Samsung SM-T387P User Manual Download

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Getting

started

Assemble

your

device

Your

device

uses

nano-SIM

card.

SIM

card

may

preinstalled,

you

may

able

use

your

SIM

card.

Contact

your

carrier

for

details.

Install SIM/microSD card

Place the SIM card and the

optional microSD card

(sold separately) into the

tray with the gold

contacts facing down.

Charge your device

Before turning on your

device, charge it fully.

Devices

and

software

are

constantly

evolving

—

the

illustrations

you

see

here

are

for

reference

only.

NOTE

Use

only

charging

devices

and

batteries

(if

applicable)

that

are

approved

Samsung.

Samsung

charging

devices

and

batteries

are

designed

for

your

device

maximize

battery

life.

Using

other

charging

devices

and

batteries

may

void

your

warranty

and

may

cause

damage.

Summary of Contents for SM-T387P

Page 1: ...SI MSUNG GalaxyTabA User manual ...

Page 2: ...storage 1 Getting started 2 Front view 3 Back view 4 Assemble your device 5 Charge the battery 6 Start using your device 6 Use the setup wizard 6 Lock or unlock your device 7 Accounts 8 Transfer data from an old device 9 Navigation 10 Navigation bar 15 SPT_T387P_EN_UM_TN_SH6_102119_FINAL ...

Page 3: ...een 17 Multi window 23 Enter text 24 Apps 28 Using apps 29 Uninstall or disable apps 29 Search for apps 29 Sort apps 29 Create and use folders 30 App settings 30 Samsung apps 32 Galaxy Essentials 32 Galaxy Store 32 Samsung Flow 32 Samsung Notes 33 SmartThings 35 Calculator 36 ...

Page 4: ... iii Calendar 37 Camera 39 Clock 43 Contacts 48 Email 53 Gallery 56 Internet 60 Messages 63 My Files 65 Google apps 67 Chrome 67 Drive 67 Gmail 67 Google 67 Hangouts 67 Maps 68 Photos 68 Play Movies TV 68 Play Music 68 ...

Page 5: ...gs 70 Search for Settings 70 Connections 70 Wi Fi 70 Bluetooth 72 Tablet visibility 73 Airplane mode 73 Mobile networks 74 Data usage 74 Mobile hotspot 75 Tethering 77 Nearby device scanning 77 Connect to a printer 78 Virtual Private Networks 78 Private DNS 79 Ethernet 79 ...

Page 6: ...0 System sounds 81 Dolby Atmos 81 Equalizer 82 Headset audio options 82 Adapt sound 82 Separate app sound 83 Notifications 83 Manage notifications 83 Customize app notifications 84 Smart pop up view 84 Display 84 Screen brightness 84 Blue light filter 85 Night mode 85 Font size and style 85 ...

Page 7: ...6 Double tap to wake 86 Device maintenance 87 Quick optimization 87 Battery 87 Storage 88 Memory 89 Language and input 89 Date and time 92 Troubleshooting 92 Lock screen and security 96 Screen lock types 96 Google Play Protect 97 Find My Mobile 97 Security update 98 Install unknown apps 98 ...

Page 8: ...ate service 99 Device administration 100 Credential storage 100 Advanced security settings 100 Location 101 App permissions 102 Permission usage monitor 102 Send diagnostic data 102 Accounts 103 Add an account 103 Account settings 103 Remove an account 103 Users 104 Samsung Cloud 104 Backup and restore 105 ...

Page 9: ...nhancements 106 Hearing enhancements 107 Interaction and dexterity 108 Advanced settings 109 Installed services 110 Other settings 110 Help 110 About tablet 110 Learn more 111 Videos 111 Smart Simulator 111 Tips 111 Samsung Care 111 Talk to an agent 111 Legal information 112 Samsung Knox 112 ...

Page 10: ...Table of contents ix Restricting children s access to your mobile device 113 ...

Page 11: ...r favorite apps and services to help you get more done See Bixby on page 16 Night mode Use a darker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night See Night mode on page 85 Multi window Multitask by using two applications at the same time See Multi window on page 23 Expandable storage Expand storage with a supported microSD card See Memory card on page 88 ...

Page 12: ...Getting started Front view Back view Assemble your device Start using your device 2 ...

