Samsung Galaxy A53 5G User Manual Download

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Page 2: ...Emergency mode Customize your home screen App icons Wallpaper Themes Icons Widgets Home screen settings Easy mode Status bar Notification panel Quick settings Camera and Gallery Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Single take Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Gro...

Page 3: ...ns 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 External storage transfer Accessibility Recommended for you TalkBack Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed apps ...

Page 4: ...Getting started Galaxy A53 5G A53 5G UW Set up your device Start using your device 4 ...

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

Page 6: ...e are based on your carrier s specifications and network availability Contact your carrier for more details Charge your device Before turning on your device charge it fully Install SIM microSD card Place the SIM card and optional microSD card sold separately into the tray with the gold contacts facing up Getting started 6 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here ...

Page 7: ...ich tests submersion in fresh water deeper than 1 5 meters or keep it submerged for more than 30 minutes If device is exposed to fresh water dry it thoroughly with a clean soft cloth if exposed to liquid other than fresh water rinse with fresh water and dry as directed l Any device which uses accessible compartments or ports that can be opened should have these sealed or closed tightly to prevent ...

Page 8: ...S00076952 Start using your device Turn on your device Use the Setup Wizard Bring 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...

Page 9: ...oose a default language connect to a Wi Fi network set up accounts choose location services learn about your device s features and more Bring data from an old device Download 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 smartswitch for more informati...

Page 10: ... 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 10 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 11: ...nd tap an option l Quick launch camera default l Open app Press and hold Choose which feature is launched when you press 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 ...

Page 12: ...d account Google Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung 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...

Page 13: ...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 13 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 14: ...ough the Home screens or menu options Drag and drop 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 Getting started 14 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ...in l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out Touch and hold 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 Getting started 15 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 16: ... navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Getting started 16 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 17: ... Gesture hint 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 device is in portrait mode Customize your home screen The Home screen is the starting point for navigating your device You can place your favorite apps and widgets here in addition to setting ...

Page 18: ...ynamic Lock screen Color palette Choose a palette based on colors from your wallpaper Apply Dark mode to Wallpaper Enable to apply Dark mode to your wallpaper 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 ca...

Page 19: ...enu My stuff Icons to see downloaded icons 4 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 tap a widget set to open it 3 Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen and tap Add Customize Widgets Once you have added a widget you c...

Page 20: ... screen Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add new apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Hide apps Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens Return to this screen to restore hidden apps Hidden apps are still installed and can a...

Page 21: ...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 21 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 22: ...g Mute Vibrate Airplane 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 22 Getting started ...

Page 23: ...rds View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen 1 Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel To open an item tap it To clear a single notification drag the notification left or right Getting started 23 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 24: ...n panel 2 Swipe down again from the top of the screen to display Quick settings Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting Wi Fi Sound Bluetooth Auto rotate Airplane mode Do not disturb Power saving Location Eye comfort shield Dark mode Quick settings options The following options are available in Quick settings Finder search search the de...

Page 25: ...formation or change device settings based on where you are and what you are doing 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Bixby Routines 2 Tap Add routine and follow the prompts to create a new routine 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 r...

Page 26: ...Settings tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the following features Tap the Dashboard 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 Times opened Unlocks View how many times an app has been opened each day Your goals Screen time Set a screen time goal and...

Page 27: ...Display AOD 1 From Settings tap Lock screen Always On Display 2 Tap to enable the feature and then set the following options Choose when to show a clock and notifications on the screen when your device is not in use Clock style Change the style and color options for the clock on the Lock screen and Always on Display Show music information Show music details when the FaceWidgets music controller is...

Page 28: ...rn PIN or Password Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image Some conditions may affect face recognition including wearing glasses hats beards or heavy make up When registering your face ensure that you are in a well lit area and the camera lens is clean 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition 2 Follow the prompts to register your face Fa...

Page 29: ...ecuring your device with face recognition Fingerprint scanner Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account 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 p...

Page 30: ...n 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 About fingerprints Learn additional information about securing your device with fingerprints Biometrics settings Configure your preferences for biometric security options From Settings tap Biometrics and secu...

Page 31: ...pen 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 new notification App mirr...

Page 32: ...ntinue apps on other devices This feature allows you to pick up where you left off on your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account The Samsung Internet and Samsung Notes apps are supported 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 32 Get...

