Samsung Galaxy A52 5G User Manual Download

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Page 2: ...metric security Mobile continuity Multi window Edge panels Enter text Emergency mode Customize your home screen App icons Wallpaper Themes Icons Widgets Home screen settings Easy mode Status bar Notification panel Camera and Gallery Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Scene optimizer Single take Super Slow mo Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pi...

Page 3: ...obile networks Data usage Mobile hotspot Tethering Nearby device scanning Connect to a printer Virtual Private Networks Private DNS Ethernet Customization Display Notifications Sounds and vibration Security Lock screen and security Face recognition Fingerprint scanner Accounts Add an account Account settings Remove an account Backup and restore Google settings Backup Samsung account Google Account...

Page 4: ...Getting started Galaxy A52 5G Set up your device Start using your device 4 ...

Page 5: ...amera Rear cameras Volume keys Side key Fingerprint scanner USB charger Accessory port Flash Headset jack Getting started 5 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 6: ... over and press the SIM card into the back of the tray Charge yourdevice Before turning on your device charge it fully SIM microSD NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions Check with appropriate authorities and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device Getting started 6 Devices and s...

Page 7: ... your device Turn on your device Use the Setup Wizard Transfer data from an old device Lock or unlock your device Side key settings Accounts Set up voicemail Navigation Navigation bar Customize your home screen Bixby Digital wellbeing and parental controls Always On Display Biometric security Mobile continuity Multi window Edge panels Enter text Emergency mode Turn on your device Use the Side key ...

Page 8: ...s and more Transfer data from an old device Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts photos music videos messages notes calendars 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 Bring data from old device 2 Follow the prompts and select the conte...

Page 9: ... automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security Side key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then swipe the screen to unlock it Getting started 9 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 10: ... and hold the Side key 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Side key 2 Under the Press and hold heading tap an option l Wake Bixby default l Power off menu Accounts Set up and manage your accounts TIP Accounts may support email calendars contacts and other features Contact your carrier for more information Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage app...

Page 11: ...ng apps From Settings tap Samsung account Add an Outlook account Sign in to your Outlook account to view and manage email messages 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts 2 Tap Add account Outlook Set up voicemail You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time You can access voicemail through the Phone app Options vary by carrier 1 From Phone touch and ...

Page 12: ...bject on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap 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 Getting started 12 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 13: ... the screen l Swipe the screen to unlock the device l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options Getting started 13 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 14: ...hen 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 Getting started 14 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ...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 Getting started 15 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 16: ...te 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 Getting started 16 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 17: ... navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Getting started 17 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 18: ...of the screen for an unobstructed screen experience Instead swipe to navigate your device 1 From Settings tap Display Navigation bar Swipe gestures to enable 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 bo...

Page 19: ...an app icon and then tap Remove NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app it just removes the icon from a Home screen Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture video or preloaded wallpaper 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen and then tap Wallpapers 2 Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers My wallpapers Choose from featured...

Page 20: ...you want any edits made to that wallpaper to be applied to both screens Themes Set a theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens wallpapers and app icons 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Themes and tap a theme to preview and download it 3 Tap Navigation drawer My stuff Themes to see downloaded themes 4 Tap a theme and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme Icons Apply...

Page 21: ...s Customize your Home and Apps screens 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Settings to customize Home screen layout Set your device to have separate Home and Apps screens or only a Home screen where all apps are located Home screen grid Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Home screen Apps screen grid Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the...

Page 22: ... to show badges on apps with active notifications You can also choose the badge style Swipe down for notification panel Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen Rotate to landscape mode Rotate the Home screen automatically when your device s orientation is changed from portrait to landscape About Home screen View version information 22 Getting ...

Page 23: ...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 Getting started 23 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 24: ...to notifications settings and more simply open the Notification panel Device settings Quick settings Notification cards Getting started 24 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 25: ...settings Swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen to display Quick settings Tap Finder search to search the device Tap Power off for Power off Emergency mode and Restart options Tap Open settings to quickly access the device s settings menu Tap More options to reorder Quick settings or to change the button layout Tap Devices to control other devices when supported apps like SmartThin...

