Huawei P9 User Guide

User Guide
Contents
Exciting New Features
Unboxing your Phone
Transferring Data
Wide aperture photos 1
Black and white photos 2
Pro camera mode 4
Screen recorder 5
Getting to know your phone 7
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card 7
Charging your phone 8
Turning your phone on and off 9
Using the Backup application to transfer data 10
Transferring data between your phone and a computer 12
Copying contacts from an old phone to a new phone 12
First Use and Initial Setup
Initial setup 13
Dual SIM settings 13
Connecting to the Internet 14
Configuring your fingerprint ID 16
Installing Applications
Sharing applications using a microSD card 17
Uninstalling an application 17
Getting Started
Locking and unlocking the screen 18
Touchscreen gestures 20
Status and notification icons 21
Home screen 22
Taking a screenshot 27
Notifications 28
Using fingerprint recognition 31
Accessing applications 33
Personalizing your phone 36
Entering text 39
Tips and Tricks
High volume mode 41
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Contents
Searching for settings 41
Quickly returning a call 41
Using your knuckle 41
Adding contact details quickly 43
Sharing your QR card 43
Calling contacts when the screen is off 44
Pocket mode 44
Taking snapshots when the screen is off 45
Perfect selfie 45
Using time-lapse mode to fast forward the action 46
Taking photos while recording video 46
Answering or rejecting a call using voice commands 47
Using voice wakeup 47
Finding applications quickly 48
Connecting to the Wi-Fi network with the strongest signal 49
Using your phone while wearing gloves 49
Adjusting the system volume rapidly 50
Using the floating dock 50
Aligning home screen applications automatically 51
Touch-disable mode 51
Calls and Contacts
Making calls 52
Answering or rejecting a call 55
Functions available during a call 55
Answering a third-party call 57
Making a conference call 57
Viewing the call log 58
Turning on pocket mode 58
Call settings 59
Creating a contact 60
Adding contact details quickly 61
Importing or exporting contacts 61
Managing contacts 63
Finding a contact 64
Viewing contacts from different accounts 65
Adding a contact to your favorites 65
Contact groups 65
Messaging and Email
Sending a message 68
Replying to a message 68
Searching for messages 69
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Deleting threads 69
Managing messages 69
Blocking spam messages 70
Adding a message signature 70
Adding an email account 71
Sending an email 72
Checking your emails 72
Managing VIP contacts 73
Account settings 73
Camera and Gallery
Accessing the viewfinder 75
Taking a photo 75
Shooting modes 76
Beauty mode 77
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Perfect Selfie mode 77
Ultra Snapshot 78
Burst shooting 80
Voice activated shooting 80
Launching the camera from Gallery 81
Object tracking 81
Audio notes 82
HDR mode 82
Super Night mode 83
Pro camera mode 83
Light Painting mode 86
Panoramic shots 89
Adding watermarks to photos 91
Shooting a video 91
Time-lapse mode 92
Slow motion recording 93
Document correction 93
Camera and video settings 94
Viewing photos and videos 96
Adding photos or videos to a new album 98
Moving photos or videos to other albums 98
Deleting images or videos 98
Sharing images or videos 98
Managing albums 98
Adding notes to an image 99
Editing an image 99
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Using Camera or Gallery to scan a QR code 100
Music and Video
Adding songs to your phone 101
Searching for local music 101
Listening to music 101
Controlling playback using a smart headset 102
Creating a playlist 103
Playing a playlist 104
Setting a song as the ringtone 104
Playing a video 104
Accessing the Internet
Connecting to the Internet using mobile data 105
Connecting to the Internet using Wi-Fi 105
Sharing your mobile Internet with other devices 107
Contents
Transferring data using Bluetooth 109
Transferring data using Wi-Fi Direct 110
Transferring data between your phone and a USB storage device 112
Streaming multimedia content to your TV 113
NFC and payment 113
Backup and Restore
Using the Backup application to back up and restore data 116
Restoring factory settings 117
Updating your phone 117
OTA updates 118
File Management
Viewing files 119
Sharing files 119
Creating folders 120
Renaming files 120
Copying, moving, or deleting files 120
Creating or extracting archives 120
Excluding small images 121
Storing private files in a safe 121
Using your phone to view files shared by a computer 122
Power Management
Viewing battery usage statistics 123
Reducing power consumption 123
Enabling the Ultra power plan 124
Closing background applications when the screen is locked 124
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Preventing background applications from accessing the Internet 124
Configuring display and sound settings 125
Phone Manager
Optimizing your system 126
Managing data usage 126
Harassment filter 126
Battery management 127
Tools
Calendar 128
Clock 129
Weather 132
Notepad 133
Calculator 134
Sound recorder 134
Contents
Settings
Mirror 136
Enabling location access 137
Increasing indoor positioning accuracy 138
Configuring the display settings 138
Sound settings 139
Changing the screen unlock method 139
Gestures and navigation settings 140
Airplane mode 142
Using the floating dock 143
Setting your SIM card PIN 143
Setting up an account 144
Setting the date and time 145
Changing the system language 145
Viewing your phone's specifications 145
Viewing the available storage space 145
Encrypting a microSD card 146
Formatting the microSD card 146
Accessibility Features
About your phone's accessibility features 147
TalkBack 147
Magnification gestures 149
Using the power button to end a call 150
Adjusting the screen response time 151
Color correction 151
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Appendix
Contents
Obtaining help 152
Personal Information and Data Security 152
List of safety features 153
Legal Notice 154
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Exciting New Features

Wide aperture photos

Use wide aperture mode for close-up shots of objects and people. You can also adjust the focal
point after taking a photo to blur the background and make the subject stand out.
Ensure that the subject is no more than 2 meters (6 ft) from the camera for optimum results.
1
Open
Camera
. Touch at the top of the screen to enable wide aperture mode. Touch the
icon again to exit wide aperture mode. If the icon is not displayed, select
2
Touch the viewfinder to focus on a particular area. Swipe up or down on the slider next to the
icon to preview the blurred background. Touch to take a photo.
Photo
mode.
3
Touch the thumbnail, and then touch to edit the photo.
The icon indicates photos that were taken in wide aperture mode.
Touch the subject of the photo to adjust the focal point.
To adjust the blurred background effect, touch the screen, and then swipe up or down on
the slider next to the aperture icon (
Touch to apply a filter.
4
Touch to save the photo.
).
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Exciting New Features

Black and white photos

The camera comes with a separate lens designed specifically for black and white shots.
Open
a photo.
Camera
. Swipe right on the screen, and then select
Monochrome
. Touch to take

Scrolling screenshots

Scrolling screenshots enables you to take screenshots longer than one screen. For example, you
can capture long messaging threads in one screenshot.
To take a scrolling screenshot, knock the screen twice using your knuckle, and then touch
Scrollshot
in the bottom right of the screen. The screen will scroll down automatically.
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Alternatively, draw an "S" on the screen using your knuckle.
Exciting New Features
Touch the screen with your finger at any time to stop scrolling and take a screenshot of the
previous content.
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Exciting New Features

Pro camera mode

Pro camera mode lets you fine-tune photos and gives you full control over composition, exposure,
and shutter speed.
1
Open
Camera
and swipe up on the slider to enable Pro mode.
2
Configure the camera settings, such as exposure and shutter speed. You can also add grid or
spiral overlays and output images in raw format.
Add overlay
3 grid or spiral overlay to help you compose your image. For more information, see
an overlay.
Output images in raw format
switch to save images in DNG format for more convenient post-processing.
Shutter speed and exposure control
to produce a perfectly-exposed shot. You can set the ISO, shutter speed, white balance,
exposure compensation, focus mode, and metering mode.
: Swipe left on the screen and touch
: Swipe left on the screen and turn on the
: Adjust the parameters at the bottom of the screen
Assistive grid
. You can choose from a 3 x
Adding
RAW format
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For more information, see Pro camera mode.

Screen recorder

Use the screen recorder feature to record video game footage or teach friends and family how to
use phone features.
To protect your privacy, unlock your phone before recording your screen.

Starting the recording

Start recording the screen using one of the following methods:
Knock the screen twice using two knuckles and select the desired recording mode.
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Press the volume up and power buttons simultaneously and select the desired recording mode.
You can choose from HD mode or Mini mode. Mini mode records in a lower resolution, resulting
in smaller file sizes and faster upload speeds.
Audio will also be recorded, therefore make sure that you are in a quiet environment.
Recording will stop automatically when you make or receive a call.
When making a screen recording, you will not be able to use the recording feature in other
applications.
Longer recordings will take up more space on your phone's internal storage, so ensure there
is enough space before recording.

Stopping the recording

Stop recording the screen using one of the following methods:
Knock the screen twice using two knuckles.
Press the volume up and power buttons simultaneously.
Touch the screen recording icon in the upper left corner of the status bar.
Open the notification panel and touch to share your screen recording.
By default, screen recordings are stored in
Gallery
, within the
Screen recordings
folder.
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Unboxing your Phone

Fingerprint scanner
Dual-tone flash
Dual-lens camera
Laser sensor
Noise-reducing microphone
USB-C port
Microphone
Speaker
Headset jack
Power button
Volume button
Earpiece
Front camera
Status indicator
Light sensor

Getting to know your phone

Do not cover the light sensor, as this will affect some of the phone's functions. Ensure that
you use a screen protector that has a purpose-built hole for the light sensor.

Inserting a SIM card and microSD card

Your phone's 2-in-1 card slot is located on the upper left side of the phone. You can insert 2
nano-SIM cards, or 1 nano-SIM card and 1 microSD card.
Tips:
SIM card.
your phone.
Your phone only supports nano-SIM cards. Contact your carrier for a new or replacement nano-
Only use standard nano-SIM cards to avoid damaging the SIM card tray.
Ensure that the card is in the correct position and keep the card tray level when inserting it into
Be careful not to hurt yourself or damage your phone when using the SIM eject pin.
Store the SIM eject pin out of the reach of children to prevent accidental swallowing or injury.
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Press and hold the power button, and then select to turn off your phone.
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To remove the card tray, insert the SIM eject PIN included with your phone into the small hole
next to the card tray.
3
Insert a SIM card or microSD card into the card tray.
4
Insert the card tray back into your phone in the correct orientation.

