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 Your Tablet's Home Screen

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Your Tablet's Home Screen

The following topics describe how to use and customize your tablet’s home screen, understand the 
status bar, and use the notification panel.

Home Screen Basics

The home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can 
customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

Home Screen Layout

Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display 
additional screens.

Summary of Contents for GALAXY TAB

Page 1: ...Available applications and services are subject to change at any time ...

Page 2: ...and Applications Apps List 14 Tablet Settings Menu 15 Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation 15 Capture Screenshots 16 Applications 17 Launch Applications 17 Apps List 17 SIM Card Phone Number 20 Airplane Mode 22 Enter Text 23 Samsung Keyboard 23 Google Voice Typing 25 Tips for Editing Text 26 Google Account 26 Create a Google Account 26 Sign In to Your Google Account 32 Google Play Store 37 Fi...

Page 3: ...me Screen Basics 53 Home Screen Layout 53 Extended Home Screens 54 Status Bar and Notification Panel 55 Status Bar 55 Notification Panel 57 Customize the Home Screen 59 Change the Wallpaper 60 Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen 61 Add Widgets to the Home Screen 62 Add Folders to the Home Screen 63 Contacts 65 Add a Contact 65 View Contacts 67 Edit a Contact 69 Delete a Contact 70 Share a Contact 72 ...

Page 4: ...mail Account 107 Manage Your Email Inbox 108 Exchange ActiveSync Email Features 110 Data Services General Information 4G LTE and 3G CDMA Networks 112 4G LTE 113 Your User Name 114 Data Connection Status and Indicators 116 Browser 116 Use the Browser 117 Add a Bookmark 117 View Browser History 119 Open New Browser Tab 120 Browser Settings 121 Chrome Browser 121 Camera and Video 124 Camera Overview ...

Page 5: ...r 150 Add an Event to the Calendar 151 View Calendar Events 153 Share Calendar Events 155 Sync Calendars 157 Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar 159 Clock 159 Set Alarms 160 World Clock 162 Stopwatch 162 Timer 163 Excel 164 Galaxy Apps 164 Gallery 164 Google Hangouts 166 Google Maps 168 Google Play Movies TV 170 Google Play Music 170 Google Search 173 Use Google Search 174 Use Google Voice...

Page 6: ...9 Bluetooth 190 Bluetooth Information 191 Enable Bluetooth 191 Pair Bluetooth Devices 192 Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device 194 Share Information Using Bluetooth 195 Receiving Data via Bluetooth 197 Settings 199 Basic Settings 199 Wi Fi Settings Menu 200 Bluetooth Settings 203 Mobile Hotspot Settings 205 Airplane Mode 208 Data Usage Settings 209 Mobile Networks Settings 211 More Connection Sett...

Page 7: ... 246 Lock Screen and Security Settings 246 Lock Screen and Security Overview 247 Screen Lock 248 Disable the Screen Lock 253 Device Security 255 Privacy 257 Location Settings 258 Private Mode 261 Report Diagnostic Info 262 Accessibility Settings 263 Vision Accessibility Settings 264 Hearing Accessibility Settings 266 Dexterity and Interaction Settings 268 Configure Other Accessibility Settings 270...

Page 8: ...nd Help 291 Sprint Account Passwords 291 Manage Your Account 291 Copyright Information 292 Intellectual Property 292 Open Source Software 292 Disclaimer of Warranties Exclusion of Liability 292 Modification of Software 293 Samsung KNOX 293 Samsung Electronics America SEA Inc 293 Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device 293 Legal Information 294 Index 295 ...

Page 9: ...his guide are based on your tablet s setup at the time of purchase Unless otherwise noted instructions begin from the tablet s home screen which is displayed by pressing the Home key Some operation descriptions may be simplified Screenshots and Key Labels Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your tablet Key labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and dif...

Page 10: ...Introduction 2 2 From home tap Apps Settings Help 3 Tap a topic to view its contents or tap Search to search for a topic ...

Page 11: ...d time Also provides one tap access to all of your features and applications Recent Apps key Access recently used apps Home key Return to the home screen Press and hold to open Google Search Google Now Microphone Record your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos Back key Return to the previous screen or close a dialog box options menu the notification panel or keyboard Front came...

Page 12: ...ad and USB cable or via a USB connection on your computer Note This tablet has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user Battery Cautions Storage Avoid storing or leaving the tablet with no battery charge remaining Saved information and settings may become lost or changed or the tablet may become unusable Charge once every six months before storing or leaving unused for a long perio...

Page 13: ...he type of connection your tablet s battery may not charge 1 Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB charger accessory port on the top of your tablet 2 Insert the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer 3 After charging remove the USB cable from both the tablet and the computer Turn Your Tablet On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your tablet on and ...

Page 14: ...n Lock for information about using the screen lock l The first time you turn the tablet on you will see the startup screens See Complete the Setup Screens for details l If your tablet is not yet activated see Activate Your Tablet for more information Turn Your Tablet Off 1 Press and hold the Power Lock key to open the tablet options menu ...

Page 15: ...ding press and hold both the Power Lock and Volume down keys simultaneously for more than seven seconds to restart the device Use the Touchscreen Your tablet s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures Tap or Touch When you want to type using the keyboard select items such as application and settings icons or press buttons simply tap or touch them with your finger ...

Page 16: ...Hold To open the available options for an item for example a contact or link in a Web page touch and hold the item Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen ...

Page 17: ...Get Started 9 Drag To drag press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger While dragging do not release your finger until you have reached the target position ...

Page 18: ...gesture is always in a vertical direction such as when flicking the contacts or message list Rotate For most screens you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the tablet sideways When entering text you can turn the tablet sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard See Enter Text for more details ...

Page 19: ...t on your Sprint account n If you purchased your tablet at a Sprint store it is probably activated and ready to use n If you received your tablet in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service it is designed to activate automatically l When you turn the tablet on for the first time you should see a Hands free activation screen which may be followed by a PRL update screen a...

Page 20: ...nd then tap to begin setup l Language Choose the default language for your tablet s operation l Accessibility Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your tablet s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing 2 Follow the instructions to complete setup for each topic Tap Next or the right arrow to move through the steps You can skip options to continue to ...

Page 21: ...ame to personalize Google features and apps l Protect your tablet Set up a screen lock to prevent others from using the tablet without your permission l Google services Select Google service preferences including Backup restore Location and Communication options l Samsung account Some apps and features use your Samsung account You can sign in to your Samsung account or follow the prompts to create...

Page 22: ...s Apps List Most of your tablet s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list 1 From any screen press the Home key to display the home screen 2 Tap Apps to display the apps list For information about using the home screen see Home Screen Basics Select Options and Navigate Screens Tap icons keys and other items to open or activate the assigned function n Tap the Back key to return to...

Page 23: ...stomize your tablet s settings and options through the Settings menu n From home tap Apps Settings or Drag the notification panel down and tap Settings The Settings menu displays For more information see Settings Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your tablet s screen is portrait vertical but many apps will change to landscape orientation widescreen when you rota...

Page 24: ...n Capture Screenshots You can use your tablet s Power Lock and Home keys to capture screenshots n Press and hold the Power Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the tablet s Gallery From home tap Apps Gallery Depending on your settings you may also capture a screenshot by s...

Page 25: ...app icon to launch the corresponding application The application opens Apps List The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your tablet The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your tablet App Function Service 1Weather Receive real time local weather information at any location in the world Access 7 day and hourly weather forecasts for...

Page 26: ...cated in the Microsoft folder in the apps list Facebook Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app Share updates photos and videos as well as text chat and play games Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy device Gallery View and edit pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your tablet s camera or downloaded Gmail Send and receive messages using Google...

Page 27: ...hem from your Android device computer and any other devices you use Located in the Microsoft folder in the apps list OneNote Stay organized using text pictures or audio notes Create Quick Notes or review and edit shared OneNote notebooks using OneDrive Located in the Microsoft folder in the apps list Pages Manager Pages Manager lets you manage up to 50 social media pages from your smartphone or ta...

Page 28: ...music and tones for your tablet Video View videos on your tablet Voice Search Search the Internet and your tablet using voice commands Word Create and share word processing documents quickly and easily with Microsoft Word Located in the Microsoft folder in the apps list YouTube YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos The site is used to display a wide variety ...

Page 29: ...Basic Operations 21 2 Tap About device 3 Tap Status SIM card status ...

Page 30: ...to display the device options menu 2 Tap Airplane mode Turn on to turn Airplane mode on Your tablet is now in airplane mode The Airplane mode icon displays on the status bar Tip You can also access Airplane mode through the notification panel Drag the status bar down to reveal the notification panel slide the Quick settings buttons to the left and then tap Airplane mode Turn on to turn Airplane mo...

Page 31: ...uchscreen Samsung keyboard for entering text The keyboard appears automatically when you tap a text entry field and can be used in either portrait or landscape mode You can also use the Google voice typing option to enter text using your voice see Google Voice Typing for details The Samsung keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping keys like on a computer alo...

Page 32: ...board Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text n Tap keys to enter text While entering text use these options l Tap to delete incorrect characters Touch and hold to delete a whole word or field l Tap to change the case of the text the arrow will turn blue Tap twice to switch to all capitals the key will turn blue l Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard to enter symbols There are two symbol keyboards l Tou...

Page 33: ...d then tap Select keyboard Google voice typing or Tap on the Samsung keyboard or Touch and hold on the Samsung keyboard and then tap 2 Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered 3 If the text is incorrect tap Delete 4 Once you have completed entering your text tap The keyboard will reappear Note You can assign a new language to Google voice typing Tap Settings Languages and then t...

