AT&T Motivate User Manual

AT&T Motivate

User Guide

™

Contents

Getting started . . ... ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........................ . . 9

Introduction . . ... . . ......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

About the user guide ................................................... .10

Set up your phone . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... ........... 11

Parts and functions ..................................................... . 11

Batter y use ............................................................ . 13

Install a SIM/SD Card ................................................... .15

Turn your phone on and off .............................................. .19

Complete the setup screens ............................................. .19

Use the touch screen ................................................... .20

Basic operations . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........................ . 21

Home screen and Apps list .............................................. .22

Phone settings menu ................................................... .25

rtrait and landscape screen orientation ................................. .26

Po

Capture screenshots ................................................... .27

Applications .......................................................... .28

Phone number ........................................................ .34

Airplane mode ........................................................ .35

Enter text ............................................................. .36

Google account ....................................................... .39

Lock and unlock your screen ............................................ .42

Home screen basics .................................................... .43

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Customize the Home screen ............................................. .49

Making connections . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................... 51

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Phone . . ... . .......................... ..................... . . . . . . . . . 52

Make a call ............................................................ 52

Call settings ............................................................60

Contacts . ... . . .......................... ................... . . . . . . . . . 61

Add a contact ..........................................................61

Edit a contact ..........................................................67

Delete a contact ........................................................68

Share a contact ........................................................69

Messaging . . . ... . . ......................................... . . . . . . . . . .70

Text and multimedia messages ...........................................70

Advanced Messaging ................................................... 73

Gmail .................................................................75

Internet and social networking ... ..... ..... . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . .........79

Chrome browser ........................................................79

Facebook Lite ..........................................................80

Connectivity . . ... ....... ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................... . . .81

Wi-Fi ...................................................................83

Bluetooth ..............................................................83

Apps and entertainment . . ... .... ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................... 89

Camera and video . . ... . . .... ..................... . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Camera overview ....................................................... 90

Take photos and record videos 92

Camera settings ........................................................94

View pictures and video using Gallery Go .................................. 95

Edit photos .............................................................98

Share pictures and videos ...............................................100

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Productivity . . ... ........ .... ...................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Calendar ............................................................ . 101

Navigation apps ...................................................... . 105

Google Search ........................................................ 108

Calculator ........................................................... . 111

Clock ............................................................... .114

Entertainment and activities ... ..... ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... . 120

YouTube ............................................................. .120

Settings . . ... . ......................... ........................ . . . . . . . 122

Basic set tings . . ... ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................... . . 123

Network & internet . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... ......... . 126

Wi-Fi ................................................................. .126

Wi-Fi Calling ......................................................... .129

Mobile network ....................................................... . 130

Data usage .......................................................... . 130

Hotspot & tethering .................................................... .131

Airplane mode ....................................................... .133

VPN (Virtual Private Net w

Private DNS ........................................................... .134

Connected devices . . ... ... ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... ......... . 135

USB ................................................................. .135

Pair new device ....................................................... .136

Connection preferences ............................................... .136

Bluetooth ............................................................ . 136

Printing .............................................................. . 139

Files received via Bluetooth ............................................. .139

orks) ........................................... .133

. . ... .... ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... ......... . . 140

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Recently opened apps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

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Screen time .......................................................... .141

Default apps ......................................................... .142

Permission manager ................................................... .142

Special app access ................................................... .142

Battery . . ... . ......................... ..................... . . . . . . . . . 143

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Batter y Saver ......................................................... .144

Batter y Manager ...................................................... . 145

Batter y percentage ................................................... .146

Last full charge ....................................................... .146

Screen usage since full charge ......................................... .146

Display . . . . . ....... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . ................... ..... . . . . . . 147

Brightness level ....................................................... .148

Night Light ........................................................... .148

Adaptive brightness ................................................... .148

Wallpaper ........................................................... .148

Dark theme .......................................................... .148

Screen timeout ....................................................... .148

Auto-rotate screen .................................................... .148

Font size ............................................................. .149

Display size ........................................................... . 149

Screen saver .......................................................... 149

Lock screen display ................................................... .149

Sound . . ... . . . ........................................... . ... . . . . . . . 150

Media volume ........................................................ .151

Call volume

.......................................................... .151

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Ring volume .......................................................... . 151

Alarm volume ........................................................ .151

Vibrate for calls ....................................................... .151

Do Not Disturb ........................................................ .151

Shortcut to prevent ringing ............................................. . 151

Phone ringtone ....................................................... .151

.............................................. .152

Default alarm sound ................................................... .152

Other sounds and vibrations ............................................ .152

Storage . . . . . . . ......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Storage manager ...................................................... 154

SD card .............................................................. .154

Privacy . . ... . . . .......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Permission manager ................................................... . 156

Show passwords ...................................................... . 156

Lock screen .......................................................... .156

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Google location history ................................................ .156

Activity controls ....................................................... .156

Ads ................................................................. .156

Usage & diagnostics ................................................... .157

Location . ... . . ......................... ................... . . . . . . . . . . 158

Recent location requests ............................................... .159

App permission ....................................................... .159

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanning ........................................... . 159

Emergency Location Service ............................................ . 159

Google Location Accuracy ............................................. .159

Google Location History ................................................ . 159

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Google Location Sharing ............................................... . 159

Security . ... . . ......................... .................... . ... . . . . . 160

Google Play Protect ................................................... . 161

Find My Device ....................................................... .161

Google Play system update .............................................161

Screen lock .......................................................... . 162

Smart Lock ........................................................... .164

Device admin apps ................................................... . 164

SIM card lock ......................................................... . 164

Encryption & credentials ............................................... . 165

Trust agents .......................................................... . 165

Screen pinning ....................................................... . 165

Accounts . ... . . ......................... .................. . . . ... . . . . 166

Add account ......................................................... . 166

Automatically sync data ............................................... . 166

Accessibility . . ... ....... ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................... . . . 167

Real-Time text call ..................................................... .167

Volume key shortcut ................................................... .168

Text-to- speech output ................................................. .168

isplay .............................................................. . 168

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Interaction controls .................................................... .169

Audio & on- screen text ................................................. .170

Experimental ......................................................... . 170

Digital Wellbeing & parental controls ... ..... ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Your Digital Wellbeing tools ............................................. .171

Ways to disconnect ................................................... .171

Reduce interruptions .................................................. .171

Show icon in the app list ............................................... .171

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Parental controls ...................................................... .171

Google . . . . . . . ......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

System . . ... . ......................... ..................... . . . . . . . . . 172

Languages & input .................................................... .172

Gestures ............................................................. .174

Date & time .......................................................... .175

Backup .............................................................. .175

Reset options ......................................................... .176

Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................................... 176

About phone . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......................... 177

Getting help . . ... . . ......................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

For assistance . . ... ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...................... . . 179

Troubleshooting ...................................................... . 179

........................................................ .181

Licenses ............................................................. .182

Copyright information ................................................. . 182

Safety and use . . ... ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............... .......... . 183

Important health information and safety precautions ... ..... ... . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Electrical safet y ....................................................... 184

Safety precautions for proper grounding installation ....................... 184

Safety precautions for power supply unit ................................. .185

Electrical safety ....................................................... .190

Protect your phone .................................................... .191

Regulatory agency identification ..... ....... .... . . . . . .

