SI\MSUNG Galaxy Note9 User manual
Table of contents Features 1 S Pen 1 Meet Bixby 1 Camera 1 Security 1 Mobile continuity 1 Getting started 2 Device layout 3 Assemble your device 4 Charge the battery 5 Accessories 5 Start using your device 5 Use the Setup Wizard 6 Transfer data from an old device 7 Lock or unlock your device 8 Accounts 9 Set up voicemail 10 Navigation 11 i USC_N960U_EN_UM_TN_TA4_013020_FINAL
Table of contents Navigation bar 16 Customize your home screen 18 S Pen 26 Bixby 36 Digital wellbeing and parental controls 37 Always On Display 38 Flexible security 39 Mobile continuity 43 Multi window 46 Edge screen 47 Enter text 55 Emergency mode 58 Apps 61 Using apps 62 Uninstall or disable apps 62 Search for apps 62 Sort apps 62 Create and use folders 63 Game Booster 63 ii
Table of contents App settings 64 Samsung apps 66 Galaxy Essentials 66 Galaxy Store 66 Galaxy Wearable 66 Game Launcher 66 PENUP 67 Samsung Global Goals 67 Samsung Health 67 Samsung Members 68 Samsung Notes 69 Samsung Pay 71 Smart Switch 72 SmartThings 73 Calculator 74 Calendar 75 Camera 77 Clock 83 Contacts 88 iii
Table of contents Email 93 Gallery 96 Internet 102 Messages 105 My Files 107 Phone 109 Google apps 117 Chrome 117 Drive 117 Duo 117 Gmail 117 Google 117 Maps 118 Photos 118 Play Movies & TV 118 Play Music 118 Play Store 118 YouTube 118 119 Microsoft apps iv
Table of contents Excel 119 OneDrive 119 PowerPoint 119 Word 119 Settings 120 121 Access Settings 121 Search for Settings 121 Connections Wi-Fi 121 Bluetooth 123 Phone visibility 125 NFC and payment 125 Airplane mode 126 Mobile networks 126 Data usage 126 Mobile hotspot 128 Tethering 130 Nearby device scanning 130 Connect to a printer 130 v
Table of contents MirrorLink 131 Download booster 131 Virtual Private Networks 131 Private DNS 132 Ethernet 132 133 Sounds and vibration Sound mode 133 Vibrations 133 Volume 134 Ringtone 134 Notification sound 135 System sounds and vibration 135 Dolby Atmos 136 Equalizer 136 Headset audio options 136 Adapt sound 137 Separate app sound 137 137 Notifications 137 Manage notifications vi
Table of contents Customize app notifications 138 Smart alert 138 Smart pop-up view 138 139 Display Screen brightness 139 Blue light filter 139 Dark mode 140 Screen mode 140 Font size and style 140 Screen zoom 141 Screen resolution 141 Full screen apps 141 Screen timeout 141 Accidental touch protection 142 Touch sensitivity 142 Screen saver 142 Reduce animations 142 Lift to wake 143 Smart stay 143 vii
Table of contents One-handed mode 143 Device maintenance 144 Quick optimization 144 Battery 144 Storage 145 Memory 146 Advanced options 146 Language and input 147 Date and time 150 Troubleshooting 150 153 Lock screen and security Screen lock types 153 Google Play Protect 155 Find My Mobile 155 Security update 156 Google Play system update 156 Samsung Pass 156 Install unknown apps 156 Secure Folder 157 viii
Table of contents Secure Wi-Fi 157 Secure startup 157 Encrypt or decrypt SD card 157 View passwords 158 Device administration 158 Credential storage 159 Advanced security settings 159 Location 160 Permission manager 161 Send diagnostic data 161 162 Accounts Samsung Cloud 162 Add an account 162 Account settings 162 Remove an account 163 Backup and restore 163 Google settings 164 164 Accessibility 164 Screen Reader ix
Table of contents Visibility enhancements 165 Hearing enhancements 166 Interaction and dexterity 167 Advanced settings 169 Installed services 170 About Accessibility 170 Other settings 171 Help 171 Dual Messenger 171 About phone 171 Learn more 172 Videos 172 Smart Simulator 172 Samsung Care 172 Talk to an agent 172 Tips 172 Legal information 173 Samsung Knox 173 Maintaining water and dust resistance 174 x
Table of contents Restricting children’s access to your mobile device xi 175
Features S Pen The S Pen is designed for special functions with Samsung Galaxy devices. It uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to work as a remote. See S Pen on page 26. Meet Bixby Bixby learns what you like to do and works with your favorite apps and services to help you get more done. See Bixby on page 36. Camera Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses and pro-grade video modes and settings. See Camera on page 77. 0 Security Use biometrics to unlock your device. See Flexible security on page 39.
Getting started Device layout Assemble your device Start using your device 2
Getting started Device layout Iris scanner Dual cameras Front camera Proximity/Light sensors Flash Iris recognition LED Heart rate sensor Fingerprint scanner LED indicator Volume keys Power key Bixby key Headset jack USB charger/ Accessory port S Pen Speaker Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Assemble your device Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for details. Install SIM/microSD card Place the SIM card and optional microSD card (sold separately) into the tray with the gold contacts facing down. Charge your device Before turning on your device, charge it fully. -'fj- NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) that are approved by Samsung.
Getting started _w_ ,\j, NOTE Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For more information, see Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 174. Charge the battery Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
Getting started Use the Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics of setting up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
Getting started Transfer data from an old device Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer. You can also use the included On-the-Go adapter to transfer content quickly and easily from your old device without installing the Smart Switch app. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more. 1.
Getting started Lock or unlock your device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen locks, see Lock screen and security on page 153. Power key Press to lock. Press to turn on the screen, and then swipe the screen to unlock it. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Accounts Set up and manage your accounts. -'A'TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See l\:f' your carrier for more information. 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. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap -'tJ- + Accounts and backup > Accounts. Add account > Google.
Getting started Set up voicemail You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can access voicemail through the Phone app. 1. From 8 Phone, touch and hold the 1 1 key. QD 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.
