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USER MANUAL

English (LTN). 02/2023. Rev.2.0

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SM-A525M/DS

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Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English LTN 02 2023 Rev 2 0 SM A525M SM A525M DS SM A526B SM A526B DS SM A528B SM A528B DS SM A725M SM A725M DS ...

Page 2: ... Internet 39 Multi window 42 Bixby 44 BixbyVision 45 Samsung Kids 46 Samsung Health 47 Samsung Notes 48 Samsung Members 48 Samsung Global Goals 48 SamsungTV Plus 48 Galaxy Shop 49 GalaxyWearable 49 Calendar 50 Reminder 51 My Files 51 Clock 51 Calculator 52 Game Launcher 53 Game Booster 54 SmartThings 54 SmartView 55 Music Share 57 Link toWindows 58 Google apps 59 Camera 72 Gallery 76 AR Zone 82 Vo...

Page 3: ... and solutions Appendix 141 Troubleshooting 147 About Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC 91 Connections 92 Wi Fi 94 Bluetooth 95 NFC and contactless payments 96 Data saver 97 Mobile data only apps 97 Mobile Hotspot 98 More connection settings 99 Connected devices 100 Modes and Routines 100 Using modes 100 Using routines 101 Sounds and vibration 102 Sound quality and effects 102 Separate app sound 103 N...

Page 4: ...4 Getting started ...

Page 5: ...52 5G A72 Speaker Fingerprint recognition sensor Side key Volume key Touchscreen Front camera Light sensor Earphone jack Multipurpose jack USBType C SIM card microSD card tray Rear camera Flash Microphone Main antenna Speaker Microphone NFC antenna GPS antenna ...

Page 6: ...Fingerprint recognition sensor Side key Volume key Touchscreen Front camera Light sensor Earphone jack Multipurpose jack USBType C SIM card microSD card tray Rear camera Flash Microphone Main antenna Speaker Microphone NFC antenna GPS antenna ...

Page 7: ... or receiver the device s sound may become quiet or certain features may not work If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device If you attach a device cover made with...

Page 8: ...Down key Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device Setting the Side key Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the Side key Launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Side key and then select an option you want Soft buttons Back button Home button Recents button When you turn on the screen...

Page 9: ...misuse is not covered by the warranty Use only USBType C cable supplied with the device The device may be damaged if you use Micro USB cable To save energy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessi...

Page 10: ...that need to be synced Decrease the backlight time Decrease the screen brightness Battery charging tips and precautions If the battery is completely discharged the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device If you use multiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a connection to anoth...

Page 11: ...e the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Center SIM or USIM card nano SIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider For dual SIM models you can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device In some areas data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when...

Page 12: ...fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet your device may be damaged Always make sure the tray is dry Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device Correct card installation dual SIM card tray Nano SIM card 1 Nano SIM card Nano SIM card 2 microSD card SIM manager dua...

Page 13: ... to secure it 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot Use only a microSD card Some SD cards may not be fully compatible with the device Using an incompatible card may damage the device the SD card or the data stored in it Use caution to insert the SD card right side up Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole Otherwise the device may be damaged When you remove the tray from the ...

Page 14: ...evice the SD card s file directory appears in the My Files SD card folder Removing the SD card Before removing the SD card first unmount it for safe removal 1 Open Settings and tap Battery and device care Storage 2 Swipe to the left to view the SD card page 3 Tap Unmount Do not remove external storage such as an SD card or USB storage while the device is transferring or accessing information or ri...

Page 15: ...ipe downwards and then tap 2 Tap Power off To restart the device tap Restart You can set the device to turn off when you press and hold the Side key Launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Side key and then tap Power off menu under Press and hold Forcing restart If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds...

Page 16: ...and various features of the device This chapter is a common manual for apps and features provided by Samsung devices Depending on the model some content may differ or descriptions of apps or features not available on your device may be included ...

Page 17: ...ng account If you do not have a Samsung account tap Create account Finding your ID and resetting your password If you forget your Samsung account ID or password tap Find ID or Forgot password on the Samsung account sign in screen You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter the required information Signing out of your Samsung account When you sign out of your Samsung account your da...

Page 18: ...apart or pinch on the screen Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction To avoid damaging the touchscreen do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doi...

Page 19: ...apps Home Tap to return to the Home screen Tap and hold to launch the Google Assistant app Back Tap to return to the previous screen Hiding the navigation bar View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar Launch the Settings app tap Display Navigation bar and then tap Swipe gestures under Navigation type The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear Ta...

