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Syncing images and videos

When you sync your

Gallery

app 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.
Launch the

Gallery

app, tap

→

Settings

→

Cloud sync

, and then follow the on-screen

instructions to complete the sync. The

Gallery

app and the cloud will be synced.

When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account, you can set the
cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive.

Deleting images or videos

Launch the

Gallery

app.

Select an image or a video to delete.
To delete multiple files, tap and hold a file to delete on the list and tick more files to
delete.

Tap or

Delete

Using the recycle bin feature

You can keep the deleted images and videos in the recycle bin. The files will be deleted after a
certain period.
Launch the

Gallery

app, tap

→

Settings

, and then tap the

Recycle bin

switch to activate it.

To view files in the recycle bin, launch the

Gallery

app and tap

→

Recycle bin

Summary of Contents for SM-G980F SM-G980F/DS SM-G981B SM-G981B/DS...

Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English 02 2020 Rev 1 0 SM G980F SM G980F DS SM G981B SM G981B DS SM G985F SM G985F DS SM G986B SM G986B DS SM G988B SM G988B DS...

Page 2: ...ing text Apps and features 53 Installing or uninstalling apps 55 Bixby 60 BixbyVision 63 Bixby Routines 66 Phone 71 Contacts 75 Messages 78 Internet 80 Camera 102 Gallery 110 AR Zone 122 Always On Dis...

Page 3: ...the battery Settings 169 Introduction 169 Connections 170 Wi Fi 172 Bluetooth 173 NFC and payment 175 Data saver 176 Mobile data only apps 176 SIM card manager dual SIM models 177 Mobile Hotspot andT...

Page 4: ...e 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 othe...

Page 5: ...p Display Screen timeout and then select the length of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the su...

Page 6: ...e device s performance and appearance may be affected If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or speaker is wet sound may not be heard clearly during a call After wiping the device...

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: ...t recognition sensor Touchscreen Edge screen Volume key Side key Power Bixby Proximity Light sensor Earphone jack Multipurpose jack USBType C SIM card Memory card tray Rear camera Quadruple Microphone...

Page 12: ...r Touchscreen Edge screen Volume key Side key Power Bixby Proximity Light sensor Earphone jack Multipurpose jack USBType C SIM card Memory card tray Rear camera Quadruple Microphone GPS antenna Flash...

Page 13: ...sor Touchscreen Edge screen Volume key Side key Power Bixby Proximity Light sensor Earphone jack Multipurpose jack USBType C SIM card Memory card tray NFC antenna MST antenna Wireless charging coil Re...

Page 14: ...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 y...

Page 15: ...Bixby Refer to Using Bixby for more information Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set Side key Volume Down key Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot Press and hold...

Page 16: ...arger and cable specifically designed for your device Incompatible battery charger and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious dam...

Page 17: ...electric socket Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power Optimise the device using the device care feature When you are not using the...

Page 18: ...wer electric current The device can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging the touchscreen may n...

Page 19: ...Turn on Alternatively launch the Settings app tap Device care Battery Charging and then tap the Fast charging switch to activate it While charging you cannot activate or deactivate this feature To us...

Page 20: ...n or Off switch If you use the Turn off as scheduled option you can set the fast wireless charging feature to turn off automatically at the preset time When the fast wireless charging feature turns of...

Page 21: ...e and the cards may be damaged If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals you may lose network reception Use Samsung approved wireless chargers If you use other wireless charge...

Page 22: ...ged To see devices that support the Wireless PowerShare feature visit www samsung com To charge properly do not move or use either device while charging The power charged to the other device may be le...

Page 23: ...nd the eSIM may result in slower data transfer speeds in some areas eSIM may not be available depending on the region service provider or model Some services that require a network connection may not...

Page 24: ...card on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards 4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or...

Page 25: ...by your service provider launch the Settings app tap Connections SIM card manager Add mobile plan Add using QR code and then scan the QR code This feature may not be available depending on the region...

Page 26: ...emory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type To view your device s maximum memory card capacity refer to the Samsung website Some memory cards...

Page 27: ...ll be disabled 3 Place a memory card on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards 4 Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it If the card is not fixed firmly into the tra...

Page 28: ...d formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device Format the memory card on the device Launch the Settings app and tap Device care Storage Advanced SD card Format Before formatting the m...

Page 29: ...n key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption Some apps and functions will be restricted In emerge...

Page 30: ...unt is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices TVs and the Samsung website To check the list of services that can be used with you...

Page 31: ...the on screen instructions to complete signing in to your Samsung account Finding your ID and resetting your password If you forget your Samsung account ID or password tap Find ID or Reset password o...

