Samsung Note8 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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    Special Features 1 S Pen 2 Hello Bixby 2 Flexible Security 2 Water and Dust Resistance 3 Getting Started 4 Set Up Your Device 5 Assemble Your Device 6 Start Using Your Device 10 S Pen 15 Learn About Your Device 17 Front View 18 ii Back View 20 Navigation 21 Home Screen
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    92 Gallery 93 Google Apps 98 Internet 101 Messages 105 My Files 109 PEN.UP 111 Phone 112 Samsung Connect 121 Samsung Gear 121 Samsung Health 122 Samsung Notes 124 Samsung Pay 126 Samsung 129 Secure Folder 129 U.S. Cellular Apps 130 Settings 133 How to Use Settings
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    Connections 135 Wi-Fi 136 Bluetooth 139 Phone Visibility 141 Data Usage 142 Airplane Mode 144 NFC and Payment 144 Mobile Hotspot 145 Tethering 148 Mobile Networks 149 Location 149 Nearby Device Scanning 150 Printing 151 MirrorLink 151 Download Booster 152 Virtual
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    168 Status Bar 168 Screen Timeout 168 Block Accidental Touches 168 Screen Saver 169 Smart Stay 169 One-Handed Mode 170 Device Maintenance 171 Quick Optimization 172 Battery 172 Performance Mode 173 Storage 174 Memory 176 Language and Input 176 Date and Time 180 Report
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    183 Lock Screen and Security 184 Screen Lock Types 185 Lock Screen and AOD Settings 186 Samsung Pass 187 Find My Mobile 187 Unknown Sources 188 Secure Folder 188 App Permission Monitor 188 Secure Startup 188 Encrypt SD Card 189 View Passwords 189 Security Update Service 189
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    Manage Game Features 204 Device Assistance App 204 Dual Messenger 205 About Phone 205 Getting Help 206 Videos 207 Simulators 207 Tips 207 Samsung Care 207 Legal 208 Legal Information 209 Table of Contents vii
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    Special Features Learn about your mobile device's special features.
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    information, see "S Pen Functions" on page 36. Hello Bixby Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help you understand your settings and set up your Samsung device. For more information, see "Bixby" on page 47. Flexible Security Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device. Face
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    also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see "Fingerprint Scanner" on page 51. can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see "Iris Scanner" on page 53. Water
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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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    Set Up Your Device Learn how to set up your device for the first time.
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    Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Install the SIM Card and a Memory Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details. Warning: Small components such as
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    comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging. Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging. 1. Insert the USB cable into the USB
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    approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device 's display. A solid color ( ) indicates a full charge. While charging, the device and the charger may become hot when
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    place foreign materials between the device and the wireless charger. Micro-USB Connector You can use a Micro-USB cable to connect your device to a computer with the included Micro-USB connector. Note: The Micro-USB connector does not support On-the-Go USB accessories. AFCadhsaatrpgtiinveg Reverse
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    off: 1. Press and hold the Power key. 2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted. Lock or Unlock Your Device Use your device's screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. To lock the device: ► Press the Power key. The default
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    screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose location services, learn about your device's features Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service
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    FRP security feature. Disable Factory Reset Protection To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts > Google. 3. Tap More options > Remove account. Samsung Account Create a Samsung account
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    To set up an email account on your device, use Accounts settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts. 3. the Smart Switch app. Old Device New Galaxy Set Up Your Device Note: The USB option must be set to Media device (MTP) on the
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    use Smart Switch: 1. Select Smart Switch during setup. - or - From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Smart Switch. 2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information and to learn how to use
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    for convenient access. 1. Push the S Pen inward and release it. 2. Slide the S Pen out the rest of the way using the notch on the end of the S Pen. S Pen button Note: To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the S Pen slot and opening are both
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    Replace the S Pen Tip You can replace the tip of the S Pen with the included kit. To replace the tip: 1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip. 2. Insert the new pen tip and press until it clicks in place. Set Up Your Device 16
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    Learn About Your Device Learn 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.