Page 33: ...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 33 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 34: ...reen view 1 Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows 2 Tap the middle of the window border for the following options Switch window Swap the two windows Add app combo to Edge panel Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Apps panel on the Edge screen 34 Getting started ...

Page 35: ...s feature Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels Apps panel You can add apps to the Apps panel 1 From any screen drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed 2 Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it You can also tap Options button All apps for the complete app list l To open additional windows in pop up view drag the ap...

Page 36: ...d location To remove an app tap Remove 3 Tap Back to save changes Configure Edge panels You can customize the Edge panels 1 From Settings tap Display Edge panels Panels 2 The following options are available Checkbox Enable or disable each panel Edit if available Configure individual panels Search Find panels that are either installed or available to install More options Reorder Change the order of...

Page 37: ...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 the Edge handle Size Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle Width Drag the slider to adjust the width of the Edge handle About Edge panels You can view the current software version and li...

Page 38: ...Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Getting started 38 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 39: ... Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language Samsung Pass Use biometrics for quick secure access to your personal data and online accounts Spotify Add music from Spotify YouTube Add videos from YouTube Emojis Insert an emoji GIFs Add animated GIFs Bitmoji Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers Mojitok Create your own stickers or insert automatical...

Page 40: ...ext recommendations Suggest text corrections Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections Text shortcuts Create shortcuts for frequently used phrases 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 bet...

Page 41: ...t to use Enable third party keyboard features l Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data l About Samsung keyboard View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard l Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members 41 Getting started ...

Page 42: ...ing enter text by speaking From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input and speak your text Return to keyboard Open settings Getting started 42 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 43: ...ess 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 mode 1 Press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time 2 T...

Page 44: ...y 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 apps Add or remove apps from the screen Emergency contacts Manage your medical profile and ICE In Case of Emergency group c...

Page 45: ...using the Camera 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 Single take 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 46: ...mera app From Apps tap Camera TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app Shooting modes Settings Gallery Switch cameras Capture Zoom Camera and Gallery 46 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 47: ... mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes From Camera swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes Fun Change your look and reimagine your world with unique Snapchat Lenses Portrait Adjust the background of your shots for portrait photos Photo Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures Video Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for vid...

Page 48: ...on 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 Studio Use AR tools to create and customize your My Emoji avatar ...

Page 49: ...m Camera swipe to Video 2 Tap Record 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 Camera settings Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera s settings From Camera tap Settings for the following options Intellige...

Page 50: ...to save space Other devices or sharing sites may not support playback of this format General Auto HDR Capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots Grid lines Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or 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 zoo...

Page 51: ... tone when taking a picture Show Snapchat Lenses in Fun mode Enable to add Snapchat filters and lenses to Fun mode Privacy Notice View Samsung s privacy information Permissions View required and optional permissions for the Camera app Reset settings Reset the Camera settings Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members About Camera View app and software information 51 Camera and Gall...

Page 52: ... 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 52 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 53: ...of the background in your portrait photos by dragging the slider Copy to clipboard Copy the image to paste in another app Set as wallpaper Set the picture as wallpaper Move to Secure Folder Move the picture 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...

Page 54: ...dit information about the video Open in Video player View this video in the default video player 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 use the following tools Audio Adju...

Page 55: ... use for sharing your selection Follow the prompts Delete pictures and videos Delete 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 retur...

Page 56: ...d 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 Screen recorder 2 Choose a sou...

Page 57: ...er 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 l Selfie video size Drag the slider to set the size of the video overlay l Show taps and touches Enable to indicate screen taps and touches in a recording 57 Camera and Gallery ...

Page 58: ...Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 58 ...

Page 59: ... 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 60: ... 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 61: ...The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over the air to your device during setup Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store Options may vary by carrier AR Zone Bixby Galaxy Store Galaxy Wearable Game Launcher Samsung Free Samsung Global Goals Samsung TV Plus SmartThings Tips Calculator Calendar Clock Contacts Internet Messages My Files Phone Samsung Health Samsung...

Page 62: ...or more information on Game Launcher visit samsung com us support owners app game launcher TIP If Game Launcher is not seen in the Apps list then from Settings tap Advanced features Game Launcher and then tap Samsung 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 c...

Page 63: ...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 63 Apps ...

Page 64: ...d scientific math functions as well as a unit converter History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Scientific mode Apps 64 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 65: ... various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Tap to view event Navigation drawer Add event Go to today s date Stickers Apps 65 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 66: ...otification 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 selected above the following sound options are available Short sound Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles Long sound Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style Create an event Use...

