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Getting started

Device layout and functions

Front camera

Side key

Volume key

Multipurpose jack (USB

Type-C)

Microphone

RGB Light sensor

Touchscreen

Microphone

Speaker

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SM-P615, SM-P619:

SIM card / Memory

card tray

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SM-P610, SM-P613:

Memory card tray

GPS antenna

Earphone jack

Speaker

Main antenna

(SM-P615, SM-P619)

Rear camera

Summary of Contents for SM-P615

Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English LTN 11 2022 Rev 1 0 SM P610 SM P613 SM P615 SM P619 ...

Page 2: ...ng or uninstalling apps 31 Phone 34 Contacts 36 Messages 38 Internet 39 Multi window 42 Bixby 44 BixbyVision 45 Samsung Kids 46 Samsung Members 46 Samsung Global Goals 46 Galaxy Shop 47 Calendar 48 Reminder 49 My Files 49 Clock 49 Calculator 50 Game Launcher 51 Game Booster 52 SmartThings 52 SmartView 53 Music Share 55 Samsung Flow 56 Daily Board 58 Google apps 59 S Pen 70 Samsung Notes 74 PENUP 7...

Page 3: ...uations and solutions Appendix 140 Troubleshooting 146 About Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Settings 96 Introduction 97 Samsung account 97 Connections 98 Wi Fi 100 Bluetooth 101 Data saver Mobile network enabled models 101 Mobile data only apps Mobile network enabled models 102 Mobile Hotspot Mobile network enabled models 102 More connection settings 104 Connected devices 105 Modes and Routines 105...

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

Page 5: ...a Side key Volume key Multipurpose jack USB Type C Microphone RGB Light sensor Touchscreen Microphone Speaker SM P615 SM P619 SIM card Memory card tray SM P610 SM P613 Memory card tray GPS antenna Earphone jack Speaker Main antenna SM P615 SM P619 Rear camera ...

Page 6: ...rreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken there may be a risk of injury Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Center If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone speaker or receiver the device s sound may become quiet or certain features may not work If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...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 9: ...te the Bluetooth feature when not in use Deactivate auto syncing of apps 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 m...

Page 10: ... jack is wet the device may be damaged Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device If the device is not charging properly take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Center SIM or USIM card nano SIM card Mobile network enabled models Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider Some services that require a network connection may not be ...

Page 11: ...y 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 Memory card microSD card Installing a memory card Your device s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the m...

Page 12: ...serting a card formatted in a different file system the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognize the card To use the memory card you must format it If your device cannot format or recognize the memory card contact the memory card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Center Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards When inserting a memory card into th...

Page 13: ...ice on and off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as airplanes and hospitals Volume Down key Side key Turning the device on Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously...

Page 14: ... key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it Initial setup When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to set up your device If you do not connect to aWi Fi network you may not be able to set up some device features during the initial setup ...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...r settings for the Home screen and the locked screen 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 Displaying all apps on the Home screen Without using a separate Apps s...

Page 21: ... 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 22: ...apps from the bottom of the Home screen recently used apps and the all apps button will be displayed on the taskbar You can switch apps quickly by selecting the app you want from the taskbar You can also run multiple apps at the same time While using an app tap and hold the app you want from the taskbar drag it upwards and then drop it wherever you want Taskbar All apps button Favorite apps Recent...

Page 23: ...splay and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it Edge panel handle Edge panel Edge panel settings 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 unlock the screen swipe in any direction when the screen turns on If the screen is off press the Side key to turn on the scr...

Page 24: ...nter 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 the preset screen lock method and then tap the Auto factory reset switch to activate it Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen The icons listed in the table below are most common Icon Mean...

Page 25: ...cator icons may appear differently depending on the service provider or model Notification panel When you receive new notifications indicator icons appear on the status bar To see more information about the icons open the notification panel and view the details To open the notification panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel swipe upwards on the screen You can use the f...

Page 26: ... tap Edit buttons tap and hold a button and then drag it to another location Controlling media playback Take control of music or video playback easily using the Media feature 1 Open the notification panel swipe downwards and then 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 freq...

