Samsung Galaxy J2 Dash User Manual Download

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Page 1: ...SI MSUNG GalaxyJ2 Dash User manual ...

Page 2: ...card and memory card 6 Replace the battery 7 Charge the battery 7 Start using your device 9 Use the Setup Wizard 9 Lock or unlock your device 9 Accounts 10 Transfer data from your old device 11 Set up voicemail 11 Navigation 12 Navigation bar 17 Customize the home screen 19 Bixby 27 ATT_J260A_DASH_EN_UM_TN_SC6_050919_FINAL ...

Page 3: ...33 Apps 35 Using apps 36 Add an apps shortcut 36 Search for apps 36 Uninstall or disable apps 36 Sort apps 37 Create and use folders 37 Samsung apps 38 Galaxy Essentials 38 Galaxy Store 38 Samsung Health 38 Samsung Notes 40 Calculator 42 Calendar 43 Camera 45 Clock 49 ...

Page 4: ...nts Contacts 53 Email 58 Gallery 61 Internet 65 Messages 68 My Files 71 Phone 73 Google apps 81 Chrome 81 Drive 81 Duo 81 Gmail 81 Google 81 Maps 82 Photos 82 Play Movies and TV 82 Play Music 82 Play Store 82 YouTube 82 ...

Page 5: ... Smart Wi Fi 83 Device Help 83 Device Unlock 83 DIRECTV NOW 83 DriveMode 83 84 Setup Transfer 84 Visual Voicemail 84 Additional apps 85 Facebook 85 Settings 86 Access Settings 87 Search for Settings 87 Connections 87 Wi Fi 87 Bluetooth 90 Data usage 91 myAT T ...

Page 6: ...nning 96 Connect to a printer 96 MirrorLink 96 Virtual Private Networks 97 Sounds and vibration 98 Sound mode 98 Vibrations 98 Volume 99 Ringtone 99 Notification sounds 100 Do not disturb 100 System sounds 101 Key tap feedback 101 Dolby Atmos 101 Equalizer 101 Mobile hotspot and tethering ...

Page 7: ...cations 102 Smart alert 103 Display 103 Screen off settings 103 Screen brightness 103 Font 104 One handed mode 104 Device maintenance 104 Quick optimization 104 Battery 105 Storage and memory card 105 Memory 106 Language and input 107 Date and time 110 Report diagnostic information 110 Reset 110 ...

Page 8: ...112 Clock and information 113 Google Play Protect 114 Find My Mobile 114 Security update 114 Install unknown apps 115 Secure Folder 115 App permission monitor 115 Secure startup 115 Encrypt SD card 116 Factory data reset password 116 Set up SIM card lock 116 View passwords 117 Security update service 117 Device administration 117 ...

Page 9: ... Add an account 119 Account settings 119 Synchronize accounts 120 Remove an account 120 Backup and restore 120 Google settings 121 Accessibility 122 Vision 122 Hearing 123 Dexterity and interaction 124 Accessibility settings 125 Accessibility services 125 Other settings 126 Help 126 Device assistance app 126 ...

Page 10: ...ung Care 127 Talk to an agent 127 Legal information 128 Intellectual property 129 Open source software 129 Disclaimer of warranties exclusion of liability 130 Modification of software 130 Notice from AT T 131 Samsung Knox 132 Restricting children s access to your mobile device 132 Samsung Electronics America Inc 132 ...

Page 11: ...t To maximize screen space there are no physical buttons to take up extra space Expandable storage Expand storage with a microSD memory card See Storage and memory card on page 105 Replaceable battery Your device comes with a long lasting replaceable battery See Remove the battery on page 5 Easy mode Use the Easy mode screen layout for larger text and icons See Easy mode on page 22 ...

Page 12: ...Getting started Device layout Assemble your device Start using your device 2 ...

Page 13: ...3 Getting started Device layout Power key Volume keys Front camera Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 14: ... Getting started Microphone Rear camera Speaker Flash USB charger Headset jack Accessory port Microphone Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ...more details NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries if applicable that are approved by Samsung Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life Using other charging devices and batteries may void your warranty and may cause damage Remove the battery The battery is installed in the back of the device Remove the battery from the device ...