Getting started Navigation A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. Tap 43,71 0x4 174,840 C () % - 7 8 9 X 5 6 1 2 3 +/- 0 Ill 0 + • < Lightly touch items to select or launch them. l Tap an item to select it. l Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
Getting started Swipe • Mon, Jan 13 GO 0 Q. 0 + Media Silent notifications : : Devices X Iii! Samsung capture 1:52 PM Sc reenshot saved Tap here to open it in Gallery. ■ @) Android System USB for file transfer Notification settings Clear Lightly drag your finger across the screen. l Swipe the screen to unlock the device. l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
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Getting started Zoom in and out -.- .;_ ·-·---. .,_- .- .~·•.-:,, ~- :... .,- . . . •.:-. ._.-: ... . . . . ."" '•,;,-, .....-· .••••• .~-: . ► ► ... l ~ ~ t I ~ Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart to zoom in and out. l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out. l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Touch and hold FEB 2020 M T w T 8 0 4 6 IMeeting !Meeting 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 23 4 Ill 6 0 < • Touch and hold items to activate them. l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Navigation bar You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures. Search @) 0 Samsung g Calcu lator m Contacts • Samsung Globa l Go ... 111 Ci Calendar Camera ~ ox Email Game Launcher Pay Samsung Pay 0 0 = Messages • Clock C Phone 0 Settings Back Recent apps Home Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Navigation buttons Change how the navigation icons appear along the bottom of the screen. ◌ From Settings, tap available: -•- Display > Navigation bar. The following options are 'I# #I' • Hard press Home button: Adjust the amount of pressure needed to hard press the Home button. • Unlock with Home button: Hard press the Home button while the screen is off to unlock your device. • Navigation buttons: Show the three navigation icons along the bottom of the screen.
Getting started • Swipe from sides and bottom: Swipe inward from either side of the screen to go back, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to go to the Home screen, and swipe up and hold the screen to view your recent apps. – Allow back gesture on keyboard: Allow back gestures from the sides of the screen while a keyboard is open. – Back gesture sensitivity: Drag the slider to adjust your device’s sensitivity to detecting back gestures.
Getting started Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video, or preloaded wallpaper. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and then tap Wallpaper. 2. Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers: • My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers. • Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in the Gallery app. • Wallpaper services: Enable additional features including guide page and Dynamic Lock screen.
Getting started Icons Apply different icon sets to replace the default icons. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Themes > Icons to customize. 3. Tap an icon set to preview and download it to My icons. 4. Tap - • My page > Icons to see downloaded icons. 5. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set. Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps. -•• 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2.
Getting started • Apps screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Apps screen. • Apps button: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen. • App icon badges: Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications. You can also choose the badge style. • Lock Home screen layout: Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned. • Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the Home screen.
Getting started Easy mode The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. ,,111 I New York City Mon, January 13 Updated 1/13 12:45 PM Cl Say "Hey Google" ... 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap 0 Apps list -•- Display > Easy mode. ~I# #I~ to enable this feature.
Getting started Status bar The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status icons Battery full Battery low Airplane mode Bluetooth active Charging Mute Vibrate Wi-Fi active Location active Alarm Notification icons ao ~ •• Missed calls New email Call in progress - Download Call on hold New message Voicemail ~. ~ • 1 Upload Wi-Fi available App update Configure display options for the Status bar.
Getting started Notification panel For quick access to notifications, settings, and more, simply open the Notification panel. - ------- ------~ 0. Mon, Jan 73 0 Quick settings 0 - 0 --++- - Device settings + Media Silent notifications : : Devices X View all ll.l Samsung capture 1 :52 PM Notification cards Screenshot saved Tap here to open it in Gallery.
Getting started View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. • To open an item, tap it. • To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. • To clear all notifications, tap Clear. • To customize notifications, tap Notification settings. 3. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Notification panel.
Getting started S Pen The S Pen provides a variety of helpful functions. Use your S Pen to launch apps, take notes, or draw a picture. S Pen button Remove the S Pen The S Pen stores in the bottom of your device for convenient access. It also charges the S Pen so that it can be used for remote functions. ◌ Push the S Pen inward to release it, and then slide it out.
Getting started Remote functions The S Pen can be used to perform several remote functions. The S Pen remote feature is only supported by Samsung-approved S Pens with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). If the S Pen is too far from the device, or if there is interference, the S Pen disconnects from the device. The S pen must be connected for remote functions to work.
Getting started Air view Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content or view information about an item on the screen. The following Air view features are available: • Preview an email message before opening it. • Preview the contents of a photo album or enlarge a picture. • Preview a video and navigate to a specific scene by hovering over the timeline. • View the name or description of an icon or a button.
Getting started Air command ~,~ 100% Create note View all notes Smart select Screen write Live messages Settings Connectivity status (!) @ ~ '/4"' ' , ~ Translate 0 1. Tap Air command or hold the S Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears, and then press the S Pen button once. 2. Tap an option: • Create note: Launch a new note in the Samsung Notes app. • View all notes: Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of the notes you have created.
Getting started • Live messages: Create a short animated message by drawing or writing with the S Pen. • Translate: Hover the S Pen over a word to see it translated into another language and listen to its pronunciation. • PENUP: Use the S Pen to draw, color, edit, and share live drawings. • Add shortcuts: Add more apps or functions to the Air command menu. • Settings: Customize Air command by configuring apps and functions, and by changing how the Air command menu appears.
Getting started _w_ ,\j, r-, r-:. I ~I Pin to screen to pin Animation to record an animation or L-J TIP You can tap IGIFI L-J the content to your screen using Smart select. Screen write Screen write allows you to capture screenshots and write or draw on them. 1. Tap 0 Air command > Screen write. 2. The current screen is captured, and a pen tool appears. The following editing tools are provided: • Crop: Drag the edges of the screen to crop the captured content. • Pen type: Draw on the screenshot.
Getting started Live messages Record an animated drawing or written message. Back Format Thickness Pen effects Color Preview Start over Drawing progress Undo 1. Tap 0 Air command > Live messages. 2. Select one of the following background options: l Collection: See all live messages you have created. l Gallery: Pick an image or video for the background. l Camera: Capture an image to use for the background. l Color: Pick a color for the background. 3.
Getting started Translate Hover over words with the S Pen to translate them and listen to their pronunciation. 1. Tap Air command > Translate. 2. Tap the source and target languages to change them to the desired languages. 3. Hover the S Pen over a word. • Tap ~>) Sound to hear the word pronounced in the source language. • Tap 4. Tap al Copy to save the selected text and the translation to your clipboard. X Close to close Translate. PENUP Use the S Pen to draw, color, edit, and share live drawings.
