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Settings

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Software update

Update your device’s software via the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also 
schedule software updates.
On the Settings screen, tap 

Software update

.

•  

Download and install

: Check for and install updates manually.

•  

Auto download over WLAN

: Set the device to download updates automatically when 

connected to a Wi-Fi network.

•  

Last update

: View information about the last software update.

The device supports only authorised operating system updates. Do not update an 
unauthorised operating system. Doing so may make your personal information 
vulnerable to leakage or theft.
If emergency software updates are released for your device’s security and to block new 
types of security threats, they will be installed automatically without your agreement.

Security updates information

Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your 
personal information. For security updates for your model, visit 

security.samsungmobile.com

.

The website supports only some languages.

About phone

Access your device’s information.
On the Settings screen, tap 

About phone

.

To change your device’s name, tap 

Edit

.

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Status information

: View various device information, such as the SIM card status, Wi-Fi 

MAC address, and serial number.

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Legal information

: View legal information related to the device, such as safety 

information and the open source licence.

•  

Software information

: View the device’s software information, such as its operating 

system version and firmware version.

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Preloaded apps

: View the preloaded apps list.

•  

Battery information

: View the device’s battery status and information.

Summary of Contents for Galaxy F52

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL www samsung com cn English CHN 05 2021 Rev 1 0 部分内容可能会与实际设备有所不同 若要了解有关使用设备的更准确信息 请将简体中文设置为默认语言 然后参阅用户手册 ...

Page 2: ...en 31 Notification panel 33 Screen capture and screen record 34 Entering text Apps and features 37 Installing or uninstalling apps 38 Phone 41 Contacts 43 Messages 45 Internet 46 Camera 55 Gallery 59 Bixby 61 Bixby Home 62 Bixby Routines 64 BixbyTouch 65 Multi window 67 Samsung Health 68 Samsung Notes 69 Samsung Members 69 Samsung Kids 70 Galaxy Shop 70 GalaxyThemes 70 GalaxyWearable 71 Calendar 7...

Page 3: ... 85 Mobile data only apps 85 Mobile Hotspot 86 More connection settings 87 Sounds and vibration 87 Sound quality and effects 88 Separate app sound 88 Notifications 88 Display 89 Motion smoothness 90 Wallpaper 90 Themes 90 Home screen 90 Lock screen 91 Smart Lock 91 Biometrics and security 92 Face recognition 94 Fingerprint recognition 96 Privacy 97 Location 97 Accounts and backup 98 Samsung Cloud ...

Page 4: ...s images and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media You may incur additional charges for data services such as messaging uploading and downloading auto syncing or using location services depending on your data...

Page 5: ...C you can view the FCC ID of the device To view the FCC ID launch the Settings app and tap About phone Status information If your device does not have an FCC ID it means that the device has not been authorised for sale in the U S or its territories and may only be brought to the U S for the owner s personal use The use of mobile devices on aeroplanes or ships may be subject to federal and local gu...

Page 6: ...maged Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung approved one The advanced charging feature is only available on supported models When the device heats up during use When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while The fol...

Page 7: ...ing the battery with a damaged USB cable When the device s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials such as liquid dust metal powder and pencil lead When you are roaming Do the following when the device heats up Keep the device updated with the latest software Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up Restart the device Deactivate theWi Fi GPS and Bluetooth...

Page 8: ... the device will turn off Do not use the device until the device s temperature drops below the specified level If the second warning message appears during an emergency call the call will not be disconnected by a forced shut down Precautions for operating environment Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions Use caution to avoid shortening the battery s lifespan da...

Page 9: ...mpatible with other devices You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase Use only Samsung approved accessories Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufa...

Page 10: ...Side key Fingerprint recognition sensor Volume key Touchscreen Front camera Proximity Light sensor Multipurpose jack USBType C Earphone jack SIM card Memory card tray Receiver Rear camera Flash Main antenna Microphone Speaker GPS antenna ...

Page 11: ... foreign materials with a sharp object the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device If you cover the device s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using c...