Page 20: ...pe upwards to open the Apps screen To return to the Home screen swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen Alternatively tap the Home button or the Back button Home screen Apps screen Finder Favorite apps If you add the Apps button on the Home screen you can open the Apps screen by tapping the button On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area tap Settings and then tap the Show Apps screen bu...

Page 21: ...device s theme Visual elements of interface such as colors icons and wallpapers will change depending on the selected theme Widgets Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Select a widget and tap Add The widget will be added on the Home screen Settings Configure settings for the Home screen such as the screen layout...

Page 22: ... shortcut to an app on the Home screen tap and hold an item on the Apps screen and then tap Add to Home A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home screen You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen Creating folders Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen tap and hold an app...

Page 23: ...e deleted The folder s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen Edge panel You can quickly access your favorite apps and features from the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the center of the screen If the Edge panel handle is not visible launch the Settings app tap Display and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it Edge panel handle Edge panel Edge panel settings ...

Page 24: ...rsonal information by preventing others from accessing your device After setting the screen lock method the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit Launch the Settings app tap Lock screen Secure lock settings unlock the screen using th...

Page 25: ...text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode Vibration mode Airplane mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery charging Battery power level The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps To display the status bar drag down from the top of the screen Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel The indicator icons may appear diff...

Page 26: ...wing functions on the notification panel View the notification details and perform various actions Clear all notifications Launch Settings Access the notification settings Quick setting buttons Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings devices and scenes Control media on your device and connected nearby devices Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain featur...

Page 27: ... the Media feature 1 Open the notification panel and tap Media output 2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback Controlling nearby devices Launch quickly and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used SmartThings devices and scenes on the notification panel 1 Open the notification panel and tap Device control Nearby connected devices and SmartThings devices and sc...

Page 28: ...put languages and select the languages to use When you select two or more languages you can switch between the input languages by tapping Changing the keyboard On the navigation bar tap to change the keyboard To change the keyboard type tap Languages and types select a language and then select the keyboard type you want If the keyboard button does not appear on the navigation bar launch the Settin...

Page 29: ...g or to select the desired text or tap Select all to select all text 3 Tap Copy or Cut The selected text is copied to the clipboard 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste To paste text that you have previously copied tap Clipboard and select the text ...

Page 30: ... an option Play Store Purchase and download apps Launch the Play Store app Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword To change the auto update settings tap your account icon tap Settings Network preferences Auto update apps and then select an option Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option Uninstall Uninstall downloaded apps Disable Disable ...

Page 31: ...aunch the Settings app and tap Apps Select an app and tap Permissions You can view the app s permissions list and change its permissions To view or change app permission settings by permission category launch the Settings app and tap Apps Permission manager Select an item and select an app If you do not grant permissions to apps the basic features of the apps may not function properly ...

Page 32: ...wipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a call If this feature is deactivated tap Settings Other call settings and then tap the Swipe to call or text switch to activate it Using speed dial To set a number to speed dial launch the Phone app tap Keypad Speed dial numbers select a speed dial number and then add a phone number To make a call tap and hold a speed dial number on the key...

Page 33: ...arious rejection messages launch the Phone app tap Settings Quick decline messages enter a message and then tap Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Settings Block numbers 2 Tap Recents or Contacts select contacts or phone numbers and then tap Done To manually enter a number tap Add phone number enter a phone number and th...

Page 34: ...mporting them from other storages to your device 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import contacts 2 Follow the on screen instructions to import contacts Syncing contacts with your web accounts Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts such as your Samsung account 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and select the accoun...

Page 35: ...ap More Delete Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Edit 2 Select contacts and tap Share 3 Select a sharing method Creating groups You can add groups such as family or friends and manage contacts by group 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Groups Create group 2 Follow the on screen instructions to create a group Mergi...

Page 36: ...nding messages 1 Launch the Messages app and tap 2 Add recipients and enter a message To record and send a voice message tap and hold say your message and then release your finger The recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty 3 Tap to send the message Enter recipients Enter a message Enter emojis or stickers Attach files Recipient Send the message ...

Page 37: ...ngers apart or pinch on the screen Sorting messages You can sort messages by category and manage them easily Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations If the category option does not appear tap Settings and tap the Conversation categories switch to activate it Deleting messages Tap and hold a message to delete then tap Delete Changing message settings Launch the Messages app tap Settings You c...

Page 38: ...bpage Open the homepage Move between pages More options Refresh the current webpage Manage tabs Use secret mode View your bookmarks Using secret mode If you set a password for secret mode you can prevent others from viewing your search history browsing history bookmarks and saved pages 1 Tap Turn on Secret mode 2 Tap the Lock Secret mode switch to activate it tap Start and then set a password for ...