Getting started Screen off memo You can write memos without turning your device on. 1. Detach the S Pen while the screen is off, and write on the screen. 2. Tap an option to customize your memo: • 0 • ~ Pen settings: Tap to use the pen tool. Double tap to adjust the line Color: Change the pen color. thickness. • Eraser: Tap to use the eraser tool. Double tap to erase all. 3. Tap Save to save your memo to the Samsung Notes app. -'!J- NOTE The screen off memo setting must be enabled.
Getting started l l Show pointer: Turn the pointer on or off. The pointer appears on the screen when the tip of the S Pen is near the screen, showing available actions. Allow multiple S Pens: Let other S Pens write on the screen. Air Command l l l Shortcuts: Configure the Air command menu with S Pen features, apps, and functions. Show floating icon: Show an Air command icon that you can move around the screen.
I Getting started Replace the S Pen tip If the S Pen tip becomes worn, you can replace it with a new one, using the included kit. ,,,, ,,------...... ..., ', ;" I I I I I I I ,, l' ............... _____ ,, , Bixby Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns, evolves, and adapts to you. It learns your routines, helps you set up reminders based on time and location, and is built in to your favorite apps. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/Bixby for more information.
Getting started Bixby Vision Bixby is integrated with your Camera, Gallery, and Internet apps to give you a deeper understanding of what you see. It provides contextual icons for translation, QR code detection, landmark recognition, or shopping. Camera Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you see. ◌ From Camera, tap More > Bixby Vision and follow the prompts. Gallery Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images saved in the Gallery app. 1.
Getting started • Focus mode: Configure times and activities to avoid distractions from your phone. • Wind down: Enable to turn the screen to grayscale and limit notifications before going to bed. • Parental controls: Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen time, and set screen time limits.
Getting started AOD themes Apply custom themes for Always On Display. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and tap Themes > AODs. • Tap an AOD to preview and download it to My Always On Displays. 2. Tap - • My page > AODs to see downloaded AODs. 3. Tap an AOD, and then tap Apply. Flexible security Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts. Intelligent scan Use Intelligent scan to improve accuracy and security by combining iris and face recognition.
Getting started Face recognition You can enable Face Recognition to unlock your screen. To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password. • Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password. Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image. • Some conditions may affect face recognition, including wearing glasses, hats, beards, or heavy make-up.
Getting started Iris scanner Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your irises to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For support, visit samsung.com/us/irisscanner. -'lj- NOTE The Iris scanner is not intended to be used as a medical device and the biometric data collected and stored locally by the mechanism is not intended to be used for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative purposes.
Getting started Fingerprint scanner Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password. 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints. 2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint. Fingerprint management Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.
Getting started Biometrics preferences Configure your preferences for biometric security options. ◌ From Settings, tap following: - Biometrics and security > Biometrics preferences for the • Screen transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device. Mobile continuity Phone calls, messages, photo and video storage, and other functions of your device can be accessed and integrated across compatible mobile devices and computers.
Getting started App mirroring • Live stream your phone screen on your PC. • Interact with your phone using the keyboard and mouse. • Use Windows Accessibility. Link your device to your computer 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap 0 0 Advanced features > Link to Windows. to enable this feature. 3. Follow the prompts to connect your device to your PC. -'n',t:f, TIP You can also enable this feature from the Quick settings menu.
Getting started Call & text on other devices This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account. 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Call & text on other devices. 2. Tap C) to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically. 3. Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices. -~- TIP Move your contacts from your phone to your Samsung account so you can access them on all registered devices.
Getting started Multi window Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window™ can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows. ------ FEB s - ------- ~ 2020 M w T s T 10 3 2 4 6 !Meeting 7 8 JMeetlng 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 23 [ ] 25 Split screen control 4 < James • • E!!!! Q \. Hey there. Hi.
Getting started Edge screen The Edge screen is made up of several customizable edge panels. Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information. Edge handle G Say "Hey Google" • .!, •• Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Configure Edge panels You can customize the Edge panels. 1. From the Edge screen, tap 2. Settings. C) to enable the feature. 0 The following options are available: Tap • 0 Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel. • Edit (if available): Configure individual panels. • Q Search: Find panels that are either installed or available to install. •• More options: • • – Reorder: Change the order of the panels by dragging them to the left or right.
Getting started Edge panel style Change the style of the Edge handle. 1. From the Edge screen, tap 0 Settings. 2. Tap •• More options > Handle settings for the following options: • • Colors: Choose a color for the Edge handle. • Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle. • Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle. Apps panel You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the Apps panel. 1.
Getting started Smart Select The Smart select feature captures an area of the screen as an image or animation that you can share or pin to the screen. 1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Smart select panel is displayed. 2. Tap a Smart select tool to use: • • • • 8 Rectangle: Capture a rectangular area of the screen. 8 8 Animation: Record activity on the screen as an animated GIF. e Oval: Capture an oval area of the screen.
Getting started • Surface level: Use the device to determine if a surface is level by placing the device on the surface. The surface is level when the x and y values are close to or equal to zero degrees. – Tap Calibrate to calibrate the level. • Ruler: Use the edge of the device as a ruler to measure a straight line in either inches or centimeters. Tap the unit name to change the units.
Getting started Edge lighting Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive calls or notifications, which makes alerts visible even when the screen is face-down. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap 0 -,•'~- Display > Edge screen > Edge lighting. ~I# to enable the feature. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Lighting style Customize the color, width, and transparency of the Edge lighting feature. 1. From Settings, tap -•- Display > Edge screen > Edge lighting. ~I# #I~ 2. Tap Lighting style to customize: • Effect: Choose an edge effect. • Color: Choose a preset or custom color, and enable app colors. – Tap Add keyword to configure a custom lighting effect for specific text that appears in notification titles. • Advanced: Adjust other Edge lighting qualities.
Getting started Show Edge lighting Choose when Edge lighting will replace notifications. 1. From Settings, tap -•- Display > Edge screen > Edge lighting. ~I# #I~ 2. Tap Show Edge lighting to choose: • While screen is on: Edge lighting will replace regular notification pop-ups. • While screen is off: Edge lighting will replace notifications that turn the screen on. • Always: Display edge lighting for all notifications regardless of if the screen is on or off.
Getting started Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice. ~ Save I Title D Go to the grocery store D Do laundry D Call mom a ·- Al ... e CT) p, 2 1 w Q E @ A 't 4 3 y T 8 0 9 I u p 0 ( & $ Expand toolbar 0 7 6 5 R # ~ II B -T ~ ~ ) s D F G H J K L z X C V B N M a !#1 English (US) Ill 0 V I ... ·- · ◌ Tap a field to display the Samsung keyboard. • Tap Show predictive text to view suggested words while you type.
