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Page 1: ...nformation SIM serial number and IMEI number located on the box barcode label Service or use is your agreement to T Mobile s Terms and Conditions T Mobile requires Arbitration of Disputes unless for new customers you opt out within 30 days or for existing customers you previously opted out Failure to activate service within 30 days from purchase will also be considered acceptance For details see T...

Page 2: ...t the search area for emergency services personnel You should not rely solely on a phone for essential communications such as a medical or other emergency Please see T Mobile s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy for additional service restrictions and details ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Use of some content or features may require qualifying service or access to a Wi Fi connection Smartphone Mobile...

Page 3: ...entbeforeoperatingthemobiledevice accessories orsoftware definedcollectivelyandindividuallyasthe Product andkeepitforfuturereference Thisdocumentcontains importantTermsandConditions Electronicacceptance opening theProductpackaging useoftheProduct orretentionofthe ProductconstitutesacceptanceoftheseTermsandConditions Revised02 28 2018 Printed in Korea GH68 49194A ...

Page 4: ... 6 Modification of Software 7 DisclaimerofWarranties Exclusion of Liability 7 Section 1 ArbitrationAgreement 9 Section 2 Standard LimitedWarranty 13 Section 3 End UserLicenseAgreement 14 Section 4 Health SafetyInformation 15 Specific Absorption Rate SAR Certification Information 15 FCC Part 15 Information and Notices 18 FCC Notice 19 Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling 19 GPS AGPS 20 ...

Page 5: ...rcial MobileAlerting System CMAS 22 EmergencyCalls 23 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations forWireless Devices 24 HAC forNewerTechnologies 26 Card TrayRemoval Tool 27 Device Temperature 27 Sound and Hearing 28 Restricting Children s Access to YourMobile Device 28 ...

Page 6: ...terms andconditionsthatbindyouandSamsung refer tothe ArbitrationAgreement sectionofthis document Find Legal Information Online The full Arbitration Agreement Standard Limited Warranty End UserLicense Agreement EULA and Health Safety Information foryourdevice are available online Arbitration Agreement Standard Limited Warranty and Health Safety Information English www samsung com us Legal Phone HSG...

Page 7: ... to search for Legal Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property as defined below owned by orwhich is otherwise the property of Samsung orits respective suppliers relating to the Product including but not limited to accessories parts orsoftware relating thereto is proprietaryto Samsung and protected underfederal laws state laws and international treaty provisions Intellectual Property includes...

Page 8: ...re components of this Product including but not limited to PowerTOP and e2fsprogs incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License GPL GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL OpenSSLLicense BSD License and otheropen source licenses To obtain the source code covered underthe open source licenses please visit http opensource samsung com Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung s security ...

Page 9: ...atedandpackagedfor sale Iftheuserchangestheseparametersthrough auniquemodification Samsungwillnotbeheld responsiblefordamagesorissuesthatresultfrom theseend userchanges ExceptassetforthintheStandardLimited WarrantythataccompaniestheProduct the purchasertakestheProduct asis andSamsung makesnoexpressorimpliedwarrantyofanykind whatsoeverwithrespecttotheProduct including butnotlimitedtothe merchantabi...

Page 10: ...dresulting fromthepurchaseoruseoftheProductorarising fromthebreachoftheexpresswarranty including incidental specialorconsequentialdamages or lossofanticipatedprofitsorbenefits Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 ChallengerRoad Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet www samsung com 2018 Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics C...

Page 11: ...GEACHAGREETHATALL DISPUTESBETWEENYOUANDSAMSUNG RELATINGINANYWAYTOORARISINGINANY WAYFROMTHESTANDARDLIMITEDWARRANTY ORTHESALE CONDITIONORPERFORMANCE OFTHEPRODUCTSHALLBERESOLVED EXCLUSIVELYTHROUGHFINALANDBINDING ARBITRATION ANDNOTBYACOURTORJURY ANYSUCHDISPUTESHALLNOTBECOMBINED ORCONSOLIDATEDWITHADISPUTEINVOLVING ANYOTHERPERSON SORENTITY SPRODUCTOR CLAIM ANDSPECIFICALLY WITHOUTLIMITATION OFTHEFOREGOIN...

Page 12: ...ttorneyfees and expert witness fees are 5 000 00 orless Small Claim the arbitratormay if you prevail award your reasonable attorneyfees expert witness fees and costs as part of any award but may not grant Samsung its attorneyfees expert witness fees orcosts unless it is determined that the claim was brought in bad faith In a Small Claim case you shall be required to pay no more than half of the to...

Page 13: ...haser s purchaseoftheProduct Tooptout youmustsend noticebye mailtooptout sea samsung com withthesubjectline ArbitrationOptOut You mustincludeintheopt outemail a yourname andaddress b thedateonwhichtheProductwas purchased c theProductmodelnameormodel number and d theIMEIorMEIDorSerialNumber asapplicable ifyouhaveit theIMEIorMEIDor SerialNumbercanbefound i ontheProductbox ii ontheProductinformations...

Page 14: ...retheonlytwoformsofnoticethatwillbe effectivetooptoutofthisAgreement Optingout ofthisAgreementwillnotaffectinanywaythe benefitstowhichyouwouldotherwisebeentitled includingthebenefitsoftheStandardLimited Warranty ...

Page 15: ...ice is available online and on the device Online English www samsung com us Legal Phone HSGuide Spanish www samsung com us Legal Phone HSGuide SP On the device Settings Aboutphoneor Aboutdeviceor Abouttablet Legalinformation Samsung legal Or use the Search feature to search for Legal ...

Page 16: ...samsung com us Legal SamsungLegal EULA4 SPANISH The full End UserLicense Agreement EULA is also available on the device in the Samsung legal section of Settings The location depends on the device and is usually in the About device or About phone or About tablet section for example Settings Aboutphoneor Aboutdeviceor Abouttablet Legalinformation Samsung legal Or use the Search feature to search for...

Page 17: ...AR Certification Information Yourdevice is a radio transmitterand receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits forRadio Frequency RF energy set bythe Federal Communications Commission FCC of the U S Government These FCC RF exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement NCRP ...

Page 18: ...vel in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified powerlevel the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well belowthe maximum reported value This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple powerlevels so as to use onlythe powerrequired to reach the network In general the closeryou are to a wireless base station antenna the lowert...