Page 67: ...e Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Turn alarm on or off Add alarm Apps 67 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 68: ...uses vibration alert Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm TIP To add your sleep schedule create a bedtime reminder and automatically put your device in Bedtime mode tap More options Set bedtime and wake up time Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created 1 From Clock touch and hold an alarm 2 Tap Delete Alert se...

Page 69: ...me and add to your list of cities Search Find a particular city 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 69 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 70: ...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 71: ... 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 vibration for the timer Show mini timer Show a pop up window of the timer when the Clock app is minimized General settings View and configure settin...

Page 72: ... 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 72 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 73: ...e 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 Share as file or Share as text 4 Choose a sh...

Page 74: ... 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 Show navigation menu Groups and then tap a group To remove a contact touch and hold a contact to select it and then tap Remove...

Page 75: ... navigation menu Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Delete group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Delete group and move members to the trash Manage contacts You can import or export contacts as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry Merge contacts Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one ...

Page 76: ... Show navigation menu Manage contacts 2 Tap Import or export contacts 3 Tap Export and follow the prompts Sync contacts Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts 1 From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Manage contacts 2 Tap Sync contacts 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 cont...

Page 77: ...atures with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker Access Bookmarks Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs Reload webpage TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information Apps 77 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 78: ...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 79: ...ecret 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 mode data and restore def...

Page 80: ...ssages tap Compose 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 80 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 81: ...he 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 sele...

Page 82: ...harge for receiving an Emergency alert message From Settings tap Safety and emergency Wireless Emergency Alerts to customize notifications for emergency alerts TIP You can also access Emergency alerts in Notifications From Settings tap Notifications Advanced settings Wireless Emergency Alerts 82 Apps ...

Page 83: ...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 83 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 84: ...y depending on the services you sign in to Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage My Files settings Use My Files settings to customize your file management options and more Options may vary by carrier From My Files tap More options Settings for the following options Cloud accounts Connect to and manage your cloud services File management Customize how files are displayed delete...

Page 85: ... features Contact your carrier for more information The actual appearance of the Phone app screen and available options varies by carrier Access voicemail Make a video call Make a call Apps 85 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 86: ... 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 87: ...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 88: ...round for the following options Layout Choose how to show caller info when the person has a profile picture Background Choose a photo to display during a 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 ...

Page 89: ... 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 are sent directly to your voicem...

Page 90: ...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 91: ...and service plan 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 or the On hold number to switch between the two calls Tap Merge to hear both callers at once multi conferencing...

Page 92: ...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 mitigatio...

Page 93: ...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 94: ... 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 Add an attachment Assign a title Navigate up Apps 94 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 95: ...o create content while audio is being recorded Edit notes Make edits to notes you create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit and make changes 3 When you are finished tap Navigate up Notes options You can edit sort or manage notes From Samsung Notes the following options are available Import PDFs Open a PDF in Samsung Notes Search Search for a keyword More options Edit Select note...

Page 96: ...ed For support visit samsung com us support owners app samsung pay From Samsung Pay tap Get started and follow the prompts NOTE For added security your credit and debit card information is not stored on a cloud service If you are using the Samsung Pay app on multiple devices you must sign in to the app and confirm all payment cards on each device Some card issuers may limit the number of devices U...

Page 97: ...ith Samsung Pay Purchase send and redeem gift cards from an expanding selection of your favorite retailers To view the list of supported banks and gift card merchants visit samsung com us samsung pay compatible cards bank Secure your information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices Payments are authorized with your fingerprint ...

Page 98: ...nd 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 cross platform video calls on phones and tablets smart devices and on the web Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Goog...

Page 99: ... learn 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 Messages Send and receive messages over Wi Fi or data with Google s official app for texting and chat Visit support google com messages to learn more Photos Store and back up your photos and videos au...

Page 100: ...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 100 Apps ...

Page 101: ...look 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 Show formatting options Apps 101 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 102: ...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 102 Apps ...

Page 103: ...Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings 103 ...

Page 104: ...e 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 Connect...

Page 105: ...mera 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 Sync with Samsung Cloud account Sync Wi Fi profiles with your Samsung account Switch ...

Page 106: ...ttings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap More options Wi Fi Direct 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...

Page 107: ...anced 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 account Sync files transferred through Bluetooth with your Samsung account l Phone name Change the name of your device for Bluetooth connections l Received files View a list of files received using Bluetooth l Music Share Let f...