Page 13: ...Getting started 3 Front view USB charger Accessory port Volume keys Power key Front camera Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 14: ...Getting started 4 Back view Speaker Rear camera Microphone SIM microSD card tray Headphone jack Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 15: ...y into the tray with the gold contacts facing down Charge yourdevice Before turning on your device charge it fully Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries if applicable that are approved by Samsung Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life Using...

Page 16: ... us support answer ANS00076952 Start using your device Use the Power key to turn your device on or off Do not use the device if the body is cracked or broken Use the device only after it has been repaired Press and hold the Power key To turn the device off press and hold the Power key and tap Power off Confirm when prompted To restart your device press and hold the Power key and tap Restart Confir...

Page 17: ...device locks automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security on page 96 Power key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then swipe the screen to unlock it Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 18: ...n you sign in to a Google Account Factory Reset Protection FRP is activated FRP requires your Google Account information when resetting to factory settings For more information see Factory reset protection on page 95 Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Accounts 2 Tap Add ...

Page 19: ...ndars and more from your old device Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable Wi Fi or computer Visit samsung com us support owners app smart switch to learn more 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Smart Switch 2 Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer Visit samsung com smartswitch for more information ...

Page 20: ... touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty Tap Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap an item to select it l Double tap an image to zoom in or out ...

Page 21: ...nsfer Tap for other USB options Q Getting started 11 Swipe Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Lightly drag your finger across the screen l Swipe the screen to unlock the device l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options ...

Page 22: ... Samsung Flow Notes 0 D Settings SmartThings Getting started 12 Drag and drop Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place it in a new location ...

Page 23: ...tly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart to zoom in and out l Bring your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in ...

Page 24: ...5 26 27 28 29 4 6 Getting started 14 Touch and hold Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen ...

Page 25: ... Internet My Files Samsung Samsung Flow Notes 0 a Settings SmartThings Getting started 15 Navigation bar The Navigation bar at the bottom of the screen displays the navigation keys Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Recent apps Home Back ...

Page 26: ...avigation buttons using the Quick settings menu Button order Personalize your device by changing where the Recent apps and Back buttons display on the Navigation bar From Settings tap Display Navigation bar and tap an option under Button order Bixby Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns evolves and adapts to you It learns your routines helps you set up reminders based on time and location and i...

Page 27: ...d View all dashboard information shown above Each app can have a timer set to limit usage throughout the day Wind down Enable to turn the screen to grayscale and limit notifications before going to bed Notifications Configure notification settings for each app Customize your home screen The Home screen is the starting point for navigating your device You can place your favorite apps and widgets he...

Page 28: ...t to apply the wallpaper 4 Tap Set as wallpaper and confirm when prompted Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Widgets and then touch and hold a widget drag it to a Home screen and release it Customize Widgets Once you have added a widget you can customize where it s located and how it functions From a Home s...

Page 29: ...on to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen App icon badges Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications You can also choose the badge style Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Quick open notification panel Enable this feature to open th...

Page 30: ...ive Wi Fi active Location active Alarm Notification icons New email Download Upload Wi Fi available App update Configure display options for the Status bar From Quick settings tap More options Status bar for the following options Show notification icons Choose how to display notification icons on the Status bar Show battery percentage Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon ...

Page 31: ...r quick access to notifications settings and more simply open the Notification panel Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only View all Device settings Quick settings Notification cards ...

Page 32: ...gs 3 Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel Quick settings The Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions using Quick settings 1 Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel 2 Drag View all downward Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting Tap Search to s...

Page 33: ...me Apps that support Multi window can be displayed together on a split screen You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Split screen control 1 From any screen tap Recent apps 2 Tap the app icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 Tap an app in the other window to add i...

Page 34: ... I u 0 p Cl J K L N M l I Getting started 24 Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Expand toolbar Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard Tap Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type Tap Show toolbar functions to view all keyboard options ...

Page 35: ... Use Google Voice typing Configure the Samsung keyboard Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard From the Samsung keyboard tap Settings for the following options Languages and types Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard To switch between languages slide the Space bar sideways Smart typing Use predictive text and auto correction features to prevent co...

Page 36: ...e Save B Getting started 26 Use Google Voice typing Instead of typing enter text by speaking Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Open settings Return to keyboard 1 From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap the screen and speak your text ...

Page 37: ...ogle Voice typing 1 From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input 2 Tap Settings for options Languages Choose the language for the keyboard Offline speech recognition Download languages for offline Google Voice typing Hide offensive words Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks ...