Page 32: ...transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer Transferring data using a USB cable You can connect your previous device to your device with the USB cable to easily and quickly transfer da...

Page 33: ...e transferring data If the battery power is low data transfer may be interrupted Transferring data wirelessly Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly viaWi Fi Direct 1 On the...

Page 34: ...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 Switc...

Page 35: ...your fingertips It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting The device may not reco...

Page 36: ...ttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen The soft buttons are set to the Recents button Home button and Back button by default The functions of the buttons can change accord...

Page 37: ...ear where the soft buttons are located To use the soft buttons drag the gesture hint of the desired button upwards Swipe from sides and bottom Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to move to the Hom...

Page 38: ...vice s features It displays widgets shortcuts to apps and more The Apps screen displays icons for all apps including newly installed apps The screen may appear differently depending on the region or s...

Page 39: ...s screen Alternatively tap the Home button or the Back button Home screen Apps screen Finder If you add the Apps button on the Home screen you can open the Apps screen by tapping the button On the Hom...

Page 40: ...ter a keyword Apps and content on your device will be searched If you tap on the keyboard you can search for more content Displaying the screen in landscape mode On the Home screen tap and hold an emp...

Page 41: ...lders 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 and then drag it over another app A new folder containing the s...

Page 42: ...panels Tap on the panel Wallpapers Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen Themes Change the device s theme Visual elements of interface such as colours icons and wallp...

Page 43: ...atus 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 i...

Page 44: ...y charging Battery power level Lock screen Pressing the Side key turns off the screen and locks it Also the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period To...

Page 45: ...ock the screen PIN Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen Password Enter a password with at least four characters numbers or symbols to unlock the screen None Do not set a screen...

Page 46: ...drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel swipe upwards on the screen You can use the following functions on the notification panel View the notification details and perform vario...

Page 47: ...utton To view more detailed settings tap and hold a button To rearrange buttons tap Button order tap and hold a button and then drag it to another location Controlling media playback Take control of m...

Page 48: ...g the device and write on draw on crop or share the captured screen You can capture the current screen and scrollable area How to capture a screenshot Use the following methods to capture a screenshot...

Page 49: ...re the screenshot with others If the options are not visible on the captured screen launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder and then tap the Screenshot toolbar sw...

Page 50: ...ext line Delete a preceding character Enter symbols Enter uppercase For all caps tap it twice Additional keyboard functions Enter a space View more keyboard functions Changing the input language Tap L...

Page 51: ...ly until the desired character appears Additional keyboard functions Some features may not be available depending on the region or service provider Enter emoticons Enter stickers You can also enter yo...

Page 52: ...words while using certain features such as when browsing webpages 1 Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up 2 Tap Dictionary on the options list If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the d...

Page 53: ...tap Install To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update settings tap Auto update apps and then select an option Pla...

Page 54: ...Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly they may need permission to access or use information on your device To view your app permission settings launch the Settings app and tap Apps...

Page 55: ...e connected to aWi Fi or mobile network To use Bixby you must sign in to your Samsung account Bixby is only available in some languages and certain features may not be available depending on your regi...

Page 56: ...rresponding functions or show the information you requested 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...

Page 57: ...tion during a conversation while pressing and holding the Side key answer Bixby Or tap and answer Bixby If you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio devices or start a conversation by saying Hi Bixb...

Page 58: ...ce is not recognised 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 Dur...

Page 59: ...Bixby To view more ways to use Bixby launch the Bixby app and tap All capsules or Marketplace You can check out services supported by Bixby and examples of commands Some features may not be available...

Page 60: ...Scan QR code Shopping Search including similar images Translate or extract text To use this feature the device must be connected to aWi Fi or mobile network The available features and search results m...

Page 61: ...e shooting modes list and then tap BIXBY VISION 2 Select and keep the text within the screen to recognise it The translated text will appear on the screen To extract text tap If you tap you can use ad...

Page 62: ...device will search for it and show you the results 1 Launch the Camera app tap MORE on the shooting modes list and then tap BIXBY VISION 2 Select and keep the object within the screen to recognise it...

Page 63: ...g on silent mode and dark mode to not be jarring on your eyes and ears when you use the device before going to bed Adding routines Add routines to use your device more conveniently When you add a rout...

Page 64: ...you want to edit If you want to set the routine s running condition to manual tap Start button tapped This option will appear only when there are no running conditions set For manual routines you can...

Page 65: ...s Bixby Routines My routines and tap next to the routine you want to run Alternatively tap the routine s widget on the Home screen Viewing running routines Currently running routines will appear on th...