Page 26: ...ne mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm Notification icons Missed calls Call in progress New message Voicemail New email Download Upload App update Configure display options for the Status bar TIP From Quick settings tap More options Status bar to configure settings for Status bar notifications For more information see Advanced settings 26 Getting started ...

Page 27: ...on where you are and what you are doing From Settings tap Advanced features Bixby Routines Bixby Vision Bixby is integrated with your Camera Gallery and Internet apps to give you a deeper understanding of what you see It provides contextual icons for translation QR code detection landmark recognition or shopping Camera Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you ...

Page 28: ...ard to view the following Screen time View how long an app has been opened and used each day Notifications received View how many notifications have been received from an app each day Unlocks View how many times an app has been opened each day Your goals Screen time Set a screen time goal and view your daily average App timers Set a daily limit for how long you use each app Ways to disconnect Focu...

Page 29: ...ay Show music information Show music details when the FaceWidgets music controller is in use Screen orientation Display the AOD in portrait or landscape mode Auto brightness Automatically adjust the brightness of Always On Display About Always On Display View the current software version and license information NOTE Some display settings can appear on both the Lock screen and Always On Display For...

Page 30: ...s 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 recognition security Stay on L...

Page 31: ...unt To use your fingerprint to unlock your device you must set a pattern PIN or password 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints 2 Follow the prompts to 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 Yo...

Page 32: ... Show animation when unlocking Show an animation when you use fingerprint verification About unlocking with biometrics Read details on the requirements each biometric security feature has for using your pattern PIN or password as a backup Biometrics settings Configure your preferences for biometric security options From Settings tap Biometrics and security More biometrics settings for the followin...

Page 33: ...op pictures to Windows Open and edit pictures in the Your Photos app Share images with your contacts through Windows Messages SMS MMS MMS group messaging support Integration with Windows Emoji Picker Get a Windows pop up when receiving a new message Notifications See and manage phone notifications from your PC Exclude notifications from individual phone apps Get a Windows pop up when receiving a n...

Page 34: ...eature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Continue apps on other devices 2 Tap to turn on the feature Connection occurs automatically 3 Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices TIP Move your contacts from your device to your Samsung account so you can access th...

Page 35: ...e size of their windows Split screen control 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 screen view Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size Getting started 35 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 36: ...ccess apps tasks and contacts as well as view news sports and other information Apps panel Configure Edge panels Edge panel position and style About Edge panels Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panel Getting started 36 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 37: ... other apps to the Apps panel To add an app to the Apps panel find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on the right column 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 apps on the panel drag each app to the desired location To remove an app tap Remove 3 Tap B...

Page 38: ...ndle for the following options Edge handle Drag to change the position of the Edge handle along the edge of the screen Position Choose either Right or Left to set which side the Edge screen displays on Lock handle position Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held Style Choose a color for the Edge handle Transparency Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of ...

Page 39: ...Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Getting started 39 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 40: ...e keyboard to translate them into another language Samsung Pass Use biometrics for secure access to apps and services Spotify Add music from Spotify YouTube Add videos from YouTube Clipboard Access the clipboard Text editing Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to cut copy and paste Modes Select a keyboard layout Keyboard size Adjust the height and width of the keyboard Bitmoji...

Page 41: ...ce what you type with predictive text recommendations Auto spell check Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections More typing options Customize additional typing options Style and layout Keyboard toolbar View or hide the keyboard toolbar High contrast keyboard Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background T...

Page 42: ...nt to use Enable third party keyboard features Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data About Samsung keyboard View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members 42 Getting started ...

Page 43: ...ing enter text by speaking Return to keyboard Open settings From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input and speak your text Getting started 43 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 44: ...tion for Samsung voice input Emergency mode Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency features and conserve 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 mod...