Page 19: ...orn operations are measured when used with an accessorythat contains no metal and that positions the device a minimum of1 5 cm from the body The FCC safety limit forbody worn SAR is1 6 watts perkilogram 1 6 W kg This device has FCC ID A3LSMJ337Tand Model Number SM J337T The FCC ID is also printed somewhere on the mobile device Depending on the device you may need to remove the batteryto find the F...

Page 20: ...plies with Part15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limit...

Page 21: ...ifferent from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Notice The device may cause TV orradio interference if used in close proximityto receiving equipment The FCC can require you to stop using the mobile device if such interference cannot be eliminated Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling WARNING Never dispose of batteries in a...

Page 22: ...unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to ourwebsite www samsung com recyclingdirectorcall 1 877 278 0799 GPS AGPS Certain Samsung Mobile Devices can use a Global Positioning System GPS signal forlocation based applications GPS uses satellites controlled by the U S Government that are subject to changes implemented in accordance with the Departm...

Page 23: ...tion based information e g driving directions such applications transmit location based information The location based information may be shared with third parties including yourwireless service provider applications providers Samsung and otherthird parties providing services Use of AGPS in Emergency Calls When you make an emergency call the cellular network may activate AGPS technology in your mo...

Page 24: ...nditions closures traffic andallotherfactors thatmayimpactsafedrivingorwalking Always obeypostedroadsigns Commercial Mobile Alerting System CMAS This device is designed to receive wireless emergency alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System CMAS which may also be known as the Personal Localized Alerting Network PLAN If yourwireless providerhas chosen to participate in CMAS PLAN alerts are ...

Page 25: ...signal strength Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless mobile device networks orwhen certain network services and ormobile device features are in use Check with local service providers If certain features are in use call blocking for example you mayfirst need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call Consult yourUserManual and yourlocal cellular service provid...

Page 26: ...mming orwhining noise Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise and mobile devices also vary in the amount of interference they generate The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system forwireless mobile devices to assist hearing device users find mobile devices that may be compatible with theirhearing devices Not all mobile devices have been rated M...

Page 27: ...herof the two ratings T ratings referto enabling inductive coupling with hearing aids operating in telecoil mode Hearing devices may also be rated Yourhearing aid manufacturerorhearing health professional may help you find this rating Higherratings mean that the hearing device is relatively immune to interference noise Underthe current industry standard American National Standards Institute ANSI C...

Page 28: ...aids forsome of the wireless technologies that it uses However there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this device that have not been tested yet foruse with hearing aids It is important to trythe different features of this device thoroughly and in different locations using yourhearing aid orcochlearimplant to determine if you hearany interfering noise Consult your service providerort...

Page 29: ...lose all applications or turn off the device until it cools Always ensure that the device has adequate ventilation and airflow Covering the device can significantly affect airflow may affect the performance of the device and poses a possible risk of fire orexplosion which could lead to serious bodily injuries ordamage to property Covering the device can trap any dissipating heat and redirect it ba...

Page 30: ...pending on the nature of the sound the device settings and the headphones that are used As a result there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone or for every combination of sound settings and equipment Restricting Children s Access to Your Mobile Device Yourdevice is not a toy Do not allow children to playwith it because they could hurt themselves and others damage the device...

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Page 33: ...ew Set up your device Assemble your device Start using your device 1 Learn about your device 16 2 Navigation 17 2 Home screen 19 2 Customize your Home screen 20 2 Status bar 26 3 Notification panel 28 4 Bixby 30 6 Multi window 31 7 Enter text 33 8 Emergency mode 36 12 Apps 38 Use apps 39 i TMO_J337T_EN_UM_TN_RCL_051818_FINAL ...

Page 34: ...Samsung Gear Samsung Notes 44 46 49 54 58 66 69 70 74 76 80 83 85 97 98 Samsung 100 Secure Folder 102 T Mobile Apps 104 Additional apps 105 Settings 106 Access Settings 107 Search for Settings 107 Connections 108 Wi Fi 109 Bluetooth 112 Data usage 114 Airplane mode 116 Mobile hotspot 116 Tethering 118 Mobile networks 119 ii ...

Page 35: ...Key tap feedback Sound quality and effects 119 Notifications 130 121 Manage notifications 131 122 Smart alert 131 122 Display 132 124 Screen off settings 133 125 Screen brightness 133 125 Font and screen zoom 134 126 Screen quality 134 127 One handed mode 135 127 Device maintenance 136 127 Quick optimization 137 128 Battery 137 128 Storage 138 129 Memory 140 Language and input 140 iii ...

Page 36: ...Install unknown apps Secure Folder 144 145 145 146 148 149 149 150 151 152 152 152 153 153 154 App permission monitor 154 Secure startup 155 Encrypt SD card 155 Set up SIM card lock 155 View passwords 156 Security update service 156 Device administration 157 Credential storage 157 Knox active protection 158 Advanced security settings 158 Accounts 160 Samsung Cloud 161 Add an account 161 Backup and...

Page 37: ...ore accessibility settings Accessibility services Other settings Help Manage game features Device assistance app Dual messenger About phone Getting help Videos Smart Simulator 166 Samsung Care 173 167 Legal 174 168 Legal information 175 168 169 170 171 171 171 172 172 173 173 173 v ...

Page 38: ...Special features Learn about your mobile device s special features ...

Page 39: ...tions at the same time For more information see Multi window on page 31 For more information see Bixby on page 30 Direct Share Share content with specific people directly For more information see Direct share on page 65 Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device s volume For more information see Media volume limiter on page 126 Special features 2 ...

Page 40: ...Getting started Learn about your mobile device hardware assembly procedures and how to get started using your new device ...

Page 41: ...Front view Proximity sensor Power key Front camera Volume keys Recent apps Back Home key Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Getting started 4 ...

Page 42: ...nes media notifications and system sounds For more information see Volume on page 126 Turns the screen back on and enables touch functionality during a call when the device is outside a specific range from the body In the camera app press a volume key to take a photo l Power key Press to turn the screen on or off Press and hold to select a power control option Getting started 5 ...

Page 43: ...Back view Microphone Rear camera USB charger Accessory port Headset jack Speaker Flash Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Getting started 6 ...

Page 44: ...Set up your device Learn how to set up your device for the first time ...

Page 45: ...o break Install a SIM card and memory card When you subscribe to a cellular network you are provided with a SIM card You may be able to use your previous SIM card Contact your service provider for more details Warning Small components such as SIM cards and memory cards can pose a choking risk Please be careful when handling these cards to avoid damaging them You can install an optional microSD mem...