Page 16: ...roSD memory card not included to add more memory space to your device A memory card can be installed at any time It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device 1 Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot Make sure that the card s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown 2 Slide the memory card into the slot with the gold contacts facin...

Page 17: ... by a rechargeable battery A charger charging head and USB cable is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard outlet The battery comes partially charged You can use the device while charging NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries that are approved by Samsung Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life Using other char...

Page 18: ...he outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete While charging the device and the charger may become hot and stop charging This usually does not affect the device s lifespan or performance and is in the device s normal range of operation Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down For more information visit samsung com us support answer ...

Page 19: ...ts choose location services learn about your device s features and more Lock or unlock your device Use your device s screen lock features to secure your device By default the device locks automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security on page 112 Power key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then drag your finger across the sc...

Page 20: ...NOTE When you sign in to a Google account Factory Reset Protection FRP is activated FRP requires your Google account information when resetting to factory settings For more information see Factory data reset on page 111 Add a Samsung account Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device 1 From Settings tap Cloud and accounts Accounts 2 Tap Add account Samsung accou...

Page 21: ... samsung com us support owners app smart switch to learn more 1 From Settings tap Cloud and accounts Smart Switch 2 Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer Set up voicemail You can access your voicemail from a Home screen 1 From Phone tap Voicemail 2 Follow the tutorial to create a password record a greeting and record your name ...

Page 22: ...itive stylus Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty Tap Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap the keyboard to enter characters or text l Tap an item to select it ...

Page 23: ...r file transfe v Getting started Swipe Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen l Swipe the screen to unlock the device l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options ...

Page 24: ...nd software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place it in a new location ...

Page 25: ...ntly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Move your thumb and forefinger together or apart to zoom in and out l Bring your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in ...

Page 26: ...7 28 29 30 31 2 4 5 Getting started Touch and hold Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen ...

Page 27: ...rted Navigation bar The Navigation bar at the bottom of the screen displays the navigation keys Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Recent apps Home Back ...

Page 28: ... bottom of the screen to display the Navigation bar Navigation bar settings You can configure the Navigation bar background color and button layout From Settings tap Display Navigation bar for the following options Show and hide button Add a button on the left side of the navigation bar to show or hide the Navigation bar Background color Choose a color for the background of the Navigation bar Butt...

Page 29: ...e an icon Touch and hold an app icon to open the options menu and then tap Remove from Home NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app it just removes the icon from a Home screen Use folders You can organize app in folders on the Apps screens and Home screens For more information see Create and use folders on page 37 Wallpapers You can change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a ...

Page 30: ... a Home screen and release it To remove a widget from a Home screen 1 From a Home screen touch and hold a widget to open the options menu 2 Tap Remove from Home Home screen settings Customize your Home and Apps screens 1 Touch and hold a Home screen 2 Tap Home screen settings to customize Home screen layout Set your device to have separate Home and Apps screens or only a Home screen where all apps...

Page 31: ...Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Quick open notification panel Enable this feature to open the Notification panel from the Home screen by swiping down Portrait mode only Prevent the Home screen from rotating to Landscape mode Hide apps Select apps to hide About Home screen View version information ...

Page 32: ... for a more straightforward visual experience Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Settings tap Display Easy mode 2 Tap Easy mode to enable this feature 3 Tap Done to confirm To disable Easy mode 1 From Settings tap Display Easy mode Standard mode 2 Tap Done to exit Easy mode ...

Page 33: ...d notification alerts on the left Status icons Battery full Battery low Charging Vibrate Mute Airplane mode Bluetooth active NFC active Wi Fi active Location active Notification icons Missed calls Call in progress Call on hold New message Voicemail New email Download Upload Wi Fi available App update ...

Page 34: ...k settings tap Settings Display Status bar for the following options Show recent notifications only Display only the three most recent notification icons on the Status bar Show battery percentage Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar ...

Page 35: ... r ie 1ransrer v Getting started Notification panel For quick access to notifications settings and more simply open the Notification panel Device settings View all Quick settings Notification cards Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 36: ... Clear 3 Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel Quick settings The Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions allowing you to quickly turn them on or off 1 Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel 2 Drag View all downward Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open ...

Page 37: ...reminders based on time and location and is built in to your favorite apps Visit samsung com us support owners app Bixby for more information Bixby Home The Bixby Home page displays customized content based on your interactions Bixby learns from your usage patterns and will suggest content you may like From a Home screen swipe right ...

