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Getting started

Summary of Contents for Galaxy Tab A8

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Page 2: ...p icons Wallpaper Widgets Home screen settings Status bar Notification panel Quick settings Camera and Gallery Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Take a screenshot Screen recorder Samsung apps Galaxy Essentials Galaxy Shop Galaxy Store ...

Page 3: ...and security Face recognition Accounts Add an account Account settings Remove an account Users Backup and restore Google settings Backup Samsung account Google Account External storage transfer Accessibility Recommended for you TalkBack Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed services About Accessibility Contact us Other Help Labs Quick sh...

Page 4: ...Getting started Galaxy Tab A8 Set up your device Start using your device 4 ...

Page 5: ...ront camera Volume keys USB charger Audio port Side key Speaker Speaker Rear camera Speaker Speaker Getting started 5 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 6: ...d cables To avoid injury or damage to your device do not use incompatible worn or damaged batteries chargers or cables Using other charging devices and batteries may void your warranty and may cause damage For more information on your device including charging compatibility please visit samsung com Getting started 6 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are fo...

Page 7: ...om Settings tap Advanced features Accessories Start using your device Turn on your device Use the Setup Wizard Bring data from an old device Lock or unlock your device Side key settings Accounts Navigation Navigation bar Customize your home screen Digital wellbeing and parental controls Biometric security Mobile continuity Multi window Edge panels Enter text Turn on your device Use the Side key to...

Page 8: ...learn about your device s features and more Bring data from an old device Download Smart Switch to transfer contacts photos music videos messages notes calendars and more from your old device Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable Wi Fi or computer Visit samsung com smartswitch for more information 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Bring data from old device 2 Follow the prompts a...

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

Page 10: ...d a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage apps installed from your account and make full use of your device s Android features When you sign in to a Google Account and set a Lock screen Google Device Protection is activated This service requires your Google Account information when resetting to factory settings For more information see Google Play Protec...

Page 11: ...Add an Outlook account Sign in to your Outlook account to view and manage email messages 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts 2 Tap Add account Outlook 11 Getting started ...

Page 12: ...bject on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap an item to select it l Double tap an image to zoom in or out Getting started 12 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 13: ...ough the Home screens or menu options Drag and drop Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place it in a new location Getting started 13 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 14: ...in l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen Getting started 14 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ... navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Getting started 15 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 16: ...ide the navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen for an unobstructed screen experience Instead swipe to navigate your device 1 From Settings tap Display Navigation bar Swipe gestures to enable the feature 2 Tap an option to customize l More options Choose a gesture type and sensitivity l Gesture hints Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located l Show butto...

Page 17: ...From a Home screen touch and hold an app icon and then tap Remove NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app it just removes the icon from a Home screen Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture video or preloaded wallpaper 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen and then tap Wallpapers 2 Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers ...

Page 18: ...eens enable Sync my edits if you want any edits made to that wallpaper to be applied to both screens Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Widgets and then tap a widget set to open it 3 Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen and tap Add Customize Widgets Once you have added a widget you can cus...

Page 19: ...reen for easy access to the Apps screen Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add new apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Hide apps Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens Return to this screen to restore hidden apps Hidden apps are still installed and can appear as results in Finder searches...

Page 20: ...full Charging Mute Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Notification icons New email Download Upload App update Configure display options for the Status bar TIP From Quick settings tap More options Status bar to configure settings for Status bar notifications For more information see Advanced settings 20 Getting started ...

Page 21: ...rds View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen 1 Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel To open an item tap it To clear a single notification drag the notification left or right Getting started 21 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 22: ...ification panel 2 Swipe down again from the top of the screen to display Quick settings Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting Wi Fi Sound Bluetooth Auto rotate Airplane mode Do not disturb Power saving mode Location Eye comfort shield Dark mode Quick settings options The following options are available in Quick settings Finder search ...

