Cricket Nokia 3.1 Plus User Manual

Nokia 3.1 Plus

User Guide

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Keep your phone up to date

Keep your phone up to date and accept available software
updates to get new and enhanced features for your phone.
Updating the software may also improve your phone’s
performance.

Keys and parts

1. Fingerprint sensor

2. Flash

3. Camera

4. Headset connector

5. Proximity sensor

6. Front camera

7. Earpiece

8. Volume keys

9. Power/Lock key

10. USB connector

11. Loudspeaker

12. Microphone

Important: The device screen is made of glass. This glass can
break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a
substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch the glass
parts of the device or attempt to remove the broken glass from
the device. Stop using the device until the glass is replaced by
authorized service personnel.

Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this
may damage the device. Do not connect any voltage source
to the audio connector. If you connect an external device or
headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.

Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be
attracted to the device. Do not place credit cards or other
magnetic stripe cards near the device for extended periods of
time, since the cards may be damaged.

Insert SIM and memory card

1. With the phone facing down, put your fingernail in the
small slot on the back cover, bend the back cover open,
and remove it.

2. Hold the SIM card with metal contacts facing downward
and the cut corner at the upper left. Slide the card into
the SIM slot.

3. If applicable, hold the microSD card (sold separately)
with metal contacts facing downward and the cut
corner at the upper right. Slide the card into the microSD
slot.

4. Replace the cover on the back of the phone; making
sure it is lined up before pressing it into place around all
of the edges.

Warning!

To avoid damage to the phone, only use the SIM included in the
box or provided to you by Cricket.

Do not remove the memory card when an app is using it. Doing
so may damage the memory card and the device and corrupt
data stored on the card.

Charge your phone

1. Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet.

2. Connect the cable to your phone.

Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your
phone from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take a
longer time.

If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several
minutes before the charging indicator is displayed.

Switch on and set up your phone

When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone
guides you to set up your network connections and phone
settings.

Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this
device. Incompatible cards may damage the card and the
device and corrupt data stored on the card.

1. To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key
until the phone vibrates.

2. When the phone is switched on, choose your language
and region.

3. Follow the instructions shown on your phone.

TRANSFER DATA FROM YOUR PREVIOUS PHONE

You can transfer data from an old phone to your new phone
using your Google account.

To back up data on your old phone to your Google account,
refer to your old phone’s user guide.

1. Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.

2. Select which data you want to restore on your new
phone. The sync starts automatically once your phone is
connected to the internet.

RESTORE APP SETTINGS FROM YOUR PREVIOUS ANDROID PHONE

If your previous phone was an Android, and back up to Google
account is enabled on it, you can restore your app settings and
Wi-Fi passwords.

1. Tap Settings > System > Advanced > Backup.

2. Switch Backup to Google Drive to On.

Set up fingerprint ID

You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set
up your fingerprint ID for extra security.

1. Tap Settings > Security & location > Fingerprint. If you
don’t have screen lock set up on your phone, tap Set up
screen lock.

2. Select what backup unlocking method you want to use
for the lock screen and follow the instructions shown on
your phone.

Lock your phone

If you want to avoid accidentally making a call when your
phone is in your pocket or bag, you can lock your keys and
screen.

To lock your keys and screen, press the power key.

UNLOCK THE KEYS AND SCREEN

Press the power key, and swipe up across the screen. If asked,
provide additional credentials.

Use the touch screen

Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an
actual pen, pencil, or other sharp object on the touch screen.

TAP AND HOLD TO DRAG AN ITEM

Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide
your finger across the screen.

SWIPE

SCROLL THROUGH A LONG LIST OR MENU

Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the
direction you want.

Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the
screen, and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen.

ZOOM IN OR OUT

Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page,
and slide your fingers apart or together.

LOCK THE SCREEN ORIENTATION

The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90
degrees.

To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of
the screen, and tap Auto-rotate.

Basics

Personalize your phone

Learn how to personalize the home screen and how to change
ringtones.

CHANGE YOUR WALLPAPER

Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper.

CHANGE YOUR PHONE RINGTONE

1. Tap Settings > Sound.

2. Tap Phone ringtone to select the ringtone.

CHANGE YOUR MESSAGE NOTIFICATION SOUND

Tap Settings > Sound > Default notification sound.

Notifications

When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed
calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the
screen. To see more information about the notifications, drag
the status bar down. To close the view, swipe up on the screen.

To open the notification panel, drag the status bar down. To
close the notification panel, swipe up on the screen.

To change the notification settings of an app, tap Settings >
Apps & notifications, and tap the app name to open the app
settings. Tap Notifications. You can turn off or on the notifications
for each app individually.