Page 38: ... the size of their windows Split screen control Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From any screen tap Recent apps 2 Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an app in split screen view Recently opened apps are displayed in the lower window Apps that support Multi window have the Multi window icon in their title bar If there are ...

Page 39: ...wap the two windows Close app Close the selected app Split screen view action The Recent apps key can be configured to switch between full screen view and split screen view 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Multi window and then tap to enable Split screen view action 2 To use Recent apps to switch between views To change the current app from full screen view to split screen view touch and hold...

Page 40: ...B N M G 1 Eng sh US I Getting started Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard Tap Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type Tap Show toolbar functions to view all keyboard options ...

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

Page 42: ...I Try saying something o a Google Getting started Use Google Voice typing Instead of typing enter text by speaking Settings Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap the screen and speak your text ...

Page 43: ...e battery power Emergency mode Restricts application usage to only essential applications and those you select Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data when the screen is off Activate Emergency mode To activate Emergency mode 1 Press and hold the Power key 2 Tap Emergency mode When accessing for the first time read and accept the terms and conditions 3 Tap Turn on Emergency mode features Wh...

Page 44: ...rn off Emergency mode Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode Remove Choose apps to remove from the screen Manage emergency contacts Manage your medical profile and ICE In Case of Emergency group contacts Settings Configure the available settings Only a limited number of settings are enabled in Emergency mode Turn off Emergency mode When emergency mode is turned off the device returns t...

Page 45: ... phone 9 Samsung Calculator Calendar Camera Ci 8 Clock Con1ac1s Email Gallery Q e Internet Messages Phone Settings a a Samsung Galaxy Wearable Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Carrier apps Additional apps ...

Page 46: ...m Apps tap More options Home screen settings Apps button 2 Tap Show Apps button Apply Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature From Apps tap Search phone enter a word s and tap a result to go to that app TIP To customize the Finder search settings tap More options Settings Uninstall or disable apps If you want to remove apps from your dev...

Page 47: ...ps touch and hold an app shortcut and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted 2 Release the app shortcut to create the folder Enter folder name Name the folder Palette Change the folder color Add apps Place more apps in the folder Tap apps to select them and then tap Add 3 Tap Back to close the folder Copy a folder to a Home screen You can copy a folder to a Home screen...

Page 48: ...msung folder Galaxy Store Samsung Health In addition to managing health records and fitness goals Samsung Health allows you to use the following features l Take part in group challenges l Discover health related content l Record lifestyle information like food and caffeine intake For more information visit samsung com us support owners app samsung health From Apps tap Samsung folder Samsung Health...

Page 49: ...ortness 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 Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest It is recommended that before engaging in an exercise routine you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner If you are unsure of your health status h...

Page 50: ...k 0 z X C V b n m 0 1 English US di Apps Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes For more information visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes From Apps tap Samsung folder Samsung Notes Text options Add an attachment Tools Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 51: ...e edits to notes you create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit to make changes 3 Tap Save Notes options You can edit share or manage notes From Samsung Notes tap More options for the following options Edit Select notes to share delete or move Sort Change the way notes are organized List Grid view Switch between List view and Grid view ...

Page 52: ...th basic and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter From Apps tap Calculator Scientific calculator If icon is not visible turn your phone landscape Converter History Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 53: ... Calendar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place From Apps tap Calendar Go to today s date Double tap to edit event Create new event or task Manage calendar Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 54: ...m your Calendar 1 From Apps tap Calendar tap an event and tap again to edit it 2 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Create a task Use your Calendar to create tasks A task displays as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete 1 From Calendar tap View Tasks 2 Tap Add to add a task 3 Enter details for the task and then tap Save Delete a task Delete tasks from your Calendar ...

Page 55: ...ctures and videos using the Camera app From Apps tap Camera Settings Record a video Shooting modes Open the Gallery app Switch cameras Take a picture Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 56: ...the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes From Apps tap Camera and swipe to the right or left to see the available shooting modes To view and reorganize shooting modes touch and hold a shooting mode Rear camera Panorama Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction Pro Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity exposure value white bala...

Page 57: ...quality requires more memory Timer Take time delayed pictures or videos HDR rich tone Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture Front camera Picture size Select a resolution Selecting a higher resolution for higher quality requires more memory Video size Select a resolution Selecting a higher resolution for higher quality requires...

