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USER MANUAL

English. 07/2021. Rev.1.0

SM-T307U

Summary of Contents for SM-T307U

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Page 2: ...sferring data from your previous device Smart Switch 22 Understanding the screen 30 Notification panel 32 Entering text Apps and features 34 Installing or uninstalling apps 36 Phone 38 Contacts 40 Messages 41 Internet 42 Camera 51 Gallery 55 Multi window 57 Samsung Notes 58 Samsung Members 58 Samsung Kids 59 Samsung Flow 60 Samsung Global Goals 60 Calendar 61 Reminder 62 My Files 62 Clock 62 Calcu...

Page 3: ...sung account 68 Connections 69 Wi Fi 70 Bluetooth 72 Data saver 72 Mobile data only apps 72 Mobile Hotspot 73 More connection settings 74 Sound 75 Sound quality and effects 75 Separate app sound 76 Notifications 76 Display 77 Wallpaper 77 Home screen 77 Lock screen 78 Smart Lock 78 Biometrics and security 79 Face recognition 81 Secure Folder 84 Privacy 84 Location 84 Google 85 Accounts and backup ...

Page 4: ...customize the operating system 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 serv...

Page 5: ...off automatically when you are not using it Launch the Settings app tap Display Screen timeout and then select the length of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen The use of mobile devices on airplanes 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 h...

Page 6: ... 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 supported models When the device heats up during use When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods your device may temporarily heat up due to ...

Page 7: ...ing 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 latest software Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up Restart the device Deactivate theWi Fi GPS and Bluetooth...

Page 8: ...e 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 lifespan d...

Page 9: ...iler Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase Use only Samsung approved accessories Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies For more information about available accessories refer to the Samsung website ...

Page 10: ...Basics 10 Device layout Microphone Front camera Side key Volume key Multipurpose jack USB Type C Touchscreen Earphone jack SIM card Memory card tray Main antenna Speaker Speaker GPS antenna Rear camera ...

Page 11: ...aterials 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 your hands or other objects while using certain fea...

Page 12: ... use a Samsung approved battery charger and cable specifically designed for your device An incompatible battery charger or 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 Only use a USBType C cable like the one supplied with the device The device may be dama...

Page 13: ... use a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power Optimize the device using the device care feature When you are not using the device turn off the screen by pressing the Side key Activate power savi...

Page 14: ...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 receives an unstable power supply while charging the touchscreen may not function If this happens unplug the charger from the device While charging the device and the charger may heat up This is normal and should not affect the devi...

Page 15: ...nd gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot Only use 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 Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole Otherwise the device may be damaged If the card is not f...

Page 16: ...ing on the memory card manufacturer and type To view your device s maximum memory card capacity refer to the Samsung website 5 4 1 3 2 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray 2 Pull the tray gently from the tray slot 3 Place a memory card on the tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards and gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it ...

Page 17: ...g a card formatted in a different file system the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognize the card To use the memory card you must format it If your device cannot format or recognize the memory card contact the memory card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards When inserting a memory card into the devi...

Page 18: ...ing the device on and off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as airplanes and hospitals Side key Turning the device on Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device press and hold the Side key Alternatively open the notification panel ...

Page 19: ...ackup Manage accounts Add account Samsung account 2 If you already have a Samsung account sign in to your Samsung account If you want to sign in using your Google account tap Continue with Google 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 Reset password on the Samsung account s...

Page 20: ...f 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 data Wireless 5 On the previous device tap Allow 6 On your device select an item to bring and tap Transfer Backing up and restoring data using external storage Tran...

Page 21: ...h 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 manufacturer Then skip to the fifth step 3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the device s USB cable 4 On the computer follow the on screen instructions to back up data from the device Then disconnect your previous device from t...

Page 22: ...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 not recommended to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so ...

Page 23: ...ome Tap to return to the Home screen Tap and hold to launch the Google Assistant app Back Tap to return to the previous screen Hiding the navigation bar View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar Launch the Settings app tap Display Navigation bar and then tap Swipe gestures under Navigation type The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear Tap More...