Page 12: ... key Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device Setting the Side key Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the Side key Launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Side key and then select an option you want Soft buttons Back button Home button Recents button When you turn on the screen the...

Page 13: ...Micro USB cable To save energy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power Wired charging Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and plug the cable into the device s multipurpose jack to charge the battery After fully charging disconnect the charger from the device...

Page 14: ...n to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as a computer may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current The device can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the device receive...

Page 15: ...ently from the tray slot 3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards and gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot Use only a nano SIM card Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen card...

Page 16: ...ther card cannot be used to receive new calls These situations apply to voice and video calls Preferred SIM card Select to use specific SIM cards for some features such as voice calls when two cards are activated More SIM card settings Customise the call settings Memory card microSD card Installing a memory card Your device s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards ma...

Page 17: ...mory card may leave or fall out of the tray If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet your device may be damaged Always make sure the tray is dry Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a different file system the device will as...

Page 18: ... be compatible with the device Format the memory card on the device Launch the Settings app and tap General management Storage More settings SD card Format Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card The manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions Turning the device on and off Follow all posted...

Page 19: ...mergency call send your current location information to others sound an emergency alarm and more To activate emergency mode press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously and then tap Emergency mode Alternatively open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode tap Turn off Emergency mode Emergency calls cannot be made if a SIM...

Page 20: ... to your Samsung account If you do not have a Samsung account tap Create account Finding your ID and resetting your password If you forget your Samsung account ID or password tap Find ID or Reset password on the Samsung account sign in screen You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter the required information Signing out of your Samsung account When you sign out of your Samsung ac...

Page 21: ...ce 2 When the app selection pop up window appears tap Smart Switch Receive data 3 In the previous device tap Allow If you do not have the app download it from Galaxy Store Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear 4 Select an item to bring and tap Transfer Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files Doing so m...

Page 22: ...m a computer Transfer data between your device and a computer You must download the Smart Switch computer version app from www samsung com cn support smart switch Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device 1 On the computer visit www samsung com cn support smart switch to download Smart Switch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous devic...

Page 23: ...or pinch on the screen Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction To avoid damaging the touchscreen do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so ...

Page 24: ...apps Home Tap to return to the Home screen Tap and hold to launch a preset app Back Tap to return to the previous screen Hiding the navigation bar View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar Launch the Settings app tap Display Navigation bar and then tap Swipe gestures under Navigation type The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear Tap More optio...

Page 25: ... empty area and then tap Settings Home screen layout Home and Apps screens Apply To open the Apps screen swipe upwards on the Home screen To return to the Home screen swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen Alternatively tap the Home button or the Back button Home screen Apps screen Finder Favourite apps If you add the Apps button on the Home screen you can open the Apps screen by tapping th...

Page 26: ...e the device s theme Visual elements of interface such as colours icons and wallpapers will change depending on the selected theme Widgets Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Select a widget and tap Add The widget will be added on the Home screen Settings Configure settings for the Home screen such as the screen...

Page 27: ... apps On the Home screen tap and hold an app and then drag it over another app A new folder containing the selected apps will be created Tap Folder name and enter a folder name Adding more apps Tap on the folder Tick the apps to add and tap Done You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder Moving apps from a folder Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location Deleting a folder Tap and ...

Page 28: ...d features from the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen If the Edge panel handle is not visible launch the Settings app tap Display and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it Edge panel handle Edge panel Edge panel settings ...

Page 29: ... information by preventing others from accessing your device After setting the screen lock method the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit Launch the Settings app tap Lock screen Secure lock settings unlock the screen using the pres...

Page 30: ...imedia message Alarm activated Mute mode Vibration mode Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery charging Battery power level The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps To display the status bar drag down from the top of the screen Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel The indicator icons may appear differently depend...

Page 31: ...nctions on the notification panel View the notification details and perform various actions Clear all notifications Launch Settings Access the notification settings Quick setting buttons Control connected nearby devices and Samsung Connect devices and scenes Control media on your device and connected nearby devices Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features ...