FCC Regulations ...................................................... .196

RF Exposure Information (SAR) .......................................... .197

Hearing Aid Compatibility ..... ........ . . . . . . . . .............. ...... .... 198

Warranty ..... ....... ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . ................... ...... .... 199

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Getting started

The topics in this section will introduce you to your phone, help you get set
up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you
started with basic phone operations.

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Introduction

The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new
phone.

About the user guide

Thank you for purchasing your new AT&T Motivate™ Smartphone. The following
topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.

Before using your phone

Read the Safety Information Guide that came with your device thoroughly for
proper usage.

Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Descriptions in the user guide

Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone’s setup at
the time of purchase. Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the
phone’s Home screen, which is displayed by pressing the Home button

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Screenshots and key labels

Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide may appear differently
on your phone.
from your phone’s display.

Other notations

In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as “phone,” “device,”
or “handset.” A microSD™ or microSDHC™ card is referred to as an “SD card”
or a “memory card.”

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Set up your phone

The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your

Parts and functions

These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions.

Proximity

and light

sensor

Front

camera

Touch

screen

Receiver

Volume

.

Headset port

keys

Power

key

Rear camera

Flash

USB Type-C

charging

port

Back

removal

notch

Microphone

Speaker

Note: Your phone’s screens and app layouts are subject to change. This user

guide uses sample images only.

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Part Description

Flash

Front camera

Headset port

Microphone

Power key

Proximity and light sensor

Rear camera

Receiver

Speaker

Touch screen

USB charging port

Volume keys

• Brighten photos taken indoors or at night.

• Use as a flashlight to see in dark areas.

Take pictures and record videos while facing the
screen.

Plug in a headset (sold separately) to listen to
music or for convenient, hands-free conversations.

Transmit your voice electronically for a call, voice
recording, or Google® Assistant.

• Press to turn the screen on or off.

• Press and hold to turn the phone on or off.

• Press along with the Volume down key to take a

screenshot.

A sensor will automatically dim or brighten the
screen according to the environment.

Take pictures and record videos.

Hear the caller and automated prompts.

Listen to calls, automated prompts, and music.

• View information needed to operate your phone.

• Access your phone’s features and applications.
Connect the USB Type-C cable (included) for

charging, or connect other accessories.
Adjust the volume for ringtones, media,

notifications, and system sounds.

CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

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Battery use

The following topics explain how to care for your phone’s battery.

Battery cautions

Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the device with no charge remaining.

Saved information and settings may become lost or changed, or the
device’s battery may become unusable. Charge once every six months
before storing or leaving unused for a long period of time.

Bulges: Depending on use, bulges may appear near the end of
battery life. This does not affect safety.

Replacement: The performance of the device's battery will decrease
over time. It needs to be r

eplaced if operating time shortens noticeably.

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Charge the battery

Follow these instructions to charge your phone using either the included
AC adapter or via USB connection on your computer.

Charge using the AC adapter

1. Connect one end of the data cable to the USB Type-C port located on the
bottom of your phone.

2. Connect the other end to the power adapter.

3. Connect the power adapter to an electrical outlet to fully charge your
phone.

• Use the power adapter that comes with your phone; using other

adapters may damage

• Charging your phone with a USB cable connected to a laptop will take

longer than with the power adapter.

your phone.

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• The phone will power off automatically when the battery is too low.

Charge the phone if this happens. When the battery is critically low, the
phone may need a few minutes to build a charge before turning back
on. Playing games or performing other activities while charging may drain
the battery and cause it to power off.

• The battery will gradually discharge if it is left unused for a long period of

time. Before using the phone again, you must recharge it in order to
power on and use your phone normally.

Note: Only use approved accessories, chargers, cables and batteries. The

accessories and battery included with your device are designed to maximize
battery life. Using other accessories may void your warranty and may cause
damage to your device.

Install a SIM/SD Card

Your device uses a nano SIM card. A SIM card is pre-installed, but you may
be able to use your previous SIM card. Contact your service provider for
more details.

Insert a Nano SIM card

1. Insert a fingernail into the small slot

at the bottom right corner of the
device and firmly peel back the
flexible cover to remove it.

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2. On the back of the phone, slide the Nano SIM card into the SIM card slot

at the top left with the gold contacts facing down.

Note: To eject a SIM card, slide the SIM removal lever to the right and
remove the SIM card.

SIM

Insert SIM card

SIM eject lever

Eject SIM card

Insert a microSD card

With the back cover of the phone
removed, slide the SD memory card
into the SD slot with the gold contacts
facing down to.

Note: Replace the cover on the back
of the phone and ensure proper
assembly by pressing and clicking
around the cover's edges.

Insert
SD card

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Mount an SD card

1. With an SD card inserted, swipe up from the Home screen to access Apps
and tap Settings .

2. Tap Storage > SD CARD.

3. Tap MOUNT on the prompted screen.

Unmount an SD card

Always unmount an SD card before removing it from your phone to avoid

.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Storage > .

Your SD card is now safely unmounted. To use this SD card again, you will
need to remove (see below) and mount it again.

Remove an SD card

1. Insert a fingernail into the small slot at the bottom left corner of the device

and firmly peel back the flexible cover to remove it.

2. On the back of the phone, slide the microSD card out of the SD card slot at
the top right.

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Format an SD card

you format it on your phone.

Note: . Make sure to

.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Storage > SD CARD.

3. Tap Menu > Storage settings.

4. Select Format or Format as internal, then tap FORMAT SD CARD .

All data on the SD card will be erased, and the card will be formatted for use
on your phone.

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Turn your phone on and off

The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.

Turn your phone on

1. Press and hold the Power key

until the device turns on.