Charging your phone

Your phone comes with a long-lasting battery and efficient power-saving technology. This section
outlines how to care for your battery in order to maximize its lifespan.

Using your battery

You can recharge your battery many times, but all batteries have a limited lifespan. If you
notice a significant deterioration in your phone's battery life, contact an authorized Huawei
service center for a replacement battery. The battery is built into the phone and is not
removable. Do not attempt to remove the battery yourself.
Your phone may become warm after prolonged use or when exposed to high ambient
temperatures. This is entirely normal. If your phone becomes hot to the touch, stop charging it
and disable unnecessary features. Place your phone in a cool location and allow it to cool down
to room temperature. Avoid prolonged contact with the surface of your phone if it becomes
hot.
When charging your phone, only use genuine Huawei batteries, chargers, and USB cables.
Third-party accessories are a potential safety hazard and may impair your phone's performance.
Avoid using your phone when it is charging. Do not cover your phone or the power adapter.
Charging times may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the remaining battery
level.
A low battery warning will be displayed when the battery level is low.
Your phone will switch off automatically when the battery is nearly empty.
Visit the official Huawei website and download the user guide for your device for information on
how to care for your battery.
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Unboxing your Phone

Battery status indicator

The battery status is indicated by your phone's indicator light and the battery icon in the status
bar.
If the status indicator blinks red and the battery icon changes to the battery level is below
10%.
The status indicator and the battery icon indicate the battery status during charging. A red
status indicator and a battery icon indicate that the battery level is below 10%. A yellow
status indicator and a battery icon indicate that the battery level is between 10% and 80%.
A green status indicator and a battery icon indicate that the battery level is between 80%
and 100%. A green status indicator and a battery icon indicate that the battery is fully
charged and you can unplug the charging cable from your phone.
If your phone does not respond when you press the power button, this indicates that the battery
is empty. Charge your battery for at least 10 minutes using a genuine Huawei charger, and then
turn on your phone.

Turning your phone on and off

To turn on your phone, press and hold the power button until your phone vibrates and the
screen turns on.
To turn off your phone, press and hold the power button, and then touch .
If your phone does not respond after holding down the power button for 20 seconds, the
battery may be empty. If so, connect your phone to a charger to charge the battery.
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Transferring Data

Using the Backup application to transfer data

Use the Backup application to transfer data from your old phone to your new phone.
Features may vary depending on your carrier.
Back up new data
Restore previously backed up data
More settings

Backing up data to a microSD card

You can back up data on your old phone to a microSD card. For more information on inserting or
removing a microSD card, see Inserting a SIM card and microSD card.
Date that can be backed up: contacts, messages, call log, photos, audio, videos, files, and
applications.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
Select the data you want to back up. No backup password is required if you back up photos,
audio, videos, and documents. To back up other types of data, follow the onscreen instructions
Backup
Backup
.
>
SD card
>
Next
.
to set a backup password.
4
Touch
Back up
.
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By default, backup data is saved to the
HuaweiBackup
folder in
Files
Transferring Data
.

Restoring data from a microSD card

1
Insert the microSD card containing the backup files into your new phone. For more information
on inserting microSD cards, see Inserting a SIM card and microSD card.
2
Open
3
Touch
4
Select the backup you want to restore.
Backup
Restore
.
>
Restore from SD card
>
Next
.
If the backup data is encrypted, enter the encryption password when prompted.
5
Select the data you want to restore, and then touch
Start restoration
.
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Transferring Data
Transferring data between your phone and a
computer
Transfer the data on your old phone to your computer, and then transfer it to your new phone.
Connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable. Select
automatically install any necessary drivers. Once installed, double-click on the new disk drive to
manage files. The drive name should be your phone's model number.
Photos
Files
If no connection type is specified, your phone will remain in charging mode.
: View photos that are stored on your phone.
: Transfer files between your phone and a computer.
Photos
or
Files
. Your computer will

Copying contacts from an old phone to a new phone

Use any of the following methods to copy contacts from your old phone to your new phone.
SIM card
Storage device
Use the SIM import feature to copy SIM card contacts to your new phone. For
more information, see Importing contacts from a SIM card.
If both phones have a microSD slot, export your contacts to a microSD card in
vCard format on the old phone, and then copy the contacts to the new phone.
Bluetooth
Backup
Computer
Other methods
For more information, see Importing contacts from a storage device.
Enable Bluetooth on both your old and new phones, and import your contacts
using Bluetooth. For more information, see Importing contacts using Bluetooth.
If your old phone supports Backup, back up your contacts, and restore them to
your new phone. For more information, see
back up and restore data.
Sync contacts on your old phone to a computer, and then sync these to a new
phone using a phone management application (such as HiSuite).
Install social networking applications and synchronize your contacts.
Log in to your Exchange account and synchronize your contacts.
Using the Backup application to
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First Use and Initial Setup

Initial setup

Ensure that the SIM card is inserted correctly before using your phone for the first time. Read the
Quick Start Guide for more information on how to set up your phone.
Press and hold the power button to turn on your phone, and then follow the onscreen instructions
to complete the initial setup.
1
Select your language and region, and then touch
2
Proceed to the
networks. Select the network you want to connect to, and then enter the password to access
the Internet.
3
Proceed to the
WLAN settings
Terms and Conditions
screen. Your phone will automatically list available Wi-Fi
screen. Read the content carefully, accept the user
Next
.
terms and Huawei Privacy Policy, and then touch
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to enable Wi-Fi+.
5
Your phone has a fingerprint sensor. Follow the onscreen instructions to add your fingerprint.
You also need to set a PIN or password in order to unlock the screen when your phone fails to
recognize your fingerprint.
6
On the
moment and the EMUI interface should launch. You can now start using your phone.
Configuration successful
screen, touch
Next
Begin
.
to complete the settings. Wait for a

Dual SIM settings

When two SIM cards are inserted, only one SIM card can be set as the 4G/3G/2G SIM. The other
SIM card slot only supports 2G networks. You can also configure the default card for mobile data
and phone calls according to your monthly plan.
This feature is only available on dual SIM phones.
Open
desired.
Settings
and touch
Dual card management
. You can configure both SIM cards as
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First Use and Initial Setup
Enable or disable a SIM card
Select 4G/3G SIM
Select default SIM for data services
Configure SIM settings for phone calls
If you disable a SIM card, you will be unable to use it to make calls, send messages, or access
the Internet.
Select
Dual SIM calling
. You can configure whether you want to select a SIM card manually
or use the default SIM card each time you make a call. If you choose to use the default SIM
card, your phone will use that SIM card for all outgoing calls.
Select SIM display mode for phone calls

Connecting to the Internet

Connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi or mobile data to surf the web, play games, and use instant
messaging applications.
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

1
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel.
2
In the
Shortcuts
tab, touch and hold to open the Wi-Fi settings screen.
First Use and Initial Setup
3
Turn on the Wi-Fi switch. Your phone will list available Wi-Fi networks.
4
Select the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to. If the Wi-Fi network is encrypted, enter the
password when prompted.

Using mobile data

Before using mobile data, ensure that you have a data plan with your carrier.
1
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel.
2
In the
Shortcuts
tab, touch to enable mobile data.
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First Use and Initial Setup
Disable mobile data when not required in order to save battery power and reduce data usage.

Configuring your fingerprint ID

Use the fingerprint sensor to unlock the screen, access the Safe and App Lock, and authorize
payments in third-party applications.
For added security and to ensure that you can still access your data if your phone fails to
recognize your fingerprint, you will need to set a backup password when configuring fingerprint
unlock.
1
Open
2
Select
password.
3
Once you have configured the password, touch
4
Place your fingertip on the fingerprint sensor. Press down lightly on the sensor until your phone
vibrates. Repeat this step using different parts of your fingertip until your phone has
successfully added your fingerprint.
Settings
PIN
or
and touch
Password
Fingerprint ID
, and then follow the onscreen instructions to set a screen lock
>
Fingerprint management
New fingerprint
to add your fingerprint.
.
5
Once you have added your fingerprint, touch OK.
On the
fingerprint unlock.
Fingerprint management
To delete a fingerprint, select the desired fingerprint on the
screen, touch
Delete
, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
screen, turn off the
Unlock screen
Fingerprint management
switch to disable
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Installing Applications

Sharing applications using a microSD card

Save installation packages to a microSD card to share them with other phones.
Installation packages from third-party sources may contain viruses or malicious software and
should be installed with caution. Only install applications from trusted sources.
1
Insert the microSD card containing the installation package into your phone.
2
Open
A warning message may be displayed during the installation process. Always read these messages carefully. If you wish to proceed with the installation, touch
Files
, locate the installation package on the microSD card, and then touch to install.
Settings
and then turn on the
Unknown sources
finished installing the application, touch the
Unknown sources
from unofficial sources.
After installation, the application will be visible on your home screen.
switch to allow your phone to install third-party applications. After you have
Settings
switch to prevent your phone from installing applications downloaded
>
Advanced settings
>
Security
and turn off

Uninstalling an application

Free up space on your phone and boost performance by removing unused applications.
Some pre-installed system applications cannot be removed.
On the home screen, touch and hold the application you want to uninstall and drag it to the
icon.
Touch
Settings
>
Apps
, select the application you want to uninstall, and then touch
Uninstall
.
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Getting Started

Locking and unlocking the screen

Locking the screen

Press the power button to manually lock the screen.
The screen will lock automatically and enter sleep mode after it has been idle for a certain
period to reduce power consumption and prevent unintended operations.
To change the screen sleep time, open
a time.
Your phone will continue to receive messages, notifications, and incoming calls when the screen
is locked. The status indicator will flash green when you receive new notifications. When you
receive an incoming call, the screen will turn on and display the caller information.
Settings
, touch
Display
>
Sleep
, and then select

Unlocking the screen

When the screen is off, press the power button to wake the screen. Slide your finger in any
direction to unlock the screen.
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Getting Started

