Lenovo K13 Pro User Manual

User Guide
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Contents

Hot topics Get Started
First look Insert the SIM and microSD cards Power on Sign in Connect to Wi-Fi Check your battery charge level Navigate your phone Improve battery life Care for your phone
Learn the basics
Home screen Help & more Search Notifications Status icons Volume Do not disturb Lock screen Quick settings Speak Gestures Direct Share Picture-in-Picture
Personalize your phone
Redecorate your home screen Digital wellbeing & parental controls
Apps
Phone Messages Chrome™ Camera Photos Gmail Duo Calendar More apps
Connect, share, pay & sync
Connect with Wi-Fi Connect with Bluetooth wireless Share files with your computer
Share your data connection Share or pay with NFC Share with contacts nearby Print Sync to the cloud Cast your screen to a TV Use a memory card Airplane mode Mobile network
Protect your phone
Screen lock Your privacy App pinning Backup & restore App safety Data usage
Troubleshoot your phone
Restart or remove an app Restart your phone Check for software update Reset Stolen phone
Accessibility
Make your phone speak Speak to your phone Change your phone’s display Change your phone’s sounds
Get more help
Where is my legal, safety, & regulatory information? Service & repairs Copyright & trademarks
Hot topics
» Quick settings
» Personalize y
» Camera
» Protect y
» Speak
» Connect to W
» System navigation
Tip: To view all of these topics on your phone, swipe up screen and tap
http://support.lenovo.com.
To view the SAR and/or PD values for your phone, from the home screen, swipe
guidance (SAR guideline) when used normally against your head or, when worn or carried, at a distance of 5 mm from the body. To meet RF exposure guidelines during body-worn operation, the device should be positioned at least this distance away from the body. The SAR guideline includes a considerable safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
To view additional information, visit www.sar-tick.com.
Caution: Before using your phone, please read the legal information. Swipe up Settings > About phone > Legal information.
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our phone
our phone
i-Fi
from the home
Device Help > Learn. For FAQs and other phone support, visit
up and tap Settings >
, then type Regulatory labels.
This product meets the applicable national or international RF exposure
>

Get Started

Flash
Headset Jack
Micr
Fingerprint
First look
Let’s get started. We’ll guide you through startup and tell you a bit about your phone’s features.
Ultra-wide
Camera
Main
Camera
Depth
Camera
Front
Camera
SIM &
microSD
Card Tray
ophone
Phone hardware buttons: top right are Volume up and down keys, middle right is Power button. Bottom middle is charging port. Top right is headset jack. On screen, top left is front camera, top right is flash. Navigation icons are along the bottom.
Note: Certain apps and features may not be available in all countries.
USB-C®/Charger
Macro Camera
Sensor
Proximity Sensor
Google Assistant Button
Volume Buttons
Power Button
Speaker
Power button
Choose from these options:
» Pow
er on/o: Press and hold the Power button, then tap Power o. When your
phone is o, press and hold the Power button to turn it on.
» Sleep/Wake up:
touchscreen to sleep by pressing the Power button. Press it again to wake it up.
» Restart:
Tip: see Protect your phone.
To conserve battery power and prevent accidental touches, put the
To restart your phone, press and hold the Power button, then tap Restart.
Volume buttons
To turn volume up or down:
» Music/video volume:
song or video, to adjust media volume.
» Ringer volume: Pr
Press a volume button when your phone is ringing to silence a call.
» Earpiece volume:
Tip: For more on volume control, see Volume.
Press the buttons when your phone is not ringing, or during a
ess a volume button, then tap
Press the buttons during a call.
and slide the Ring volume bar.
Google Assistant button
Press the Google Assistant button, then speak a command or ask a question. For more about this feature, see The Google Assistant™.
Insert the SIM and microSD cards
To activate phone service, you might need to insert a SIM card (or two), or this may have been done for you. You can also add a microSD card, which is optional and sold separately.
Put in the cards
Caution: Make sure you use the correct size SIM card and don’t cut the SIM card.
1
Insert the SIM tool into the hole ne
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xt to the tray to pop out the tray.
2 Insert the SIM card(s) with the gold contacts down, then gently push the tray into the
slot. Add a microSD card for additional storage.
Note:
Nano SIM
microSD card is optional, sold separately.
One SIM model
SIM
Two SIM model
SIM2
SIM1
or
SIM card insert graphic. After the battery is removed, the SIM card is inserted in the slot on the left with the clipped corner to the upper left. The SDcard is inserted in the right slot.
Power on
Press and hold the Power button, then follow the prompts to get started.
Power on graphic. Press and hold the Power button until the screen lights up.