Getting started Toolbar functions The toolbar provides additional helpful functions. ◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap ••• Expand toolbar for the following options: • ~ Clipboard: Access the clipboard. e Emojis: Insert an emoji. • mGIF keyboard: Add animated GIFs. • • T# Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text. • ~ Modes: Select a keyboard layout. • Settings: Access keyboard settings. 0 • p, Stickers: Add illustrated stickers.
Getting started Use Samsung voice input Instead of typing, enter text by speaking. - ----------- - ,& Save I Title D Go to the grocery store D Do laundry D Call mom B 0 Tap to pause Open settings Return to keyboard - -- - ffi!ill EN(US) © Ill 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap 0 V Voice input. 2. Tap the screen and speak your text. Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started Configure Samsung voice input Set customized options for Samsung voice input. 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap 2. Tap Voice input. Settings for options. • Keyboard language: Choose the language for the keyboard. • Voice input language: Select the language for Samsung voice input. • Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks. • About Samsung voice input: View version and legal information for Samsung voice input.
Getting started l Share my location: Send your location information to your emergency contacts. l Phone: Launch the call screen. l Internet: Launch the web browser. Add l – Calculator: Launch the Calculator app. – Clock: Launch the Clock app. – Email: Launch the Email app. – Internet: Launch the Internet app. – Maps: Launch Google Maps™. – Samsung Notes: Launch the Samsung Notes app. l l l l I Battery charge: Displays estimated battery charge percentage.
Getting started Turn off Emergency mode When emergency mode is turned off, the device returns to standard mode. ◌ Tap ••• More options, and tap Turn off Emergency mode. -~- NOTE When Emergency mode is activated, Locating method is set to Battery saving. After Emergency mode is turned off, you may need to adjust your location settings. For more information, see Location on page 160.
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Apps Using apps The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store. ◌ From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to access the Apps list. Uninstall or disable apps Installed apps can be removed from your device. Some apps that are preloaded (available on your device by default) can only be disabled. Disabled apps are turned off and hidden from the Apps list. ◌ From Apps, touch and hold an app, and tap Uninstall/Disable.
Apps Create and use folders You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list. 1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted. 2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. • Folder name: Name the folder. • • 0 Palette: Change the folder color. + < Add apps: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Done. 3. Tap Back to close the folder.
Apps App settings Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps. Options vary by app. •• Apps. •• 2. Tap •• More options for the following options: 1. From Settings, tap • • Sort by: Sort the apps by size, name, last used, or last updated. • Default apps: Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain features, like email or browsing the Internet. • Permission manager: Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device.
Apps App info options • Open: Launch the app. Not all apps have this option. • Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the app. Some preloaded apps can only be disabled, not uninstalled. • Force stop: Stop an app that is not working correctly.
Apps Samsung apps The following apps are either preloaded or downloaded over-the-air to your device during setup. Galaxy Essentials Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung apps. You can access and download a collection of premium content. ◌ From Apps, tap 0 •• More options > Galaxy Essentials. • Galaxy Store Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store.
Apps a PENUP Share photos, comment on other creations, or just browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection. This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble or paint. ◌ From Apps, tap Samsung folder > 0 PENUP. Samsung Global Goals Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that support these causes with ads from this app. ◌ From Apps, tap Samsung Global Goals.
Apps Before you start exercising Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine, it is always best to make sure you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen.
Apps 0 Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to learn more. ◌ From Apps, tap Samsung folder > 0 Samsung Notes > Create. Add an attachment Access tools Assign a category te o Title D Go to the grocery store D Do laundry D Call mom ·- II • CT) Al ..
Apps Create notes Add text, images, voice recordings and more. 1. From Q Samsung Notes, tap Create note. 2. When you are finished, tap Save. Edit notes Make edits to notes you create. 1. From 2. Tap Samsung Notes, tap a note to view it. Edit and make changes. When you are finished, tap Save. Notes options You can edit, sort, or manage notes. ◌ From Q Samsung Notes, tap ••• More options for the following options: • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move.
Apps e Samsung Pay Samsung Pay™ lets you make payments with your device. It is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is required. For support, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay. ◌ From Apps, tap -'tJ- e Samsung Pay, and tap Get started and follow the prompts. NOTE For added security, your credit and debit card information is not stored on a cloud service.
Apps To use Simple Pay: 1. From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. • Your payment card and Simple Pay are displayed. 2. Drag the card down to close Simple Pay. Use gift cards with Samsung Pay Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an expanding selection of your favorite retailers. To view the list of supported banks and gift card merchants, visit samsung.com/us/samsung-pay/compatible-cards/#bank.
Apps SmartThings SmartThings allows you to control, automate, and monitor your home environment through a mobile device to fit your specific needs. You can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time. Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard. ◌ From Apps, tap Samsung folder > SmartThings, and sign in with your Samsung account.
Apps Calculator The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter. ◌ From Apps, tap Calculator. - - - - - - - Unit converter Convert between measurements. 174,840 History View past calculations. C () % ...:. 7 8 9 X 4 5 6 1 2 3 +/- 0 Ill 0 Scientific mode If the icon is not visible, turn your device to landscape. + • < Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Apps Calendar The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place. ◌ From Apps, tap Calendar.
Apps Add calendars Add your accounts to the Calendar app. 1. From 2. Tap Calendar, tap -- Navigation drawer. Settings > Add new account and select an account type. 3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts. -:¢:- TIP Accounts may also support email, contacts, and other features. Calendar alert priority Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different priority levels. --- 1. From C!) Calendar, tap Navigation drawer > following options are available: Settings > Alert priority.
Apps Camera You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. ◌ From Apps, tap _w_ ,\j, Camera. TIP If Quick launch is enabled, quickly press the Power key twice. Settings . .. ..•• : t - Zoom \ . - ··l · · 'Ii · · -Ii\ ; .. .,. . /~ -- • .. ·-.. •·' ·1 • fT · •.•:-::""T~ ~r;•a.-:-:~9\ ........,.lllr. -= ... "WTT.•. -- . --,,.--- • zr . . •· • ,i \ . ;r, { Scene optimizer i ~-.
Apps Navigate the camera screen Take stunning pictures with your device’s front and rear cameras. 1. From Camera, set up your shot with the following features: • Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus. – When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the circle to adjust the brightness. • To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or down. • To change to a different shooting mode, swipe the screen right or left. • To change camera settings, tap 2.