Page 32: ...e 1 Open the notification panel and tap Media 2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback To continue playback on another device tap and select the device you want Controlling nearby devices Launch quickly and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used Samsung Connect devices and scenes on the notification panel 1 Open the notification panel and tap Devices Nearby c...

Page 33: ...ing is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Motions and gestures and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it After capturing a screenshot use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page such as a webpage When you tap the screen will automatically scroll down and more...

Page 34: ...pp and tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text Break to the next line Change the input language Delete a preceding character Enter symbols Enter numbers Additional keyboard functions Enter a space View more keyboard functions Text entry is not supported in some languages To enter text you must change t...

Page 35: ...nyin mode Pinyin 3 x 4 Switch to 3x4 pinyin mode To enter a character tap the corresponding key and select characters from the left side Shuangpin Switch to shuangpin mode To view the character input map tap Chinese input options Manage Shuangpin keyboard Stroke Switch to stroke mode Tap stroke keys to enter a character Tap when you are unsure about which stroke to enter Wubi Switch to wubi mode S...

Page 36: ...or model Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Drag or to select the desired text or tap Select all to select all text 3 Tap Copy or Cut The selected text is copied to the clipboard 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste To paste text that you have previously copied tap Clipboard and select the text ...

Page 37: ...nstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option Uninstall Uninstall downloaded apps Disable Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device Some apps may not support this feature Enabling apps Launch the Settings app tap Apps Disabled OK select an app and then tap Enable Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly they may need permission...

Page 38: ...rmissions to apps the basic features of the apps may not function properly Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls Making calls 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad 2 Enter a phone number 3 Tap to make a voice call or tap to make a video call Preview the phone number More options Delete a preceding character Search for a contact Change the SIM or USIM card Add the number to the co...

Page 39: ...0 and up tap the first digit s of the number and then tap and hold the last digit For example if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number tap 1 tap 2 and then tap and hold 3 Making calls usingYellow Pages You can easily search for businesses and then call them using the call ID data provided by Yellow Pages Launch the Phone app tap Yellow Pages tap enter numbers or characters in the search fi...

Page 40: ...ations The calls will be logged in the blocked call log To view the log tap Logs You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID Tap Settings and tap the Block anonymous calls switch to activate the feature Options during calls Record Record a call conversation When you record a call conversation the file will be saved to My Files Internal storage Call Hold call Hold...

Page 41: ...them from other storages to your device 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import or export contacts Import 2 Follow the on screen instructions to import contacts Syncing contacts with your web accounts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts such as your Samsung account 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and select th...

Page 42: ... Searching for contacts Launch the Contacts app Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria Tap the contact Then take one of the following actions Make a voice call Make a video call Compose a message Compose an email Deleting contacts 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Delete contacts 2 Select contacts and tap Delete To delete contacts one by one tap a contact from the contacts l...

Page 43: ...eamline your contacts list 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Merge contacts 2 Tick contacts and tap Merge Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming Sending messages 1 Launch the Messages app and tap 2 Add recipients and enter a message To record and send a voice message tap an...

Page 44: ...ersations 2 On the messages list select a contact or a phone number To reply to the message tap the message input field enter a message and then tap To adjust the font size spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen Deleting messages Tap and hold a message to delete then tap Delete Changing message settings Launch the Messages app tap Settings You can block unwanted messages change notificati...

Page 45: ...bpage Open the homepage Move between pages More options Refresh the current webpage Manage tabs Use secret mode View your bookmarks Using secret mode If you set a password for secret mode you can prevent others from viewing your search history browsing history bookmarks and saved pages 1 Tap Turn on Secret mode 2 Tap the Lock Secret mode switch to activate it tap Start and then set a password for ...

Page 46: ...e Camera app You can also launch the app by pressing the Side key twice quickly or dragging to the left on the locked screen Some camera features are not available when you launch the Camera app from the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set The camera automatically shuts off when unused Some methods may not be available depending on the service provide...