Page 23: ...fications received View how many notifications have been received from an app each day Unlocks View how many times an app has been opened each day Your goals Screen time Set a screen time goal and view your daily average App timers Set a daily limit for how long you use each app Ways to disconnect Focus mode Limit app usage for set periods of time to avoid distractions from your device Bedtime mod...

Page 24: ...ll lit area and the camera lens is clean 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition 2 Follow the prompts to register your face Face recognition management Customize how face recognition works From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition Remove face data Delete existing faces Face unlock Enable or disable face recognition security Stay on Lock screen until swipe When...

Page 25: ...ce across compatible mobile devices and computers Call and text on other devices This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Call text on other devices 2 Tap to turn on the feature Connection occurs automatically 3 Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices T...

Page 26: ...e size of their windows Split screen control 1 From any screen tap Recent apps 2 Tap the app icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size Getting started 26 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 27: ...reen view 1 Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows 2 Tap the middle of the window border for the following options Switch window Swap the two windows Add app combo to Edge panel Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Apps panel on the Edge screen 27 Getting started ...

Page 28: ...s feature Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels Apps panel You can add apps in two columns to the Apps panel 1 From any screen drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed 2 Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it You can also tap All apps for the complete app list l To open additional windows in pop up view drag the ap...

Page 29: ...the columns on the right To change the order of the apps on the panel drag each app to the desired location To remove an app tap Remove 3 Tap Back to save changes Configure Edge panels You can customize the Edge panels 1 From the Edge screen tap Settings 2 The following options are available Checkbox Enable or disable each panel Edit if available Configure individual panels More options Reorder Ch...

Page 30: ...de the Edge screen displays on Lock handle position Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held Style Choose a color for the Edge handle Transparency Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle Size Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle About Edge panels You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge...

Page 31: ...Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Getting started 31 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 32: ...s Translate Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language Clipboard Access the clipboard Text editing Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to cut copy and paste Modes Select a keyboard layout Keyboard size Adjust the height and width of the keyboard Configure the Samsung keyboard Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard From the Samsung ...

Page 33: ...the keys and the background Theme Choose a theme for your keyboard Mode Choose between portrait and landscape mode Size and transparency Adjust the size and transparency of the keyboard Layout Display numbers and special characters on the keyboard Font size Drag the slider to adjust the font size Other settings Swipe touch and feedback Customize gestures and feedback Handwriting Customize handwrit...

Page 34: ...ing enter text by speaking From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input and speak your text Return to keyboard Open Settings Getting started 34 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 35: ...om the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap Settings for options Block offensive words Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks Languages Choose the language for the keyboard Primary language Choose a primary language if more than one language is selected 35 Getting started ...

Page 36: ... pictures and videos using the Camera app Images and videos are stored in the Gallery where you can view and edit them Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Take a screenshot Screen recorder ...

Page 37: ... From Apps tap Camera TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app Gallery Settings Zoom Switch cameras Shooting modes Capture Scene optimizer Camera and Gallery 37 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 38: ...figure shooting mode Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes From Camera swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes Portrait Adjust the background of your shots for portrait photos Photo Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures Video Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos More Choos...

Page 39: ...ings Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera s settings From Camera tap Settings for the following options Intelligent features Scene optimizer Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter Scan QR codes Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera Pictures Swipe Shutter button to edge to Choose to either ...

Page 40: ...the screen Show palm Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds Settings to keep Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting mode selfie angle and filters as the last time Storage location Select a memory location A memory card not included must be installed to view Storage location Watermark Add a watermark to the bottom left corner ...

Page 41: ...ual media stored on your device You can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Sort images into custom albums Camera and Gallery 41 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 42: ...her app Print Send the picture to a connected printer Edit pictures Enhance your pictures using the Gallery s editing tools 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a picture to view it and then tap Edit for the following options Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture Filters Add color effects Tone Adjust the brightness exposure contrast and more Sticker...

Page 43: ...about the video Set as wallpaper Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen 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 then confirm when prompted Share pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap...