Page 24: ...ards to open the Apps screen To return to the Home screen swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen Alternatively tap the Home button or the Back button Home screen Apps screen Finder 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 button ...

Page 25: ... 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 screen you ...

Page 26: ...tcut 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 and ...

Page 27: ...ag the Edge panel 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...

Page 28: ...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 Meaning No signal Signal ...

Page 29: ...simultaneously You can view the captured screenshots in Gallery It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features 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 conten...

Page 30: ...functions on the notification panel View the notification details and perform various actions Clear all notifications Launch Settings Access the notification settings Quick setting buttons Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings devices and scenes Control media on your device and connected nearby devices Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features Sw...

Page 31: ...ce 1 Open the notification panel and tap Media 2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback To continue playback on another device tap SmartView and select the device you want Controlling nearby devices Launch quickly and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used SmartThings devices and scenes on the notification panel 1 Open the notification panel and tap Devices N...

Page 32: ...languages Changing the input language Tap Languages and types Manage input languages and select the languages to use You can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key or tapping Changing the keyboard On the navigation bar tap to change the keyboard To change the keyboard type tap Languages and types select a language and then select the keyboard type you w...

Page 33: ...ideo links Add an item from the clipboard Open the text editing panel Change the keyboard size Enter stickers Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Drag 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 ...

Page 34: ...ap to search for a keyword This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model To change the auto update settings tap Auto update apps and then select 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 General Auto update apps and t...

Page 35: ...le Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly they may need permission to access or use information on your device To view your app permission settings launch the Settings app and tap Apps 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 ta...

Page 36: ...ng 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 Contacts and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phon...

Page 37: ...hone app tap Settings Quick decline messages enter a message and then tap Options during calls Add call Dial a second call The first call will be put on hold When you end the second call the first call will be resumed Message Send a message to the caller Bluetooth Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device Hold call Hold a call Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other par...

Page 38: ...them from other storages to your device 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import or export contacts Import 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 th...

Page 39: ...tap More Delete Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options 1 Launch the Contacts app tap at the top of the contacts list and then tap Share contacts 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 Follo...

Page 40: ... say your message and then release your finger The recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty 3 Tap to send the message Enter recipients Enter a message Enter stickers Attach files Recipient Send the message Viewing messages 1 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations 2 On the messages list select a contact or a phone number To reply to the message tap the message input...

Page 41: ...sage settings Launch the Messages app tap Settings You can block unwanted messages change notification settings and more Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently 1 Launch the Internet app 2 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Bookmark ...

Page 42: ... videos of other people without their permission Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited Do not take pictures or record videos in places where you may violate other people s privacy Taking pictures 1 Launch the 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...

Page 43: ...and try 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 ca...

Page 44: ...hooting mode Using the camera button Tap and hold the camera button to take burst shots If you add another camera button you can move it anywhere on the screen and take pictures more conveniently On the preview screen tap Shooting methods and tap the Floating Shutter button switch to activate it Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen use the following options Activate or deactivat...

Page 45: ...he subject the scene optimizer button will change and the optimized colour and effect will be applied If this feature is not activated tap on the preview screen and tap the Scene optimizer switch to activate it Taking selfies You can take self portraits with the front camera 1 On the preview screen swipe upwards or downwards or tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 Face the front ...

Page 46: ...list tap MORE PRO Select options and customize the settings and then tap to take a picture Available options 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 Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to l...

Page 47: ...me to the location where you want the exposure area to lock Panorama mode Using panorama mode take a series of pictures and then stitch them together to create a wide scene 1 On the shooting modes list tap MORE PANORAMA 2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction Keep the image within the frame on the camera s viewfinder If the preview image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the d...

Page 48: ... tone 4 Tap to take a picture Portrait mode The camera allows you to take pictures where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly 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 sufficie...

Page 49: ...on HEIF pictures Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format HEIF Selfies Save selfies as previewed Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them Videos High efficiency videos You can record videos in the High EfficiencyVideo Codec HEVC format Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the devic...