Page 58: ...s the Power key twice in quick succession to open the camera Storage location Select a memory location A memory card not included must be installed to view Storage location Floating Camera button Add an extra camera button that you can move anywhere on the screen in Auto and Selfie modes Press Volume key to Use the Volume key to take pictures record video zoom or control system volume Shutter soun...

Page 59: ...5 PM 5 30PM Apps Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms From Apps tap Clock Turn on or off an existing alarm Create new alarm Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 60: ...he alarm Alarm name Enter a name for the alarm Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing Alarm sound Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm Vibration Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert Read time aloud Read the time aloud when the alarm rings 3 Tap Save to save the alarm Delete an alarm You can delet...

Page 61: ...d add to your list of cities Search Find a particular city Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city 3 Tap Search and enter the name of the city 4 Tap the city name in the list and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hold it and tap Delete ...

Page 62: ...e clock to the current time tap Reset Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap Stopwatch 2 Tap Start to begin timing To keep track of lap times tap Lap 3 Tap Stop to end timing To continue timing after stopping the clock tap Resume To reset the Stopwatch to zero tap Reset Timer Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 1...

Page 63: ... Contacts Store and manage your contacts You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device From Apps tap Contacts Create contact Add contact s photo Add delete and expand additional fields Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 64: ...rom other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Details 3 Tap Add to Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites tap Favorite Import contacts Your device can import contacts from an installed memory card not included 1 From Contacts tap More options Manage contacts 2 Tap Import Export contacts 3 Tap Import and follow the prompts Export contacts Manually back...

Page 65: ...ap Details More options Manage linked contacts 3 Tap Unlink beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact Share a contact Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Details Share 3 Tap either vCard file VCF or Text 4 Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1...

Page 66: ...ontacts 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 Groups and then tap a group To remove a contact touch and hold a contact to select it and then tap Remove To add a contact tap Edit Add member and then tap the contacts you want to add When finished tap Done Save Send a message to a group Send ...

Page 67: ...r records are displayed 4 Choose an email account and follow the prompts Delete a group Delete a group you have created 1 From Contacts tap Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Group and members Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app Once enabled your f...

Page 68: ... K u z X C V B N M En hsh US 0 p L El Apps Email View and manage all of your email accounts in one app To add an email account see Add an email account on page 10 From Apps tap Email Attach documents images and more Send the email message Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 69: ...e contact to place a checkmark and then tap Done The contact is displayed in the recipients field Tap Show additional fields to add Cc and Bcc fields 3 Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text Tap Attach to add files images audio and more to your email Tap More options for additional email options 4 Review your message and tap Send Manage the inbox There are several tools available from th...

Page 70: ... Account name View email for only one email account All accounts View all email in a combined inbox TIP Accounts may also support calendars contacts and other features Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app From Email tap Settings Under General tap an option and then follow the prompts Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account ...

Page 71: ...tories Custom collections of pictures and videos Shared Use your Samsung account to share pictures and videos Pictures Content organized by date Albums Sort images into custom albums Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 72: ... Show date and location tags See date and location tags when viewing your pictures Print Send the picture to a connected printer Open in Photo Editor Pro Edit the picture in Photo Editor Pro Edit pictures Edit pictures stored on your device From Gallery tap Pictures and tap a picture to edit The following options are available Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appeara...

Page 73: ...ow date and location tags See date and location tags when viewing your videos 3 Tap Play video to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a video to view it 3 Tap Edit to cut segments of the video 4 Tap Save and confirm when prompted Share pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap More ...

Page 74: ...ures and videos to select them or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos 3 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen It will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app From any screen press and hold the Power and Volume down keys ...

Page 75: ... browser From Apps tap Internet Add webpage to Favorites Reload webpage Bookmarked pages and browser tabs Navigation Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only NOTE Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information ...

Page 76: ...ernet tap Bookmarks Bookmarks 2 Tap a bookmark entry Save a web page Saving a web page stores its content on your device so that you can access it offline From Internet tap More options Save webpage TIP To view saved web pages tap Bookmarks Saved pages View history View a list of recently visited web pages Tap Bookmarks History TIP To clear your browsing history tap More options Clear history Shar...