Page 47: ...ke appear blurry clean the camera lens and try again Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated Otherwise the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions Your device s camera features a wide angle lens Minor distortion may occur in wide angle pictures or videos and does not indicate device performance problems The maximum capacity for recording a video may ...

Page 48: ...nd tap the Floating Shutter button switch to activate it Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen use the following options Activate or deactivate the flash Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a picture Select an aspect ratio and resolution for pictures Select a frame rate Select an aspect ratio for videos Select a resolution for videos Apply a filte...

Page 49: ...imised colour and effect will be applied If this feature is not activated tap on the preview screen and tap the Scene optimiser switch to activate it Taking selfies You can take self portraits with the front camera 1 On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards or tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 Face the front camera lens To take self portraits with a wide angle shot of ...

Page 50: ...es are for fast moving or poorly lit objects However higher ISO settings can result in noise in pictures Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life colour range You can set the colour temperature Change the exposure value This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives For low light situations use a higher exposure Panorama mode Using panorama mode take a series ...

Page 51: ...icture Night mode Take a picture in low light conditions without using the flash When you use a tripod you can get brighter and steadier results 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE NIGHT 2 Tap and hold your device steady until shooting is complete Portrait mode The camera allows you to take pictures where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly 1 On the shooting modes list t...

Page 52: ...an specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE SLOW MOTION and tap to record a video 2 When you are finished recording tap to stop 3 On the preview screen tap the preview thumbnail Hyperlapse mode Record scenes such as passing people or cars and view them as fast motion videos 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE HYPERLAPSE 2 Tap and select a ...

Page 53: ...een and hold it HEIF pictures Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format HEIF Selfies Use wide angle for group selfies Set the device to automatically switch to a wide angle selfie when there are more than two people in the frame Save selfies as previewed Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them Videos Video ...

Page 54: ...u upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the location tag setting Shooting methods Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or recording a video Settings to keep Keep the last settings you used such as the shooting mode when you launch the camera Storage location Select the memory location for storage This feature will appear when you insert a memory card Watermark Add...

Page 55: ...features 55 Gallery Introduction View images and videos stored in your device You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories Using Gallery Launch the Gallery app Search for images More options ...

Page 56: ... image Share the image with others Image and video thumbnail Modify the image Add the image to favourites View the content on a large screen using the SmartView feature Cropping enlarged images 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Spread two fingers apart on the area you want to save and tap The cropped area will be saved as a file Saved image thumbnail ...

Page 57: ...the content on a large screen using the SmartView feature Configure the caption settings Rewind or fast forward by dragging the bar Create an animated GIF More options Rotate the screen Skip to the next video Tap and hold to fast forward Pause and resume playback Change the screen ratio Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness or drag your finger...

Page 58: ...n create stories Launch the Gallery app tap Stories and then select a story To add or delete images or videos select a story and tap Add or Edit Deleting images or videos Launch the Gallery app tap and hold an image a video or a story to delete and then tap Delete Using the recycle bin feature You can keep the deleted images and videos in the recycle bin The files will be deleted after a certain p...

Page 59: ...instructions the Bixby screen will appear Using Bixby While pressing and holding the Side key say what you want to Bixby and then release your finger from the key Alternatively say Hi Bixby and say what you want For example while pressing and holding the Side key say How s the weather today The weather information will appear on the screen If you want to know the weather tomorrow while pressing an...

Page 60: ... Bixby switch to activate it 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Now you can say Hi Bixby and start a conversation Communicating by typing text If your voice is not recognised due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where speaking is difficult you can communicate with Bixby via text Launch the Bixby app tap and then type what you want During the communication B...

Page 61: ...he Bixby Home screen will appear When launching this feature for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Upcoming reminder More options Recommended content If you want to deactivate Bixby Home tap and hold an empty area or pinch your fingers together on the Home screen Then swipe to the right on the screen and tap the Bixby Home switc...