Page 34: ...count to access several tablet features such as Gmail Google Maps Hangouts and the Google Play applications Before you are able to access Google applications you must enter your account information These applications sync between your tablet and your online Google Account Google Account Cautions Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password Create a Google Account If you do not already ...

Page 35: ...Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided and respond to the email to confirm and activate your new account Create a Google Account Using Your Tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts 2 Tap Add account ...

Page 36: ...Basic Operations 28 3 Tap Google Or create a new account 4 Enter your First name and Last name and then tap Next ...

Page 37: ...Enter a desired Username and then tap Next 6 When prompted enter and re type a password Then tap Next 7 Enter a valid phone number to help you recover your Google Account and password if you ever forget it and then tap Next ...

Page 38: ...r email address from which you currently send and receive email This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever encounter problems or forget your password It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your tablet 8 Read the Google Terms of Service Privacy Policy and other legal documents and then tap I agree ...

Page 39: ...the Google servers and displays your account information 9 Tap Next 10 Configure your Google data backup and communication and then tap Next 11 If desired you can set up payment options for purchases through the Google Play store and then tap Next ...

Page 40: ...your new Google Account Your Google account is listed in Apps Settings Accounts Sign In to Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your tablet follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account ...

Page 41: ...Basic Operations 33 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts 2 Tap Add account ...

Page 42: ...Basic Operations 34 3 Tap Google 4 Tap Enter your email enter your Gmail address and then tap Next ...

Page 43: ...Basic Operations 35 5 Enter your password and then tap Next 6 Read the Google Terms of Service Privacy Policy and other legal documents and then tap Accept ...

Page 44: ...gle data backup and communication and then tap Next 8 Set up payment information for use in the Google Play store and then tap Next You are now signed in to your Google Account and your tablet will start synchronizing with your Google Account ...

Page 45: ...ails Installing Applications Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your tablet from Google Play provided by Google Inc Sprint is not responsible in any way for user installed applications quality reliability legality fitness for a purpose credibility accuracy etc or resulting malfunctions viruses etc Important Our policies often do not apply to third party applications Third par...

Page 46: ...rompted to add a payment method when making a purchase from Google Play 5 The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal information or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet If you agree to the conditions tap Accept for free apps or the price and then Accept for paid apps to begin downloading and installing the app The selected app is downl...

Page 47: ...screen for the app opens 4 Tap Refund and then tap Yes to confirm Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled Update an App Depending on your settings many apps will update automatically or you can update apps directly from the Play Store app Update an App Directly 1 From home tap Apps Play Store 2 Tap Menu My apps ...

Page 48: ...Basic Operations 40 3 Tap the app you want to update and then tap Update Accept The app update is downloaded and installed Set Automatic App Updates 1 From home tap Apps Play Store 2 Tap Menu My apps ...

Page 49: ...re options Auto update The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available Note Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play 1 From home tap Apps Play Store ...

Page 50: ...Basic Operations 42 2 Tap Menu My apps 3 On the Installed screen tap the app you want to uninstall and then tap Uninstall OK The app is uninstalled and removed from your tablet ...

Page 51: ... you will find comprehensive categorized information about Google Play Tap Browse all articles to browse the full help menu or tap Search help to search for specific topics Lock and Unlock Your Screen Your tablet allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use n To quickly turn the screen off press ...

Page 52: ...certain period of time when you leave it idle Note For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off see Display Settings Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1 To turn the screen on press the Power Lock key The Lock screen appears 2 Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it ...

Page 53: ...ate your tablet where signal reception is good and do not change location during the update process Make sure the battery is adequately charged before beginning an update A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail An update failure may disable the tablet Other functions during update Other tablet functions cannot be used during a software update Update Your Tablet S...

Page 54: ...p of each option Calendar Contacts Email Tasks 3 Tap More Sync now to sync your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync information To back up your Google apps 1 From home tap Apps Play Store 2 Tap Menu My apps All tab 3 Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to reinstall 4 Follow the instructions Note Your Google app purchases are saved remotely and can be re...

Page 55: ...re update icon in the notification area 2 Drag the status bar down 3 Tap to open the Software update screen 4 Tap Install and follow the instructions The downloading icon appears within the status bar to indicate the tablet is downloading the necessary files 5 Follow the prompts to install the update and restart your tablet Confirm Your Current Tablet Software 1 From home tap Apps Settings About d...

Page 56: ... Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online you must then update the user name on your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings System Update Update Profile ...

Page 57: ...e a confirmation when complete Note If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly use this feature to reconnect with the network Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL preferred roaming list automatically 1 From home tap Apps Settings System Update Update PRL ...

Page 58: ...ideos music documents and other files on your tablet Your Galaxy Tab E can accommodate high capacity microSD cards with up to 128 GB of memory Install a microSD Card Use the following procedures to install an optional microSD card not included in your tablet 1 Open the microSD card slot cover and turn to expose the slot 2 With the gold contacts facing down carefully slide the memory card into the ...

Page 59: ...aging the card 1 From home tap Apps Settings Storage 2 Tap Unmount SD card and then tap OK 3 Open the microSD card slot cover and turn to expose the slot 4 Gently press in on the microSD card so that it pops out from the slot and then carefully pull the card out 5 Replace the microSD card slot cover Important You can easily damage the memory card and card slot by improper operation Please be caref...

Page 60: ...se check the contents before you format a card 1 From home tap Apps Settings Storage 2 Tap Format SD card Format SD card Delete all Unmount a microSD Card When you need to remove an optional microSD card you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card 1 From home tap Apps Settings Storage 2 Tap Unmount SD card and then tap OK ...

Page 61: ...d use the notification panel Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your tablet s applications functions and menus You can customize your home screen by adding application icons shortcuts folders widgets and more Home Screen Layout Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens ...

Page 62: ...ts as you wish Widget Widgets are self contained apps that reside on your tablet s home screen Status bar The status bar displays icons to notify you of your tablet s status on the right side and notifications on the left side Status area The status area of the status bar on the right displays tablet and service status information such as signal strength battery status Wi Fi and data connectivity ...

Page 63: ...the thumbnail screens to the right until you see a blank screen with a sign 3 Tap to add the screen A new blank home screen will be added to the far right of your screens Status Bar and Notification Panel Your tablet s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides tablet and service status information on...

Page 64: ...r Tablet s Home Screen 56 Status Bar Layout Main Status Icons Icon Status Bluetooth active GPS active Wi Fi active Downloading Mute mode Vibrate mode Network full signal Network roaming 4G LTE data service ...

Page 65: ...ve More notifications available drag down to view Note For additional icons and descriptions tap Apps Help Icon glossary Notification Panel Your tablet s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar From there you can check notifications download updates open messaging apps use the quick settings menu and more...

Page 66: ...tification panel gives you access to notifications settings and the quick settings menu Notification Panel Quick Settings The quick settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used settings options Scroll left or right to display all available settings and tap an icon to turn the selected feature on or off You can customize which settings are available in ...

Page 67: ...ttings panel l To add remove or move a button touch and hold it and move it to the desired location 4 Tap Done when you are finished Note You can only move buttons from Active to Available or vice versa if there is space in the destination area For example if there are already 12 Active buttons you will need to move one to Available before dragging a different Available button up to the Active are...

Page 68: ... display the home screen menu Menu options include Wallpapers and Widgets Change the Wallpaper Select and assign your tablet s background wallpaper 1 From home touch and hold an empty space and then tap Wallpapers Tip You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings From home tap Apps Settings Wallpaper 2 Tap an option at the top of the screen to select the wallpaper you want to change ...

Page 69: ... wallpaper for your lock screen l Home and lock screens Set a wallpaper for both your home screen and your lock screen 3 Select a wallpaper and tap Set as wallpaper The wallpaper is set Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen 1 From home tap Apps ...

Page 70: ...ded to the home screen Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your tablet s home screen Widgets are self contained apps that display on a home screen Unlike a shortcut the Widget works like an application on a Home screen itself There are all kinds of widgets including links to a specific contact Internet bookmarks Gmail and email accounts and many others 1 From home touch and hold ...

Page 71: ...s 3 Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens The widget is added to the home screen Add Folders to the Home Screen You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access 1 From home touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder and then drag it on top of another shortcut and release it ...

Page 72: ... the new folder The new shortcut is added to the folder Change Folder Names Once you have added folders you can change the name easily from the folder display 1 From home tap the folder to open it and then tap the folder name 2 Type a new name and then tap Done Change the Folder Color You can change the color of a folder 1 From home tap the folder to open it 2 Tap and select a color ...

Page 73: ...may also cause loss or change to information It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of contacts and other important information Sprint is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts Add a Contact You can add contacts from the Contacts application Enter details such as name phone numbers email addresses mailing addresses and more 1 From home tap Apps Contacts You will see...

Page 74: ...rosoft Exchange account 4 Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want l Photo Tap to assign a picture to the contact l Name Enter the contact s name l Phone number Enter a phone number for the contact l Email Enter an email address l Groups If desired assign the contact to one or more contact groups l Add another field Add additional information such Organization Address Web address ...

Page 75: ...Contacts 67 5 When you have finished adding information tap Save The contact is added View Contacts View a contact s details by displaying a contact entry 1 From home tap Apps Contacts ...

Page 76: ...Contacts 68 2 Tap a contact to view its details Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features ...