Page 46: ...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 facing down Set up your device 9 ...

Page 47: ...aced before using the device 1 Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the device making sure the connectors align 2 Gently press down to secure the battery 1 Place the back cover onto the back of the device and press down 2 Press along the edge of the back cover until you have a secure seal Set up your device 10 ...

Page 48: ...more slowly or overheat The battery comes partially charged You can use the device while charging Caution Use only charging devices that are approved by Samsung Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life Using other accessories may void your warranty and may cause damage 1 Insert the USB cable into the USB charger Accessory port 2 Connect the USB cable to the chargin...

Page 49: ...ff 1 Press and hold the Power key 2 Tap Power off and confirm when prompted Use the Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics of setting up your device Follow the prompts to choose a default language connect to a Wi Fi network set up accounts choose location services learn about your device s features and more Set up your device 12 ...

Page 50: ...ce is Swipe To choose a secure screen lock see Set a secure screen lock on page 151 Add a Google account Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Cloud and accounts Accounts 3 Tap Add account Google Note When you sign in to a Google account Factory Reset Protection FRP is activated FRP requires your G...

Page 51: ... 3 Tap Add account Email Transfer data from your old device Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts photos and other content from your old device For more information visit samsung com us support owners app smart switch Note The USB option must be set to Media device MTP on the other device Transferring content with a USB cable may increase battery consumption Make sure your battery is fully charged...

Page 52: ...ess your voicemail from a Home screen 1 From a Home screen tap Phone 2 Tap Voicemail 3 Follow the tutorial to create a password record a greeting and record your name For more information see Voicemail on page 94 Set up your device 15 ...

Page 53: ...Learn about your device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device including the screens and icons as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard ...

Page 54: ...pp Double tap Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them l Double tap an image to zoom in or out Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options Swipe 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 optio...

Page 55: ...viewing a picture or a web page Common options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions l More options Tap to view more menu options for a screen l Delete Tap to select items to delete l Share Tap to select items to share and then choose a sharing method l Edit Tap to customize the screen l On Off Tapto turnthe optionon oroff l Menu Tap to view available options for the fiel...

Page 56: ...Home screen Status bar Home screen indicator App shortcuts Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Learn about your device 19 ...

Page 57: ...to a line at the top of a screen tap Align top To align shortcuts into a line at the bottom of a screen tap Align bottom To remove a Home screen tap Remove To set a screen as the main Home screen tap Main This screen is displayed when you press the Home key To change the order of screens touch and hold a screen and then drag it to a new position To add a screen swipe to the end of the screens and ...

Page 58: ...ptions menu 2 Tap Remove from Home Removing a shortcut does not delete the app it just removes the shortcut from a Home screen To move a shortcut from one Home screen to another 1 Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it 2 Drag the app shortcut to a new Home screen and then release it Use folders You can organize App shortcuts in folders on an Apps list screen and Home screen For more informat...

Page 59: ...e to choose it Other wallpapers prompt you to select which screen you want to use it for 5 Tap Set as wallpaper and confirm when prompted Themes Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens wallpapers and app icons 1 From a Home screen pinch the screen 2 Tap Themes to customize Tap a theme to preview and download it to My themes 3 Tap View all to see downloaded themes 4 Tap a theme an...

Page 60: ... an icon and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set Icon frames You can show icons with shaded frames to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Display Icon frames and choose one of the following options Icons only Show icons only Icons with frames Show icons with shaded frames 3 Tap Done and confirm when promp...

Page 61: ...een Home screen settings Customize your Home and Apps screens 1 From a Home screen pinch the screen 2 Tap Home screen settings to customize Home screen layout Set your device to have a Home and Apps screen or only a Home screen where all apps are located Home screen grid Choose a dimension option to determine how icons are arranged on the Home screen Apps screen grid Choose a dimension option to d...

Page 62: ... Home screen View version information Easy mode Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons making for a more straightforward visual experience 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Display Easy mode 3 Tap Easy mode to enable this feature 4 Tap Apply to confirm To disable Easy mode 1 From a Home screen swipe up ...

Page 63: ...low Battery charging Vibrate mode Mute mode 4G LTE active Signal strength Network not available Wi Fi active Location service active Notification icons Missed call Call in progress Call on hold New email New voicemail New message File download in progress File upload in progress Wi Fi available App updates available Learn about your device 26 ...

Page 64: ...o access Apps 2 Tap Settings Display Status bar Tap Show recent notifications only to display only the three most recent notification icons on the Status bar Tap Show battery percentage to display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar Learn about your device 27 ...

Page 65: ...Notification panel Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Learn about your device 28 Quick settings View all Settings Notiﬁcation cards ...

Page 66: ...cations tap 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 setting to turn it on or off Tap More options to reorder Quick settings o...

Page 67: ... apps For more information visit samsung com us support owners app Bixby You can customize Bixby s chat responses quick commands and more from the Bixby Home page 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 u From a Home screen swipe right Learn about your device 30 ...

Page 68: ...old 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 no recently opened apps that support Multi window or if you want to launch a different app tap App list 3 Tap an app in the lower window to add it to the split scree...

Page 69: ...app Split screen view action The Recent apps key can be configured to switch between full screen view and split screen view 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Advanced features Multi window and then tap On Off to enable Split screen view action 3 To use Recent apps to switch between views To change the current app from full screen view to split screen view touch and hold R...

Page 70: ...ons l Toolbar functions The toolbar provides additional helpful functions u From the Samsung keyboard tap Expand toolbar for the following options l Clipboard Access the clipboard l Emojis Insert an emoji l GIF keyboard Add animated GIFs l One handed keyboard Change the keyboard layout for use with one hand l Settings Access keyboard settings l Stickers Add illustrated stickers l Voice input Use G...

Page 71: ... to prevent common typing mistakes Type by swiping between letters l Keyboard layout and feedback Configure the keyboard toolbar change keyboard size and colors for visibility adjust layout and choose key tap feedback l Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data l About Samsung keyboard View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard Use ...

Page 72: ...the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap Settings for options Languages Choose the language for the keyboard Offline speech recognition Download languages for offline Google voice typing Block offensive words Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks Learn about your device 35 ...

Page 73: ...When accessing for the first time read and accept the terms and conditions 3 Tap Turn on Emergency mode features While in Emergency mode only the following apps and features are available on the Home screen l Flashlight Use the device s flash as a steady source of light l Emergency alarm Sound an audible siren l Share my location Send your location information to your emergency contacts l Phone La...