Page 39: ...run multiple apps at the same time in the pop up view Split screen view Pop up view Some apps may not support this feature Split screen view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 On the apps list select another app to launch ...

Page 40: ...to activate it you can launch the recently used apps in the split screen view from the Edge panel Adding app pairs Add frequently used apps as an app pair to launch them together in the split screen view with a single tap 1 In the split screen view tap the circles between the app windows 2 Tap 3 Select a location to add the app pair The apps you are using in the split screen view will be saved to ...

Page 41: ... pop up window the window will be minimized and displayed as an app icon To use the pop up window again tap the app icon Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the center of the screen 2 Tap and hold an app drag it to the left and then drop it where Drop here for pop up view appears The selected app will launch in the pop up view Moving pop up windows To move a pop...

Page 42: ...y While pressing and holding the Side key say what you want to Bixby and then release your finger from the key Alternatively say Hi Bixby and say what you want For example while pressing and holding the Side key say How s the weather today The weather information will appear on the screen If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation you can continue to talk to Bixby without pressing the Side...

Page 43: ...cognized due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where speaking is difficult you can communicate with Bixby via text Launch the Bixby app tap and then type what you want During the communication Bixby also will answer you through text instead of voice feedback ...

Page 44: ...Vision using one of these methods In the Camera app tap MORE on the shooting modes list and tap BIXBYVISION In the Gallery app select an image and tap In the Internet app tap and hold an image and tap Search with BixbyVision If you added the BixbyVision app icon to the Apps screen launch the BixbyVision app Using BixbyVision 1 Launch BixbyVision 2 Select a feature you want to use TRANSLATE Recogni...

Page 45: ...he first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup On the Samsung Kids screen select the app you want to use Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when activating the Parental controls feature or closing Samsung Kids Using parental control features You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and view the usage histor...

Page 46: ...ung Health app When running this app for the first time or restarting it after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup To edit items on the Samsung Health home screen tap Manage items Home cards Manage your profile and view your health and fitness history View health tips Monitor your health and fitness Compare your step count records with other Samsung Heal...

Page 47: ...may not be available depending on the model Creating notes 1 Launch the Samsung Notes app tap and then create a note You can change the input method by tapping or Enter a title Insert files Reading mode 2 When you are finished composing the note tap the Back button to save it If you want to save the note in another file format tap Save as file Deleting notes Tap and hold a note to delete and tap D...

Page 48: ...of goals that aim to create a sustainable society These goals have the power to end poverty fight inequality and stop climate change With Samsung Global Goals learn more about the global goals and join the movement for a better future SamsungTV Plus Select the channels like you would use aTV and enjoy various video content free of charge Launch the SamsungTV Plus app This app may not be available ...

Page 49: ...ith your device Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner Creating events 1 Launch the Calendar app and tap or double tap a date If the date already has saved events or tasks in it tap the date and tap 2 Enter event details and tap Save Syncing events with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and then select the account to ...

Page 50: ...p icon will be added to the Apps screen Creating reminders 1 Launch the Reminder app 2 Tap enter the details and then tap Save Completing reminders On the reminders list tap or select a reminder and tap Complete Restoring reminders Restore reminders that have been completed 1 On the reminders list tap Completed 2 Select a category and tap 3 Select a reminder to restore and tap Restore Reminders wi...

Page 51: ...ck the current time in many cities around the world time an event or set a specific duration Launch the Clock app Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations Launch the Calculator app View the calculation history To clear the history tap Clear history To close the calculation history panel tap Use the unit conversion tool You can convert various values such as area length or temperature into...

Page 52: ...laxy Store will be automatically shown on the Game Launcher screen If you cannot see your games tap My games Add games Removing a game from Game Launcher Tap My games tap and hold a game and then tap Remove Changing the performance mode You can change the game performance mode Launch the Game Launcher app tap More Game Booster Game optimization and then select the mode you want Performance This fo...

Page 53: ...recording tap Configure settings for Game Booster Priority mode Set the device to block incoming calls and all notifications except for alarms to prevent your game from being disturbed Temperature Memory Check the device s temperature and memory status You can also set the device to automatically adjust the volume or video frame rate to prevent the device from overheating and to stop apps from run...

Page 54: ... you can connect may vary depending on the region Available features may differ depending on the connected device Connected devices own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty When errors or defects occur on the connected devices contact the device s manufacturer SmartView View your device s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your device to a screen mirroring enabl...

Page 55: ...oth speaker 1 Make sure that your smartphone and your Bluetooth speaker are connected Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect 2 On your smartphone launch the Settings app tap Connections Bluetooth Advanced settings and then tap the Music Share switch to activate it You can use additional features such as setting who to share your device with by tapping Music Share 3 On you...