Turn your phone off

1. Press and hold the Power key.

2. Tap Power off.

Power

key

Restart your phone

1. Press and hold the Power key.

2. Tap Restart.

Complete the setup screens

Once your service has been activated, you will need to run Setup. The Setup
Wizard will appear to guide you through the basic settings on your device.
You will be prompted to select the language you want to use, set up your
Wi-Fi connection, enter your name, set a screen lock method, sign in to your
Google™ account, select location services, and more.

Follow the remaining instructions to finish your phone setup.

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Use the touch screen

Your phone’s touch screen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.

Tap or touch

Tap or touch with
your finger to type
characters into the
on-screen keyboard,
select and open
applications and
settings, or press
on-screen buttons.

Touch and hold

Touch and hold an
item to view
available options (for
example, a contact
or link in a Web
page) or to move
icons or widgets.

Rotate*

Rotate the phone
sideways to automatically
change the screen
orientation from portrait to
landscape. When
entering text, you can turn
the phone sideways to
bring up a bigger
keyboard. See “Touch

screen keyboards” on

page 36 for more details.

Note: To activate Auto-rotate mode, swipe up from Home screen to access Apps and
tap Settings > Display > Advanced > Auto-rotate screen, and slide the
switch to the On position. You can also activate it by dragging the Status bar
down and tapping Auto-rotate .

Swipe or slide

Quickly drag your
finger vertically or
horizontally across
the screen to swipe
or slide.

Drag

Touch and hold your
finger with slight
pressure, then move
your fingers slowly
across the screen to
drag. While
dragging, do not
release your finger
until you have
reached the target
position.

Pinch and spread

Use your thumb and
forefinger in a
pinching motion on
your screen to zoom
out, or spread them
to zoom in when
viewing a picture or
a web page. (Move
fingers inward to
zoom out and
outward to zoom in).

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Basic operations

The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.

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Home screen and Apps list

Most of your phone’s operations originate from the Home screen or the Apps
(applications) list.

1. From any screen, press the Home button to display the Home screen.

2. From the Home screen, swipe up to access the Apps list.

Home

For information about using the Home screen, see “Home screen basics” on
page 43.

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Select options and navigate screens

Tap icons, on-screen buttons, and other items to open or activate the
assigned function.

• Tap the Back button to return to the previous screen.

Recent applications

View your recently used applications by tapping the Recent Apps button .

Back Recent Apps

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Switch between recently opened apps

You can easily switch between the apps you’ve recently opened.

• Tap the Recent Apps button to see your recently-opened apps.

Tap to clear
all apps

1. To close an app, swipe the app screen upwards.

2. To close all of the apps and clear the list, swipe all the way to the left and

tap CLEAR ALL.

You can tap the Recent Apps button twice to quickly switch between the
two most recently used apps.

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Phone settings menu

You can customize your phone’s settings and options in the Settings menu.
There are two ways to access the Settings menu:

• From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

• From any screen, drag the Status bar down twice and tap Settings .

For more information, see “Basic settings” on page 123.

or

Settings

Settings

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Portrait and landscape screen orientation

The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many
apps will change to landscape orientation (horizontal or widescreen) when
the phone is rotated sideways.

Note: Not all screens can be used in landscape orientation.

Turn screen rotation on or off

•

Drag the Status bar down and tap Auto-rotate to turn it on or off.

• You can also set the rotation option from the settings menu. From the

Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings . Tap
Display > Advanced > Auto-rotate screen and slide the switch to

the On or Off position to activate or deactivate screen
rotation.

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Capture screenshots

There are two ways to capture a screenshot:

• Press and hold the Power key and Volume down key at the same time

to capture a screenshot of the current screen.

• Touch and hold the Power key from the screen you want to capture,

and tap Screenshot in the popup menu.

Your screenshots will be stored in the Screenshot folder of the Gallery app.

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Applications

The following topics describe how to access the Apps list and launch
applications on your phone.

Launch apps

All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the Apps list.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access the Apps list.

2. Tap an app icon to launch the app.

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Work with apps

Group app folders

1. From the Home screen touch a group app folder to open and tap an app
shortcut to launch the app.

2. To add more apps to the folder, drag each app over to the folder. See

“Add folders to the Home screen” on page 50.

Tap folder

Tap folder name Rename folder

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Control app permissions

certain data or features. This ensures that you have full control of which apps
have authorized access.

If you don’t want to grant access for an app, choose DENY. If you choose
DENY in a trusted app, you may not be able to use the app or access all the
functions. To modify permission settings, follow the steps below:

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap > Advanced > Permission manager.

3. Select a category. Tap the app you want to modify permissions for and

select Allow or Deny to adjust the permission settings.

Note: These options may vary.

Set default apps

You can choose default apps for web browsing, text messaging, and more.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap > Default apps.

3. Choose your default web browser, phone app, messaging app, and more.

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Choose default apps

Some actions can be performed with more than one app. When performing

. You can

choose to use an app only this time by tapping JUST ONCE, or tap ALWAYS to
set that app as the default.

You can change the default app at any time in the Settings menu.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap > Default apps.

To change the default app for opening links, continue with the steps below:

1. Tap > Default apps > Opening links.

2. Tap the app you want to set and tap Open supported links.

3. Choose Open in this app to set this app as the default to open when you

tap a link. You can also choose Ask every time or Don’t open in this app
according to your preference.

Disable an app

You can disable some default apps which can’t be uninstalled to avoid
them running in the background and downloading data..

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and tap Settings .

2. Tap > SEE ALL APPS.

3. Tap the app you want to disable to access App info screen.

4. Tap DISABLE.

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Apps list

The Apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on
your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been
preinstalled on your phone.

App Function/Service

Assistant Go

Calculator

Calendar

Camera

Use voice assistant to trigger apps and devices, ask all
kinds of questions, make plans, and carry out a variety
of useful tasks.

Perform basic and advanced mathematical
calculations.

Create and manage events, meetings and
appointments, organize your time, and schedule
reminders for important events.

Take and share pictures and videos.

Chrome

Clock

Contacts

Duo

Files

Gallery Go

Surf the Internet with Google’s easy-to-use web browser.

Set alarms, view time zones around the world, use a
stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk
clock.

Manage all of your contacts in one place.

Make free high-definition video calls to your friends and
family.

Access all of your documents, pictures, videos, and
downloads.

Manage your photos and back them up to your Google
account.

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App Function/Service

Send, receive, and manage your email messages. This

Gmail

Google Go

Maps

Messages

Phone

Play Store

Settings

Sound
Recorder

YouTube

YT Music

app supports email accounts for Gmail, Yahoo!

