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Page 1: ...SI MSUNG GalaxyA6 User manual ...

Page 2: ... storage 1 Getting started 2 Galaxy A6 3 Set up your device 4 Charge the battery 5 Accessories 5 Start using your device 5 Use the Setup Wizard 5 Transfer data from an old device 6 Lock or unlock your device 7 Accounts 7 Set up voicemail 8 Navigation 9 ATT_A600A_EN_UM_TN_TD5_061220_FINAL ...

Page 3: ...ng and parental controls 24 Biometric security 25 Multi window 28 Enter text 29 Emergency mode 32 Apps 34 Using apps 35 Uninstall or disable apps 35 Search for apps 35 Sort apps 35 Create and use folders 36 App settings 36 Samsung apps 38 Galaxy Essentials 38 Galaxy Store 38 Galaxy Wearable 38 ...

Page 4: ...ung Members 38 SmartThings 39 Calculator 40 Calendar 41 Camera 43 Clock 48 Contacts 53 Email 58 Gallery 61 Internet 65 Messages 68 My Files 70 Phone 72 Samsung Health 80 Samsung Notes 82 Google apps 84 Chrome 84 Drive 84 Duo 84 ...

Page 5: ...ogle Pay 85 Maps 85 Photos 85 Play Movies TV 85 Play Music 85 Play Store 86 YouTube 86 Carrier apps 87 AT T ProTech 87 AT T Smart Wi Fi 87 Call Protect 87 Device Help 87 DIRECTV 87 Mobile Security 87 myAT T 87 Secure Family 88 Setup Transfer 88 ...

Page 6: ...ttings 90 Connections 90 Wi Fi 90 Bluetooth 92 Phone visibility 93 NFC and payment 94 Airplane mode 95 Mobile networks 95 Data usage 95 Mobile hotspot 97 Tethering 99 Nearby device scanning 99 Connect to a printer 99 Virtual Private Networks 100 Private DNS 100 Sounds and vibration 101 ...

Page 7: ...103 System sounds and vibration 103 Dolby Atmos 103 Equalizer 104 Headset audio options 104 Adapt sound 104 Separate app sound 105 Notifications 106 Manage notifications 106 Block app notifications 106 Smart alert 106 Smart pop up view 107 Display 107 Screen brightness 107 Blue light filter 107 ...

Page 8: ...reen apps 109 Screen timeout 109 Accidental touch protection 109 Touch sensitivity 109 Show charging information 110 Screen saver 110 Reduce animations 110 One handed mode 111 Device maintenance 111 Quick optimization 111 Battery 112 Storage 112 Memory 113 Advanced options 114 Language and input 114 ...

Page 9: ...22 Find My Mobile 122 Security update 123 Samsung Pass 123 Install unknown apps 123 Secure Folder 124 Secure startup 124 Encrypt or decrypt SD card 124 Password for factory data reset 125 Set up SIM card lock 125 View passwords 125 Device administration 126 Credential storage 126 Advanced security settings 126 Permission manager 127 ...

Page 10: ... 129 Account settings 129 Remove an account 130 Backup and restore 130 Google settings 131 Accessibility 131 Screen Reader 131 Visibility enhancements 132 Hearing enhancements 133 Interaction and dexterity 134 Advanced settings 136 Installed services 137 About Accessibility 137 Other settings 137 Help 137 ...

Page 11: ...ual Messenger 137 About phone 138 Learn more 139 Videos 139 Samsung Care 139 Talk to an agent 139 Tips 139 Legal information 140 Notice from AT T 141 Samsung Knox 141 Restricting children s access to your mobile device 142 ...

Page 12: ...e 23 Camera The camera on your device has several unique features See Camera on page 43 Dark mode Use a darker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night See Dark mode on page 108 Security Use biometrics to unlock your device See Biometric security on page 25 Expandable storage Expand storage with a supported microSD card See Memory card on page 112 ...

Page 13: ...Getting started Galaxy A6 Set up your device Start using your device 2 ...

Page 14: ...ume keys USB charger Accessory port Flash Rear camera Power key Headphone jack SIM microSD card tray Microphone Microphone Proximity Light sensors Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ...to the tray with the gold contacts facing down Charge your device Before turning on your device charge it fully Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries if applicable that are approved by Samsung Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life Using ot...

Page 16: ...ppear after you have connected an accessory to your device Visit samsung com us mobile mobile accessories to learn more From Settings tap Advanced features Accessories Start using your device Use the Power key to turn your device on Do not use the device if the body is cracked or broken Use the device only after it has been repaired Press and hold the Power key to turn the device on To turn the de...