Page 44: ...ross it from side to side keeping in contact with the screen 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Palm swipe to capture 2 Tap to enable this feature Screenshot settings Modify screenshot settings From Settings tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder l Screenshot toolbar Show additional options after you take a screenshot l Hide status and navigation bars Do not ...

Page 45: ...own to begin recording immediately Tap Draw to draw on the screen 4 Tap Stop to finish recording These are automatically saved to the Screen recordings album in the Gallery Screen recorder settings Control the sound and quality settings for the screen recorder From Settings tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder l Sound Choose what sounds to record while using the screen recorder l ...

Page 46: ...Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 46 ...

Page 47: ...and hold an app and tap Uninstall Disable Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature 1 From Apps tap Search and enter a word or words As you type matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen 2 Tap a result to go to that app TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options Settings Sort apps App shortcuts can b...

Page 48: ...opy a folder to a Home screen From Apps touch and hold a folder and tap Add to Home Delete a folder When you delete a folder the app shortcuts return to the Apps list 1 From Apps touch and hold a folder to delete 2 Tap Delete folder and confirm when prompted App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps From Settings tap Apps Tap an option to customize Choose default apps Choose which app...

Page 49: ...tials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung apps You can access and download a collection of premium content From Apps tap More options Galaxy Essentials Galaxy Shop The best way to stay updated on the next Galaxy device shop Samsung products and unlock exclusive offers Galaxy Store Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices A Samsung a...

Page 50: ...msung Free Access live TV shows news and articles from numerous sources and interactive games entirely free of charge Samsung Members Get more and do more from your Galaxy device Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive experiences and content for Samsung members only Samsung Members may be preloaded on your device or you can download and install it from Galaxy Store or the Google Play store Samsung ...

Page 51: ...basic and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Apps 51 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 52: ...ious online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Tap to view event Navigation drawer Add event Go to today s date Stickers Search Apps 52 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 53: ...ceive a notification and hear a short sound Medium Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound Strong Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed 2 Depending on the alert style selected above the following sound options are available Short sound Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles Long sound Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style Create an ...

Page 54: ...e Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Turn alarm on or off Add alarm Apps 54 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 55: ...the alarm Alarm sound Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm TIP To add your sleep schedule create a bedtime reminder and automatically put your device in Bedtime mode tap More options Set bedtime Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm tha...

Page 56: ... cities Search Find a particular place Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city 3 Drag the globe to spin it tap the city you want and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hold it and tap Delete Apps 56 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 57: ...utomatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap More options Settings Show weather to enable or disable weather information 3 Tap Temperature to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap Stopwat...

Page 58: ...mer name 3 Tap Add to save the timer To edit a saved preset timer tap More options Edit preset timers Timer options You can customize the Timer options 1 From Clock tap Timer 2 Tap More options Settings Sound Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own Show mini timer Show a pop up window of the timer when the Clock app is minimized General settings View and configure settings for all Clock too...

Page 59: ... with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Apps 59 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 60: ...s they are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites tap Favorites Share a contact Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Share 3 Tap either File or Text 4 Choose a sharing met...

Page 61: ...t the group Group name Enter a name for the new group Group ringtone Customize the sounds for the group Add member Select contacts to add to the new group and then tap Done 3 Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group or remove contacts From Contacts tap Open drawer Groups and then tap a group To remove a contact touch and hold a contact to select it and then tap Remove To ...

Page 62: ...om Contacts tap Open drawer Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Group and members Manage contacts You can import or export contacts as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry Merge contacts Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one contact by linking en...

Page 63: ...ap Import and follow the prompts Export contacts Export contacts from your device as vCard files VCF 1 From Contacts tap Open drawer Manage contacts 2 Tap Import or export contacts 3 Tap Export and follow the prompts Sync contacts Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts 1 From Contacts tap Open drawer Manage contacts 2 Tap Sync contacts Delete contacts Delete a single contact ...

