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Settings

Introduction

Customise device settings.
Launch the Settings 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.

Summary of Contents for SM-T577

Page 1: ...www samsung com USER MANUAL English 02 2023 Rev 2 0 SM T570 SM T575 SM T577 ...

Page 2: ...talling apps 33 Phone 36 Contacts 38 Messages 40 Internet 41 Multi window 44 Bixby 46 BixbyVision 47 Samsung Kids 48 Samsung Members 48 Samsung Global Goals 48 Galaxy Shop 49 Calendar 50 Reminder 51 My Files 51 Clock 51 Calculator 52 SmartThings 52 SmartView 53 Music Share 55 Samsung Flow 56 Daily Board 58 Samsung DeX 63 Google apps 64 S Pen 75 Samsung Notes 79 PENUP 80 Camera 90 Gallery 94 AR Zon...

Page 3: ... situations and solutions Appendix 152 Troubleshooting 103 Connections 104 Wi Fi 106 Bluetooth 107 NFC and contactless payments 108 Data saver Mobile network enabled models 109 Mobile data only apps Mobile network enabled models 109 Mobile Hotspot Mobile network enabled models 110 More connection settings 111 Connected devices 112 Modes and Routines 112 Using modes 112 Using routines 113 Sounds an...

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

Page 5: ...tipurpose jack USBType C Side key Active key Front camera Proximity Light sensor Speaker SM T575 Touchscreen Keyboard dock port SM T575 SM T577 SIM card microSD card tray SM T570 microSD card tray Rear camera Main antenna SM T575 SM T577 Flash Back cover Microphone GPS antenna Earphone jack Microphone Speaker NFC antenna ...

Page 6: ...ork If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device If you cover the device s antenna area with y...

Page 7: ...by for more information Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set Side key Volume Down key Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device Active key Press or press and hold to launch preset apps Recents key Press to open the list of recent apps Home key Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked Press to return...

Page 8: ...igned for your device Incompatible battery charger and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device Any damage caused by 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 Th...

Page 9: ...over Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively Doing so may damage the cover 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold coloured contacts properly aligned with the device s contacts ...

Page 10: ...ed tightly to prevent water and dust from entering the device Open or loose back cover may allow water and dust to enter the device and cause damage Use only Samsung approved back covers and accessories with the device Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery ...

Page 11: ...evice Do not remove the battery before removing the charger This may damage the device Quick charging Launch the Settings app tap Battery and device care Battery More battery settings and then activate the feature you want Fast charging To use the fast charging feature use a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen ...

Page 12: ...ction to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the charger such as a computer may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current The device can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the device rec...

Page 13: ...contacts facing downwards and gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it 3 Insert the tray back into the tray slot Use only a nano SIM card Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray the SIM card may leave or fall out of the...

Page 14: ...ur device depending on the SD card manufacturer and type To check out your device s maximum SD card capacity refer to the Samsung website SM T575 SM T577 2 1 4 3 SM T570 2 1 4 3 1 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot 2 Place an SD card on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards and gently press the SD card into the tray to secure it ...

Page 15: ... a different file system the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognise the card To use the SD card you must format it If your device cannot format or recognise the SD card contact the SD card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of SD cards When inserting an SD card into the device the SD card s file directory appears ...

Page 16: ... to view the SD card page 3 Tap Format Before formatting the SD card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the SD card The manufacturer s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions Protective case Installing the protective case Insert the upper part of the device into the case and then press the edges of the bottom part one by one using both hands to ...

Page 17: ...t push the edges of the upper part one by one using both hands until the device protrudes from the case and remove the device from it 2 1 3 Installing the S Pen Insert the S Pen into the top of the protective case Do not insert the S Pen backwards into the protective case ...

Page 18: ...ipe downwards and then tap 2 Tap Power off To restart the device tap Restart You can set the device to turn off when you press and hold the Side key Launch the Settings app tap Advanced features Side key and then tap Power off menu under Press and hold Forcing restart If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Side key and theVolume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...ipe upwards to open the Apps screen To return to the Home screen swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen Alternatively press the Home key or the Back key Home screen Apps screen Finder Favourite 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 butt...

Page 23: ...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 24: ... 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 25: ...anel handle towards the centre of the screen If the Edge panel handle is not visible launch the Settings app tap Display and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it Edge panel handle Edge panel Edge panel settings 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 th...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...ator 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 fo...

Page 28: ... 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 29: ... keyboard functions Text entry is not supported in some languages To enter text you must change the input language to one of the 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 To change the keyboard type ta...

