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USER MANUAL

English. 02/2021. Rev.1.0

SM-A805F

SM-A805F/DS

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Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English 02 2021 Rev 1 0 SM A805F SM A805F DS...

Page 2: ...0 Understanding the screen 48 Notification panel 50 Entering text 52 Installing or uninstalling apps 54 Phone 57 Contacts 59 Messages 61 Internet 62 Gallery 66 Multi window 69 Samsung Health 70 Samsun...

Page 3: ...sung account 101 Connections 102 Wi Fi 104 Bluetooth 105 NFC and contactless payments NFC enabled models 106 Data saver 106 Mobile data only apps 107 Mobile Hotspot 107 More connection settings 109 So...

Page 4: ...4 Basics...

Page 5: ...s 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 Us...

Page 6: ...r 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...

Page 7: ...t 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 m...

Page 8: ...t 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...

Page 9: ...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 discon...

Page 10: ...l accessories from your local Samsung retailer Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase Use only Samsung approved accessories Using unapproved accessories may cause the performanc...

Page 11: ...ype C SIM card tray Microphone Fingerprint recognition sensor Side key On Screen Sound Touchscreen Volume key Proximity Light sensor Speaker Microphone NFC antenna Flash Rotating camera Main antenna G...

Page 12: ...If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device If you cover the device s antenna area with your hands or othe...

Page 13: ...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...

Page 14: ...ger 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 access...

Page 15: ...to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as...

Page 16: ...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 one SIM card is inserted Some services...

Page 17: ...he ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole Otherwise the device may be damaged If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray If you insert the tray int...

Page 18: ...When you detach the case from your device be careful not to apply pressure to the camera part of the device Doing so could damage the device Attaching the case To attach the case to your device inser...

Page 19: ...o emergency mode to reduce battery consumption Some apps and functions will be restricted In emergency mode you can make an emergency call send your current location information to others sound an eme...

Page 20: ...tering the fingerprint Be careful not to forget your pattern PIN or password If your fingerprint is not recognised unlock the device using the pattern PIN or password you set when registering the fing...

Page 21: ...your fingerprints Press the screen so that your fingertip spreads over the wide surface of the fingerprint recognition area Registering fingerprints 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Biometrics and s...

Page 22: ...ur fingerprint Changing the fingerprint recognition icon setting Set the device to show or hide the fingerprint recognition icon when you tap the screen while the screen is turned off 1 Launch the Set...

Page 23: ...pp 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...

Page 24: ...ged 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 phot...

Page 25: ...tap the Floating Shutter button switch to activate it Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen use the following options Activate or deactivate the flash Select the length of the delay...

Page 26: ...e On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards or tap When taking the portraits with the front camera the Rotating camera will slide up and the camera will rotate to face the front automatically W...

Page 27: ...a may not slide up and the camera may not rotate to switch its direction properly Use the Rotating camera when you are holding the device in your hands Photo mode The camera adjusts the shooting optio...

Page 28: ...ch as your skin tone or face shape before taking a photo 1 On the preview screen tap 2 Select effects and take a photo If you use the My filters feature you can create your own filter using an image w...

Page 29: ...nd hold where you want to focus To use auto focus mode tap to cancel the manually set focus 2 Tap to stop recording the video Stabilising videos Super steady When recording videos stabilise them using...

Page 30: ...s and customise the settings and then tap to take a photo Available options Select an ISO value This controls camera light sensitivity Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects Higher valu...

Page 31: ...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 t...

Page 32: ...nd blur adjustment bar to adjust the blur level 3 When Ready appears on the preview screen tap to take a photo or tap to record a video Background blur adjustment bar The available options may vary de...

Page 33: ...rs 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...

Page 34: ...gent features Scene optimiser Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the optimised effect automatically depending on the subject or scene Scan QR codes Set the device to scan QR codes...

Page 35: ...the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deact...

Page 36: ...nd 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 n...

Page 37: ...o sign in using your Google account tap Continue with Google 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 o...

Page 38: ...pp selection pop up window appears tap Smart Switch Receive data 3 In the previous device tap Allow If you do not have the app download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store Your device will recognise th...

Page 39: ...Transfer data between your device and a computer You must download the Smart Switch computer version app from www samsung com smartswitch Back up data from your previous device to a computer and impor...

Page 40: ...part 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 touc...

Page 41: ...pps 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 b...

Page 42: ...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 Favourit...

Page 43: ...s theme Visual elements of interface such as colours icons and wallpapers will change depending on the selected theme Widgets Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide info...

Page 44: ...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...

Page 45: ...deleted The folder s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen Edge panel You can quickly access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of...

Page 46: ...sonal 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...

Page 47: ...text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode Vibration mode Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery charging Battery power level The status bar may not appear at the t...

Page 48: ...ing 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 Using q...

Page 49: ...e notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Media 2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback To continue playback on another device tap and select the device you want Controlling...

Page 50: ...lect the languages to use When you select two or more languages you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key Changing the keyboard On the navigation bar...

Page 51: ...sung Pass Share video links Add an item from the clipboard Open the text editing panel Change the keyboard mode Change the keyboard size Enter stickers Some features may not be available depending on...