Page 77: ...ows Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab 1 From Internet tap Tabs Turn on secret mode 2 Tap Set password to protect your Secret mode data with a password To turn off Secret mode From Internet tap Tabs Turn off secret mode Internet settings Modify settings associated with using the Internet app 1 From Internet tap More options Settings 2 Tap an option and follow...

Page 78: ... 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 w E R T y u 0 A s D F G H J K z X C V B N M 1 EngUsh US 0 p L 0 Apps Messages You can send and receive text messages SMS and multimedia messages MMS From Apps tap Messages Compose Add attachment Send message Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 79: ...prompted NOTE Deleting text messages only removes them from your device It does not remove sent text messages from the recipient s device Delete conversations Entire conversations can be deleted at once 1 From Messages tap More options Edit 2 Tap each conversation that you want to delete 3 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and oth...

Page 80: ...d messages to Add and add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts To include a picture from your front and rear camera tap Attach pictures To include a five second audio recording in your SOS message tap Attach audio recording 3 Press the Power key quickly three times to send an SOS message Messages settings Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages From Messag...

Page 81: ...d Drive Apps My Files View and manage files stored on your device including images videos music and sound clips Search Storage locations Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Apps tap Samsung folder My Files 2 Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders 3 Tap a file or folder to open it ...

Page 82: ...s and files located on the device and optional memory card not included Cloud View files saved on your cloud accounts Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to My Files options Use My Files options to search edit clear file history and more From Apps tap Samsung folder My Files The following options are available Search Search for a file or folder More options Get more space View ...

Page 83: ... TlJV wxvz 0 a Apps Phone You can make and receive phone calls check voicemail messages and set up speed dial numbers From a Home screen tap Phone Access voicemail Make a call Make a video call Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 84: ...corded in the Call log 1 From Phone tap Recents to display a list of recent calls 2 Tap a contact and then tap Call Make a call from Contacts Call a contact from the Contacts app 1 From Apps tap Contacts 2 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 a...

Page 85: ... You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response On the incoming call screen drag Send message upward and select a message TIP On the incoming call pop up screen tap Send message and select a message End a call Tap End 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 Adju...

Page 86: ...hile multitasking Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and then tap End call Call log The numbers of the calls you have dialed received or missed are stored in the Call log From Phone tap Recents A list of recent calls is displayed If the caller is in your Contacts list the caller s name is displayed Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a co...

Page 87: ...confirm when prompted You can also modify your Block list in Settings From Phone tap More options Settings Block numbers Speed dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number 1 From Phone tap More options Speed dial numbers The Speed dial screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers 2 Tap an unassigned number Tap Menu to select a different Speed dial nu...

Page 88: ... only make an emergency call 1 From Phone enter the emergency telephone number 911 in North America and tap Call 2 Complete your call During this type of call you have access to most in call features Make an emergency call from a locked screen The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency When accessed fr...

Page 89: ...ce multi conferencing Video calls To make Video calls Tap Phone enter a number and then tap Video call NOTE Not all devices support video calling The receiver has the option to accept the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call Wi Fi calling Make calls over Wi Fi when you are connected to a Wi Fi network Contact your carrier for details 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi calling 2...

Page 90: ... The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls 1 From Phone tap More options Settings 2 Tap Real time text for the following options Always visible Show the RTT call button on the keypad and during calls Use external TTY keyboard Hide the RTT keyboard when an external TTY keyboard is connected TTY mode Choose the preferred TTY mode for the keyboard in use NOTE To use RTT you must be connected to ...

Page 91: ...share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make one to one video calls Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Google s web based email service Visit support google com mail to learn more Google Find online content with tools that learn what interests you Turn on your personalized feed to receive custom...

Page 92: ...hotos to learn more Play Movies and TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play You can also view videos saved on your device Visit play google com store movies to learn more Play Music Play music and audio files on your device Visit support google com music to learn more Play Store Find new apps movies and TV shows music books magazines and games in the Google Play store Visit support...

Page 93: ...nnections and track your data use Device Help Access online information to help with your device questions Device Unlock Your device is network locked Use Device Unlock to inquire about your device s unlock eligibility DIRECTV NOW Sync your device to your DIRECTV account and start watching shows and videos on your device DriveMode Auto reply when you are driving and do not want to answer the phone...