Page 27: ... supported languages Changing the input language Tap Languages and types Manage input 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 w...

Page 28: ...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 29: ... 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 30: ...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 31: ...unt on the tablet and smartphone Some calling and messaging features may not be available Making calls 1 Launch the Phone app 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 calls from call logs or contacts list Launch the Phone app tap Recents or Co...

Page 32: ...mber tap 1 tap 2 and then tap and hold 3 Making an international call 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad 2 Tap and hold 0 until the sign appears 3 Enter the country code area code and phone number and then tap Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle Rejecting a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle To send a message when rejecting an...

Page 33: ... contacts or phone numbers and then tap Done To manually enter a number tap Add phone number enter a phone number and then tap When blocked numbers try to contact you you will not receive notifications The calls will be logged in the call log You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID Tap the Block unknown private numbers switch to activate the feature ...

Page 34: ...mport 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 account to sync with 2 Tap Sync account and tap the Contacts switch to activate it Searching for contacts ...

Page 35: ...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 Merging duplicate contacts If your contacts list includes duplicate contacts merge them into one to strea...

Page 36: ...then tap the Call text on other devices switch to activate it 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 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 recordin...

Page 37: ...g 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 at the top of the messages list tap Settings and then 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 at the top of ...

Page 38: ...ges 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 secret mode In secret mode the device w...

Page 39: ...lso 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: ...al Goals The Global Goals which were established by the United 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 Goals learn more about the global goals and join the movement for a better future Galaxy Shop Access the Samsung website and view various infor...

Page 47: ...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 tap the Calendar switch to activate it To add accounts to sync with launch the Calendar app and tap Manage calendars Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added a blue circ...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...arch for files or folders tap Clock Set alarms check 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 To clear the history tap Clear history To use the unit conversion tool tap You can convert various values such as area length or temperature into other units ...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...me sessions To stop 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 Monitoring temperature Monitoring memory Set the device to automatically adjust the volume or video frame rate to prevent the device from overheating and to stop apps from running in the backgrou...

Page 52: ... 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 53: ...Bluetooth speaker 1 Make sure that your tablet and your Bluetooth speaker are connected Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect 2 On your tablet 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 ...

Page 54: ... to connect 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 tablet open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap Media output 4 Tap Music Share and select your friend s Buds fro...

Page 55: ...low app 2 On your tablet launch the Samsung Flow app and tap Connect to phone If your tablet is connected to a computer tap Connect to phone 3 Select your smartphone from the detected devices list If the connection method selection pop up window appears select the method you want 4 Confirm the passkey on both devices The devices will be connected Connecting to a computer 1 On your tablet launch th...

Page 56: ...slide the device into the charging dock to bring the device s connectors and charging dock s charging terminals into contact with each other 2 Open the notification panel and tap Tap here to start Daily Board The Daily Board main screen will appear and you can see the clock weather or calendar Using Daily Board Playing the slide show You can use your device as a picture frame Enjoy slide shows of ...

Page 57: ...eed and style You can also set the clock or weather information shown on the slide show Time weather and calendar Change the setting for Daily Board main screen Memo Turn the memo feature on Daily Board on or off SmartThings Set the device to show SmartThings devices and scenes on the Daily Board Music Turn the music controller feature on Daily Board on or off Auto start when connected to USB char...

Page 58: ...arious places around you YT Music Enjoy various music and videos provided byYouTube Music You can 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 Sea...

Page 59: ... S Pen actions If the S Pen is not working properly take it to a Samsung Service Center Replacing the S Pen nib If the nib is dull replace it with a new one 1 Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it 2 Insert a new nib into the S Pen 2 1 Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers Do not reuse old nibs Doing so may cause the S Pen to malfunction Do not press the nib excessive...

Page 60: ...pp Smart select Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions such as sharing or saving Refer to Smart select for more information Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image You can also capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page such as a webpage Refer to Screen write for more information Live messages Inste...

Page 61: ...sing the S Pen Write on calendar Launch the Calendar app and write or draw on the screen Refer to Write on calendar for more information Add Add shortcuts to frequently used apps to the Air command panel Air command icon When the Air command panel is closed the Air command icon will remain on the screen for a short time You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen To move ...