Page 108: ...four 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...

Page 109: ...o configure your device s ability to connect to mobile networks and use mobile data Options may vary by carrier From Settings tap Connections Mobile networks Data roaming access Configure access to mobile networks while roaming Roaming state Enable or disable data while roaming on other mobile networks Signal strength View mobile signal strength Access Point Names Choose or add APNs which have the...

Page 110: ...ata from your plan Mobile data only apps Set apps to always use mobile data even when your device is connected to Wi Fi Alert me about data usage Enable alerts for when your mobile data usage reaches the amount you chose 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 ...

Page 111: ...another device to your Mobile hotspot by scanning a QR code instead of entering a password 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 Configure for the following settings Network name View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot Security Choose the se...

Page 112: ... and tethering 2 Tap an option Tap Bluetooth tethering to share your device s Internet connection using Bluetooth Connect the computer to the device using a USB cable and then tap USB tethering Connect the computer to the device using an Ethernet adapter and then tap Ethernet tethering Nearby device scanning Easily set up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning ...

Page 113: ...he connection information from your VPN administrator 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap More options Add VPN profile 3 Enter the VPN network information provided by your network administrator and tap Save Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap Settings next to a VP...

Page 114: ...e a private DNS connection 3 Tap Save Ethernet If wireless network connection is not available you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to a local network 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to your device 2 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Ethernet and follow the prompts TIP You need an adapter not included to connect an Ethernet cable to your device 114 Settings ...

Page 115: ...ringing Set your device to vibrate in addition 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 Vibrations You can control how and when yo...

Page 116: ...r media Set the default action of the Volume keys to control the media sound volume rather than whichever 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 or headphones not included 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volu...

Page 117: ...g the App settings menu System sound themes Choose a sound theme to use for touch interactions charging changing the sound mode and Samsung Keyboard and more From Settings tap Sounds and vibration System sound and choose an available option System sounds and vibration Customize your device s sounds and vibrations for actions like tapping the screen and charging the device Options may vary by carri...

Page 118: ...only be available with a headset connected From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects for the following options Dolby Atmos Experience breakthrough audio that flows above and around you Dolby Atmos for gaming Apply Dolby Atmos optimized for gaming Equalizer Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music or manually change your audio settings 1 From Set...

Page 119: ...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 sounds like notifications Connect 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...

Page 120: ...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 121: ...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 122: ...Notification reminders Enable and customize 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 emergenc...

Page 123: ...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 124: ...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 125: ...play 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 You can also hide the camera cutout area with a black bar From Settings tap Display Full screen apps and tap apps to enable this feature and customize options Screen timeout You can set the screen to turn off after a set amount of time F...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...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 128: ...ng Privacy Google Privacy Location Screen lock types You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high medium or no security Swipe Pattern PIN Password and None NOTE Biometric locks are also available to protect access to your device 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...

Page 129: ...p Done to exit the menu 4 Configure the following screen lock options Smart Lock Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected A secure screen lock is required for this feature Secure lock settings Customize your secure lock settings A secure screen lock is required for this feature Always On Display Enable the Always On Display screen For more informa...

Page 130: ... apps and device for security risks and threats From Settings tap Biometrics and security Google Play Protect Updates are checked for automatically Security update You can easily check the date of the last installed 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 ...

Page 131: ...u can protect your device from loss or theft by allowing your device to be locked tracked online and for your data to be deleted remotely A Google Account is required and Google location service must be turned on 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Find My Device If you are not logged in to a Google Account tap Find My Device won t work and follow the prompts to sign in 2 The following opt...

Page 132: ... and follow the prompts to add files Install unknown apps You can allow installation of unknown third party apps from selected apps or sources 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Install unknown apps 2 Tap to allow installation from an app or source TIP Installing unknown third party apps could make your device and personal data more vulnerable to security risks Encrypt or decrypt SD card ...

Page 133: ...ock your SIM card which prevents unauthorized use of your SIM card if someone attempts to use it in another device Options may vary by carrier From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts Tap Lock SIM card to turn on the feature Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN View passwords You can have characters displayed briefly in pa...

Page 134: ...ontents from the device and reset the password Certificate management app Select a certification management app for credential contents Advanced security settings You can use these options to configure advanced security settings to better protect your device From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings for the following options Trust agents Allow trusted devices to perform sel...

