator 75 Calendar 77 Camera and Video 81 Clock...91 Contacts 95 Email 104 Galaxy Apps 108 Gallery 109 Internet 113 Memo 118 Messages 120 My Files 125 S Health 127 S Voice 130
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    Sounds and Vibration 157 Notifications 165 Display 166 Advanced Features 172 Applications Settings 175 Wallpaper 179 Themes 180 Home Screen Settings 181 Lock Screen and Security 182 Privacy and Safety 191 Easy Mode 196 Accessibility 197 Accounts 202 Backup and Reset 205
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    Language and Input 209 Battery 213 Storage 214 Date and Time 217 About Device 218 Table of Contents ix
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    Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
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    Front View Proximity sensors Status light Volume keys Earpiece Front camera Power key Recent Home key/ Finger scanner Back Getting Started 2 Front View
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    : Return to the Home screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature. • Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Multi window. • Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device's sounds and audio playback. • Status light: Display a light when the battery is charging or fully charged
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    Back View Microphone Rear camera SIM card/ Memory card tray Flash Heart rate sensor Speaker Microphone Headset jack USB charger/ Accessory port Getting Started 4 Back View
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    card and an optional memory card (not included) for storage of files. For more information, see "Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card" on page 6. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a photo or recording video. • Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart
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    device. Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card Note: Your phone comes with the SIM card already installed. If you need to replace your SIM card, follow these steps. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with
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    the device and that the card is positioned as shown. 3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold contacts facing down. 4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the slot. Important: To prevent water and dust from entering the device, remove any dust on the O-Ring and
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    device with fresh water immediately and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues. • Do not expose the device to water at high pressure. • If the device is
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    recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging. Caution
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    head into a standard outlet. 3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete. Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold separately. Getting Started 10 Assemble Your Device
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    is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off. For a quick check of your
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    Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off. Turn the Device On To turn the device on: ► Press and hold the Power key
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    : Transferring content via a USB cable may increase battery consumption. Make sure your battery is fully charged. Note: The USB option must be set a Media device (MTP) on the other device. 1. Select Smart Switch during setup. - or - From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Backup and reset > Open
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    times out. To lock the device: ► Press the Power key. Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see "Set a Screen Lock" on page 182. To unlock the device: ► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the
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    account. - or - To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see "Accounts" on page 202. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Samsung account. Getting Started 15 Set Up
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    to fully utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™, more information, see "Accounts" on page 202. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google. Factory before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device
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    feature. For more information, see google.com. Disable Factory Reset Protection To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > Google. • If you have more than one Google Account set up on your device, tap the Google Account
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    Your Device Learn about some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard. Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus
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    Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Status bar Widget App shortcuts Home screen indicator Primary app shortcuts App folder Apps list Know Your Device 19 Home Screen
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    quick access to all of your applications. • Primary app shortcuts: Displays these shortcuts on all Home screens. • Home screen indicator: Indicates which Home screen is currently visible. • App shortcuts: Launches your favorite applications. • Widget: Runs as a simple application extension (not
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    Use these options to manage screens: • Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. • Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to Remove. • Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap Main Home screen at the top of a screen. This screen is displayed when you press
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    contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others. Add a Widget to a Home Screen You can add a widget to a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Widgets. 3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Home screen, and release it. Know Your Device 22 Home
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    can remove a widget that you added to a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to release it. 2. Drag the widget to Remove and release it. Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widget from the Home screen. Themes Set visual themes for all system
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    use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen You can add a shortcut to a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it. Remove a Shortcut You can remove a shortcut that you
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    to organize items. Create a Folder You can create an app folder on a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears. 2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Enter folder name: Enter a name for
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    Icons Battery full: Battery is fully charged. Battery low: Battery is low. Battery charging: Battery is charging. Vibrate mode: Vibrate mode is enabled. Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled. 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network. Signal strength: Cellular network signal
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    Status Icons Network not available: No wireless network is available. Wi‑Fi active: Wi-Fi is active. Wi‑Fi available: A Wi-Fi network is available. NFC enabled: NFC (Near Field Communication) is enabled. Notification Icons Missed call: A call has been missed. Call