Page 66: ...a preceding character Access additional options Search for a contact Add the number to the contacts list Making calls from call logs or contacts list Launch the Phone app tap Recents or Contacts and...

Page 67: ...outside the circle Making calls by searching for nearby places You can easily make calls to places near your current location by searching for their information You can search for nearby places by cat...

Page 68: ...f a call is missed the icon appears on the status bar Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls Alternatively launch the Phone app and tap Recents to view missed calls Blocking phon...

Page 69: ...o a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device Speaker Activate or deactivate the speakerphone When using the speakerphone keep the device away from your ears Mute Turn off the microphone so t...

Page 70: ...d tap Recents 2 Tap a caller s image and tap Add or tap a phone number and tap Add to Contacts 3 Tap Create new contact to create a new contact or tap Update existing contact to add the number to an e...

Page 71: ...s Creating a new contact 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap 2 Select a storage location 3 Enter contact information Select a storage location Add an image Open more information fields Enter contact inf...

Page 72: ...contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts such as your Samsung account 1 Launch the Settings app tap Accounts and backup Accounts and select the account to sync with 2 Tap Sync account...

Page 73: ...haring feature To use this feature you must sign in to your Samsung account The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider The profile sharing feature is...

Page 74: ...embers at the same time Launch the Contacts app tap Groups select a group and then tap Send message Merging duplicate contacts When you import contacts from other storages or sync contacts with other...

Page 75: ...are roaming 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 appe...

Page 76: ...ry and manage them easily 1 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations 2 Tap New category Add category If the category option does not appear tap Settings and tap the Conversations categories switc...

Page 77: ...set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications If this feature is not activated launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Advanced settings Notification reminders an...

Page 78: ...2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen To switch between tabs quickly swipe to the left or...

Page 79: ...use a password for secret mode In secret mode the device will change the colour of the toolbars In secret mode you cannot use some features such as screen capture Changing security settings You can c...

Page 80: ...e you may violate other people s privacy Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera Launch the Camera app Press the Side key twice quickly On the locked screen drag outside the circle...

Page 81: ...shooting mode The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used The camera automatically shuts off when unused Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contami...

Page 82: ...only when using the rear camera Zoom guide map Using the camera button Tap and hold the camera button to record a video To take burst shots swipe downwards on the camera button and hold it Options fo...

Page 83: ...his determines how light values are calculated Centre weighted uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot Spot uses the light in a concentrated centre area...

Page 84: ...s which look just like the actual view Use this feature to take landscape photos To correct the distortion in photos taken with the Ultra wide camera tap on the preview screen tap Save options and the...

Page 85: ...subject and optimises the colour and any effects On the shooting modes list tap PHOTO and tap to take a photo Taking high resolution photos Take high resolution photos You can crop the high resolution...

Page 86: ...ew screen and tap the Scene optimiser switch to activate it To use additional features tap on the preview screen tap Scene optimiser and then tap the switches next to the features you want If you do n...

Page 87: ...omposition is achieved the guide will change to yellow 4 Tap to take a photo Guide Ideal composition Taking selfies You can take self portraits with the front camera 1 On the shooting modes list tap P...

Page 88: ...On the preview screen tap My filters When you create a filter for the first time select a sample image with a colour tone you want to use and tap Next Save filter 2 Tap and select an image with a colo...

Page 89: ...by spreading two fingers apart on it 3 Tap to stop recording the video If you use the video zoom feature for a long time while recording a video the video quality may diminish to prevent your device...

Page 90: ...ates photos with optimised filters or videos with certain sections repeated 1 On the shooting modes list tap SINGLETAKE 2 Tap and move the camera to capture the scene you want 3 When you are finished...

Page 91: ...the shutter speed A slow shutter speed allows more light in so the photo or video becomes brighter This is ideal for photos or videos of scenery or photos or videos taken at night A fast shutter speed...

Page 92: ...and then stitch them together to create a wide scene To get the best shots using panorama mode follow these tips Move the camera slowly in one direction Keep the image within the frame on the camera s...

Page 93: ...e circular frame will be blurred To resize the circular frame drag a corner of the frame 3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone 4 Tap to take a photo Night mode Take a photo in lo...

Page 94: ...edit it after taking a photo The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode Blur Big circle Zoom Colour point Spin Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light The background...

Page 95: ...view screen tap to take a photo or tap to record a video Background effect intensity adjustment bar Background effects Editing the background of the Live focus photos You can also edit the background...

Page 96: ...that records a quickly passing moment slowly so that you can appreciate it later After the video is recorded background music will be added automatically Some super slow motion features may differ de...