Page 17: ...ndars and more from your old device Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable Wi Fi or computer Visit samsung com us support owners app smart switch to learn more 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Smart Switch 2 Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer Visit samsung com smartswitch for more information ...

Page 18: ...reen locks see Lock screen and security on page 121 Power key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then drag your finger across the screen to unlock Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Accounts Set up and manage your accounts TIP Accounts may support email calendars contacts and other features See your carrier for more informa...

Page 19: ...sung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Accounts 2 Tap Add account Samsung account TIP To quickly access your Samsung account from Settings tap Samsung account profile Add an email account Sign in to one or more of your email accounts to view and manage email messages 1 From Settings ...

Page 20: ...ve stylus Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap an item to select it l Double tap an image to zoom in or out ...

Page 21: ...ransfer f Settings Cable charging 0 Devices X llllliiiill Getting started 10 Swipe Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly drag your finger across the screen l Swipe the screen to unlock the device l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options ...

Page 22: ...nd software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place it in a new location ...

Page 23: ...olving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in ...

Page 24: ... software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen ...

Page 25: ... Messages Settings My Files Ill 0 Getting started 14 Navigation bar You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 26: ...able the feature 2 Tap an option to customize l More options Choose a gesture type and sensitivity l Gesture hints Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located l Show button to hide keyboard Show an icon on the bottom right corner of the screen to hide the keyboard when the phone is in portrait mode Customize your home screen The Home screen is the starting point ...

Page 27: ...in the Gallery app Wallpaper services Enable additional features including guide page and Dynamic Lock screen Explore more wallpapers Find and download more wallpapers from Galaxy Themes 3 Tap a picture or video to choose it If choosing a single picture choose which screen or screens you want to apply the wallpaper to Videos and multiple pictures can only be applied to the Lock screen If choosing ...

Page 28: ...n icon set to preview and download it to My icons 4 Tap Navigation drawer My stuff Icons to see downloaded icons 5 Tap an icon and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Widgets and then touch and hold a widget drag it to a Home screen and release it Customize Widge...

Page 29: ...dges Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications You can also choose the badge style Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Swipe down for notification panel Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen...

Page 30: ...pler layout Apps Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Settings tap Display Easy mode 2 Tap to enable this feature The following options appear Touch and hold delay Set how long it takes for a continuous touch to be recognized as a touch and hold High contrast keyboard Choose a keyboard with high contrast colors ...

Page 31: ...ve Alarm Notification icons Missed calls Call in progress Call on hold New message Voicemail New email Download Upload Wi Fi available App update Configure display options for the Status bar From Quick settings tap More options Status bar for the following options Show notification icons Choose how to display notification icons on the Status bar Show battery percentage Display the battery charge p...

Page 32: ...o notifications settings and more simply open the Notification panel Device settings View all Quick settings Notification cards Getting started Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 33: ...r down on the fingerprint sensor 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Finger sensor gestures 2 Tap to enable the feature Quick settings The Notification panel provides quick access to device functions using Quick settings 1 Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel 2 Drag View all downward Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick s...

Page 34: ...lation QR code detection landmark recognition or shopping Camera Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you see From Camera tap More Bixby Vision and follow the prompts Gallery Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images saved in the Gallery app 1 From Gallery tap a picture to view it 2 Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts Internet Bixby Vision can help y...

Page 35: ...oard for details on how long each app has been opened and used today Notifications Tap to see how many notifications have been received from each app today Unlocks Tap to see how many times each app has been opened today App timers Set a daily limit for how long you use each app Focus mode Configure times and activities to avoid distractions from your phone Wind down Enable to turn the screen to g...

Page 36: ...s is clean 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition 2 Follow the prompts to register your face Face recognition management Customize how face recognition works From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition Remove face data Delete existing faces Add alternative look Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative appearance Face unlock Enable or disable face recog...

Page 37: ...register your fingerprint Fingerprint management Add delete and rename fingerprints From Settings tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints for the following options The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list You can tap a fingerprint to remove or rename it Add fingerprint Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint Check added fingerprints Scan your fingerprint to...

Page 38: ...ces Configure your preferences for biometric security options From Settings tap Biometrics and security Biometrics preferences for the following Screen transition effect Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device ...

Page 39: ...port Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows Split screen control Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From any screen tap Recent apps 2 Tap the app icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split s...

Page 40: ... I I p I L a Getting started 29 Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard Tap Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type Tap Show toolbar functions to view all keyboard options ...