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    in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are available from the Google Play store. App updates complete: App installation or
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    . • Tap an item to select it. • Tap an app shortcut to launch the application. Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. • Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to move it. • Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. Know Your Device 29 Navigation
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    Swipe Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. • Swipe the screen to unlock the device. • Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options. Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home
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    delete or share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. • Share: Tap to select items to share, and a sharing method. • Edit: Tap to customize the screen. • On/Off button: Tap to turn the option on ( ) or off ( ). • Checkbox: Tap to enable or select. When enabled, a checkmark is displayed. You can
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    icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Quick settings Screen brightness Notification card Settings View all Quick connect Notification settings Clear notifications Know Your Device 32 Notification Panel
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    brightness. • Quick settings: Quickly enable or disable a feature. View the Notification Panel You can access the Notification panel from any Home screen. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. • To open an item, tap it
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    Quick Settings In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To view additional Quick settings: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe left or right
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    • Refresh: Update the list of discovered devices. • More: - Settings: Configure device visibility and view information about Quick connect. - About Quick connect: View Quick connect information. - Help: Read help topics for Quick connect. 3. Tap a device from the list and select an option: • Share
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    Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls Know Your Device 36 Multi Window
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    Activate Multi Window Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other. Note: Multi window is not available for all apps. 1. From any screen, touch and
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    window apps. Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature. Minimize window: Minimize the selected app window. This turns the app into a circular, movable icon that can be opened by tapping on
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    Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Use the Samsung Keyboard Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Predictive text Options Know Your Device 39 Enter Text
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    using Google Voice™ typing. Clipboard: Access the clipboard. Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the cursor position. Keyboard settings: Access keyboard settings. Note: Available options depend on the app in use. Not all options are available for all apps. Predictive Text Predictive text suggests words
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    Keyboard To customize the Samsung keyboard: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options. Use input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text. Note: Tap Settings
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    Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google Voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options. Know Your Device 42 Enter Text
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    an emergency situation. Emergency mode saves battery power by: • Changing the color of the screen to grayscale. • Restricting application usage Turning off Mobile data when the screen is off. • Turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®. Note: When Emergency mode is turned off
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    Emergency Mode To activate Emergency mode: 1. Press and hold the Power key to display the Device options screen. 2. Tap Emergency mode. • When your location information to your emergency contacts. • Phone: Launch the call screen. • Internet: Launch the Web browser. Know Your Device 44 Emergency
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    (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated cellular service. • More: - Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode. - Remove: Choose apps to remove from the screen. - Manage emergency contacts: Add emergency contacts if none have been set
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    Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
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    Phone Screen Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls, favorites, and contacts. Tabs More options Keypad Voicemail Call Hide the keypad Calling 47 Phone Screen
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    couple of ways to access Phone. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone. - or - From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone. Display Your Phone Number Your phone number can be found in Settings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device > Status > SIM card status. • Your phone number is displayed in
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    Call Settings There are also a couple of ways to access the Call settings menu. ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > More > Settings. - or - From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Applications > Phone. Calling 49 Phone Screen
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    or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. Make a Call You can make a call from a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap Dial. • Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. Dial a Number from Your
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    are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recent. A list of recent calls is displayed. 3. Tap a contact, and then tap Call. Answer a Call When a call is received, the
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    finish your call: ► Tap End when you are ready to end your call. Multitask While on a Call If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by Call on the Status bar. This lets you continue with your current call and do something else, such as
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    Options During a Call Your phone provides several options that you can use during a call. Adjust the Call Volume ► Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume. - or - Tap
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    Place a New Call While on a Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress. 1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second call. 2. Dial the new number and tap answered: Dial. When the call is • Tap Swap to switch
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    save to your Contacts list. 3. Tap Create contact. - or - If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap Update existing. Delete a Call from the Call Log To delete Call log entries: 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Recent. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call
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    By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Recent. 2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 3. Tap More > Add to block list: You can also modify the Block