Page 135: ... to the camera microphone and clipboard 1 From Settings tap Privacy 2 Under Controls and alerts tap the following options to enable or disable Microphone access Allow apps to use the microphone if they have the appropriate permissions Alert when clipboard accessed Get an alert when an app accesses content copied to the clipboard Samsung Privacy Send diagnostic information about your device to Sams...

Page 136: ...sions for apps that want to access your location information 1 From Settings tap Location App permissions 2 Tap an app and chose which location permissions to grant it Options vary by app Location services Location services store and use your device s most recent location data Certain apps can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited 1 From Settings tap Lo...

Page 137: ...n account Account settings Remove an account Backup and restore Google settings 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 Manage 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 up...

Page 138: ...t to back up your data Restore data Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data Google Account 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 ...

Page 139: ...ing 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 Save battery life by limiting background net...

Page 140: ...emory 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 2 Swipe the screen to SD card and then tap Mount Remove a memory card To prevent damage to information s...

Page 141: ...ore to view the full list of apps and services 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 Tap RAM Plus to select how...

Page 142: ...age then it will move to the next supported language in your list 1 From Settings tap General management Language 2 Tap Add language and 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...

Page 143: ...ice typing Legacy Modify settings for Google Voice input Samsung voice input Modify 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 ...

Page 144: ...g on how fast you move your mouse Pointer size and color Change the pointer size and color Primary mouse button Choose either the Left or Right mouse button to be your primary button Secondary button Choose the action of your secondary mouse button Middle button Choose the action of your middle mouse button Additional button 1 Choose an action for another available mouse button Additional button 2...

Page 145: ...tic time zone Use the time zone provided by your mobile network Select time zone Choose a new time zone Set time zone based on location Receive time updates based on your location Use 24 hour format Set the format for displaying time Customization service Samsung devices apps and services are designed to provide you with customized services by predicting your desires and needs in a smart and intel...

Page 146: ... Use software upgrade assistant Install a tool to install system updates Reset Reset device and network settings You can also reset your device to its factory defaults Reset all settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings which resets everything except the security language and account settings Personal data is not affected 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset ...

Page 147: ...y to restart your device Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults erasing all data from your device This action permanently erases ALL data from the device including Google or other account settings system and application data and settings downloaded applications as well as your music photos videos and other files Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected If yo...

Page 148: ...unt information to verify your identity For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00083965 Enable Google Device Protection Adding a Google Account to your device and setting a Lock screen automatically activates Google Device Protection Disable Google Device Protection To disable Google Device Protection you can either remove all Google Accounts from the device or remove the Lock...

Page 149: ...dexterity Advanced settings Installed apps About Accessibility Contact us 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 and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the screen 1 From Settings tap A...

Page 150: ...ight buttons are turned on High contrast theme Adjust colors and screen fonts to increase the contrast for easier viewing High contrast fonts Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background High contrast keyboard Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background Highlight buttons Show button...

Page 151: ...ccessories not included Font size and style Configure screen fonts Screen zoom Configure the screen zoom level Hearing enhancements You can configure Accessibility 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 t...

Page 152: ...ce for connected audio and device speakers 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 option Universal switch Control your device with your customized ...

Page 153: ...keyboard 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 ph...

Page 154: ...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 155: ...ccessibility software version Open source licenses View information for the open source licenses used for Accessibility Contact us If you have any questions or problems while using your device access community forums error reports remote support and more through Samsung Members if supported by your carrier From Settings tap Accessibility Contact us Other settings Configure features on your device ...

Page 156: ...uto 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 Messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Dual Messenger 2 Tap next to sup...

Page 157: ...s in your contacts to share or allow anyone nearby to share with you Convert videos to compatible format HDR10 and high resolution videos will be converted to standard resolution videos Link sharing history View sharing history for your Samsung account Use Wi Fi only Tap to enable Quick Share only when connected to Wi Fi Auto delete expired files Tap to select an option to manage how your files ar...

Page 158: ... 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 Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind Additional licensing fee may be required For more information about Knox please refer to samsung com u...

Page 159: ...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 159 ...

Page 160: ...om us support legal mobile Spanish samsung com us support legal mobile 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...

Page 161: ...Management DRM technology to verify you have the right to use the files Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM protected files Screen images are simulated Appearance of device may vary Descriptions are based on the device s default settings Some content may differ depending on carrier model or software The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the spec...

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