Page 41: ...g keyboard Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard From the Samsung keyboard tap Settings for the following options Languages and types Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard To switch between languages swipe the Space bar left or right Smart typing Use predictive text and auto correction features to prevent common typing mistakes Type by swiping bet...

Page 42: ...e Ill 0 V I T X Getting started 31 Use Google Voice typing Instead of typing enter text by speaking Return to keyboard Open settings Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap the screen and speak your text ...

Page 43: ...your device s power during an emergency situation To save battery power Emergency mode Restricts application usage to only essential applications and those you select Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data when the screen is off Activate Emergency mode To activate Emergency mode 1 Press and hold the Power key 2 Tap Emergency mode When accessing for the first time read and accept the terms...

Page 44: ...e l Emergency call Dial the emergency telephone number for example 911 This kind of call can be made even without activated service l More options Turn off Emergency mode Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode Remove apps Choose apps to remove from the screen Emergency contacts Manage your medical profile and ICE In Case of Emergency group contacts Settings Configure the available sett...

Page 45: ... Search I fS D DI 0 8 Calculator Calendar Camera Clock Contacts 0 Email Internet Messages Settings My Files Ill 0 Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Carrier apps 34 ...

Page 46: ...le Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature 1 From Apps tap Search and enter a word or words As you type matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen 2 Tap a result to go to that app TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options Finder settings Sort apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in yo...

Page 47: ...From Apps touch and hold a folder and tap Add to Home Delete a folder When you delete a folder the app shortcuts return to the Apps list 1 From Apps touch and hold a folder to delete 2 Tap Delete folder and confirm when prompted App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps Options vary by app 1 From Settings tap Apps 2 Tap More options for the following options Sort by Sort the apps by s...

Page 48: ...nce the last full charge Storage Manage the app s storage usage Memory View memory usage App settings Notifications Configure notifications from the app Permissions View permissions granted to the app for access to your device s information Set as default Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps Advanced Options vary by app App info options Open Launch the app Not all apps have this...

Page 49: ...axy devices A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store From Apps tap Samsung folder Galaxy Store Galaxy Wearable Connect your device to your Samsung Watch using this application For more information visit samsung com us support owners app galaxy wearable watch From Apps tap Galaxy Wearable Samsung Members Get more and do more from your Galaxy device Enjoy DIY support tools and exc...

Page 50: ...ou can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard From Apps tap SmartThings and sign in with your Samsung account NOTE Non Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty contact the non Samsung device manufacturer for support ...

Page 51: ...as a unit converter From Apps tap Calculator Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Scientific mode If the icon is not visible turn your phone landscape Apps ...

Page 52: ...endar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place From Apps tap Calendar Tap to edit event Navigation drawer Create new event Go to today s date Stickers Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 53: ...eceive a notification and hear a short sound Medium Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound High Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed 2 Depending on the alert priority selected above the following sound options are available Ring once sound Choose the alert sound for Low or Medium alert priorities Keep ringing sound Choose the alert sound for High alert priori...

Page 54: ...os using the Camera app From Apps tap Camera TIP If Quick launch is enabled quickly press the Power key twice Shooting modes Settings Gallery Switch cameras Capture Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 55: ...deos Record high quality videos using your device 1 From Camera swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video 2 Tap Capture to begin recording a video To take a picture while recording tap Capture To temporarily stop recording tap Pause To continue recording tap Resume 3 Tap Stop when you are finished recording Configure shooting mode Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for you...

Page 56: ...inuous shot Touch and hold the Camera button pictures to take continuously Sports Take clearer pictures of fast moving subjects HDR Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture Wide selfie Take wide angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures Live focus Add interactive focus effects to your pictures 1 From Camera swipe t...

Page 57: ...VC format to save space Other devices or sharing sites may not support playback of this format Useful features Pictures as previewed Selfie Save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them Grid lines Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to the picture Shooting methods Press Volume key to Use the Volume key to take ...

Page 58: ... launch Press the Power key twice in quick succession to open the camera Quick review Review pictures after taking them Shutter sound Play a tone when taking a picture About Camera View app and software information ...

Page 59: ... Alarm World clock Stopwatch Timer Ill 0 Apps 48 Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms From Apps tap Clock and tap a tab to use a feature Turn alarm on or off Create new alarm Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 60: ...the days for this alarm Alarm name Enter a name for the alarm Alarm sound Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm Vibration Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created 1 From Clock t...

Page 61: ... the current time and add to your list of cities Search Find a particular city Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city Search for a city and enter the name of the city 3 Tap the city name in the list and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hol...