Page 56: ...t 2 On your friend s smartphone launch the Settings app tap Connections Bluetooth Advanced settings and then tap the Music Share switch to activate it You can use additional features such as setting who to share your device with by tapping Music Share 3 On your smartphone open the notification panel and tap Media output 4 Tap Music Share and select your friend s Buds from the detected devices list...

Page 57: ... create a Microsoft account you can sign in to all Microsoft devices and services such as Microsoft Office programs andWindows 10 Connecting to a computer 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Connected devices Link toWindows 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the connection Visit https aka ms setupltw for details Viewing data and notifications from your device on the computer Launch the ...

Page 58: ... also view the music collections stored on your device and play them GoogleTV Purchase or rent videos such as movies andTV programs from Play Store Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Search for manage and edit all your pictures and videos from various sources in one place Google Sea...

Page 59: ...e Camera app You can also launch the app by pressing the Side key twice quickly or dragging to the left on the locked screen Some camera features are not available when you launch the Camera app from the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set The camera automatically shuts off when unused Some methods may not be available depending on the service provide...

Page 60: ...again Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated Otherwise the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions Your device s camera features a wide angle lens Minor distortion may occur in wide angle pictures or videos and does not indicate device performance problems The maximum capacity for recording a video may vary depending on the resolution The camera may...

Page 61: ...model Locking the focus AF and exposure AE You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources Tap and hold the area to focus the AF AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked The setting remains locked even after you take a picture This feature may not be ...

Page 62: ...ct ratio for videos Select a resolution for videos Apply a filter effect or beauty effects Select a metering method This determines how light values are calculated Center weighted metering uses the light in the center portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot Matrix metering averages the entire scene Spot metering uses the light in a concentrated center area of the shot to calculat...

Page 63: ...camera suggests the ideal composition for the picture by recognizing the position and angle of your subject On the preview screen tap and tap the Shot suggestions switch to activate it 1 On the shooting modes list tap PHOTO A guide will appear on the preview screen 2 Point the guide at the subject The camera recognizes the composition and the recommended composition appears on the preview screen 3...

Page 64: ...ake a picture Video mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to record videos easily 1 On the shooting modes list tap VIDEO and tap to record a video To switch between the front and rear cameras while recording swipe upwards or downwards on the preview screen or tap Galaxy A52 5G A52s 5G To capture an image from the video while recording tap 2 Tap to...

Page 65: ...ground blur adjustment bar Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions The device or the subject is moving The subject is thin or transparent The subject has a similar color to the background The subject or background is plain Fun mode Take pictures or record videos with various effects 1 On the shooting modes li...

Page 66: ...ore light in so the picture or video becomes brighter This is ideal for pictures or videos of scenery or pictures or videos taken at night A fast shutter speed allows less light in This is ideal for capturing pictures or videos of fast moving subjects EV Change the exposure value This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives For low light situations use a higher exposure FOCUS Change...

Page 67: ...pture the scene you want 3 When you are finished tap the preview thumbnail To view other results drag the icon upwards To save the results individually tap Select tick the items you want and then tap Customize the shooting options Night mode Take a picture in low light conditions without using the flash When you use a tripod you can get brighter and steadier results 1 On the shooting modes list ta...

Page 68: ...ode Using panorama mode take a series of pictures and then stitch them together to create a wide scene 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE PANORAMA 2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction Keep the image within the frame on the camera s viewfinder If the preview image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device the device will automatically stop taking pictures 3 Tap to stop...

Page 69: ... indoors with insufficient or poor lighting the screen may appear dark or be grainy The screen may flicker in certain lighting conditions such as in places with fluorescent lighting Slow motion mode Record a video for viewing it in slow motion You can specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE SLOW MOTION and tap to record a video 2 When you a...

Page 70: ... be available depending on the shooting mode Intelligent features Scene optimizer Set the device to adjust the color settings and apply the optimized effect automatically depending on the subject or scene Shot suggestions Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by recognizing the position and angle of your subject Scan QR codes Set the device to scan QR codes from the previ...

Page 71: ... signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your pictures when you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the location tag setting Shooting methods Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or recording a video Settings to keep Keep the last settings you used such as the shooting mode wh...

Page 72: ... by album or create stories Using Gallery Launch the Gallery app Search for images Group similar images More options Grouping similar images Launch the Gallery app and tap to group similar images and display only the best shots as a preview of the images When you tap the image preview you can view all the images in the group ...

