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Page 1: ...User manual...

Page 2: ...ty Taskbar Multi window Edge panels Enter text Customize your home screen App icons Wallpaper Widgets Home screen settings Status bar Notification panel Quick settings Camera and Gallery Camera Naviga...

Page 3: ...devices Customization Display Notifications Sounds and vibration Security Lock screen and security Face recognition Accounts Add an account Account settings Remove an account Users Backup and restore...

Page 4: ...Getting started Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Set up your device Start using your device 4...

Page 5: ...ront camera Headset jack Volume keys USB charger Accessory port Rear camera Side key Speaker Microphone Getting started 5 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here ar...

Page 6: ...Contact your service provider for more details Charge your device Before turning on your device charge it fully Install SIM microSD cards Place the SIM card and optional microSD card sold separately i...

Page 7: ...the device to cool down For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00076952 Start using your device Turn on your device Use the Setup Wizard Bring data from an old device Lock or unl...

Page 8: ...rn about your device s features and more Bring data from an old device Download Smart Switch to transfer contacts photos music videos messages notes calendars and more from your old device Smart Switc...

Page 9: ...automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security Side key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then swipe the screen to unlock it G...

Page 10: ...n Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage apps installed from your account and make full use of your device s Android features When you sign in to a Goo...

Page 11: ...Add an Outlook account Sign in to your Outlook account to view and manage email messages 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts 2 Tap Add account Outlook 11 Getting started...

Page 12: ...ject on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap an item to select it l Double ta...

Page 13: ...ugh the Home screens or menu options Drag and drop 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 loca...

Page 14: ...n l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out Touch and hold 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...

Page 15: ...navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Getting started 15 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here...

Page 16: ...lay lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located Switch apps when hint hidden When gesture hint is disabled you can still switch between apps using the gesture when this opti...

Page 17: ...wing menus for available wallpapers Tap the Lock screen and Home screen images to edit them Change wallpapers Choose from a variety wallpaper options or download more from Galaxy Themes Color palette...

Page 18: ...all apps are located Home screen grid Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Home screen Apps screen grid Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Apps screen Ad...

Page 19: ...n also choose the badge style Swipe down for notification panel Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen About Home screen View version informatio...

Page 20: ...cons Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm Notification icons New email Download Upload App update Configure display options for the Status bar TIP Fr...

Page 21: ...ds View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen 1 Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel To open an item tap it To clear a single notification...

Page 22: ...wn to display the Notification panel 2 Swipe down again from the top of the screen to display Quick settings Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open t...

Page 23: ...notifications you receive and how often you check your device You can also set your device to help you wind down before going to bed From Settings tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the f...

Page 24: ...hats beards or heavy make up When registering your face ensure that you are in a well lit area and the camera lens is clean 1 From Settings tap Security and privacy Biometrics Face recognition 2 Foll...

Page 25: ...ttings tap Security and privacy Biometrics for the following Show unlock transition effect Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device About unlocking with biometrics Learn...

Page 26: ...p pairs quickly Apps list Shortcuts Recent apps 1 From Settings tap Display Taskbar 2 Tap to enable this feature Show recent apps Tap to show recently opened apps on the Taskbar Getting started 26 Dev...

Page 27: ...size of their windows 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 it to the split screen v...

Page 28: ...rag the middle of the window border to resize the windows 2 Tap the middle of the window border for the following options Switch window Swap the two windows Add app pair to Create and add an app pair...

Page 29: ...ble this feature Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels Apps panel You can add apps to the Apps panel 1 From any screen drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen...

Page 30: ...lumns on the right To change the order of the apps on the panel drag each app to the desired location To remove an app tap Remove 3 Tap Back to save changes Configure Edge panels You can customize the...

Page 31: ...nt the handle position from being moved when touched and held Style Choose a color for the Edge handle Transparency Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle Size Drag the slider t...

Page 32: ...Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Getting started 32 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only...

Page 33: ...eyboard Change the keyboard to a split version that is separated Floating keyboard Change the keyboard to a floating version that can be moved anywhere on the screen Search Locate specific words or ph...

Page 34: ...t you type with predictive text recommendations Suggest text corrections Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections Text shortcuts Create shortcuts for frequently used phrases More typi...