Sign in
If you use Gmail™, you already have a Google™ account—if not, you can create an account during setup. Signing into your Google account lets you access, sync, and backup your stu. You can see your Google apps, contacts, calendar, photos, and more.
Tips
» To add, edit, or delete accounts, swipe up > Settings > Accounts.
» To set up email acc
» For help with your Google ac
ounts, see Gmail.
count, visit www.google.com/accounts.
Connect to Wi-Fi
For faster Internet access and to conserve mobile data use, swipe the status bar down. Touch and hold
Wi-Fi.
Note: This phone supports apps and services that may use a lot of data, so make sure
your data plan meets your needs. Contact your service provider for details.
to choose a Wi-Fi network. For full instructions, see Connect with
Check your battery charge level
Now is a good time to check if your phone needs to be charged. Swipe down on the home screen to show battery charge level.
USB-C
Charge phone graphic. Plug in a charger to charge your phone fully.
To charge your phone, insert the charging cable that came with your phone into the charging port (see First look for port location). Plug the other end into a power receptacle.
Note: Use of other chargers is not recommended.
Navigate your phone
Explore by touch
Use your fingers to find your way around:
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» Tap: Choose an icon or option.
» Touch and hold: See mor
» Drag: Mo
» Swipe: Scr
ve items on the home screen.
oll through lists or between screens.
e options.
» Pinch or double-tap: Zoom in and out on websites, photos, and maps.
» Twist:
Twist a map with two fingers to rotate it, and pull two fingers down to tilt it.
» Split screen: S
the top of the screen and tap
wipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold, then tap the icon at
Split screen. Not all apps will work in split screen. To
close the split screen, drag the dividing line to the bottom of the screen.
» Menus: When y
ou see
, , or , you can tap it to open options for the current
screen.
» Close Keyboar
d: To close a keyboard, tap
.
System navigation
Navigate using either gestures or buttons on the screen.
Navigation bar
Find it: Swipe up > Settings > System > Gestures > System navigation > Gesture navigation
For Home screen,
swipe up.
Navigation bar. To go to the home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. To see your recent apps, swipe up from the bottom and hold. To go back a screen, swipe toward the middle from the left or right edge.
For recent apps,
swipe up and hold.
To go back, swipe
toward the middle.
To switch apps,
swipe left or right at
the bottom.
For Google
Assistant, swipe
up diagonally.
» Go to the home screen: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
» See recent apps:
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold. Tap an app to
reopen it. Tap the app icon to see app info or split the screen.
» Go back a screen: S
» Switch betw
wipe toward the middle of the screen from the left or right edge.
een apps: Swipe left or right across the bottom of the screen.
» Launch the Google Assistant: Swipe up diagonally from the bottom corner of the
screen to launch the Google Assistant. Learn more about The Google Assistant™.
Navigation buttons
Find it: Swipe up > Settings > System > Gestures > System navigation > 3-button navigation
» Back: Tap Back
» Home: Tap Home
» Recents:
to go to the previous screen.
to return to the home screen.
Tap Recents
to see your recent apps (or browser tabs), and tap an app to reopen it. Double tap to quickly switch between your recent apps. To remove an app from the recent list, swipe it up. To scroll the list, swipe right or left.
» Google Assistant:
Touch and hold Home
to launch the Google Assistant. Learn
more about The Google Assistant™.
Improve battery life
Your phone processes tons of information. Depending on what apps are in use, your phone may use a lot of power.
When your phone is not in use for a period of time, unnecessary background processes are shut down to optimize battery life.
» To see what’s using up battery power, swipe up
DETAILS.
» To help impro
ve battery life, swipe up
> Settings > Battery > Battery Saver,
and turn it on. When on, your phone’s display changes to Dark theme.
» To limit batt
ery use for apps that you don’t use often, swipe up
Battery > Adaptive Battery, and turn it on.
Tip: To quickly open Settings, swipe down twice on the status bar and tap
> Settings > Battery > USAGE
> Settings >
.
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Battery Tips
To save even more battery life between charges, you could reduce:
» Widgets that s
» Unused accounts: S
» Recor
tream information to your home screen, like news or weather.
wipe up
ding or streaming videos or music.
> Settings > Accounts.
Care for your phone
Tips
» When you’re near water, consider using a Bluetooth speaker to listen to music from
your phone while keeping it safe. For more, see Connect with Bluetooth wireless.
» Hold your phone firmly when using gestur
flashlight on/o. For more, see Gestures.
» Don’t leave your phone in a hot car on a sunny day. If you do accidentally do this, let
your phone cool o before powering up.
In case of water
Mobile devices marketed as water repellent are not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, and do not submerge in water. In the event your device is exposed to water, dry your device and ports thoroughly with a soft, clean cloth. Water damage is not covered by your warranty.