Page 77: ... on the left and the full image displays on the right when viewing a contact s details Contact Tap to show the contact s details Add new contact Add a new contact Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact you can add or edit any of the information in the entry assign a caller ID picture customize with a unique ringtone and more 1 From home tap Apps Contacts 2 Tap a contact to view its details T...

Page 78: ...nformation and then tap Save Your changes are saved to the contact entry Delete a Contact You can delete individual and multiple contacts Delete an Individual Contact 1 From home tap Apps Contacts 2 Tap a contact to view its details ...

Page 79: ... s detailed listing appears 3 Tap More right Delete Delete The contact is deleted Tip You can also touch and hold the contact from the Contacts list and tap Delete Delete Delete Multiple Contacts 1 From home tap Apps Contacts ...

Page 80: ...e 3 Tap contacts to select them and then tap Delete Delete The contacts are deleted Share a Contact You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth email Gmail or text messaging Share an Individual Contact 1 From home tap Apps Contacts ...

Page 81: ... list of sharing methods 3 Select a sharing method l Add to OneNote to send the information to your OneNote account l Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth l Drive to save the information to your Google Drive account ...

Page 82: ...Message l OneDrive to send the information to your OneDrive account l Wi Fi Direct to send the information to another device via Wi Fi Direct See Wi Fi Direct 4 Follow the prompts for the selected method The selected contact will be shared Note Available sharing options will differ depending on your tablet s configuration Share Multiple Contacts 1 From home tap Apps Contacts ...

Page 83: ...Contacts 75 2 Tap More left Share 3 Tap contacts to select them and then tap Share You will see list of sharing methods 4 Select a sharing method ...

Page 84: ... to send the information as a Gmail attachment See Create and Send a Gmail Message l OneDrive to send the information to your OneDrive account l Wi Fi Direct to send the information to another device via Wi Fi Direct See Wi Fi Direct 5 Follow the prompts for the selected method The selected contacts will be shared Note Available sharing options will differ depending on your tablet s configuration ...

Page 85: ... imported contacts 5 Follow the instructions to complete the import The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account Back Up Contacts If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud you can manually back them up to your tablet s memory for re import if needed 1 From home tap Apps Contacts ...

Page 86: ...ontacts 78 You will see the Contacts list 2 Tap More Settings Import Export contacts You will see the Import Export contacts menu 3 Tap Export The contacts are exported to your main device storage folder ...

Page 87: ...s Gmail Use Google s Gmail service and your Google Account to send receive and manage your Gmail messages Before using Gmail you must register a Google Gmail Account on your tablet See Google Account for details Gmail Cautions Gmail is handled as email from a PC Restricting email from PCs on your tablet prevents your tablet from receiving Gmail Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your tablet to cr...

Page 88: ...Messaging and Internet 80 The Gmail composition window opens 3 Enter the message recipient s subject and message and then tap Send The Gmail message is sent ...

Page 89: ... The message is saved as a draft n Delete Mail Being Composed In the mail composition window tap More options Discard Discard Note To view your draft email messages in the inbox tap Menu Drafts Note To view your sent messages in the inbox tap Menu Sent View Gmail Messages Your tablet allows you to access read and reply to all your Gmail messages Open New Gmail Messages When new Gmail arrives you w...

Page 90: ...ve two or more new Gmail messages tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox Open Gmail Messages You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox 1 From home tap Apps Gmail The Gmail inbox opens 2 Tap the message thread you want to view ...

Page 91: ...y all n Forwarding Gmail Messages With the Gmail message open tap Forward enter a recipient and an additional message and tap Send Use Gmail Labels Gmail saves all mail in one box but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation threads For example when a new thread starts with a received mail the label Inbox is automatically added to the thread By then adding the label travel...

Page 92: ...re options Move to 3 Tap a label for the thread The thread is added to the selected label Note To add new Gmail labels access your Gmail account from your computer Archive Gmail Threads Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox When replies arrive for archived threads they appear in the inbox again 1 From home tap Apps Gmail ...

Page 93: ...Messaging and Internet 85 The inbox opens 2 Touch and hold a conversation thread or touch the thread s icon picture to add a checkmark to it and then tap Archive The thread is now archived ...

Page 94: ...re not important mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox When new mail arrives that includes user s address as a recipient or in Cc mail will again appear in the inbox 1 From home tap Apps Gmail The inbox opens 2 Touch and hold a conversation thread or touch the thread s icon picture to add a checkmark to it and then tap More options Mute ...

Page 95: ...ging and Internet 87 The thread is now hidden Delete Gmail Threads If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread you can simply delete it from the inbox 1 From home tap Apps Gmail The inbox opens ...

Page 96: ...tion thread or touch the thread s icon picture to add a checkmark to it and then tap Delete The thread is deleted Search Gmail Messages If you need to find a specific message or message thread you can search Gmail from the inbox 1 From home tap Apps Gmail ...

Page 97: ...Messaging and Internet 89 The inbox opens 2 Tap Search ...

Page 98: ... search text and tap Search The search results appear Tap a message or thread from the list to display it Report Spam or Phishing Gmail You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your tablet s Gmail inbox 1 From home tap Apps Gmail ...

Page 99: ... to add a checkmark to it and then tap More options Report spam The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Add Another Google Gmail Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your tablet you can add them from the Settings Accounts menu 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts Add account ...

Page 100: ...Messaging and Internet 92 2 Tap Google ...

Page 101: ...en tap Next 4 Enter your password and then tap Next 5 Follow the prompts to review and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and then tap Accept You are signed in to your Google Account and you can access both of your Gmail accounts from the Gmail app ...

Page 102: ...ging and Internet 94 Switching Between Gmail Accounts If you have more than one Gmail account set up you can switch between them in the Gmail app 1 From home tap Apps Gmail The Primary inbox opens 2 Tap Menu ...

Page 103: ...ccount you want to view from the list at the top of the menu The selected account inbox is displayed Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu 1 From home tap Apps Gmail ...

Page 104: ... Notifications Inbox sound vibrate Signature Vacation responder Sync Gmail Days of mail to sync Manage labels Download attachments and Images Note Available settings are subject to change Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts using POP3 or IMAP or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs Set Up an Email Account Y...

Page 105: ... up your email account The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email Add an Email Account You can add several types of personal email accounts such as POP3 and IMAP accounts on your tablet Add an Email Account from the Email App You can add email accounts directly from the email app even if you have another email account set up 1 From home tap Apps Email ...

Page 106: ...ttings Add account 3 Follow the instructions to complete the account setup The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings Accounts menu ...

Page 107: ...Messaging and Internet 99 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts 2 Tap Add account Email ...

Page 108: ...g Next prompts your tablet to attempt a regular email setup and test the incoming and outgoing servers l If you have custom settings you need to configure tap Manual Setup and enter your settings These may include mail type user name password server security type etc 4 Select your sync settings and then tap Next ...

Page 109: ...rtinent information for the email account such as incoming and outgoing server settings before you proceed Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account If you synchronize your tablet with your Exchange ActiveSync account you can read manage and send email in the same easy way as with a POP3 IMAP account However you can also access some powerful Exchange features Important Before setting up a Microsoft Excha...

Page 110: ...nt and then tap Manual setup 3 Enter the required information l Email address Enter your email address l Domain username Enter your network domain and username separated by l Password Enter your network access password case sensitive l Show password Display the password as you enter it ...

Page 111: ...your system requires certification l Mobile device ID Enter your mobile device ID 4 Tap Next and then follow the prompts to configure options for the account 5 Enter an account name and then tap Done to complete setup Your corporate email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account Compose and Send Email Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your tabl...

Page 112: ...unt tap the account name at the top of the screen and select another account l You can also view multiple inboxes at once Tap the account name at the top of the screen and then tap Combined inbox to see messages from all your configured email accounts 2 Tap Compose The email composition window opens ...

Page 113: ...e type and then tap a file to attach it l For additional options when composing email messages tap More and select an option 4 Tap Send The email message is sent Open Email Messages You can open and read email messages directly from the email inbox Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer 1 From home tap Apps Email ...

Page 114: ... 106 The email inbox opens 2 Tap the message you want to view The email message opens Tip Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account 3 Tap Reply or Reply all to reply to the message ...

Page 115: ...elete Delete l When reading an email tap Delete Delete n Replying to Email Messages With an email message open tap Reply or Reply all compose your reply message and tap Send n Forwarding Email Messages With the email message open tap Forward enter a recipient and an additional message and tap Send Delete an Email Account You can delete an email account from your tablet if you no longer wish to rec...

Page 116: ...rnet 108 3 Tap the account name and then tap Remove Remove The account is deleted from your tablet Manage Your Email Inbox Your email inbox provides management options for viewing sorting and deleting your email messages ...

Page 117: ...Email Messages 1 On the email account inbox tap More Sort by 2 Select options for filtering email messages Delete Email Messages 1 On the email account inbox touch and hold the message you want to delete l Tap additional emails to delete 2 Tap Delete Delete Priority Senders Messages from priority senders automatically display at the top of your email inbox Emails from priority senders display in t...

Page 118: ...r email address or Contacts to select additional contacts and then tap Done To view only emails from priority senders n On the email account inbox tap Priority senders Exchange ActiveSync Email Features Set options for your corporate Exchange ActiveSync email messages including synchronization options out of office messages account settings and so on To access Exchange ActiveSync settings 1 From h...

Page 119: ...Exchange ActiveSync account name to view its options l The following options are available o Sync account Keep the account synchronized on your tablet o Account name Change the account name o Always Cc Bcc myself Send a copy of each email you send to yourself ...