Page 38: ...inder search era m Ci 0 m Calculator Calendar Camera Clock Contacts Email CJ Galaxy Store Games Internet My Files Samsung Samsung Flow Notes 0 a Settings SmartThings Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps ...

Page 39: ...able Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature 1 From Apps tap Finder search and enter a word or words As you type matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen 2 Tap a result to go to that app TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options Finder settings Sort apps App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically...

Page 40: ...n You can copy a folder to a Home screen From Apps touch and hold a folder and tap Add to Home Delete a folder When you delete a folder the app shortcuts return to the Apps list 1 From Apps touch and hold a folder to delete 2 Tap Delete folder and confirm when prompted App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps Options vary by app 1 From Settings tap Apps 2 Tap Menu to set which apps t...

Page 41: ...ormation about the app The following options may be displayed Uninstall Disable Uninstall or disable the app Some preloaded apps can only be disabled not uninstalled Force stop Stop an app that is not working correctly Mobile data View mobile data usage Battery View battery usage since the last full charge Storage Manage the app s storage usage Memory View memory usage Notifications Configure noti...

Page 42: ... premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store From Apps tap Samsung folder Galaxy Store Samsung Flow Connect your phone and tablet with Samsung Flow You can then view notifications and reply to messages from your phone on your connected tablet You can also use Mobile hotspot to access the Internet on your tablet through your phone s ...

Page 43: ...es to create notes containing text images with footnotes voice recordings and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more From Apps tap Samsung Notes Create Set text options Add attachment Access tools Assign a category Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for r...

Page 44: ...tes to share delete or move Sort Change the way notes are organized View Switch between Grid List or Simple list Notes menu You can view your notes by category From Samsung Notes tap Menu for the following options All notes View all notes Frequently used Quick access to commonly used notes Shared notebooks View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account Trash View deleted not...

Page 45: ...use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard From Apps tap Samsung folder SmartThings and sign in with your Samsung account NOTE Non Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty contact the non Samsung device manufacturer for support ...

Page 46: ...e 0 Apps 36 Calculator The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter From Apps tap Calculator History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 47: ...7 Calendar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place From Apps tap Calendar Double tap to edit event Create new event Go to today s date Change to other calendar views Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 48: ...ation and follow the prompts TIP Accounts may also support email contacts and other features Create an event Use your Calendar to create events 1 From Calendar tap Add event to add an event 2 Enter details for the event and then tap Save Delete an event Delete events from your Calendar 1 From Calendar tap an event and tap again to edit it 2 Tap Delete and confirm when prompted ...

Page 49: ...high quality pictures and videos using the Camera app From Apps tap Camera Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Shooting modes Gallery Switch cameras Settings Capture Zoom ...

Page 50: ...gs tap Settings 2 Tap Capture Record videos Record high quality videos using your device 1 From Camera swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video 2 Tap Capture to begin recording a video To temporarily stop recording tap Pause To continue recording tap Resume 3 Tap Stop when you are finished recording Change shooting modes The Camera is equipped with a variety of shooting modes to ca...

Page 51: ...irection Continuous shot Touch and hold the Camera button pictures to take continuously Wide selfie Take wide angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures Camera settings Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera s settings From Camera tap Settings for the following options Pictures Rear picture size Choose resolution and aspect ratio for pi...

Page 52: ...ton Add an extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen Tap screen Tap the screen to take selfies Show palm Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds Beauty effects Apply beauty effects to pictures taken in Photo mode with the front camera Storage location Select a memory location A memory card not included must be installed to...

Page 53: ... Jul 31 Alarm World clock Stopwatch Timer Apps 43 Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms From Apps tap Clock and tap a tab to use a feature Create new alarm Turn alarm on or off Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 54: ...e day for this alarm Alarm name Enter a name for the alarm Alarm sound Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm Vibration Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created 1 From Clock touc...

Page 55: ...n and see times around the world City View the current time and add to your list of cities Location Center the globe on your current location Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city Search for city and enter the name of the city 3 Tap the city name in the list and then tap Add To remove a city to...

Page 56: ...r the other cities listed are automatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap More options Weather settings 3 Tap to enable 4 Tap Unit to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap Stopwatch 2 T...