Page 50: ...ethods for taking a picture or recording a video Settings to keep Keep the last settings you used such as the shooting mode when you launch the camera Storage location Select the memory location for storage This feature will appear when you insert a memory card Shutter sound Enable or disable the shutter sound Watermark Add a watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures Reset settings ...

Page 51: ... 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 52: ... image Share the image with others Modify the image Image and video thumbnail 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 53: ...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 54: ...w the on screen instructions to complete the sync The Gallery app and the cloud will be synced When your Gallery app is synced with the cloud pictures and videos you take will also be saved in the cloud You can view images and videos saved in the cloud in your Gallery app and from other devices When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account you can set the cloud storage as Microsoft O...

Page 55: ...creen view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 On the apps list select another app to launch Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 While using an app 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 ...

Page 56: ...s to adjust the size of the windows When you drag the circles between the app windows to the edge of the screen the window will be maximized Pop up view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps 2 Swipe to the left or right tap an app s icon and then tap Open in pop up view The app screen will appear in the pop up view If you tap the Home button while using a pop up window th...

Page 57: ...otes Creating notes 1 Launch the Samsung Notes app tap and then create a note You can change the input method by tapping or Share Manage pages Insert files Reading mode Enter a title 2 When you are finished composing the note tap the Back button to save it If you want to save the note in another file format tap Save as file Deleting notes Tap and hold a note to delete and tap Delete ...

Page 58: ...ation panel swipe downwards and then tap Kids to activate it If you cannot find Kids on the quick panel tap and drag the button over to add it When starting Samsung Kids for 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 ...

Page 59: ...ne Connecting your tablet and smartphone 1 On your smartphone launch Samsung Flow 2 On your tablet launch the Samsung Flow app 3 Select your smartphone from the detected devices list 4 Accept the connection request on both devices 5 Confirm the passkey on both devices The devices will be connected If your smartphone supports the fingerprint recognition feature set up Samsung Pass on your smartphon...

Page 60: ...ap 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 Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added a blue circle...

Page 61: ...con 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 Edit 3 Select a reminder to restore and tap Restore Reminders ...

Page 62: ... 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 You can see the calculation history on the screen To clear the history tap Clear history To use the unit conversion tool tap You can convert various values such as area length or temper...

Page 63: ... 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 Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options The following actions are an example of sharing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap and select a sharing method you want You may incur additional charges wh...

Page 64: ...tacts only Only allow Samsung users in your contacts to share with your device Everyone Allow any nearby devices to share with your device Link Sharing Share large files Upload files to the Samsung storage server and share them with others via a Web link 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image 2 Tap Share as link The link for the image will be created 3 Select a sharing option SmartView View ...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...ge the settings for slide show such as the image order transition speed and style You can also set the clock or weather information shown on the slide show Time weather and calendar Change the setting for the 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 controlle...

Page 67: ...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 Google Play Movies Purchase or rent videos such as movies from Play Store Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Search for manage and edit al...

Page 68: ... On the Settings screen tap Connections Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices Refer toWi Fi for more information Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices Refer to Bluetooth for more information Flight mode Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device You ca...

Page 69: ...additional charges when using this feature More connection settings Customize settings to control other features Refer to More connection settings for more information Some features may not be available depending on the model Wi Fi Activate theWi Fi feature to connect to aWi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices Connecting to aWi Fi network 1 On the Settings screen tap Connec...

Page 70: ...Fi Direct feature 3 Select a device to connect to The devices will be connected when the other device accepts theWi Fi Direct connection request To end the device connection select the device to disconnect from the list Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices Samsung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received...

Page 71: ... on your device to confirm The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request To unpair the devices tap next to the device name to unpair and tap Unpair Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth You can share data such as contacts or media files with other Bluetooth devices The following actions are an example of sending an i...

Page 72: ... you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected Even if you do not deactivate theWi Fi feature the apps will launch using mobile data On the Settings screen tap Connections Data usage Mobile data only apps tap the switch to activate it and then tap the switches next to the apps you want You may incur additional charge...

Page 73: ...connect to Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files Refer to Printing for more information VPN Set up virtual private networks VPNs on your device to connect to a school or company s private network Private DNS Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS Ethernet When you connect an...