Apps Live focus Add interactive focus effects to your pictures. 1. From Camera, swipe to Live focus. 2. Drag the slider to fine-tune the effect. Scene optimizer Your camera can automatically detect what is in frame and adjusts accordingly to help you get beautiful photos by changing the exposure, contrast, white balance, and more. The Scene optimizer is only available when using the rear camera. ◌ From Camera, swipe to Photo.
Apps • More: Choose other available shooting modes. Tap Edit to drag modes into or out of the Modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen. – Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures. – Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction. – Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food. – Night: Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.
Apps Camera settings Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera’s settings. ◌ From Camera, tap Settings for the following options: Intelligent features • Scene optimizer: Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter. • Scan QR codes: Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera. Pictures • Rear picture size: Choose resolution and aspect ratio for pictures captured with the rear camera.
Apps Useful features • HDR (rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture. • Tracking auto-focus: Keep a moving subject in focus. • Pictures as previewed: Save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them. • Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video. • Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.
Apps Q Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. ◌ From Apps, tap Q Clock, and tap a tab to use a feature. Alarm in 1 hour 28 minutes Wed, J an 30, 5:30 PM Create new alarm + 6:00AM MTWTF S m - - - - Turn alarm on or off 12:15 PM Thu, Jan 31 Q) 5:30 PM Wed, Jan 30 C) Alarm World clock Stopwatch Timer Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Apps Alarm Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to be notified. 1. From Q Clock, tap + Add alarm. 2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm: • Time: Set a time for the alarm. • Day: Choose the days for this alarm. • Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. • Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. • Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert. • Snooze: Allow snoozing.
Apps World clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. < Add city ~----- Search - - ---1- Search for a city Find a particular city. Location Center the globe on your current location. City Globe View the current time and add to your list of cities. Drag to spin and see times around the world. 1. From Q Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap + Add city > Search for a city, and enter the name of the city. 3.
Apps Time zone converter Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities. 1. From Q Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap •• More options > Time zone converter. • 3. Tap Menu to choose a different city. • To add a city to the list, tap + Add city. 4. Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) on the clock to set a time. Local times for the other cities listed are automatically updated. • To return the clock to the current time, tap Reset.
Apps Timer Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From Q Clock, tap Timer. 2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer. 3. Tap Start to begin the Timer. • To temporarily stop the Timer, tap Pause. To continue, tap Resume. • To stop and reset the Timer, tap Cancel. Preset timer Name and save preset timers. 1. From Q Clock, tap Timer > + Add preset timer. 2. Configure the countdown time and timer name. 3. Tap Add to save the timer.
Apps e Contacts Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features. ◌ From Apps, tap e Contacts > 0 Create contact. Ph one Add profile picture : Name Maria Jones V 1111 Work info + \. Phone (817) 555-151 1 il:'oil Mobile Email .:.\ Groups v Add, delete, and expand fields Not assigned View more Cancel Ill Save 0 < Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustration
Apps Edit a contact When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information. , 1. From 2. Tap e Contacts, tap a contact. Edit. 3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information. 4. Tap Save. Call or message a contact You can quickly call or message a contact using their default phone number. 1. From Contacts, tap a contact. 2. Tap Call or Message.
Apps Direct share Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window. ◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Direct share, and tap C) to enable the feature. Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts. Create a group Create your own contact groups. 1. From e Contacts, tap -- Open drawer > Groups. 2.
Apps Send an email to a group Send an email to members of a group. Contacts, tap - Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group. e • 1. From 2. Tap •• More options > Send email. 3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap Done. • Only group members that have an email address in their records are displayed. 4. Choose an email account and follow the prompts. Delete a group Delete a group you have created.
Apps Export contacts Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From e Contacts tap -- Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Import or export contacts. 3. Tap Export and follow the prompts. Link contacts Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one contact by linking entries into a single contact. Contacts, tap the contact to select it. e • 1. From 2. Tap •• More options > Link to another contact. 3. Tap contacts to choose them. 4. Tap Link.
Apps Email View and manage multiple email accounts in one app. To add an email account, see Add an email account on page 9. ◌ From Apps, tap Email. Send message Add attachment To John Hi Joh n I hope you are doing well . Plea se ca ll me later today. • Thanks! {2_ ~ e CT) 1 p, 2 II 4 3 "' 7 6 5 B 12T Roboto ... .., 0 8 0 9 I w e q Iii> a .... r • y t u 0 • ( s d f g h k z X C V b n m !#1 English (US) Ill 0 I p V a ...
Apps Create and send an email Compose and send email messages from your device. 1. From e Email, tap o Compose. • Different email account may have additional steps and options. 2. Tap the To field to add an email address or tap 00 Add from Contacts to select a recipient from your contacts. • When adding multiple recipients, separate them with a semicolon (;). More recipients can be added at any time before the message is sent.
Apps View multiple email accounts You can view email you receive for multiple accounts, or you can view email accounts individually. ◌ From Email, tap Navigation drawer for the following options: • [Account name]: View email for only one email account. • All accounts: View all email in a combined inbox. -'tJ- TIP Accounts may also support calendars, contacts, and other features. Email settings Modify settings associated with using the Email app. ◌ From Email, tap Navigation drawer > Settings.
Apps Gallery Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos. ◌ From Apps, tap Gallery.
Apps View pictures Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. • To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Q Favorite. • To access the following features, tap •• More options: • – Details: View and edit information about the picture. – Set as wallpaper: Set the picture as wallpaper.
Apps Play video View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video details. 1. From 0 Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos. • To mark the video as a favorite, tap Favorites under the Albums tab. Q Favorite. The video is added to • To access the following features, tap •• More options: • – Details: View and edit information about the video.
Apps • Draw: Draw on your video. • Speed: Adjust the play speed. • Audio: Adjust the volume levels and add background music to the video. 4. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted. Share pictures and videos Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app. 1. From 2. Tap Gallery, tap Pictures. ••• More options > Share, and then tap pictures and videos to select them. 3. Tap Share, and then choose an app or connection to use for sharing your selection. Follow the prompts.
Apps Title: Add a title and a description to your movie. • • Audio: Adjust the volume of your movie, add sounds effects, or add music. • Clips: View and edit each video or picture in your movie. • Add: Incorporate additional clips from the gallery. • Share: Send your movie to friends and family. 4. Tap Save. Take a screenshot Capture an image of your screen. Your device will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app.