Magazine Unlock

Use Magazine Unlock to create your own selection of lock screen images and bring your lock
screen to life.
Swipe up from the bottom of the lock screen to display the Magazine Unlock options.
Configure update method for Magazine Unlock covers and subscription type
App shortcuts
View, add, or delete images from your Magazine Unlock covers
Add magazines to the viewing list
: Touch >
Subscriptions
to add your favorite magazines
to the viewing list.
Updating your Magazine Unlock covers requires an Internet connection. Set your phone to
update over Wi-Fi to avoid excessive data usage. Touch , and then turn on the
update over WLAN
Manage Magazine Unlock covers
switch.
: Touch , and then touch . Select the desired images
Auto-
to add them to the viewing list. To delete covers from the viewing list, touch , and then touch
and hold the desired image and select
Add covers to favorites
: Touch to add the current cover to your favorites. Images that have
Remove
.
been added to your favorites will not be deleted from the viewing list after an online update.
Delete old covers
: Touch , and then turn on the
Auto-delete older covers
switch. Covers
older than 3 months will be automatically deleted from the viewing list. Covers in your favorites
will not be deleted.
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Getting Started

Touchscreen gestures

Use simple touchscreen gestures to perform a variety of tasks, such as open applications, scroll
through lists, and zoom images.
Touch
an option or open an application.
Double touch
in quick succession. For example, double touch an image
in full screen mode to zoom in or out.
Touch and hold
screen for at least 2 seconds. For example, touch and hold
a blank area on the home screen to access the home
screen editor.
: Touch an item once. For example, touch to select
: Touch the target area of the screen twice
: Touch and hold the target area of the
Swipe
the
to dismiss it. Swipe vertically or horizontally to go to
other home screens, scroll through a document, and
more.
Drag
another position. For example, use this gesture to
rearrange applications and widgets on the home screen.
Spread fingers apart
screen. For example, spread two fingers apart to zoom in
on a picture or web page.
: Swipe your fingers on the screen. For example, in
Notifications
: Touch and hold an item, and then move it to
tab, swipe left or right on a notification
: Spread two fingers apart on the
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Getting Started
Pinch fingers together
: Pinch two fingers together on
the screen. For example, pinch two fingers together to
zoom out on an image.

Status and notification icons

Status icons
Status icons are displayed on the right-hand side of the status bar. Status icons display
information about your phone's status, such as network connection information, signal strength,
battery level, and time.
Status icons may vary according to your region or carrier.
Signal strength No signal
Connected over GPRS Connected over 3G
Connected over EDGE Connected over HSPA
Connected over HSPA+ Connected over CDMA2000 1X
Connected over LTE VoLTE enabled
NFC enabled Roaming
Airplane mode enabled Bluetooth enabled
Receiving location data from GPS Vibration mode enabled
Silent mode enabled Alarm enabled
Charging Battery full
Battery low No SIM card found
Headset inserted
Notification icons
Notification icons are displayed on the left-hand side of the status bar when you receive a new
message, notification, or reminder.
Missed calls Call in progress
New emails New messages
Select an input method New voicemail
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Getting Started
Connected over Wi-Fi Wi-Fi network available
Downloading data Uploading data
Upcoming events Phone memory full
Synchronizing data Synchronization failed
Login or synchronization problem More notifications
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot enabled Connected to a VPN
USB tethering enabled USB debugging enabled

Home screen

Getting to know your home screen

Your home screens are where you can find your favorite widgets and all your applications. The
application list has been removed to give you a more convenient and direct path to your
applications.
Status bar: Displays notifications and status icons
Main screen: Displays application icons, desktop folders, and widgets
Screen position indicator: Indicates which home screen is displayed
Dock: Displays frequently used applications
Navigation bar: Displays virtual navigation keys
Virtual navigation bar keys
Back
: Touch to return to the previous screen or close an application. When entering text,
touch to close the onscreen keyboard.
Home
Recent
dual windows mode.
: Touch to return to the home screen.
: Touch to access the list of recently used applications, or touch and hold to enable
:
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Switching between home screens

Getting Started
Swipe left or right to view the extended home screens. Touch
home screen.
Home
to return to the default
On the home screen, pinch two fingers together or touch and hold a blank area on the screen to
access the home screen editor. You can:
Set the default home screen
home screen as the default home screen.
Move a home screen
Add a home screen
Delete a blank home screen
: Drag the home screen to the desired location.
: Touch on the home screen furthest to the left or right.
: Touch at the top of the home screen to set the chosen
: Touch at the bottom of a blank screen.

Automatic screen rotation

When you rotate your phone, some applications will automatically adjust the screen orientation
to make them easier to use. This feature also lets you use tilt-controlled applications.
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel, and then touch
the
Shortcuts
tab to enable or disable automatic screen rotation.
Auto-rotate
in
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Organizing applications and widgets on the home screen

Adding a widget to the home screen
Add frequently used widgets to the home screen for quick access.
Getting Started
On the home screen, pinch two fingers together to open the home screen editor. Touch
Widget s
and select a widget. Touch and hold the widget and drag it to a blank area on the home screen.
You must have enough space on the home screen to add widgets. If there is not enough
space, add another home screen or free up some space.
Moving a widget or icon
On the home screen, touch and hold an application icon or widget until your phone vibrates. You
can then drag the application icon or widget to the desired location.
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Getting Started
Deleting a widget or icon
On the home screen, touch and hold the application icon or widget you want to delete until is
displayed at the top of the screen. Drag the unwanted application icon or widget to .
After you have moved/deleted an application icon, a blank space will appear on the home
screen. You can sort application icons automatically; for more information, see Aligning home
screen applications automatically.
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Getting Started
Creating a folder
Create home screen folders to organize your applications by type. For example, you can create a
Games folder that contains all of your game applications.
On the home screen, drag an icon on top of another icon to create a folder containing both
applications. To rename the folder, open the folder, and then touch the folder name.
Hiding applications
On the home screen, spread two fingers apart. Touch
Add
, select the applications you want
to hide, and then touch OK. Applications will not appear on the home screen after they have been
hidden.
To restore a hidden application to the home screen, touch
Add
on the hidden applications
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screen, deselect the desired application, and then touch OK.
Getting Started

Taking a screenshot

Your phone comes with a range of screenshot options. Capture the entire screen or draw a shape
on the screen to take a partial screenshot.

Using the power and volume down buttons

Press the power and volume down buttons at the same time to take a full screenshot.

Using the screenshot shortcut switch

Open the notification panel, and then touch in the
Shortcuts
tab to take a full screenshot.
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Getting Started

Using your knuckle

Use your knuckle to take a screenshot of the whole screen or draw a shape on the screen to
capture a specific area. For more information, see Using your knuckle.
By default, screenshots are saved to the
Screenshots
folder in
Gallery
.

Notifications

Status indicator

The status indicator changes color and flashes to indicate the following:
Steady red (not charging): The battery level is critically low and the phone will turn off
automatically.
Steady red (when charging): The battery level is critically low.
Steady yellow (when charging): The battery level is medium.
Steady green (when charging): The battery is almost full or already full. Unplug the charger
when the battery level reaches 100%.
Flashing green (not charging): You have unread messages, notifications, or missed calls.

Notification badges

Notification badges appear in the top right corner of application icons.
The badge number indicates the number of new notifications. Open the corresponding
application to view more details about the notifications.
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To disable notification badges for an application, pinch two fingers together on the home
screen to open the home screen editor, and then touch
More settings
>
Badge app icons
and turn off the switch next to the corresponding application.

Notification panel

Swipe down from the status bar and open the notification panel to view notifications.
Swipe left on the notification panel to go to the shortcuts tab.
Swipe up on the screen, or touch
Customize shortcut switches
Back
or
Home
: Swipe up on the shortcuts tab, and then touch
shortcut switch to the desired location for easier access.
to close the notification panel.
Edit
. Drag the
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Getting Started

Viewing notifications on the lock screen

New notifications (such as missed calls and messages) are displayed on the lock screen.
Swipe right on a lock screen notification to view its details.
Be default, your phone will only display lock screen notifications for certain applications. If
you want to enable lock screen notifications for more applications, see Managing notification
permissions.

Managing notification permissions

Disable notifications for an application to prevent unnecessary disturbances.
1
Open
2
Touch
application.
3
Enable or disable notification settings as desired.
Display notifications in do not disturb mode
center
Allow only priority interruptions
, and then turn on the
Settings
Notification panel & status bar
.
Priority display
is enabled in do not disturb mode.
>
Notification center
: Select the desired application in
switch. Notifications will still be displayed when
, and then select the desired
Notifi c ati o n

Notification and status bar settings

Change the notification and status bar settings to customize how notifications and status
reminders are displayed.
Open
down and display settings for the notification and status bar.
Settings
, and then touch
Notification panel & status bar
to configure the drop-
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Getting Started
Configuring the drop-down settings for the notification bar
Touch
will go to the notifications tab if you have new notifications, otherwise it will go to the
shortcuts tab.
Touch
bar to open to the notifications tab, or swipe down from the right of the status bar to open the
shortcuts tab.
Turn on the
locked.
Configuring the display content for the notification and status bar
Drag actions
Drag actions
Notification panel
You cannot access the notification panel from the lock screen if you have set a screen lock
password.
>
Smart selection
>
Determine from drag position
switch to access the notification panel when the screen is
. When you open the notification panel, your phone
. Swipe down from the left of the status
Turn the
switches on or off to configure the content that is displayed in the status bar.
Turn off the
Display carrier name, Display network speed
Show notification icons
switch to hide notification icons in the status bar.
, and
Remain i n g ba t t ery p erce n tag e

Using fingerprint recognition

In addition to waking and unlocking the screen, the fingerprint sensor can also be used to take
a photo, answer an incoming call, and disable an alarm.

Adding a fingerprint for the first time

See Configuring your fingerprint ID for more information on configuring fingerprint unlock.

Adding, deleting, or renaming a fingerprint

Add multiple fingerprints to make it easier to unlock your phone. You can also delete or rename
fingerprints.
1
Open
Settings
.
2
Touch
3
Enter the screen lock password, and then touch
4
In the
Fingerprint ID
Fingerprint list
Touch
Touch a previously added fingerprint to rename or delete it.
New fingerprint
>
Fingerprint management
section, you can:
to add a fingerprint. You can add up to five in total.
.
Done
.
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Accessing Safe with your fingerprint

Use your fingerprint to access your Safe without entering the password.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
Enter the screen lock password, and then touch
4
Touch
enable fingerprint recognition.
Settings
Fingerprint ID
Access safe
.
, and then follow the onscreen instructions to enter your Safe password and
>
Fingerprint management
.
Next
.
Getting Started
Once you have completed the settings, touch
access your Safe.
Files
>
Safe
. You can now use your fingerprint to

Accessing App Lock with your fingerprint

Use your fingerprint to access locked applications.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
Enter the screen lock password, and then touch
4
Touch
password and enable fingerprint recognition.
Touch
fingerprint to view the App Lock status. You can also use your fingerprint to access locked
applications on the home screen.
Phone Manager
Settings
Fingerprint ID
Access app lock
.
>
>
Fingerprint management
, and then follow the onscreen instructions to enter your App Lock
App lock
once you have completed the settings, and then use your
.
Next
.