Page 74: ... to use sound mode or silent mode Temporary mute Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period Ringtone Change the call ringtone Notification sound Change the notification sound System sound theme Change the sound to use for certain actions such as charging the device Volume Adjust the device s volume level System sound Set the device to sound for actions such as controlling the touchscre...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...n 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 Outdoor mode Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright conditions Eye comfort shield Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen You can set a schedule for...

Page 77: ...ttings for the selected lock method Wallpaper services Set the device to use wallpaper services such as Dynamic Lock screen Clock style Change the type and colour of the clock on the locked screen Roaming clock Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the locked screen when roaming Widgets Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen Contact information Set...

Page 78: ...ition Set the device to unlock the screen by recognizing your face Refer to Face recognition for more information More biometrics settings Change the settings for biometric data You can also view the version of the biometrics security patch and check for updates Google Play Protect Set the device to check for harmful apps and behaviour and warn about potential harm and remove them Security update ...

Page 79: ...rd you set when registering the face Be careful not to forget your pattern PIN or password If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None which are not secure all of your biometric data will be deleted If you want to use your biometric data in apps or features you must register your biometric data again Precautions for using face recognition Before using the face recognition to unlock your ...

Page 80: ...ppearance Unlocking 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 Biometrics and security Face recognition 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method 3 Tap the Face unlock switch to activate it 4 On the locked screen look at the screen When your face is recognized you can unlock the screen wit...

Page 81: ...n another secure location Setting up Secure Folder 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Biometrics and security Secure Folder 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup The Secure Folder screen will appear and the Secure Folder app icon will be added to the Apps screen To change the name or icon of Secure Folder tap Customize When you launch the Secure Folder app you must unlock the ap...

Page 82: ...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 83: ...n 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 Biometrics and security Secure Folder and then tap the Add secure folder to app screen switch to activate it Uninstalling Secure Folder You can uninstall Secure Folder including the content a...

Page 84: ...er or model Location Change settings for location information permissions On the Settings screen tap Location App permissions View the list of apps that have permission to access the device s location and edit the permission settings Improve accuracy Set the device to use theWi Fi or Bluetooth feature to increase the accuracy of your location information even when the features are deactivated Rece...

Page 85: ...ture 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 Google...

Page 86: ...ormation and data used during a guest session is temporarily stored Each time you use this account you are asked whether to continue the previous guest session or reset it New user This account allows users to access their own apps and content and customize the device settings that affect all accounts New restricted account A restricted account can only access the apps and content allowed by the a...

Page 87: ...screen tap Accounts and 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 u...

Page 88: ...ns Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them On the Settings screen tap Advanced features Call text on other devices Use your device s calling and messaging features on other devices signed in to your Samsung account Continue apps on other devices Use your device s apps on other devices signed in to your Samsung account Android Auto Connect your device to a vehicle and c...

Page 89: ...ing at it Excessive shaking or an impact to the device may cause an unintended input for some features using sensors DigitalWellbeing and parental controls View the history of your device usage and use features to prevent your device from interfering with your life You can also set up parental controls for your children and manage their digital use On the Settings screen tap DigitalWellbeing and p...

Page 90: ...s not in use Tap Automation Auto optimize daily and tap the switch to activate it If you want to set the time to perform auto optimization tap Time Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device For devices with low battery levels conserve battery power by activating power saving features On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Battery Power saving mode Activate po...

Page 91: ... You can view the available capacity of the internal storage in the Specification section for your device on the Samsung website Memory On the Settings screen tap Battery and device care Memory To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background tick apps from the apps list and tap Clean now Device protection Check the device s security status This feature scans your device for malw...

Page 92: ...nd trackpad Change the settings for an external mouse or trackpad Autofill service Select an autofill service to use Reset Reset your device s settings or perform a factory data reset Contact us Ask questions or view frequently asked questions Adding device languages You can add languages to use on your device 1 On the Settings screen tap General management Language Add language To view all the la...

Page 93: ...r users who have reduced dexterity Advanced settings Configure settings for Direct access and notification features Installed services View accessibility services installed on the device About Accessibility View the Accessibility information Contact us Ask questions or view frequently asked questions Software update Update your device s software via the firmware over the air FOTA service You can a...