Apps Screen recorder Record activities on your device, write notes, and use the camera to record a video overlay of yourself to share with friends or family. ,• 1. From Quick Settings, tap • Tap • Tap 0 Screen recorder to begin recording. Draw to draw on the screen. - Selfie video to include a recording from your front camera. 2. Tap @ Stop to finish recording. These are automatically saved to the Screen recording album in the Gallery.
Apps Q Internet Samsung Internet is a simple, fast, and reliable web browser for your device. Experience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode, Biometric Web Login, and Contents Blocker. ◌ From Apps, tap 0 Internet. Add to -----+I-- ◊ Bookmarks ALL Iii www.google.com •·· IMAGES o - --- - - Reload webpage Sign in Go gle D Access Bookmarks Access Tabs Navigate -'tJ- TIP Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-internet for more information.
Apps Browser tabs Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. ◌ From 0 Internet, tap [TI] Tabs > New tab. • To close a tab, tap lTil Tabs > X Close tab. Bookmarks The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Saved pages, and your browsing History. Open a Bookmark Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks page. 1. From 0 Internet, tap Bookmarks. 2. Tap a bookmark entry. Save a web page Saving a web page stores its content on your device so that you can access it offline.
Apps Secret mode Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows. Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab. Q 1. From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn on Secret mode. Tap any of the following features for additional protection: • Smart anti-tracking • Ask sites not to track me • Lock Secret mode 2.
Apps 0 Messages Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send emojis, or just say a quick hello. ◌ From Apps, tap e Messages > 0 Compose new message. - - ---- ---- - < James 359 Pl. • Heythere. Hi. 3:59PM Do you want to have lunch on Thursday? 4 :00 PM Open More options • Sounds good . 4:00 PM 4:01 PM Add attachments - - -- •=MM::¥♦ a + E!!! • CT) 1 2 p, E ....
Apps Delete conversations You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations. 1. From e Messages, tap ••• More options > Delete. 2. Tap each conversation you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted. Emergency alerts Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message. 1. From e Messages, tap ••• More options > Settings. 2.
Apps 0 My Files View and manage files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. ◌ From Apps, tap Samsung folder > 0 My Files. - - - - - - ---~ - Q My Files Search Categories e! a J' Images Videos Audio i APK Documents II Downloads Install ation files Internal storage 22.21 GB/ 128 GB SD card Storage locations 266 MB/ 14.87 GB ,_ OneDrive Not signed In Google Drive Not signed In See what's taking up space on your phone.
Apps File groups Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: • Recent files: View recently accessed files. – This option is displayed if one or more files have been accessed recently. • Categories: View your files based on the file type. • Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts. – Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to. • Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.
Apps 8 Phone The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced calling features. See your carrier for more information. ◌ From a Home screen, tap 8 Phone. Q Phone : + Add to Contacts (817) 555-1510 Access voicemail 1 2 3 QD ABC DEF 4 5 6 GHI JKL MNO 7 8 9 PQRS TUV wxvz * 0 # + Access Messages Make a call Ill 0 < Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Apps Calls The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more. Make a call Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen. ◌ From 8 Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call. • Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. Enable swipe to call Swipe a contact or number to the right to make a call. 1. From Settings, tap or send messages. 2. Tap 0 Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Swipe to call to enable this feature.
Apps Answer a call When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name is displayed. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call. ◌ On the incoming call screen, drag -'lj- \.. I Answer to the right to answer the call. TIP On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Answer to answer the call. Decline a call You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.
Apps Switch to headset or speaker Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth® headset (not included). ◌ Tap ◄ >) Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker or tap the caller using a Bluetooth headset. * Bluetooth to hear Multitask If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar. To return to the call screen: ◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.
Apps Manage calls Your calls are recorded in a call log. You can set up speed dials, block numbers, and use voicemail. Call log The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. ◌ From 8 Phone, tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed. Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list. 1. From 8 Phone, tap Recents. 2.
Apps Block a number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received. 1. From 8 Phone, tap Recents. 2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 3. Tap -'¢- 0 Details > Block, and confirm when prompted. TIP You can also modify your Block list in Settings. From options > Settings > Block numbers.
Apps Remove a Speed dial number You can remove an assigned Speed dial number. 1. From 2. Tap 8 - Phone, tap •• More options > Speed dial numbers. • Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial. Voicemail Use your phone’s voicemail feature. For information on setting up voicemail, see Set up voicemail on page 10. 1. From 8 Phone, touch and hold the ao1 1 key. 2. Follow the voice prompts from the voicemail center.
Apps Optional calling services If available with your service plan, the following calling services are supported. Place a multi-party call If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress. 1. From the active call, tap + Add call to dial the second call. 2. Dial the new number and tap 0 Call. When the call is answered: • Tap the On hold number to switch between the two calls. • Tap Merge to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).
Apps Google apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Chrome Browse the Internet with Chrome™ and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your 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 more. 0 Duo Make one-to-one video calls. Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more.
Apps Maps Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location on page 160. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more. I ~ Photos Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with Google Photos™. Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more. Play Movies & TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can also view videos saved on your device. Visit play.google.
Apps Microsoft apps Enjoy these apps from Microsoft. Excel View, create, and edit spreadsheet on your device. You can unlock the full Excel® experience with an Office 365™ subscription. OneDrive Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive® account—accessible from your personal computer, tablet, or phone. (~JPowerPoint View, create, and edit presentations on your device. You can unlock the full PowerPoint® experience with an Office 365 subscription.
Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Settings ◄•> Qe Sounds and vibration Sound mode, Ringtone, Volume Notifications Accounts App notifications, Status bar, Do not disturb ..... .,.
Settings Access Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device settings. Drag down the Status bar, and then tap (I Settings. From Apps, tap Settings. Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can search for it. 1. From Settings, tap Q Search, and enter keywords. 2. Tap an entry to go to that setting. Connections Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.
Settings 3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network: • Network name: Type the exact name of the network. • Security: Select a security option from the list, and enter the password if required. • MAC address type: Choose which type of MAC address to use for this connection. • Auto reconnect: Choose this option if you want to automatically reconnect to this network whenever you are in range. • Advanced: Add any advanced options, such as IP and Proxy settings. 4. Tap Save.
Settings • Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. • MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to some secured networks (not configurable). • IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable). Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi to share data between devices. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap C) to turn on Wi-Fi. 2. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. 3. Tap a device, and then follow the prompts to connect.
Settings Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From Settings, tap Bluetooth. 2. Tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap 0 to turn on Settings next to the device name, and then tap Rename. 3. Enter a new name, and tap Rename. Unpair from a Bluetooth device When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other. 1. From Settings, tap Bluetooth. 2.