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    default number. Create a Speed Dial You can assign 999 speed dial numbers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. • Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. 2. Tap More > Speed dial. The Speed dial screen displays the numbers 1 through 100. You can tap the arrows to view additional numbers. Number
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    , enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit. Remove a Speed Dial Number Assignment You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap More > Speed dial. 3. Find the contact to remove from Speed dial. 4. Tap Remove. Calling 58 Speed Dial
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    Emergency Call You can dial the emergency telephone number from your phone whether or not cellular service has been activated. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an emergency call. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap
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    the caller. The rest of the phone remains secured. Swipe Lock Screen If the Lock screen is set to Swipe, you can access the call screen in a couple of ways. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen. - or ­ Swipe across the screen to unlock it, and then tap Phone. 2. Enter the emergency telephone
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    You can make calls even if your phone has a secure lock screen. Note: The first step differs depending on the device and Lock screen settings. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen. 2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency dialer. 3. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North
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    voicemail. Set Up Your Voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen. 1. From the Home screen, tap Phone > Voicemail. 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name. Note: These steps may be different depending on your network. Access Your Voicemail
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    Access Your Voicemail from Another Phone You can access your voicemail from another phone. 1. From another phone, dial your wireless phone number. Wait until you hear your voicemail greeting. 2. Press the asterisk or star (*) key on the phone you are using. 3. Enter your password and you are
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    Applications Learn how to change the way apps display, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
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    to the main Home screen, press the Home key. Download and Install New Apps Find new apps to download and install on your device. • Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are
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    hidden from view. To uninstall or disable an app: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Tap Edit. Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled display or disable the app. To enable apps after disabling them: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Applications > Application manager. 2. Tap All apps >
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    app. Organize Your Apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. To change the order apps are listed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then drag it to a new location. 3. Tap Done when finished. To alphabetize
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    to Organize Apps You can organize Apps in a folder on a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box is displayed. 3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Enter folder name
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    Add a Folder to a Home Screen To add a folder to a Home screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold a folder, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it. Applications 69 Apps List
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    Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Chrome Browse the more about Google Drive™. Gmail Send and receive email with Gmail, Google's web-based email service. Visit gmail.com to learn more. Applications 70 Google Apps
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    appear when you need them. Visit google.com/landing/now to learn more. Note: When Google Now™ is enabled, you can access it by tapping Google. -based information. Visit google.com/maps to learn more. Note: You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see "Location
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    Photos Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Google Photos™. Play Movies & TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the
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    YouTube View and upload YouTube™ videos right from your device. Visit youtube.com to learn more. Applications 73 Google Apps
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    service that offers a simple way to find the music that is right for you. With a library of over 13 million songs and 200+ stations, the interactive dial makes it easy to skim through stations to find the perfect soundtrack for the moment. Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock
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    Operation You can use your calculator to perform basic operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. the calculator history: ► Tap History > Clear history. Note: Tap Keypad to return to the calculator keys. Applications 75 Calculator
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    tan. To use the Scientific calculator: ► If Auto rotate is enabled, turn the device to landscape. - or - If Portrait is enabled, tap Rotate. Note: Auto rotate and Portrait are found in the Quick settings of the Notification panel. For more information, see "Quick Settings" on page 34. Applications
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    to display another month. • Week: Display the current week. Swipe across the screen to display another week. • Day: Display today's schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. • Tasks: Display all tasks. 3. Tap Today to return to the current date. Applications 77 Calendar
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    an event. 3. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save. Share an Event You can share events you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap an event to view it. 3. Tap again to edit it, and tap Share. 4. Choose a sharing method, and follow the prompts. Delete
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    item and is removed once you mark the task as complete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap Menu (by default, the Month and Year are • Set date: Choose a date on the calendar for the task. • My task: Choose a calendar. • Reminder: Set a reminder alert. • Notes: Save a note with your
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    You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap a day on the calendar to view you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow
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    Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Quick settings More settings Show or hide Quick settings Shooting mode Switch cameras Applications Gallery Record video Take a picture 81 Camera and Video
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    . Take Pictures Take pictures with your device's front or rear camera. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic protective covering from the camera lens. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the
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    Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down to take a picture. This is the default action of the Volume key while the camera is active. views of objects. • Download: Download additional shooting modes from the Galaxy Apps store. • Info: Read information about each available camera mode.