Using fingerprint recognition for your Huawei ID

1
Open
2
Touch
3
Enter the screen lock password, and then touch
4
Touch
password and enable fingerprint recognition for your Huawei ID.
Settings
Fingerprint ID
Verify your Huawei ID
.
>
Fingerprint management
.
Next
.
, and then follow the onscreen instructions to enter your

Fingerprint sensor touch gestures

Touch or swipe the sensor with any finger to perform common tasks.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
In the
Settings
Fingerprint ID
Touch and hold gesture
.
.
section, turn on switches for features you want to enable.
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Getting Started
Take photo/video
to take a picture.
Answer call
answer it.
Stop alarm
4
In the
Slide gesture
Show notification panel
the notification panel. Tap the sensor twice to clear all notifications, and swipe up on the
sensor to close the notification panel.
Browse photos
to switch between photos.
: When you have an incoming call, touch and hold the fingerprint sensor to
: When your alarm goes off, touch and hold the fingerprint sensor to disable it.
: When using the camera viewfinder, touch and hold the fingerprint sensor
section, turn on switches for features you want to enable.
: Swipe down on the fingerprint sensor using any finger to open
: When viewing photos in full screen mode, swipe left or right on the sensor

Accessing applications

Opening and switching between applications

Opening applications from the lock screen
Swipe up on the lock screen and touch to launch the camera application. You can also swipe
up from the bottom of the screen and touch a shortcut icon to quickly launch the corresponding
application.
Opening an application from the home screen
On the home screen, touch an icon to open the corresponding application.
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Getting Started
Switching between applications
To switch to another application, touch
Home
the icon of the application you want to open.
to return to the home screen, and then touch

Searching for applications

Finding applications
Swipe down from the middle of the screen to access the search bar, and then enter the name of
an application. The search results will be displayed underneath the search bar. For more
information, see Finding applications quickly.
Hidden applications are not listed in the search results.
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Finding hidden applications
On the home screen, spread two fingers apart to view your hidden applications.
Getting Started

Viewing recently used applications

Touch
Recent
to display the list of recently used applications.
View more applications
applications.
Open an application
Close an application
Close all unlocked applications
: Swipe left or right on the screen to view more recently used
: Touch a thumbnail to open the corresponding application.
: Swipe up on a thumbnail to close the corresponding application.
: Touch to close all unlocked applications.
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Lock or unlock an application
appear above an application once it has been locked. Locked applications cannot be closed by
touching . Swipe down again on the thumbnail to unlock the application.
: Swipe down on a thumbnail to lock an application. will

Personalizing your phone

Simple home screen

The simple home screen mode uses large icons and fonts to display content in a more easy-to-read
layout.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
On the simple home screen, you can:
Settings
Home screen style
.
>
Simple
, and then touch to enable the simple home screen.
Touch application icons or widgets to open them.
Touch and hold an icon to open the home screen editor and add or delete application icons.
Touch
Touch to add contacts or applications to the home screen.
Touch
Others
Standard home
to open the application list and view or open applications.
to exit the simple home screen.
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Getting Started

Changing the theme

Personalize your phone's home screen using a wide range of themes and wallpapers.
Open
methods, wallpapers, application icons, and more.
Themes
, select a theme, and then touch . Touch to mix and match lock screen

Changing the wallpaper

Set your favorite images or photos as your phone's wallpaper.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
In the
instructions to set it as the wallpaper.
Turn on the
phone. Turn on the
phone will automatically change the wallpaper at the specified time interval.
Settings
Wallpaper
Wallpapers
Shake to change
and select
, and then touch
or
Random change
Display
Lock screen wallpaper
Live wallpaper
switch. The wallpaper will change every time you shake your
switch. Configure
.
or
Home screen wallpaper
tab, select an image, and then follow the onscreen
Interval
or
Album to display
.
. Your
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Getting Started
Turn on the
Turn on the
Shake to change
Random change
switch. The wallpaper will change every time you shake your tablet.
switch. Configure
Interval
or
Album to display
automatically change the wallpaper at the specified time interval.
. Your tablet will
You can also open
Wallpaper
. Follow the onscreen instructions to set the image as the wallpaper.
Gallery
, touch and hold an image, and then touch >
Set as

Assigning a ringtone to a contact

Assign a unique ringtone to each contact so that you can easily tell who is contacting you.
1
Open
2
Select the desired contact, and then touch
Contacts
.
Phone ringtone
.
>
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Getting Started
Backspace Enter a space
Enter numbers and symbols
Input method settings
Swipe letters to input words
Toggle between upper and lower case
3
Select the desired ringtone or music file, and then touch .
For more information on how to configure call and message ringtones and vibration settings, see
Sound settings.

Changing the font size

The phone's font size can be increased to make words easier to read.
Open
The
Settings
Extra huge
, and then touch
Display
>
Font size
to set the system font size.
font size will only be displayed in messages, contacts, and the dialer
application.

Entering text

Switching text input methods

Switch between text input methods as desired.
1
On the text input screen, swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel.
2
Touch
method.
Select input method
in the
Notifications
tab, and then select the desired input
If there are no input methods to choose from, go to
>
Language & input
>
Default keyboard
>
Configure input methods
the switch next to the corresponding input method.
Settings
, touch
Advanced settings
, and then turn on

Huawei Swype input method

Quickly enter words by swiping on the keyboard.
Huawei Swype input supports a wide range of languages.
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Android input method

Enter a comma Touch and hold to open the input options menu
Getting Started
Switch to voice input
Backspace
Enter a period Touch and hold to enter symbols
Enter a space Touch and hold to choose another input method
Enter numbers and symbols
Toggle between upper and lower case
The Android input method supports a wide range of languages.

Editing text

You can select, cut, copy, and paste text on your phone.
Select text
text, or touch
Copy text
Cut text
Paste text
Share text
: Touch and hold the text to bring up . Drag or to select more or less
Select all
: Select text and touch
: Select text and touch
to select all text.
Copy
.
Cut
.
: Touch and hold where you want to insert the text, and then touch
: Select text, and then touch
Share
to select a sharing method.
Paste
.
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Tips and Tricks

High volume mode

Press the volume up button repeatedly during a call to increase the call volume above the usual
maximum.

Searching for settings

Use the search feature in Settings to search for menu options.
Open
term (such as Sound). Your phone will display the search results; touch an option to access the
corresponding setting.
Settings
, and then touch the search box at the top of the screen and enter a search

Quickly returning a call

On the lock screen, swipe right on a missed call notification and unlock the screen. The dialer
screen will be displayed; touch the corresponding number to return the call.

Using your knuckle

Use a knuckle to take a screenshot of the whole screen, or part of it.
1
Open
2
Touch
Settings
Motion control
, and then select
Smart assistance
>
Smart screenshot
.
and turn on the
Smart screenshot
switch.
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Taking a full screenshot

Knock the screen twice with your knuckle to take a screenshot of the whole screen.
Tips and Tricks

Taking a partial screenshot

Knock the screen with your knuckle. Keep your knuckle on the screen, drag it around the area you
want to capture, and then return to the starting point. Your selection is displayed on screen; the
area inside the blue line will be captured. You can also select the screenshot box at the top of the
screen for different screenshot shapes. Touch to save a screenshot.
By default, screenshots are stored in
After creating a screenshot, touch
sharing, see Sharing images or videos.
Gallery
Share
, within the
Screenshots
folder.
to share it with friends. For more information about
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Tips and Tricks

Adding contact details quickly

Use the camera to take a photo of a business card. Your phone will recognize the contact details
and add them automatically. In
Contacts
, touch
Business cards
>
Scan
.

Sharing your QR card

Share your QR card with your friends so that they can add you to their contacts quickly. On the
contact details screen, touch the QR code at the top of the screen to display your personal QR
code.
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Tips and Tricks

Calling contacts when the screen is off

When the screen is off, press and hold the volume down button. When you hear the alert sound,
say the name of the contact you want to call. Your phone will automatically call the contact.

Pocket mode

Enable Pocket mode to prevent you from missing important calls when your phone is in your
pocket. The call ringtone and vibration intensity will gradually increase when you receive an
incoming call.
Open
Dialer
. Touch >
Settings
in the
Dialer
tab and turn on the
Pocket mode
switch.
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Tips and Tricks

Taking snapshots when the screen is off

You can take rapid snapshots with your phone, even when the screen is off.
When the screen is off, point your phone at a subject and press the volume down button twice.
Your phone will take a photo and display how fast it was captured.
Press the volume down button twice in quick succession

Perfect selfie

Enable perfect selfie mode and customize the beauty settings to make sure you shine in group
photos.
In the camera application, go to
Perfect selfie
Next, switch to
and apply your custom beauty settings to make you stand out in a group shot.
switch, and then configure your custom beauty settings.
Beauty
mode and touch to take a photo. Your phone will detect your face
Beauty
mode, and then touch
Perfect selfie
. Turn on the
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Tips and Tricks

Using time-lapse mode to fast forward the action

Time-lapse mode lets you capture and accelerate subtle changes in scenery, such as a sunrise,
sunset, or the movement of clouds.
On the camera screen, swipe right to switch to
touch to start capturing video.
Time-lapse
. Hold your phone steady, and then

Taking photos while recording video

Ever wanted to take a photo during a video recording?
On the camera interface, swipe right, and then select
Video
to start a video recording. While
recording video, touch to take a photo.
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Tips and Tricks

Answering or rejecting a call using voice commands

If your hands are occupied when a call comes in, simply say "Answer call" or "Reject call" to
answer or reject the call.
Go to
calls with voice control
Settings
, touch
Smart assistance
switch.
>
Voice control
, and then turn on the
Answer
Touch
Voice command language

Using voice wakeup

Open
on the
commands. You can:
Find your phone
Make a call
Settings
Voice wakeup
. Touch
: Say "OK Emy, where are you?". Your phone will ring to reveal its location.
: Say "OK Emy, call Jane". Your phone will make a call to Jane.
Smart assistance
switch and follow the onscreen instructions to enter your voice wakeup
to change the voice command language.
>
Voice control
>
Voice wakeup
, and then turn
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Tips and Tricks

Finding applications quickly

Use the search feature to quickly find an application.
Swipe down from the middle of the screen to access the search bar, and then enter the name of
the application that you are looking for. The search results will be displayed underneath the
search bar.
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Tips and Tricks
Connecting to the Wi-Fi network with the strongest
signal
After enabling Wi-Fi+, your phone will monitor Wi-Fi networks and mobile data and select the
connection with the best signal and fastest data transfer speeds.
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel. In the
hold and select
WLAN+
. Turn on the
WLAN+
switch to enable this feature.
Shortcuts
tab, touch and

Using your phone while wearing gloves

Enable gloves mode so that you can continue to use your phone when wearing gloves.
Open
Settings
, and then touch
Smart assistance
>
Gloves mode
.
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Tips and Tricks

Adjusting the system volume rapidly

Press the volume button on the side of the phone, and then touch to adjust the ringtone,
multimedia, alarm, and call volume.