Page 52: ...ps and then select 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 Settings Auto...

Page 53: ...unch 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...

Page 54: ...pp and tap Keypad 2 Enter a phone number 3 Tap to make a voice call or tap or to make a video call Preview the phone number More options Search for a contact Add the number to the contacts list Making...

Page 55: ...name in the search field Or select one from the recommended hot places The business s information such as its phone number or address will appear This feature may not be available depending on the ser...

Page 56: ...ers switch to activate the feature Options during calls Add call Dial a second call The first call will be put on hold When you end the second call the first call will be resumed Hold call Hold a call...

Page 57: ...hem from other storages to your device 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import or export contacts Import 2 Follow the on screen instructions to import contacts Syncing contacts with y...

Page 58: ...ap More Delete Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Share contacts 2 Select contacts and tap Share 3 Select a sharing...

Page 59: ...g Sending 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 ic...

Page 60: ...art or pinch on the screen Sorting messages You can sort messages by category and manage them easily Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations Add category If the category option does not appear t...

Page 61: ...page 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 preve...

Page 62: ...y album or create memories 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 d...

Page 63: ...on the screen More options Delete the image Share the image with others Modify the image BixbyVision Add the image to favourites Cropping enlarged images 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2...

Page 64: ...ft side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume To rewind or fast forward swipe to the left or righ...

Page 65: ...synced with the cloud photos 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 Sam...

Page 66: ...un 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 a...

Page 67: ...itch to activate it you can launch the recently used apps in the split screen view from the Edge panel Adding app pairs Add two frequently used apps to the Edge panel to launch them together in the sp...

Page 68: ...pop up window the window will be minimised 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 cent...

Page 69: ...Samsung Health app When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup To edit items on the Samsung Health home...

Page 70: ...to your notes 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 com...

Page 71: ...nited Nations General Assembly in 2015 consist 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...

Page 72: ...p 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 sync with 2 Tap Sync account and...

Page 73: ...will be added to the Apps screen Creating reminders 1 Launch the Reminder app 2 Tap Write a reminder or enter the details and then tap Save Completing reminders On the reminders list select a reminder...

Page 74: ...tandard This is the normal recording mode Interview The device records sound from the top and the bottom of the device at a high volume while reducing the volume of sound from the sides Speech to text...

Page 75: ...ute or unmute certain sound sources in the recording 1 Tap List and select a voice recording made in interview mode 2 To mute certain sound sources tap for the corresponding direction that sound is to...

Page 76: ...k 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 ca...

Page 77: ...n the Game Launcher screen If you cannot see your games drag the Library panel upwards and tap Add apps Removing a game from Game Launcher Drag the Library panel upwards tap and hold a game and then t...

Page 78: ...vice overheating and to stop apps running in the background to better manage memory Block during game Lock some features during games Navigation button lock Hide the buttons on the navigation bar To d...

Page 79: ...onnect 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 d...

Page 80: ...ick Share to activate 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 S...

Page 81: ...t to your device 1 Open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Quick Share to activate it 2 Tap and hold Quick Share The Quick Share settings screen will appear 3 Select an option Contact...

Page 82: ...Music Enjoy various music and videos provided byYouTube Music You can also view the music collections stored on your device and play them Play Movies TV Purchase or rent videos such as movies andTV p...

Page 83: ...Bixby screen will appear Using Bixby While pressing and holding the Side key say what you want to Bixby and then release your finger from the key when you are finished speaking Alternatively say Hi B...

Page 84: ...Bixby switch to activate it 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Now you can say Hi Bixby and start a conversation Communicating by typing text If your voice is not recognised due...

Page 85: ...yVision 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 ta...

Page 86: ...aunch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines 2 On the Discover list select a routine you want or tap Add routine to add your own routines You can set the conditions and actions of r...

Page 87: ...on whenever you want Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines My routines and tap next to the routine you want to run Alternatively tap the routine s widget on the Home screen...

Page 88: ...ot be available depending on the service provider or model AR Emoji Camera Creating AR Emoji Make an emoji that looks like you Emoji stickers with various expressions will be automatically generated 1...

Page 89: ...he emoji s face appears over your face so it looks like you are wearing a mask MIRROR The emoji mimics your body movements PLAY The emoji moves on a real background 3 Tap the emoji icon to take a phot...

Page 90: ...ing actions are an example of using your emoji stickers in the Messages app 1 While composing a message in the Messages app tap on the Samsung keyboard 2 Tap the emoji icon 3 Select one of your emoji...

Page 91: ...nises the subject the recognition area will appear on the screen 2 Write or draw in the recognition area If you switch to the rear camera you can also write or draw outside the recognition area If you...

Page 92: ...vider or model Magnetic secure transmission MST may not be supported depending on the region Setting up Samsung Pay When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset...

Page 93: ...the back of your device to the card reader When the card reader recognises the card information the payment will be processed Payments may not be processed depending on your network connection The ver...

Page 94: ...er 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...

Page 95: ...ur Bluetooth 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 open the notificati...

Page 96: ...s smartphone open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Music Share to activate it You can use additional features such as setting who to share your device with by tapping and holding Mu...