Page 62: ...es listed are automatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap More options Settings Show weather to enable or disable weather information 3 Tap Unit to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap...

Page 63: ...To edit a saved preset timer tap More options Edit preset timers Timer options You can customize the Timer options 1 From Clock tap Timer 2 Tap More options Settings Sound Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own Vibration Enable to disable vibration for the timer General settings View and configure settings for all Clock tools From Clock tap More options Settings Vibrate for alarms and time...

Page 64: ...tore and manage your contacts You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features From Apps tap Contacts Create contact Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 65: ...l or Message Favorites When you mark contacts as favorites they are easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Add to Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites tap Favorite Share a contact Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Share 3 Tap either File or Text 4 C...

Page 66: ... Group name Enter a name for the new group Group ringtone Customize the sounds for the group Add member Select contacts to add to the new group and then tap Done 3 Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group or remove contacts From Contacts tap Open drawer Groups and then tap a group To remove a contact touch and hold a contact to select it and then tap Remove To add a conta...

Page 67: ...mail account and follow the prompts Delete a group Delete a group you have created 1 From Contacts tap Open drawer Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Group and members Manage contacts You can import or export contacts as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry Import conta...

Page 68: ...tact 1 From Contacts tap the contact to select it 2 Tap More options Link to another contact 3 Tap contacts to choose them 4 Tap Link To unlink contacts 1 From Contacts tap the contact to select it 2 Tap More options Add remove linked contacts 3 Tap Unlink beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1 From Contacts touch and hol...

Page 69: ...email accounts in one app To add an email account see Add an email account on page 8 From Apps tap Email Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Send message Add attachment Apps ...

Page 70: ...ecipient from your Contacts tap the contact to place a checkmark and then tap Done The contact is displayed in the recipients field Tap Show additional fields to add Cc and Bcc fields 3 Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text Tap Attach to add files images audio and more to your email Tap More options for additional email options 4 Review your message and tap Send Manage the inbox Organiz...

Page 71: ...pport calendars contacts and other features Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app From Email tap Navigation drawer Settings Under General tap an option and then follow the prompts Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account Remove email accounts Should you need to remove an email account from your device you can do so through the Settings menu 1...

Page 72: ...l the visual media stored on your device You can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Customize collections of pictures and videos Share pictures and videos View pictures and videos Sort images into custom albums Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 73: ...t Send the picture to a connected printer Edit pictures Enhance your pictures using the Gallery s editing tools 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a picture to view it and then tap Edit for the following options Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture Filters Add color effects Tone Adjust the brightness exposure contrast and more Sticker Overlay ill...

Page 74: ... video Set as wallpaper Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen Move to Secure Folder Add this video to your Secure Folder 3 Tap Play video to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a video to view it 3 Tap Edit to cut segments of the video 4 Tap Save and then confirm when prompted Share pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from...

Page 75: ...en prompted Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen Your device will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app From any screen press and release the Power and Volume down keys Palm swipe to capture a screenshot 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 1 From Settings tap Advanced featu...

Page 76: ...perience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker From Apps tap Internet Access Bookmarks Reload webpage Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information ...

Page 77: ...om Internet tap Bookmarks 2 Tap a bookmark entry Save a web page Saving a web page stores its content on your device so that you can access it offline From Internet tap Tools Add page to Saved pages NOTE To view saved web pages tap Tools Saved pages View history To view a list of recently visited web pages From Internet tap Tools History TIP To clear your browsing history tap More options Clear hi...

Page 78: ...les remain on your device after you close the secret tab 1 From Internet tap Tabs Turn on Secret mode Tap any of the following features for additional protection Smart anti tracking Ask sites not to track me Lock Secret mode 2 Tap Start to begin browsing in Secret mode To turn off Secret mode From Internet tap Tabs Turn off Secret mode Internet settings Modify settings associated with using the In...

Page 79: ...ith your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos send emojis or just say a quick hello From Apps tap Messages Compose new message Add attachments Record voice message Open More options Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Message search To quickly locate a message use the search feature 1 From Messages tap Search 2 Enter keyw...

Page 80: ...ze notifications for emergency alerts Send SOS messages Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an emergency situation 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Send SOS messages and then tap to enable this feature 2 Tap Send messages to and add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts To include a picture from your front and rear camera tap Attac...

Page 81: ... APK Installationfiles See what s taking up space on your phone Analyze storage Ill 0 Apps 70 My Files View and manage files stored on your device including images videos music and sound clips From Apps tap Samsung folder My Files Search Storage locations Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 82: ... optional SD card and cloud accounts Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage My Files options Use My Files options to search edit clear file history and more From My Files the following options are available Search Search for a file or folder More options Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage Trash...