Page 97: ...low motion and save it as a video 3 On the preview screen tap the preview thumbnail 4 Tap Play super slow mo video Random background music will automatically accompany the video during playback To edi...

Page 98: ...g near the subject in the motion detection area When recording under flickering light such as in places with fluorescent lighting Slow motion mode Record a video for viewing it in slow motion You can...

Page 99: ...and tap Play hyperlapse to view the video Customising camera settings On the preview screen tap Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode Intelligent features Scene optimiser Se...

Page 100: ...e Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the front camera Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos but they will take up more memory Advanced recording options Set...

Page 101: ...s high When zooming in or out using the optical zoom Pictures as previewed Set the device to save photos as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them Gri...

Page 102: ...our device You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories Using Gallery Launch the Gallery app Videos View the videos saved in your device Favourites View your favourite photos and v...

Page 103: ...e similar images Creating movies Create a movie by selecting images or videos Launch the Gallery app tap tick the files you want to use and then tap Create movie When you select Highlight reel the dev...

Page 104: ...tures 104 Viewing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures 2 Select an image Access additional options Delete the image Share the image with others Modify the image BixbyVision Add the image t...

Page 105: ...images by enlarging an area 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures 2 Select an image 3 Double tap or spread two fingers apart on the area you want to save and tap The cropped area will be saved as...

Page 106: ...orward Pause and resume playback Change the screen ratio Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness or drag your finger up or down on the right side o...

Page 107: ...a title for the album and tap Create Moving photos and videos to albums 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Albums 2 Select an album and tap Add items 3 Tap Pictures or tap Albums and select an album wi...

Page 108: ...ad their date and location tags sort the images and videos and then create stories To create stories automatically you must capture or save multiple images and videos Launch the Gallery app tap Storie...

Page 109: ...connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account you can set the cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive Deleting images or videos 1 Launch the Gallery app 2 Select an image or a video to delete To del...

Page 110: ...owing methods to launch AR Zone Launch the AR Zone app Launch the Camera app and tap MORE AR ZONE Available features may vary depending on the region service provider or model AR Emoji Camera Create a...

Page 111: ...erson s height or the distance between the device and the object quickly and easily Picture Link Create your AR markers by adding information such as links or music to images you want When the camera...

Page 112: ...te your emoji and tap Next 5 Tap All done Your emoji and its emoji stickers are now created Refer to AR Emoji Stickers for more information about emoji stickers You can use the AR Emoji Camera feature...

Page 113: ...MIRROR MASK SCENE PLAY 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Camera 2 Select the emoji you want to use 3 Select the mode you want to use SCENE Your emoji mimics your expressions MASK Your emoji s...

Page 114: ...mojis mimic your expressions 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Camera 2 Select a character emoji you want to use 3 Tap to take a photo or tap and hold to record a video You can view and share...

Page 115: ...ji Stickers 2 Tap Make custom stickers at the bottom of the screen 3 Edit stickers how you want Add stickers Select the sticker s background Select an expression Select an action Enter text Write or d...

Page 116: ...ur 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 stickers The emoji sticker will be ins...

Page 117: ...i Studio You can also create clothes with custom patterns and colours for your emoji Available options may vary depending on the region or service provider Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Stud...

Page 118: ...2 Tap Design your own clothes 3 Select a clothing type and select an image or pattern to use If you tap Gallery you can design clothes using images saved in your device 4 Design your outfit and tap S...

Page 119: ...Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Doodle When the camera recognises 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...

Page 120: ...or videos with various stickers 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap Deco Pic 2 Select a sticker you want to use 3 Tap to take a photo or tap and hold to record a video You can view and share the photos...

Page 121: ...l appear on the screen To use Quick measure you must sign in to your Google account Distance between the device and the subject Measure manually Fix the measurement results on the screen Measure a per...

Page 122: ...t to appear only when you tap the screen To change the settings to make it appear continuously or during a set time launch the Settings app tap Lock screen Always On Display and then select a mode you...

Page 123: ...ap the Always On Display switch to deactivate it Edge screen Introduction You can quickly access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels Using the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle...

Page 124: ...e panel handle towards the centre of the screen Then tap Handle settings Apps edge Quickly launch frequently used apps 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen 2 On the Apps edge...

Page 125: ...the bottom when opened in the split screen view 4 Tap Done Edge lighting You can set the device to light up the edges of the screen and display a pop up window when you receive notifications such as n...

Page 126: ...u receive a message while watching a video or playing a game you can view the message and reply to it without switching the screen When you receive a notification with edge lighting while using an app...