Page 62: ...a desired shape icon on the toolbar and drag the S Pen across the content you want to select 3 Select an option to use with the selected area Pin Insert Pin the selected area to the screen You can also insert the image into other apps such as Samsung Notes Tap and hold the image and drag it to the other app s screen Automatically changes the appearance of the selected area Write or draw on the sel...

Page 63: ... of the frame to resize Adjust the position 4 Tap Record to start capturing Before capturing a video make sure that the video is playing The maximum duration you can capture an area of the video for will be displayed on the screen When capturing an area from a video its sound will not be recorded 5 Tap Stop to stop capturing 6 Select an option to use with the selected area Write or draw on the sel...

Page 64: ...to capture open the Air command panel and tap Screen write The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears 2 Write a memo on the screenshot Eraser Undo Redo Pen settings Share Save 3 Share or save the screenshot You can view the captured screenshots in Gallery It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps ...

Page 65: ...le 1 When you want to send an animated message open the Air command panel and tap Live messages 2 Customize background image and tap Done or Start drawing 3 Write or draw on the live message screen Preview Start over Undo Message input limit Change the file format Pen settings 4 Tap Done The live message will be saved in Gallery as an animated GIF file or a video 5 Tap Share and select a method ...

Page 66: ...listen to the pronunciation of the original text tap The icon may not appear depending on the language you select Text selecting granularity word or sentence Select languages Translation result This feature does not support some languages This feature is available only when detectable text is on the screen BixbyVision When you hover the S Pen over the content the content is recognized and availabl...

Page 67: ... example launch a map app open the Air command panel and then tap Glance The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen While browsing webpages hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the map app on the full screen and quickly search for places Hover the S Pen away from the screen to reduce the app to a thumbnail again To close the minimized app tap and hold the thumbnail an...

Page 68: ...When you are finished tap Save To edit it tap Eraser Select and edit Redo Undo Pen settings Air view Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop up window In some apps Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window Action buttons If this feature is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advanced features S Pen and then tap the Air view swit...

Page 69: ... quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it When the screen is off hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button When you tap Save after writing a memo the memo will be saved to Samsung Notes Save the memo in Samsung Notes Extend the page Change the line thickness Eraser Change the pen color If this feature is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advanced...

Page 70: ...omposing 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 Delete Composing notes with handwriting On the note composer screen draw or write in your own handwriting You can enter your handwriting more easily if you magnify the screen by spreading two fingers on it Highlighter Eraser Sele...

Page 71: ...ly erase the intended part Editing handwritten notes Edit handwritten notes using various editing options such as cutting moving or resizing 1 When there is handwriting on the note tap To change the shape of the selection tap once more 2 Tap or draw a line around the input to select To move the input to another location select the input and then drag it to a new location To change the size of the ...

Page 72: ... or line thickness you want Then point the S Pen toward where you want to apply the style When the icon appears tap where you want to change the style Converting handwriting to text After writing on the screen tap Options will appear in the preview window If you drag or you can select the handwriting you want To replace the handwriting with the text tap Convert ...

Page 73: ... be fixed Recording voice to notes Make a recording of your voice while creating a note and then the content will be synchronized with the recording On the note composer screen tap Voice recording and create a note Select a note from the list and tap to play the recording Then the content you created while recording will be displayed on the screen along with the recording Adding memos to PDF files...

Page 74: ... or open and edit it 1 Launch the Samsung Notes app 2 Select a note and tap Add to Home screen The note will be added to the Home screen PENUP PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen Post your artwork view others artwork and get useful drawing tips Launch the PENUP app ...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...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 77: ...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 available depending on the shooting mode Using the camera button Tap and hold the camera button to take burst shots If you add another camera button you can move it anywhere on the screen and take pictures more conveniently On the pr...

Page 78: ...OOD mode adjust the color tone The available options may vary depending on the model or shooting mode Photo mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to capture pictures easily On the shooting modes list tap PHOTO and tap to take a picture Taking selfies You can take self portraits with the front camera 1 On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwar...