Page 45: ...ncy contacts l Internet Chrome Launch the web browser 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 Edit Add or remove apps from the screen Emergency contacts Manage your medical profile and ICE In Case of Emergency group cont...

Page 46: ...a app Images and videos are stored in the Gallery where you can view and edit them Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Scene optimizer Single take Super Slow mo Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Group similar images Take a screenshot Screen recorder ...

Page 47: ... Camera TIP If Quick launch is enabled quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app Shooting modes Settings Gallery Switch cameras Capture Scene optimizer Zoom Camera and Gallery 47 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 48: ...to change shooting modes Fun Change your look and reimagine your world with unique Snapchat Lenses Single take Capture multiple pictures and video clips from different angles Photo Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures Video Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos More Choose other available shooting modes Tap Add to drag modes into or out of the shootin...

Page 49: ...in slow motion Hyperlapse Create a time lapse video by recording at various frame rates The frame rate is adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device AR Zone Access all of your Augmented Reality AR features in one place From Camera swipe to More and then tap AR Zone The following features are available AR Emoji Camera Use the camera to create your My Emoji avatar ...

Page 50: ... setting Single take Capture more in each shot by taking both photos and videos at the same time This shooting mode uses AI to create high quality images and videos from multiple angles The number of images and videos may vary 1 From Camera swipe to Single take 2 Tap Record and pan around the scene to capture multiple angles and views The videos and images will be saved as a single entry in the Ga...

Page 51: ...Intelligent features Scene optimizer Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter Shot suggestions Get on screen guides to help you line up great shots Scan QR codes Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera Pictures Swipe Shutter button to Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge Format and ...

Page 52: ... video Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos Shooting methods Press Volume keys to Use the Volume keys to take pictures record video zoom or control system volume Voice commands Take pictures speaking key words Floating shutter button Add an extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen Show palm Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to h...

Page 53: ...n mode Enable to add Snapchat filters and lenses to Fun mode Reset settings Reset the Camera settings Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members About Camera View app and software information 53 Camera and Gallery ...

Page 54: ... can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Customize collections of pictures and videos View pictures and videos Sort images into custom albums Camera and Gallery 54 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 55: ...re to a Secure Folder Print 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 an...

Page 56: ...re 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 use the following tools Play Preview the edited video Trim Cut segments of the video Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appearance of the video Filters Add visual effects to the...

Page 57: ...pictures and videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap More options Edit 2 Tap pictures and videos to select them 3 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Group similar images Organize pictures and videos in the Gallery by similarity 1 From Gallery tap Group similar images 2 Tap Ungroup similar images to return to the default Gallery view Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen Your ...

Page 58: ...s on screenshots l Delete shared screenshots Automatically delete screenshots after they are shared through the screenshot toolbar l Screenshot format Choose if you would like your screenshots to be saved as JPG or PNG files Screen recorder Record activities on your device write notes and use the camera to record a video overlay of yourself to share with friends or family 1 From Quick Settings tap...

Page 59: ...een recorder From Settings tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder l Sound Choose what sounds to record while using the screen recorder l Video quality Select a resolution Selecting a higher resolution for higher quality requires more memory 59 Camera and Gallery ...

Page 60: ...Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 60 ...

Page 61: ... touch and hold an app and tap Uninstall Disable 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 Settings Sort apps App shortcut...

Page 62: ... 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 Game Booster Get optimized performance while playing games based on your usage Block notifications and enable features to improve your gaming experience While playing a game swipe up from the bottom of th...

Page 63: ... use for making calls sending messages going to websites and more Samsung app settings View a list of Samsung apps and customize their settings Your apps Tap an app to view and update information about its privacy and usage settings Options vary by app TIP To reset app options that have been changed tap More options Reset app preferences 63 Apps ...