Page 127: ...ndow Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop up view Some apps may not support this feature...

Page 128: ...the upper window 3 On the lower window swipe left or right to select another app to launch To launch apps not on the list of recently used apps tap the Home button or Back button and select an app Ad...

Page 129: ...e to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in pop up view The app screen will appear in the pop up view Minimise the window Close the app Maximise the window Adjust the transparency le...

Page 130: ...screen will appear When launching this feature for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Contents Access additional options Access ad...

Page 131: ...wipe to the left on the screen or tap the Back button Samsung Pay Introduction Register frequently used cards to Samsung Pay a mobile payment service to make payments quickly and securely Samsung Pay...

Page 132: ...the region Setting up Samsung Pay When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to complete the initial setup 1 Launch the Sams...

Page 133: ...e Samsung Pay 3 Touch 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 netw...

Page 134: ...ng Health Launch the 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 Some features may n...

Page 135: ...experience a brief delay while the steps tracker monitors your steps and then displays your step count You may also experience a brief delay before the pop up window indicates that your goal has been...

Page 136: ...on the server for data backup purposes Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes You can delete personal data stored by Samsung Health by using the Erase personal data o...

Page 137: ...sung account Refer to Samsung account for more information Samsung Notes Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen You can also insert images or voice...

Page 138: ...the wearable device s user manual for more information about how to connect and use the wearable device with your device Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or reminders in your...

Page 139: ...to activate it To add accounts to sync with launch the Calendar app and tap Add new account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added a blue circle is displayed next to...

Page 140: ...such as a single memo or webpage address and view it later For example create a reminder to alert you to Water the flowers when I get home 1 Launch the Reminder app 2 Tap Write a reminder or and enter...

Page 141: ...and tap Restore Reminders will be added to the reminders list and you will be reminded at the preset times Deleting reminders To delete a reminder select a reminder and tap Delete To delete multiple...

Page 142: ...mode Start recording 3 Tap to finish recording 4 Enter a file name and tap Save Changing the recording mode Launch the Voice Recorder app Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen Stand...

Page 143: ...se your voice Before using this feature tap the current language to set the voice memo system language Playing selected voice recordings When you review interview recordings you can mute or unmute cer...

Page 144: ...vent or set a specific duration Alarm Launch the Clock app and tap Alarm Setting alarms Tap in the alarms list set an alarm time select the days on which the alarm will repeat set other various alarm...

Page 145: ...Delete Stopwatch 1 Launch the Clock app and tap Stopwatch 2 Tap Start to time an event To record lap times while timing an event tap Lap 3 Tap Stop to stop timing To restart the timing tap Resume To c...

Page 146: ...l You can convert various values such as area length or temperature into other units Display the scientific calculator Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play...

Page 147: ...y panel upwards and tap Add apps Removing a game from Game Launcher Drag the Library panel upwards tap and hold a game and then tap Remove from Game Launcher Changing the performance mode You can chan...

Page 148: ...vary depending on the game Configure settings for Game Booster Monitoring temperature Monitoring memory Set the device to automatically adjust settings to prevent device overheating and to stop apps r...

Page 149: ...s and configure settings to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device Using Kids Home Open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Kids Home to activate it T...

Page 150: ...eated from the apps in Kids Home Allowed content Check the apps or content supported by Kids Home and add them Show Content page Set the device to display the Samsung partner s content page on the Kid...

Page 151: ...e Samsung warranty When errors or defects occur on the connected devices contact the device s manufacturer Connecting to nearby devices Connect to nearby devices such as Bluetooth headsets easily and...

Page 152: ...r supplied with the selected device is downloaded you can control the device Adding devices and scenes by locations Add devices by locations view the list of devices in a same location and control the...

Page 153: ...to turn on the audio automatically every day at 7 00 AM 1 Launch the SmartThings app 2 Tap and select a location 3 Tap Automations Add automation 4 Tap under If set the activation conditions for the...

Page 154: ...he Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap and select a sharing method such as message and email When you have a communication or sharing history the people you contacted will appear on the sharing opti...

Page 155: ...owed to find and send content 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 appea...

Page 156: ...k Sharing The link for the image will be created 3 Select a sharing option Shared album Create a shared album to share photos or videos with others and download your files whenever you want To use thi...

Page 157: ...ap Connections Bluetooth tap the switch to activate it and then connect the smartphone to your Bluetooth car stereo If the smartphone and your Bluetooth car stereo are already connected proceed to the...

Page 158: ...y a music file The music will play on your Bluetooth car stereo Samsung DeX Introduction Samsung DeX is a service that allows you to use your smartphone like a computer by connecting the smartphone to...