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    Front View Earpiece Proximity sensors Iris detection LED Volume keys Bixby key Front camera Iris scanner Power key Learn About Your Device S Pen Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 18
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    a specific range from the body. • Power key - Press to turn the screen on or off. - Press and hold to select a power control option. - "Bixby" on page 47. • S Pen - Detach the S Pen stylus for a variety of helpful functions. For more information, see "S Pen Functions" on page 36. Learn About Your
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    Back View Microphone Dual camera Heart rate sensor Flash Fingerprint sensor Speaker Headset jack Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Learn About Your Device Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 20
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    note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen across the screen. • Swipe the screen to unlock the device. • Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options
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    share. • Delete: Tap to select items to delete. • Share: Tap to select items to share, and then choose a sharing method. • Edit: Tap to customize the screen. • On/Off: Tap to turn the option on ( ) or off ( ). • Menu: Tap to view available options for the field. Learn About Your Device 22
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    to display the Navigation bar. Navigation Bar Settings You can configure the Navigation bar background color and button layout. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Navigation bar for the following settings: • Show and hide button: Add a button on the left
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    Adjust the amount of pressure needed to touch and hold Home by moving the slider. • Unlock with Home button: Touch and hold Home while the screen is off to skip the Lock screen and go directly to the Home screen. • Button layout: Choose the order of the navigation keys. Learn About Your Device 24
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    Home Screen Status bar Edge panel handle Recent apps Home screen indicator App shortcuts Back Home Learn About Your Device Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 25
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    Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status Icons Battery full
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    Notification Icons Missed call Call in progress Call on hold New email New Gmail™ New voicemail New message File download in progress File upload in progress Wi-Fi available App updates available App updates complete Learn About Your Device 27
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    To align shortcuts into a line at the top of a screen, tap Align top. • To align shortcuts into a line at the bottom of a screen, tap Align bottom. • To remove a Home screen, tap Remove. • To set a screen as the main Home screen, tap Main. This screen is displayed when you tap Home. • To change the
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    themes. 4. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme. Icons Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Wallpapers and themes > Icons to customize. • Tap an icon set to preview and download it to My icons. 3. Tap View all to see
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    application extensions that run on a Home screen. To 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. To remove a widget from a Home screen: 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
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    . • Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from a Home screen. To move a shortcut from one Home screen to another: 1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it. 2. Drag the app shortcut to a new Home screen, and then release it. Learn About Your Device 31
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    1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted. 2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Enter folder name: Enter a name for the folder. • Palette: Change the color. • Add apps: Place more apps in the folder
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    Notification Panel Settings Quick settings View all Notification cards Learn About Your Device Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 33
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    close the Notification panel. You can also open or close the Notification panel by swiping up or down on the fingerprint sensor. To enable this feature: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Finger sensor gestures. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this
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    Quick Settings 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 and customize the Quick settings that display: 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Drag
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    Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content or view information about an item on the screen. The following Air view features are available: icon or a button. Note: The preview function is only available when the S Pen's on‑screen pointer is a solid color. Direct Pen Input When entering text,
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    near the screen, showing available actions. • Screen off memo: Create Screen off memos by detaching the S Pen while the screen is turned off and then writing on the screen. Screen off memos are saved in Samsung Notes. Air Command • Shortcuts: Configure the Air Command menu with S Pen features, apps
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    information for the S Pen features. Air Command To launch the Air command menu: 1. Tap Air command. - or - Hold the S Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears, and then press the S Pen button once. 2. Tap an option: • Create note: Launch a new note in the Samsung Notes app. • View all
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    Smart select feature provides a capture tool to collect content on a screen. You can then add it to your Gallery app or share it with your contacts. To launch the Smart select tool: Create Note Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes app. For more information, see "Samsung Notes" on page
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    or draw on them. To use Screen Write: 1. Tap Air command > Screen write. 2. The current screen is captured, and a pen tool appears. The following editing tools are provided: • Pen: Draw on the screenshot. Press the Pen icon a second time to change the pen tip, size, and color, and to save presets
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    . To access Translate: 1. Tap Air command > Translate. 2. Tap the source and target languages to change them to the desired languages. 3. Hover the S Pen over a word. • Tap Sound to hear the word pronounced in the source language. 4. Tap Close to close Translate. Add Shortcuts You can customize the
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    left or right to view other panels. To configure Edge panels: 1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle to the center of the screen, and then tap Edge panel settings. 2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. The following options are available: • Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel. • Edit
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    : Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge screen handle. - Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Create app pair. • To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from the left side of the screen on top of an app in the columns on the right. • To change the order of the
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    > Edge lighting. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. 4. Choose one of the following options: • When screen is on: Show Edge lighting only when the screen is on. • When screen is off: Show Edge lighting only when the screen is off. • Always: Show Edge lighting at all times. Learn About Your