Page 30: ...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 31: ... 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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ... 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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...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 41: ...also 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 Press the Recents key 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 42: ...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 43: ...pop up window the window will be minimised and displayed as an app icon To use the pop up window again tap the app icon Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre 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 44: ...ile 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 key...

Page 45: ...cognised 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 46: ...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 47: ...the 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 histo...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...p icon will be added to the Apps screen Creating reminders 1 Launch the Reminder app 2 Tap enter the details and then tap Save Completing reminders On the reminders list tap or select a reminder and tap Complete Restoring reminders Restore reminders that have been completed 1 On the reminders list tap Completed 2 Select a category and tap 3 Select a reminder to restore and tap Restore Reminders wi...

Page 51: ...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 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: ...lide 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 y...

Page 57: ...ck 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 charger Set the device to launch Daily Boa...

Page 58: ... simultaneously use your tablet Connecting devices and starting Samsung DeX Wired connection to external displays You can connect your tablet to an external display using an HDMI adaptor USBType C to HDMI Use only official Samsung DeX supported accessories that are provided by Samsung Performance problems and malfunctions caused by using accessories that are not officially supported are not covere...

Page 59: ...HDMI adaptor USBType C to HDMI HDMI cable Connecting to aTV wirelessly You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your tablet to aTV wirelessly 1 On your tablet open the notification panel swipe downwards and then tap and hold DeX 2 Select aTV from the detected devices list and tap Start now SomeTVs will only be detected when its screen mirroring mode is turned on ...

Page 60: ...roring is supported on theTV you want to connect to Controlling the Samsung DeX screen Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse You can use a wireless keyboard mouse Refer to the respective device s manual for more information You can set the mouse pointer to flow from the external display to the tablet s screen Launch the Settings app select Samsung DeX Mouse and trackpad and then select t...

Page 61: ...a touchpad If you double tap on the touchpad you can view the gestures you can use with the touchpad If your tablet s screen turns off press the Side key or double tap the screen to turn on the screen Using the screen keyboard When you enter text to send messages create notes or perform other tasks a screen keyboard will appear automatically on your tablet s screen without connecting an external k...

Page 62: ...ng Samsung DeX To adjust the screen settings use the connectedTV or monitor s display settings Using the external display and tablet simultaneously While using Samsung DeX you can use separate apps on the external display and your tablet simultaneously For example while watching a video on the connectedTV or monitor you can chat with your friend on a messenger On the connectedTV or monitor launch ...

Page 63: ... Find your location on the map search the world map and view location information for various 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 programmes from Play Store Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and ...

Page 64: ...may be deformed If there is a magnet near the device some S Pen actions such as tapping the touchscreen may not work If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen the device may not recognise the S Pen actions If the S Pen is not working properly take it to a Samsung Service Centre 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...

Page 65: ...he screen and tap the Air command icon with the S Pen Select a function or app on the Air command panel S Pen settings Create note Create notes easily in a pop up window You can also launch this feature by double tapping the screen while pressing and holding the S Pen button Refer to Samsung Notes for more information View all notes View all notes in the Samsung Notes app Smart select Use the S Pe...

Page 66: ...on for more information Glance Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view Refer to Glance for more information Colouring Add colours to images provided by PENUP using 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 app...

Page 67: ...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 68: ... 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 69: ...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 70: ...le 1 When you want to send an animated message open the Air command panel and tap Live messages 2 Customise 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 71: ...n You can change the text between words and sentences by tapping or 3 Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate or the unit you want to convert The translated text will appear To 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...

Page 72: ...t When the available options appear on the screen select an option you want Glance Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view For 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...

Page 73: ...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 74: ... 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 colour If this feature is not activated launch the Settings app tap Advance...

Page 75: ...omposing the note press the Back key 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 Selec...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...r 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 78: ...e the easy writing pad to enter your handwriting more easily On the note composer screen tap The input field will be magnified and appear as the easy writing pad Easy writing pad Automatically fixing shapes Tap and draw a shape The shape will be fixed ...

Page 79: ...d on the screen along with the recording Adding memos to PDF files Launch the Samsung Notes app tap and then select a PDF file You can add memos to the PDF file Pinning a note to the Home screen Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it 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 soc...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...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 82: ...ter 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 record a video To take burst shots swipe the camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it If you add another camera button you can move it anywhere on the screen and take pictures more conveniently On the preview screen tap Shooting methods and ta...

Page 83: ...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 Shot suggestions The camera suggests the ideal composition for the picture by recognising the position and angle of your subject On the preview screen tap and tap the Sho...

Page 84: ...en swipe upwards or downwards or tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 Face the front camera lens 3 Tap to take a picture Applying filter and beauty effects You can select a filter effect and modify facial features such as your skin tone or face shape before taking a picture 1 On the preview screen tap 2 Select effects and take a picture ...