Page 73: ... Share the image with others Image and video thumbnail Modify the image View the content on a large screen using the SmartView feature Add the image to favorites BixbyVision Cropping enlarged images 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Spread two fingers apart on the area you want to save and tap The cropped area will be saved as a file Saved image thumbnail ...

Page 74: ...ption settings Rewind or fast forward by dragging the bar Switch to the pop up video player More options Rotate the screen Skip to the next video Tap and hold to fast forward Pause and resume playback Change the screen ratio View the content on a large screen using the SmartView feature Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness or drag your finger...

Page 75: ...the sync The Gallery app and the cloud will be synced When your Gallery app is synced with the cloud pictures and videos you take will also be saved in the cloud You can view images and videos saved in the cloud in your Gallery app and from other devices When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account you can set the cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive Deleting images or videos Launch ...

Page 76: ...pp and tap MORE AR ZONE Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model AR Emoji Studio Create emojis any way you want and have fun using them in various features Creating an AR Emoji 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio 2 You can pick a pre made emoji to get started quickly Swipe to the left or right select an emoji and then tap If you want to make your o...

Page 77: ...s to delete and then tap Delete Creating an AR emoji short video and decorating your device with it You can create a short video with an emoji and use it as a wallpaper or call background image 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio 2 Select Create video Call screen or Lock screen 3 Select a template you want To change the background image tap 4 Tap Save to save the video You can view th...

Page 78: ...ture for your Samsung account and in the Contacts app You can choose from various poses or create your own expressions 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio 2 Tap Profile and select an emoji 3 Tap to capture your expression or select a pose you want 4 Tap Done Save Take a picture Emoji Pose ...

Page 79: ...sk MIRROR The emoji mimics your body movements PLAY The emoji moves on a real background 3 Tap the emoji icon to take a picture or tap and hold the icon to record a video You can view and share the pictures and videos that you have captured in Gallery AR Emoji Stickers Create your own stickers with your emoji s expressions and actions You can use your emoji stickers when sending messages or on a s...

Page 80: ...While composing a message in the Messages app tap on the Samsung keyboard 2 Tap the emoji icon 3 Select one of your emoji stickers The emoji sticker will be inserted Emoji icon AR Doodle Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else When the camera recognizes a face or space the doodles on the face will follow the face as it moves and the doodles in the space wil...

Page 81: ...ord yourself doodling Recognition area GIF Turn the sound effect on or off Pen tool Redo Delete doodle Undo Text 3 Tap to record a video 4 Tap to stop recording the video You can view and share the video in Gallery The available features on the preview screen may vary depending on which camera is being used Deco Pic Capture pictures or videos with various stickers Launch the AR Zone app and tap De...

Page 82: ...ing mode Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen Standard This is the normal recording mode Speech to text The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to on screen text For best results keep the device near your mouth and speak loudly and clearly in a quiet place If the voice memo system language does not match the language you are speaking the device will not reco...

Page 83: ...s More options Scan and save stations Add the current station to the favorites list Fine tune the frequency View the list of favorite stations Turn the FM radio on or off Record audio from the FM radio Enter radio frequency manually Search for stations This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model Playing through the speaker You can listen to the radio through the speake...

Page 84: ...rds and then tap Quick Share to activate it If you cannot find Quick Share on the quick panel tap and drag the button over to add it 3 Tap Quick Share and select a device to transfer the image to 4 Accept the file transfer request on the other device This feature does not support sharing videos withTVs or SmartThings supported devices To watch videos onTV use the SmartView feature Setting who can ...

Page 85: ...s throughWeb link 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap Quick Share and select an option you want under Share link to any person or device Copy link Share the link copied to the clipboard Share link using app Share the link by selecting an app Share using QR code Share the link with the created QR code ...

Page 86: ...eatures Motions and gestures and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it After capturing a screenshot use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page such as a webpage When you tap the screen will automatically scroll down and more content will be captured Write or draw on the screenshot o...

Page 87: ...t a sound setting and tap Start recording After a countdown recording will start To write or draw on the screen tap To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself tap 3 When you are finished recording the video tap You can view the video in Gallery To change the screen recorder settings launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder ...

Page 88: ...ansfer Transferring data wirelessly Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly viaWi Fi Direct 1 On the previous device launch Smart Switch If you do not have the app download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store 2 On your device launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup Bring data from old device 3 Place the devices near each other 4 On the previous device tap Send ...

Page 89: ...nload the Smart Switch computer version app from www samsung com smartswitch Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download Smart Switch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s manu...

Page 90: ...s app To search for settings by entering keywords tap This chapter is a common manual for settings and features provided by Samsung devices Depending on the model some content may differ or descriptions of options or features not available on your device may be included ...