Page 74: ...e 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 to standard mode 1 Press and hold the Power key 2 Tap Emergency mode Note When Emergency mode is acti...

Page 75: ...Apps Learn how to change the way apps are displayed organize apps into folders and install uninstall disable or hide apps ...

Page 76: ...rom a Home screen swipe up or down to access Apps 2 Tap an app s shortcut to launch it To return to the main Home screen press the Home key Add an apps shortcut In addition to swiping to access apps you can add an Apps button to the Home screen 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap More options Home screen settings Apps button 3 Tap Show Apps button Apply Apps 39 ...

Page 77: ... More options Settings Galaxy Essentials View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap More options Galaxy Essentials Uninstall or disable apps Uninstall or disable apps you have download 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Touch and hold an app to open the options menu To uninstall an app tap Uninstall T...

Page 78: ...lphabetically Create and use folders Create a folder to organize App shortcuts on an Apps list screen 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Touch and hold an app shortcut and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted 3 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 fo...

Page 79: ... confirm when prompted App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Apps 3 Tap Menu to set which apps to view and then choose All apps Enabled or Disabled 4 Tap More options for the following options Sort by size name Sort the apps by size or name Default apps Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain features l...

Page 80: ...stall or disable the app Preloaded apps can only be disabled Force stop Stop an app that is not working correctly Mobile data View mobile data usage Battery View battery usage since the last full charge Storage Manage the app s storage usage Memory View memory usage Notifications Configure notifications from the app Permissions View permissions granted to the app for access to your device s inform...

Page 81: ...istory View and clear your calculator history 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calculator History To return to the calculator tap Keypad To clear the calculator history tap Clear history Convert units of measurement Quickly convert units of measurement using the unit converter 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calculator Unit converter 3 Select a category and use...

Page 82: ...or The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calculator and turn the device to landscape view If Auto rotate is not enabled tap Rotate screen Apps 45 ...

Page 83: ...be viewed 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calendar View and then tap an option Year Display all twelve months of this year Swipe across the screen to display another year Month Display the current month Swipe across the screen to display another month Events and tasks are also displayed Week Display the current week Swipe across the screen to display another week Day Display tod...

Page 84: ... follow the prompts Delete an event Delete events from your Calendar 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calendar tap an event and tap again to edit it 3 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Create a task Use your Calendar to create tasks Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day A task displays as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the t...

Page 85: ...p View Tasks 3 Tap the Checkbox by the task to mark it as complete and remove it from the calendar To delete a task tap the task to open it tap Delete and confirm when prompted Calendar settings Use Calendar settings to customize your calendar 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Calendar More options Settings 3 Tap an option and follow the prompts Apps 48 ...

Page 86: ...Camera and video Flash Full view Gallery Take a picture Record video Settings Switch cameras Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Apps 49 ...

Page 87: ...it to the screen To change the shooting mode swipe to the right and select a mode To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras swipe the screen up or down To change a camera setting tap Settings 4 Tap Take a picture Record videos Record high quality videos using your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Camera and aim the camera at your subject 3 Tap Record to begin re...

Page 88: ...zontal or vertical direction Continuous shot Touch and hold the Camera button to take pictures continuously HDR Rich tone Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture Night Use this to take photos in low light conditions without using the flash Sports Take clearer pictures of fast moving subjects Sound shot Enrich your pictures by ad...

Page 89: ...cture size Select a resolution Selecting a higher resolution for higher quality requires more memory Video size Select a resolution Higher resolution requires more memory Save pictures as previewed Save self portraits or self recordings as viewed on the camera screen not as flipped images Shooting methods Tap screen Tap the screen to take selfies Show palm Hold your hand out with your palm facing ...

Page 90: ...location A memory card not included must be installed to view Storage location Floating Camera button Add a camera button that you can move anywhere on the screen Volume key function Use the Volume key as the camera key the record key a zoom key or for system volume Shutter sound Play a tone when you take a picture Reset settings Reset the camera settings Apps 53 ...

Page 91: ...for this alarm Time Set a time for the alarm Repeat Choose when to repeat the 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...

Page 92: ...h and hold it to select it 3 Tap Delete World clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Clock World clock 3 Tap Add city 4 Tap Search and enter the name of the city 5 Tap the city name in the list and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hold it and tap Delete Apps 55 ...

Page 93: ...e hours minutes and period AM or PM on the clock to set a time Local times for the other cities listed are automatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Clock Stopwatch 3 Tap Start to begin timing To keep track of lap times tap Lap 4 Tap Stop to ...

Page 94: ... Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Clock Timer 3 Use the keypad and tap Hours Minutes and Seconds to set the length of the Timer 4 Tap Start to begin the Timer To temporarily stop the Timer tap Pause To continue timing after pausing tap Resume To stop and reset the Timer tap Cancel Apps 57 ...

Page 95: ...n tap contact fields to enter information Choose a storage account for the contact You can store the contact on the device or sync it with an account Tap Contact photo to assign a picture or an animated GIF to the new contact Enter a name and other contact information Tap Add field to enter additional entries Tap Remove field to remove an entry Tap View more for additional fields Tap the label to ...

Page 96: ...s Apps 2 Tap Contacts and then tap a contact 3 Tap Details Edit 4 Tap any of the fields to add change or delete information 5 Tap Save Share a contact Share a contact by using various sharing methods 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts and then tap a contact 3 Tap Details Share 4 Tap either vCard file VCF or Text 5 Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts Apps 59 ...

Page 97: ...ntacts More options Manage contacts 3 Tap Import Export contacts 4 Tap Import and follow the prompts Export contacts Manually back up contacts to an installed memory card not included 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts More options Manage contacts 3 Tap Import Export contacts 4 Tap Export and follow the prompts Apps 60 ...

Page 98: ...pps 2 Tap Contacts and then tap the contact to select it 3 Tap Details More options Link contacts 4 Tap contacts to choose them 5 Tap Link To unlink contacts 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts and then tap the contact to select it 3 Tap Details More options Manage linked contacts 4 Tap Unlink beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact Apps 61 ...

Page 99: ... to mark the contact as a favorite The star brightens To remove the contact from Favorites tap Remove from Favorites The star then dims Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts and then touch and hold a contact to select it You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion 3 Tap Delete and confirm when prompt...