Page 57: ...et the Timer 3 Tap Start to begin the Timer To temporarily stop the Timer tap Pause To continue tap Resume To stop and reset the Timer tap Cancel Timer options You can customize the Timer options From Clock tap Timer and choose an option Add preset timer Save a preset timer with a custom name More options Set timer sound Choose the timer sound or create your own ...

Page 58: ...e and manage your contacts You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features From Apps tap Contacts Create contact Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 59: ...ntact 2 Tap Message Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app Once enabled your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window From Settings tap Advanced features Direct share and tap to enable the feature Favorites When you mark contacts as favorites they are easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Add to Favorites to mark the co...

Page 60: ... enter information about the group Group name Enter a name for the new group Add member Select contacts to add to the new group and then tap Done 3 Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group or remove contacts From Contacts tap Menu Groups and then tap a group To remove a contact touch and hold a contact to select it and then tap Delete To add a contact tap More options Edi...

Page 61: ... email account and follow the prompts Delete a group Delete a group you have created 1 From Contacts tap Menu Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete group To only delete the group tap Group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Group and members Manage contacts You can import or export contacts as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry Import cont...

Page 62: ...1 From Contacts tap the contact to select it 2 Tap More options Link to another contact 3 Tap contacts to choose them 4 Tap Link To unlink contacts 1 From Contacts tap the contact to select it 2 Tap More options Add remove linked contacts 3 Tap Unlink beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1 From Contacts touch and hold a c...

Page 63: ... y u 0 p a a s d g h k z X C V b n m 1 English US I Apps 53 Email View and manage multiple email accounts in one app To add an email account see Add an email account on page 8 From Apps tap Samsung folder Email Send message Add attachment Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 64: ... a recipient from your Contacts tap the contact to place a checkmark and then tap Done The contact is displayed in the recipients field Tap Show additional fields to add Cc and Bcc fields 3 Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text Tap Attach to add files images audio and more to your email Tap More options for additional email options 4 Review your message and tap Send Manage the inbox Org...

Page 65: ...nts may also support calendars contacts and other features Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app From Email tap Settings Under General tap an option and then follow the prompts Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account Remove email accounts Should you need to remove an email account from your device you can do so through the Settings menu 1 Fr...

Page 66: ...You can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery View pictures and videos Sort images into custom albums Customize collections of pictures and videos Share pictures and videos Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 67: ...ture as wallpaper Move to Secure Folder Move the picture to a Secure Folder Print Send the picture to a connected printer Edit pictures Enhance your pictures using the Gallery s editing tools 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a picture to view it and then tap Edit for the following options Transform Rotate flip crop or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture Effects Add color e...

Page 68: ...w and edit information about the video Move to Secure Folder Add this video to your Secure Folder 3 Tap Play video to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a video to view it 3 Tap Edit to cut segments of the video 4 Tap Save and then confirm when prompted Share pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app 1 From Gallery...

Page 69: ...m any screen press and hold the Power and Volume down keys Enable Smart capture When taking a screen shot capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden as well as the area that is visible and crop and share the screenshot immediately 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Smart capture 2 Tap to enable this feature Palm swipe to capture a screenshot Capture an imag...

Page 70: ...secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode and Contents Blocker From Apps tap Samsung folder Internet Navigate Add to Bookmarks Reload webpage Access Bookmarks Access Tabs Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information ...

Page 71: ...rnet tap Bookmarks 2 Tap a bookmark entry Save a web page Saving a web page stores its content on your device so that you can access it offline From Internet tap Add page to Saved pages NOTE To view saved web pages tap Saved pages View history To view a list of recently visited web pages From Internet tap History TIP To clear your browsing history tap More options Clear history Share pages Web pag...

Page 72: ...shade than the normal tab windows Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab 1 From Internet tap Tabs Turn on Secret mode 2 Tap Set password to protect your Secret mode data with a password To turn off Secret mode From Internet tap Tabs Turn off Secret mode Internet settings Modify settings associated with using the Internet app From Internet tap Settings ...

Page 73: ... K L B N M 1 English US I I Q Apps 63 Messages Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos send emojis or just say a quick hello From Apps tap Messages Compose Add attachment Send message Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only Message search To quickly locate a message use the search feature 1 From Messages ...

Page 74: ...onfirm when prompted Emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message 1 From Messages tap More options Settings 2 Tap Emergency alert settings to customize notifications for emergency alerts Message settings Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages From Messages tap More options Settings...