Tips to prevent damage to your phone:
» Dry your phone and ports thoroughly with a soft, clean cloth.
» Don’t try to charge y
» Do not expose your phone to salt water or other liquids.
» Do not expose your phone t
» Do not drop or puncture your device, as this could damage the water repellent
features.
our phone when it’s wet.
o water at high pressure.
Clean your phone
To disinfect your phone:
es to open the camera or to turn the
» Use wipes or cloths moistened with isopr
(specific for electro-electronic products).
» It is recommended tha
» Avoid mois
microphones, and speakers.
» Do not immerse the phone in cleaning agents, and do not use cleaning materials tha
contain bleach or abrasive agents.
» Do not use spray
ture in the phone’s openings, including the charging port, headset jack,
t you turn your phone o to clean it.
s directly on the screen.
opyl alcohol with a concentration of 70%
t
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Learn the basics

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Home screen
The home screen is what you see when you turn on your phone. From here you can explore apps and more.
Note: Software updates may change the look of your home screen.
Home screen. At the top, tap the Google bar to type search options or tap the right hand microphone icon to speak a search. Icons at the top show notifications and phone status icons. Swipe up from center bottom to get to your apps. App icons along the bottom are commonly used apps: phone, message, Google Chrome, Gallery, and camera.
Tips
» Open app list: Swipe up to see all your apps.
» Return home: T
navigation bar.
o return to the home screen from any location, swipe up from the
Swipe down for notifications and settings.
Search by typing, or tap the microphone and say a command.
Swipe up to see all your apps.
» Pages: To add a page, drag an app to the right side of the screen until you see a new
page. You can add multiple pages. To see other pages of shortcuts and widgets (if available), swipe the home screen left.
» Settings: To quickly open c
more settings, swipe the status bar down again and tap
» Customiza
your phone.
tion: To personalize your home screen and other features, see Personalize
ommon settings, swipe the status bar down. To open
.
Help & more
Learn even more about your phone and get support.
Find it: Swipe up
Tip: Some apps have their own help that’s specific to their features. Just tap the menu
inside the app for details.
> Device Help
Search
On the home screen, tap the Google Search box for a text search or tap to search by voice.
When you type, suggestions appear below the search field:
» To search for a suggestion, tap it.
» To search f
Tip: To close the keyboard, tap
Note: For voice search, see Speak.
or text in the search field, tap
.
on the keyboard.
Notifications
At the top of the screen, icons on the left notify you about new messages or events. If you don’t know what an icon means, swipe the status bar down for details.
Tip: Getting too many notifications? Touch and hold a notification to see which app is sending them to you. Then you can turn them o.
Learn the basics
Swipe down to see
e the ringer or set phone
your notifications.
Notifications
Android Setup
Finish setting up your phone Copy your data, set wallpaper,and more
Finish setup
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Manage Clear all
Notifications screen. Swipe down from the top of the home screen down to view notifications.
Tap a notification to open it, or choose an option, such as Reply.
Tip: Swipe left or right to remove a notification. Some notifications show more options when you slide them halfway.
Tip: To quickly change common settings, swipe the status bar down. For more, see
Quick settings.
Smart reply
See suggestions based on notification content. For example, a text with an address may show Google Maps as an option.
To turn o Smart reply, tap
Messages > Menu > Settings > Suggestions in chat >
Smart Reply.
App notifications
You may see a notification dot on an app. This app notification, or badge, tells you the app has an update or an announcement, such as a new email or a missed call. Touch and hold the app for more information, options, or app shortcuts.
Status icons
Icons at the top right of the screen tell you about phone status:
Status Icons
Network strength
/ Wi-Fi in range/connected
/ Bluetooth on/connected
Alarm set
Data Saver on
Battery Saver on
Airplane mode / Battery charging/full
Do not disturb
Volume
Press the side volume buttons up or down to select a ringer volume and see other controls.
Mut to vibrate.
Slide the bar to increase/decrease volume.
Mute the media player.
Show all volume controls.
Volume screen. Press the Volume keys up or down to control the volume for Ring Notification, Media, and Alarm sounds. On screen, change the volume using slide bars.
Live Caption detects speech on your phone and shows you captions. When a caption shows, touch and hold the caption to move it. Double-tap the caption to expand it.
Learn the basics
Do not disturb
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To turn o some or all sounds, swipe the status bar down, and tap Do not disturb. To change Do Not Disturb settings, touch and hold option:
» People: Allo
conversation.
Tip: Create an exception for repeat callers that allows a call to sound from the same person within a 15 minute period, tap People > Calls > Allow repeat callers.
» Apps: Choose the apps that can int
» Alarms & other interruptions: Choose whether to hear sounds from alarms, media,
keypad, reminders, and calendar events.