Page 64: ...alaxy Essentials Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung apps You can access and download a collection of premium content From Apps tap More options Galaxy Essentials AR Zone Access all of your Augmented Reality AR features in one place For more information see AR Zone Bixby Bixby displays customized content based on your interactions Bixby lear...

Page 65: ...amsung Free Access live TV shows news and articles from numerous sources and interactive games entirely free of charge Samsung Global Goals Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that support these causes with ads from this app Samsung Members Get more and do more from your Galaxy device Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive experiences and content for Samsun...

Page 66: ...e app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time Check the status of your 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 Tips View tips and techniques as well as the user manual for your device 66 Apps ...

Page 67: ...d scientific math functions as well as a unit converter History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Scientific mode Apps 67 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 68: ...ious online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Tap to view event Navigation drawer Create new event Go to today s date Stickers Apps 68 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 69: ...Calendar alert style Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles 1 From Calendar tap Navigation drawer Calendar settings Alert style The following options are available Light Receive a notification and hear a short sound Medium Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound Strong Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed 2 Depending on the alert style sel...

Page 70: ...Delete an event Delete events from your Calendar 1 From Calendar tap an event and tap again to edit it 2 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted 70 Apps ...

Page 71: ...e Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Turn alarm on or off Add alarm Apps 71 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 72: ...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 touch and hold an alarm 2 Tap Delete Alert settings You can set the device to vibrate for alarms and timers whether the S...

Page 73: ...e and add to your list of cities Search Find a particular place Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city 3 Drag the globe to spin it tap the city you want and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hold it and tap Delete Apps 73 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 74: ...utomatically 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 Temperature to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap Stopwat...

Page 75: ...own time and timer name 3 Tap Add to save the timer 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 t...

Page 76: ... with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Apps 76 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 77: ...s they are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites tap Favorites 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 Choose a sharing met...

Page 78: ...t the group 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 ...

Page 79: ... 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 contacts Import c...

Page 80: ...t by linking entries into a single contact 1 From Contacts tap Open drawer Manage contacts 2 Tap Merge contacts Contacts with duplicate phone numbers email addresses and names will be listed together 3 Tap the contacts to select them and tap Merge Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1 From Contacts touch and hold a contact to select it You can also tap other contacts to se...

Page 81: ...atures with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker Access Bookmarks Reload webpage Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information Apps 81 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 82: ...try Save a web page There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app From Internet tap Tools Add page to for the following options Bookmarks Add the webpage to your Bookmark list Quick access View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages Home screen Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen Saved pages Save the webpage content on your device so that you can a...

Page 83: ...rowsing in secret mode Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode 1 From Internet tap Tabs 2 Tap More options Secret mode settings for the following options Use password Create a password to enable secret mode Face Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private Fingerprints Use Fingerprint scanner to keep Secret mode private Reset Secret mode Erase your secret m...

Page 84: ...pose new message Add attachments Record voice message Open More options Message search To quickly locate a message use the search feature 1 From Messages tap Search 2 Enter keywords in the Search field and then tap Search on the keyboard Apps 84 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 85: ...e number of times to press the Side key to send an SOS message tap either 3 times or 4 times To choose a contact to automatically call after you send an SOS message tap Auto call someone To include a picture from your front and rear cameras tap Attach pictures To include a five second audio recording in your SOS message tap Attach audio recording To add recipients by creating new contacts or selec...

Page 86: ...ou of imminent threats and other situations There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message 1 From Settings tap Notifications Advanced settings 2 Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts to customize notifications for emergency alerts 86 Apps ...

Page 87: ...n also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card if supported Search Storage locations Additional locations such as an SD card and cloud accounts are displayed here if supported Apps 87 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 88: ...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 Cloud service Connect to a carrier cloud service if available Clear Recent files list Remove the list of recently accessed files This option is only available after a file has been opened through My ...