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    Rear camera • Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the picture. • Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures. • Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been
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    settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. 2. Quick settings photo: Create a short video by taking pictures. • Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera
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    : Attach a GPS location tag to the picture. • Review pictures: Set to show pictures after taking them. • the camera. Rear camera • Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject selected on the preview screen. • Shooting methods (rear): - Voice control: To take pictures say "smile", "cheese", "capture
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    your picture. Live Broadcast Use YouTube to share what is happening around you. To access the Live broadcast: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast. Note: You need to sign in to your Google Account and enable live broadcasting in your YouTube settings to use this feature
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    recording your Live broadcast. • Stop: End your Live broadcast. Record a Live Broadcast Record and instantly share your videos to YouTube. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast. 2. Tap Invite and select contacts to share your live broadcast with. You also have the option
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    or share the link after you have finished recording and it has been posted to YouTube. To invite contacts before broadcasting: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast. 2. Tap Invite and select contacts or groups to share your Live broadcast with. 3. Tap Save to send
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    Live Broadcast Settings Customize your Live Broadcasts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast. 2. Tap Settings and : Dims the brightness if you broadcast without touching the screen. • Add shortcut on Home screen: Tap to create a shortcut to Live broadcast on the Home
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    Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: • Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. • World clock: View the time of day or
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    event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Date: Choose the day for this alarm. • Time: Set a time for the alarm. • Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm
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    globe. 4. Tap Add city in the pop-up for the city. 5. Repeat to add more cities. To remove a city from the main World clock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap World clock. 3. Find the city to remove, and then tap Delete in the upper right corner of the city entry
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    . • Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero. Timer The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap Timer. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer. The following options are
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    personal accounts, including Google, Email, and your Samsung account. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see "Accounts" on page 202. Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts tab in the Phone app. Although both list the contacts in
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    Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to the new contact. • Enter a name, phone number, email address, assign the contact to a group, and choose a default ringtone
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    contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add more fields to the contact's list of information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Edit. 3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information. 4. Tap
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    contact, and then tap contacts to choose them. 5. Tap Link. Unlink Contacts You can unlink a contact that you previously linked. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap the contact to display it. 3. Tap More > Manage linked contacts. 4. Tap Separate beside contacts to unlink them from
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    favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display together on the Favorites tab in the Phone app. Mark Contacts as Favorites You can mark contacts as Favorites. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Add to Favorites (the star
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    to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group. Create a Group You can create your own contact groups. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap Create. 3. Tap fields to enter information about the group: • Group name: Enter a name for the new
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    then tap a group. 3. Tap Edit and enter a new name. 4. Tap Save. Contacts. Add Contacts to a Group You can add contacts to a group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts you want to add. When finished
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    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 members that have an email tap Send. Delete a Group Preset groups cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap the group to delete
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    Contacts Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications 103 Contacts
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    folder > Email. 2. Follow the prompts to set up your email account. To add an Email account: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap More > Settings > Add account. 3. Enter your email address and password. The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your
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    inbox. • [Account Name]: View email for only one email account. Manage Your Inbox There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email. • Tap a message to read and reply or forward it. • Tap Search to search for key words in your email
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    an email using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email > Compose. 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address or tap Add recipient to select a your email. • Tap More for additional email options. 4. Review your message and tap Send. Applications 106 Email
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    when prompted. Email. Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts. 4. Tap an account to configure
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    a collection of premium content, free of charge. To access Galaxy Essentials: 1. Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget. 2. Follow the prompts to download Galaxy Essentials apps. Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. Applications
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    edit, and manage pictures and videos. Note: Some functions described in this section are folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates a Screenshots folder. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap Menu in the upper left
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    to view it. 4. Tap Play to play the video. Trim Segments of a Video You can trim segments of a video. 1. Select a video, and then tap the screen once to see the video options. 2. Tap Edit, and then tap Trim. 3. Use the sliders at the bottom of the
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    stored on your device. ► While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see the following options: • Auto adjust: Apply adjustments clockwise. - Details: View and edit information about the image, including the date created, location, and properties. - Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images
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    a single image or video, tap Share to send it to others or share it with social network services. Delete Images and Videos You can delete images and videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap More > Edit. 4. Tap images and videos to
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    Internet Access the Internet with a fully‑featured web browser. Access the Internet ► From a Home screen, tap Internet. Apps > Samsung folder > Command Keys The following command keys are available: • Back or Back: Return to the previous page. • Forward: Go forward to a recent page. • Home:
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    address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard. To zoom in or out: ► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom out. Stretch the screen to zoom in. Browser Tabs Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. To open a new tab: ► Tap
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    Bookmarks The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Saved pages, and History. Save and Open Bookmarks Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so that you can access it quickly. To bookmark the current web page: 1. Tap Bookmarks > Add. 2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap Save. To open a
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    your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows. Note: Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab. To enable Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Internet. 2. Tap Tabs. 3. Tap Turn on secret. 4. Tap Create password to
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    , tap Internet. 2. Tap Tabs. 3. Tap Turn off secret. Apps > Samsung folder > Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Internet. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the
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    Memo Use Memo to write and save notes on your device. Compose a Memo You can create memos using the Memo app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo. 2. Tap Create memo and type a memo. Available options include: • Category: Add or change the category. • Tasks: Add tasks. • Image: Insert an