Page 85: ...eo while recording tap 2 Tap to stop recording the video Portrait 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 ba...

Page 86: ...ue 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 s...

Page 87: ... of indistinct backgrounds such as an empty sky or a plain wall Food mode Take pictures of food with more vibrant colours 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE FOOD 2 Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight The area outside the circular frame will be blurred To resize the circular frame drag a corner of the frame 3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour ...

Page 88: ... adjust the colour settings and apply the optimised effect automatically depending on the subject or scene Shot suggestions Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by recognising the position and angle of your subject Scan QR codes Set the device to scan QR codes from the preview screen Pictures Swipe Shutter button to Select an action to perform when you swipe the camera b...

Page 89: ...e in locations where the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your pictures when you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the location tag setting Shooting methods Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or recording a video Settings to keep Keep the last settings you used such...

Page 90: ... 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 91: ... 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 favourites 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 92: ...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 93: ...llery 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 the Gallery app...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...cognises 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 96: ...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 97: ...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 98: ...eatures Motions and gestures and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it After capturing a screenshot use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page such as a webpage When you tap the screen will automatically scroll down and more content will be captured Write or draw on the screenshot o...

Page 99: ...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 To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself tap 3 When you are finished recording the video tap You can view the video in Gallery To change the screen recorder settings launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder ...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...ownload the Smart Switch computer version app from www samsung com smartswitch Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download Smart Switch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device s ma...

Page 102: ...gs 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 103: ...fer to NFC and contactless payments for more information Flight mode Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device You can use only non network services Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel In cases where it is allowed to use the device always use it in flight mode Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings Data usa...

Page 104: ... 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 ne...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...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 107: ...vice allows you to read near field communication NFC tags that contain information about products You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps The device contains a built in NFC antenna Handle the device carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna Reading information from NFC tags Use the NFC feature to read product...

Page 108: ...ailable payment apps If you update the payment app or install a new one the payment services that you used before may not work properly If that is the case on the Settings screen tap Connections NFC and contactless payments Contactless payments Payment or Others and then select another app instead of the updated or newly installed app Or deselect the selected app Data saver Mobile network enabled ...

Page 109: ... your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device s mobile data connection with other devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections Mobile Hotspot andTethering Mobile Hotspot 2 Tap the switch to activate it The icon appears on the status bar You can change the level of security and the password by tapping Configure 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from theWi ...

Page 110: ...nfigure network settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device to a printer viaWi Fi orWi Fi Direct and print images or documents Some printers may not be compatible with the device Adding printer plug ins Add printer plug ins for printers you want to connect the device to 1 On the Settings screen tap Connections More connection setting...

Page 111: ...r and sign in to the same Samsung account on the tablet and smartphone Some calling and messaging features may not be available Continue apps on other devices Use your device s apps on other devices signed in to your Samsung account Samsung DeX Set the device to use like a computer Refer to Samsung DeX for more information SmartView Change the settings for the SmartView feature SmartView is the fe...

Page 112: ...nditions 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 routine ...

Page 113: ...ncoming calls Temporary mute Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period Ringtone Change the call ringtone Notification sound Change the notification sound System sound Change the sound to use for certain actions such as charging the device Volume Adjust the device s volume level Call vibration Change the call vibration settings Notification vibration Change the notification vibration s...

Page 114: ... 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 115: ... 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 116: ...tap Wallpaper and style Home screen Configure settings for the Home screen such as the screen layout On the Settings screen tap Home screen Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Screen lock type Change the screen lock method Smart Lock Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected Refer to Smart Lock fo...

Page 117: ...el The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected Smart Lock You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices are detected For example if you have set your home as a trusted location when you get home your device will detect the location and automatically unlock itself On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Smart Lock and fo...

Page 118: ...vacy Biometrics Change the settings for biometric data Refer to Face recognition and Fingerprint recognition for more information Samsung Pass Verify your identity easily and securely via your biometric data Refer to Samsung Pass for more information Secure Folder Create a secure folder to protect your private content and apps from others Refer to Secure Folder for more information SecureWi Fi Set...

Page 119: ...ich 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 precautions in mind Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image Face recognition is less secure than Pattern PIN or Password For better face recognition Consider the following when using ...

Page 120: ...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 recognised you can unlock the screen without using a...

Page 121: ...ng the pattern PIN or password you set when registering the fingerprint and then re register your fingerprints If your pattern PIN or password is forgotten you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None which are not secure all of your ...