Page 94: ...ation On the Settings screen tap About tablet To change your device s name tap Edit Status information View various device information such as the SIM card status Wi Fi MAC address and serial number Legal information View legal information related to the device such as safety information and the open source licence Software information View the device s software information such as its operating s...

Page 95: ...ature by using the Lock SIM card menu PUK Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more information contact your service provider Your device displays network or service erro...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...nectivity problems due to issues with the service provider s base station Move to another area and try again When using the device while moving wireless network services may be disabled due to issues with the service provider s network The battery does not charge properly For Samsung approved chargers Ensure that the charger is connected properly Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery...

Page 98: ...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 space 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...

Page 99: ...tion 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 and tap the Show brightness control above notifications switch to activate it A...

Page 100: ... manually delete unused apps or files to free up storage space The Home button does not appear The navigation bar containing the Home button may disappear while using certain apps or features To view the navigation bar drag upwards from the bottom of the screen Removing the battery To remove the battery contact an authorized service centre For your safety you must not attempt to remove the battery...

Page 101: ...h Do not use damaged power cords or plugs or loose electrical sockets Unsecured connections can cause electric shock or fire Do not touch the device power cords plugs or the electric socket with wet hands or other wet body parts Doing so may cause electric shock Do not pull the power cord excessively when disconnecting it Doing so may cause electric shock or fire Do not bend or damage the power co...

Page 102: ...use an impact to the charger or the device Handle and dispose of the device and charger with care Never dispose of the battery or device in a fire Never place the battery or device on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators The device may explode when overheated Follow all local regulations when disposing of used battery or device Never crush or puncture the device Avoid ...

Page 103: ...ck Conductive materials may cause a short circuit or corrosion of the terminals which may result in an explosion or fire When using the wireless charger do not place foreign materials such as metal objects magnets and magnetic stripe cards between the device and the wireless charger The device may not charge properly or may overheat Do not bite or suck the device or the battery Doing so may damage...

Page 104: ... your body that is opposite the pacemaker If you use medical equipment contact the equipment manufacturer before using your device to determine whether or not the equipment will be affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio interference from your device Contact the manufacturer for more information Do not expose the device to hea...

Page 105: ...ake it to a Samsung Service Centre Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion Comply with all safety warnings and regulations regarding device usage while operating a vehicle While driving safely operating the vehicle is your first responsibility Never use your device while driving if it is prohibited by law For your safety and the safety of others use your common sense and remember the foll...

Page 106: ...ot areas such as inside a car in the summertime Doing so may cause the screen to malfunction result in damage to the device or cause the battery to explode Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time on the dashboard of a car for example For a device with a removable battery the battery can be stored separately in locations with an ambient temperature of 0 C to 45 C D...

Page 107: ...form actions such as pressing keys drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers or playing games you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands neck shoulders or other parts of your body When using your device for extended periods hold the device with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly and take frequent breaks If you continue to have discomfort during or after such use stop us...

Page 108: ...are securely mounted Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an airbag deployment area Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when airbags inflate rapidly Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device Your device may be damaged or may malfunction If bent or deformed your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction Ensure maximum battery and charg...

Page 109: ... in electric shock or fire Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use Your device may malfunction Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public Allow only qualified personnel to service your device Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your device and will void your manufacturer s warranty Handle memory cards and cables with car...

Page 110: ... and lock your device with a pattern password or PIN Do not distribute copyright protected material Do not distribute copyright protected material without the permission of the content owners Doing this may violate copyright laws The manufacturer is not liable for any legal issues caused by the user s illegal use of copyrighted material Malware and viruses To protect your device from malware and v...

Page 111: ...e that interference will not occur in a particular installation if this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and rece...

Page 112: ...te To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these...

Page 113: ...RTORT FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ATTORNEY FEES EXPENSES OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTIONWITH ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN OR AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BYYOU OR ANYTHIRD PARTY EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time and Samsung makes no rep...

Page 114: ... 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 trademarks of Dolby Laboratories All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners ISED Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This device compl...

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