Page 62: ...Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines 2 On the Discover list select a routine you want or tap Add routine to add your own routines You can set the conditions and actions of routines on the Discover list If you want to set the routine s running condition to manual tap Start manually This option will appear only when there are no running conditions set When a pop up window...

Page 63: ...ton whenever you want Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines My routines and tap next to the routine you want to run Alternatively tap the routine s widget on the Home screen Viewing running routines Currently running routines will appear on the notification panel To view a routine s details tap the notification You can also quickly stop running routines On the notificati...

Page 64: ...mplete BixbyTouch will start analysing the content and an animation will appear while it is analysing After analysis is complete available options or related information will appear If you release your finger before the circle is complete analysis will be cancelled 2 Select the words and option you want Extracted words Related information Available options If this feature is deactivated launch the...

Page 65: ...creen view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 On the apps list select another app to launch Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 While using an app drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen 2 Tap and hold an app drag it to the left and then drop it where Drop here ...

Page 66: ... to adjust the size of the windows When you drag the circles between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of the screen the window will be maximised Pop up view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in pop up view The app screen will appear in the pop up view If you tap the Home button while using a pop...

Page 67: ...unch the Samsung Health app When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup To edit items on the Samsung Health home screen tap Manage items at the bottom of the home cards list Home cards View health tips Monitor your health and fitness Compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users or co...

Page 68: ...nto your notes Creating notes 1 Launch the Samsung Notes app tap and then create a note You can change the input method by tapping or Enter a title Insert files Reading mode 2 When you are finished composing the note tap the Back button to save it If you want to save the note in another file format tap Save as file Deleting notes Tap and hold a note to delete and tap Delete ...

Page 69: ...ation panel swipe downwards and then tap Kids to activate it If you cannot find Kids on the quick panel tap and drag the button over to add it When starting Samsung Kids for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup On the Samsung Kids screen select the app you want to use Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used ...

Page 70: ...mes app GalaxyWearable GalaxyWearable is an app that allows you to manage your wearable devices When you connect your device to the wearable device you can customise the wearable device s settings and apps Launch the GalaxyWearable app Tap Get started to connect your device to the wearable device Follow the on screen instructions to finish the setup Refer to the wearable device s user manual for m...

Page 71: ...ap 2 Enter event details and tap Save Syncing events with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and then select the account to sync with 2 Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to activate it To add accounts to sync with launch the Calendar app and tap Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added a blue circle...

Page 72: ...ll be added to the Home screen Creating reminders 1 Launch the Reminder app 2 Tap Write a reminder or enter the details and then tap Save Completing reminders On the reminders list select a reminder and tap Complete Restoring reminders Restore reminders that have been completed 1 On the reminders list tap Completed 2 Select a category and tap Edit 3 Select a reminder to restore and tap Restore Rem...

Page 73: ...uency View the list of favourite stations Turn the FM radio on or off Enter radio frequency manually Record audio from the FM radio Search for stations Playing through the speaker You can listen to the radio through the speaker instead of the connected earphone Tap Play through speaker Voice Recorder Record or play voice recordings 1 Launch the Voice Recorder app 2 Tap to start recording Speak int...

Page 74: ... to set the voice memo system language My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device Launch the My Files app To check for unnecessary data and free up the device s storage tap Analyse storage To search for files or folders tap Clock Set alarms check the current time in many cities around the world time an event or set a specific duration Launch the Clock app Calculator Perform simp...

Page 75: ...e not covered by the Samsung warranty When errors or defects occur on the connected devices contact the device s manufacturer Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options The following actions are an example of sharing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap and select a sharing method you want You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile n...

Page 76: ...s only Only allow Samsung users in your contacts to share with your device Everyone Allow any nearby devices to share with your device Link Sharing Share large files Upload files to the Samsung storage server and share them with others via a Web link 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap Share as link The link for the image will be created 3 Select a sharing option SmartView View your...

Page 77: ...evice is not in use Tap Automation Auto optimise daily and tap the switch to activate it If you want to set the time to perform auto optimisation tap Time Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device For devices with low battery levels conserve battery power by activating power saving features Launch the Smart Manager app and tap Battery Power saving mode Activate power sav...