Page 79: ...ortrait mode Take pictures that focus on the face by blurring the background 1 On the shooting modes list tap PORTRAIT 2 Drag the background blur adjustment bar to adjust the blur level 3 When Ready appears on the preview screen tap to take a picture Background blur adjustment bar Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light The background blur may not be applied properly in the following...

Page 80: ...e This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives For low light situations use a higher exposure ISO Select an ISO value This controls camera light sensitivity Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects Higher values are for fast moving or poorly lit objects However higher ISO settings can result in noise in pictures Separating the focus area and the exposure area You can se...

Page 81: ...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 taking pictures Avoid taking pictures of indistinct backgrounds such as an empty sky or a plain wall Hyperlapse mode Record scenes ...

Page 82: ... watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures High efficiency pictures Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format HEIF Selfies Save selfies as previewed Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them Videos High efficiency videos You can record videos in the High EfficiencyVideo Codec HEVC format Your H...

Page 83: ...t 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 when you launch the camera Storage location Select the memory location for storage This feature will appear when you insert a memory card Privacy Privacy Notice View the privacy n...

Page 84: ... 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 85: ... Share the image with others Modify the image Image and video thumbnail BixbyVision View the content on a large screen using the SmartView feature Add the image to favorites 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 86: ...deos Configure the caption settings Rewind or fast forward by dragging the bar Create an animated GIF 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 y...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...ated features Choose a feature and capture fun pictures or videos Launching AR Zone Use the following methods to launch AR Zone Launch the AR Zone app Launch the Camera app and tap MORE AR ZONE Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model ...

Page 89: ...cognizes the subject the recognition area will appear on the screen 2 Tap and 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 tap and then begin to doodle you can record yourself doodling Recognition area Pen tool GIF Text Redo Turn the sound effect on or off Delete doodle Undo 3 Tap to record a video 4 Tap to st...

Page 90: ...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 91: ...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 92: ... 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 or crop a portion from the screenshot You can view the cropped area in Gallery Share the screenshot with others If the options are not visible on the ca...

Page 93: ...2 Select a sound setting and tap Start recording After a countdown recording will start To write or draw on the screen tap To show the S Pen pointer on the screen 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 94: ...ransfer 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 95: ...st download 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 ...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...rvices 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 mobile network settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customize the settings for the limitation Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the ...

Page 98: ...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 the network and tap the Auto reconnect switch to deactivate it If you cannot connect to aWi Fi net...

Page 99: ...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 100: ...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 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 t...

Page 101: ...On the Settings screen tap Connections Data usage Data saver and tap the switch to activate it When the data saver feature 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 Mobile data only apps Mobile network enabled models Select apps to always use the mobi...

Page 102: ...en tap the Hidden 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 settings Customize 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 dev...

Page 103: ...Settings 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 for printers that are connected to the sameWi Fi network as your device 4 Select a printer to add To add printers manually tap Add printer Printing content While viewing content such as images or docu...

Page 104: ...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 Samsung DeX Use Samsung DeX on your device However you cannot use Samsung DeX by connecting your device to an external display SmartView Change the settings for the SmartView feature S...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...ings screen tap Sound Sound Mute Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode 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 Sound quality and effects Set the device ...

Page 107: ... 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 108: ... Activate or deactivate dark mode Dark mode settings 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...

Page 109: ...t buttons for more information Screen saver Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging Some features may not be available depending on the model Wallpaper and style Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen On the Settings screen tap Wallpaper and style Home screen Configure settings for the Home screen such as the screen layout On the Settings...

Page 110: ...items displayed on the locked screen and the wallpaper for the locked screen Widgets Change the settings of the items displayed when you tap the clock on the locked screen Touch and hold to edit Set the device to display the editing options when you tap and hold the locked screen Roaming clock Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the locked screen when roaming About Lock ...

Page 111: ...ivacy Options Check the device s security and privacy status 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 d...

Page 112: ...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 device keep the following precauti...

Page 113: ...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 114: ...app and tap Security and privacy Secure Folder 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup When a pop up window asking whether you want to reset the Secure Folder lock type with your Samsung account appears tap Activate If you have forgotten the lock type you can reset it using your Samsung account If you do not activate this feature you cannot reset the lock type when you have forgo...