Page 159: ...e C to HDMI All accessories are sold separately Use only official Samsung DeX supported accessories that are provided by Samsung Performance problems and malfunctions caused by using accessories that...

Page 160: ...ctedTV or monitor HDMI cable HDMI adaptor USBType C to HDMI Connecting to a computer You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your smartphone to a computer using a USB cable 1 Connect your smartphone to...

Page 161: ...on the computer Controlling the Samsung DeX screen Controlling on an external display Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse You can use a wireless keyboard mouse Refer to the respective dev...

Page 162: ...hone s case has a front cover open the front cover to use your smartphone as a touchpad If the front cover is closed the touchpad may not work properly If your smartphone s screen turns off press the...

Page 163: ...ifications and status Samsung DeX home screen Samsung DeX panel Taskbar Favourite apps Status bar Quick access toolbar Apps button The Samsung DeX screen layout may differ depending on the connected d...

Page 164: ...nectedTV or monitor you can chat with your friend on a messenger On the connectedTV or monitor launch an app to run on the Samsung DeX screen Then launch another app on your smartphone Locking the Sam...

Page 165: ...version 1803 or higher and it is recommended to use the latest version to fully use this feature A Microsoft account is required to use this feature When you create a Microsoft account you can sign i...

Page 166: ...nd download the Your Phone app and then launch it 6 Device Accept the connection request Your device and the computer will be connected Viewing data and notifications from your device on the computer...

Page 167: ...l 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 Goals learn more abo...

Page 168: ...on your device and play them Play Movies TV Purchase or rent videos such as movies andTV programmes from Play Store Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with oth...

Page 169: ...a or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices Refer to Bluetooth for more information NFC and payment Set the device to allow you to read near field communication NFC tags that contain informa...

Page 170: ...the device s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available Connections can be made viaWi Fi USB or Bluetooth Refer to Mobile Hotspot andTethering for more info...

Page 171: ...ction request Sending and receiving data You can share data such as contacts or media files with other devices The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device 1 Launch the G...

Page 172: ...or example pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature Pairing with oth...

Page 173: ...pairing Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Bluetooth The device displays the paired devices in the list 2 Tap next to the device name to unpair 3 Tap Unpair NFC and payment You...

Page 174: ...e payments you must register for the mobile payment service To register or get more information about the service contact your service provider 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections and tap the NFC...

Page 175: ...NFC antenna 4 When Touch to beam appears on the screen tap your device s screen to send the item If both devices try to send data simultaneously the file transfer may fail Data saver Reduce your data...

Page 176: ...se the SIM card settings Refer to Using the eSIM and nano SIM card dual SIM models for more information On the Settings screen tap Connections SIM card manager This feature may not be available depend...

Page 177: ...ce s mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth USB tethering Use USB tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with a computer via USB When connected to a compu...

Page 178: ...ngs Customise settings to control other connection features On the Settings screen tap Connections More connection settings Nearby device scanning Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect...

Page 179: ...nections More connection settings Printing Download plugin 2 Search for a printer plug in in Play Store 3 Select a printer plug in and install it 4 Select the installed printer plug in The device will...

Page 180: ...Bluetooth Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information 2 Connect your device to the vehicle using a USB cable When they are connected access your device s MirrorLink apps on the...

Page 181: ...Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio such as movies music and voice With Dolby Atmos you can experience moving audio sounds that flow all around you On the Settings screen...

Page 182: ...r Do not disturb Set the device to mute all sounds except for allowed exceptions Recently sent View the apps that received recent notifications and change the notification settings To customise notifi...

Page 183: ...ight filter and change the filter settings Refer to Blue light filter for more information Screen mode Change the screen mode to adjust the display s colour and contrast Refer to Changing the screen m...

Page 184: ...Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging Refer to Screensaver for more information Dark mode settings Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at ni...

Page 185: ...efresh rate 60 Hz Use a standard refresh rate in normal situations to conserve battery power Blue light filter Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen 1 On the Set...

Page 186: ...ge the screen mode while applying the blue light filter Optimising the full screen colour balance Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference On the Settings screen ta...

Page 187: ...On the Settings screen tap Display Screen resolution 2 Select a resolution option and tap Apply Some currently running apps may close when you change the resolution Screensaver You can set to display...

Page 188: ...een and icons On the Settings screen tap Themes Themes Change the device s theme Wallpapers Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen Icons Change the icon style AODs Sel...

Page 189: ...en Notifications Set how to show notifications on the locked screen Shortcuts Select apps to display shortcuts to them on the locked screen About Lock screen View the Lock screen version and legal inf...