Page 83: ...Phone The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls Explore the advanced calling features See your carrier for more information From a Home screen tap Phone Access voicemail Make a call Make a video call Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 84: ...es Swipe to call or send messages 2 Tap to enable this feature Make a call from Recents All incoming outgoing and missed calls are recorded in the Call log 1 From Phone tap Recents to display a list of recent calls 2 Tap a contact and then tap Call Make a call from Contacts Call a contact from the Contacts app From Contacts swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact Direct...

Page 85: ...n the incoming call screen drag Decline to the left to reject the call and send it to your voicemail TIP On the incoming pop up screen tap Decline to reject the call and send it to your voicemail Decline with a message You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response On the incoming call screen drag Send message upward and select a message TIP On the incoming call pop up scr...

Page 86: ...nel and tap the call To end a call while multitasking Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and then tap End call Call pop up settings When calls are received while using other apps they can be displayed as pop ups From Phone tap More options Settings Call display while using apps The following options are available Full screen Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone...

Page 87: ...ts 2 Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list and tap Add to contacts 3 Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact Delete call records To delete Call log entries 1 From Phone tap Recents 2 Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log 3 Tap Delete Block a number By adding a caller to your Block list future calls from this number a...

Page 88: ...ber The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box Make a call with Speed dial You can make a call using Speed dial From Phone touch and hold the Speed dial number If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long enter the first digits and then hold the last digit Remove a Speed dial number You can remove an assigned Speed dial number 1 From Phone tap More options Speed dial nu...

Page 89: ...y When accessed from a locked screen only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller The rest of the phone remains secured Phone settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app From Phone tap More options Settings Optional calling services If available with your service plan the following calling services are supported Place a multi party call If y...

Page 90: ...w the prompts to set up and configure Wi Fi calling Real Time Text RTT Type back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also supports RTT or is connected to a teletypewriter TTY device The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls 1 From Phone tap More options Settings 2 Tap Real time text for the following options...

Page 91: ...information and other end user interactions Before you start exercising Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine it is always best to make sure you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen While moderate physical activity such as brisk walking is safe for most people health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before y...

Page 92: ...ll that goes away when you rest It is recommended that 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 ...

Page 93: ...ung Notes to create notes containing text images with footnotes voice recordings and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more From Apps tap Samsung Notes Create note Set text options Add an attachment Access tools Assign a category Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see...

Page 94: ... notes are organized View Switch between Grid List or Simple list Notes menu You can view your notes by category From Samsung Notes tap Navigation drawer for the following options Samsung Notes settings View settings for the Samsung Notes app All notes View all notes Frequently used Quick access to commonly used notes Shared notebooks View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung a...

Page 95: ...share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make one to one video calls Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Google s web based email service Visit support google com mail to learn more Google Find online content with tools that learn what interests you Turn on your personalized feed to receive custom...

Page 96: ...on see Location on page 127 Visit support google com maps to learn more Photos Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with Google Photos Visit support google com photos to learn more Play Movies TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play You can also view videos saved on your device Visit play google com store movies to learn more Play Music Play...

Page 97: ...ps movies and TV shows music books magazines and games in the Google Play store Visit support google com play to learn more YouTube Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device Visit support google com youtube to learn more ...

Page 98: ...and Wi Fi networks automate your Wi Fi connections and track your data use Call Protect Take control over nuisance calls Device Help Access online information to help with your device questions DIRECTV Sync your device to your DIRECTV account Mobile Security Configure and manage key security options such as anti virus and anti malware technology myAT T Manage your AT T account You can review and p...

Page 99: ...sites and set limits on internet usage Setup Transfer Transfer your contacts call logs messages and media when switching phones Visual Voicemail View and play voicemail messages easily save important numbers to your Favorites list and respond by calling or texting ...

Page 100: ...splay Brightness Blue light filter Home screen Wallpaper Home screen wallpaper Lock screen wallpaper Themes T Downloadable themes wallpapers and icons C Lock screen Screen lock type Clock style Cinmn in n 1ri u Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Accounts Accessibility Other settings 89 ...

Page 101: ...s and other devices Wi Fi You can connect your device to a Wi Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi and scan for available networks 2 Tap a network and enter a password if required Connect to a hidden Wi Fi network If the Wi Fi network you want is not listed after a scan you can still connect to it by en...