®

Hotmail

Search for information saved on the phone and within
phone applications as well as on the Internet.

Determine your location, find directions, browse local
businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and
more.

Send and receive text messages.

Place and receive calls, use voicemail, set up and
manage contacts, and more.

Download new Android apps, books, movies, and music
to your phone.

Adjust options, personalize your phone, view device
information, and more.

Record sounds and play them back.

Watch videos or upload your own with the world’s
largest video-sharing site.

Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from
YouTube Music.

, and more.

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Phone number

Follow the instructions below to view your phone number.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap About phone .

3. You will see the phone number listed under Phone number.

Phone
number

Tap

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Airplane mode

Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals while
leaving your phone on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or
data.

To turn on Airplane mode

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Network & internet > Advanced > Airplane mode.

3. Slide the switch to the On position to activate Airplane mode.

You will see the Airplane mode icon in the Status bar.

To turn off Airplane mode

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Network & internet > Advanced > Airplane mode.

3. Slide the switch to the Off position to deactivate Airplane mode.

Your phone’s wireless connection feature will be restored.

Tip: You can also access Airplane mode through the Quick Settings menu.
Swipe the status bar down twice to access the Quick Settings menu and
tap Airplane mode to enable or disable data transmissions.

Note: If you do not see Airplane mode in the Quick Settings menu, swipe to
the right to locate it.

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Enter text

You can type on your phone using one of the available touch screen
keyboards or Google Voice Typing.

Touch screen keyboards

Your phone offers Google touch screen keyboards for entering text. The
keyboard appears automatically on-screen when you tap a text entry field,
and can be used in either portrait or landscape mode. You can also use
Google Voice Typing to enter text using your voice. See “Google Voice

Typing” on page 37 for details.

Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on the app
currently in use. For example, if you’re entering text into a web search, a
Search icon may appear instead of an Enter key.

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Google keyboard

The Google keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for
entering text by tapping keys (like on a computer), along with options that
allow you to enter text faster and more accurately, such as continuous key
input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.

Access Google keyboard settings

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap System > Languages & input > Virtual keyboard > Gboard.

Google Voice Typing

Google Voice Typing uses Google Voice recognition to convert speech to
text.

Tap Gboard Tap and speakVoice typing Activate/deactivate

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Tips for editing text

Your phone has many options to make entering text easier, including
copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing
the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more.

To edit text you have already entered

1. Touch and hold or double-tap the text you would like to edit.

2. Drag the tabs to adjust the highlighted selection.

3. The following options will appear: Cut, Copy,Paste (if you have text

copied on the clipboard),Share, and Select all (if there is more than
one word available to select).

To insert new text

1. Touch where you want to type, or touch and hold a blank space. The

cursor will blink and the tabs will show. Drag the tab to move the cursor.

2. Tap the tab to view the pop-up menu, then tap Paste to insert any text

you have previously copied.

Tap and hold
or double-tap

to select text

Tap to insert

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Google account

You will need a Google account to access several phone features, such as
Gmail, Duo, and Google Play Store. Enter your Google account information
to access Google apps. These apps sync between your phone and your
online Google account.

Create a Google account

If you do not already have a Google account, you can create one online or
using your phone.

Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account from
the Settings menu.

Create a Google account online

1. Using a computer, visit google.com.

2. On the main page, click Sign in > Create account > For myself.

3. Follow the prompts to set up your account:

a. Enter your first and last name, a desired username/Gmail address,

and create and confirm a password.
b. Add a phone number or secondary email for security (optional).
c. Enter basic personal information.

4. Tap I agree to accept Google’s Privacy and Terms and finish your Google

account setup.

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Create a Google account using your phone

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Accounts > Add account.

3. Tap Google and then tap Create account > For myself.

4. Follow the prompts to set up your account. Tap Next to proceed between

steps, which may include:

a. Enter your basic information such as first and last name.
b. Enter a desired username/Gmail address.
c. Create and confirm a password.
d. Add a phone number for security, or tap Skip.
e. Review your account info. Tap Next to confirm.

5. Tap I agree to accept Google’s Privacy and Terms and finish your Google

account setup.

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Sign in to your Google account

If you have a Google account but have not yet signed in with your
phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google account.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google.

3. Enter your email address or phone number and tap Next.

4. Enter your password and tap Next.

5. To sync your account information, tap your account, then tap Account
Sync. Select the apps you would like to sync with your phone and then
tap Menu > Sync now.

Tap Sync now

Select items
to sync

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Important: Carrier policies often do not apply to third-party applications.
Third-party applications may access your personal information or require us
to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider.
To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use or disclose
your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which
can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the
third-party application’s policies, do not use the application.

Lock and unlock your screen

You can quickly turn your phone screen off when not in use, and unlock it
when you need it.

Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off,
see “Display” on page 147.

Turn the screen off when not in use

To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power key. Pressing the Power key
again or receiving an incoming call will turn on your phone screen and
display the lock screen.

To save battery power, your phone screen will automatically turn off after
being idle for a period of time. You will still be able to receive messages and
calls while the phone’s screen is off.

Turn the screen on and unlock it

1. To turn the screen on, press the Power key.

2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to unlock it.

If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to unlock your phone.
See “Lock screen” on page 156 for details.

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The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home
screen understand the Status bar, and use the Notification panel.

Home screen basics

The Home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications,
functions, and menus. You can customize your Home screen by adding
application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

Home screen layout

Your Home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe left or right to
display additional screens.

Widget area

Back button Recent Apps button

Status bar

Status area

App icons

Home button

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App icons

Back button

Item Description

Add shortcuts to your favorite apps to the
Home screen.

Tap to return to the previous screen.

Home button

Notification area

Recent Apps button

Status area

Status bar

Widgets

Tap to display the main Home screen.

View notifications for incoming messages,
missed calls, application updates, and more.
Drag the Status bar down to display the
Notification panel.

Tap to display a list of recently used apps.
Double tap to swap between your last two
used apps.

View phone and service status information
such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi
and data connectivity, ringer status, and time.

Icons indicate your phone’s status (on the
right side) and notification (on the left side).

Add customizable quick access to app
functions on your phone’s Home screen.

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Extended home screens

In addition to the main Home screen, your phone features extended Home
screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press the
Home button to display the main Home screen, then swipe to the right to
move from the main screen to an extended screen.

To add a new Home screen, drag an app icon or a widget to the right edge
of the main screen and release the icon. A new extended screen will be
added.