Page 91: ...oading the required apps Refer to NFC and contactless payments for more information Airplane mode Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device You can use only non network services Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel In cases where it is allowed to use the device always use it in airplane mode Mobile networks Configure your m...

Page 92: ...etwork 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Wi Fi and tap the switch to activate it 2 Select a network from theWi Fi networks list Networks with a lock icon require a password Once the device connects to aWi Fi network the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password To prevent the device from connecting to the network automatically tap next to t...

Page 93: ...ord 4 Accept the share request on the other device TheWi Fi password is entered on your device and it is connected to the network Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct connects devices directly via aWi Fi network without requiring an access point 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Wi Fi and tap the switch to activate it 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct The detected devices are listed If the device you want to connect...

Page 94: ...e of the Bluetooth feature Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Bluetooth and tap the switch to activate it The detected devices will be listed 2 Select a device to pair with If the device you want to pair with is not on the list set the device to enter Bluetooth pairing mode Refer to the other device s user manuals Your device is visible to other devices w...

Page 95: ...ayments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps The device contains a built in NFC antenna Handle the device carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna Reading information from NFC tags Use the NFC feature to read product information from NFC tags 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections and tap the NFC and contactless payments switch to activate it 2 Plac...

Page 96: ... include all available payment apps If you update the payment app or install a new one the payment services that you used before may not work properly If that is the case on the Settings screen tap Connections NFC and contactless payments Contactless payments Payment or Others and then select another app instead of the updated or newly installed app Or deselect the selected app Data saver Reduce y...

Page 97: ...t to share your device s mobile data connection with other devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Mobile Hotspot andTethering Mobile Hotspot 2 Tap the switch to activate it The icon appears on the status bar You can change the level of security and the password by tapping Configure 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi Fi networks list Alternatively ...

Page 98: ...anced private DNS Ethernet When you connect an Ethernet adaptor you can use a wired network and configure network settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be compatible with the device Adding printer plug ins Add printer plug ins for printers ...

Page 99: ...ling and messaging features on the tablet with your smartphone number You must register and sign in to the same Samsung account on the tablet and smartphone Some calling and messaging features may not be available Continue apps on other devices Use your device s apps on other devices signed in to your Samsung account Link toWindows Instantly access data saved in your device on your computer Refer ...

Page 100: ...r conditions are detected You can also run them manually by tapping the button whenever you want To run modes manually select the mode you want and tap Turn on To turn off a running mode tap the mode and tap Turn off Using routines Adding routines 1 On the Settings screen tap Modes and Routines Routines 2 Tap and select a routine you want or tap to add your own routines If you want to set the rout...

Page 101: ...ncoming calls Temporary mute Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period Ringtone Change the call ringtone Notification sound Change the notification sound System sound Change the sound to use for certain actions such as charging the device Volume Adjust the device s volume level Call vibration Change the call vibration settings Notification vibration Change the notification vibration s...

Page 102: ... UHQ upscaler Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos when using wired earphones Adapt sound Set the best sound for you Depending on the model you must connect an earphone to use some features Separate app sound Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker or headset For example you can listen to the Navigation app through your device s speaker...

Page 103: ...ings Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark place You can set a schedule for applying dark mode The dark theme may not be applied in some apps Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display Adaptive brightness Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions Motion smoothness C...

Page 104: ...or use with screen protectors Show charging information Set the device to display the charging information such as the remaining battery percentage when the screen is off Screen saver Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging Some features may not be available depending on the model Motion smoothness The refresh rate is the number of times the screen is refreshed every sec...

Page 105: ... with third party apps Optimizing the full screen color balance Optimize the display color by adjusting the color tones to your preference On the Settings screen tap Display Screen mode Vivid and adjust the color adjustment bar under White balance When you drag the color adjustment bar towards Cool the blue color tone will increase When you drag the bar towards Warm the red color tone will increas...

Page 106: ...gs screen tap Home screen Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Screen lock type Change the screen lock method Smart Lock Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected Refer to Smart Lock for more information Secure lock settings Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method Lock screen Chang...

Page 107: ...you get home your device will detect the location and automatically unlock itself On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Smart Lock and follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method If you do not use your device for four hours or when you turn on the device you must unlock the screen using the pattern PIN or passwor...

Page 108: ...s and change the settings On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy Lock screen Change the settings for the locked screen Accounts Change the settings for your accounts Find My Mobile Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature Access the Find My Mobile website findmymobile samsung com to track and control your lost or stolen device App security Scan apps and keep your device safe from...