Settings Phone visibility Turn on visibility to allow other Bluetooth devices to find your device. ◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Phone visibility, and then tap C) to make your device visible. NFC and payment Near Field Communication (NFC) allows you to communicate with another device without connecting to a network. This technology is used by Android Beam and certain payment apps.
Settings _w_ ,\j, TIP NFC technology is used with Samsung Pay. Turn on this feature to see how easy and secure it is to use your device to make payments. Airplane mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap 0 Connections > Airplane mode. to enable this feature. Mobile networks Use Mobile networks to configure your device's ability to connect to mobile networks and use mobile data.
Settings Turn on Data saver Use Data saver to reduce your data consumption by preventing selected apps from sending or receiving data in the background. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap Connections > Data usage > Data saver. to turn on Data saver. • To allow some apps to have unrestricted data usage, tap Allow app while Data saver on, and tap next to each app to specify restrictions. 0 Monitor mobile data You can customize your mobile data access by setting limits and restrictions.
Settings Roaming data usage You can monitor data usage when roaming off outside of your carrier’s network. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. 2. Tap Roaming data usage to see data usage if and when your device is roaming. Mobile hotspot Mobile hotspot uses your data plan to create a Wi-Fi network that can be used by multiple devices. 1. From Settings, tap Mobile hotspot. 2. Tap 0 Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > to turn on Mobile hotspot. 3.
Settings • Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, you can view or change it. • Power saving mode: Reduce battery usage by analyzing hotspot traffic. • Protected management frames: Enable this feature for additional privacy protections. Timeout settings You can set the Mobile hotspot to automatically turn off when there are no connected devices. 1. From Settings, tap Mobile hotspot. 2. Tap _w_ ,\j, Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > •• More options > Timeout settings, an
Settings Auto hotspot Share your hotspot connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account. 1. From Settings, tap hotspot. Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile 2. Tap Auto hotspot, and tap 0 to enable the feature. Tethering You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with another device. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering. 2.
Settings MirrorLink If your car is compatible with MirrorLink™ you can mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. Visit mirrorlink.com to learn more. 1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable. 2. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > MirrorLink. 3. Tap Connect to car via USB, and follow the prompts.
Settings Manage a VPN Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 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, connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap a VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect.
Settings Sounds and vibration You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys. ◌ From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
Settings Volume Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio. ◌ From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Volume, and drag the sliders. -'A'l\:f' TIP You can also use the Volume key to adjust the volume. Slide the volume controls to customize all volume options. Use Volume keys for media Set the default of the Volume key to control the media volume. 1. From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Volume. 2. Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature.
Settings Notification sound Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts. 1. From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Notification sound. 2. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it. -'fJ- TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using the App settings menu. System sounds and vibration Customize your device's sounds and vibrations for actions like tapping the screen and charging the device.
Settings Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos quality when playing content that was specifically mixed 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 audio that flows above and around you. • Dolby Atmos for gaming: Get realistic Dolby Atmos sound automatically when you play games.
Settings Adapt sound Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience. 1. From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects > Adapt sound. 2. Tap the sound profile that fits you best, and tap -h','t:{, TIP Tap 0 Settings to customize. + Add personalized sound profile to take a hearing test and let your device identify the best sound for you.
Settings • App icon badges: Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons. Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications. • Status bar: Modify how many notifications appear on the Status bar. • LED indicator: Use the LED indicator for status notifications, like sound recording, unread notifications, and battery charging. • Do not disturb: Block sounds and notifications while this mode is turned on.
Settings Display You can configure the screen brightness, timeout delay, font size, and many other display settings. Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preference. 1. From Settings, tap -•- Display. ~I# #I~ 2. Customize options under Brightness: • Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level. • Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on the lighting conditions.
Settings Dark mode Dark mode allows you to switch to a darker theme to keep your eyes more comfortable at night, darkening white or bright screens and notifications. ◌ From Settings, tap -•- Display > Dark mode for the following options: 'I# #I' • Turn on now: Put your device in Dark mode. • Turn on as scheduled: Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule. • Apply to wallpaper: Apply Dark mode settings to the wallpaper when it is active.
Settings Screen zoom Adjust the zoom level to increase or decrease the size of content on the screen. 1. From Settings, tap Display > Screen zoom. 2. Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust the zoom level. Screen resolution You can lower the screen resolution to save battery power, or increase it to sharpen the image quality. 1. From Settings, tap -,•,' Display > Screen resolution. 'I# 2. Tap your preferred resolution, and then tap Apply. _w_ ,\j, NOTE Some apps may not support higher or lower screen
Settings Accidental touch protection Prevent the screen from detecting touch input while the device is in a dark place, such as a pocket or a bag. ◌ From Settings, tap the feature. -•- Display > Accidental touch protection to enable or disable ~I# #I~ Touch sensitivity Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen protectors. ◌ From Settings, tap -•- Display > Touch sensitivity to enable.
Settings Lift to wake Turn on the screen by lifting the device. ◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Lift to wake to enable this feature. Smart stay Smart stay uses the front camera to detect your face so that the screen stays on while you are looking at it. ◌ From Settings, tap and tap 0 Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Smart stay, to enable the feature. One-handed mode You can change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one hand. 1.
Settings Device maintenance View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. Quick optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: • Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. • Scanning for malware.
Settings Storage View the device storage and usage. You can also mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). Device storage Quickly optimize your device’s storage, increasing available memory. ◌ From Settings, tap @ Device care > Storage > Clean now. Memory card Once an optional microSD memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory is displayed in the Storage setting. For more information, see Assemble your device on page 4.
Settings Format a memory card When formatting an SD card, you should back up your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes ALL stored files. 1. From Settings, tap @ Device care > Storage > Advanced. 2. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, tap Format, and then follow the prompts. Memory Check the amount of available memory. You can close background apps and reduce the amount of memory you are using to speed up your device.
Settings • Auto restart: Automatically restart the device on a custom schedule. – Days: Choose one or more days to restart the device. – Time: Choose a time of day to restart the device. • Optimize settings: Save battery power by optimizing settings when the device is not in use. – Brightness: Reduce brightness. – Screen timeout: Turn off the screen after 30 seconds of inactivity. – Media volume: Limit playback volume to 46%. Language and input Configure your device’s language and input settings.