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    , and transparency of the Edge lighting feature. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Edge screen > Edge lighting. 3. Tap Advanced settings to customize: • Color: Choose between Basic color, App color, or a Custom color. • Width: Drag the Width slider to
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    About Edge Screen You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge screen feature. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Edge screen > About Edge screen. Learn About Your Device 46
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    Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help you understand your settings and set up your Samsung device. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/ owners/app/Bixby. To launch Bixby Home: ► Press the Bixby key. - or - From a Home screen, swipe right. Learn About Your Device 47
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    and message alerts, check the time and date, and view other customized information without unlocking your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Always On Display. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature, and then set the following options
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    AOD Themes Apply custom themes for Always On Display. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Wallpapers and themes > AOD to customize. • Tap an AOD to preview and download it to My Always On Display. 3. Tap View all to see
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    passwords in certain apps. You can set the device to use Face Recognition to unlock the screen by recognizing your face. • Face recognition is less secure than a pattern, PIN, or password. Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image. • Some conditions may affect
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    the following options: • Remove face data: Delete existing faces. • Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts using face recognition. • Face unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or disable face recognition security. • Face unlock when screen turns on: Unlock your device with face recognition as soon as the
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    your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Fingerprint scanner for the • Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts using your fingerprint. • Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprints to make payments quickly and securely. • Fingerprint unlock:
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    -35 cm (~10-14 inches) away for optimum recognition. Note: The Iris scanner is not intended to be used as preventative purposes. Please follow all instructions for use of this feature. For best results, remove support content or visit samsung.com/us/irisscanner. Learn About Your Device 53
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    : Use your irises to verify your identity using Internet and other supported apps. • Samsung Pay: Use your irises to make payments quickly and securely. • Iris unlock: Enable to unlock the device using your irises. • Iris unlock when screen turns on: Unlock your phone with your irises as soon as the
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    window is not available for all apps. Use Multi Window Apps that support Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their display on the screen. 1. From any screen, touch and hold Recent apps. 2. Tap Multi window in the title bar
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    area of the active window to dock at the top of the screen. • Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. • screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Multi window. • To use Recent apps to change the open app from full screen view to split screen
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    . Predictive text Options Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Touch and hold Options for the following: Voice input: Enter text using Samsung voice input. Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text. Live message: Record an animated drawing or written message. Clipboard: Access the
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    , swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > General management > Language and input > On-screen keyboard > Samsung keyboard for options. • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the
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    . 2. Tap Settings > General management > Language and input > On-screen keyboard > Samsung voice input for options. • Keyboard language: Choose the language for the keyboard. • Voice input language: Select the language for Samsung voice input. • Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive words
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    power by: • Restricting application usage to only essential applications and those you select. • Turning off Mobile data when the screen is off. • Turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®. Activate Emergency Mode To activate Emergency mode: 1. Press and hold the Power key
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    , 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated cellular service. • More options: - Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and Choose apps to remove from the screen. - Manage emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of Emergency) group contacts. -
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    Apps Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
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    apps, you can add a shortcut to the Apps list on the Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap More options > Settings > Apps Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/galaxy-apps to
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    apps can only be disabled, not uninstalled. • Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden from view. To uninstall an app: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app to open the options menu. 3. Tap Uninstall and confirm when prompted. Organize Apps App shortcuts
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    . 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted. 3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Enter folder name: Name the folder. • Palette: Change the folder color. • Add apps
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    at the top left of the screen, and then choose All apps, Enabled, or Disabled. 4. Tap More options for the following options: • Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size or name. • Default apps: Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain features, like email or browsing the Internet
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    stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly. • Mobile data: View mobile data usage. • Battery: View the app as a default for a certain category of apps. Note: Options vary by application. Apps 67
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    to view the result. 5. Tap Clear to clear the results. View Calculator History You can view and clear your Calculator history. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calculator > History. • To return to the calculator, tap Keypad. • To clear the calculator history, tap Clear history
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    Scientific Calculator The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. To use the Scientific calculator: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calculator, and turn the device to landscape view. • If Auto rotate is not enabled, tap Rotate screen. Apps 69
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    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access a calendar view: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap screen to display another year. • Month: Display the current month. Swipe across the screen screen to display another week. • Day: Display today's schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen
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    an event. 3. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save. Delete an Event You can delete events you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calendar, and tap an event to edit it. 3. Tap Delete. Confirm when prompted. Share an Event You can share
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    You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calendar, and tap a settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Calendar > More options > Settings. 3. Tap
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    Camera and Video Settings Flash Full view Switch cameras Zoom Gallery Take a picture Record video Apps Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 73
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    Camera Shortcut Open the Camera by quickly pressing the Power key twice. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features. 3. Tap Quick launch camera to enable. Take Pictures Take pictures with your device's front or rear camera. If you have a memory card installed
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    online, discover new places nearby, translate text, and more. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Camera > Bixby Vision and follow the prompts the picture. • Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures. Apps 75
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    rate is automatically adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device. • Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food. Front camera • Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect. • Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie
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    light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture. Front camera • Picture size: Select a or self-recording as viewed on the camera screen, not as flipped images. • Shooting methods: - Tap screen: Tap the screen to take selfies. - Show palm: Hold
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    rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter GPS location tag to the picture. • Review pictures: Set to show pictures after taking extra camera button that you can move anywhere on the screen in Auto and Selfie modes. • Volume key function:
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    setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock, and tap a tab to use a feature: • Alarm: Set an alarm to notified. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock > Add alarm. 3. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Date: Choose the day for this
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    World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. To list a city on the main World clock screen: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock > World clock. 3. Tap Add city. 4. Tap Search and enter the name of the city. 5. Tap the city
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    clock. • 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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Clock > Timer. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer. The
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    your accounts through your device, see "Add an Account" on page 194. Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts tab in the Phone app. Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts > Create contact, and then
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    can add more fields to the contact's list of information. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to it to a message, or save it to a storage location. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
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    contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can manually back them up to an optional installed memory card for re-import if needed. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts > More options > Manage contacts. 3. Tap Import/Export contacts
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    Favorites When you mark contacts as favorites, they are grouped together at the top of the contacts list. To mark contacts as Favorites: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to select it. 3. Tap Details. 4. Tap Add to Favorites (the star brightens
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    group, and then tap Done. 4. Tap Save. Add or Remove Group Contacts You can add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts > More options > Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap Edit. • To add a contact, tap Add member, and then
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    to a Group You can send an email to members of a group. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts > More options > Groups, and then 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
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    Contacts Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Contacts > More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Apps 88
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    email using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Email > Compose new email. 3. Tap the To field to manually add an email address or tap Add from Contacts to your email. • Tap More options for additional email options. 5. Review your message and tap Send. Apps 89
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    view email you receive for multiple accounts, or you can view email accounts individually. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Email. 3. Tap Mailbox at the top left of the screen to choose a different view: • [Account name]: View email for only one email account. • All accounts
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    . 5. Tap Remove. Confirm when prompted. Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Email. 3. Tap Mailbox > Settings. • Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts. • Tap an
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    and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Galaxy Apps. Apps 92
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    pictures on your device. When another app, such as Email, saves a picture, a Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Gallery, and tap Pictures, Albums, or Stories to choose the way items are displayed. 3. Tap a picture to
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    . • Draw: Make drawings on the picture. 3. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted. Play Video You can play videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Gallery, and tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. 4. Tap Play video to play
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    screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Video enhancer. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. Edit Video You can trim segments of a video. 1. From a Home screen others or share them with social network services. - or - While viewing a single picture or video, tap Share
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    Direct Share Share content with specific people directly using the sharing panel from within any app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Direct share, and tap On/Off to enable. Once enabled, contacts you have shared with in the past will appear
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    , swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: • Smart capture: Capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately. • Palm
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    and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Chrome. Visit support.google.com/chrome to learn more about Chrome™. Drive Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs™ and files. 1. From
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    current location and get directions and other location-based information. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Maps. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see "Location" on page 149. Photos