Page 94: ...ata usage upgrade to a new device or change your plan Setup Transfer Transfer your contacts call logs messages and media when switching phones Visual Voicemail View and play voicemail messages easily save important numbers to your Favorites list and respond by calling or texting myAT T ...

Page 95: ...onal apps The following apps are preloaded or downloaded over the air to your device Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app Share updates photos and videos as well as text chat and play games ...

Page 96: ...ons Bloclr allow priont ze a Display Brightness Home scceen Wallpaper Wallpaper rt Advanced features One handed mode Device maintenance Battery Storage Memory Ann Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Accounts Accessibility Other settings 86 ...

Page 97: ...creen 3 Tap an entry to go to that setting Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices Wi Fi You can connect your device to a Wi Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi and scan for available networks 2 Tap a network When you select an open network connect...

Page 98: ...nd Proxy settings 4 Tap Connect 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 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap Advanced Switch to mobile data When enabled your device switches to mobile data whenever the Wi Fi connection is unstable Turn...

Page 99: ...d when connecting to some secured networks not configurable IP address View your device s IP address not configurable Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct shares data directly between devices using Wi Fi 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct Your device scans for discoverable Wi Fi Direct devices 3 Tap a device and then follow the prompts to connect TIP When s...

Page 100: ... file tap Bluetooth to use this feature Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to any name you choose 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap to turn on Bluetooth 2 Tap Settings next to the device name and then tap Rename 3 Enter a new name and tap Rename TIP Renaming a paired device may make it easier to recognize Unpair from a Bluetooth device When you unpair from a...

Page 101: ...ap next to each app to specify restrictions Monitor mobile data You can customize your mobile data access by setting limits and restrictions From Settings tap Connections Data usage The following options are available Mobile data Turn on mobile data services International data roaming Enable mobile data services while roaming internationally Mobile data usage View data usage over mobile connection...

Page 102: ...gs tap Connections Airplane mode 2 Tap to enable this feature Mobile hotspot uses your data plan to create a secure Wi Fi network that can be used by multiple devices 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap to turn on Mobile hotspot 3 On the devices you want to connect activate Wi Fi and select your device s Mobile hotspot Enter the Mobile hotspot password...

Page 103: ...s that you want to add to the Allowed devices list Configure mobile hotspot settings You can customize your mobile hotspot s security and connection settings 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap More options Configure mobile hotspot for the following settings Network name View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot Hide my device Prevent your Mobile...

Page 104: ...ing a USB cable and then tap USB tethering NOTE The other device does not need Wi Fi to use this sharing method Mobile networks Use Mobile networks to configure your device s ability to connect to mobile networks and use mobile data From Settings tap Connections Mobile networks Mobile data Enable mobile data usage International data roaming Change voice text and data roaming settings for internati...

Page 105: ...tworks no GPS Phone only Uses GPS only 4 Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location Wi Fi scanning Allow apps and services to scan for Wi Fi networks automatically even when Wi Fi is turned off Bluetooth scanning Allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth even when Bluetooth is turned off TIP Some apps require location serv...

Page 106: ... to turn on the feature Connect to a printer Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi Fi network to easily print documents and images from your device 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Printing 2 Tap Add service and follow the prompts to add a print service 3 Tap the print service and then tap More options Add printer TIP Make sure the app you want to print from suppo...

Page 107: ...trator TIP A secured screen lock is required to set up a VPN 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 VPN 3 Edit the VPN and tap Save or tap Delete to remove the VPN Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy 1 From Settings tap ...

Page 108: ...ations and alerts Mute Set your device to make no sounds Temporary mute Set a time limit for muting the device TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to change the sound mode without losing your customized sound levels Easy mute Quickly mute sounds by covering the screen or turning the device over From Settings tap Advanced features Easy mute and tap to enable Vibrations You can...

Page 109: ...s feature Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device s volume while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers not included 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume 2 Tap More options Media volume limiter 3 Tap to enable this feature l To set the maximum output volume drag the Custom volume limit slider l To require a PIN to make changes to the volume setting tap Set volume lim...

Page 110: ...y exceptions for people apps and alarms From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Do not disturb and configure the following Turn on now Put your device in Do not disturb mode Turn on as scheduled Configure Days and Set schedule to set up a regular schedule Allow exceptions Customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode App rules Manage rules set by apps Hide vi...