Page 35: ...to clipboard Enable saving screenshots to the keyboard clipboard Select third party content to use Enable third party keyboard features Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings a...

Page 36: ...of typing enter text by speaking From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input and speak your text Return to keyboard Getting started 36 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you...

Page 37: ...quality pictures and videos using the Camera app Images and videos are stored in the Gallery where you can view and edit them Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode Record videos Ca...

Page 38: ...era app From Apps tap Camera TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app Shooting modes Gallery Switch cameras Capture Zoom Settings Camera and Gallery 38 Devices and software are cons...

Page 39: ...ngs 2 Tap Capture Configure shooting mode Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes From Camera swipe the screen right and left to change sho...

Page 40: ...To continue recording tap Resume 3 Tap Stop when you are finished recording Camera settings Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera s settings From Camer...

Page 41: ...ure taken in a few seconds Settings to keep Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting mode selfie angle and filters as the last time Storage location Choose a location to store pictures a...

Page 42: ...can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Customize collections of pictures and videos View pictures and videos Sort images into custom albums Camera and Gallery 42 Devices an...

Page 43: ...end 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...

Page 44: ...ormation about the video Set as wallpaper Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen 3 Tap to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a video t...

Page 45: ...ping in contact with the screen 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Palm swipe to capture 2 Tap to enable this feature Screenshot settings Modify screenshot settings From Settin...

Page 46: ...Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 46...

Page 47: ...apps are turned off and hidden from the Apps list From Apps touch and hold an app and tap Uninstall Disable Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search...

Page 48: ...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 Game...

Page 49: ...or downloaded over the air to your device during setup Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store Options may vary by service provider Galaxy Store Game Launcher Samsung Flow S...

Page 50: ...ng com us support owners app samsung flow Samsung Free Access live TV shows news and articles from numerous sources and interactive games entirely free of charge Samsung Members Get more and do more f...

Page 51: ...asic and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Apps 51 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illus...

Page 52: ...online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Tap to view event Navigation drawer Add detailed event Go to today s date Stickers Search Apps 52 Devices and software are constantly evo...

Page 53: ...cation and hear a short sound Medium Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound Strong Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed 2 Depending on the alert style selected a...

Page 54: ...Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Turn alarm on or off Add alarm Apps 54 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for refer...

Page 55: ...es vibration alert Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm TIP To add your sleep schedule create a bedtime reminder and automatic...

Page 56: ...larm settings You can receive notifications for upcoming alarms 1 From Clock tap More options Settings 2 Tap Upcoming alarm notification to choose the number of minutes before an upcoming alarm 56 App...

Page 57: ...and add to your list of cities Search Find a particular place Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city 3 Drag the globe to spin it tap the city yo...

Page 58: ...tomatically 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 Settings Show weathe...

Page 59: ...er Name and save preset timers 1 From Clock tap Timer More options Add preset timer 2 Configure the countdown time and timer name 3 Tap Add to save the timer To edit a saved preset timer tap More opti...

Page 60: ...lock tools From Clock tap More options Settings Permissions View required and optional permissions for the Clock app Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members About Clock View the cur...

Page 61: ...with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Apps 61 Devices and software are constantly ev...

Page 62: ...are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites...

Page 63: ...ontacts tap Show navigation menu Groups 2 Tap Create group and then tap fields to enter information about the group Group name Enter a name for the new group Add member Select contacts to add to the n...

Page 64: ...igation menu Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete group To only delete the group tap Delete group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Delete group and move memb...

Page 65: ...Show navigation menu Manage contacts 2 Tap Export contacts and follow the prompts Sync contacts Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts 1 From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Ma...

Page 66: ...you to browse faster protect your privacy and enhance your browsing experience Access Bookmarks Reload webpage Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsun...

Page 67: ...ve a webpage There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app From Internet tap Tools Add page to for the following options Bookmarks Add the webpage to your Bookmark list Quick...

Page 68: ...Tabs Turn on Secret mode 2 Tap Start to begin browsing in Secret mode Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use Secret mode 1 From Internet tap Tabs 2 Tap More options Secret m...

Page 69: ...s You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card if supported Search Storage locations Additional locations such as an SD card are displayed here if supported Apps 69 De...

Page 70: ...ently remove files that you delete Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage My Files settings Use My Files settings to customize your file management options and more Options may var...