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    play.google.com/store/movies to learn more. Play Music Play music and audio files on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Play Music. Visit support.google.com/music to learn more. Play Store Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games
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    featured web browser. To access the Internet: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung page. • Home: Display your Internet Home screen. • Bookmarks: Manage bookmarked pages, saved that are currently open. Quick Menu Access common features of your browser. ► Tap • • •
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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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    windows. Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab. To turn on Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. 3. Tap Tabs. 4. Tap Turn on secret mode. 5. Tap Set password to protect your Secret mode data with a password
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    Tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode. Internet Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Internet. 3. Tap More options > Settings. 4. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Apps 104
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    device. Types of Messages The Samsung Messages app provides the following message types: • Text Messages (SMS) • Multimedia Messages (MMS) The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to
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    . • To manually enter a recipient To add emoticons to your message, tap Emoticon. 5. Review the message and tap Send. Note: If you exit a message before you send it, screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Send SOS messages, and then tap On/Off to enable this feature
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    to select all messages. 4. Tap Delete and confirm when prompted. Message Search You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Messages > Search. 3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap Search on the
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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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Messages > More options > Settings > Emergency alert settings
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    Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. To view files in My Files: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > My Files. 3. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 4. Tap a file or folder to open it. File Groups
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    for cloud storage. My Files Options Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > My Files. The following options are available: • Search: Search for a file or folder. • More options: Tap for the
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    on other creations, or just browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection. This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble or paint. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > PEN.UP. Apps 111
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    Phone More options Apps Voicemail Hide the keypad Call Devices and software are constantly evolving - the illustrations you see here are for reference only. 112
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    Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. From Contacts Swipe a contact or number to the right to make a call or send a message. To enable this feature: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Swipe to call or send messages. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this
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    Calls Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to your ear. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Direct call, and tap On/Off to enable. Decline a Call ► On the incoming call
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    volume to the incoming audio. Multitask If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by Call on the Status , view a recent email, or locate a picture. To return to the call screen: ► Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap
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    's name is displayed. Save a Contact from a Recent Call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Tap Recents. 3. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list. 4. Tap Details. 5. Tap
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    can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their 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 options > Speed dial. 3. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from
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    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 Call
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    be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller. The rest of the phone remains secured. 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call
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    Place a Multi-Party Call If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress. 1. From the active hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing). Phone Settings To access settings: ► From a Home screen, tap Phone > More options > Settings. Apps 120
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    devices by looking at the dashboard. Note: Non-Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for support. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung Connect, and sign in with your
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    , and other end-user interactions. For more information on proper wear and use, visit samsung.com/us/heartratesensor. To access Samsung Health: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung Health, and read and accept the terms and conditions. 3. Set up your health
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    before engaging in an exercise routine, you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. 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. Apps 123
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    to write and save notes. Compose a Note You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung Notes. 3. Tap Create and type a note. Available options include: • Text: Use the keyboard to type text. • Pen: Use your finger or
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    You can edit, share, or manage notes. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung Notes. 3. While browsing notes, tap More options for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move. • Sort by: Change the way notes are organized. • List/Grid
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    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, see "NFC and Payment" on page 144
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    quickly and conveniently whenever you have your device with you. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Samsung Pay. - or - From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. 2. Select a card to pay with and authorize payments by scanning your finger on the fingerprint
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    , see "Find My Mobile" on page 187. For more information about Samsung Pay, visit samsung.com/us/samsung-pay. For Samsung Pay support, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay. Secure Your Information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent
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    + Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Samsung folder > Samsung+. Visit samsung.com/us/samsung-plus to learn more. Secure Folder Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. 1. From
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    or contact your service provider for additional information. Amazon Shopping Shop at amazon.com™ from your device. ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps > Amazon shopping. City ID See the city and state of incoming calls with this enhanced caller ID feature. City