Using the floating dock

The floating dock gives you access to a number of frequently-used options and features, such as
the back key, home key, and one-touch optimization. You can move the floating dock around the
screen for easy one-hand use.
Under
switch.
Settings
The floating dock is displayed on most screens. Drag the dock to the desired location to adjust
, select
Smart assistance
>
Floating dock
, and then turn on the
Floati n g dock
its position.
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Aligning home screen applications automatically

Gaps may appear on the home screen after you uninstall applications or move them into folders.
Use the automatic align feature to arrange applications neatly on the home screen.
Pinch two fingers together to open the home screen editor. Touch
on the
your phone to realign application icons and fill any gaps.
Shake
switch. Touch and hold the home screen to open the home screen editor. Shake
More settings
, and then turn

Touch-disable mode

Enable touch-disable mode to prevent unintended operations when your phone is in your pocket.
Open
Screen gestures will not work in touch-disable mode, even when the screen is on. Uncover the top
of the screen, or press the power and volume up buttons simultaneously to turn off touch-disable
mode.
Settings
, touch
Smart assistance
, and then turn on the
Touch-disable mode
switch.
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2

Making calls

Smart dialing

Enter the name, initials, or number of a contact in the dialer. Your phone will display matching
contacts.
1
Open
2
Enter the name or initials of a contact in the dialer (for example, Howard Smith or HS). Your
phone will search your contacts and call log and list the results above the dialer.
Dialer
.
3
From the list, select the contact you want to call. If your phone has dual SIM support, touch
1
or to make a call.
4
Touch to end the call.

Enabling quick calling

Call people quickly even when the screen is switched off.
1
Open
2
Touch >
Press and hold the volume down button for one second when the screen is off. When you hear
the alert sound, release the volume down button and say the name of the contact you want to
call. The phone will dial their number.
When using a Bluetooth headset, press and hold the headset dialing key to enable quick
calling.
Dialer
Settings
.
>
Quick calling
and then turn on the
Quick calling
switch.

Making a call from Contacts

1
Open
2
Touch the search bar and enter the name or initials of the person you want to call. For more
information on searching for contacts, see Finding a contact.
Contacts
.
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1
2
3
Touch the contact number. If your phone has dual SIM support, touch the contact's phone
2
number, and then touch or to initiate the call.

Making a call from the call log

View incoming and outgoing calls in the call log and dial the corresponding numbers.
1
Open
2
Slide the list up and down to view all calls. Touch the name or number of the person that you
Dialer
.
want to call. If your phone has dual SIM support, touch or to make a call.
1

Making an emergency call

In the event of an emergency, you can make emergency calls from your phone, even without a
SIM card. However, you must be in an area with cellular coverage.
1
Open
2
Enter the emergency number for your location in the dialer, and then touch .
Dialer
.
You can dial an emergency number even when the screen is locked. On the lock screen, touch
Emergency call
, enter your local emergency number, and then touch .
The ability to make emergency calls can depend on local regulations and carriers in your area.
Poor network reception or environmental interference may prevent your call from being
connected. Never rely solely on your phone for essential communication during emergencies.

Speed dialing

Configure speed dialing for people you call frequently. Simply touch and hold a number key to
dial their number.
1
is the default key for voicemail. It cannot be used as a speed-dial number.
1
Open
2
Touch and hold a number key to associate it with a contact.
3
Return to the dialer and touch and hold a number key to call the associated contact. If you are
using a dual SIM phone, touch and hold a number key, and then select or to call the
Dialer
.
1 2
associated contact.
To delete a key association, open the dialer and touch >
the contact association you want to remove, and then touch
Settings
>
Speed dial
. Select
Clear assigned number
.
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2

Making an international call

Before making a long-distance call, contact your carrier to activate an international calling or
roaming service.
1
Open
2
On the dialer screen, touch and hold the 0 key to enter a + symbol, and then enter the country
code, area code, and phone number.
Dialer
.
3
Touch . If your phone has dual SIM support, touch or .
1

Auto redial

Use auto redial to keep redialing a contact's number until your call is connected.
The first time a call does not connect or is interrupted, your phone will display the single redial
screen. Touch to redial the number once.
If a call does not connect after the first redial attempt, your phone will display the infinite redial
screen. Touch to redial the number until the call connects.
Ensure you touch promptly. The redial screen will close if you don't redial within 10
seconds.
To cancel a redial attempt, touch .
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Answering or rejecting a call

When a call comes in, you can press the volume button to mute the ringtone.
While the screen is locked:
Drag right to answer the call.
Drag left to reject the call.
Touch to reject the call and send an SMS.
Touch to configure a callback reminder.
Calls and Contacts
While the screen is unlocked:
Touch to answer the call.
Touch to reject the call.
Touch to reject the call and send an SMS.
Touch to configure a callback reminder.
On the dialer screen, touch >
text messages.
Settings
>
Reject calls with SMS
to edit the predefined

Functions available during a call

During a call, your phone will display an in-call menu.
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Open Calendar
Mute the call
Start a three-way call
Enable hands-free mode
Hide the in-call menu
: Touch
Home
the green status bar at the top of the screen.
or
Return
Place the current call on hold
View your notes
Display your contacts
Open the dialer
End call
. To return to the in-call menu, touch
Start a three-way call
: Please contact your carrier to find out how to use this feature. For
more information, see Making a conference call.
Adjust the volume
: Press the volume up button to increase the volume, or the volume down
button to decrease the volume.
To end a call using the power button, go to
on the
Power button ends call
switch.
Dialer
, touch >
Settings
and then turn
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Answering a third-party call

Before using this feature, check that you have subscribed to a call hold service and enabled
call waiting on your phone. For more information on enabling call waiting, see Enabling call
waiting. For details, contact your carrier.
1
If you receive an incoming call when in another call, touch . You can then answer the
incoming call and hold the other line.
2
Touch to switch between the two calls.

Making a conference call

You can set up a conference call using the multi-party call feature on your phone. Call one number
(or receive a call), and then call another number to add it to the conference call.
Conference calling requires network support. Please ensure you have activated this service.
For details, contact your carrier.
1
Call the first participant.
2
Once the call is connected, touch and then dial the second participant's number. The first
participant will be placed on hold.
3
When the second call is connected, touch to start a conference call.
4
To add more people to the call, repeat steps 2 and 3.
5
Touch to end the call.
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Viewing the call log

The call log is displayed above the dialer. Missed calls are displayed in red.

Adding a number from the call log

Select a number from the call log and save it to your contacts.
1
Open
2
In the call log, touch the icon next to the number you want to add and do the following:
Touch to create a new contact. For more information, see Creating a contact.
Touch to add the number to an existing contact.

Clearing the call log

Dialer
.
Open
Delete one entry
Delete multiple entries
delete. Touch >
Dialer
. You can:
: Touch and hold a log entry, and then touch
: Touch >
Delete
.
Delete call log
Delete entry
and select the entries you want to
.

Turning on pocket mode

Enable pocket mode to make sure you don't miss calls when your phone is in your pocket. The
ringtone volume and vibration intensity will gradually increase when you receive a call.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Turn on the
Dialer
.
Settings
Pocket mode
.
switch.
Your phone will vibrate for incoming calls when it is facing downwards or in your pocket, even
if incoming call vibrations are disabled.
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Call settings

Enabling call forwarding

If you are unavailable to take a call, you can configure your phone to forward calls to another
number.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Touch
Dialer
Call forwarding
.
Settings
.
. If your phone has dual SIM support, touch
Call forwarding
under
Card 1
4
Select a forwarding method, enter the destination number, and then touch
When call forwarding is enabled, your phone will forward certain calls (such as unanswered calls)
to the number you specified.
or
Card 2
.
Enable
.

Enabling call waiting

Call waiting allows you to take an incoming call when you are already in a call and switch between
the two conversations.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Touch
support, touch
waiting
Dialer
Additional settings
switch.
.
Settings
Additional settings
.
and turn on the
under
Card 1
Call waiting
or
Card 2
switch. If your phone has dual SIM
, and then turn on the
Call
When you receive an incoming call while already in a call, touch to answer the new call, and
to switch between the two calls.

Enabling do not disturb mode

Do not disturb mode allows you to work or relax in peace and quiet. Your phone will only notify
you about important calls or messages.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
Touch
contacts to the whitelist.
Settings
Do not disturb
Define priority interruptions
.
and turn on the
Do not disturb
>
Whitelist for calls and messages
switch.
> to add
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When do not disturb mode is enabled, your phone will only ring or vibrate when chosen contacts
call or message you. Your phone will mute ringtones or vibrations for any other calls or messages.
Notifications for these can be viewed in the notification panel.