Page 78: ...ung website Memory Launch the Smart Manager app and tap Memory To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background tick apps from the apps list and tap Clean now Device protection Check the device s security status This feature scans your device for malware Launch the Smart Manager app and tap Device protection Scan phone Data usage Check the device s data usage amount You can custo...

Page 79: ...sung Assistant screen tap Assistant 2 Select a task type and enter task details and reminder time 3 Tap SAVE to save the task You will receive the assistant card at the time or location you set If you receive a hotel or a flight booking confirmation by text message a reservation card will appear automatically in the Samsung Assistant app You can receive flight status notifications on your day of d...

Page 80: ...nd features 80 Using life services You can use convenient life services to do things like making hotel reservations or tracking deliveries On the Samsung Assistant screen tap Life and select a service to use ...

Page 81: ...h On the Settings screen tap Connections WLAN Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices Refer toWLAN for more information Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices Refer to Bluetooth for more information Flight mode Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device You can...

Page 82: ... hotspot to share the device s mobile data connection with other devices For more information about the mobile hotspot refer to Mobile Hotspot You may incur additional charges when using this feature More connection settings Customise settings to control other features Refer to More connection settings for more information WLAN Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the ...

Page 83: ...th Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured If there are obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be reduced Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible with your device Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes for example pirating copies of files or illeg...

Page 84: ...elect an image 2 Tap Bluetooth and select a device to transfer the image to If the device you want to pair with is not in the list request that the device turns on its visibility option 3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device Restrict background data Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from sending or receiving data On the Settings screen ...

Page 85: ...as a mobile hotspot to share your device s mobile data connection with other devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Mobile Hotspot andTethering Mobile Hotspot 2 Tap the switch to activate it The icon appears on the status bar You can change the level of security and the password by tapping Configure 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi Fi networks l...

Page 86: ...settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be compatible with the device Adding printer plug ins Add printer plug ins for printers you want to connect the device to 1 Search for a printer plug in in Galaxy Store 2 Select a printer plug in and in...

Page 87: ...fication System sound vibration control Set the device to sound or vibrate for actions such as controlling the touchscreen Sound quality and effects Set the device s sound quality and effects Refer to Sound quality and effects for more information Separate app sound Set the device to play media sound from a specific app separately on the other audio device Refer to Separate app sound for more info...

Page 88: ...Notification pop up style Select a notification pop up style and change the settings Recently sent View the apps that received recent notifications and change the notification settings To customise notification settings for more apps tap More All and select an app from the apps list Do not disturb Set the device to mute all sounds except for allowed exceptions Advanced settings Configure advanced ...

Page 89: ...ttings for the Edge panel Navigation bar Change the navigation bar settings Refer to Navigation bar soft buttons for more information Accidental touch protection Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting touch input when it is in a dark place such as a pocket or bag Touch sensitivity Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen protectors Screen saver Set the device t...

Page 90: ...cked screen On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Screen lock type Change the screen lock method Smart Lock Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected Refer to Smart Lock for more information Secure lock settings Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method Wallpaper services Set the device to use wallpaper services such as Dynamic Lock screen Clock...

Page 91: ... Lock screen Smart Lock and follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method If you do not use your device for four hours or when you turn on the device you must unlock the screen using the pattern PIN or password you set Biometrics and security Options Change the settings for securing the device On the Settings screen...

Page 92: ...n for the first time after turning on the device To use the device you must unlock the screen using the pattern PIN or password you set when registering the face Be careful not to forget your pattern PIN or password If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None which are not secure all of your biometric data will be deleted If you want to use your biometric data in apps or features you mus...

Page 93: ... your face instead of using a pattern PIN or password 1 On the Settings screen tap Biometrics and security Face recognition 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Tap the Face unlock switch to activate it 4 On the locked screen look at the screen When your face is recognised you can unlock the screen without using any additional screen lock method If your face is not recognised ...