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    text, pictures, or audio notes. Create Quick Notes or review and edit shared OneNote® notebooks using OneDrive. ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps > Microsoft folder > OneDrive. PowerPoint View, create, and edit presentations on your device. You can unlock the full PowerPoint® experience
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    documents on your device. You can unlock the full Word experience with an Office 365 subscription. ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps > Microsoft folder > Word. Your Navigator Deluxe Obtain turn-by-turn driving directions (including voice guided turn-by-turn directions) with GPS accuracy
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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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    panel, and then tap Settings. Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Search. • Enter a word or words in the Search field. As you type, settings
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    Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
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    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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi‑Fi, and then tap On
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    target wireless Access Point. Wi‑Fi Options The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device's advanced Wi-Fi services. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. 3. Tap Advanced for options
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    a Wi-Fi network. Connect to a Device with Wi‑Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. • Wi-Fi must be on
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    a Wi-Fi Direct device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings having to re-enter a passcode. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections so that your device can find it. Refer to the instructions that came with the device to find out how to
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    Device Once you have paired your device to another device, you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. 3. Tap Settings next to the previously
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    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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. 3. Tap Settings next to the paired
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    and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. Your service provider may account for data usage differently. Turn Data data in the background, as well as reduce the frequency of data use. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Data usage > Data saver. 3.
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    data usage warning amount, and then tap Set to save. Additional Data Usage Options Configure more options for mobile data usage. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Data usage. The following options are available: • Billing cycle and data warning: Set the
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    such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap On
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    other devices to use your device's Internet connection. Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service account in order to use Mobile hotspot. Warning: Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections
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    Mobile hotspot password on the target device. Change the Mobile Hotspot Password You can change your Mobile hotspot password. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap the password and enter a new password
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    Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Mobile hotspot is active, your device's applications use the Mobile hotspot data service. Roaming while using your device as a Mobile hotspot incurs extra data charges. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to
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    Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap Wi‑Fi sharing to enable this feature. Tethering You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your device's Internet connection with a computer. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Mobile hotspot and
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    . Location Some apps may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. Locating Method To use any features that require location assistance, you must enable location services. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Location
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    Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > Location. 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 4. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app's settings. Location
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    Download plug‑in, and follow the prompts to add a print service. MirrorLink Mirror your device's display on your car's entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. Note: To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink. 1. Connect your device to your car's system using
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    Fi and 4G LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. Note: Download booster uses mobile data services. To turn on Download booster: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection settings > Download booster. 3. Tap On/Off
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    Your VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting to and disconnecting from the VPN is easy. To connect to a VPN: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect
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    Sounds and Vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
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    : Mute all sounds and notifications. Easy Mute Mute sounds and video by covering the screen or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Easy mute, and tap On/Off to enable. Vibrations Configure your device's vibrations. Vibrate
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    , and feedback. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap vibration patterns or create your own pattern. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds media volume by default. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and
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    PIN to prevent unauthorized users from changing this setting. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and vibration > Tap More options > Media volume limiter. • Tap On/Off to enable this feature. - When enabled, drag the Custom volume limit slider to set the maximum
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    file as a ringtone. Notification Sounds Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and vibration > Notification sounds and configure the following options: • Default notification sound
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    2. Tap Settings > Sounds 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. Settings 159
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    charger is connected. • Vibration feedback: Enable vibration when the navigation keys are tapped. Key-Tap Feedback Play tones when the dialing keypad or the keyboard is tapped. 1. From a Home screen the Samsung keyboard is tapped. • Keyboard vibration: Enable vibrations when the Samsung keyboard
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    You can choose to have an app play sound on a speaker or headphones separate from the rest of the sounds on your phone. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Sounds and vibration > Separate app sound. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Separate app sound, and then set the
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    Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations.