Page 120: ...rver o Empty server trash Delete the content of the trash folder on the server o In case of sync conflict Select whether the device or the server has priority during a sync conflict o Sync Contacts Sync your Contacts with your Exchange account o Sync Calendar Sync your calendar with your Exchange account o Sync Task Sync your tasks with your Exchange account o Security options Manage encryption an...

Page 121: ...distance to the base station and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes Set Your Network Options Your tablet can use either the Sprint 3G CDMA network or the 4G LTE network Follow these instructions to select your network options 1 From home tap Apps Settings Mobile networks Network mode 2 Select an option LTE CDMA recommended or CDMA The tablet will scan for the best ava...

Page 122: ... For example the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003 sprintpcs com as his user name When you use data services your user name is submitted to identify you network Your user name is automatically programmed into your tablet You don t have to enter it Find Your User Name You can find your user name through your tablet s device menu 1 From home tap Apps Settings ...

Page 123: ...ur user name under the Username heading Update Your User Name If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online or make any changes to your services you must then update the profile on your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings System Update ...

Page 124: ... 3G CDMA data service Your tablet is connected to a 3G network Browser Your tablet s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go using 4G or Wi Fi data connections SSL TLS SSL Secure Sockets Layer and TLS Transport Layer Security are protocols for encrypting sent received data While in a screen connected by SSL TLS data is encrypted to safely send receive pr...

Page 125: ...me tap Apps Internet The browser opens l The first time you launch Internet you may be prompted to enter your tablet s 10 digit wireless phone number to access the Sprint Mobile home page See SIM Card Phone Number to find the number l You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message email message or Gmail message Tip To change the tablet s default launch page to your current page...

Page 126: ...et 118 The browser opens 2 Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark and tap Bookmarks Add The add bookmark window opens 3 Check or change the bookmark title URL etc and then tap Save The Web page is added to bookmarks ...

Page 127: ...a bookmark tap More Edit bookmark edit the bookmark and then tap Save n Delete Bookmarks From the browser tap Bookmarks touch and hold a bookmark and then tap Delete View Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history 1 From home tap Apps Internet The browser opens 2 Tap Bookmarks ...

Page 128: ...Messaging and Internet 120 The bookmark window opens 3 Tap the History tab and then tap an entry The Web page opens Open New Browser Tab Use tabs to switch between websites quickly and easily ...

Page 129: ... tap Apps Internet 2 Tap More options Settings For more details see Internet Settings Chrome Browser In addition to the default Internet Web browser your tablet supports the Chrome mobile Web browser If you are signed in with a Google Account the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Chrome ...

Page 130: ...Messaging and Internet 122 Chrome opens 2 Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words for a Google search or a Web address URL The search results appear or a Web page opens ...

Page 131: ...t 123 Chrome Support n To find on tablet help with Chrome from Chrome tap More options Help feedback A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome Tip For more information from your computer visit google com chrome ...

Page 132: ... Add a special graphical effect Rear camera only l Timer Take time delayed pictures or videos l Picture size Change the resolution of pictures n Camera settings Opens the camera settings menu and lets you change additional camera settings See Camera Options and Settings n Gallery View your picture or video in the Gallery application n Record video Begin recording video n Capture picture Take a pic...

Page 133: ...ideo 125 1 From home tap Apps Camera 2 Tap Settings Help and tap a topic to learn more Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your tablet s camera ...

Page 134: ... videos Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long periods This may discolor color filter and affect color of images Take a Picture You can take high resolution pictures using your tablet s camera Note Prior to using the camera remove the plastic protective covering from the camera lens 1 From home tap Apps Cam...

Page 135: ...blet Tip You can launch the camera from the lock screen Swipe up from the lock screen to open the camera Record Videos Record high quality videos using your tablet s video camera 1 From home tap Apps Camera The camera viewfinder appears 2 Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Record ...

Page 136: ... the video is captured and saved to your tablet Shooting Modes Your tablet s camera offers many shooting modes to make your pictures or videos special 1 From home tap Apps Camera The camera viewfinder appears 2 On the Camera screen tap Mode to choose a shooting mode Scroll available modes and then tap a mode to select it ...

Page 137: ... pressing and holding the Camera button l Sports Take clearer pictures of fast moving subjects Note All modes may not be shown when you tap Mode depending on your tablet s setup and which camera is active front or rear View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery Using the Gallery application you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your tablet s camera downloaded or copied to tab...

Page 138: ...0 The Gallery opens 2 Tap Time to open a drop down list and select other views such as Albums The list of albums opens 3 Tap an album to view its contents l To select another album tap the Back key to return to the Albums ...

Page 139: ...fy your picture l Delete Erase the current picture l Camera Tap to open the camera app l More Choose other options including o Details View file details o Slideshow Create a slideshow o Set as contact picture Set the picture as the photo for a contact o Set as wallpaper Set the picture as wallpaper for your Home or Lock screens 5 For a video tap a video to select it When the video is displayed ful...

Page 140: ... the thumbnail image at the upper right corner of the screen to see the item in the review screen From there you can access options such as save view send or delete the picture or video Pictures and Videos Options while Viewing n Zoom In or Out on a Picture Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in or out on a picture n Viewing Videos Use the controls to play pause or stop the video play...

Page 141: ...icture or video Edit Pictures Whether you are browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application you can tap a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture rotate or crop it and more Rotate and Save a Picture 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens 2 Tap the picture you want to rotate ...

Page 142: ...Camera and Video 134 3 Tap Edit Rotate The picture is rotated and saved to the tablet Crop a Picture 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens ...

Page 143: ...o 135 2 Tap the picture you want to crop 3 Tap Edit Crop A crop box appears on the picture 4 To adjust the crop box size touch and hold the edge of the box Drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box ...

Page 144: ...e to apply the changes to the picture The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy The original picture remains unedited Photo Editor Perform advanced edits on your pictures including straightening adjusting the tone adding visual effects and enhancing portraits 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens 2 Tap the picture you want to edit ...

Page 145: ...If the tools are not yet downloaded tap Download and follow the prompts to install Photo Editor 4 Adjust your picture with these tools l Adjustment Straighten and freely rotate your picture l Tone Adjust the brightness contrast saturation temperature and hue of the picture ...

Page 146: ...picture l Drawing Draw or write on your picture 5 Tap Apply Save to save the edited picture to the Studio folder Collage Create a photo collage with your pictures 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens 2 Tap a picture you want to add to a collage ...

Page 147: ...ge 4 Tap or ADD to select additional pictures for the collage l Tap pictures to select them l Tap Done when you are finished selecting Your collage layout will be displayed 5 Use the tools at the bottom of the screen to adjust your collage ...

Page 148: ... the selected picture from the collage l Effect Assign an effect to the picture l Adjustment Crop rotate flip reverse or resize the picture o With a picture selected you can also drag it to reposition it within its place in the collage 7 Tap Save to save the collage to the Studio album Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia mes...

Page 149: ...message They are added as file attachments in your email 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens 2 Tap the pictures or videos you want to share l To select multiple items touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select Tap all the items you want to include 3 Tap Share and then on the sharing menu tap Email or Gmail ...

Page 150: ...sed Check the From line to determine which account is being used For more information about using email and Gmail see Compose and Send Email or Create and Send a Gmail Message Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth You can select several pictures videos or both and send them to someone s tablet or your computer using Bluetooth 1 From home tap Apps Gallery ...

Page 151: ...ictures or videos you want to share l To select multiple items touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select Tap all the items you want to include 3 Tap Share and then on the sharing menu tap Bluetooth Follow the prompts to complete and send the files ...

Page 152: ... Facebook Hangouts Instagram and more Available apps will vary depending on what you have installed on your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Gallery 2 Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want send 3 Select the items you want to send l To select multiple items touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select Tap all the items you want to include 4 Tap the screen tap Share and then tap...

Page 153: ... complete the share Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube Before you do this you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Gallery The Gallery app opens ...

Page 154: ...e sharing menu tap YouTube 4 Enter the prompted information such as description and tags and select a privacy option 5 Tap Upload The upload is completed Camera Options and Settings You can adjust your camera s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu Switch Cameras Your tablet lets you switch between the front and rear cameras 1 From home tap Apps Camer...

Page 155: ...he camera viewfinder appears 2 Tap The camera switches type Set Camera Options You can configure your camera s settings to fit any situation and event 1 From home tap Apps Camera The camera viewfinder appears 2 Tap Settings ...

Page 156: ... to show pictures after taking them o Storage location Select the memory location for storage o Volume keys function Use the Volume key as the capture key the record key or as a zoom key o Reset settings Reset the camera settings o Help View information on using the camera l Rear camera o Video size rear Select a resolution Use higher resolution for higher quality Higher resolution videos take up ...

Page 157: ...Camera and Video 149 o Save as horizontally flipped Save the self portrait or self recording as viewed on the camera screen For additional camera settings see Camera Settings ...

Page 158: ...ps Calculator The calculator app launches 2 Tap keys for calculations Calculation results appear Tip To clear your current calculations tap To clear your calculation history tap Clear history Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events meetings and appointments Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events Depending on your synchronization settings your tablet s ...

Page 159: ... Calendar tap Today n Change calendar view From the Calendar tap Year Month Week Day or Tasks to change the current view n View the next previous time period Year Month Week Day view From the Calendar flick the screen left or right Add an Event to the Calendar Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application 1 From home tap Apps Calendar The Calendar app opens 2 Tap New ...