Page 71: ...ings and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more Set text options Assign a title Navigate up Apps 71...

Page 72: ...create content while audio is being recorded Edit notes Make edits to notes you create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit and make changes 3 When you are finished tap Navigate up N...

Page 73: ...following options Settings View settings for the Samsung Notes app All notes View all notes Shared notes View notes shared with your contacts through your Samsung account Trash View deleted notes for...

Page 74: ...our computer to your mobile device Visit support google com chrome to learn more Drive Open view rename and share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn...

Page 75: ...e Location Visit support google com maps to learn more Meet Make cross platform video calls on phones and tablets smart devices and on the web Visit support google com meet to learn more Photos Store...

Page 76: ...YouTube Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device Visit support google com youtube to learn more YT Music Stream and browse playlists albums and artists from YouTube Music 76 Apps...

Page 77: ...Outlook Access email calendar contacts tasks and more in Outlook See Add an Outlook account Visit support office com en us article outlook for ios and android help cd84214e a5ac 4e95 9ea3 e07f78d0cde6...

Page 78: ...cel and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft 365 app OneDrive Store and share photos videos documents and more in your free online OneDrive account accessible from your personal co...

Page 79: ...Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings 79...

Page 80: ...ions between your device and a variety of networks and other devices Wi Fi Bluetooth Airplane mode Mobile networks Data usage Mobile hotspot Tethering Nearby device scanning Connect to a printer Virtu...

Page 81: ...d enter the password if required Password Enter the network password Hidden network Add a hidden network View more Define other advanced options such as IP and Proxy settings 4 Tap Save TIP Tap Scan Q...

Page 82: ...d Wi Fi settings You can configure connections to various types of Wi Fi networks and hotspots manage saved networks and look up your device s network addresses Options may vary by service provider 1...

Page 83: ...ct TIP When sharing a file tap Bluetooth to use this feature Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap...

Page 84: ...can history View which apps have recently scanned for nearby Bluetooth devices and manage Bluetooth features for apps Airplane mode Airplane mode turns off all network connections including calling te...

Page 85: ...roaming access Configure access to mobile networks while roaming Roaming state Enable or disable data while roaming on other mobile networks Signal strength View mobile signal strength Access Point N...

Page 86: ...obile data from your plan International data roaming Enable mobile data services while roaming internationally Mobile data only apps Set apps to always use mobile data even when your device is connect...

Page 87: ...ot 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 Configure for the following setti...

Page 88: ...ly set up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to 1 From Settings tap Connectio...

Page 89: ...rom Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap Settings next to a VPN 3 Edit the VPN and tap Save or tap Delete to remove the VPN Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connectin...

Page 90: ...settings Network unlock for the following options Network lock status View the current status of your device s network lock Permanent unlock Request a permanent network unlock so you can use your dev...

Page 91: ...stem sound Dolby Atmos Separate app sound Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys From Settings tap Sounds and vibration and then choose a mode Sound Use...

Page 92: ...yboard Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard Charging Vibrate when a charger is connected Navigation gestures Vibrate when using gestures Vibration intensity Set vibration intensity levels for...

Page 93: ...ounds and vibration Volume 2 Tap More options Media volume limit 3 Tap to enable this feature l To set the maximum output volume drag the Custom volume limit slider l To require a PIN to make changes...

Page 94: ...for Atmos This feature may only be available with a headset connected From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects for the following options Dolby Atmos Experience breakthrough aud...

Page 95: ...en notifications and then tap to enable the feature Tap an option to customize Hide content Do not show notifications in the Notification panel Notifications to show Choose which notifications to show...

Page 96: ...not disturb mode Allowed during Do not disturb Calls and messages Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions App notifications Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not disturb...

Page 97: ...notifications Get applicable suggestions for actions to notifications and replies to messages Show snooze button Enable to display a button to quickly snooze your notifications Notification reminders...

Page 98: ...l Light Apply a light color theme to your device default l Dark Apply a dark color theme to your device l Dark mode settings Customize when and where Dark mode is applied Turn on as scheduled Configu...

Page 99: ...ions Tap Font style to choose a different font Tap a font to select it or tap Download fonts to add fonts from Galaxy Store Tap Bold font to make all fonts appear with bold weight Drag the Font size s...

Page 100: ...s 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 Double tap to turn on screen Turn on the scre...