Page 89: ...ced calling features Contact your carrier for more information The actual appearance of the Phone app screen varies by carrier Make a video call Make a call Access voicemail Apps 89 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 90: ... 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 Answer a call When a call is received the phone rings and the caller s phone number or name is displayed If you are using an app a pop up screen is displayed for...

Page 91: ...sponse On the incoming call screen drag Send message upward and select a message TIP On the incoming call pop up screen tap Send message and select a message End a call Tap End call when you are ready to end your call Actions while on a call You can adjust call volume switch to a headset or speaker and even multitask while on a call Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume Switch t...

Page 92: ...hile using apps The following options are available Full screen Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app Pop up Display an incoming call as a pop up at the top of the screen Mini pop up Display an incoming call as a smaller pop up Keep calls in pop up Enable this option to keep calls in the pop up after they are answered Manage calls Your calls are recorded in a call log You can set u...

Page 93: ...ecords 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 are sent directly to your voicemail and messages are not received 1 From Phone tap Recents 2 Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list 3 Tap Details Block and confirm when pro...

Page 94: ...ial 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 numbers 2 Tap Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial Emergency calls You ca...

Page 95: ...may support the following calling services Place a multi party call Make another call while a call is in progress Options may vary by carrier 1 From the active call tap Add call to dial the second call 2 Dial the new number and tap Call When the call is answered Tap Swap to switch between the two calls Tap the On hold number to switch between the two calls Tap Merge to hear both callers at once mu...

Page 96: ...d in use Samsung Health Use Samsung Health to plan track various aspects of daily life contributing to well being such as physical activity diet and sleep For more information visit samsung com us support owners app samsung health NOTE The information gathered from this device Samsung Health or related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure ...

Page 97: ...xercise regimen check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart lung or other serious disease such as Pain or discomfort in your chest neck jaw or arms during physical activity Dizziness or loss of consciousness Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest or when lying down or going to bed Ankle swelling especially at night A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat Mu...

Page 98: ...s and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more Set text options Navigate up Assign a title Insert Apps 98 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 99: ...ou create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit and make changes 3 Tap More options for the following Share Choose a file type and share the note Save as file Choose to save the note as a Samsung Note PDF Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint image or text file Delete Move the note into the Trash category Sort pages Add copy cut and delete pages Page template Apply a template to some...

Page 100: ...ng options 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 account Trash View deleted notes for up to 15 days Folders View notes by groups Manage folders Add remove and organize groups Samsung Pay Samsung Pay lets you make payments with your d...

Page 101: ...ments by scanning your finger or by entering your Samsung Pay PIN 2 Hold your phone over the store s card reader When your payment is complete a receipt is sent to your registered email NOTE Make sure the NFC feature is enabled on your device For more information see NFC and payment Quick access Use Quick access to open Samsung Pay from the Lock Screen Home screen or Screen off 1 From Samsung Pay ...

Page 102: ...ur information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or PIN and each transaction uses a unique token each time so your device only allows payments with your consent If your device is ever lost you can use the Find My Mobile function to remotely wipe your data for even more protection...

Page 103: ...me and bring your open tabs bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device Visit support google com chrome to learn more Drive Open view rename and share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make video calls Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Google s web based email servic...

Page 104: ...rn more Maps Get directions and other location based information You must enable location services to use Google Maps For more information see Location 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 fro...

Page 105: ...d 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 YT Music Stream and browse playlists albums and artists from YouTube Music 105 Apps ...

Page 106: ...OneDrive Outlook Access email calendar contacts tasks and more in Outlook See Add an Outlook account Visit support office com en us article outlook for ios and android help cd84214e a5ac 4e95 9ea3 e07f78d0cde6 to learn more Add attachment Send message Apps 106 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 107: ...PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app OneDrive Store and share photos videos documents and more in your free online OneDrive account accessible from your personal computer tablet or phone 107 Apps ...

Page 108: ...Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings 108 ...

Page 109: ...s Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices Wi Fi Bluetooth NFC and payment Airplane mode Mobile networks Data usage Mobile hotspot Tethering Nearby device scanning Connect to a printer Virtual Private Networks Private DNS Ethernet 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 ...