Page 97: ...feature When you 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 an...

Page 98: ...apturing a screenshot by swiping is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Motions and gestures and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it After capturing a scre...

Page 99: ...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 rec...

Page 100: ...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 descriptio...

Page 101: ...C enabled models for more information Flight 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 a...

Page 102: ...nd 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 tha...

Page 103: ...rd 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...

Page 104: ...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 ot...

Page 105: ...tion from NFC tags 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections and tap the NFC and contactless payments switch to activate it 2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag The i...

Page 106: ...ure is activated the icon will appear on the status bar Data saver feature activated To select apps to use data without restriction tap Allowed to use data while Data saver is on and select apps Mobil...

Page 107: ...n network switch to deactivate it If you activate the Auto Hotspot feature you can share your device s mobile data connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account More connection setti...

Page 108: ...ettings screen tap Connections More connection settings Printing Download plugin 2 Select a printer plug in and install it 3 Select the installed printer plug in The device will automatically search f...

Page 109: ...device to sound or vibrate for actions such as controlling the touchscreen Sound quality and effects Set the device s sound quality and effects Refer to Sound quality and effects for more information...

Page 110: ...vibration Separate app sound and tap the switch to activate it 2 Select an app to play media sounds separately and tap the Back button 3 Select a device for playing the selected app s media sound Not...

Page 111: ...e amount of blue light emitted by the screen You can set a schedule for applying the blue light filter Screen mode Change the screen mode to adjust the display s colour and contrast Font size and styl...

Page 112: ...oothly When you select a standard refresh rate you can use the battery longer 1 On the Settings screen tap Display Motion smoothness 2 Select a refresh rate High Get smoother animations and scrolling...

Page 113: ...e or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the Red Green or Blue value individually 1 On the Settings screen tap Display Screen mode Vivid 2 Tap Advanced settings 3 Adjust the R Red G Green or B Blu...

Page 114: ...locked screen Roaming clock Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the locked screen when roaming Widgets Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen Contac...

Page 115: ...screen To change the settings to make it appear continuously or during a set time on the Settings screen tap Lock screen Always On Display and then select a mode you want The brightness of the Always...

Page 116: ...msung com to track and control your lost or stolen device Samsung Pass Verify your identity easily and securely via your biometric data Refer to Samsung Pass for more information Secure Folder Create...

Page 117: ...y instead of entering your Samsung account password when for example you purchase content from Galaxy Store On the Samsung Pass main screen tap Settings Account and syncing and then tap the Verify wit...

Page 118: ...service provider or model Samsung is not responsible for any loss or inconvenience caused by signing in to websites or apps via Samsung Pass Entering your personal information automatically You can u...

Page 119: ...ther secure location Setting up Secure Folder 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Biometrics and security Secure Folder 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup The Secure Folder screen...

Page 120: ...nt may vary depending on the content type Moving content from Secure Folder Move content from Secure Folder to the corresponding app in the default storage The following actions are an example of movi...

Page 121: ...show the Secure Folder again launch the Settings app tap Biometrics and security Secure Folder and then tap the Show icon on Apps screen switch to activate it Backing up and restoring Secure Folder Ba...

Page 122: ...theWi Fi network service provider or model Selecting apps to protect using SecureWi Fi Select apps to protect using SecureWi Fi so that you can safely protect data such as your password or your activi...

Page 123: ...not be available depending on the service provider or model Location Change settings for location information permissions On the Settings screen tap Location App permissions View the list of apps that...

Page 124: ...mation app data and settings safe on your device You can back up your sensitive information You must sign in to your Google account to back up data Smart Switch Launch Smart Switch and transfer data f...

Page 125: ...estore data and select a device you want 3 Tick items you want to restore and tap Restore Google Configure settings for some features provided by Google On the Settings screen tap Google Advanced feat...

Page 126: ...he device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options panel to allow you to share content directly Game Launcher Activate the Game Launcher Refer to Game Launcher for more information D...

Page 127: ...e device may cause an unintended input for some features using sensors Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app 1 On the Settings screen tap Advan...

Page 128: ...ou want You can use the apps you allowed to be used in focus mode Bedtime mode Activate bedtime mode to reduce eye strain before sleeping and prevent your sleep from being disturbed Volume monitor Act...

Page 129: ...eft shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions You may not receive notifications from some apps that...

Page 130: ...or more information Text to speech output Change the settings for text to speech features used when TalkBack is activated such as languages speed and more Date and time Access and alter the settings t...

Page 131: ...Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device On the Settings screen tap Accessibility Recommended for you Check the accessibility features you are currently using and see other re...

Page 132: ...t Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal information For security updates for your model visit security samsungm...

Page 133: ...133 Appendix...

Page 134: ...ture 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 PI...

Page 135: ...tions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Centre 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...

Page 136: ...nectivity 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...

Page 137: ...files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device try the following Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your...

Page 138: ...ion when performing the reset If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Centre The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panel Open the notifi...

Page 139: ...p storage space The Home button does not appear The navigation bar containing the Home button may disappear while using certain apps or features To view the navigation bar drag upwards from the bottom...

Page 140: ...on 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...

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