Page 100: ...up and then tap Done 4 Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group or remove contacts 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts 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 ...

Page 101: ...the screen to select all and then tap Done Only group members that have an email address in their records are displayed 5 Choose an email account and follow the prompts Delete a group Delete a group you have created 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Contacts Groups and then tap a group 3 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Group only To delete the group and the co...

Page 102: ...s 2 Tap Contacts More options Settings 3 Tap an option and follow the prompts Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app Once enabled your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Advanced features Direct share and tap On Off to enable Apps 65 ...

Page 103: ...t a recipient from Contacts Groups or Recents If manually entering recipients enter additional recipients by separating each entry with a semicolon More recipients can be added at any time before the message is sent If adding a recipient from your Contacts tap the contact to place a checkmark and then tap Done The contact is displayed in the recipients field Tap Show additional fields to add Cc an...

Page 104: ...t for additional message options Tap Sort by to customize how messages display View multiple email accounts You can view email you receive for multiple accounts or you can view email accounts individually 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Email 3 Tap Mailbox at the top left of the screen to choose a different view Account name View email for only one email account All accounts Vie...

Page 105: ...Tap the account you want to remove 5 Tap Remove and confirm when prompted Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Email 3 Tap Mailbox Settings Under General tap an option and then follow the prompts Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account Apps 68 ...

Page 106: ... Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Apps 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Galaxy Apps Apps 69 ...

Page 107: ...and share them with your contacts Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Gallery Pictures 3 Tap a picture to view it Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos To mark the picture as a favorite tap Favorite The picture is added to Favorites under the Albums tab To access the following features tap More options Det...

Page 108: ...o Editor Pro Edit pictures Edit pictures stored on your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Gallery Pictures 3 Tap a picture to view it Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture Effects Add color effects Stickers Overlay illustrated or animated stickers Draw Add handwritten text or hand drawn content Apps 71 ...

Page 109: ...o access the following features tap More options Details View and edit information about the video including the date created location and properties Show date and location tags See date and location tags when viewing your videos 4 Tap Play video to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Gallery Pictures 3 Tap a video to view ...

Page 110: ...ts Delete pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos stored on your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Gallery 3 Tap More options Edit 4 Tap pictures and videos to select them or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos 5 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen It will automatically cre...

Page 111: ...unt Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make one to one video calls Visit support google com duoto 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 customized content Maps Get directions and other locatio...

Page 112: ...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 google com play to learn more YouTube Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device Visit support go...

Page 113: ... page Back or Back Return to the previous page Forward Go forward to a recent page Home Display your Internet Home screen Bookmarks Manage bookmarked pages saved pages and history Tabs Manage open tabs The number on the icon indicates the number of tabs that are currently open Quick menu Access common features of your browser u Tap Quick menu for the following options l Share Share the web page wi...

Page 114: ...you can access it quickly 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Internet 3 Tap Add to Bookmarks Open a Bookmark Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks page 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Internet 3 Tap Bookmarks Bookmarks 4 Tap a bookmark entry Save a web page Saving a web page stores its content on your device so that you can ac...

Page 115: ...p Samsung folder Internet 3 Tap More options Share and follow the prompts Secret mode Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history and leave no traces such as cookies on your device Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps ...

Page 116: ...amsung folder Internet 3 Tap Tabs Turn off secret mode Internet settings Modify settings associated with using the Internet app 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Internet 3 Tap More options Settings 4 Tap an option and follow the prompts Apps 79 ...

Page 117: ...u send it the message is automatically saved as a draft Send SOS messages Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an emergency situation 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Advanced features Send SOS messages and then tap On Off to enable this feature 3 Tap Send messages to Add and add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Co...

Page 118: ...essages More options Edit 3 Tap each message you want to delete 4 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Message search Search through your messages by using the search feature 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Messages Search 3 Enter a word or phrase to search for and then tap Search on the keyboard Messages settings Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages 1 From a ...

Page 119: ... threats and other situations There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Messages More options Settings 3 Tap Emergency alert settings to customize notifications for emergency alerts Apps 82 ...

Page 120: ...pen it File groups Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups l Recent files View recently accessed files This option displays if one or more files have been accessed recently l Categories View your files based on the file type l Phone View folders and files located on the device and optional memory card not included l Cloud View files saved on your cloud accounts Cloud dri...

Page 121: ...ory and more 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder My Files The following options are available Search Search for a file or folder More options Get more space View storage information for your device Settings View settings for the app Apps 84 ...

Page 122: ...Phone More options Hide the keyboard Voicemail Call Video call Devices andsoftwareareconstantly evolving theillustrations youseehereareforreferenceonly Apps 85 ...

Page 123: ...gs Advanced features Swipe to call or send messages 3 Tap On Off to enable this feature Make a call from Recents All incoming outgoing and missed calls are recorded in the Call log 1 From a Home screen tap Phone 2 Tap Recents to display a list of recent calls 3 Tap a contact and then tap Call Make a call from Contacts Call a contact from the Contacts app 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access App...

Page 124: ...yed If you are using an app a pop up screen is displayed for the incoming call u On the incoming call screen drag Answer to the right to answer the call or On the incoming call pop up screen tap Answer to answer the call Decline a call You can choose to decline an incoming call If you are using an app a pop up screen is displayed for the incoming call u On the incoming call screen drag Decline to ...

Page 125: ...up screen tap Send message and select a message End a call u 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 Adjust the call volume u Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume or Tap More options Turn on extra volume to quickly add more volume to the incoming audio Apps 8...

Page 126: ...to hear the caller using a Bluetooth headset Multitask If you exit the call screen to use another app your active call is indicated in the Status bar To return to the call screen u Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call To end a call while multitasking u Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and then tap End call Apps 89 ...

Page 127: ...cts list the caller s name is displayed Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list 1 From a Home screen tap Phone 2 Tap Recents 3 Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list 4 Tap Details 5 Tap Create contact or If you want to replace the number for an existing contact tap Update existing...

Page 128: ...a caller to your Block list future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail and messages are not received 1 From a Home screen tap Phone 2 Tap Recents 3 Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list 4 Tap Details Block number and confirm when prompted You can also modify your Block list in Settings u From a Home screen tap Phone More options Settings Block numbers Apps 91 ...

Page 129: ...rom Contacts to assign a contact to the number The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box Make a call with Speed dial You can make a call using Speed dial 1 From a Home screen tap Phone Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed l 2 Touch and hold the Speed dial number l If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long enter the first digits and then hold the last digit Remo...