Tip: While on an extended screen, press the Home button to return to the
main Home screen.

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Status bar and Notification panel

Quickly view your phone’s status and notifications at the top of the screen.

Status bar

The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides phone and service
status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To
view the Notification panel or access the Quick Settings menu, drag the
Status bar down from the top of the screen.

Main status icons (Right side)

Icon Status

Icon Status

3G data service

4G LTE data service

Airplane mode enabled

Battery (charging)

Battery (full charge)

®

Bluetooth

GPS in use

Headphones

Hotspot

connected

Mute on

Network (full signal)

Network (roaming)

No Network

Speakerphone enabled

Vibrate on

®

enabled

Wi-Fi

®

Calling enabled

Wi-Fi

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Main notification icons (Left side)

Icon Notification

Alarm

Download

Event

Keyboard active

Missed call

New Gmail

New text or MMS message

New voicemail

Software update available

Update successful

USB connection

Warning

®

Calling

Wi-Fi

Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be
accessed through the Notification panel.

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Notification panel

Your phone’s notifications appear at the
left side of the Status bar. Access the full
Notification panel by dragging down the
Status bar to check notifications,
download updates, open messaging
apps, access the Quick Settings menu,
and more.

Open the Notification panel

1. Swipe down on the Status bar.

2. To check notifications, tap an item in
the list.

Close the Notification panel

1. Swipe up to close the Notification
panel, or tap the Back button .

Notification panel layout

The Notification panel gives you access
to both notifications and the Quick
Settings menu.

To access the Quick Settings menu:

1. Swipe the Status bar down to display
the Notification panel.

2. Swipe the Status bar down again to
access the full Quick Settings menu.

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Customize the Home screen

Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets,
and folders from the Home screen.

Operations for rearranging the Home screen

To move widgets and app shortcuts icons

From the Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut or widget, and drag
it to the desired location.

To delete widgets and app shortcuts icons

From the Home screen, touch and hold an app or widget and drag it to

Remove at the top of the screen to delete it from the Home screen.

To display the Home screen menu

From the Home screen, touch and hold an empty space to display the Home
screen menu. Change wallpapers, add widgets, and adjust other Home
screen settings from the Home screen menu.

Change the wallpaper

1. From the Home screen, touch and hold an empty space, then tap

Wallpapers on the Home screen menu.

Tip:You can also access the Wallpapers menu from the Settings menu. From

the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings > Display
> Wallpaper.

2. Choose to select the wallpaper from your photos or wallpapers on the

phone.

3. Tap Set Wallpaper at the top of the screen and choose to set the

wallpaper on the Home screen, Lock screen, or both.

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Add shortcuts to the Home screen

Add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the Home screen.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Touch and hold an app icon and drag to move it.

3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the Home screens. The

shortcut is added to the Home screen.

Add widgets to the Home screen

Widgets are self-contained apps on the Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, which
will open an app, widgets can perform certain functions without navigating
away from the Home screen. You can create widgets for a specific contact,
for bookmarks to web pages, your calendar, email, and more.

1. From the Home screen, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap

Widgets in the Home screen menu.

2. Touch and hold a widget, then drag it to an empty location on one of the

Home screens. The widget will be added to the Home screen.

Add folders to the Home screen

You can group Home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access.

1. Drag an app icon and release it over another app icon on the Home

screen to create a folder.

2. Tap on the newly created folder, tap on Unnamed Folder, type a name for

the folder, and then tap .

3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold an app icon and

drag it on top of the new folder.

Change folder names

Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the
folder display.

1. Tap the folder to open it.

2. Tap the folder name, type a new name, and then tap .

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Making connections

The topics in this section will explain how to help you make connections,
from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email,
Internet, and international services.

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Phone

Make a call

• From the Home screen, tap Phone .

• If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap Phone to open it.

• Enter a phone number in the keypad to make a call. Tap to make a
Voice Call.

• During a call, you can tap at the bottom of the screen to hang up.

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Make a call from Recents

• From the Home screen, tap Phone .

• To view recent calls, tap the Recents tab.

• Select a recent call entry to view options. Tap Call to make a Voice Call.

• During a call, you can tap at the bottom of the screen to hang up.

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Make a call with Wi-Fi Calling

Note: You must have an active Wi-Fi connection to send or receive calls and

messages with Wi-Fi Calling. Wi-Fi Calling service must be activated on the
device before it can be used (see “Wi-Fi Calling” on page 129).

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap Phone to open it.

3. Enter a phone number in the keypad to make a call.

4. Tap to make the call.

5. During a call, you can tap at the bottom of the screen to hang up.

• Calls can also be made from other apps that contain your contact
information by tapping the phone number.

Receive a call

The Incoming Call screen is displayed when a call is received, along with the
caller’s numbers and other information you’ve entered for that contact. When
you receive a phone call from someone who is not stored in Contacts, only the
default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming Call screen.

• To answer a call, swipe up.

• To decline a call, swipe down.

• Press any side key to mute the ringer.

• Any missed calls are logged in Recents.

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Reject a call and send a text message

You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a quick response
text message to the caller.

1. When a call arrives, tap on the bottom left corner of the screen and slide

up. The ringtone or vibration will stop, and you will see a list of quick preset
responses.

2. Tap one of the messages or write your own to send to the caller.

You can edit the preset quick responses from the Call Settings menu. From
the Phone app, tap Menu > Settings > Quick responses and edit the quick
responses.

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In-call screen layout and operations

While you’re on a call, you will see a number of on-screen options. Tap the
on-screen options to activate them during the call.

In the event you receive a second incoming call during your call, you will
have three options.

• To decline the second call, tap .

• To answer the second call and end the first call, tap .

• To answer the call, placing the first call on hold, tap . A second set of

on-screen options will appear. Tap the on-screen options to activate
them during the call.

Answer the

second call,

ending the

first call

Decline the

second call

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On-screen options

Item Description

Overflow
Menu

Speaker

Mute

Keypad

Hold

Tap and select Switch to RTT to send the caller a Real-time
text during a call.

Tap to turn the speakerphone on or off.

Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place
the phone near your ear during speakerphone use.

Mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to
unmute the microphone.

Tap to show the on-screen keyboard. Use the keypad to
enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or
access code.

Tap to hold the current call.

Add call

End call

Merge

Swap

Bluetooth

Tap to initiate a 3-way conference call.

End the current call.

Join two currently active calls (conference).

Swap calls.

Route the phone’s audio through a connected Bluetooth
headset.