Page 64: ...atures with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker Access Bookmarks Reload webpage Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information Apps 64 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 65: ...try Save a web page There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app From Internet tap Tools Add page to for the following options Bookmarks Add the webpage to your Bookmark list Quick access View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages Home screen Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen Saved pages Save the webpage content on your device so that you can a...

Page 66: ...cret mode 2 Tap Start to begin browsing in secret mode Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode 1 From Internet tap Tabs 2 Tap More options Secret mode settings for the following options Use password Create a password to enable secret mode Face Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private Reset Secret mode Erase your secret mode data and restore defaults Tur...

Page 67: ...s may vary by carrier From Messages tap Compose new message NOTE This feature is only available when Call text on other devices is enabled For more information see Call and text on other devices Send message Add attachment Apps 67 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 68: ...h on the keyboard Delete conversations You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations 1 From Messages tap More options Delete 2 Tap each conversation you want to delete 3 Tap Delete all and confirm when prompted Message settings Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages From Messages tap More options Settings 68 Apps ...

Page 69: ... You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card if supported Search Storage locations Additional locations such as cloud accounts are displayed here if supported Apps 69 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 70: ...options Clear Recent files list Remove the list of recently accessed files This option is only available after a file has been opened through My Files Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage Trash Choose to restore or permanently remove files that you delete Contact us Get connected with Samsung Members My Files settings Use My Files settings to customize your file management op...

Page 71: ...ual appearance of the Phone app screen and available options varies by carrier NOTE This feature is only available when Call text on other devices is enabled For more information see Call and text on other devices Make a video call Make a call Apps 71 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 72: ... 1 From Phone tap Recents to display a list of recent calls 2 Tap a contact and then tap Call Make a call from Contacts Call a contact from the Contacts app From Contacts swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact Answer a call When a call is received the phone rings and the caller s phone number or name is displayed If you are using an app a pop up screen is displayed for...

Page 73: ...ine 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 call when you are ready to end your call Actions while on a call You can adjust call volume switch to a headset or speaker and even multitask while on a call Press the Volume keys ...

Page 74: ...r info when the person has a profile picture Background Choose a photo to display during a call Call pop up settings When calls are received while using other apps they can be displayed as pop ups From Phone tap More options Settings Call display while using apps The following options are available Full screen Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app Pop up Display an incoming call as...

Page 75: ...following calling services Video calls To make Video calls Tap Phone enter a number and then tap Video call or Video call or 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 75 Apps ...

Page 76: ...ordings and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more Set text options Insert Assign a title Apps 76 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 77: ...o create content while audio is being recorded Edit notes Make edits to notes you create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit and make changes 3 When you are finished tap Navigate up Notes options You can edit sort or manage notes From Samsung Notes the following options are available Import PDFs Open a PDF in Samsung Notes Search Search for a keyword More options Edit Select note...

Page 78: ...ew settings for the Samsung Notes app All notes View all notes Frequently used Quick access to commonly used notes Shared notebooks View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account Trash View deleted notes for up to 15 days Folders View notes by groups Manage folders Add remove and organize groups 78 Apps ...

Page 79: ...sit support google com chrome to learn more Drive Open view rename and share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make video calls Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Google s web based email service Visit support google com mail to learn more Google Find online content with tools that learn what in...

Page 80: ...utomatically to your Google Account with Google Photos Visit support google com photos 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 google com youtube to learn more YT Music Stream and browse playlists albums...

Page 81: ...tlook Access email calendar contacts tasks and more in Outlook See Add an Outlook account Visit support office com en us article outlook for ios and android help cd84214e a5ac 4e95 9ea3 e07f78d0cde6 to learn more Send message Add attachment Show formatting options Apps 81 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 82: ... PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app OneDrive Store and share photos videos documents and more in your free online OneDrive account accessible from your personal computer tablet or phone 82 Apps ...