Configuring the harassment filter

The harassment filter automatically blocks calls and messages from unknown or blacklisted
sources. The blacklist is constantly updated, ensuring that you are never disturbed.
Open
blacklist or whitelist. For more information, see Harassment filter.
You can also open
harassment filter.
Phone Manager
Dialer
, then touch
and then touch >
Harassment filter
to configure filter rules and the
Harassment filter
to configure the

Configuring voicemail

Divert calls to your voicemail when your phone is switched off or unavailable. Callers can leave a
voice message which you can listen to later.
Voicemail must be supported by your carrier. Please ensure that you have subscribed to this
service. Contact your carrier for information about their voicemail service.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Touch
under
Dialer
Additional settings
Card 1
.
Settings
or
Card 2
.
. If your phone has dual SIM support, touch
Additional settings
4
Touch
When you receive a voicemail message, the icon is displayed in the status bar. Dial the
voicemail number to retrieve the message.
Voicemail
>
Voicemail number
and then enter your voicemail number.

Creating a contact

The number of contacts you can store on your phone depends on the size of your phone's
internal storage. The maximum number of SIM card contacts may vary depending on your SIM
card's storage capacity.
1
Open
2
Touch . Touch
3
Select a location to save the contact from the options menu.
4
Enter the contact's name, phone number and other information, and then touch .
Contacts
.
Create a new contact
if you are creating a contact for the first time.
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If you want to save a number from your call log, touch the icon next to the number you want
to save, and then select or . You can also save phone numbers or email addresses in
Messaging
or
Email
to your contacts.

Adding contact details quickly

Enter contact information on your phone more rapidly. Simply scan or take pictures of business
cards to automatically add names, phone numbers, and other information to your contacts.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
You can then:
Take a photo of one card
a landscape orientation. Adjust the viewfinder frame so that the card fits the guidelines, and
then touch .
Contacts
Business cards
.
>
Scan
.
: Place the business card on a flat surface and hold the phone in
Take photos of multiple cards:
to photograph multiple cards.
After you have finished scanning or taking photos, contact information will automatically be
saved to
Business cards
.
Switch to
Burst
mode and follow the onscreen instructions

Importing or exporting contacts

Your phone supports
information, including names, addresses, and phone numbers.

Importing contacts from a storage device

1
Open
2
Touch >
Contacts
Import/Export
.vcf
contact files.
.
>
VCF
is a standard file format for storing contact
Import from storage
.
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3
Select one or more
.vcf
files, and then touch OK.

Importing contacts from a SIM card

1
Open
2
Touch >
choose whether to import from SIM 1 or SIM 2.
3
Select the contacts you want to import, and then touch .
4
Choose the location to import contacts to. Your phone will automatically import the contacts.
Contacts
Import/Export
.
>
Import from
. If your phone has dual SIM support, you can

Importing contacts using Bluetooth

1
Open
2
Touch >
Contacts
Import/Export
.
>
Import from another phone
.
3
Select
4
Enable Bluetooth on the device from which you want to import contacts and set the device to
be visible to other Bluetooth devices.
5
Touch
6
Touch the Bluetooth device from which you want to import contacts. Once connected, your
phone will automatically import contacts from the other Bluetooth device.
Supports Bluetooth
Next
. Your phone will automatically turn on Bluetooth and search for nearby devices.
and then touch
Next
.

Importing contacts using Wi-Fi Direct

1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Select
Wi-Fi and scans for Wi-Fi Direct devices.
4
Select the Wi-Fi Direct device you want to connect to. Once connected, your phone will
Contacts
Import/Export
Import via WLAN Direct
.
>
Import from another phone
and then touch
Next
. Your phone then prompts you to enable
.
automatically import contacts from the other device.

Exporting contacts to a storage device

1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Touch
4
Choose where you want to export the contacts from and touch OK.
Contacts
Export
.
Import/Export
.
>
Export to storage
.
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The exported
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.vcf
file is saved to the root directory of your phone's internal storage by default.
Open
Files
to view the exported file.

Exporting contacts to a SIM card

1
Open
2
Touch >
whether to export to SIM 1 or SIM 2.
3
Select the contacts you want to export, and then touch .
4
Touch
Contacts
Import/Export
Continue
.
>
Export to
.
. If your phone has dual SIM support, you can choose

Sharing contacts

1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Select the contacts you want to share, and then touch .
Contacts
Import/Export
.
>
Share contact
.
4
Choose your sharing method, and then follow the onscreen instructions.

Managing contacts

Editing a contact

After creating a contact, you can edit their contact information at any time. This includes adding
or deleting default information such as phone numbers or email addresses. You can also choose
a custom ringtone and add a birthday, nickname, or photo.
1
Open
2
Touch and hold the contact you want to edit, and then touch
3
Touch the contact's photo, and then select
Alternatively, enter the contact's new information, and then touch .
The contact's photo will be displayed when the contact calls you. Other contact information such
Contacts
.
Edit
.
Take photo
or
Choose from Gallery
.
as company name and job title will also be displayed.
Add multiple numbers for one contact
touch
Edit
>
Add phone number
.
: Select a contact from the contact list, and then
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Merging duplicate contacts

When you add contacts to your phone from different sources, you may end up with duplicate
entries. These duplicate entries can be merged into one to help keep your contacts organized.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Select the contacts you want to merge, and then touch .
Contacts
Organize contacts
.
>
Merge duplicate contacts
.

Deleting contacts

1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Select the contacts you want to delete, and then touch .
Contacts
Organize contacts
.
>
Delete contacts by batch
.
4
Touch
Delete
You can also touch and hold a contact you want to delete. From the popup options menu,
select
Delete
.
to delete that contact.

Finding a contact

Search contacts stored on the phone, SIM card, or linked to an online account.
1
Open
For more complete search results, ensure that
contacts. On the contacts screen, touch >
contacts
2
On the contact list, use one of the following methods to find a contact:
Swipe the contact list up or down.
Slide your finger up or down the index on the right-hand side of the screen to scroll through
Contacts
.
.
Contacts
Display preferences
is configured to display all of your
and then select
All
your contacts.
Enter the contact's name, initials, phone number, email address, or other contact information
in the search bar at the top of the contact list. Search results will be displayed underneath.
3
Select a contact. You can then choose to call them, send them a text message, or edit their
contact information.
If an error message is displayed or you are unable to search for a contact, touch >
Organize contacts
and then select
Rebuild index data
.
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Viewing contacts from different accounts

You can select which contacts to display on your phone.
1
Open
2
Touch >
3
Select the account you want to display or customize the accounts to display.
Contacts
Display preferences
.
.
Calls and Contacts
Hide contact photos, company information and job title
on the contacts screen, and then turn on the
Simple layout
: Touch >
switch.
Displa y pre f ere n c es

Adding a contact to your favorites

You can add frequently-contacted people to your favorites to make them easier to find.
1
Open
2
Touch and hold the contact you want to add to your favorites, and then touch
favorites
When viewing contact details, touch to add the contact to your favorites.
Remove contacts from your favorites
the contacts that you wish to remove from your favorites, and then touch .
Contacts
to add the contact to
.
Favorites
: Touch
.
Favorites
Add to
> on the contacts screen. Select

Contact groups

Organize friends and family into different groups. You can send text messages or emails to
everyone in a group. Contacts now also features
sort contacts according to their company or the date you last contacted them, making it easier
to manage contacts and groups.
Smart groups
. Your phone can automatically
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Creating a group

1
Open
2
Touch
3
Enter the group name (for example Family or Friends) and then touch OK.
4
Touch . Select the contacts you want to add to the group, and then touch .
Contacts
Groups
.
and then .

Editing a group

Add or remove people from a group or change the group name.
1
Open
2
Touch
3
Touch and add new members to the group.
4
Touch . You can then:
Contacts
Groups
.
and select the group you want to edit.
Touch
Touch
Touch
Remove members
Delete group
Rename
to delete the group.
to edit the group name.
to remove members from the group.
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Sending messages or emails to a group

1
Open
2
Touch
3
Touch to send a message or to send an email.
Contacts
Groups
.
and select which group you want to send a message or email to.

Deleting a group

1
Open
2
Touch
3
Touch and hold the group you want to delete, and then touch
4
Touch
Deleting a group will not remove the contacts in the group.
Contacts
Groups
Delete
.
.
.
Delete
Calls and Contacts
.
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Sending a message

Spice up your messages by adding emoticons, images, videos, music, recordings, and more.
1
Open
2
In the list of message threads, touch .
3
Select the recipient box and enter the contact name or phone number. You can also touch
to open your contact list and choose a contact or contact group.
4
Select the text field and enter your message, and then touch .
If you enter more than three lines of text, touch to switch to full screen text entry. Touch
Messaging
.
to add an attachment to your message.
Cancel a message
Switch to full screen text entry
Add attachment
Swipe left or right to select attachment type
: You can cancel a message up to four seconds after it was sent. Touch
Choose recipients
Send
>
Settings
sending.
, then turn on the
Cancel send

Replying to a message

1
Open
Messaging
.
switch. Double touch the message to cancel
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2
In the list of message threads, touch a contact name or phone number to view your
conversations.
3
Select the text field and enter your message, and then touch .
Reply to a message from the notification bar
notification bar. Touch the button to compose a reply.
: New messages will be displayed in the

Searching for messages

Use the message search feature to find messages quickly.
1
Open
2
Swipe down on the screen in the list of message threads to bring up the search bar.
3
Enter one or more keywords. The search results will be displayed underneath the search bar.
Messaging
.

Deleting threads

Delete unwanted or old threads to tidy up your message list.
Deleted threads cannot be retrieved, so please proceed with caution.
1
Open
2
In the list of message threads, touch and hold a thread.
3
Select the threads you want to delete, and then touch >
Messaging
.
Delete
.

Managing messages

Delete unwanted messages, forward messages to other contacts, copy and paste message
content, and lock messages or add them to your favorites to prevent them from being deleted by
accident.
1
Open
Messaging
.
2
In the list of message threads, touch a contact name or phone number to view your
conversations.
3
Touch and hold a message. You can:
Forward the message
Delete the message
be retrieved.
: Touch to forward the message to another contact.
: Touch >
Delete
to delete the message. Deleted messages cannot
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Copy the message
When viewing a message, touch the message twice to enter full screen text selection view.
Add the message to your favorites
to your favorites. When you delete messages, messages in your favorites will not be affected.
: Touch to copy the message to the clipboard and paste it elsewhere.
: Touch >
Copy to Favorites
to add the message
In the list of message threads, touch >
Lock the message
locked messages will not be affected.
: Touch >
Lock
Favorites
to lock the message. When you delete messages,
to view your favorite messages.