Page 94: ... the device if you do not reset it Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None which are not secure all of your biometric data will be deleted If you want to use your biometric data in apps or features you must register your biometric data again For better fingerprint recognition When you scan ...

Page 95: ...c electricity by touching a metal object Registering fingerprints 1 On the Settings screen tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints 2 Read the on screen instructions and tap Continue 3 Set a screen lock method 4 Place your finger on the Side key After the device detects your finger lift it up and place it on the Side key again Repeat this action until the fingerprint is registered 5 When you are f...

Page 96: ...ting registered fingerprints You can delete registered fingerprints 1 On the Settings screen tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Select a fingerprint to delete and tap Remove Privacy Change the settings for privacy On the Settings screen tap Privacy Permission manager View the list of features and apps that have permission to use them ...

Page 97: ... Cloud You can also sign in to accounts such as your Samsung account or transfer data to or from other devices via Smart Switch On the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts Add your Samsung account and other accounts to sync with Samsung Cloud Back up your data and settings and restore the previous device s data and settings even when you do not have it Refer to Samsung Cloud for...

Page 98: ...ot be backed up To check which data will be backed up on the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup and tap Back up data under Samsung Cloud To view the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud on the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup Restore data and then select a device you want Restoring data You can restore your backup data from Samsung Cloud to your device 1 On the Settings ...

Page 99: ...tedly The device also suggests useful routines according to your frequent situations Refer to Bixby Routines for more information Screenshots and screen recorder Change the settings for screenshots and screen recorder Show contacts when sharing content Set the device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options panel to allow you to share content directly Dual Messenger Install the s...

Page 100: ...ou swipe upwards or downwards on the fingerprint recognition sensor This feature is not available when the sensor is detecting your fingerprint Palm swipe to capture Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen You can view the captured images in Gallery It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features Excessive...

Page 101: ... for how much you use your device a day App timers Limit the daily usage time for each app by setting a timer When you reach the limit the app will be deactivated and you cannot use it Focus mode Activate focus mode to avoid distractions from your device and stay focused on what you want You can use the apps you allowed to be used in focus mode Bedtime mode Activate bedtime mode to reduce eye stra...

Page 102: ...ges Refer to Adding device languages for more information Text to speech output Change the settings for text to speech features used when TalkBack is activated such as languages speed and more Date and time Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time and date If the battery remains fully discharged the time and date is reset Samsung Keyboard settings Change the settin...

Page 103: ...figure various settings to improve accessibility to the device On the Settings screen tap Accessibility Recommended for you Check the accessibility features you are currently using and see other recommended features TalkBack ActivateTalkBack which provides voice feedback To view help information to learn how to use this feature tap Settings Tutorial and help Visibility enhancements Customise the s...

Page 104: ...reats they will be installed automatically without your agreement Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal information For security updates for your model visit security samsungmobile com The website supports only some languages About phone Access your device s information On the Settings screen tap About phone T...

Page 105: ...ature by using the Lock SIM card menu PUK Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more information contact your service provider Your device displays network or service erro...

Page 106: ...utions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Centre Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again Forcing restart If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it Resetting the device If the methods ...

Page 107: ...nnectivity problems due to issues with the service provider s base station Move to another area and try again When using the device while moving wireless network services may be disabled due to issues with the service provider s network The battery does not charge properly For Samsung approved chargers Ensure that the charger is connected properly Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the batter...

Page 108: ...a files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device try the following Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management DRM protected If the file is DRM protected ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file Ensure that the fi...

Page 109: ...tion when performing the reset If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Centre The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panel Open the notification panel by dragging the status bar downwards and then drag the notification panel downwards Tap Quick panel layout and tap the Show brightness control above notifications switch to activate it A...

Page 110: ...y manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the device s storage Delete unnecessary data such as cache using the smart manager feature or manually delete unused apps or files to free up storage space The Home button does not appear The navigation bar containing the...

Page 111: ... photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Dolby Atmos and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories All other trademarks and...

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