Page 130: ...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 from a locked screen only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller The rest of the phone remains secured 1 Drag Phone upward to open the call screen 2 Tap Emergency call to display the ...

Page 131: ...from the voicemail center Optional calling services If available with your mobile service plan the following calling services are supported Place a multi party call If your service plan supports this feature you can make another call while a call is in progress 1 From the active call tap Add call to dial the second call 2 Dial the new number and tap Call When the call is answered Tap Swap to switc...

Page 132: ... 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 wireless service provider for details 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections More connection settings Wi Fi calling 3 Tap On Off to enable this feature 4 Follow the prompts to set up and configure Wi Fi calling Apps 95 ...

Page 133: ...p an option and follow the prompts TTY mode A teletypewriter TTY is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf hard of hearing or who have speech or language disabilities to communicate by telephone 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Phone More options Settings 3 Tap More settings TTY mode 4 Tap TTY OFF TTY FULL TTY HCO or TTY VCO Apps 96 ...

Page 134: ...ct your device to your Samsung Gear using this application For more information visit samsung com us support owners app samsung gear 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Samsung Gear Apps 97 ...

Page 135: ...e your finger to write text l Brush Create a drawing l Attach Insert an image or voice file into the note 4 Tap Save when finished Edit notes Make edits to notes you create 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Samsung Notes 3 Tap a note to view it 4 Tap Edit to make changes 5 Tap Save Browse notes Browse notes you create 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 T...

Page 136: ...Tap Samsung folder Samsung Notes 3 Tap More options for the following options Edit Select notes to share delete or move Sort by Change the way notes are organized List Grid view Switch between List view and Grid view Trash View deleted notes Settings View settings for the Samsung Notes app Apps 99 ...

Page 137: ...s help The plus icon is at the bottom of every screen to provide you quick access to the help you need 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung 3 Tap Plus for the following options Search Enter keywords to find the information you need Community View community boards where you can ask questions and give answers to other Samsung users Text chat Chat with an automated support syste...

Page 138: ...mized cards l Diagnostics View storage connection speed and battery levels for your device l Learn View Articles about your device to help you get the most out of it l Community View community boards where you can ask questions and give answers to other Samsung users l Get help View quick links to call video and community support for your device Apps 101 ...

Page 139: ... the prompts to create a secure lock for your folder Add apps to the Secure Folder Add apps to the secure folder to add an extra level of security 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Secure Folder 3 Tap Add apps and tap the apps you want to add to the Secure folder 4 Tap Add To remove apps from the Secure folder tap Edit apps select the apps and tap Uninstall Disable ...

Page 140: ...re Folder For added security you can change the app image and name for Secure folder 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Samsung folder Secure Folder 3 Tap More options Customize icon To change the app name tap under Enter app name and type a new name and tap Apply To change the app icon tap an icon and tap Apply Secure Folder settings Customize your secure folder settings 1 From a ...

Page 141: ...e s unlock eligibility Mobile Hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot sharing data with other devices through a Wi Fi connection NAME ID Modify Caller ID information Name ID identifies unknown callers by Name City and State T Mobile Get online access to account information such as your current activity billing information service plans downloads and more Visual Voicemail Easily manage your inb...

Page 142: ...d on 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 McAfee Security Protect and enhance your phone s performance with award winning security features Apps 105 ...

Page 143: ...Settings Configure your device s connections and settings ...

Page 144: ...y the Notification panel and then tap Settings Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting you can use the Search feature 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps and then tap Settings 2 Tap Search 3 Enter a word or words in the Search field As you type settings that match display on the screen 4 Tap an entry to go to that setting Settings 107 ...

Page 145: ...Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices ...

Page 146: ...wise enter a password to connect Manually connect to a Wi Fi network Connect your device to a Wi Fi network that is hidden 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Wi Fi and then tap On Off to turn on Wi Fi 3 Tap Add network at the bottom of the list 4 Enter information about the Wi Fi network Network name Enter the network name Security Select a security option and ...

Page 147: ...ks in range are detected Manage networks View your saved Wi Fi networks Wi Fi control history View devices that have turned your Wi Fi on or off Hotspot 2 0 Connect automatically to Wi Fi access points that support Hotspot 2 0 WPS push button Connect to a Wi Fi network by pressing the WPS button on a router WPS PIN entry Connect to a Wi Fi network by entering your WPS PIN Keep Wi Fi on during slee...

Page 148: ...verable Wi Fi Direct devices 4 Tap a device and then follow the prompts to connect Share data with Wi Fi Direct Share data with another device using Wi Fi Direct 1 From an app tap Share or Tap More options Share 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct and follow the prompts Receive data with Wi Fi Direct When another device attempts to send a file to your device using Wi Fi Direct your device begins downloading the fi...

Page 149: ...device to another Bluetooth enabled device Once a pairing is created the devices continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re enter a passcode 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Bluetooth and then tap On Off to turn on Bluetooth Your device scans for discoverable Bluetooth devices To scan again tap Scan 3 Tap a device an...

Page 150: ...en tap Rename 4 Enter a new name and tap Rename Share data with Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to transfer information to a paired device 1 From an app tap Share or Tap More options Share 2 Tap Bluetooth and follow the prompts Receive data with Bluetooth When another device attempts to send a file to your device using Bluetooth you will see a request to accept the file 1 Tap Accept 2 To open the file dra...

Page 151: ...air to delete the paired device Data usage View your current mobile and Wi Fi data usage 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Data usage Enable Data saver Prevent selected apps from sending or receiving data in the background 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Data usage Data saver 3 Tap On Off to turn Data saver on To allow s...

Page 152: ... usage by app Billing cycle and data warning Set the day of the month to start the bill cycle for your device Monitor Wi Fi data View your Wi Fi data usage and set restrictions for Wi Fi networks 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Data usage The following options are available Wi Fi data usage View data usage over Wi Fi connections Restrict networks Select netw...

Page 153: ...hotspot Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use your device s Internet connection 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 3 Tap On Off to turn on Mobile hotspot 4 Activate Wi Fi on the target device 5 Scan for Wi Fi hotspots and select your device s Mobile hotspot 6 Enter your device s Mobile hotspot password...

Page 154: ... Tap Save Allowed devices list Control which devices can connect to your Mobile hotspot 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 3 Tap More options Allowed devices and then tap Add to enter the other device s Device name and MAC address 4 Tap Add to add the device To restrict connections to your Allowed devices list tap All...