Page 75: ...mg up spa in you1 1 torage Gi1MIM i H Select an item from the 11st on 1he left Select an Item to see more information here Apps 65 My Files View and manage files stored on your device including images videos music and sound clips From Apps tap Samsung folder My Files Storage Search Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 76: ...tional SD card and cloud accounts Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to Storage analysis See what s taking up space in your storage My Files options Use My Files options to search edit clear file history and more From My Files the following options are available Search Search for a file or folder More options Storage analysis See what s taking up space in your storage Settings...

Page 77: ...le Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Gmail Send and receive email with Google s web based email service Visit support google com mail to learn more Google Find online content with tools that learn what interests you Turn on your personalized feed to receive customized content Visit support google com websearch to learn more Hangouts Meet friends and family online sha...

Page 78: ...m photos to learn more Play Movies TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play You can also view videos saved on your device Visit play google com store movies to learn more Play Music Play music and audio files on your device Visit support google com music to learn more Play Store Find new apps movies and TV shows music books magazines and games in the Google Play store Visit support ...

Page 79: ...filter Home screen Wallpaper Wallpaper Lock screen Screen lock type Clock style Security Find My Mobile Secure Folder Privacy Accounts and backup Samsung Cloud Smar1 Switch Google Google settmgs Advanced features Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Accounts Accessibility Other settings 69 ...

Page 80: ...ks and other devices Wi Fi You can connect your device to a Wi Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi and scan for available networks 2 Tap a network and enter a password if required Manually connect to a Wi Fi network If the Wi Fi network you want is not listed after a scan you can still connect to it by...

Page 81: ...h to mobile data When enabled your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi Fi connection is unstable When the Wi Fi signal is strong it switches back to Wi Fi Turn on Wi Fi automatically Turn on Wi Fi in frequently used locations Network notification Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected Manage networks View saved Wi Fi networks and configure whether to auto reco...

Page 82: ...ice to other Bluetooth enabled devices like Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth enabled vehicle infotainment system Once a pairing is created the devices remember each other and can exchange information without having to enter the passkey again 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap to turn on Bluetooth 2 Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect TIP When sharing a file tap Bl...

Page 83: ...d for the following options Tablet name Change the name of your device for Bluetooth connections Received files View a list of files received using Bluetooth Media volume sync Sync the volume level set on the connected Bluetooth devices to your device Bluetooth control history View apps that have used Bluetooth recently Tablet visibility Turn on visibility to allow other Bluetooth devices to find ...

Page 84: ... Network operators Choose available and preferred networks TIP Use these features to help manage connection settings that may affect your monthly bill Data usage Check your current mobile and Wi Fi data usage You can also customize warnings and limits From Settings tap Connections Data usage Turn on Data saver Use Data saver to reduce your data consumption by preventing selected apps from sending ...

Page 85: ...e the monthly date to align with your carrier s billing date TIP Use these features to keep an eye on your estimated data usage Monitor Wi Fi data You can restrict Wi Fi data access by customizing usage limits and networks 1 From Settings tap Connections Data usage 2 Tap Wi Fi data usage to view data usage over Wi Fi connections over a period of time You can view total usage as well as usage by ap...

Page 86: ...n tap Add to enter the other device s Device name and MAC address 3 Tap Add to add the device To restrict connections to your Allowed devices list tap Allowed devices only Configure mobile hotspot settings You can customize your mobile hotspot s security and connection settings 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap More options Configure mobile hotspot f...

Page 87: ...spot 2 Tap More options Wi Fi sharing to turn on this feature Tethering You can use tethering to share your device s Internet connection with another device 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering 2 Tap an option Tap Bluetooth tethering to share your device s Internet connection using Bluetooth Connect the computer to the device using a USB cable and then tap USB tethering Nea...

Page 88: ...PN administrator and you need to set a secure screen lock on your device 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap More options Add VPN profile 3 Enter the VPN network information provided by your network administrator and tap Save Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap Se...

Page 89: ...onnection settings Ethernet and follow the prompts Sounds and vibration You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications screen touches and other interactions Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound mode and then choose a mode Sound Use the sounds vibrations and volume levels you have...

Page 90: ...eview and select it TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using the Apps settings menu Volume Set the volume level for notifications and other audio From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume and drag the sliders TIP You can also use the Volume key to adjust the volume Slide the volume controls to customize all volume options Use Volume keys for media Set the...