Page 102: ...your device s network addresses 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap More options Advanced Switch to mobile data When enabled your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi Fi connection is unstable When the Wi Fi signal is strong it switches back to Wi Fi Turn on Wi Fi automatically Turn on Wi Fi in frequently used locations Network notification Receiv...

Page 103: ...ct to use this feature Disconnect from Wi Fi Direct Disconnect your device from a Wi Fi Direct device From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct Tap a device to disconnect it Bluetooth You can pair your device to other Bluetooth enabled devices like Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth enabled vehicle infotainment system Once a pairing is created the devices remember each other and can exchan...

Page 104: ... to it 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap to turn on Bluetooth 2 Tap Settings next to the device and then tap Unpair Advanced options Additional Bluetooth features are available in the Advanced menu 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth 2 Tap Advanced for the following options Ringtone sync Use the ringtone set on your phone when you receive calls through a connected Blueto...

Page 105: ...r other data between NFC enabled devices 1 From Settings tap Connections NFC and payment and then tap to turn on NFC 2 Tap Android Beam and then tap to turn on this feature TIP When sharing a file tap Android Beam to use this feature Tap and pay Use an NFC payment app to make payments by touching your device to a compatible credit card reader 1 From Settings tap Connections NFC and payment and the...

Page 106: ...ata Enable mobile data usage International data roaming Change voice text and data roaming settings for international roaming Allow 2G service Permit the use of 2G service in areas with limited cellular coverage Access Point Names Choose or add APNs which have the network settings your device needs to connect to your provider Network operators Choose available and preferred networks Mobile network...

Page 107: ...ing options are available Mobile data Use mobile data from your plan International data roaming Enable mobile data services while roaming internationally Mobile data usage View data usage over mobile connections over a period of time You can view total usage as well as usage by app Billing cycle and data warning Change the monthly date to align with your carrier s billing date TIP Use these featur...

Page 108: ...ctions Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap the password enter a new password and then tap Save Configure mobile hotspot settings You can customize your mobile hotspot s security and connection settings 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap More options Configure mobile hotspot for the following settings Network name View and change the name...

Page 109: ...s 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap More options Wi Fi sharing to turn on this feature TIP Use this feature to share your Wi Fi network without giving out your Wi Fi password Band Select one of the available band options 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap Band and tap an option Auto hotspot Share your ho...

Page 110: ...ends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Nearby device scanning 2 Tap to turn on the feature Connect to a printer Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi Fi network to easily print documents and images from your device 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Printing 2 Tap Default print ...

Page 111: ...nu to edit or delete a VPN connection 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap Settings next to a VPN 3 Edit the VPN and tap Save or tap Delete to remove the VPN Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap a VPN enter your log in information and tap Connec...

Page 112: ...tion to ringing when you receive a call Vibrate Use vibration only for notifications and alerts Mute Set your device to make no sounds Temporary mute Set a time limit for muting the device TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to change the sound mode without losing your customized sound levels Easy mute Quickly mute sounds by covering the screen or turning the device over From...

Page 113: ...ver sound type is in use 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume 2 Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature Media volume limit Limit the maximum output of the device s volume while using Bluetooth speakers not included or headphones 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume 2 Tap More options Media volume limit 3 Tap to enable this feature l To set the maximum output volu...

Page 114: ...ound for the following options Touch interactions Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections Screen lock unlock Play a sound when you lock or unlock the screen Charging Play a sound when a charger is connected Dialing keypad Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Samsung keyboard Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos qual...

Page 115: ...ble with a headset connected From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects and tap an option to turn it on Tube Amp Pro Simulates the soft timbre of a tube amplifier Concert hall Simulates the reverb of a concert hall Adapt sound Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects Adapt sound 2...

Page 116: ...onnect to a Bluetooth device to make this option available in the Audio device menu 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Separate app sound 2 Tap Turn on now to enable Separate app sound and then set the following options App Choose an app to play its sound on a separate audio device Audio device Choose the audio device that you want the app s sound to be played on ...

Page 117: ...r of unread notifications Status bar Modify how many notifications appear on the Status bar Do not disturb Block sounds and notifications while this mode is turned on Specify exceptions for people apps and alarms Block app notifications You can change or block notifications for each app Options vary by app 1 From Settings tap Notifications See all 2 Tap an app for the following options Show notifi...

Page 118: ...et a custom brightness level Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on the lighting conditions TIP You can also adjust screen brightness from the Quick settings panel Blue light filter The Blue light filter may help you sleep better and reduce eye strain You can set a schedule to automatically turn this feature on and off From Settings tap Display Blue light fi...