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    for a memo, tap Search. Memo Options You can edit, share, or manage memos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo. 2. While browsing memos, tap More for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move. • Manage categories: Create and manage categories to organize your memos
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    picture, video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider's multimedia message service. Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the screen and indicate when messages are received and their type
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    Messages app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. 2. Tap Compose. 3. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add and add it into your message at the cursor location. 5. Review the message and tap Send. Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the message
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    To view the message: ► Open the Notification panel and tap the message. For more information, see "Notification Panel" on page 32. - or - From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages, and then tap the new message to view it. • To play a multimedia message attachment (audio or video), tap Play. • To
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    2. Tap a message thread, and then tap More > Delete. 3. Tap each message you want to delete or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all messages. 4. Tap Delete and confirm if prompted. Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 1. From
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    Users may choose not to receive Imminent alerts (extreme and severe) and AMBER alerts. Note: Alerts issued by the President cannot be disabled. To disable Imminent and AMBER alerts: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages. 2. Tap More > Settings > Emergency alert settings. 3. Tap Emergency alerts
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    My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. To view files in My Files: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3. Tap a file or folder to open it. File Groups Files
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    Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud storage. Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to. My Files Options Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files. The following options are available
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    activity performed while using/wearing the device, settings of the device, user configuration/user-provided information, placement of the sensor on the body, and other end-user interactions. For more information on proper wear and use, see samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. 1. From a Home screen
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    have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as: • Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity; • Dizziness or loss of consciousness; • Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed; • Ankle swelling
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    have impaired glucose tolerance, also called prediabetes. When in Doubt - Check It Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good
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    device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. Access S Voice You can access S Voice™ from the Apps list. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Voice. 2. Speak a command. 3. Tap Microphone if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command. • Tap Help for
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    S Voice Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the S Voice app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Voice. 2. Tap Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Applications 131 S Voice
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    ™ is the new way to pay with your Samsung Galaxy device. It is simple, secure and works in more stores than any other mobile payment service. Samsung Pay is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. Note: Make sure the NFC feature is enabled on your device. For more information
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    your Samsung Galaxy device. To set up Samsung Pay: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung Pay. 2. Tap Install and follow the prompts. Note: You must log in to your Samsung account or create a new Samsung account to use Samsung Pay. Simple Pay Access Samsung Pay from the Screen off, Lock Screen or
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    , a receipt is sent to your registered email. Use Gift Cards with Samsung Pay Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an expanding selection of your favorite retailers. To view the list of supported retailers: 1. Visit samsung.com/us/samsung-pay. 2. Scroll down to "Gift cards now available on
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    with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or PIN .samsung.com. For more information about Samsung Pay, visit: samsung.com/SamsungPay For Samsung Pay support, visit: samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-
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    Settings Configure your device's connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
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    are a couple of ways to access your device settings. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. - or - Drag down from the Status bar to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Search. • Enter a word or words in the Search field.
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    you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a default list of settings. To edit the Quick settings list: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Edit. • Choose additional settings to display in your Quick settings menu. Settings that are already in the Quick settings
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    to discover and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to connection status: • When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a wireless Access Point, Wi‑Fi active is displayed in the Status bar. • If a
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    select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network. Otherwise, enter a password to connect. Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Network You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network manually. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on
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    menu allows you to set up many of your device's advanced Wi-Fi services. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on. 3. Tap More for options: • Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network. • WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi
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    . Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on. • Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. Tap
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    systems, and Bluetooth‑enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth settings menu to turn your device's Bluetooth on or off. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to
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    for nearby devices that are visible. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them. • To manually perform a new scan, tap Scan. Pair to re-enter a passcode. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and
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    fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device. Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth compatible you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on
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    ) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you have to pair the devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. 3. Tap Settings next to the paired device, and then tap
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    device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi‑Fi. While in Airplane mode, you can use offline applications. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap On/Off to
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    Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Data usage for options: • Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu, and then choose a
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    Networks Control your device's access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Mobile networks for options: • Data roaming: Allow your device to connect to data services while roaming. Significantly higher charges may result. • Network mode: Select
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    NFC to allow your device to exchange data with other NFC devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap NFC and payment. 3. Tap On/Off to turn NFC on. Android Beam When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close
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    purchases on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap NFC and payment. 3. Tap On/Off to turn NFC on. 4. Tap Tap and pay. 5. Tap Payment for the following options: • Choose the app that you want as your default. • Tap If open app supports tap and pay to choose whether you
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    You receive a notification when there are available devices to connect to. Note: This function uses Bluetooth Low Energy scanning even if Bluetooth is turned on your device. To enable nearby device scanning: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More connection settings > Nearby device
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    and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More connection settings > Printing. 3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug‑in to install additional print service drivers. Download
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    Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Note: You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN. For more information, see "Lock Screen and Security" on page 182. Add a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to add a VPN connection to your device. 1.