Page 91: ...the screen and charging the device From Settings tap Sounds and vibration System sounds for the following options Touch sound Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections Screen lock sound Play a sound when you unlock the screen Charging sound Play a sound when a charger is connected Keyboard sound Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos q...

Page 92: ... a headset connected From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Advanced sound settings Sound quality and effects and tap an option to turn it on Tube Amp Pro Simulates the soft timbre of a tube amplifier Concert hall Simulates the reverb of a concert hall Adapt sound Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Advanced sound settings...

Page 93: ...layed on Notifications You can prioritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send notifications and how notifications alert you Manage notifications You can configure notifications from apps and services From Settings tap Notifications App icon badges Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the ...

Page 94: ... view Receive notifications as icons that can be tapped and expanded in pop up view From Settings tap Advanced features Smart pop up view and tap to enable Display You can configure the screen brightness timeout delay font size and many other display settings Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preference 1 From Settings tap Display 2 Customi...

Page 95: ...r Custom schedule Night mode Night mode allows you to switch to a darker theme to keep your eyes more comfortable at night From Settings tap Display Night mode for the following options Turn on now Put your device in Night mode Turn on as scheduled Configure Night mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule Font size and style You can change the font size and style to customize your devic...

Page 96: ...he feature and configure the following options Colors Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors Photo table Display pictures in a photo table Photo frame Display pictures in a photo frame Photos Display pictures from your Google Photos account 3 Tap Preview for a demonstration of the selected Screen saver TIP Tap Settings next to a feature for additional options Reduce animations Dec...

Page 97: ...m memory Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background Scanning for malware To use the quick optimization feature From Settings tap Device care Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for your various device activities From Settings tap Device care Battery for options Battery usage View power usage by app and service Power mode Select a power mode to extend batt...

Page 98: ... When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from the device you need to mount it before it can be accessed 1 From Settings tap Device care Storage 2 Tap More options Storage settings 3 Under Portable storage tap your SD card and then tap Mount Remove a memory card To preve...

Page 99: ...nd available memory are shown 2 To free up as much memory as possible tap Clean now and follow the prompts The selected apps and services in the list will be closed Language and input Configure your device s language and input settings Change the device language You can add languages to your list and organize them according to preference If an app does not support your default language then it wil...

Page 100: ... Google Voice typing to customize settings Manage on screen keyboards Enable or disable on screen keyboards 1 From Settings tap General management Language and input 2 Tap On screen keyboard Manage keyboards 3 Tap each keyboard to enable or disable Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device sold separately 1 From Settings tap General management ...

Page 101: ...essibility features such as Voice Assistant From Settings tap General management Language and input Text to speech for options Preferred engine Choose either the Samsung or Google Text to speech engine Tap Settings for options Language Set the default speech language Speech rate Set the speed at which the text is spoken Pitch Set the pitch of the speech Play Tap to play a short demonstration of sp...

Page 102: ...en Automatic date and time is disabled the following options are available Select time zone Choose a new time zone Set date Enter the current date Set time Enter the current time Use 24 hour format Set the format for displaying time Troubleshooting You can also check for software updates and if necessary reset services on your device System updates Check for and install available software updates ...

Page 103: ...Personal data is not affected 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset settings 2 Tap Reset settings and confirm when prompted Reset network settings You can reset Wi Fi mobile data and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings 1 From Settings tap General management Reset Reset network settings 2 Tap Reset settings and confirm when prompted Reset accessibility settings You can reset...

Page 104: ...ll as your music photos videos and other files Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected When you sign in to a Google Account on your device Factory Reset Protection is activated This protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen If you reset your device to factory default settings with the Factory Reset Protection FRP feature activated you must enter the user name and passwo...

Page 105: ...set is performed only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the device You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have your Google Account username and password CAUTION Before sending your device to Samsung or taking it to a Samsung authorized service center remove your Google Account and then perform a factory data reset For more in...

Page 106: ...play notification details or hide them and show only an icon Hide content Do not show notifications in the notification panel 3 Tap Done when finished 4 Configure the following screen lock options Smart Lock Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected A secure screen lock is required for this feature Secure lock settings Customize your secure lock se...