Page 160: ...Apps and Features 152 The add event window opens 3 Enter an event title start date time end date time etc and then tap Save The event is added to your calendar ...

Page 161: ...creating them in Google Calendar on the Web you will be able to see them in the Calendar application on your tablet For more information about creating and managing multiple Google Calendars visit calendar google com l Select Samsung Calendar to create an event that will sync with your Samsung account l Select your Outlook or Exchange account to create an event that will sync with these account ty...

Page 162: ...Apps and Features 154 The Calendar app opens 2 Tap an event The event details appear l Tap the event to view details and edit the event ...

Page 163: ...Apps and Features 155 Share Calendar Events Once you have created a Calendar event you can share it with others via a variety of methods 1 From home tap Apps Calendar 2 Tap an event to see its details ...

Page 164: ...Apps and Features 156 3 From the event details screen tap Share 4 Choose a Share as option Event file VCS or Text ...

Page 165: ...sharing method and follow the prompts to send the event information Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you would like to sync on your tablet along with what types of information you want to sync 1 From home tap Apps Calendar ...

Page 166: ...Apps and Features 158 The Calendar app opens 2 Tap More Manage calendars 3 Select sync options by tapping ON OFF next to each item The sync settings have been updated ...

Page 167: ...change ActiveSync account configured on the tablet For information about adding an account see Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account 2 If your Exchange ActiveSync account is set for synchronization tap ON OFF next to Sync Calendar Clock Your tablet has a clock app that lets you set alarms view time in time zones around the world use a stopwatch and set a timer Checking the Time You can always check t...

Page 168: ...e date and time tap ON OFF to turn Automatic data and time off l To select a time zone tap ON OFF to turn Automatic time zone off Your date and time settings are applied and saved Set Alarms Set multiple alarms using your tablet s Clock app 1 From home tap Apps Clock Alarm ...

Page 169: ...s including time days and repeat pattern For more options tap Options 3 When finished tap Save You will see the alarm icon in the status bar Tip Once you have set an alarm you can quickly reset the same alarm by tapping the icon on the Alarm page ...

Page 170: ... dismiss it World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe 1 From home tap Apps Clock World Clock 2 Tap a city and then tap Add City to add it to your list 3 Repeat to add multiple cities Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second 1 From home tap Apps Clock Stopwatch ...

Page 171: ...op to stop timing l Additional options include Lap to keep track of laps Resume to continue timing and Reset to reset the stopwatch to zero Timer The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 1 From home tap Apps Clock Timer ...

Page 172: ... Galaxy Apps n From home tap Apps Galaxy Apps Gallery Using the Gallery application you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your tablet s camera or downloaded You can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping You can also set a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends While viewing pictures in the Gallery scroll up the screen to...

Page 173: ...Albums Events or Categories l Tap Camera to launch the Camera to take pictures or record video l Tap More for options Available options depend on which Gallery screen you are viewing and may include o Edit Depending on the view tap albums or items to select them After selection you can tap More again for options you can use with the selected item s o Share Share albums pictures or videos o Create ...

Page 174: ...are Pictures and Videos Google Hangouts Hangouts is Google s instant messaging service Use to communicate with other Hangout users as well as for video calling Log in to a Google account beforehand see Google Account Using Hangouts 1 From home tap Apps Hangouts The Hangouts app will open 2 Tap Add and then tap New conversation ...

Page 175: ...ct from the list 4 Type a message or tap to start a video chat A chat window or a video chat window opens l Each time text is entered the corresponding friend appears l If a friend is not in a Hangout you will see a message Tap Send invitation to invite them to join the Hangout ...

Page 176: ...on find directions browse local businesses and attractions rate and review places and more Note To use Google Maps you will need to have your tablet s Location feature turned on See Location Settings for information about enabling Location on your tablet View Maps of Specified Places Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination 1 From home tap Apps Maps Google Maps opens Not...

Page 177: ...ap a candidate in the results list A map of the specified location opens Google Maps Operations n Viewing current location Tap n Obtain useful area information for current location Tap the Search field enter the information you are looking for and then tap a result to view it ...

Page 178: ...ersonal video collection including those taken on your tablet Learn more about Google Play Movies TV at play google com about movies n From home tap Apps Play Movies TV Google Play Music The Google Play Music app lets you browse shop and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library The music you choose is automatically stored in your Googl...

Page 179: ...ons tap Menu and select an option Listen Now Top charts New releases My Library Browse stations or Shop 2 Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song The song begins playing Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen ...

Page 180: ...s and album names if available Shuffle mode Enable or disable shuffle mode for the current playlist Time elapsed Displays the time elapsed for the current song Repeat mode Change the repeat mode for the song or playlist Previous song Play the previous song Play pause Play or pause the current song Next song Play the next song Rate thumbs up thumbs down Rate the current song Song length Displays th...

Page 181: ...you want to add to a playlist 4 Tap Add to playlist New playlist 5 Enter a Name Description and accessibility option for the playlist and then tap Create playlist 6 To add more songs tap More options next to a song and then tap Add to playlist playlist name Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist n From the player view tap More options Add to playlist and then tap the name of a playlist The m...

Page 182: ... Options Note To view the Google search Menu options you may need to tap the Back key to return to the main Google screen n Changing search information In the search window tap Menu Settings Tablet search and select where to search n Using Google Now Google Now automatically searches for information based on search keywords used your current location etc and presents search results in the search s...

Page 183: ...rch instead of typing with Google Voice Search 1 From home tap Apps Voice Search The Voice Search window opens 2 Speak your search terms Search results appear Facebook Post updates read what your friends are up to upload pictures and check ins and more with on the go Facebook access Sign In to Facebook 1 From home tap Apps Facebook or From home tap Apps Settings Accounts Add account Sync apps with...

Page 184: ...nd share photos and videos with your friends Customize what you capture and then share it on your feed or post it directly to your friends Set Up Instagram 1 From home tap Apps Instagram 2 Tap Sign up and follow the prompts to set up a new Instagram account or tap Log in and enter your Username and Password to access your account Use Instagram n From home tap Apps Instagram Messenger Send instant ...

Page 185: ...ed files l Images View image files l Videos View video files l Audio View audio files l Documents View document files l Download history View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the tablet l Local storage View folders and files in their storage locations l Cloud storage View folders and files store on the Internet Note Different folders may appear depending on how your tablet is config...

Page 186: ...reaming radio service that offers a simple way to find the music that is right for you With a library of over 13 million songs and 200 stations the interactive dial makes it easy to skim through stations to find the perfect soundtrack for the moment 1 From home tap Apps Samsung Milk Music 2 Read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and then tap I agree to continue The Samsung Milk Music mai...

Page 187: ...igned in to a YouTube account 1 From home tap Apps YouTube The YouTube app launches 2 Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see The video plays on your tablet screen l Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching Post a Video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your tablet Before posting you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it ...

Page 188: ... is the official mobile app of NASCAR Follow NASCAR news video highlights and immerse yourself even further into the NASCAR experience with driver stats and live leaderboards n From home tap Apps NASCAR Mobile Note The first time you access the NASCAR Mobile app you will be prompted to install it on your tablet Tap Install and follow the prompts Pages Manager The Pages Manager app lets you manage ...

Page 189: ...Apps and Features 181 n From home tap Apps Samsung ...

Page 190: ...der Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table Method Description Media Device MTP Transfer files between your tablet and PC such as pictures videos and music Camera PTP Transfer picture and video files between your tablet and PC Mass Storage Mode Exchange data with a PC using your tablet as an external storage device Transfer Files Between the Tablet and a Computer 1 Connec...

Page 191: ...ongs and albums and copy files to it from your computer 7 When you are done disconnect your tablet from your computer The transferred files are now saved to your tablet Note The first time you connect your tablet to your computer the device drivers will automatically be installed on the computer Note You can also copy files from your tablet to your computer for example if you want to save pictures...

Page 192: ...n Wi Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Use the Connections setting menu to enable your tablet s Wi Fi radio and connect to an available Wi Fi network 1 From home tap Apps Settings Wi Fi 2 Tap ON OFF to turn Wi Fi on ...

Page 193: ...the router WEP WPA KEY etc Contact the router manufacturer for information For password for a public wireless LAN check with user s service provider l Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected Note The next time your tablet connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network you will not be prompted to enter the password again unless you reset your tab...

Page 194: ...Connectivity 186 2 Tap ON OFF to turn Wi Fi on Wi Fi is enabled You will see the names and security settings of in range Wi Fi networks l To disable Wi Fi tap ON OFF again 3 Tap More Advanced ...

Page 195: ...87 The advanced Wi Fi settings menu appears 4 Configure your Wi Fi settings Your Wi Fi settings changes are saved Disconnect Wi Fi You may want to remove a connected Wi Fi network 1 From home tap Apps Settings Wi Fi ...

Page 196: ...he connected access point and then tap Forget network Wi Fi is disconnected and the network settings are removed l After forgetting an access point you need to enter the correct password and other network settings if required to reconnect ...

Page 197: ...tly to other Wi Fi Direct devices using only Wi Fi without a wireless access point network or via the Internet 1 From home tap Apps Settings Wi Fi 2 Tap ON OFF to turn Wi Fi on Wi Fi is enabled You will see the names and security settings of in range Wi Fi networks ...

Page 198: ... not accepted after a certain period the connection request is cancelled l To stop a connection tap the device name on the Wi Fi Direct list Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices such as headsets and hands free car kits and Bluetooth enabled handhelds computers printers and wireless tablets The Bluetoot...