Page 155: ...name SSID Make your device visible to others Security Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot Password If you choose a security level that uses a password you can view or change it Show advanced options Configure additional Mobile hotspot settings Tethering You can use tethering to share your device s Internet connection with a computer 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap ...

Page 156: ...hoose or add APNs Network operators Choose available and preferred networks Location Some apps may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Location 3 Tap On Off to turn on Location services 4 Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined High accuracy Uses GPS Wi Fi and mobile ...

Page 157: ...scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth even when Bluetooth is turned off Recent location requests Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections Location 3 Tap On Off to turn on Location services 4 Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app s se...

Page 158: ...s 2 Tap Settings Connections Location 3 Tap an entry under Location services to use as a location service Nearby device scanning Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up easily You receive a notification when there are available devices to connect to 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections More connection settings Nearby device scanning 3 Tap On Off to ...

Page 159: ... service 4 Tap the print service and then tap More options Add printer Virtual Private Networks Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks VPNs You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN For more information see Set a secure screen lock on page 151 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections More connection settings VPN 3 Tap Add VPN and follow the ...

Page 160: ... a VPN 4 Edit the VPN and tap Save or Tap Delete to delete the VPN Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Connections More connection settings VPN 3 Tap a VPN enter your log in information and tap Connect l To disconnect tap the VPN and then tap Disconnect Connections 123 ...

Page 161: ...Sounds and vibration Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications screen touches and other interactions ...

Page 162: ... sounds Temporary mute Set a time limit for muting the device Easy mute Mute sounds and videos by covering the screen or turning over the device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Advanced features Easy mute and tap On Off to enable Vibrations Configure your device s vibrations 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Sounds and vibration 3 Tap options t...

Page 163: ...creen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Sounds and vibration 3 Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature Media volume limiter Limit the maximum output of the device s volume while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers not included 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Sounds and vibration Volume 3 Tap More options Media volume limiter 4 Tap On Off to enable t...

Page 164: ...ap a sound to choose it Do not disturb Set your device to mute all or some notifications and sounds during specific time periods 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Sounds and vibration Do not disturb and configure the following Turn on now Enable this option Turn on as scheduled Configure Days Start time and End time to set up a do not disturb schedule Allow exceptions Cus...

Page 165: ...ns Screen lock sounds Play a sound when you unlock the screen Charging sound Play a sound when a charger is connected Key tap feedback Play tones when keys are tapped 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Sounds and vibration and then tap to enable each option Dialing keypad tones Play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped Keyboard sound Play a sound when the Samsung keybo...

Page 166: ...ollowing options are available Dolby Atmos Transform your experience with audio that surrounds you Equalizer Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music Advanced Basic Manually adjust various sound qualities Tube Amp Pro Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier Concert hall Simulate the reverb of a concert hall Adapt Sound Customize your sound settings Sounds and vib...

Page 167: ...Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from Alerts include notifications sounds and vibrations ...

Page 168: ...cations tap All apps or tap On Off next to an app To configure additional notification settings tap Advanced To customize individual notification settings tap an app or service Smart alert Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Advanced features Smart alert and tap On Off to enable Noti...

Page 169: ...Display Configure your display s brightness screen timeout delay and other settings ...

Page 170: ...turned off or while charging Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Display 3 Customize options under Brightness Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level Tap Outdoor mode to increase the scree...

Page 171: ...the Font size slider to adjust the size of text Tap a font to select it or tap Download fonts to find new fonts from Galaxy Apps 3 Tap Apply to set the screen zoom and font Screen quality Customize the screen mode to match your viewing preferences 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Display to configure an option Tap Screen mode and choose Adaptive display or a specific typ...

Page 172: ... 2 Tap Settings Advanced features One handed mode 3 Tap On Off to enable the following Gesture Swipe up diagonally from either bottom corner to reduce the display size Button Press the Home key three times in quick succession to reduce the display size Show keys on screen Display the Home Back and Recents keys on the screen Display 135 ...

Page 173: ...Device maintenance View the status of your device s battery storage and memory You can also automatically optimize your device s system resources ...

Page 174: ...tenance 3 Tap Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for device activities 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Device maintenance Battery for options Battery usage View power usage by item Power saving mode Select a power mode to extend battery life App power monitor View power usage by app Unmonitored apps Select apps to exclude from being put to sleep by the ...

Page 175: ...yed in the Storage setting For more information see Install a SIM card and memory card on page 8 Mount a memory card When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from the device you need to mount it before it can be accessed 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap...

Page 176: ... your SD card and then tap Unmount 5 Remove your memory card from the device Format a memory card Warning 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 the stored data 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Device maintenance Storage 3 Tap More options Storage settings 4 Under Por...

Page 177: ... Configure your device s language and input settings Change the device language You can add languages to your list and organize them according to preference If an app does not support your default language then it will move to the next supported language in your list 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Language and input Language 3 Tap Add language and se...

Page 178: ...eyboard Google Voice typing Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice typing 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Language and input 3 Tap On screen keyboard Google voice typing Languages Select languages for Google voice typing Voice Match Train Google Assistant to recognize your voice when you say Ok Google Hands free Allow requests wit...

Page 179: ...ps 2 Tap Settings General management Language and input 3 Tap On screen keyboard Manage keyboards 4 Tap each keyboard to enable or disable Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device sold separately 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Language and input 3 Tap Physical keyboard and then choose an option S...

Page 180: ...s accessibility features such as Voice Assistant 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Language and input Text to speech for options Preferred engine Choose either the Samsung or Google Text to speech engine Tap Settings for options Language Select a default language Speech rate Set the speed at which the text is spoken Pitch Set the pitch of the speech Pla...

Page 181: ...he wireless network Outside of network coverage you can set the date and time manually 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Date and time The following options are available Automatic date and time Receive date and time updates from your wireless network When Automatic date and time is disabled the following options are available Set date Enter the current...

Page 182: ...ormation to enable this feature Reset Reset device and network settings You can also reset your device to its factory defaults Reset settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings which resets everything except the security language and account settings Personal data is not affected 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Reset Reset setti...

Page 183: ...t settings system and application data and settings downloaded applications as well as your music photos videos and other files Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected Note When you sign in to a Google Account on your device Factory Reset Protection 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 ...