Page 107: ...llowing your device to be locked tracked online and for your data to be deleted remotely A Samsung account is required and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My Mobile For more information visit samsung com us support owners app find my mobile Turn on Find My Mobile Before you can use the Find My Mobile feature you must turn it on and customize the options To access you...

Page 108: ...pp or source and then tap Allow from this source TIP Installing unknown third party apps could make your device and personal data more vulnerable to security risks Secure Folder You can create a secure folder on your device to protect private content and apps from anyone who may be using your device You must sign in to your Samsung account to set up and use Secure folder From Settings tap Security...

Page 109: ...an decrypt an optional memory card not included if it was encrypted by this device You may want to decrypt the memory card if you plan to use it with another device or before performing a Factory data reset 1 From Settings tap Security Decrypt SD card 2 Tap Decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to decrypt all data on your memory card View passwords You can have characters displayed briefly in pas...

Page 110: ...lay certificates in your device s ROM and other certificates you have installed User certificates View user certificates that identify your device Install from device storage Install a new certificate from storage Clear credentials Erase credential contents from the device and reset the password Advanced security settings You can use these options to configure advanced security settings to better ...

Page 111: ...utomatically through Bluetooth even when Bluetooth is turned off TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality Recent location requests View a list of apps that have requested your location 1 From Settings tap Security Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services 3 Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app s settings Location services Location service...

Page 112: ...pp to select which permissions you want to be notified about Permission usage monitor Apps might use permissions of your device when they are running in the background not just when you are using the app You can set your device to notify you when this happens 1 From Settings tap Security Permission usage monitor 2 Tap next to the apps you want to be notified about Send diagnostic data Send diagnos...

Page 113: ...s and set up the account l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts Account settings Each account has its own custom settings You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type Account settings and available features vary between account types 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Accounts 2 Tap an account to configure that account s sync settings 3 Tap ot...

Page 114: ...to the user profile 2 Tap Delete and then confirm when prompted NOTE Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles Deleting a user s profile removes the user account from the device entirely This includes the user s Google Account Samsung account and any other local accounts associated with the user Samsung Cloud You can keep your data safe by backing up and restoring your device You ca...

Page 115: ...re for options Back up my data Enable back up of application data Wi Fi passwords and other settings to Google servers Backup account Select a Google Account to be used as your backup account Automatic restore Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers External storage transfer You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device or restore backup data using Smart Swit...

Page 116: ... Voice assistant Settings Configure Voice assistant to better assist you Visibility enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with visual aspects of your device Colors and clarity You can adjust the colors and contrast of text and other screen elements for easier viewing From Settings tap Accessibility Visibility enhancements and tap an option High contrast fonts Adjust the c...

Page 117: ...ch as triple tapping double pinching and dragging two fingers across the screen Large mouse touchpad pointer Use a large pointer for a connected mouse or touchpad accessories not included Font size and style Configure screen fonts Screen zoom Configure the screen zoom level Hearing enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device Sounds You can adju...

Page 118: ...lternate input You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Universal switch Control your device with your customized switches Assistant menu Improve device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity Click after pointer stops Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops over it Int...

Page 119: ...loaded from the Google Play store Direct access From Settings tap Accessibility Advanced settings and tap an option Power and Volume up keys Configure selected Accessibility settings to open by quickly pressing the Power and Volume up keys at the same time Volume up and down keys Configure selected services to turn on when you press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds Not...

Page 120: ...features on your device that make it easier to use Help View the user manual on your device From Settings tap Help About tablet View information about your device including current status legal information hardware and software versions and more 1 From Settings tap About tablet and then view your model number serial number and IMEI information 2 Tap additional items to view more information about ...

Page 121: ...amsung com us support videos Smart Simulator samsungsimulator com Tips samsung com us support tips Samsung Care samsung com us support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter ...

Page 122: ...available online Tablet English samsung com us Legal Tablet HSGuide Spanish samsung com us Legal Tablet HSGuide SP This information can also be found on the device in the About device or About phone or About tablet section for example Settings About phone or About device or About tablet Legal information Samsung legal Or search Legal If your device required Federal Communications Commission FCC ap...

Page 123: ... services or content not approved by the parent Routinely check this device to ensure it is working properly and is safe for children to use Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Internet samsung com 2019 Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung Samsung Galaxy Multi Window and Smart Switch are all trademarks of Samsu...

Page 124: ...ilable capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device Please check with your service provider to verify qualifying services features ...

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