Page 199: ...ata exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth devices Enable Bluetooth Use the settings menu to enable or disable your tablet s Bluetooth capabilities n Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the tablet n The tablet may not connect properly depending on the other device n Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands free calls depending on the conditions To enab...

Page 200: ...luetooth on or off Note Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power or in places where using a wireless tablet is prohibited such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals Pair Bluetooth Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices Saved Bluetooth devices can be connected simply Note Before pairing turn on Bluetooth on the other device and make sure it is visible or discovera...

Page 201: ...e Available devices list l If a target device is not detected tap Scan to search again 2 Tap a device from the Available devices list and follow the instructions to pair with the device Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the device used The Bluetooth device is paired to your tablet ...

Page 202: ...red from your tablet To make another connection with the device you will need to pair again Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset or have hands free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit It s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands free devices 1 From home tap Apps Settings Bluetooth ...

Page 203: ...en start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive tablet calls Note Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth compatible devices display and operations may be different and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices Share Information Using Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer information b...

Page 204: ...Bluetooth by describing how to share a contact Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth Note Your tablet must be paired with another Bluetooth enabled device in order to send information 1 From home tap Apps Contacts You will see the Contacts list 2 Tap a contact to send 3 Tap More Share contact Bluetooth ...

Page 205: ...ng Data via Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to receive information from another Bluetooth enabled device such as a tablet or notebook computer Note Your tablet must be paired with another Bluetooth enabled device in order to send information 1 When another device attempts to send a file to your tablet via Bluetooth you will see a request to accept the file ...

Page 206: ...tion l When you open a received file what happens Next depends on the file type o Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application o For a vCalendar file select the calendar where you want to save the event and then tap Import The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events For more information on using the Calendar see Calendar o For a vCard contact file received c...

Page 207: ...notification sounds operation tones etc Display Set display features font brightness etc Motions and gestures Enable tablet controls by using motions and gestures Applications Manage applications default apps and system processes Wallpaper Set wallpaper for the Home and Lock screens Lock screen and security Set your tablet s Lock screen options Set security features such as device administrators e...

Page 208: ...Update Update your system s software PRL and Profile About device View device status legal information and hardware information about your device Access Settings n From home tap Apps Settings or Slide the status bar down to open the notification panel and then tap Settings The settings menu opens Wi Fi Settings Menu The Wi Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi Fi on or off set up and connect to availa...

Page 209: ...Apps Settings Wi Fi 2 Tap ON OFF to turn Wi Fi on Wi Fi is enabled You will see the names and security settings of in range Wi Fi networks l To disable Wi Fi tap ON OFF again 3 Tap a Wi Fi network enter the password and tap Connect ...

Page 210: ...is not security protected Connect to a Wi Fi Network via WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a wireless network connection between your tablet and a router To connect using a WPS button 1 From Wi Fi settings tap More WPS push button 2 Tap the WPS button on your router 3 Follow the prompts to complete the connection To connect using a Person...

Page 211: ... networks are available l Passpoint Automatically connect to Passpoint certified Wi Fi access points l Keep Wi Fi on during sleep Select options for keeping Wi Fi active while the tablet is sleeping l Always allow scanning Tap ON OFF to enable or disable background scanning even when Wi Fi is turned off l Install network certificates Install security certificates from your tablet s storage l MAC a...

Page 212: ... instructions l Depending on the device you may be required to enter or accept a passkey l If the target device does not appear tap Scan to search again l This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled n Change the Name of a Paired Device From Bluetooth settings tap Settings next to a paired device name tap Rename enter a new name and tap Rename l Emoji cannot be used in a device name l This ...

Page 213: ...ettings tap Scan l This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled n Check Files Received via Bluetooth Transfer From Bluetooth settings tap More Received files and follow the instructions Mobile Hotspot Settings Use the Mobile hotspot feature to share your tablet s data connection with other devices via Wi Fi Note Using the Hotspot feature consumes battery power and uses data services Turn Ho...

Page 214: ... your mobile hotspot but will have to set up the connection manually with your Network SSID and Password o Security Choose the security level for your Mobile Hotspot o Password If you choose a security level that uses a password set a password o Show password When enabled the contents of the Password field are visible o Show advanced options When enabled you can access advanced options including B...

Page 215: ...and Ending IP o Ending IP When DHCP is enabled view the default ending IP address for assigning IP addresses to connecting devices or enter a enter a valid IPv4 address When other devices connect to your device using DHCP the IP address your tablet assigns will be between the Starting IP and Ending IP o Lease time When DHCP is enabled set a length of time a connected device may use an assigned IP ...

Page 216: ...ablet disconnects from all networks meaning you cannot use make calls send or receive messages or access the Internet It also turns off other connectivity features such as Wi Fi and Bluetooth While in airplane mode you can use other features of your tablet such as playing music watching videos or other applications To use Wi Fi and Bluetooth after enabling Airplane mode turn them on either in Sett...

Page 217: ...k settings drag down the status bar and tap Airplane mode Turn on or though the Power Lock key press and hold the Power Lock key and then tap Airplane mode Turn on Data Usage Settings The Data usage menu lets you view your tablet s mobile and Wi Fi data usage set data limits restrict hotspot usage and more n From home tap Apps Settings Data usage ...

Page 218: ...n to set an amount l Data usage amounts are approximate Actual amounts may differ l This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled n Set dates for data usage tracking Tap the date range to set the data usage measuring cycle l This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled n Application data usage Tap an app name to see its usage for the period n More Tap More and select additional op...

Page 219: ...r CDMA l Data roaming When you are outside your home network area your tablet can still connect to other networks that your provider supports via roaming There may be additional costs for accessing networks while roaming so you may want to control your tablet s roaming behavior with Roaming settings o Roaming network Select a roaming default Choose Home only to only connect to the Sprint network o...

Page 220: ...N Ethernet and printers if available More Connection Settings Options Setting Description Tethering Share your device s mobile data connection via USB or Bluetooth Printing Set up printers to print from your tablet VPN Add a Virtual Private Network VPN Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connections Access More Connection Options 1 From home tap Apps Settings More connection settings 2 Set items Your se...

Page 221: ...ternet connection with a computer that connects to your device via USB cable or by Bluetooth Note Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services 1 From home tap Apps Settings More connection settings 2 Tap Tethering and choose an option ...

Page 222: ... via USB cable and then tap USB tethering to turn tethering on Printing You can print from your tablet via Wi Fi to an optional compatible printer not included Your tablet and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi Fi network Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer you must add and set it up on your tablet You will need to know the IP address of the printer consult the print...

Page 223: ...he IP address of the printer and then tap OK Set Up a Printer Add a printer to a print service and configure settings Note Below settings are examples only Available settings will differ depending on the type of print service and printer you are using 1 From the Printing settings screen select a print service from the list 2 Tap ON OFF to turn the service on The service must be on to add a printer...

Page 224: ...ates before you can connect to your company s local network You can get this information from your network administrator Before you can initiate a VPN connection your tablet must first establish a Wi Fi or data connection For information about setting up and using these connections on your tablet see 4G LTE and Turn Wi Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network Set Up Secure Credential Storage If you...

Page 225: ... types See Screen Lock 3 Enter a new password at least four characters long including at least one letter for the credential storage tap Continue confirm the password and then tap OK 4 Select your display option for notifications on the lock screen and then tap Done The password is set allowing secure credential storage ...

Page 226: ...rity settings 6 Tap Trust agents and then tap your preferred system and user credentials Your secure credentials storage is set You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network Your network administrator can tell you how to do this ...

Page 227: ... More networks settings menu to add a VPN connection to your tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings More connection settings 2 Tap VPN The VPN settings window appears 3 Tap More Add VPN and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add ...

Page 228: ... Show advanced options l Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator 4 Tap Save Your VPN is added to the VPNs section of the VPN settings window Access the VPN Settings Window 1 From home tap Apps Settings More connection settings ...

Page 229: ...Settings 221 2 Tap VPN The VPN settings window appears Connect to a VPN 1 From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window tap the VPN that you want to connect to ...

Page 230: ...gin credentials and then tap Connect You will connect to the selected VPN l When you are connected a VPN connected icon appears in the notification area 3 Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network ...

Page 231: ...ct to disconnect from the VPN Your tablet disconnects from the VPN l When your tablet has disconnected from the VPN you will see a VPN disconnected icon in the notification area of the status bar Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connection This option will only be available if there are Ethernet connections available 1 From home tap Apps Settings More connection settings ...

Page 232: ...on Sound mode Set the sound mode for the tablet Sound Vibrate or Mute Volume Set volume for media system features etc Sounds Set your notification sounds for your tablet apps keypad and other features Sound quality and effects Set sound quality and sound effects for your tablet Do not disturb Configure the Do not disturb feature to mute calls and alerts at will or on a schedule as well as set exce...

Page 233: ...se a mode l Sound Your tablet uses the sounds vibrations and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts l Vibrate Your tablet vibrates for notifications and alerts This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound settings l Mute Your tablet plays no sounds or vibrations Reminders will still occur Volume Set the system volume level and set default volume for n...

Page 234: ...Settings 226 2 Tap Volume and then drag the sliders to set the default volume for l Notifications l Media l System Sounds Choose a system sounds and tones ...

Page 235: ...lt notification sound Choose a default sound for notifications l Calendar notifications Tones play and or the tablet vibrates to remind you of events l Email notifications Tones play and or the tablet vibrates when new emails arrive l Touch sounds Tones play when you tap the screen to make selections ...