Page 111: ...n to customize Dialing keypad tones Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Keyboard sound Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos quality when playing content that was specifically mixed for Atmos 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects 2 Tap Dolby Atmos and tap to turn the feature on and choose a sound mode Equalize...

Page 112: ... Adapt sound 2 Tap the sound profile that fits you best and tap Settings to customize TIP Tap Add personalized sound profile to take a hearing test and let your device identify the best sound for you Notifications You can prioritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send notifications and how notifications alert you Manage notifications You can configure notifications from apps and ...

Page 113: ...rn the screen off after a set amount of time Screen saver Display colors or images after the screen has turned off or while charging NOTE The prolonged display of non moving images may result in degraded image quality or permanent afterimages Make sure to turn off the screen when you are not using your device Screen brightness You can set the screen brightness to adjust to lighting conditions or p...

Page 114: ...anced features One handed mode 2 Tap to enable the following Gesture Swipe up diagonally from either bottom corner to reduce the display size Button Tap Home three times in quick succession to reduce the display size Device maintenance View the status of your device s battery storage and memory You can also automatically optimize your device s system resources Quick optimization The quick optimiza...

Page 115: ...e App power monitor Always sleeping apps Select apps to put to sleep immediately when not being used More options Advanced settings Configure advanced battery settings and notifications Storage and memory card View the device memory and usage You can also mount unmount or format an optional memory card not included Device storage Quickly optimize your device s memory increasing available memory 1 ...

Page 116: ...ettings 3 Under Portable storage tap your SD card and then tap Unmount 4 Remove your memory card from the device Format a memory card When formatting an SD card you should back up your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes ALL stored files 1 From Settings tap Device maintenance Storage 2 Tap More options Storage settings 3 Under Portable storage t...

Page 117: ...ove next to the desired language to the top of the list and then tap Done Default keyboard You can select a default keyboard for your device s menus and keyboards Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store 1 From Settings tap General management Language and input 2 Tap Default keyboard and select a keyboard Google Voice typing Speak rather than type your text entries using G...

Page 118: ...ile a physical keyboard is also being used Keyboard shortcuts Show explanations of the keyboard shortcuts on the screen Show keyboard button Show a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards 1 From Settings tap General management Language and input 2 Tap Show keyboard button to enable this feature Autofill service Save time entering information using autofill services 1 From ...

Page 119: ... engine Tap Settings for options Use system language Set the default speech language Speech rate Set the speed at which the text is spoken Pitch Set the pitch of the speech Play Tap to play a short demonstration of speech synthesis Reset Reset the speech rate and pitch Pointer speed Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad not included 1 From Settings tap General management Langua...

Page 120: ...Enter the current time Use 24 hour format Set the format for displaying time Report diagnostic information You can send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems 1 From Settings tap General management Report diagnostic information 2 Read and accept the consent information to enable this feature Reset Reset device and network settings You can also re...

Page 121: ...tion is activated This protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen If you reset your device to factory default settings with the Factory Reset Protection FRP feature activated you must enter the user name and password for a registered Google Account to regain access to the device You will not be able to access the device without the correct credentials NOTE If you reset your Google Acco...

Page 122: ...pdates for your device From Settings tap Software update for the following options Check for updates Manually check for software updates Continue update Resume an update that was interrupted Lock screen and security You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock Screen lock types You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high medium or no security Sw...

Page 123: ... feature l Secure lock settings Customize your secure lock settings A secure screen lock is required for this feature Clock and information You can configure features that appear on the Lock screen like the clock and other useful information From Settings tap Lock screen for the following options Clock style Set the type and color of the clock on the Lock screen Roaming clock Change to digital clo...

Page 124: ... the Find My Mobile feature you must turn it on and customize the options 1 From Settings tap Security Find My Mobile 2 Tap Add account and follow the prompts The following options are available l Remote controls Turn on to access your device remotely l Google location service Turn on to enable Google location service to find your device l Send last location Allow your device to send its last loca...

Page 125: ...st sign in to your Samsung account and use secured lock on your device to set up and use Secure Folder App permission monitor Apps might access features of your device that you permit them to like the camera microphone or location when they are running in the background not just when you are using the app You can set your device to notify you when this happens 1 From Settings tap Security App perm...