Page 109: ...after turning on the device To use the device you must unlock the screen using the pattern PIN or password you set when registering the face Be careful not to forget your pattern PIN or password If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None which are not secure all of your biometric data will be deleted Precautions for using face recognition Before using the face recognition to unlock your...

Page 110: ...the screen with your face You can unlock the screen with your face instead of using a pattern PIN or password 1 On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy Biometrics Face recognition 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Tap the Face unlock switch to activate it 4 On the locked screen look at the screen When your face is recognized you can unlock the screen without using a...

Page 111: ...Be careful not to forget your pattern PIN or password If your fingerprint is not recognized unlock the device using the pattern PIN or password you set when registering the fingerprint and then re register your fingerprints If your pattern PIN or password is forgotten you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused ...

Page 112: ...rprint recognition sensor After the device detects your finger lift it up and place it on the fingerprint recognition sensor again Repeat this action until the fingerprint is registered 5 When you are finished registering your fingerprints tap Done You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by tapping Check added fingerprints Unlocking the screen with your fingerprints You can unlock the...

Page 113: ...y verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information The website sign in feature is only available for websites that you access via the Internet app Some websites may not support this feature Registered biometric data is only saved to your device and is not synced with other devices or servers Registering Samsung Pass Before using Samsung Pass register your b...

Page 114: ... appears tap Save Managing sign in information View the list of websites and apps you have set to use Samsung Pass and manage your sign in information 1 On the Samsung Pass main screen tap Apps websites and select a website or app from the list 2 Tap Edit and modify your ID password and the website s or app s name To delete your sign in information tap Delete Using Samsung Pass with websites and a...

Page 115: ...Settings See all devices using Samsung Pass Leave Samsung Pass Your Samsung account will remain active The Samsung Pass data on other devices signed in to your Samsung account will also be deleted Secure Folder Secure Folder protects your private content and apps such as pictures and contacts from being accessed by others You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is un...

Page 116: ...h the Secure Folder app you must unlock the app using your preset lock method To change the name or icon of Secure Folder tap Customize Setting an auto lock condition for Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Settings Auto lock Secure Folder 2 Select a lock option To manually lock your Secure Folder tap Lock and exit Moving content to Secure Folder Move content such as pictures and ...

Page 117: ...be moved to Gallery in the default storage Adding apps Add an app to use in Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap 2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap Add Removing apps from Secure Folder Tap and hold an app to delete and tap Uninstall Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts or other accounts to sync with the apps in Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure ...

Page 118: ...ecure Folder tick Move media files out of Secure Folder and tap Uninstall To access data backed up from Secure Folder open the My Files app and tap Internal storage Download Secure Folder Notes saved in Samsung Notes will not be backed up SecureWi Fi SecureWi Fi is a service that secures yourWi Fi network connection It encrypts data using Wi Fi networks and disables tracking apps and websites so t...

Page 119: ...1 On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy SecureWi Fi 2 Tap Protection plan Upgrade and select the plan you want For certain protection plans you can transfer the protection plan to another device signed in to your Samsung account 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the purchase Location Change settings for location information permissions On the Settings screen tap Location Ap...

Page 120: ...ions while driving Activate the Do Not Disturb feature automatically while driving Emergency Location Service Activate the Emergency Location Service ELS feature Wireless emergency alerts Change the settings for wireless emergency alerts Some features may not be available depending on the model Accounts and backup Options Sync back up or restore your device s data using Samsung Cloud You can also ...

Page 121: ... restore it later Backing up data You can back up your device s data to Samsung Cloud 1 On the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup and tap Back up data under Samsung Cloud 2 Tap the switches next to the items you want to back up and tap Back up now 3 Tap Done Some data will not be backed up To check which data will be backed up on the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup and tap Back up dat...

Page 122: ...ure settings Refer to Motions and gestures for more information One handed mode Activate one handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand Screenshots and screen recorder Change the settings for screenshots and screen recorder Show contacts when sharing content Set the device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options panel to allow you to share con...

Page 123: ... screen Set the device to turn off the screen by double tapping an empty area on the Home screen or the locked screen Keep screen on while viewing Set the device to prevent the display from turning off while you are looking at it Alert when phone picked up Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device This feature may not work if the screen is tur...

Page 124: ...y when using the front camera Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app 1 On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Dual Messenger Supported apps will appear 2 Tap the switch of an app to install the second app The second app will be installed The second app s icon will be displayed with Second app The Dual Messenger feature may not be availa...

Page 125: ...nitor Activate the driving monitor to monitor the amount of the time you use your device while driving Volume monitor Activate the volume monitor to protect your hearing Parental controls Manage your children s digital use Battery and device care Introduction The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device s battery storage memory and system security You can also automati...