Page 119: ...ter Turn on Blue light filter automatically between sunset and sunrise to reduce eye strain Screen mode Your device has several screen mode options which adjust the screen quality for different situations You can select the mode according to your preference 1 From Settings tap Display Screen mode 2 Tap an option to set a different screen mode Font size and style You can change the font size and st...

Page 120: ... of time From Settings tap Display Screen timeout and tap a time limit to set it NOTE Prolonged display of non moving images excluding Always On Display may result in permanent ghost like afterimages or degraded image quality Turn off the display screen when not in use Accidental touch protection Prevent the screen from detecting touch input while the device is in a dark place such as a pocket or ...

Page 121: ...se one of the following options None Do not display a screen saver Colors Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors Photo table Display pictures in a photo table Photo frame Display pictures in a photo frame Photos Display pictures from your Google Photos account 3 Tap Preview for a demonstration of the selected Screen saver TIP Tap Settings next to a feature for additional options R...

Page 122: ...ck succession to reduce the display size Device maintenance View the status of your device s battery storage and memory You can also automatically optimize your device s system resources Quick optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory Deleting unnece...

Page 123: ... card not included From Settings tap Device care Storage Memory card Once an optional microSD memory card not included has been installed in your device the card memory is displayed in the Storage setting For more information see Set up your device on page 4 Mount a memory card When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However...

Page 124: ... care Storage Advanced 2 Under Portable storage tap your SD card tap Format and then follow the prompts Memory Check the amount of available memory You can close background apps and reduce the amount of memory you are using to speed up your device From Settings tap Device care Memory The used and available memory are shown Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible Tap View more to view t...

Page 125: ...restart the device Optimize settings Save battery power by optimizing settings when the device is not in use Reduce brightness Change brightness settings Screen timeout Turn off the screen after 30 seconds of inactivity Media volume Limit playback volume to 46 Language and input Configure your device s language and input settings Change the device language You can add languages to your list and or...

Page 126: ...e Voice typing 1 From Settings tap General management Language and input 2 Tap On screen keyboard Google Voice typing to customize settings Manage on screen keyboards Enable or disable on screen keyboards 1 From Settings tap General management Language and input 2 Tap On screen keyboard Manage keyboards 3 Tap each keyboard to enable or disable Show keyboard button Show a button on the Navigation b...

Page 127: ...l service Save time entering information using autofill services 1 From Settings tap General Management Language and input 2 Tap Autofill service to view your selected service l Tap Settings to customize your service l Tap Autofill service to change your default service Text to speech Configure your Text to Speech TTS options TTS is used for various accessibility features such as Voice Assistant F...

Page 128: ...neral management Language and input 2 Tap Primary mouse button and choose either Left or Right Date and time By default your device receives date and time information from the wireless network Outside of network coverage you can set the date and time manually From Settings tap General management Date and time The following options are available Automatic date and time Receive date and time updates...

Page 129: ...lt settings which resets everything except the security language and account settings Personal data is not affected 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset settings 2 Tap Reset settings and confirm when prompted Reset network settings You can reset Wi Fi mobile data and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset network settings 2 T...

Page 130: ...ns as well as your music photos videos and other files Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected When you sign in to a Google Account on your device Factory Reset Protection FRP is activated This protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen If you reset your device to factory default settings with the FRP feature activated you must enter the user name and password for a regi...

Page 131: ...ormed only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the device You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have your Google Account username and password CAUTION Before sending your device to Samsung or taking it to a Samsung authorized service center remove your Google Account and then perform a factory data reset For more information v...

Page 132: ...up and enable biometric locks 1 From Settings tap Lock screen Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock Pattern PIN or Password 2 Tap to enable showing notifications on the lock screen The following options are available View style Display notification details or hide them and show only an icon Hide content Do not show notifications in the Notification panel Notifications to show Choose which ...

Page 133: ...ions Select which notifications to display on the Lock screen Shortcuts Select which app shortcuts to add to the Lock screen About Lock screen Update the Lock screen s software Google Play Protect You can configure Google Play to regularly check your apps and device for security risks and threats From Settings tap Biometrics and security Google Play Protect Updates are checked for automatically Fi...

Page 134: ...lled security software update and find out if newer updates are available From Settings tap Biometrics and security Security update to see the latest security update installed and check if a newer update is available Samsung Pass Use Samsung Pass to access your favorite services with biometric data You must sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Pass Visit samsung com us support owners app...