Blocking spam messages

1
Open
2
In the list of message threads, touch >
3
Touch to configure the spam rules and keywords. Blocked messages are not shown in the
list of message threads.
Messaging
.
Harassment filter
to view blocked messages.

Managing common phrases

Create common phrases to save you time when you're composing a message.
1
Open
2
In the list of message threads, touch >
can:
Touch a common phrase to edit it.
Touch to create a common phrase.
Use a common phrase in a message
Phrase
Messaging
, then select a common phrase to add it to your message.
.
Settings
: When composing a message, touch . Select
>
Advanced

Adding a message signature

Add a message signature to save you time when sending messages.
1
Open
2
Touch >
Messaging
Settings
.
>
Advanced
>
Signature
in the list of message threads, and then turn
>
Common phrases
. You
on the
3
Touch
Attach signature
Edit signature
, enter your signature, and then touch OK.
switch.
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Adding an email account

Adding a personal email account

When adding an account, consult your email service provider if you are unsure about the account
settings.
1
Open
2
Choose an email service provider or touch
3
Enter your email address and password, and then touch
configure an email account manually.
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to configure your account. The system will automatically
connect to the server and check the server settings.
Email
.
Others
.
Next
. Touch
Manual setup
to
Once the account has been set up, your
Change account or folder
Compose email
After adding an email account, touch >
Inbox
Amy@huawei.com
will be displayed.
Settings
>
Add account
Search
Change email settings
in your
Inbox
to
continue adding other accounts.

Adding an Exchange account

Exchange is an email system developed by Microsoft for businesses. Some email service providers
also provide Exchange accounts for individuals and families.
When adding an account, consult your email service provider if you are unsure about the account
settings.
1
Open
2
Touch
Email
Exchange
.
.
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3
Enter your email address, user name, and password. Touch
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to configure your account. The system will automatically
connect to the server and check the server settings.
Next
.
Once the account has been set up, your
Inbox
will be displayed.

Sending an email

1
Open
2
Touch .
3
Touch
4
Enter one or more recipients.
To Cc or Bcc the email to multiple recipients, touch
5
Enter your email subject and main body. Touch to add an attachment.
6
Touch .
Your email service provider may place a limit on the size of email attachments. If your
attachments exceed the limit, send the attachments in separate emails.
Email
From:
.
and then select the email account you want to use.
Cc/Bcc:
.
Amy@huawei.com
Recipient
Subject
Email body
Touch >
Save
to save your email as a draft.

Checking your emails

Open
1
2
Email
Open
In your
and then swipe down in your
Email
Inbox
.
, touch in the upper left corner to select an account.
Inbox
Send
Select recipient from contact list
Add attachment
to refresh the list of emails.
3
Touch the email you want to read. You can:
Touch to star for future reference.
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Touch to reply, forward, or delete the email.
Touch
Swipe left or right to read the next or previous email.
Reply…
and enter text to compose a quick reply.

Managing VIP contacts

Add important contacts to your VIP list. Emails from your VIP contacts will appear in a separate
inbox.
1
Open
2
In your
3
Touch the contact's photo, and then select
To change the notification settings and ringtones for your VIP contacts, touch >
Email
Inbox
.
, open the email that you want to read.
Add to VIP list
in the popup menu.
Settings
>
VIP notifications
in your
Inbox
.

Account settings

Changing email accounts

If you have added multiple email accounts on your phone, ensure you switch to the right account
before viewing or sending emails.
1
Open
2
In your
3
Select the desired email account.

Removing an email account

1
Open
Email
Inbox
Email
.
, touch in the upper left corner to open the account list.
.
2
In your
3
Select the account you want to remove.
4
Touch
After you remove an email account, you will no longer be able to send or receive emails using that
account.
Inbox
Remove account
, touch >
Settings
> OK.
.

Personalizing your email account

Display contact pictures, choose what to display after deleting an email, change your signature,
set inbox update frequency, and change email notification tones.
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1
Open
2
In your
Email
Inbox
.
, touch >
Settings
Messaging and Email
and then choose the desired settings.
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Camera and Gallery

Accessing the viewfinder

Open
Camera
to access the viewfinder.
Switch flash modes
Switch to wide aperture mode
Swipe right on the screen to change camera modes
View images or videos
For more information on the camera settings, see Camera settings.
Switch between rear and front cameras
Apply filter effects
Swipe left on the screen to configure the camera settings
Shoot a video
Take a photo

Taking a photo

Your phone comes with a feature-packed camera that you can use to capture life's unforgettable
moments.
1
Open
2
Frame the scene you want to capture, the camera will focus automatically. Touch any part of
the viewfinder to focus on the corresponding area. To adjust the focal length, pinch two fingers
together or spread them apart on the viewfinder.
3
Touch .
Touch the thumbnail to view a photo and share it with friends. For more information, see
Sharing images or videos.
Camera
.
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Shooting modes

Your phone features a variety of different camera modes for different shooting scenarios.
Availability of different shooting modes varies by model.
Swipe right on the viewfinder to change the capture mode.
Beauty
more information, see Beauty mode.
Panorama
panoramic photo.
Panoramic self-portraits
information, see Taking a panoramic self-portrait.
Night shot
exposure based on the ambient light conditions. For more information, see Super Night mode.
: Drag the slider to adjust the beauty level and apply facial enhancement effects. For
: Use this mode to take wide-angle shots. For more information, see Taking a
: Use this mode to take panoramic self-portraits. For more
: Use this mode to take night-time shots. The camera will automatically adjust the
HDR
: Enhance a photo taken under insufficient or excessive light conditions. For more
information, see HDR mode.
Professional
mode.
Document readjustment
them easier to read. For more information, see Document correction.
Light painting
Light Painting mode.
Watermark
watermarks to photos.
Audio note
Audio notes.
Wide aperture
more information, see
: Take stunning, DSLR-quality images. For more information, see Pro camera
: Automatically straighten out images taken from an angle to make
: Capture trails of light by using slow shutter speeds. For more information, see
: Add a selection of watermarks to your photos. For more information, see Adding
: Record a few seconds of audio when taking a photo. For more information, see
: Take close-up shots of objects and people with a blurred background. For
Wide aperture photos.
Monochrome
photos.
Time-lapse
Time-lapse mode.
Slow-mo
: Record a slow motion clip. For more information, see Slow motion recording.
: Take black and white images. For more information, see Black and white
: Make an accelerated video of a slow-changing scene. For more information, see
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Beauty mode

Use beauty mode for stunning selfies and younger, smoother-looking skin.
1
Open
2
Drag the slider to adjust the beauty level.
3
Frame the scene you want to capture, and then touch . The camera will automatically
detect each face in the photo and apply the beauty settings.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Beauty
.

Perfect Selfie mode

Use Perfect Selfie mode to automatically apply custom beauty settings to your face when you are
in a group photo. Adjust the settings for your eyes, pupils, skin tone, and face shape to make you
stand out from the crowd.

Using Perfect Selfie mode

Perfect Selfie mode automatically detects your face in a group shot and applies custom beauty
settings to your skin.
1
Open
2
(Optional) Swipe left on the screen and check that the
Configuring Perfect Selfie if you are enabling this mode for the first time.
3
Go back to the
selfie. Touch . The camera will automatically detect your face and apply the preset facial
enhancement settings.
Camera
Beauty
. Swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Perfect selfie
screen to take a photo. Switch to the front camera if you are taking a
Beauty
.
switch is turned on. See

Configuring Perfect Selfie

Follow the steps below when using Perfect Selfie for the first time.
1
Open
Camera
. Swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Beauty
.
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2
Touch
a) Take three photos of your face from the front, side, and with your head lowered. b) Configure the settings for skin tone, pupils, and face shape as desired. Choose a higher
Perfect selfie
setting for a more noticeable effect. Touch .
to configure the facial enhancement settings.
Update your personal information
Edit personal info
Adjust your beauty settings
beauty effects
Disable Perfect Selfie mode
switch to disable Perfect Selfie.
to update your calibration photos.
to adjust the beauty settings, such as skin tone and face shape.
: On the camera settings screen, touch
: On the camera settings screen, turn off the
: On the camera settings screen, touch
Perfect selfie
Perfect selfie
Perfect selfie

Ultra Snapshot

Press the volume down button twice to take a photo, even when the screen is off.
>
>
Set
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This feature is not available during music playback. Not all camera modes support this feature.
1
Open
snapshot
2
When the screen is off, point the camera at the desired object, and then press the volume down
Camera
>
Open camera and take quick snapshot
and then swipe left on the screen to access the camera settings. Touch
.
button twice in quick succession to take a photo. The camera will automatically take a photo
and display the capture time.
Disabling Ultra Snapshot
: On the camera settings screen, touch
Ultra snapshot
>
Off
Press the volume down button twice in quick succession
Ultra
.
Due to the rapid capture time, image quality may decrease for night-time or close-up shots.
Choose a location with ample light and shoot from a suitable distance.
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Burst shooting

Use burst shooting when you want to take a photo of a moving subject, such as during a football
match. The camera will capture several images in quick succession so that you don't miss out on
the action.
Not all camera modes support this feature.
1
Open
2
Focus on the subject, and then press and hold to start the burst sequence. Release your
finger to stop shooting.
3
To view and select images, touch the image thumbnail and then touch .
4
Your phone will automatically select the best shot. To select other photos, touch . Touch
Camera
indicates photos that were taken in burst mode.
.
and then follow the onscreen instructions to save the image.
If you cannot access Burst shooting mode, touch
Touch & hold shutter button
on the
camera settings screen and check that
Burst shoot
is selected.

Voice activated shooting

Use voice activated shooting to control the shutter when taking a group shot.
1
Open
2
Touch
Camera
Audio control
. Swipe left on the screen to access the camera settings.
and turn on the
Audio control
switch. You can then:
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Say "cheese" to take a photo.
Set the camera to take a photo when the ambient noise reaches a certain decibel level.
3
Frame the scene you want to capture. The camera will take a photo automatically when you
issue a voice command or the camera detects a loud sound.

Launching the camera from Gallery

1
Open
2
Go to the
down again to launch the camera.
Not all camera features are available in half screen mode.
Gallery
Photos
.
tab and swipe down to display the viewfinder in half screen mode. Swipe
3
Select the desired shooting mode. For more information, see Shooting modes.
4
Touch to take a photo.
5
Touch
Return
to return to Gallery.