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    individually. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. screen while Do not disturb is turned on. Smart Alert Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features
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    Display Configure your display's brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings.
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    Light Filter Use the Blue light filter at night to help you sleep better. You can set a schedule to automatically turn this feature on and off. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Blue light filter, and then choose one of the following options: • Tap Turn on
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    up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Screen resolution and choose a screen resolution level. 3. Tap Apply to change the resolution. Screen Zoom and Font You can set the screen zoom level and the font size and style. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display
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    which apps you want to use in the full screen aspect ratio. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Full screen apps and tap apps to enable or disable this feature. Easy Mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has
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    , swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > LED indicator to turn the feature on or off. Status Bar Configure display options for the Status bar. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Status bar. • Tap Show recent notifications only to display only
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    . You can choose to display colors or photos. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Display > Screen saver. 3. Tap On/Off to enable Screen saver. 4. Configure options: • Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors. • Photo table: Display pictures in
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    device with one hand. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > One‑handed mode. 3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following: • Gesture: Swipe up diagonally from either bottom corner to reduce the display size. • Button: Tap Home three times in
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    Device Maintenance View the status of your device's battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device's system resources.
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    from memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. • Scanning for malware. To use the quick optimization feature: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Device maintenance. 3. Tap Optimize now. Battery View how battery power is used
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    • More options > Advanced settings: Configure advanced battery settings and notifications. Performance Mode Optimize your device's performance features to best fit your usage. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Device maintenance > Performance mode. Choose one of the
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    , swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Device maintenance > Storage. To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Device maintenance > Storage. 3. Tap Clean now and follow the prompts. Memory Card (SD Card) Once an optional memory
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    your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Device maintenance > Storage. 3. Tap More options > Storage settings. 4. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, tap
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    , tap Clean now and follow the prompts. • The selected apps and services in the list will be closed. Language and Input Configure your device's an app does not support your default language then it will move to the next supported language in your list. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access
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    select a default keyboard for your device's menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > General management > Language and input. 3. Tap Default keyboard, and select a keyboard. Google Voice
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    to enable or disable. Physical Keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device (Sold separately). 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > General management > Language and input. 3. Tap Physical keyboard, and then choose an option
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    Recognition Change the language used for handwriting recognition in Samsung Notes. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings
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    , you can to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > General management > Date and time. The following options are available: • Automatic date and time: Receive date and time updates from the
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    about your device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > General management > Report diagnostic information. 3. Read and accept the consent information to enable this feature. Reset Reset device and network settings. You can
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    stored on an external SD card is not affected. Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on settings with the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) feature activated, you must enter the user name and password. To reset your device: 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings >
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    Update Check for and install available software updates for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Software update for the following options: • Download updates manually: Check for software updates. • Scheduled software updates: Resume an update that was
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    Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings.