Page 184: ...ion When you sign in to a Google Account on your device Factory Reset Protection is activated Factory Reset Protection FRP prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings without your permission For example if your device is lost or stolen and a factory data reset is performed only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the device You will no...

Page 185: ...ccounts Google account 3 Tap Remove account Collect diagnostics Collect diagnostic data for troubleshooting 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings General management Reset Collect diagnostics The following options are available to choose l Diagnostics Help T Mobile troubleshoot your device issues l Issue assist Optimized Wi Fi connectivity and diagnose network issues l Persona...

Page 186: ... Set the time of day to restart your device Day Select the day of the week to automatically restart your device Software update Check for and install available software updates for your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Software update for the following options Download updates manually Check for software updates Scheduled software updates Install software updates ...

Page 187: ...Lock screen and security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock screen and security settings ...

Page 188: ...ons are available l Hide content Enable to hide the content of notifications l Notification icons only Enable to hide notification details and show only the icon l Transparency Adjust the transparency of notifications l Auto reverse text color Reverse the color of notification text automatically based on the background color 4 Tap Done when finished 5 Configure the following screen lock options l ...

Page 189: ...ct which notifications to display on the Lock screen App shortcuts Select which apps to open from the Lock screen Google Play Protect Configure app safety checks from Google Play 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Google Play Protect 3 Tap options to customize security Find My Mobile Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked tracked ...

Page 190: ...n order to find your device l Send last location Allow your device to send its last location to the Find My Mobile server when the battery falls below a certain level Security update Check the date of the last security software update 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Security update to see if the latest security update is installed Install unknown apps Allow sel...

Page 191: ...s Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Secure Folder and follow the prompts to secure content on your device App permission monitor Get notified when permissions you select are being used by apps running in the background 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security App permission monitor 3 Tap On Off next to the apps you want to be notified about when they use certain permissions ...

Page 192: ...t included card by encrypting its data 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Encrypt SD card 3 Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card Set up SIM card lock Require your SIM card PIN to unlock and use your SIM card 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Other security settings Set up SIM card loc...

Page 193: ...security updates 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Other security settings for the following Security update service options Security policy updates Automatically or manually check for security policy updates Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi Fi network Send securityreports Use Wi Fi to send security reports to Sa...

Page 194: ...remove certificates 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Other security settings for the following options Storage type Select a storage location for credential contents View security certificates Display certificates in your device s ROM and other certificates you have installed User certificates View user certificates Install from device storage Install a new cert...

Page 195: ...en swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Security Other security settings for the following advanced options Trust agents Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected This option is only displayed when a lock screen is enabled For more information see Set a secure screen lock on page 151 Pin windows Pin an app on your device screen preventing access to other features of your device...

Page 196: ...on access View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your device Do not disturb permission View which apps have permission to change the Do not disturb settings Lock screen and security 159 ...

Page 197: ...Accounts Set up and manage accounts including your Google Account Samsung account email and social networking accounts ...

Page 198: ...dded follow the prompts to add one 3 Once a Samsung account is configured you can view and manage items stored in the Samsung Cloud Add an account You can add and manage all your email social networking and picture and video sharing accounts 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Cloud and accounts Accounts Add account 3 Tap one of the account types 4 Follow the prompts to ent...

Page 199: ...information on your account s settings 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Cloud and accounts Accounts Account type 3 Tap an account to configure that account s sync settings 4 Tap other available options for the account type Remove an account You can remove accounts from your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Cloud and accounts Accounts Acc...

Page 200: ...ur data Restore data Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data Google account Enable backup of your information to your Google account 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Cloud and accounts Backup and restore for options Back up my data Enable back up of application data Wi Fi passwords and other settings to Google servers Backup account Select a Google Account t...

Page 201: ...ettings Configure your device s Google settings Available options depend on your Google account 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Google and select an option to customize Accounts 164 ...

Page 202: ...ity services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products please contact us at accessibility sea samsung com ...

Page 203: ...ease 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 Magnifier window Magnify content shown on the screen Magnification Use exaggerated gestures such as triple tapping double pinching and dr...

Page 204: ...ling Flash notification Set the camera light or screen to blink whenever you receive a notification Mute all sounds Turn off all notifications and audio for privacy Hearing aids Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids Samsung subtitles CC Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available Google subtitles CC Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available Left right s...

Page 205: ...er it Interaction control Customize interactable or non interactable areas hardkeys and the keyboard More accessibility settings Customize additional accessibility features for your device 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Accessibility and tap an option Text to speech Set your preferred TTS engine and options For more information see Text to speech options on page 143 Di...

Page 206: ...miss or snooze alarms calendar events and timer alerts and answer or reject incoming calls with a single tap Accessibility services Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Accessibility 3 Other installed accessibility services may be listed and configured under Services Accessibility 169 ...

Page 207: ...Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use ...

Page 208: ... Games Tap On Off to enable Game Launcher Tap On Off to enable Game Tools Device assistance app Device assistance apps help you by gathering information from the screen currently shown 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings Apps More options Default apps Device assistance app 3 Tap an option to customize Device assistance app Select your default assistance app Analyze on scree...

Page 209: ...ble the feature for each app About phone View information about your device including current status legal information hardware and software versions and more 1 From a Home screen swipe up to access Apps 2 Tap Settings About phone and then view your phone number model number serial number and IMEI information 3 Tap additional items to view more information about your device Other settings 172 ...

Page 210: ...isit samsung com spsn to learn more Smart Simulator Visit samsungsimulator com to learn more Tips and Tricks Visit samsung com us support tips to learn more Samsung Care Visit samsung com us support to learn more Getting help 173 ...

Page 211: ...Legal View legal information for your device ...

Page 212: ...te terms and conditions that bind you and Samsung refer 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 Infor...

Page 213: ...y of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the Product including but not limited to accessories parts or software relating thereto is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws state laws and international treaty provisions Intellectual Property includes but is not limited to inventions patentable or unpatentable patents trade secrets copyrights software computer programs an...

Page 214: ...his Product as sold including the hardware and software components as created and packaged for sale If the user changes these parameters through a unique modification Samsung will not be held responsible for damages or issues that result from these end user changes Except as set forth in the Standard Limited Warranty that accompanies the Product the purchaser takes the product as is and Samsung ma...

Page 215: ...ding incidental special or consequential damages or loss of anticipated profits or benefits Modification of software Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused byyour editing of registry settings or your modification of Operating System OS software Using custom OS software maycause your device and applications to work improperly Your carrier maynot permit users to dow...

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