Object tracking

Use object tracking when taking photos of moving subjects, such as people or animals. The
camera will automatically focus on the moving subject to ensure that your image stays in focus.
Object tracking mode and smile capture cannot be used at the same time.
1
Open
Camera
. Swipe left on the screen to access the camera settings.
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2
Turn on the
3
Touch the subject on the screen. Your camera will remain focused on the subject.
4
Touch .
Object tracking
switch.
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Audio notes

Add audio notes to bring your photos to life.
1
Open
2
Frame the scene you want to capture.
3
Touch to take a photo with an audio note. The camera will record a short audio clip to add
to your photo.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Audio note
.

HDR mode

Use HDR mode for scenes with a large contrast to prevent under- or overexposure and ensure
clarity in every shot.
HDR mode is not available for the front camera.
1
Open
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
HDR
.
2
Hold your phone steady, frame the scene, and then touch .
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Super Night mode

Super Night mode improves the quality of images taken at night and in low-light conditions by
accentuating the detail of darker areas to produce brighter, more colorful images.
Use a tripod to minimize camera shake.
1
Open
Touch
exposure settings.
2
Hold your phone steady, frame the scene, and then touch . The camera will automatically
take several images and merge them into one photo.
Camera
Auto
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
and follow the onscreen instructions to manually adjust the ISO and other
Night shot
.

Pro camera mode

Pro camera mode gives you full control over the camera settings so that you can take
professional-looking shots in challenging shooting scenarios.

Using Pro camera mode

Your phone comes with Pro camera mode, which gives you manual control over the camera
settings (such as overlays, exposure, and shutter speed) for professional quality shots.
1
Open
Camera
and then swipe up on the slider to enable Pro mode.
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Pro camera mode can only be accessed from the
2
In Pro camera mode, you can adjust the exposure, shutter speed, and other camera settings.
Photo, Video
, and
Monochrome
screens.
You can also add a grid overlay and output images in raw format.
Adjust the shutter speed, white balance, and other camera settings
: You can adjust the
ISO, exposure compensation, white balance, focus mode, shutter speed and more on the Pro
camera settings screen. For more information, see Pro camera settings.
Turn on the auxiliary focus light
switch. Use the focus light to make it easier to focus on your subject in dark
light
: Swipe left on the screen and turn on the
AF auxiliary
surroundings.
Add an overlay
you compose your image. For more information, see
Output an image in raw format
format
switch. Photos taken in Pro camera mode can be saved in JPEG and DNG formats.
: Swipe left on the screen and touch
: Swipe left on the screen, and then turn on the
Assistive grid
. Select an overlay to help
Adding an overlay.
RAW
Raw format is an image format used by professional photographers to record the unprocessed
data from the camera's image sensor. Images saved in raw format retain all of their original
detail and are easy to edit. However, raw images have a larger file size and therefore take up
more space on your device.
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After you have finished adjusting the camera settings, touch to take a photo.
The low exposure icon will appear when the exposure is too low. Touch the icon to restore
the default exposure settings.
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Pro camera settings

When you switch to Pro camera mode, you can adjust a whole range of camera settings in the
viewfinder to produce professional-looking shots. For example, you can adjust the ISO, exposure
compensation, white balance, focus mode, shutter speed, and more.
Underexposure warning
Low
exposure
icon
Manual settings
Touch this icon to restore the default exposure settings. This icon will only appear
when the exposure is too low.
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Manual
settings
: Touch to set the metering mode (the way in which your camera determines
the exposure). You can select matrix metering, center-weighted metering, or spot
metering. Matrix metering is set by default.
ISO
: Touch to adjust the camera's sensitivity to light. Increasing the ISO will create
a brighter picture, but there will be a noticeable increase in noise. You can
configure the camera to adjust the ISO automatically, or you can adjust it
manually.
S
: Touch to set the shutter speed. You can configure the camera to adjust the
shutter speed automatically, or you can adjust it manually.
EV
: Touch to set the exposure compensation. Select an exposure setting to
increase/decrease the brightness. Touch and hold the icon to lock the current
exposure setting.
AF
: Touch to set the focus mode. You can select touch to focus, continuous
autofocus, or manual focus. Continuous autofocus is set by default. When
continuous autofocus is selected, touch and hold the icon to enable the focus lock.
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: Touch to select a white balance according to the ambient light conditions.
You can choose from daylight, tungsten bulb, fluorescent lamp, and more. You can
also adjust the color temperature. Touch and hold the icon to lock the white
balance.

Light Painting mode

Light Painting mode enables you to take stunning shots of light trails without the need to
manually adjust the aperture or shutter speed. Four different settings are available for different
shooting scenarios.
Tail light trails
Light graffiti
Silky water
Star track
: Capture trails of light made by cars at night.
: Capture trails of light in a dark environment.
: Capture silky smooth images of flowing water.
: Capture stunning images of star trails in the night sky.
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Tail light trails

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In Light Painting mode, select
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Select a suitable location and hold your phone steady. Use a tripod for long exposures.
Shoot from a distance for the best results. Avoid pointing the camera at car headlights to
prevent parts of the image from becoming overexposed.
Tail light trails
to capture the trails of light made by cars at night.
2
Open
trails
3
Touch to start the exposure. The exposure time is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
4
A preview of the image is displayed in the viewfinder. When the desired exposure time has
elapsed, touch to end the exposure.
.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Light painting
>
Tail light

Light graffiti

In Light Painting mode, select
in front of the camera.
Light graffiti
to create patterns or text by moving a light source
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Use a small torch or a glow stick to create a pattern.
1
Select a suitable location and hold your phone steady. Use a tripod for long exposures.
Choose a location away from other sources of light to ensure that the pattern stands out.
2
Open
3
Touch when the subject starts to draw a pattern using the source of light. The exposure
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Light painting
>
Light graffiti
time is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Turn on the flash if you wish to capture the person creating the pattern.
4
A preview of the image is displayed in the viewfinder. Touch to end the exposure.

Silky water

.
In Light Painting mode, select
Silky water
to capture silky smooth images of waterfalls and rivers.
1
Select a suitable location and hold your phone steady. Use a tripod for long exposures.
2
Open
3
Touch to start the exposure. The exposure time is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
4
A preview of the image is displayed in the viewfinder. When the desired exposure time has
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Light painting
>
Silky water
elapsed, touch to end the exposure.
.
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Star track

You can use your camera to capture the movement of stars in the night sky.
Use a tripod to minimize camera shake and hold your phone in place.
1
Select a suitable location away from obstructions. Clear skies will produce the best results.
When shooting the image, stay away from sources of light and avoid excessive exposure times
to prevent parts of the image from becoming overexposed.
2
Open
3
Touch to start the exposure. The exposure time is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
4
A preview of the image is displayed in the viewfinder. When the desired exposure time has
elapsed, touch to end the exposure.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Light painting
>
Star track

Panoramic shots

Taking a panoramic photo

Select Panorama mode to take wide-angle shots.
.
1
Select a suitable location and hold your phone steady. Shoot the image in a wide, open space
and avoid monochromatic backgrounds.
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2
Open
3
Touch to start shooting.
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to take the photo. Slowly move your camera from left to right,
ensuring that the arrow stays level with the center line. To take a panoramic shot in portrait
mode, select and then slowly move your camera upwards.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Panorama
.
5
Touch to stop shooting. The camera automatically stitches the photos together to create
one panoramic photograph.

Taking a panoramic self-portrait

You can also take wide-angle shots in self-portrait mode to capture the beautiful surroundings.
You cannot take panoramic self-portraits in landscape mode.
1
Open
2
Touch to select the front-facing camera.
3
Swipe right on the screen, and then touch
4
Hold your phone steady, point the camera at the subject, and then touch to take the first
photo.
Make sure that subjects don't move between each photo.
5
Follow the onscreen instructions and slowly turn your camera to the left. Your camera will take
Camera
.
Panorama
.
the second photo automatically when the blue box lines up with box on the left-hand side.
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Follow the onscreen instructions and slowly turn your camera to the right. Your camera will
take the final photo when the blue box lines up with the box on the right-hand side. The camera
automatically stitches the photos together to create a panorama.
Hold your phone steady and move slowly while you turn.

Adding watermarks to photos

Add watermarks to personalize your photos and help you remember where they were taken.
1
Open
2
Touch the or navigation icon or touch
3
Drag the watermark to reposition, and then touch to take a photo.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
More
and then select the desired watermark.
Watermark
.

Shooting a video

1
Open
2
Touch to start a video recording.
3
Touch the screen to focus on an object or area during recording. Touch to pause recording,
and then touch to resume. Touch to save the current scene as a photo.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Video
.
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4
Touch to end the recording.
Automatic facial enhancement
: Swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Beauty video
.
Stabilization cannot be enabled in this mode.

Time-lapse mode

Time-lapse mode allows you to capture and speed up subtle changes in the natural world. For
example, you can record the opening of a flower or the movement of clouds.
1
Open
2
Touch to start a video recording.
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Time-lapse
.
Your camera will automatically select a suitable frame rate according to the length of the
recording. The focal length cannot be adjusted during recording.
3
Touch to end the recording.
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Touch the thumbnail to play the recording. The video will be played back at a higher frame
rate. The frame rate is determined automatically by your camera and cannot be adjusted.

Slow motion recording

You can record videos in slow motion to enjoy fast moving scenes in detail, such as falling water
droplets or dance moves.
1
Open
2
Touch to start a video recording.
3
Touch the screen to focus on an object or area during recording.
4
Touch to end the recording.
Touch the thumbnail to play the recording back in slow motion. You can also select a clip
Camera
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
Slow-mo
.
from the video and play it in slow motion.

Document correction

You can use document correction mode to automatically adjust the orientation of a document in
a photo. For example, if you're sitting at the edge of a meeting room, you can take a photo of a
PPT, and then use document readjustment to crop and straighten the image so that it fits perfectly
on your screen.
1
Open
Touch
2
Focus on the subject (for example, a PPT, poster, or screen), and then touch to take a
photo. Your camera will automatically extract the part of the image containing text and adjust
its orientation so that it is easier to read.
Camera
Auto
, swipe right on the screen, and then touch
to turn off automatic shooting mode and take a photo manually.
Document readjustment
.
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