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    the VPN, and tap Disconnect. Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete the connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN. 3. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. 4. Tap Settings next to the VPN that you want to
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    Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More connection settings > Reset network settings. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Settings 156 More Connection
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    interactions. Change the Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels
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    Set the system volume level and default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. Note: You can also set the Ringtone volume from a Home screen by pressing the Volume key. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Volume and drag the sliders to set
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    Drag the sliders to set the various vibration intensities. Select a Default Ringtone Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Ringtone. 3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it. - or - Tap Add from device storage
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    Change the Notification Sound Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Notification sound and configure the following options: • Default notification sound: Choose a default sound for all
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    time periods you want to enter this mode. To activate Do not disturb mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and automatically at scheduled times. Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
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    and vibration, and tap to enable each option: • Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. • Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you unlock the screen. • Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone to alert, vibrate, or silent. • Charging sound: Play a sound when
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    when the dialing keypad or the keyboard is tapped. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and vibration, and tap to sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Settings 163 Sounds and Vibration
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    enable sound effects when connected to a headset. Note: Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset (not included) is connected. Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sounds and
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    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. • Tap Advanced to configure more notification
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    brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display. 3. Customize options under Brightness: • Tap Auto to allow the device to adjust brightness automatically. • Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level. Note: You can also control
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    , or tap find new fonts from Galaxy Apps. Download fonts to 3. Tap Done to set the font size and style. Enable Icon Backgrounds You can show icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display
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    to turn the feature on. Always On Display Choose an image or information to display instead of turning off the screen. Note: To turn this feature on or off without going to Settings, double tap the screen while it is turned off or while the selected image or information is displayed. 1. From a Home
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    of viewing. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display > Screen mode and choose a screen mode: • Tap Adaptive display if you want your device to automatically optimize the display to match the type of image displayed and other criteria, such as battery level. - or - Choose a specific
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    LED indicator when charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display. 3. Tap On/Off next to LED indicator to enable this feature. Keep Screen Turned Off Prevent the screen from turning on accidentally while the device is in a dark place
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    when the device is docked (dock not included) or while charging. You can choose to display colors or display photos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display > Screensaver. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Screensaver. 4. Configure options: • Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing
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    Manage Game Features Manage useful features while you play games. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Advanced features > Games. 3. Tap On/ during game, lock Recents and Back keys, Minimize game, Screenshot, and Record. Game tools can also access your Contacts, Storage,
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    features. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up the device and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Advanced features. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: • Quick launch
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    as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately. • Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across it, from side to side, keeping in contact with the screen. • Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact
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    this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at . 3. If you have disabled applications: • Tap Menu at the top left of the screen. • Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled. 4. Tap More for the following options:
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    changed. Existing app data is not deleted. Note: Options vary by application. Manage Apps settings, and permissions. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Applications Restart your device if stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly. • Storage:
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    : View battery usage since the last full charge. • Memory: View memory usage. Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen that provides an easier user experience for
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    Application Settings Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Applications. 3. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app: • Calendar • Camera • Contacts • Email • Internet •
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    . You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. To change wallpaper: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. 4. Tap an image to preview it, and then tap Set as wallpaper. • Tap Wallpaper motion
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    . You can apply a theme to your Home or Lock screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Themes. • Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens. • Tap More themes to download additional themes from the Theme Store with your Samsung account. 3. Tap Apply to apply the selected theme
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    , widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. To customize Home screen: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Home screen. - or ­ From a Home screen, either touch and hold an empty space on a screen or pinch the screen. For more information, see "Home Screen" on page 19. Settings 181 Home
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    It is recommended that you secure your device using a Screen lock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level of security: • Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This option provides no security. • Pattern: Create
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    not show notifications 4. Tap Set up to set up and use fingerprints to unlock the device in addition to a PIN, pattern, or password. Tap Later to skip fingerprints setup. 5. Choose a screen lock option: • Info and app shortcuts: Display a dual clock, or information such as the weather, on the Lock
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    in to your Samsung account. Note: Fingerprint recognition cases, the sensor may recognize a fingerprint that is similar to a registered fingerprint. Register a Fingerprint You can register up to three fingerprints. A password is also set up as an alternative to your fingerprint. 1. From a Home screen
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    for secure and fast payments with the Samsung Pay app. • Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or disable fingerprint security. Unknown Sources Enable installation of non-Google Play applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Unknown sources to
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    PIN or password to decrypt your SD card (not included) when you first access it after powering on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Encrypt SD card. 3. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card. Other
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    card PIN and your ordinary screen lock type when unlocking the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts. 3. Tap Lock SIM card to enable the feature. 4. Tap Change SIM card PIN to create
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    Automatically receive security updates. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Security update service options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. - Automatic updates
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    gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage options: • Storage type: Select a storage location for credential
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    Advanced Security Settings Use these options to configure advanced security settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following advanced options: • Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected.