» Schedules: Set a schedule to turn on
or night.
w some people to interrupt when they call, send a message, or start a
errupt you when Do Not Disturb is on.
Do Not Disturb at specific times during the day
Do not disturb, then select an
Lock screen
Your touchscreen is on when you need it and o when you don’t.
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Thanks for finding
my phone!
Lock screen showing access to voice control on the bottom left and camera on the bottom right. Swipe this screen up to unlock it.
» Screen o and on: Press the Power button to turn the screen o and on.
» Screen lock: T
To apply security to the lock screen (recommended), see Screen lock.
» Notifications: Double tap a notification to open it.
Tip: To prevent notifications from appearing in the lock screen, swipe up Settings > Apps & notifications > Notifications > Notifications on lockscreen > Don’t show notifications.
» Lock screen mes
case your phone gets lost, swipe up screen > Add text on lock screen.
o unlock the main lock screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
sage: To add a message to your lock screen, such as your name in
Add a lock screen message for anyone who finds your phone.
Swipe up to unlock your screen.
> Settings > Display > Advanced > Lock
>
Learn the basics
» Screen timeout: To change your timeout (screen locks automatically), swipe up >
Settings > Display > Advanced > Screen timeout.
Quick settings
For quick access to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Airplane mode, brightness, and other settings, swipe the status bar or lock screen down. Swipe down again for more settings. Tap an icon to turn features on or o. Touch and hold an icon to see more options. For even more settings, tap
Tap
to rearrange your settings and add or remove settings.
Wi-Fi Bluetooth
Mobile data
Airplane mode
Hotspot Do Not Disturb
Flashlight Auto-rotate
Quick Settings screen that shows options, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Airplane mode, Location and more. Customizable.
.
Set screen brightness.
Turn Wi-Fi on/off.
Tap an icon to turn it on/off. Touch and hold to see more options.
Battery Saver
See all phone settings.
Speak
Google Voice™
Use Google voice commands to tell your phone what you want.
» Use voice t
contact name or number. Or, say “Send text.”
Tip: If a contact has more than one number, you can say which number to call (for example, “Call Joe Black Mobile”).
» Search by voice: Tap
o make a call: Tap
on the home screen to search by voice.
on the home screen. Then say “Call” and then a
Note: To wake up your phone by saying “Hey Google,” see The Google Assistant™.
Voice to text
On a keyboard, tap , then speak your message or search text. You can also speak punctuation.
The Google Assistant™
Note: This feature may not be available in all languages.
To open the Google Assistant:
» Press the Google As
» Tap
from the home screen or from your list of apps.
» Swipe up from the bott
sistant button, then speak a command.
om corner of the screen, then speak or type a command.
Note: You can also say “Hey Google” or “Ok Google” to start the Google Assistant. To turn this feature on, swipe up
> Settings > Google > Account services > Search,
Assistant & Voice > Voice > Voice Match.
Tip: For more on the Google Assistant, visit https://support.google.com/assistant.
Gestures
Explore special gestures designed to save you time and make your day easier.
Find it: Swipe up
» Swipe fingerprint for notifica
your notifications.
» Quickly open camera: Press the Power button twice to quickly open the main
camera.
tem navigation: Navigate using either gestures or buttons at the bottom of the
» Sys
screen. For more, see System navigation.
» Prevent ringing: Press the Power and Volume Up buttons at the same time to switch
incoming calls to vibrate or mute.
er menu: Use the Power button as a shortcut to turn o or restart your phone,
» Pow
make an emergency call, select a payment method, and see connected devices quickly.
> Settings > System > Gestures
tions: Swipe down on the fingerprint sensor to check
Learn the basics
» Three finger screenshot: Touch and hold the screen with three fingers to take a
screenshot.
» Fast Flashlight:
» Quick capture: T
Turn the flashlight on/o with two chopping motions.
wist your wrist twice quickly to open the camera anytime.
Direct Share
In some apps, you can share something directly to a contact, app, or conversation.
TO Type a name, phone number, or email
Picture-in-Picture
If you’re watching a video, on a video call, or using navigation, and you change screens, your video continues to play in a small window on your screen.
» Tap twice t
» Tap the
» Swipe up from the bott
» Drag video around y
Note: Not all apps support this feature.
o return to it.
to close it.
om of the screen to put the video in a small window.
our screen.
Tap a contact to share information.
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Allie
Create link Shared
Google Direct Share screen. Tap a contact to share an item. Swipe up to get more options.
album
Gmail Messages
Select the share option (usually by tapping ) within an app, then select a contact, choose an app, or type a name or number to find a contact.
To use NFC, Bluetooth, or Nearby Share to share files, see Connect, share, pay & sync.
Swipe up for more share options.
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