Page 126: ...Storage Check the status of the used and available storage On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Storage To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use anymore select a category Then tap and hold or select an item and tap Delete or Uninstall The actual available capacity of the internal storage is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps oc...

Page 127: ...a data saving Monitor and reduce your mobile data usage by preventing background apps from using the mobile data connection You can also use the data compression feature to compress Internet data such as images videos and webpages accessed via the mobile network On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Ultra data saving and then tap the switch to activate it This feature may not be avail...

Page 128: ...time and date is reset Samsung Keyboard settings Change the settings for the Samsung keyboard Keyboard list and default Select a keyboard to use by default and change the keyboard settings Physical keyboard Change the settings for an external keyboard Mouse and trackpad Change the settings for an external mouse or trackpad Passwords and autofill Select an autofill service to use Reset Reset your d...

Page 129: ...essibility features you are currently using and see other recommended features TalkBack ActivateTalkBack which provides voice feedback To view help information to learn how to use this feature tap Settings Tutorial and help Spoken assistance Use the voice assistant features Visibility enhancements Customize the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users Hearing enhancements Cust...

Page 130: ...y when connected to aWi Fi network Last update View information about the last software update If emergency software updates are released for your device s security and to block new types of security threats they will be installed automatically without your agreement Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal infor...

Page 131: ...ense Software information View the device s software information such as its operating system version and firmware version Battery information View the device s battery status and information Checking your device s IMEI information The International Mobile Equipment Identity IMEI is a unique number assigned to your device You can check whether your device was reported as stolen or lost prior to bu...

Page 132: ...132 Usage notices ...

Page 133: ...e operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media You may incur additional charges for data services such as...

Page 134: ...ommunications Commission FCC If your device is approved by the FCC you can view the FCC ID of the device To view the FCC ID launch the Settings app and tap About phone Status information If your device does not have an FCC ID it means that the device has not been authorized for sale in the U S or its territories and may only be brought to the U S for the owner s personal use The use of mobile devi...

Page 135: ...ips or additional information Notes on package contents and accessories Refer to the quick start guide for package contents The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices Appearances and specifications are subject to change without...

Page 136: ... cosmetics or liquids that include the alcohol Do not expose the device to water moving with force Do not use the device in places where the temperature is higher than the normal range or there is a lot of humidity such as a sauna Do not drop the device or subject it to a heavy impact If the device is exposed to water or pollutants follow the guidelines below Wipe the device with a soft and clean ...

Page 137: ...ain If the lower part of the device overheats it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung approved one When using a wireless charger do not place foreign materials such as metal objects magnets and magnetic stripe cards between the device and the wireless charger The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supporte...

Page 138: ...nlight When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable When the device s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials such as liquid dust metal powder and pencil lead When you are roaming Do the following when the device heats up Keep the device updated with the l...

Page 139: ...ature the device will turn off Do not use the device until the device s temperature drops below the specified level If the second warning message appears during an emergency call the call will not be disconnected by a forced shut down Precautions for operating environment Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions Use caution to avoid shortening the battery s lifesp...

Page 140: ...140 Appendix ...

Page 141: ...ature by using the Lock SIM card menu PUK Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more information contact your service provider Your device displays network or service erro...

Page 142: ...lutions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Center Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again Forcing restart If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it Resetting the device If the methods...

Page 143: ...nnectivity problems due to issues with the service provider s base station Move to another area and try again When using the device while moving wireless network services may be disabled due to issues with the service provider s network The battery does not charge properly For Samsung approved chargers Ensure that the charger is connected properly Visit a Samsung Service Center and have the batter...

Page 144: ...ia files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device try the following Free some storage by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management DRM protected If the file is DRM protected ensure that you have the appropriate license or key to play the file Ensure that the ...

Page 145: ... lose registered information when performing the reset If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Center The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panel Open the notification panel by dragging the status bar downwards and then drag the notification panel downwards Tap Quick panel layout Brightness control Show always A connection is not esta...

Page 146: ...ry manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly There is not enough space in the device s storage Delete unnecessary data such as cache using the device care feature or manually delete unused apps or files to free up storage space The Home button does not appear The navigation bar containing the ...

Page 147: ...nt features of this device thoroughly and in different locations using your hearing aid or cochlear implant to determine if you hear any interfering noise Consult your service provider or the manufacturer of this device for information on hearing aid compatibility If you have questions about return or exchange policies consult your service provider or device retailer FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility ...

Page 148: ...ion storage and retrieval system Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi CERTIFIED and theWi Fi logo are registered trademarks of theWi Fi Alliance Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Dolby Atmos and the double D symbol are tradema...

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