Page 236: ...hen a set of headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is connected 1 From home tap Apps Settings Sounds and notifications 2 Tap Sound quality and effects for options l Adapt Sound Find the best sound quality for you and use it while playing music or videos l SoundAlive Recreate the effect of rich surround sound l Tube Amp Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier Notifications Choose a soun...

Page 237: ... Adjusting your tablet s display and wallpaper settings not only helps you see what you want it can also help increase battery life Display Settings Overview The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options Display Setting Description Brightness Set the display brightness Outdoor mode Adjust the screen settings so the screen can be viewed more easily outside Font Set a defau...

Page 238: ...p Apps Settings Display 2 Set your display options l Brightness Set the screen brightness or set the brightness level to Auto l Outdoor mode Adjust the screen settings so the screen can be viewed more easily while outside l Font Choose the default font l Screen timeout Turn the screen off after a set amount of time l Smart stay Keep the screen on while you are looking at it l Screen mode Adjust th...

Page 239: ...n When a feature is on tap the feature name to configure options l Mute Mute incoming calls and alarms by placing your hand on the screen or turning the tablet over l Palm swipe to capture Capture the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across the screen from side to side keeping in contact with the screen Applications Settings View information and configure settings for all apps on your table...

Page 240: ...lled applications and running applications Items that can be checked in the Application manager are as follows Apps Setting Description Downloaded Check downloaded apps SD card Check apps that are saved to the SD card Running Check running apps All Check all apps Disabled Check disabled apps This page only appears if apps have been disabled Access the Application Manager 1 From home tap Apps Setti...

Page 241: ...3 Tap items to view details Check your application settings condition and access additional options Note Depending on the app and its location you may be able to force the app closed uninstall or disable the app clear cache and data and more ...

Page 242: ... clear default applications for certain built in features of the tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications 2 Tap Default applications 3 Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default ...

Page 243: ...ings 235 l Home Choose a default home screen mode l Clear defaults Tap Clear to clear defaults Calendar Settings Configure settings for your tablet s Calendar app 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications ...

Page 244: ...mation from AccuWeather com displays on the calendar l Notification o Notification sound Choose a sound for calendar event notifications o Vibration Enable or disable vibration to play for calendar event notifications l Set default reminders Set default reminders for Events and All day events l Lock time zone When enabled event times will be locked to the time zone you select Times and dates will ...

Page 245: ...ese options l Grid lines Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects l Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to the photo l Volume keys function Use the Volume key to take pictures record video or as a zoom key ...

Page 246: ...ote Additional Camera settings options are available within the Camera app See Camera Options and Settings Contacts Settings Configure options for contacts stored on your tablet Tip You can also access Contacts Settings from the Contacts app From home tap Contacts More Settings 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications ...

Page 247: ...y Choose how contacts are sorted by first or last name l Name format Choose how contacts are displayed by first or last name l Share multiple contacts You can choose how to transfer contacts when sharing them with other devices such as via Bluetooth o As one file Multiple contacts are sent together This method can be faster but depends on whether the target device can accept multiple name cards If...

Page 248: ... Email settings from the Email app From home tap Apps Email More Settings General Email Preferences 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications 2 Tap Email to configure options General email settings which affect all email accounts include ...

Page 249: ...counts individually in the account s settings l Spam addresses Create and maintain a list of email addresses and domains to automatically block emails from those senders l Confirm deletions Ask for confirmation before deleting email Manage Email Account Settings You can edit settings for your individual email accounts such as email address and password name display and signature frequency of retri...

Page 250: ...se the number of emails to retrieve at one time l Limit retrieval size while roaming Choose the number of emails to retrieve at one time while roaming l Out of office settings Configure options for automatically sending replies when you are out of the office l Folder sync settings Choose which folders to sync l Period to sync Calendar Choose the period for synchronizing calendar events between you...

Page 251: ...ngs Configure Internet settings to customize the browser to your preferences Tip You can also access Internet settings from the Internet app From home tap Internet More options Settings 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications ...

Page 252: ...gine l Auto fill profile Manage your Auto fill profile l Manual zoom Override website requests to control zoom level l Privacy Choose options related to privacy l Advanced Choose settings to control how the browser treats content Weather Settings Configure weather settings for use with the Lock screen and the Calendar app 1 From home tap Apps Settings Applications ...

Page 253: ...elsius or Fahrenheit l Auto refresh Choose how often weather information is updated l Use current location Use your tablet s current location to get local weather information l Weather notifications Receive notifications when there is a chance of rain snow or hail ...

Page 254: ...en Lock screen or Home and Lock screens 3 Tap a wallpaper to preview it 4 Tap Set as wallpaper to set the selected wallpaper for the screen or screens If you have selected an image from Gallery tap Set as wallpaper to apply it as wallpaper Your wallpaper is changed Lock Screen and Security Settings The Lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your tablet customize Lock screen opt...

Page 255: ...formation Unlock effect Set the effect shown when the Lock screen wakes up Available only with the Swipe lock Secure lock settings Configure secure lock functions such as Auto lock and Lock instantly with Power key Available only with Pattern PIN and Password screen locks Unknown sources Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google Play store app Other security settings Co...

Page 256: ...ure to most secure the available screen lock options are n None n Swipe n Pattern n PIN n Password Important To protect your tablet and data from unauthorized access it is recommended that you use the highest security level available Password protection It is also recommended you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your tablet and personal data Access Screen Lock Settings 1 Fro...

Page 257: ...ote If you have set a Pattern PIN or Password screen lock you will be prompted to enter it before accessing the Screen lock type settings window Use Swipe to Unlock the Screen n From the Screen lock type menu tap Swipe to save the setting The screen lock is set ...

Page 258: ...ern 1 From the Screen lock type menu tap Pattern 2 Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical horizontal or diagonal direction Lift your finger from the screen when finished The tablet records the pattern ...

Page 259: ...ap Continue 4 When prompted draw the screen unlock pattern again and then tap Confirm The screen unlock pattern is saved 5 Enter a backup PIN tap Continue re enter the PIN and tap OK to save your screen unlock pattern ...

Page 260: ... on the screen when you unlock it Note To change your unlock screen pattern from home tap Apps Settings Lock Screen and Security Screen lock type Use a Screen Unlock PIN 1 From the Screen lock type menu tap PIN 2 Enter a PIN tap Continue re enter your PIN and tap OK to save the setting The screen lock is set l If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts you will be prompted to wait fo...

Page 261: ...s before you can try again Important To protect your tablet and data from unauthorized access it is recommended that you use the screen unlock password highest security It is also recommended that you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your tablet and personal data Disable the Screen Lock Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock 1 From home tap Apps S...

Page 262: ... The Lock screen and security settings window displays 2 Tap Screen lock type 3 Draw your unlock screen pattern enter your PIN or password The Screen lock settings menu opens 4 Tap None The screen lock is disabled ...

Page 263: ...e Lock screen and security settings window displays 2 Tap ON OFF next to Unknown sources to enable installation of non Google Play applications Warning Enabling installation of third party applications can cause your device and personal data to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources 3 Tap Other security settings ...

Page 264: ...tors Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges l Storage type Select a storage location for credential contents l View security certificates Display certificates in your device s ROM and other certificates you have installed l Install from device storage Install a new certificate from storage l Clear credentials Erase the credential contents from the device and rese...

Page 265: ...ocation Select the method used to estimate your location You can also view the apps that have requested your location and review their history logs Private mode Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep private You must configure a security lock to use Private mode Report diagnostic info You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your tablet experiences t...

Page 266: ... how your tablet determines its location using the wireless networks GPS satellites both or neither Enable Location Services Before using any features that require location assistance you must enable your tablet s location services 1 From home tap Apps Settings Privacy 2 Tap Location ...

Page 267: ...ation services are enabled l If you see a confirmation follow the instructions to connect Changing Location Method You can change the methods used for determining your location Note Location must be turned on to change locating method 1 From home tap Apps Settings Privacy ...

Page 268: ...ettings 260 2 Tap Location 3 Tap Locating method 4 Select a locating method Each mode has a description of which method or methods are used to estimate your location Your tablet s locating method is set ...

Page 269: ...s based on places that you have visited 1 From home tap Apps Settings Privacy 2 Tap Location 3 Tap Google Location History and sign in to your Google Account for more options Private Mode Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep private using supported apps You must configure a security lock to use Private mode Activate Private Mode 1 From home tap Apps Settings Privacy...

Page 270: ...ode 3 Tap the ON OFF switch to turn on Private mode 4 Follow the prompts to set security for Private mode Report Diagnostic Info You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your tablet experiences technical problems ...

Page 271: ...ility Option Description Vision Configure accessibility features for vision Hearing Configure accessibility features for hearing and sounds Dexterity and interaction Configure accessibility features for handling and interactions with the tablet Direction lock Unlock the screen by swiping in a series of directions Direct access Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home key three times i...

Page 272: ...ssibility settings or share them with other devices Services Configure other accessibility services if installed Access Accessibility Options 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accessibility 2 Set available accessibility options Your accessibility settings are applied and saved Vision Accessibility Settings Your tablet offers many features to assist users who are blind or low vision 1 From home tap App...

Page 273: ...ce Assistant is on your tablet speaks descriptions of items you tap or activate on your tablet to help blind and low vision users When Voice Assistant is turned on you may need to use a double tap to select items because a single tap is used to trigger Voice Assistant l Voice Assistant help View tutorials on using Voice Assistant ...