Page 190: ...ss the Find My Mobile website findmymobile samsung com to track and control your lost or stolen device Security update View the version of your device s software and check for updates Google Play syst...

Page 191: ...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 If you want to use your biometr...

Page 192: ...thod 4 Select whether you are wearing glasses or not and tap Continue 5 Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen 6 Position your face inside the frame on the screen Th...

Page 193: ...tch to activate it If you want to set the device to unlock the screen without swiping on the locked screen after recognising your face tap the Stay on Lock screen switch to deactivate it If you want t...

Page 194: ...nsor However a screen protector may not be attached depending on the region or service provider If you use your fingerprint as a screen lock method your fingerprint cannot be used to unlock the screen...

Page 195: ...reen Ensure that the screen protector or the touchscreen on the fingerprint recognition sensor area is not scratched or damaged by objects such as coins keys pens and necklaces Ensure that the fingerp...

Page 196: ...When you are finished registering your fingerprints tap Done Checking registered fingerprints You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by placing your finger on the fingerprint recognitio...

Page 197: ...screen tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Tap the Fingerprint unlock switch to activate it 4 On the locked screen place your finger on...

Page 198: ...gister your biometric data to Samsung Pass On the Settings screen tap Biometrics and security Samsung Pass Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup Verifying the Samsung account passwor...

Page 199: ...screen tap Sign in 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 wi...

Page 200: ...ou registered to Samsung Pass when entering the personal information automatically on supported apps Deleting your Samsung Pass data You can delete your biometric data sign in information and app data...

Page 201: ...ther devices via unapproved sharing methods such as USB orWi Fi Direct Attempting to customise the operating system or modifying software will cause Secure Folder to be automatically locked and inacce...

Page 202: ...and enter your Samsung account password Setting auto lock for Secure Folder Set the device to automatically lock Secure Folder when it is not being used 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Setting...

Page 203: ...Add an app to use in Secure Folder 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Add apps 2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap Add To install apps from Play Store or Galaxy Store tap Downl...

Page 204: ...ng Cloud using your Samsung account and restore them later Backing up data 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Settings Backup and restore 2 Tap Add account and follow the on screen instructions to...

Page 205: ...ports SecureWi Fi is automatically activated so that no one can hack your login information or monitor your activity in apps and websites On the Settings screen tap Biometrics and security SecureWi Fi...

Page 206: ...instructions to complete the purchase Privacy Change the settings for privacy On the Settings screen tap Privacy Permission manager View the list of features and apps that have permission to use them...

Page 207: ...Smart Switch On the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts or other accounts to sync with Backup and restore Keep your personal information app data and...

Page 208: ...nc data saved in your device with Samsung Cloud and access it from other devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup Samsung Cloud 2 Tap Settings Sync and auto backup settings Sync 3 Tap...

Page 209: ...msung Cloud Back up this phone To view the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud on the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup Samsung Cloud Restore data and then select a device you wa...

Page 210: ...re may not be available depending on the region or service provider Link toWindows Instantly access data saved in your device on your computer Refer to Link toWindows for more information Smart pop up...

Page 211: ...end help messages by pressing the Side key three times Motions and gestures Activate the motion feature and configure settings On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Lift to...

Page 212: ...dvanced 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 When you r...

Page 213: ...lbeing and parental controls DigitalWellbeing View the daily usage history of your device Refer to DigitalWellbeing for more information Parental controls Manage your children s digital use DigitalWel...

Page 214: ...to the app you want and set the time Using focus mode You can activate focus mode to avoid distractions from your device and stay focused on what you want While focus mode is on you can only use defau...

Page 215: ...so automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger Battery Storage Security Memory Optimising your device On the Settings screen tap Device care Optimise now The quick optimisation feature...

Page 216: ...ting conditions You may not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving mode Power mode Select a power mode that suits your device usage purposes Tap Power mode and select an option Hig...

Page 217: ...On the Settings screen tap Device care Storage The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of th...

Page 218: ...ng device languages for more information Date and time Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time and date If the battery remains fully discharged the time and date is r...

Page 219: ...en tap Accessibility Software update Update your device s software via the firmware over the air FOTA service You can also schedule software updates On the Settings screen tap Software update If emerg...

Page 220: ...on such as the SIM card status Wi Fi MAC address and serial number Legal information View legal information related to the device such as safety information and the open source licence Software inform...

Page 221: ...feedback Activating or deactivatingVoice Assistant When you activateVoice Assistant the device will start voice feedback When you tap the selected feature once the device will read the text on the scr...