Page 115: ...tent 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 moving an image from Secure Folder to the default storage 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Gallery 2 Select an image and tap Move out of Secure Folder The selected items will be moved to Gallery i...

Page 116: ...tap Secure Folder to deactivate the feature If you cannot find Secure Folder on the quick panel tap and drag the button over to add it If you want to show the Secure Folder again launch the Settings app tap Security and privacy Secure Folder and then tap the Add Secure Folder to Apps screen switch to activate it Uninstalling Secure Folder You can uninstall Secure Folder including the content and a...

Page 117: ...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 activity in apps from being accessed by others On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy SecureWi Fi Settings Protected apps and tap the switches next to the apps you want to protect using SecureWi Fi Some ...

Page 118: ...cal information and emergency contacts You can also change settings for emergency features such as wireless emergency alerts On the Settings screen tap Safety and emergency Medical info Enter your medical information Emergency contacts Enter your emergency contacts Emergency SOS Set the device to make an emergency call to the preset number when you press the Side key five times Emergency sharing S...

Page 119: ...ature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Samsung Cloud Back up your data and settings and restore the previous device s data and settings even when you do not have it Refer to Samsung Cloud for more information Google Drive Keep your personal information app data and settings safe on your device You can back up your sensitive information You must sign in to your Googl...

Page 120: ...on and data used during a guest session is temporarily stored Each time you use this account you are asked whether to continue the previous guest session or reset it New user This account allows users to access their own apps and content and customize the device settings that affect all accounts New profile A restricted account can only access the apps and content allowed by the administrator acco...

Page 121: ... backup Users To delete a user account tap the user account you want to delete and tap Delete user To change account settings tap user account and change the settings Samsung Cloud Back up your device s data to Samsung Cloud and 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 Cl...

Page 122: ...vice 1 On the Settings screen tap Accounts and backup 2 Tap Restore 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 features Options Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Labs Use new...

Page 123: ...lable depending on the model Game Launcher Activate the Game Launcher Refer to Game Launcher for more information Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app Refer to Dual Messenger for more information Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model Motions and gestures Activate the motion feature and configure setti...

Page 124: ...izing and tracking people during video calls Settings Select or add background colors or images to use during video calls Some features may not be available depending on the model Some features are available only 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 Su...

Page 125: ... manage their digital use On the Settings screen tap DigitalWellbeing and parental controls Screen time goal Set goals for how much you use your device a day App timers Limit the daily usage time for each app by setting a timer When you reach the limit the app will be deactivated and you cannot use it Driving monitor Activate the driving monitor to monitor the amount of the time you use your devic...

Page 126: ...gs Configure advanced settings for the battery The usage time left 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 use power saving mode Storage Check the status of the used and available memory On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Stora...

Page 127: ...reen tap Battery and device care Auto optimization and tap the Restart when needed switch to activate it 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 Battery and device care Software update Diagnostics Test your device using Samsung Members On the Settings screen tap Battery and device car...

Page 128: ...TalkBack is activated such as languages speed and more Voice input Download language packs to use the voice input feature offline 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 reset Samsung Keyboard settings Change the settings for the Samsung keyboard Keyboard list and default Select a ...

Page 129: ...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 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 e...

Page 130: ...ates 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 samsungmobile com The website supports only some languages About tablet Access your device s information On the Settings screen tap About tablet To change your device s name tap Edit Status information View various device ...

Page 131: ...I is a unique number assigned to your device You can check whether your device was reported as stolen or lost prior to buying it using the IMEI number To view your device s IMEI number enter 06 on the dialing keypad or access your device s Settings app This feature may not be supported by some devices ...

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

Page 133: ...m 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 messaging upload...

Page 134: ...the Settings app and tap About tablet 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 devices on airplanes or ships may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions Check with the appropriate authorities a...

Page 135: ...r 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 prior notice You can purchase additional 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 136: ...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 137: ...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 138: ...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...

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Page 140: ...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 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ... 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 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 fil...

Page 144: ... 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 145: ...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 146: ...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 147: ...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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