Page 83: ...Settings Access Settings Connections Sound Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings 83 ...

Page 84: ...ing Connect to a printer Virtual Private Networks Private DNS Ethernet Wi Fi You can connect your device to a Wi Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi and scan for available networks 2 Tap a network and enter a password if required Connect to a hidden Wi Fi network If the Wi Fi network you want is not li...

Page 85: ...r 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap More options Advanced Wi Fi notifications Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected Manage networks View saved Wi Fi networks and configure whether to auto reconnect to or forget individual networks Wi Fi control history View apps that have recently turned your Wi Fi on or off Hotspot 2 0 Connect autom...

Page 86: ...n on Bluetooth 2 Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect TIP When sharing a file tap Bluetooth to use this feature Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize 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 Unpair from a Bluetooth ...

Page 87: ...turn on Wi Fi and Bluetooth in Settings or from the Quick settings panel From Settings tap Connections Airplane mode and then tap to enable this feature NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions Check with appropriate authorities and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device Data usag...

Page 88: ... Settings tap Connections More connection settings Printing 2 Tap Default print service and then tap More options Add printer If your printer requires a plugin tap Download plugin and follow the prompts to add a print service NOTE Not all apps support printing Virtual Private Networks A Virtual Private Network VPN allows you to connect to a private secured network from your device You will need th...

Page 89: ...ct l To disconnect tap the VPN and then tap Disconnect Private DNS You can configure your device to connect to a private DNS host 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Private DNS 2 Tap one of the available options to configure a private DNS connection 3 Tap Save Ethernet If wireless network connection is not available you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to a lo...

Page 90: ...etting instead of the volume keys to change the sound mode without losing your customized sound levels Volume Set the volume level for call ringtones notifications media and system sounds From Settings tap Sound Volume and drag the sliders for each sound type TIP You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume When pressed a pop up menu shows the volume level and current sound type You can t...

Page 91: ...ting tap Set volume limit PIN Ringtone Customize your call ringtone by choosing from preset sounds or adding your own Options may vary by carrier 1 From Settings tap Sound Ringtone 2 Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it or tap Add to use an audio file as a ringtone Notification sound Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts 1 From Settings tap Sound Notification sound 2 Tap a so...

Page 92: ... mixed for Atmos This feature may only be available with a headset connected From Settings tap Sound Sound quality and effects for the following options Dolby Atmos Experience breakthrough audio that flows above and around you Dolby Atmos for gaming Apply Dolby Atmos optimized for gaming Separate app sound You can choose to have an app play only media sound on a Bluetooth speaker or headset separa...

Page 93: ...able customization of your notification colors lighting style and included apps Included apps View brief notifications for your apps Brief pop up settings Customize the Edge lighting style colors and enable notifications to show even while the screen is off Detailed Enable the default Samsung Notification settings Recently sent notifications You can view a list of apps that have sent notifications...

Page 94: ...ce in Do not disturb mode Exceptions Calls messages and conversations Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions Alarms and sounds Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms events and reminders while Do not disturb mode is active Apps Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not disturb mode Call message and conversation notifications will still reach you even if you don t allow ...

Page 95: ...to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications Display You can configure the screen brightness timeout delay font size and many other display settings Dark mode Screen brightness Eye comfort shield Font size and style Screen zoom Screen timeout Screen saver Double tap to turn on screen Double tap to turn off screen Dark mode Dark mode allows you to switch to a darker t...

Page 96: ...ou can set a schedule to automatically turn this feature on and off From Settings tap Display Eye comfort shield and then choose one of the following options Tap Set schedule and choose Always on Sunset to sunrise or Custom Drag the Color temperature slider to set the opacity of the filter Font size and style You can change the font size and style to customize your device From Settings tap Display...