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    any features that require location assistance, you must enable your device's location services. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Privacy and safety > Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined: • GPS, Wi
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    Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Privacy and safety > Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app's settings. Settings 192
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    data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Privacy and safety > Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap Google location history and sign in to your Google Account for more options. App Permissions
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    • Phone • SMS • Storage • Additional permissions 4. Tap On/Off next to each app to enable or disable permissions for that feature. Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen
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    Send SOS Messages Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an emergency situation. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Privacy and safety > Send SOS messages. 3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on and configure the following options: • Send messages
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    and a simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. To enable Easy mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Easy mode. 3. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature. • When Easy mode is enabled, you can swipe down the
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    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessibility for
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    the background. • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen. • Grayscale: Change all colors to gray. • Negative colors:
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    color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Hearing • Sound detectors: Give an alert when a crying : Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. • Google subtitles (CC
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    rotation and hard key functions. Only show application notifications in the Notification panel and the Status bar. More settings • Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in a series of four to eight directions. • Direct access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home key quickly
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    Services Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility services you install may be configured here. Settings 201 Accessibility
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    and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Depending manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > Add account. 3. Tap one of the account
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    Sync all or Sync now to synchronize the account. Note: Sync options and the location of the sync command Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your service provider for more information on your account's settings. 1. From a Home screen
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    Remove an Account You can remove accounts from your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > [Account type]. 3. Tap the account and then tap More > Remove account. Settings 204 Accounts
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    smart switch, and then follow the prompts. Samsung Account Enable backup of your information to your Samsung account. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset for options: Samsung account • Back up my data: Enable back up of your phone log, messages and more through your
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    its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset settings. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Settings 206 Backup and
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    data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset network SD card is not affected. Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is activated. This protects your device in
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    has transferred to your storage area. 2. Log in to your Google Account and confirm your user name and password. To reset your device: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. 3. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset. 4. When the
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    Keyboard You can select a default keyboard for your device's menus and keyboards. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Default keyboard. 3. Select a keyboard. Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store. Settings 209 Language and
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    Keyboard Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: • English(US): Set the keyboard type: Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard. • Add input languages: Choose which languages are available on
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    as Voice Assistant. For more information, see "Accessibility" on page 197. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Text‑to‑speech for options: • Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine
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    Pointer Speed Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed. 3. Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower. 4.
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    power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery for options: • Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting your device's performance, limiting vibration feedback, and restricting location services and most background data. • Ultra power saving
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    (not included). Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage. • Device storage used out of the total space available Other: The space used by app data, downloaded files, and Android system files. Settings 214 Storage
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    view content stored on your device. To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap Internal storage > Cached space. For more information on memory card installation, see "Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card" on page 6. Mount a Memory Card When
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    on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage > SD card. 3. Tap Unmount. 4. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card/Memory card tray, and push until the tray pops out. 5. Remove the memory card from
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    outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Date and time. The following options are available: • Automatic date and time: Receive date and time updates from the wireless network
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    1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: • Download updates manually: Check for software Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device's name. • Additional device information includes the Model number, Android
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SMARTPHONE±
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
device and keep it for future reference.