Settings Manage on-screen keyboards Enable or disable on-screen keyboards. 1. From Settings, tap ..... ...... General management > Language and input. ..... 2. Tap On-screen keyboard > + Manage keyboards. 3. Tap each keyboard to enable or disable. Show keyboard button Show a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards. 1. From Settings, tap keyboard. ..... ...... General management > Language and input > On-screen ..... 2. Tap Show keyboard button to enable this feature.
Settings Text-to-speech Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. ...... ◌ From Settings, tap ...... ...... General management > Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings for options. • Language: Set the default speech language. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken. • Pitch: Set the pitch of the speech.
Settings Date and time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually. ..... ..... ◌ From Settings, tap ...... General management > Date and time. The following options are available: • Automatic date and time: Receive date and time updates from your wireless network. When Automatic date and time is disabled, the following options are available: – Select time zone: Choose a new time zone.
Settings Reset Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Reset settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset settings. 2. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.
Settings Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files. Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected. When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is activated.
Settings You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have your Google Account username and password. CAUTION Before sending your device to Samsung or taking it to a Samsungauthorized service center, remove your Google Account and then perform a factory data reset. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/frp. Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically activates the FRP security feature.
Settings 2. Tap 0 to enable showing notifications on the lock screen. The following options are available: • View style: Display notification details or hide them and show only an icon. • Hide content: Do not show notifications in the Notification panel. • Notifications to show: Choose which notifications to show on the Lock screen. • Show on Always On Display: Display notifications on the Always on Display screen. 3. Tap Done when finished. 4.
Settings • Notifications: Select which notifications to display on the Lock screen and Always On Display screen. • Shortcuts: Select which app shortcuts to add to the Lock screen. • About Lock screen: Update the Lock screen’s software. Google Play Protect You can configure Google Play to regularly check your apps and device for security risks and threats. ◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Google Play Protect. • Updates are checked for automatically.
Settings Security update You can easily check the date of the last installed security software update and find out if newer updates are available. ◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Security update to see the latest security update installed and check if a newer update is available. Google Play system update You can easily check the date of the last installed security software update for Google Play and find out if newer updates are available.
Settings Secure Folder You can create a secure folder on your device to protect private content and apps from anyone who may be using your device. You must sign in to your Samsung account to set up and use Secure folder. ◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Secure Folder and follow the prompts to secure content on your device. Secure Wi-Fi Get extra privacy protection while using unsecured Wi-Fi networks. You must sign in to your Samsung account to set up and use Secure Wi-Fi.
Settings Decrypt SD card You can decrypt an optional memory card (not included) if it was encrypted by this device. You may want to decrypt the memory card if you plan to use it with another device or before performing a Factory data reset. 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Encrypt or decrypt SD card. 2. Tap Decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to decrypt all data on your memory card. View passwords You can have characters displayed briefly in password fields as you type them.
Settings Credential storage You can manage the trusted security certificates installed on your device, which verify the identity of servers for secure connections. ◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings for the following options: • Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents. • View security certificates: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you have installed.
Settings Location Location services use a combination of GPS, mobile network and Wi-Fi to determine the location of your device. 1. From Settings, tap 0 Location. 2. Tap C) to turn on Location services. -'IJ- TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality. App permissions Configure permissions for apps that want to access your location information. 1. From Settings, tap 0 Location > App permissions. 2.
Settings Location services Location services store and use your device’s most recent location data. Certain apps can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited. 1. From Settings, tap 0 Location. 2. Tap an entry under Location services to see how your location information is used.
Settings Accounts You can connect to and manage your accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Samsung Cloud You can keep your data safe by backing up and restoring your device. You can also sync your data from multiple devices. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-cloud. 1. From Settings, tap l Accounts and backup > Samsung Cloud.
Settings Remove an account You can remove accounts from your device. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. 2. Tap the account and then tap Remove account. Backup and restore You can configure your device to back up data to your personal accounts. Samsung account You can enable backup of your information to your Samsung account. ◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Backup and restore for options: • Back up data: Configure your Samsung account to back up your data.
Settings Google settings You can configure your device’s Google settings. Available options depend on your Google Account. ◌ From Settings, tap G Google, and select an option to customize. Accessibility There are accessibility settings for people who need help seeing, hearing, or otherwise operating their device. Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for everyone. For more information about Accessibility for Samsung products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.
Settings Visibility enhancements You can configure Accessibility features to assist with visual aspects of your device. Colors and clarity You can adjust the colors and contrast of text and other screen elements for easier viewing. • Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap 7' • High contrast theme: Adjust colors and screen fonts to increase the contrast for easier viewing.
Settings Size and zoom You can increase the size of supported screen elements and create shortcuts for accessibility features on your device. • Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap ,r • Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen. • Magnification: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
Settings Text display You can convert speech to text and watch closed captions when viewing multimedia. • Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap ,r • Live transcribe: Use the microphone to record speech and convert it to text. • Subtitle settings: Configure closed caption and subtitle services. • Sound detectors: Receive alerts when the device detects a baby crying or a doorbell.
Settings Interactions You can simplify the motions needed to answer phone calls or respond to notifications and alarms. • Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap ,r • Answering and ending calls: – Read caller names aloud: Hear callers’ names read aloud when using Bluetooth or headsets (not included). – Answer automatically: Answer calls after a set duration when using Bluetooth or headsets (not included).
Settings Mouse and physical keyboard Configure settings for a connected mouse and physical keyboard. • Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap ,r • Click after pointer stops: Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops over it. • Sticky keys: When you press a modifier key like Shift, Ctrl, or Alt, the key stays pressed down, which allows you to enter keyboard shortcuts by pressing one key at a time.
Settings Notifications • Accessibility > Advanced settings and tap an option: ◌ From Settings, tap 7f • Flash notification: Flash either the camera light or the screen when you receive notifications or when alarms sound. • Notification reminders: Set periodic reminders for any unread notifications. • Time to take action: Choose how long to show messages that ask you to take action, but are visible only temporarily (like notifications).
Settings Other settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. Help View the user manual on your device. • ◌ From Settings, tap Tips and help. • Dual Messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app. 1. From Settings, tap 2. Tap 0 l Advanced features > Dual Messenger. next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app. To select which contacts have access to the secondary messenger app, tap Use separate contacts list.
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Legal information Maintaining water and dust resistance CAUTION To avoid electric shock and damage to your device, do not charge device while it is wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle device, charger or cords with wet hands while charging. The device is not impervious to dust and water damage in any situation. It is important that all compartments are closed tightly.
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Legal information Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files. Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary. The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory.