Tip: To see notification dots, tap Settings > Apps & notifications >
Notifications and switch Allow notification dots to on. A small dot
will appear on the app icon, if you’ve got a notification, but

haven’t attended to it yet. Tap and hold the icon to see
available options. You can tap the notification to open it, or
swipe to dismiss.

USE THE QUICK SETTING ICONS

To activate features, tap the quick settings icons on the
notification panel. To see more icons, drag the menu down.

To rearrange the icons, tap , tap and hold an icon, and then
drag it to another location.

Control volume

If you have trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy
environments, or calls are too loud, you can change the volume
to your liking by using the volume keys on the side of your
phone.

Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this
may damage the device. Do not connect any voltage source
to the audio connector. If you connect an external device or
headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.

CHANGE THE VOLUME FOR MEDIA

Press a volume key on the side of your phone to see the volume

status bar, tap , and drag the slider on the volume bar for
media left or right.

SET THE PHONE TO SILENT

To set the phone to silent, press the volume down key, tap to

set your phone to vibrate only and tap to set it to silent.

If you want to be able to reject an incoming call by turning over
the phone, tap Settings > System > Gestures > Turn over to reject
call, and switch to on.

Screenshots

To take a screenshot, open the notification panel, and drag the
status bar downwards. Tap Screen capture. You can view
captured images in Photos.

It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps
and features.

Battery life

Get the most out of your phone while getting the battery life you
need. There are steps you can take to save power on your
phone.

Tip: Don't want to keep your phone in silent mode, but can't
answer right now? To silence an incoming call, press the volume
down key. You can also set your phone to mute the ringing
when you pick the phone up: tap Settings > System > Gestures >

Mute on pickup, and switch to on.

To save power:

• Always charge the battery fully.

• Mute unnecessary sounds, such as touch sounds. Tap

Settings > Sound > Advanced, and under Other sounds
and vibrations, select which sounds to keep.

• Use wired headphones, rather than the loudspeaker.

• Set the phone screen to switch off after a short time. Tap

Settings > Display > Advanced > Sleep and select the
time.

• Tap Settings > Display > Brightness level. To adjust the
brightness, drag the brightness level slider. Make sure that
Adaptive brightness is disabled.

• Enable adaptive battery. Limit battery for apps that you
don't use often. The notifications may be delayed for
these apps. Tap Settings > Battery > Adaptive Battery.

• Switch on the power saver: tap Settings > Battery >
Battery saver, and switch to On.

• Use location services selectively: switch location services
off when you don't need them. Tap Settings > Security &
Location > Location, and disable Use location.

• Use network connections selectively: switch Bluetooth on
only when needed. Use a Wi-Fi connection to connect to
the internet, rather than a mobile data connection. Stop

your phone scanning for available wireless networks. Tap
Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi, and disable Wi-Fi. If
you're listening to music or otherwise using your phone,
but don't want to make or receive calls, switch the
airplane mode on. Tap Settings > Network & Internet >
Airplane mode. Airplane mode closes connections to the
mobile network and switches your device’s wireless
features off.

Save on data roaming costs

You can cut data roaming costs and save on your phone bills by
changing mobile data settings. To use the optimal connection
method, change the Wi-Fi and mobile networks settings.

Data roaming means using your phone to receive data over
networks that your network service provider doesn't own or
operate. Connecting to the internet when roaming, especially
when abroad, can increase data costs substantially.

Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive
than using a mobile data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile

data connections are available, your phone uses the Wi-Fi
connection.

mode. The keyboard layout can vary in different apps and
languages.

CONNECT TO A WI-FI NETWORK

1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi.

2. Make sure Wi-Fi networking is turned on.

3. Select the connection you want to use.

CLOSE THE MOBILE DATA CONNECTION

Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap Mobile data, and
switch Mobile data off.

Tip: To follow your data usage, tap Settings > Network & Internet
> Data usage.

STOP DATA ROAMING

Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network, and switch
International roaming off.

Type text

Writing with the on-screen keyboard is easy. You can use the
keyboard when holding your phone in portrait or landscape

To open the on-screen keyboard, tap a text box.

SWITCH BETWEEN UPPER AND LOWER CASE CHARACTERS

Tap the shift key. To switch caps lock mode on, double-tap the
key. To return to normal mode, tap the shift key again.

TYPE IN A NUMBER OR SPECIAL CHARACTER

Tap the numbers and symbols key. Some special character keys
bring up more symbols. To see more symbols, tap and hold a
symbol or special character.

INSERT EMOJIS

Tap the emoji key, and select the emoji.

COPY OR PASTE TEXT

Tap and hold a word, drag the markers before and after the
word to highlight the section you want to copy, and tap Copy.
To paste the text, tap where you want to paste the text and
select Paste.