• When the call is routed to a Bluetooth headset, the
current call area shows the Bluetooth call icon.

Note: The Headset button is activated to show the current
call is routed to the connected Bluetooth headset.

• To route the current call back to the phone, tap Phone to
temporarily use the phone. Tap the Bluetooth headset
name to route the call back to the connected Bluetooth
headset.

• When Bluetooth or the Bluetooth headset is turned off, the
call will be routed through the receiver or speaker.

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Place a call from Contacts

You can place phone calls directly from your Contacts list.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Contacts to display the Contact list.

3. Tap a contact to display contact options.

4. Tap to place a call.

5. To end the call, tap .

Tap Phone Tap Contacts

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Call from Recents

The Recents list allows you to view recently received, placed, or missed calls.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Recents to display the Call log.

3. Tap on the contact in Recents you want to call.

4. Tap to place a call.

5. To end the call, tap .

Tap Phone Tap Recents

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• You can tap a contact in the Call Log to display more options.

• Create new contact: Create a new contact from an unknown number.

• Add to a contact: Add an unknown number to an existing contact.

• Send a message: Send a text message to the contact/number.

• Call details: View detailed call information.

• Block a number: Block the contact/number.

Tap a contact to

display options

Call settings

Configure your voicemail options and a number of other settings for your calls.

Call settings options

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Menu > Settings.

3. Configure your phone settings.

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Call settings options

Setting Description

Wi-Fi Calling

Display options

Sounds and vibration

Quick responses

Calls

Blocked numbers

Activate or deactivate Wi-Fi Calling.

Choose how to sort and display your contacts.

Adjust call and ringtone volume, change your alert
tones, activate Do Not Disturb, and more.

Edit or create quick response text messages. See

“Reject a call and send a text message” on page 55

for more information.

Set Fixed Dialing Numbers, call forwarding, call
barring, and more.

Manage numbers and contacts you have blocked.

Voicemail

Accessibility

About

Set up voicemail, manage notifications, and more.

Configure RTT settings, enable or disable hearing aid
compatibility, and enable or disable noise reduction.

View more information about your phone.

Contacts

Add a contact

You can add contacts from the Phone app. Enter details such as name,
phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone > Contacts.

2. Tap to create a new contact.

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Choose where
to save contact

3. If you have multiple accounts on your phone, select where you want to
save the contact.

• Select Phone contact to save your contact on your phone only; they will

not be synced with your Google account.

• Select an account such as Google to save the contact to that account.

These will be synced automatically with your account.

• Select your SIM card or SD card name to save the contact to your SIM

card or SD card. Your contact will be available on any phone your SIM
card or SD card is mounted in.

4. Use the keyboard to enter contact information.

Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address or postal address
(such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the arrow and select the appropriate type.

5. When you are finished, tap .

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Save a phone number

You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone > Phone.

2. Enter a phone number and tap Create new contact to add a new

contact or tap Add to a contact to add the number to an existing
contact.

Select an option

3. To add the number to an existing contact, tap the contact you want to

update and add the number to the desired field. To add a new contact,
enter the name and any additional information.

3. When you are finished, tap .

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View contacts

View a contact’s details.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Contacts.

3. Tap a contact to view their details.

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Contacts screen layout

Search

Add new

Contact image

Index

Menu

Contact name

Favorites

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Contacts screen options

Item Description

Add new Add a new contact.

Contact

Favorites

Index Browse contacts alphabetically.

Menu

Search Search contacts.

Tap to show contact’s details, place a call, send a
message, and more.

Add a contact as a favorite. You can view your
favorite contacts in the Phone app.

View your contacts by labels or accounts, and
adjust settings.

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Edit a contact

Add or edit a contact’s information, assign a photo, customize with a unique
ringtone, and more.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Contacts.

3. Tap a contact to view their details.

4. Tap Edit .

5. Tap the field you want to change or add.

6. Add or edit the information, and tap .

Edit

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Delete a contact

You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Contacts.

3. Tap a contact to view its details.

4. Tap Menu > Delete.

5. Tap Delete.

Menu Delete Delete

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Share a contact

You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, Gmail, or Text messaging.

1. From the Home screen, tap Phone .

2. Tap Contacts.

3. Tap a contact and tap Menu > Share.

4. Select how you would like to share the contact information card (vCard

or Text).

5. Select the method you would like to share the contact card.

Share Share contact as Method to share

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• Gmail: Send the vCard as a Gmail attachment. See “Create and send

an email message” on page 75 for more information on sending emails.

• Drive: Save the vCard to your Google Drive.

• Messaging: Send the vCard in a text message. You can send the

information in an existing conversation thread, or create a message for
a new conversation thread. See “Send a multimedia message (MMS)”
on page 72 for more information about sending messages.

• Bluetooth: Send the vCard via Bluetooth. See “Bluetooth” on page 83 for

information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth.

Messaging

Send instant messages, media, and more with text and multimedia messaging.

Text and multimedia messages

• With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text

messages.

• Multimedia messages (MMS) can contain text, photos, audio and video

files, contact information cards (vCard), and more.

Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for messaging.

Send a text message (SMS)

1. From the Home screen, tap Messages .

2. Tap Compose .

3. Enter a contact name or mobile number in the “To” field or select from the

contacts list below.

• Enter phone numbers, contact names, or email addresses directly in the

“To” field. If you are sending the message to several contacts, separate
the phone number with a comma. As you enter information, any
matching phone numbers from your Contacts list are displayed. Tap
the matching contact to add them as a recipient.

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• Scroll to find and select the contacts to whom you want to send the

message. You can also select Contact Groups as recipients.

4. Tap the text box and compose your message.

Enter a phone number

or contact name

Text message box

Send

Compose

Note: Messages exceeding a limited amount of characters will be delivered as one
message but may incur additional charges. A counter appears above Send to tell
you how many characters you have entered and how many characters are left.

Select a contact

5. When done, tap Send to send the text message.

Note: Your text message automatically becomes a multimedia message if you enter an
email address as the recipient, attach an item, or compose a very long message.

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Send a multimedia message (MMS)

1. From the Home screen, tap Messages .

2. Tap Compose .

3. Fill in one or more recipients. See“Send a text message (SMS)” on page 70

for more information on entering recipients.

4. Tap the text box to compose your message.

5. Tap Add to the left side of the text box.

6. Select a multimedia item to attach to your message:

• Picture: Select a saved photo or video.

• Camera: Take a photo or record a video.

• Location: Give access to your location.

• Audio: Record and send a voice recording.

• Share: Share a contact.