Page 135: ...k Pattern PIN or Password is required to use Secure startup From Settings tap Biometrics and security Secure startup and select an option Encrypt or decrypt SD card You can encrypt your optional memory card not included to protect its data This only allows the SD card information to be accessed from your device with a password 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Encrypt or decrypt SD card ...

Page 136: ...ry default settings From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings Set up change password and enter a password Set up SIM card lock You can set up a PIN to lock your SIM card which prevents unauthorized use of your SIM card if someone attempts to use it another device From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts Ta...

Page 137: ...n for credential contents View security certificates Display certificates in your device s ROM and other certificates you have installed User certificates View user certificates that identify your device Install from device storage Install a new certificate from storage Clear credentials Erase credential contents from the device and reset the password Advanced security settings You can use these o...

Page 138: ...bout by tapping Allow or Deny NOTE When using an app or service for the first time that wants to access certain features of your device a dialog box asks if you want to permit such access You can choose from Allow all the time Allow only while using the app or Deny for each type of access requested Send diagnostic data Send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having te...

Page 139: ...Fi networks automatically even when Wi Fi is turned off Bluetooth scanning Allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth even when Bluetooth is turned off Recent location requests View a list of apps that have requested your location 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services 3 Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app s...

Page 140: ...ured you can view and manage items stored in the Samsung Cloud Add an account You can add and sync all your email social networking and picture and video sharing accounts 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Accounts Add account 2 Tap one of the account types 3 Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts A...

Page 141: ...o restore your backup data Google Account You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account From Settings tap Accounts and backup Backup and restore for options Back up my data Enable back up of application data Wi Fi passwords and other settings to Google servers Backup account Select a Google Account to be used as your backup account Automatic restore Enable automatic restoration ...

Page 142: ...ial features that make using the device easier for everyone For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products please contact us at accessibility sea samsung com Screen Reader Use special controls and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the screen From Settings tap Accessibility Screen reader and tap an option Voice assistant Receive spoken feedback when using your dev...

Page 143: ...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 the keys and the background Show button shapes Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out better against the wallpaper Color inversion Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black background to black text on ...

Page 144: ...configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device Sounds You can adjust audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones From Settings tap Accessibility Hearing enhancements and tap an option Real time text Activate real time text RTT calling Hearing aid support Improve the sound quality to work better with hearing aids Amplify ambient sound Enable this feature and con...

Page 145: ...dexterity and tap an option Universal switch Control your device with your customized switches Assistant menu Improve device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity Interactions You can simplify the motions needed to answer phone calls or respond to notifications and alarms From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Answering and ending calls Read caller nam...

Page 146: ...or a connected mouse and physical keyboard From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Click after pointer stops Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops over it Sticky keys When you press a modifier key like Shift Ctrl or Alt the key stays pressed down which allows you to enter keyboard shortcuts by pressing one key at a time Slow keys Set how long a ...

Page 147: ...old the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds Selected service Choose a service to launch with this key combination Allow on Lock screen Allow this key combination to activate even when the screen is locked Notifications From Settings tap Accessibility Advanced settings and tap an option Flash notification Flash either the camera light or the screen when you receive notifications or whe...

Page 148: ...ccessibility The following information is available Version View the current Accessibility software version Open source licenses View information for the open source licenses used for Accessibility Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use Help View the user manual for your device From Settings tap Help Dual Messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app 1 F...

Page 149: ...l information hardware and software versions and more 1 From Settings tap About phone and then view your phone number model number serial number and IMEI information 2 Tap additional items to view more information about your device TIP You can view your device s FCC ID from About phone Status ...

Page 150: ...9 Learn more Videos youtube com samsungcare Samsung Care samsung com us support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Tips samsung com us support tips ...

Page 151: ... us Legal Phone HSGuide Spanish samsung com us Legal Phone HSGuide SP This information can also be found on the device in the About device or About phone or About tablet section for example Settings About phone or About device or About tablet Legal information Samsung legal Or search Legal If your device required Federal Communications Commission FCC approval you can view the FCC certification by ...

Page 152: ...r AT T s privacy tools do not apply to applications available outside of AT T Please review the terms and conditions and the associated privacy policy for each location based service to learn how location information will be used and protected Your device may be used to access the Internet and to download and or purchase goods applications and services from AT T or elsewhere from third parties AT ...

Page 153: ...s or content not approved by the parent Routinely check this device to ensure it is working properly and is safe for children to use Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet samsung com 2020 Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung Samsung Galaxy Multi Window Samsung Health and Smart Switch are all trademarks o...

Page 154: ...ilable capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying services features ...

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