Page 274: ...s l Magnification gestures Use exaggerated gestures such as triple tapping double pinching and dragging two fingers across the screen l Magnifier window Magnify content shown on the screen l Grayscale Display screens in grayscale instead of color l Negative colors Screen colors are reversed l Color adjustment Adjusts the color of the screen if you have difficulty reading the screen because of the ...

Page 275: ...urn off all sounds Sounds made by the tablet during taps selections notifications etc are muted l Samsung subtitles CC Displays Samsung subtitles where available Tap ON OFF to turn the option on or off and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options ...

Page 276: ... l Left right sound balance Adjust the sound sent to the left and right when using earphones l Mono audio Enable or disable the compression of stereo audio into a single mono audio stream for use with a single earphone Dexterity and Interaction Settings Your tablet offers many features to improve accessibility related to the way you interact with touch and movement 1 From home tap Apps Settings Ac...

Page 277: ...ON OFF to turn the feature on or off When you turn on Assistant menu Single tap mode is also enabled o Dominant hand Choose whether the Assistant menu displays on the left or right side of the screen o Edit Re order or remove items from the Assistant menu o Assistant plus When turned on Assistant plus displays contextual menu options for some apps in Assistant menu Not all apps support this option...

Page 278: ...raction Automatic screen rotation and hard key functions Power Lock key Volume key etc will be turned off and app notifications will only be shown in the notification panel and status bar Configure Other Accessibility Settings Your tablet offers many features to improve tablet accessibility 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accessibility 2 Configure additional accessibility options l Direction lock Un...

Page 279: ...ngs as a file Note Additional accessibility services you have installed are displayed under the Services heading Account Settings The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email social networking and picture and video sharing accounts Set Up a New Account 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts ...

Page 280: ... An Add account window appears 3 Tap an account type and then follow the instructions to add the required account information The account is added to the accounts list Manage Existing Accounts 1 From home tap Apps Settings Accounts ...

Page 281: ...Settings 273 2 Tap the account type to see the existing accounts The account settings menu appears 3 View and configure your account settings as desired The account options are updated ...

Page 282: ...to your Samsung account Restore When reinstalling an application backed up settings and data will be restored from your Samsung account Backup account Select the Google account used to back up data Back up my data Enable backup for application data Wi Fi passwords and other settings to your Google account Automatic restore When reinstalling an application backed up settings and data will be restor...

Page 283: ...ser name and password for the last registered Google Account to regain access to the device You will not be able to access the device without the correct credentials This Google Account verification prevents unauthorized users from accessing or using your device if it has been reset to factory settings without your permission for example if your device is lost or stolen You should remove your Goog...

Page 284: ...Settings 276 2 Read the factory data reset information page and tap Reset device ...

Page 285: ...eyboards select and configure keyboard settings configure speech input settings and set your tablet s mouse trackpad options Language and Input Settings Overview You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu Language and Input Setting Description Language Set the language for your display and menus Default keyboard Set the default method for entering text Samsung keyboa...

Page 286: ...nguage for Your Tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings Language and input Language 2 Tap an available language Language and Input Options Some of the language and input options are detailed below 1 From home tap Apps Settings Language and input 2 Set options l Language Set the display language Tap a language to assign it l Default keyboard Set the keyboard to use for input l Samsung keyboard Tap to ...

Page 287: ...he mouse trackpad pointer speed Drag the bar to adjust the speed and then tap OK Battery Settings Monitor your tablet s battery usage through this settings menu View which functions are consuming your battery s charge and at what percentage You can also display the battery charge remaining as a percentage on the status bar 1 From home tap Apps Settings Battery 2 Tap Display battery percentage to s...

Page 288: ...80 Power Saving Mode Save battery power by activating Power saving mode which reduces or turns off certain features to decrease battery consumption Turn On Power Saving Mode 1 From home tap Apps Settings Battery ...

Page 289: ...r at a selected percentage of battery power Ultra Power Saving Mode Conserve power and extend your tablet s battery life by using a minimal home screen layout limiting the number of usable apps turning off mobile data when the screen is off and turning off connectivity features such as Wi Fi and Bluetooth Turn On Ultra Power Saving Mode 1 From home tap Apps Settings Battery ...

Page 290: ...ower saving mode 3 Tap ON OFF to enable Ultra power saving mode Ultra power saving mode is activated Turn Off Ultra Power Saving Mode n From home tap More Turn off Ultra power saving mode The tablet returns to normal power mode ...

Page 291: ...your tablet s memory n Available space The amount of storage space currently available n System memory The minimum amount of storage space required to run the system n Used space The amount of storage space currently being used n Cached data The amount of data currently cached n Miscellaneous files The amount of memory used to store miscellaneous files SD card Mount unmount and format an optional ...

Page 292: ...r use as storage in the tablet This option is only available if an optional memory card is installed and is not already mounted Usually your tablet mounts a memory card as soon as you install it o Unmount SD card Prepare an optional installed memory card for safe removal or formatting o Format SD card Permanently remove all content from an optional installed memory card After formatting the conten...

Page 293: ...se 24 hour format Enable or disable 24 hour format Access Date and Time Options 1 From home tap Apps Settings Date and time 2 Set available date and time options Your date and time settings are applied and saved Help The Help menu provides tips and guidelines to help you use your tablet Access Help 1 From home tap Apps Settings Help ...

Page 294: ...its contents 3 Tap Search to search for a topic Activate This Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new tablet or use additional self service options such as checking the status of an in service tablet 1 From home tap Apps Settings Activate this device ...

Page 295: ...ary Your tablet activates If already activated on an account you will see a usage and plan summary System Update The System Update menu provides settings for keeping your tablet up to date with the latest software Access System Update n From home tap Apps Settings System Update ...

Page 296: ...ice menu lets you access important tablet information search for and apply updates and view legal and safety information About Device Overview The following About device items may be reviewed or set About Device Item Description Software version Check your current software version Hardware version Check your current hardware version ...

Page 297: ... of use etc Device name Change the name of your device other devices see this name when using Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth Model number Check the tablet s model number Android version Check the Android version number Baseband version Check the tablet s baseband version Kernel version Check the tablet s kernel version Build number Check the current tablet build number SE for Android status Check the...

Page 298: ...Settings 290 2 Tap About device 3 Select or view available options Your tablet information is displayed ...

Page 299: ...hen you sign on to sprint com mysprint Click Register and follow the prompts to get started If you are not the account owner if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service you can get a sub account password at sprint com mysprint Data Services Password With your Sprint tablet you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize purchases For more in...

Page 300: ...ise attempt to create source code from the software No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers Open Source Software Some software components of this product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License GPL GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL OpenSSL...

Page 301: ... refer to samsung com us knox 030115 Samsung Electronics America SEA Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet Address samsung com 2015 Samsung Samsung Samsung Galaxy S Voice Multi Window Samsung Milk Music and KNOX are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Note Screen images are simulated Appearance of device may vary Do you have ques...

Page 302: ... the mobile device or at samsung com READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE Samsung Limited Warranty This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty including its dispute resolution procedure Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty and obtaining service are available on the device at Settings About device Legal Information Samsung legal o...

Page 303: ...up and Reset 274 Basic Operations 14 Battery Charge 4 Power saving mode 281 Settings 279 Bluetooth 190 Connect 194 Pair 192 Receive information 197 Send information 195 Settings 203 Share pictures and videos 142 Turn on or off 191 Unpair 194 Bluetooth Information 191 Bookmark 117 Brightness 229 Browser 116 Bookmark 117 History 119 Launch connection 117 Settings 121 Windows 120 C Calculator 150 Cal...

Page 304: ...View and reply 105 Enter Text 23 Ethernet 223 Excel 164 Exchange ActiveSync Add account 101 Features 110 Extended Home Screen 54 F Facebook 175 Factory Data Reset 275 Files Transfer between tablet and computer 182 Flick 10 Folders 63 For Assistance 291 G Galaxy Apps 164 Gallery 129 164 Get Started 3 Gmail 79 Archive threads 84 Create account 26 Delete threads 87 Labels 83 Mute threads 86 New messa...

Page 305: ...view 247 Lookout 180 M Maps 168 Memory 283 Memory Card 50 View Memory 51 Messaging 79 Messenger 176 microSD Card 50 Format 51 Insert 50 Remove 51 Unmount 52 Mobile Networks Settings 211 More Networks Settings 212 Motions and Gestures 231 Music Google Play Music 170 My Files 177 N NASCAR Mobile 180 Notification Icons 57 Notification Panel 57 Notification Settings 224 Notifications 57 228 O OneDrive...

Page 306: ... Effects 228 Sound Settings 224 Sounds 226 Speaker 3 Spread 11 Sprint Account Management 291 Passwords 291 Sprint Account Information and Help 291 Status Bar 55 Status Bar and Notification Panel 55 Status Icons 56 Stopwatch 162 Storage Settings 283 Swipe 8 System Update 287 T Tablet Layout illustration 3 Tablet Settings Menu 15 Tablet Status 288 Tablet Update PRL 49 Profile 48 Software 45 Tap 7 Te...

Page 307: ... 225 Key 4 W Wallpaper 60 246 Weather Settings 244 Web Launch connection 117 Wi Fi 183 Disconnect 187 Settings 185 Settings menu 200 Turn on and connect 184 Wi Fi Direct 189 Widgets 62 Word 179 World Clock 162 Y Your Tablet s Home Screen 53 YouTube 179 Share videos 145 Z Zoom 11 ...

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