Page 97: ...y colors or photos when the screen turns off or while charging 1 From Settings tap Display Screen saver 2 Choose one of the following options None Do not display a screen saver Colors Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors Photo table Display pictures in a photo table Photo frame Display pictures in a photo frame Photos Display pictures from your Google Photos account 3 Tap Previe...

Page 98: ...rage Advanced security settings Permission manager Samsung Privacy Google Privacy Location Screen lock types You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high medium or no security Swipe Pattern PIN Password and None NOTE Biometric locks are also available to protect access to your device and sensitive data on your device For more information see Biometric security Set a secure s...

Page 99: ...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 Wallpaper services Enable additional features such as guide page and Dynamic Lock Screen Clock style Set the type and color o...

Page 100: ... to be deleted remotely A Samsung account is required and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My Mobile For more information visit samsung com us support owners app find my mobile Turn on Find My Mobile Before you can use the Find My Mobile feature you must turn it on and customize the options To access your device remotely visit findmymobile samsung com 1 From Settings ...

Page 101: ...Settings tap Biometrics and security Encrypt or decrypt SD card 2 Tap Encrypt or decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card NOTE Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing an encrypted SD card Before initiating a Factory data reset make sure to decrypt the installed SD card first Decrypt SD card You can decrypt an optional memory c...

Page 102: ...rator Credential storage You can manage the trusted security certificates installed on your device which verify the identity of servers for secure connections From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings for the following options Storage type Select a storage location for credential contents View security certificates Display certificates in your device s ROM and other certifi...

Page 103: ... other features of your device Security policy updates Keep your device secure by checking for security updates Permission manager Apps might access features of your device that you permit them to like the camera microphone or location when they are running in the background not just when you are using the app You can set your device to notify you when this happens 1 From Settings tap Privacy Perm...

Page 104: ...problems Google Privacy Customize Android and Google privacy features 1 From Settings tap Privacy 2 Under Google tap privacy services to customize them Location Location services use a combination of GPS mobile network and Wi Fi to determine the location of your device 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full func...

Page 105: ...etooth even when Bluetooth is turned off Recent location requests View a list of apps that have requested your location 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services 3 Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app s settings Location services Location services store and use your device s most recent location data Certain apps can use this data to improve your search...

Page 106: ...he account types 3 Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts Account settings Each account has its own custom settings You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type Account settings and available features vary between account types 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage account...

Page 107: ...low only limited access to apps and content Switch User Profiles To access the device with a different user profile From a Lock screen tap Manage users and tap a user or profile from the list Delete a User or Profile 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Users 2 Tap a user profile 3 Tap Delete user and then confirm when prompted NOTE Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles Delet...

Page 108: ...up data Google Account You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup 2 Under Google Drive tap Back up data External storage transfer You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device or restore backup data using Smart Switch For more information see Bring data from an old device From Settings tap Accounts and backup External ...

Page 109: ...for malware To use the quick optimization feature From Settings tap Battery and device care Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for your various device activities From Settings tap Battery and device care Battery for the following options Usage since last full charge View your recent battery usage by time app and service Power saving mode Save battery life by limiting background ne...

Page 110: ... card When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from the device you need to mount it before it can be accessed 1 From Settings tap Battery and device care Storage More options Advanced 2 Tap your SD card and then tap Mount Remove a memory card To prevent damage to informa...

Page 111: ... care Memory The used and available memory are shown Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible Tap View more to view the full list of apps and services using memory Tap to include or exclude these apps and services Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this group Tap to include or exclude these apps and services Tap Excluded apps to view a list of apps...

Page 112: ...g support through Samsung members About Device care View version and license information about the Device care feature Language and input 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 ...

Page 113: ...ech Play Tap to play a short demonstration of speech synthesis Reset Reset the speech rate and pitch Keyboard list and default Change your default keyboard modify built in keyboards and change keyboard settings From Settings tap General management Keyboard list and default for the following options Default keyboard Choose a default keyboard for your device s menus and keyboards Samsung keyboard Mo...