Page 222: ...the right then left in one motion Scroll down the screen Swiping upwards then downwards in one motion Move to the first item on the screen Swiping downwards then upwards in one motion Move to the last...

Page 223: ...e list of recent apps Using the contextual menu While you are usingVoice Assistant swipe to the left or right with three fingers The contextual menu will appear and the device will read the options al...

Page 224: ...edback Set the device to emit a sound when you control the screen such as selecting an item You can also adjust the volume of the sound played when you touch the screen to control it Focus on speech a...

Page 225: ...keyboard To display the keyboard tap the text input field and then tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly To activate the rapid key input feature launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Screen re...

Page 226: ...ate it Using the high contrast keyboard Change the colours of the Samsung keyboard to increase the contrast between the text and the background Launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Visibility enh...

Page 227: ...ding the text Launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Visibility enhancements Colour lens and then tap the switch to activate it Select a colour you want To adjust the transparency level drag the ad...

Page 228: ...the screen by tapping the screen three times and holding Or tap and then tap and hold the screen While holding the screen drag your finger to explore the screen Release your finger to return to the no...

Page 229: ...nts Amplify ambient sound and then tap the switch to activate it 2 Connect an earphone to the device and wear it 3 Tap Adapt sound Optimise the sound setting to find the best sound quality and use it...

Page 230: ...unch the Settings app tap Accessibility Hearing enhancements LiveTranscribe and then tap the switch to activate it Then tap to transcribe speech Live Caption Set the device to detect speech and automa...

Page 231: ...nge doorbell sound Interaction and dexterity Universal switch You can control the touchscreen by connecting an external switch by tapping the screen or by using head movements and face gestures 1 Laun...

Page 232: ...ortcut icon appears as a floating icon for easy access to the assistive menus from any screen When you tap the assistive shortcut icon the icon expands slightly and the assistive menus appear on the i...

Page 233: ...ssibility Interaction and dexterity Interaction control 2 Tap the switch to activate it 3 Press and hold the Side key and theVolume Up key simultaneously while using an app 4 Adjust the size of the fr...

Page 234: ...e repeated touches tap the switch to activate it and then set the time Click after pointer stops Set the device to select an item automatically when you place the mouse pointer over the item Launch th...

Page 235: ...lity features quickly Set to open accessibility features quickly Launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Advanced settings Side andVolume up keys and then tap the switch to activate it Then select a...

Page 236: ...w messages Launch the Settings app tap Accessibility Advanced settings Flash notification and then tap the switches next to the options you want to activate Notification reminders Set the device to al...

Page 237: ...u are finished recording tap Done to stop 4 Hold the back of your device over the voice label The information in the voice recording will be written to the voice label BixbyVision for accessibility Wh...

Page 238: ...or objects and describe them by voice 1 Tap Open BixbyVision 2 Select and keep the text or object within the screen to recognise it Installed services View accessibility services installed on the dev...

Page 239: ...iew the settings 2 Tap Show always Done Q I d like to use two apps simultaneously on the screen A Use the Multi window feature You can run two apps at the same time in the split screen view 1 Tap the...

Page 240: ...e Samsung DeX app on the computer Then you can accomplish tasks you want done on the smartphone on a large screen You can also simultaneously use the smartphone while using Samsung DeX Refer to Connec...

Page 241: ...sung DeX app on the computer and then save photos in the smartphone to the computer 1 Connect your smartphone to a computer Refer to Connecting to a computer for how to connect 2 On the Samsung DeX sc...

Page 242: ...networks Network mode or Network mode SIM 1 Network mode SIM 2 dual SIM models LTE 3G 2G auto connect Q A data usage warning notification comes A If you set a data usage limit the data usage is measu...

Page 243: ...disappear What happened A When you tap the icon similar images are grouped and only a preview of the images will be displayed on the list When you tap the image preview you can view all the images in...

Page 244: ...ss yourself in fun ways using emoji stickers during a conversation Refer to AR Emoji Camera or AR Emoji Stickers for more information Q How can I create an emoji A You can create an emoji that looks j...

Page 245: ...Music Share is a feature that allows you to listen to another smartphone s music via the Bluetooth speaker or headset connected to your smartphone For example when you are with your friend in your car...

Page 246: ...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...

Page 247: ...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 248: ...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 249: ...a 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 yo...

Page 250: ...ng Service Centre A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device Ensure that you have the proper drive...

Page 251: ...ag the notification panel downwards Tap Quick panel layout and tap the Show brightness on top switch to activate it Removing the battery To remove the battery contact an authorised service centre To o...

Page 252: ...on storage and retrieval system Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi Wi Fi...

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