Page 110: ...a to scan a QR code Advanced Wi Fi settings You can configure connections to various types of Wi Fi networks and hotspots manage saved networks and look up your device s network addresses Options may vary by carrier 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 W...

Page 111: ...rect 3 Tap a device and then follow the prompts to connect Disconnect from Wi Fi Direct Disconnect your device from a Wi Fi Direct device From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi More options 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 creat...

Page 112: ...luetooth 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 Options may vary by carrier 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth 2 Tap Advanced or More options Advanced for the following options l Sync with Samsung Cloud Sync files transferred through Bluetooth with your Samsung ...

Page 113: ... centimeters of your device From Settings tap Connections NFC and contactless payments and then tap to turn on 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 contactless payments and then tap to turn on NFC 2 Tap Contactless payments to see the default payment app To use another pay...

Page 114: ... Data roaming Choose whether to allow your device to connect to mobile data while traveling outside your carrier s network area Roaming Roaming state Enable or disable data while roaming on other mobile networks Network mode You can select which network modes your mobile device can use Access Point Names Choose or add APNs which have the network settings your device needs to connect to your provid...

Page 115: ...ing options are available Mobile data Use mobile data from your plan Mobile data only apps Set apps to always use mobile data even when your device is connected to Wi Fi 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 ...

Page 116: ...ty and connection settings 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap Configure for the following settings Network name View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot Security Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot Password If you choose a security level that uses a password you can view or change it Band Select one of the available bandwidth opti...

Page 117: ...et up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning This feature sends 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 yo...

Page 118: ...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 Connect l To disconnect tap the VPN and then t...

Page 119: ...tem sound System sounds and vibration Dolby Atmos Equalizer Adapt sound Separate app sound Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys From Settings tap Sounds and vibration and then choose a mode Sound Use the sounds vibrations and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts Vibrate while ringing Set your device to vibrate...

Page 120: ...tifications and touch interactions by dragging the sliders Volume Set the volume level for call ringtones notifications media and system sounds From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume and drag the sliders for each sound type TIP You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume When pressed a pop up menu shows the volume level and current sound type You can tap the menu to expand it and ...

Page 121: ...or adding your own 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Ringtone 2 Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it or tap Add to use an audio file as a ringtone Notification sound Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Notification sound 2 Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique ...

Page 122: ... when typing with the Samsung keyboard Vibration Touch interactions Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and hold items on the screen Dialing keypad Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Navigation gestures Vibrate when using gestures Charging Vibrate when a charger is connected Samsung keyboard Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos qual...

Page 123: ... and vibration Sound quality and effects Adapt sound 2 Tap Adapt sound for to select when to change the sound settings 3 Tap the sound profile that fits you best and tap Settings to customize TIP Tap Test my hearing to let your device identify the best sound for you Separate app sound You can choose to have an app play only media sound on a Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the other soun...

Page 124: ...tyle Brief Enable customization of your notification colors lighting style and included apps Included apps View brief notifications for your apps Brief pop up settings Customize the Edge lighting style colors and enable notifications to show even while the screen is off Detailed Enable the default Samsung Notification settings Recently sent notifications You can view a list of apps that have sent ...

Page 125: ...e in Do not disturb mode Exceptions Calls messages and conversations Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions Alarms and sounds Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms events and reminders while Do not disturb mode is active Apps Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not disturb mode Call message and conversation notifications will still reach you even if you don t allow t...

Page 126: ...ze periodic reminders about notifications from selected apps and services Clear notifications to stop the reminders App icon badges Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications Wireless Emergency Alerts Customize notifications for emergency alerts Alert when phone picked up You c...

Page 127: ...e or bright screens and notifications From Settings tap Display for the following options l Light Apply a light color theme to your device default l Dark Apply a dark color theme to your device l Dark mode settings Customize when and where Dark mode is applied Turn on as scheduled Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness acc...