Page 101: ...information see Biometric security Set a secure screen lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock Pattern PIN or Password This is necessary to set up and enable biom...

Page 102: ...urned 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 i...

Page 103: ...hey 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 and privacy Privacy Permission manager 2 Tap...

Page 104: ...ap Security and privacy Privacy Other privacy settings 2 Under Google tap privacy services to customize them Private Share Share files privately prevent recipients from resharing and set expiration da...

Page 105: ...d to reset your device to factory default settings Options may vary by service provider From Settings tap Security and privacy Other security settings Set up change password and enter a password Set u...

Page 106: ...s on your device User certificates View user certificates that identify your device Install from device phone storage Install a new certificate from storage Clear credentials Erase credential contents...

Page 107: ...to turn on Location services TIP Some apps require location services be turned on to function App permissions Configure permissions for apps that want to access your location information 1 From Setti...

Page 108: ...ly through Bluetooth even when Bluetooth is turned off Recent access View a list of apps that have requested your location 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services 3 Tap an entr...

Page 109: ...e account types 3 Follow the prompts to enter your credentials 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...

Page 110: ...ow only limited access to apps and content Switch User Profiles To access the device with a different user profile From a Lock screen tap Manage users and tap a user or profile from the list Delete a...

Page 111: ...backup data Google Account You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup 2 Under Google Drive tap Back up data External storage transfer You...

Page 112: ...use the quick optimization feature From Settings tap Battery and device care Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for your various device activities From Settings tap Battery and devic...

Page 113: ...ard When you install an optional microSD 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...

Page 114: ...From Settings tap Battery and device care Memory The used and available memory are shown Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible Tap View more to view the full list of apps and services u...

Page 115: ...ate Check for software updates Diagnostics View the status of you touch screen sensors charging and more Maintenance mode Turn on Maintenance mode to protect your privacy while someone else is using y...

Page 116: ...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...

Page 117: ...put Keyboard button on navigation bar Enable a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your...

Page 118: ...w fast you move your mouse Pointer size and color Change the size and color of the mouse pointer Primary mouse button Choose either the Left or Right mouse button to be your primary button Secondary b...

Page 119: ...updates based on your location Use 24 hour format Set the format for displaying time Troubleshooting You can check for software updates and if necessary reset services on your device Software update S...

Page 120: ...management Reset Reset network settings 2 Tap Reset settings and confirm when prompted Reset accessibility settings You can reset device accessibility settings Accessibility settings in downloaded ap...

Page 121: ...ction When you sign in to a Google Account on your device and set a Lock screen Google Device Protection is enabled This service protects your phone from unauthorized factory data resets by requiring...

Page 122: ...Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed apps About Accessibility Contact us Recommended for you View a list of accessibility features that yo...

Page 123: ...t and other screen elements for easier viewing From Settings tap Accessibility Visibility enhancements and tap an option Choose an available display mode and tap Apply Default Default display mode Hig...

Page 124: ...se exaggerated gestures such as triple tapping double pinching and dragging two fingers across the screen Pointer size and color Use a large pointer for a connected mouse or touchpad accessories not i...

Page 125: ...educed dexterity Voice Access Voice Access lets you control your device hands free Use voice commands to open apps tap buttons scroll type and more Interactions You can simplify the motions needed to...

Page 126: ...fore accepting a second press from the same key which helps avoid accidentally pressing the same key multiple times Advanced settings You can customize additional accessibility features and services f...

Page 127: ...ces are listed and configured here after they are installed About Accessibility Legal and license information about the current Accessibility software is available in Settings From Settings tap Access...

Page 128: ...ion you would like to be available in an emergency 3 Tap Save Labs Try experimental features Some features may not work correctly with all apps 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Labs 2 Tap to enab...

Page 129: ...amsung s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind Additional licensing fee may be required For more information about Knox please refer to s...

Page 130: ...Learn more Videos youtube com samsungcare Samsung Care samsung com us support Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter 130...

Page 131: ...dard One year Limited Warranty End User License Agreement EULA and Health Safety Information for your device are available online Tablet English samsung com us Legal Tablet HSGuide Spanish samsung com...

Page 132: ...nely 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...

Page 133: ...ual available capacity of the internal storage is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the storage The available capacity may change wh...

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