• Attach: Select a saved file.

Note: Attachment options may vary.

7. After adding an attachment, you can tap the attachment to enlarge and

view it

8. After adding an attachment, you can tap to delete the attachment.

9. Tap Send to send the MMS message.

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Advanced Messaging

With Advanced Messaging, you can share large files (up to 100MB in size),
get read receipts, and see when the recipient is replying.

Note: You and the recipient must have a service plan that supports
Advanced Messaging and have Advanced Messaging capable devices.

To enable Advanced Messaging on your phone, follow the steps below:

1. From the Home screen, tap Messages .

2. Tap Menu > Settings > Advanced Messaging.

3. Slide the Advanced Messaging switch to the On position to enable it.

Read

Send
large

files

receipts

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Messaging settings

1. From the Home screen, tap Messages .

2. Tap Menu > Settings. You can set the following:

General:

• Outgoing message sounds: Enable or disable sounds when sending

messages.

• Notifications: Enable or disable notification icons when messages are

received.

• Sound: Choose your messaging audio alert.

• Vibrate: Enable or disable vibration when receiving messages.

• Wireless Emergency Alerts: View emergency alerts.

Message History:

• Delete message automatically: Enable or disable automatic message

deletion. This feature automatically deletes messages to save storage
space.

Advanced Messaging:

• Advanced Messaging: Enable or disable Advanced Messaging.

• Share read status: Allow others to know when you have read their

message.

• Typing indicator: Show your typing status to others.

• Send images in: Choose the default size in which images are sent.

• Send videos in: Choose the default size in which videos are sent.

SIM card information:

• Advanced: View advanced settings.

• Your phone number: View your phone number.

• Auto-retrieve: Enable or disable the ability to automatically retrieve

• Advanced: View advanced settings.

and download incoming MMS messages.

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Gmail

Use Gmail to send, receive, and manage your email messages. Before using
Gmail, you must sign into your Google account on your phone. See “Google

account” on page 39 for details on signing in or creating an account.

Note: You can use the Gmail app to manage email for other accounts, such
as Yahoo!, Hotmail, Outlook, and more.

Create and send an email message

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Gmail .

2. From the inbox, tap to compose a new email message.

3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and compose a message, and
then tap Send .

Inbox

Recipient

Subject

Message

Compose

new mail

Send email

Attach File

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Email composition options

• Add Cc/Bcc recipients: In the mail composition window, tap

in the “To” bar to add Cc/Bcc recipients.

• Attach photos or videos: In the mail composition window, tap

> Attach file. Tap the file you want to attach.

• Save as a draft (Send later): While composing your message,

tap Menu > Save draft, or press the Back button to save as a
draft.

• Delete mail being composed: While composing your message,

tap Menu > Discard.

Note: View your drafts and sent mail from the inbox by tapping > Drafts
or > Sent.

Open an email message from a notification

When a new email is received, you will see a notification in the Status bar.

1. Swipe the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap the new message from the Notification panel.

Note: If you have two or more new email messages, tapping the notification
will open the Gmail app.

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Open an email message from a notification

When a new email is received, you will see in the Status bar.

1. Swipe the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap the new message from the Notification panel.

If you have two or more messages, tapping the notification will open the
Gmail app.

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Email settings

You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual email
accounts from the Gmail Settings menu.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and tap Gmail .

2. Tap Menu > Settings.

3. Tap General settings to access settings for all accounts, or tap an account

Note: Available settings are subject to change.

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Internet and social networking

The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your
phone and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook,
Duo, and more.

Chrome browser

From the Home screen, tap Chrome to browse the Internet, search for

information, and bookmark your favorite web pages for convenient access.

Browsing web pages

1.

2. Enter a web address or a keyword to browse for web pages.

Adding a bookmark

1. Open the web page you want to bookmark.

2. Tap Menu > .

Opening a bookmark

1. From the Chrome browser screen, tap Menu > Bookmarks.

2. Select the bookmark of the website you want to view.

Customizing browser settings

1. From the Chrome browser screen, tap Menu > Settings.

2. In the Settings list, you can select options to customize the browser.

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Facebook Lite

Post updates, see what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins,
and more with Facebook Lite.

Sign in to your Facebook account or create a new account

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Lite .

2. Enter your mobile number or email and password and tap Log In, or tap

Create New Account to join Facebook.

3. Once completed, your Facebook account will be added to your phone.

Use Facebook Lite

Once you’ve either created an account or signed in, you can post and view
updates, upload pictures, tag locations, and more, all from your phone.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Lite .

2. Tap What’s on your mind? to type an update. You can also share photos

and videos, start a live video, scroll through your Facebook feed, and more.

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Connectivity

The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB

You can use the USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer

For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you
want to transfer to your phone, you can connect your phone to the computer

File transfer tips

If you want to save data to an SD card on your phone, make sure the SD card
is installed and active. For more information, see “SD card” on page 152.

Important: Avoid removing the SD card while transferring data.

Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table:

Method Description

File Transfer

PTP

Transfer files between your phone and PC such as
photos, video, and music.

Transfer photos and video files between your phone
and PC.

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Transfer files between the phone and a computer

1. Connect your phone to your computer using the USB charging cable.

• Insert the end of the cable to
the charger/accessory jack at
the bottom of the phone.

• Insert the USB end of the cable
into an available USB port on
your computer. You may need
to remove the USB cable from
the AC adapter to access it.

2. Drag the Status bar down to

display the Notification panel.
You will see Charging this device
via USB.

3. To transfer files from your phone to your computer.

• From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

• Tap Connected devices > USB.

• Tap File Transfer. You can also select other options available.

4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the

My Computer menu) and open it.

5. If available, select a drive (Internal shared storage or SD card).

6. Select a folder and copy files from your computer to your phone or from

your phone to your computer.

7. When done, disconnect your phone from your computer.

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use
your phone’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or hotspot.

Turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Network & internet > Wi-Fi.

3. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the On position.

4. Wi-Fi is enabled. Tap Wi-Fi to see the names and security settings of in-range

Wi-Fi networks.

5. To disable Wi-Fi, slide the Wi-Fi switch to the Off position.

6. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if applicable), and then

tap CONNECT.

Your phone will be connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see in the
status bar. For more information on Wi-Fi see “Wi-Fi” on page 126.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to
connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and
hands-free car kits, Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and
wireless phones. Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.

Note: Bluetooth is unavailable in Airplane mode.

Function Description

Audio output

Hands-free calls

Data exchange

Wirelessly listen to music, podcasts, etc.