Page 128: ...ptions Tap to enable this feature Tap Adaptive to automatically adjust your screen s color temperature based on your usage patterns and the time of day Tap Custom to set a schedule for when Eye comfort shield should be enabled Tap Set schedule and choose Always on Sunset to sunrise or Custom Drag the Color temperature slider to set the opacity of the filter Screen mode Your device has several scre...

Page 129: ...nt easier to see 1 From Settings tap Display Screen zoom 2 Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust the zoom level Full screen apps You can choose which apps you want to use in the full screen aspect ratio From Settings tap Display Full screen apps and tap apps to enable this feature Screen timeout You can set the screen to turn off after a set amount of time From Settings tap Display Screen timeout ...

Page 130: ...d can be displayed when the screen is off From Settings tap Display Show charging information to enable Screen saver You can display colors or photos when the screen turns off or while charging 1 From Settings tap Display Screen saver 2 Choose 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 ...

Page 131: ...ures Motions and gestures Double tap to turn off screen to enable this feature Keep screen on while viewing Use the front camera to detect when you re looking at the screen to keep it turned on From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Keep screen on while viewing and tap to enable the feature One handed mode You can change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with...

Page 132: ... and sensitive data on your device For more information see Biometric security Set a secure screen lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock Pattern PIN or Password This is necessary to set 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 t...

Page 133: ... tap Lock screen for the following options Wallpaper services Enable additional features such as guide page and Dynamic Lock Screen Clock style Set the type and color of the clock on the Lock screen and Always On Display screen Roaming clock Show the time both where you are and at home while you are roaming Widgets Enable widgets on the Lock screen and Always On Display screen to get quick access ...

Page 134: ... to be deleted remotely A Samsung account is required and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My Mobile For more information visit samsung com us support owners app find my mobile Turn on Find My Mobile Before you can use the Find My Mobile feature you must turn it on and customize the options To access your device remotely visit findmymobile samsung com 1 From Settings ...

Page 135: ...ap Allow from this source TIP Installing unknown third party apps could make your device and personal data more vulnerable to security risks Secure Folder You can create a secure folder on your device to protect private content and apps from anyone who may be using your device You must sign in to your Samsung account to set up and use Secure folder From Settings tap Biometrics and security Secure ...

Page 136: ...be accessed from your device with a password 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Encrypt or decrypt SD card 2 Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card NOTE Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing an encrypted SD card Before initiating a Factory data reset make sure to decrypt the installed SD card first Decrypt SD ...

Page 137: ...or Credential storage You can manage the trusted security certificates installed on your device which verify the identity of servers for secure connections From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings for the following options Storage type Select a storage location for credential contents View security certificates Display certificates in your device s ROM and other certificat...

Page 138: ... other features of your device Security policy updates Keep your device secure by checking for security updates Permission manager Apps might access features of your device that you permit them to like the camera microphone or location when they are running in the background not just when you are using the app You can set your device to notify you when this happens 1 From Settings tap Privacy Perm...

Page 139: ...information about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems Location Location services use a combination of GPS mobile network and Wi Fi to determine the location of your device 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality App permissions Configure permissions for apps that want to ac...

Page 140: ...etooth 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 settings Location services Location services store and use your device s most recent location data Certain apps can use this data to improve your search...

Page 141: ...count 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 Account settings Each account has its own custom settings You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type Account settings and available features vary between account types From Settings tap Accounts and bac...

Page 142: ...ccount You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup 2 Under Google Drive tap Back up data External storage transfer You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device or restore backup data using Smart Switch For more information see Transfer data from an old device From Settings tap Accounts and backup External storage trans...

Page 143: ...g for malware To use the quick optimization feature From Settings tap Battery and device care Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for your various device activities From Settings tap Battery and device care Battery for the following options Usage since last full charge View your recent battery usage by time app and service Power saving mode Save battery life by limiting background ...