Page 126: ...ted by this device You may want to decrypt the memory card if you plan to use it with another device or before performing a Factory data reset 1 From Settings tap Security Decrypt SD card 2 Tap Decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to decrypt all data on your memory card Factory data reset password You can require a password to reset your device to factory default settings From Settings tap Secur...

Page 127: ...her security settings for the following options Security policy updates Check for security updates Automatic downloads can be limited to when your device is connected to a Wi Fi network Send security reports Use Wi Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis Device administration You can authorize security features and apps like Find My Mobile to have administrative access to your d...

Page 128: ...ntents from the device and reset the password Advanced security settings You can use these options to configure advanced security settings to better protect your device From Settings tap Security Other security settings Trust agents Allow trusted devices to perform selected actions when connected This option is only displayed when a lock screen is turned on For more information see Set a secure sc...

Page 129: ...Cloud Add an account You can add and sync all your email social networking and picture and video sharing accounts 1 From Settings tap Cloud and accounts Accounts Add account 2 Tap one of the account types 3 Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts Account settings Each account has its own custom settings Y...

Page 130: ...ice to back up data to your personal accounts Samsung account You can enable backup of your information to your Samsung account From Settings tap Cloud and accounts Backup and restore for options Back up data Configure your Samsung account 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 a...

Page 131: ...art Switch For more information see Transfer data from your old device on page 11 From Settings tap Cloud and accounts Backup and restore External storage transfer Google settings You can configure your device s Google settings Available options depend on your Google account From Settings tap Google and select an option to customize ...

Page 132: ...r viewing From Settings tap Accessibility Vision and tap an option 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 Show button shapes Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out bette...

Page 133: ...ouse or touchpad accessories not included Privacy For added privacy you can set your screen to remain off at all times From Settings tap Accessibility Vision and tap an option Dark screen Keep the screen turned off at all times to protect your privacy Hearing You can configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device Sounds You can adjust audio quality when using hearing ...

Page 134: ...eatures 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 Dexterity and interaction and tap an option Assistant menu Improve device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity Click after pointer stops Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops ov...

Page 135: ...p key and the Power key together Accessibility shortcut Quickly turn on accessibility features using the Volume keys Notification reminder Beep at set intervals to remind you of any unread notifications Answering and ending calls Select shortcuts for answering and ending calls Single tap mode Dismiss or snooze alarms calendar events and timer alerts and answer or reject incoming calls with a singl...

Page 136: ...yze on screen text Analyze text shown on the screen to provide related content Analyze on screen images Take and analyze images of the screen Dual messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Dual messenger 2 Tap next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app About phone View information about your device including current status legal infor...

Page 137: ...eos samsung com us support videos Smart Simulator samsungsimulator com Tips samsung com us support tips Samsung Care samsung com us support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter ...

Page 138: ...r to the Arbitration Agreement section of the Terms Conditions included with the Product Find legal information online The full Arbitration Agreement Standard Limited Warranty End User License Agreement EULA and Health Safety Information for your device are available online Arbitration Agreement Standard Limited Warranty and Health Safety Information Phone English samsung com us Legal Phone HSGuid...

Page 139: ...ns Intellectual Property includes but is not limited to inventions patentable or unpatentable patents trade secrets copyrights software computer programs and related documentation and other works of authorship You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property Moreover you agree that you will not and will not attempt to modify prepare derivative works of reve...

Page 140: ...ct or the components contained therein or compliance of the Product with the requirements of any law rule specification or contract pertaining thereto Nothing contained in the User Manual or any other document shall be construed to create an express or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the Product Neither Samsung nor the wireless carrier are responsible for and the Standard L...

Page 141: ...t easy for you to access a wide variety of content For your protection AT T wants you to be aware that some applications that you enable may involve the location of your device being shared For applications available through AT T AT T offers privacy controls that let you decide how an application may use the location of your device and other devices on your account However AT T s privacy tools do ...

Page 142: ... they could hurt themselves and others damage the device or make calls that increase your device bill Keep the device and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet samsung com 2019 Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung Samsung Galaxy Multi Windo...

Page 143: ...tible with DRM protected files Screen images are simulated Appearance of device may vary The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying services features ...

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