Page 122: ... sensor with your finger In dry environments static electricity can build up in the device Avoid using this feature in dry environments or before using the feature discharge static electricity by touching a metal object Registering fingerprints 1 On the Settings screen tap Security and privacy Biometrics Fingerprints 2 Read the on screen instructions and tap Continue 3 Set a screen lock method 4 P...

Page 123: ...privacy Biometrics Fingerprints 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Select a fingerprint to delete and tap Remove Samsung Pass Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and easily verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information The website sign in feature is only available for websites that you access via the Internet app Some webs...

Page 124: ... When a pop up window asking whether you want to save the sign in information appears tick Sign in with Samsung Pass and tap Remember Using Samsung Pass to sign in to apps You can use Samsung Pass to easily sign in to apps that support ID and password autofill 1 On the sign in page of the app enter your ID and password and then tap the app s sign in button 2 When a pop up window asking whether you...

Page 125: ...formation automatically You can use Samsung Pass to easily enter your personal information such as your address or payment card information on apps that support autofill 1 On the Samsung Pass main screen select an option under Private info 2 Enter the information and tap Save You can now use the biometric data you registered to Samsung Pass when entering the personal information automatically on s...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...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 128: ... 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 ...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...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 131: ...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 132: ...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 customise 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 133: ... 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 134: ...ounts 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 features of the device S Pen Change ...

Page 135: ...ctivate the motion feature and configure settings On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Double tap to turn on screen Set the device to turn on the screen by double tapping anywhere on the screen while the screen is turned off Double tap to turn off screen Set the device to turn off the screen by double tapping an empty area on the Home screen or the locked screen Keep s...

Page 136: ... be installed The second app s icon will be displayed with Second app The Dual Messenger feature may not be available depending on the app Some features of the app may be limited for the second app Uninstalling a second app 1 On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Dual Messenger 2 Tap the switch of the app you want to uninstall and tap Uninstall All data related to the second app will be del...

Page 137: ... and you cannot use it Driving monitor Activate the driving monitor to monitor the amount of the time you use your device while driving Parental controls Manage your children s digital use Battery and device care Introduction The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device s battery storage memory and system security You can also automatically optimise the device with a t...

Page 138: ...and available storage On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Storage To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use anymore select a category Then tap and hold or select an item and tap Delete or Uninstall The actual available capacity of the internal storage is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the storage The availabl...

Page 139: ...tware update Diagnostics Test your device using Samsung Members On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Diagnostics Select an item to test or tap Test all to test all items Maintenance mode Activate maintenance mode to protect your privacy while someone else is using your device such as when you send it for repairs On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Maintenance mode Turn...

Page 140: ...e battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device the time and date is reset Samsung Keyboard settings Change the settings for the Samsung keyboard Keyboard list and default Select a keyboard to use by default and change the keyboard settings Physical keyboard Change the settings for an external keyboard Mouse and trackpad Change the settings for an external mouse or trackpad Passwords...

Page 141: ...essibility features you are currently using and see other recommended features TalkBack ActivateTalkBack which provides voice feedback To view help information to learn how to use this feature tap Settings Tutorial and help Spoken assistance Use the voice assistant features Visibility enhancements Customise the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users Hearing enhancements Cust...

Page 142: ...ment Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal information For security updates for your model visit security 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 Vie...

Page 143: ...143 Usage notices ...

Page 144: ...tem 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 uplo...

Page 145: ...nd then tap the Adaptive brightness switch to activate it The use of mobile devices on aeroplanes or ships may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions Check with the appropriate authorities and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device Depending on the region you can view the regulatory information on the device To view the information launc...

Page 146: ...ce If you want to remove the case attached to the device it is recommended to detach it from the top corners Whether a case is supplied may vary by region or service provider 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 performan...

Page 147: ...e device s covers when the device is in water or in very humid places such as swimming pools or bathrooms Do not open the back cover using wet hands or when the device is wet The rubber seal fitted to the back cover is an important component of the device Take care when opening and closing the back cover to avoid damaging the rubber seal Also ensure that the rubber seal is free from debris such as...

Page 148: ...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 149: ...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 150: ...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 152: ...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 error messages When you are in areas with weak signals or poor recep...

Page 153: ...utions If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service Centre Restarting the device If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again 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 154: ...ovider 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 If the battery terminals are dirty the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off Wipe ...

Page 155: ...a files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device try the following Free some storage by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management DRM protected If the file is DRM protected ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file Ensure that the f...

Page 156: ... lose registered information when performing the reset If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Centre The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the notification panel Open the 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 157: ...stored in the device A small gap appears around the outside of the device case This gap is a necessary 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 ...

Page 158: ...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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