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    icon. 4. Tap Done when finished. 5. Configure the following screen lock options: • Smart Lock: Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is required for this feature. • Secure lock settings: Customize your secure lock settings
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    , see "Fingerprint Scanner" on page 51. • Iris scanner: Use iris recognition to unlock the screen. For more information, see "Iris Scanner" on page 53. Lock Screen and AOD Settings Configure display settings for the Lock screen. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock
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    Pass to access your favorite services with biometric data. You must sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Pass. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Samsung Pass. 3. Follow the prompts to sign to your Samsung account and add your
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    and apps to enhance security. You must sign in to your Samsung account in order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Secure Folder and follow the prompts to secure content
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    feature on. Security Update Service Automatically receive security updates. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Security update service options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually
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    or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following options: • Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents. • View
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    are connected. - To view Trust agents, set up a secured screen lock (Password, PIN, or Pattern). For more information, see "Set a Secure Screen Lock" on page 185. • Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of your device. • Usage data access: View the
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    Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
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    screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Samsung Cloud. • If a Samsung for supported apps using your Samsung Cloud Samsung account): Sync contact info. - Calendar (Samsung account): Sync your events and tasks. - Samsung Notes: Sync your notes and categories. - Samsung
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    on frequently asked questions. - Contact us: Contact Samsung. My Profile Manage your personal information and Samsung account details. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > My Profile. • If a Samsung account has not been added, follow the prompts to
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    for all accounts of the same type. 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, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts
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    then tap More options > Remove account. Backup and Restore Back up your data to your Samsung or Google accounts. Samsung Account Enable backup of your information to your Samsung account. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Backup and restore for
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    Enable backup of your information to your Google account. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts settings. Available options depend on your Google account. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Google, and select an
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    Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please contact us at [email protected].
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    zoom and font: Configure the screen zoom level and font size and style. • High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background. • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between
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    Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen if you are color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Hearing You can turn on Accessibility features . • Flash notification: Set the camera light or screen to blink whenever you receive a notification. • Mute
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    stereo to mono for use with one earphone. Dexterity and Interaction You can turn on Accessibility features to assist with dexterity and interaction aspects of the device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Accessibility > Dexterity and interaction, and tap an option
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    accessibility features for your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Accessibility, and tap an option: • Text‑to‑speech: Set your preferred TTS engine and options. For more information, see "Text-to-Speech Options" on page 179. • Direction lock: Unlock the screen
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    Other Settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.
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    View your device's user manual on your device. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Help. Manage Game Features Automatically arranges all your games in one place. 1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Games > Game launcher
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    Home screen, swipe up to access Apps. 2. Tap Settings > Advanced features > Dual messenger. 3. Tap On/Off next to supported apps to enable the feature for View legal notices and other legal information, including your embedded Samsung legal information. • Device name: View and change your device
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    Getting Help Additional resources for your device.
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    Videos samsung.com/spsn Simulators samsungsimulator.com Tips samsung.com/us/support/tips/galaxy Samsung Care samsung.com/us/support Getting Help 207
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    Legal View legal information for your device.
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    INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE. Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. ("Samsung"). You can opt out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by emailing optout
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    About device" or "About phone" section, for example: • Settings > About phone or About device or About tablet > Legal information > Samsung legal • Or, use the Search feature to search for "Legal". Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the
  • Samsung Note8 | User Manual - Page 218
    source licenses. To obtain the source code covered under the open source licenses, please visit: opensource.samsung.com HEVC Patents Covered by Patents at patentlist.hevcadvance.com THIS PRODUCT IS SOLD WITH A LIMITED IS DEEMED ACCEPTANCE OF THE LIMITED AUTHORITY TO USE AS NOTED ABOVE. Legal 211
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    of any law, rule, specification or contract pertaining thereto. Nothing contained in the User 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 the
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    may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance CAUTION! To avoid electric wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle device, charger or cords with wet hands while charging. This device is rated IP68 using the
  • Samsung Note8 | User Manual - Page 221
    Note: . Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues. • faster. 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
  • Samsung Note8 | User Manual - Page 222
    • To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, if an S Pen is available for use, verify it is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. • The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water or in other liquids. Restricting
  • Samsung Note8 | User Manual - Page 223
    files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files. Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. The actual available capacity of the internal the device. Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying services/features. Legal 216
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SM ARTPHO N E
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.