Call hands-free, using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices

Exchange data with Bluetooth devices.

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Enable Bluetooth

To enable Bluetooth

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Connected devices > Connection preferences > Bluetooth.

3. Side the Bluetooth switch to the On position.

• To disable Bluetooth, slide the Bluetooth switch to the Off position.

Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the Quick
settings panel. Slide the Status bar down twice to display the Quick settings
panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn it on.

Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in
places where using a wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an
aircraft and in hospitals.

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Pair Bluetooth devices

To pair Bluetooth devices

1. From the Home screen swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Tap Connected devices > Pair new device.

• Nearby devices will appear under Available devices.

• If a target device is not detected, ensure that the device is powered on and

is discoverable, then refresh and search again.

3. Tap a device under Available devices and follow the on-screen instructions to

pair with the device.

• Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices
being used.

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To forget a paired device

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Top Connected devices .

3. Tap Settings next to the device you wish to forget.

4. Tap FORGET > FORGET DEVICE.

5. The device will be unpaired from your phone. To reconnect with the
device, you will need to pair again.

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Connect to a paired Bluetooth device

1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings .

2. Top Connected devices .

3. Tap Settings next to the device you wish to connect.

4. Tap CONNECT.

When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth Paired icon will
be displayed in the Status bar. You can then use the headset or car kit to
listen to music or make and receive phone calls.

Note: Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls. Due
to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible
devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as
transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible
devices.

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Send information via Bluetooth

Bluetooth- enabled device, such as a phone or computer. Send photos,
videos, calendar events, contacts, and more.

See “Share pictures and videos” on page 100, and “Share a contact” on
page 69.

Receive information via Bluetooth

1.

.

2. Tap ACCEPT to .

•

. To download

the Inbound transfers menu.

.

•

app. For example, if you received and opened a photo, it will open in the
Gallery Go app.

•

and then tap Import. The Calendar is added to your Calendar events. For
more information on using the Calendar, see “Calendar” on page 101.

•

card, you can choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to
your contacts list.

Tip: For more information on Bluetooth see “Bluetooth” on page 136.

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Apps and entertainment

The topics in this section will explore the features that make your phone so
much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to
music, entertainment, and more.

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Camera and video

You can use the camera or video camera to take and share photos and
videos. Your phone comes with a 5 megapixel rear-facing camera and 5
megapixel front-facing camera that lets you capture sharp photos and
videos.

Camera overview

The camera’s viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access
camera controls and options.

Delay timer

Flash

Gallery

Capture

Settings

Zoom

Camera mode

Switch

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Icon Function/Service

Flash

Delay timer

Play photos

Settings

Zoom

Gallery

Capture

Record

Switch

Flashlight

Activate or deactivate the camera flash.

The camera will count down and capture the
image at the end of the selected delay.

Enable play photos to record a small video of the
moment you captured along with the picture.

Select camera modes and settings options.

Select between a standard 1x photo and a 2x
zoom option.

Access your photo and video gallery.

Capture photos and access photo settings.

Record videos and access video settings.

Switch between the front and back camera.

Activate or deactivate the video flashlight.

Note: Camera options vary based on mode, camera in use, etc.

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Take photos and record videos

The following topics explain how to take photos and record videos with your
phone’s camera.

Camera cautions

If the lens is dirty: Fingerprints and smudges on the camera lens may result in

blurry photos or videos. If this happens, wipe the lens with a soft, dry cloth.

Avoid exposure to direct sunlight: Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight

and videos.

Take a photo

Note: If you have an SD card installed, photos and videos will automatically be

saved to the SD card. If no card is installed, photos and videos will be saved to
your phone’s memory.

1. From the Home screen, tap Camera

Tip: You can also access the Camera with one of the following methods:

From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Camera .
Press the Power key twice quickly.

2. Tap Photo to switch to Photo mode, if necessary.

3. Aim the camera at your subject and tap

.

to take the photo.

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Record a video

1. From the Home screen, tap Camera

Tip: You can also access the camera in one of the methods described under

“Take a photo” on page 92.

2. Tap Video to switch to Video mode (if necessary).

3. Aim the camera at your subject and tap to start recording a video.

4. Tap again to stop recording and save your video.

Microphone

.

Flashlight

Gallery

Record

Settings

Zoom

Video mode

Switch

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Camera settings

You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons
on the main camera screen and the full camera
settings menu.

Set camera functions

1. From the Home screen, tap Camera .

Tip: You can also access the camera in one of the

methods described under “Take a photo” on page 92.

2. Tap Settings .

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View pictures and video using Gallery Go

Using the Gallery Go app, you can view photos and watch videos that you’ve

taken, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory. For
pictures that are on your storage card or phone memory, you can do basic
editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a photo as
your contact photo or wallpaper and share photos with your friends.

View photos and videos

1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery Go .

Tip: You can also access the Gallery app

by swiping up on the Home screen to

access Apps and tapping Gallery Go .

2. Tap an image or a video to view.

Review photos and videos

After capturing a photo or video, tap
the thumbnail image at the bottom left
corner of the screen to review it. From
there, you can save, share, edit, or
delete the photo or video.

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Options while reviewing photos or videos

Zoom in or out on a photo: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom

in or out on a photo.

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Viewing videos: Use the on-screen controls to play, pause, or stop the video
playback.

Back

Share

Settings

Play/Pause

Video progression

Delete

Edit

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Edit photos

Rotate and save a picture

1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery Go .

2. Tap the picture you want to rotate.

3. Tap Edit to access the Edit screen.

4. Tap Rotate to rotate the photo.

5. Tap Save copy to save the edited photo.

Tap to edit Tap to rotate

Save a copy

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Crop a picture

1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery Go .

2. Tap the picture you want to crop.

3. Tap Edit to access the Edit screen.

4. Tap Crop to crop the photo.

5. To adjust the crop box size, drag the corners inward or outward to resize the

crop box.

Drag corners
to resize

Tap to crop

6. Tap Save copy to apply the changes to the photo and save.

The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture will
remain unedited.

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Share pictures and videos

The Gallery Go app allows you to send photos and videos using email or
MMS messages. You can share photos and videos on your social networks, or

send them to another phone or your computer via Bluetooth.

1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery Go .

2. Tap the photos or videos you want to share.

Tip: To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on Multi-select
mode. Tap to select the items you want to share.

3. Tap Share , then select to share using Gallery Go or another app.
Follow the on-screen prompts to send the photos or videos.

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