Page 114: ... or trackpad not included From Settings tap General management Mouse and trackpad Pointer speed Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower Wheel scrolling speed Drag the slider to the right to scroll faster or to the left to scroll slower Enhance pointer precision Enable to make the mouse cursor move faster or slower depending on how fast you move your mouse Primary butt...

Page 115: ...utside of network coverage you can set the date and time manually From Settings tap General management Date and time The following options are available Automatic date and time Receive date and time updates from your wireless network When Automatic date and time is disabled the following options are available Select time zone Choose a new time zone Set date Enter the current date Set time Enter th...

Page 116: ...information about the installation of the current software Reset Reset device and network settings You can also reset your device to its factory defaults Reset all settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings which resets everything except the security language and account settings Personal data is not affected 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset all settings 2...

Page 117: ...y to restart your device Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults erasing all data from your device This action permanently erases ALL data from the device including Google or other account settings system and application data and settings downloaded applications as well as your music photos videos and other files Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected If yo...

Page 118: ...unt information to verify your identity For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00083965 Enable Google Device Protection Adding a Google Account to your device and setting a Lock screen automatically activates Google Device Protection Disable Google Device Protection To disable Google Device Protection you can either remove all Google Accounts from the device or remove the Lock...

Page 119: ...xterity Advanced settings Installed services About Accessibility Contact us Recommended for you View a list of accessibility features that you are using and some recommended features you may want to enable From Settings tap Accessibility Recommended for you to view recommendations TalkBack Use special controls and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the screen 1 From Settings tap...

Page 120: ...t with the background High contrast keyboard Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background Highlight buttons Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out better against the wallpaper Color inversion Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black background to black text on a white background Color...

Page 121: ...pointer for a connected mouse or touchpad accessories not included Font size and style Configure screen fonts Screen zoom Configure the screen zoom level Hearing enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device Options may vary by carrier Sounds You can adjust audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones From Settings tap Accessibility Hearing...

Page 122: ...ns Receive alerts when the device detects a baby crying or a doorbell Interaction and dexterity You can configure Accessibility features to assist with limited dexterity when interacting with your device Alternate input You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Universal switch Control your d...

Page 123: ...hes Set a time duration in which to ignore repeated touches Mouse and physical keyboard Configure settings for a connected mouse and physical keyboard From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Auto click after pointer stops Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops over it Sticky keys When you press a modifier key like Shift Ctrl or Alt the key stays ...

Page 124: ...e time Volume up and down keys Configure selected services to turn on when you press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds Notifications From Settings tap Accessibility Advanced settings and tap an option Time to take action Choose how long to show messages that ask you to take action but are visible only temporarily like notifications Speak keyboard input aloud The device ...

Page 125: ...questions or problems while using your device contact Samsung support through Samsung Members Access community forums error reports remote support and more if supported by your carrier From Settings tap Accessibility Contact us Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use Help Labs Quick share About tablet Help View the user manual for your device From Settings tap H...

Page 126: ...tablet View information about your device including current status legal information hardware and software versions and more 1 From Settings tap About tablet to view your model number serial number and IMEI information 2 Tap additional items to view more information about your device TIP You can view your device s FCC ID from About tablet Status information Samsung Knox Samsung Knox is Samsung s s...

Page 127: ...arn more Videos youtube com samsungcare Samsung Care samsung com us support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Tips samsung com us support tips 127 ...

Page 128: ...ndard One year Limited Warranty End User License Agreement EULA and Health Safety Information for your device are available online Tablet English samsung com us Legal Tablet HSGuide Spanish samsung com us Legal Tablet HSGuide SP This information can also be found on the device in the About device or About phone or About tablet section for example Settings About phone or About device or About table...

Page 129: ...inely check this device to ensure it is working properly and is safe for children to use Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet samsung com 2021 Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners Manufactured under license from Dolby Labor...

Page 130: ...ctual 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 130 Legal information ...

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