Page 144: ... card When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from the device you need to mount it before it can be accessed 1 From Settings tap Battery and device care Storage More options Advanced 2 Tap your SD card and then tap Mount Remove a memory card To prevent damage to informa...

Page 145: ... using memory Tap to include or exclude these apps and services Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this group Tap to include or exclude these apps and services Tap Excluded apps to view a list of apps that have been excluded Tap Add apps to choose apps to exclude from memory usage checks Advanced device care options Other Device care features are available in...

Page 146: ...d select a language from the list 3 Tap Set as default to change the device language To switch to another language on the list tap the desired language and then tap Apply Text to speech Configure your Text to Speech TTS options TTS is used for various accessibility features such as Voice Assistant From Settings tap General management Text to speech for options Preferred engine Choose either the Sa...

Page 147: ...y settings for Samsung voice input Keyboard button on navigation bar Enable a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device sold separately 1 From Settings tap General management 2 Tap Physical keyboard and then choose an option Show on screen keyboard Show the on screen keyboard whil...

Page 148: ...ce l Tap Settings to customize your service l Tap Autofill service to change your default service 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 upda...

Page 149: ...vice Software update Check for and install available software updates for your device Options may vary by carrier From Settings tap Software update for the following options Download and install Check for software updates and install if any are available Last update View information about the installation of the current software Reset Reset device and network settings You can also reset your devic...

Page 150: ... when the device restarts 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Auto restart at set times 2 Tap to activate Auto restart and then set the following parameters Days Select the day of the week to automatically restart your device Time Set the time of day to restart your device Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults erasing all data from your device This action perman...

Page 151: ...When the device restarts follow the prompts to set up your device Factory Reset Protection When you sign in to a Google Account on your device Factory Reset Protection FRP is activated FRP prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings without your permission For example if your device is lost or stolen and a factory data reset is performed only someone with your G...

Page 152: ... com Recommended for you TalkBack Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed services About Accessibility Recommended for you View a list of accessibility features that you are using and some recommended features you may want to enable From Settings tap Accessibility Recommended for you to view recommendations TalkBack Use special controls an...

Page 153: ...or 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 the keys and the background Highlight buttons 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 backg...

Page 154: ...features to assist with audial aspects of the device Options may vary by carrier 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...

Page 155: ...d subtitle services Sound notifications Receive alerts when the device detects a baby crying or a doorbell Interaction and dexterity You can configure Accessibility features to assist with limited dexterity when interacting with your device Alternate input You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an o...

Page 156: ...board Touch settings You can adjust your screen to be less sensitive to taps and touches From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Touch and hold delay Select a time interval for this action Tap duration Set how long an interaction must be held to be recognized as a tap Ignore repeated touches Set a time duration in which to ignore repeated touches Mouse and physi...

Page 157: ...eatures to open by quickly pressing the Side and Volume up keys at the same time Volume up and down keys Configure selected services to turn on when you press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds 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 ...

Page 158: ... is available in Settings From Settings tap Accessibility About Accessibility 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 Tips and help Android Auto Dual Messenger About phone Tips an...

Page 159: ... s USB port and plug the other end of the cable into your device 2 Your device may ask you to download the Android Auto app or update to the newest version of the app Follow the prompts and complete your setup 3 On your car s display select Android Auto and follow the prompts NOTE Your device s Bluetooth is turned on automatically when Android Auto is connected to your car through USB Dual Messeng...

Page 160: ...dware and software versions and more 1 From Settings tap About phone to 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 information 160 Settings ...

Page 161: ...arn 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 161 ...

Page 162: ... online Phone English samsung com 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 c...

Page 163: ...t children do not have access to services 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 2021 Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung Samsung Galaxy Multi Window Samsung Heal...

Page 164: ...ed files Screen images are simulated Appearance of device may vary The actual available 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 164 Legal information ...

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