LG V480, G-Pad 8.0 Wi-Fi User Guide

ENGLISH

User Guide

LG-V480

MFL68624820 (1.0)

www.lg.com

ENGLISH

User Guide

•Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual device.

• Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your device, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice.

•This device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard.

•Copyright ©2014 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

•Google™, Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, Hangouts™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.

Table of contents
About this user guide..........................	5
About this user guide............................	5
Trademarks.............................................	6
DivX HD...................................................	6
Important notice..................................	7
Getting to know your device..............	11
Tablet Overview......................................	11
Charging your tablet.............................	13
Optimizing Battery Life........................	14
To extend the life of your battery..........	14
To view the battery charge level...........	15
To monitor and control what uses
the battery.....................................................	15
Inserting a microSD card.....................	15
Removing the microSD card...............	16
Formatting the microSD card..............	17
Locking and unlocking the screen......	17
Turning the screen on using the
KnockON feature........................................	18
Unlocking your screen using
the Knock Code feature..........................	18
Your Home screen.............................	20
Touch screen tips.................................	20
Tap or touch...............................................	20
Touch and hold.........................................	20
Drag...............................................................	20
Swipe or slide...............................................	21
Double-tap....................................................	21
Pinch-to-Zoom............................................	21

Rotate the screen.......................................	21
Home screen..........................................	21
Customizing the Home screen...........	23
Opening, switching, and stopping
apps.......................................................	23
Using Dual Window..............................	24
Customizing app icons on
the Home screen..................................	25
Quick access.........................................	26
Notifications..........................................	26
Accessing notifications...........................	27
Quick Settings on the Notifications
Panel...............................................................	27
To rearrange Quick Setting options
on the Notification Panel.......................	28
QSlide apps on the Notifications
Panel..............................................................	28
Using the QSlide apps...........................	28
Notification icons on the Status
Bar..................................................................	28
Multiple Users.......................................	30
QSlide.....................................................	31
Capturing a Screenshot......................	33
Using QuickMemo+ to capture a
screenshot...................................................	33
Using Capture plus to capture a
screenshot of the browser.....................	33
Text Input Methods..............................	34
Enter suggested word using
gesture control...........................................	34
Entering special characters..................	35

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Google account setup.......................	36
Connecting to Networks and
Devices................................................	37
Wi-Fi......................................................	37
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks..............	37
Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting
to a Wi-Fi network.....................................	37
Bluetooth...............................................	38

Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your tablet with a Bluetooth device... 38

Send data using the Bluetooth
feature...........................................................	39
Receive data using the Bluetooth
feature...........................................................	39
SmartShare...........................................	40
Enjoying the content via a variety of
devices..........................................................	40
Playing/Sending.......................................	40
Enjoying the content from Nearby
devices...................................................	40
Connecting devices.................................	40
Searching other devices..........................	41
Using the content from the Cloud......	41
Using the Cloud..........................................	41
QPair.......................................................	41
PC connections with a USB cable.....	44
Transferring music, photos and
videos using the Media device
(MTP) mode...............................................	44
Synchronize with Windows Media
Player.............................................................	44
PC connections with a USB cable
for Mac OS X users.................................	45

Contacts..............................................	46
Searching for a contact.......................	46
Adding a new contact..........................	46
Favorite Contacts.................................	46
Creating a group..................................	47
Email..................................................	48
Managing an email account...............	48
Working with account folders.............	49
Composing and sending email...........	49
Receiving emails..................................	49
Entertainment...................................	50
Camera..................................................	50
Getting to know the viewfinder............	50
Using the advanced settings.................	51
Taking a photo.............................................	51
To zoom in or out.....................................	52
Gesture shot...............................................	52
Once you've taken a photo..................	52
Viewing your saved photos...................	54
Recording a video....................................	54
Watching your saved videos................	54
Gallery....................................................	55
Viewing pictures........................................	55
Playing videos............................................	56
Deleting images and videos................	56
Setting as wallpaper................................	56
Slideshow..............................................	56
Videos....................................................	57
Playing a video............................................	57
Music.....................................................	58
Transfer music using Media device
(MTP) mode...............................................	58

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Playing a song...........................................	59
Tools.....................................................	61
QuickMemo+.........................................	61
QuickRemote........................................	63
Clock......................................................	64
Calculator..............................................	65
Calendar................................................	65
Tasks......................................................	66
File Manager.........................................	67
Voice Recorder.....................................	68
POLARIS Office 5...............................	69
Google+.................................................	70
LG SmartWorld.....................................	70
The Web..............................................	72
Browser..................................................	72
Opening a page.........................................	72
Bookmarks...................................................	73
History............................................................	73
Using Reader mode.................................	73
Using QSlide...............................................	73
Download files.............................................	73
Chrome..................................................	73
Viewing web pages...................................	74
Opening a page.........................................	74
Searching the web by voice..................	74
Syncing with other devices....................	74
Adding and viewing bookmarks..........	75
Chrome Options menu...........................	75
Settings...............................................	76
Access the Settings menu..................	76
WIRELESS NETWORKS....................	76

DEVICE..................................................	78
PERSONAL..........................................	82
SYSTEM................................................	85
LG Backup.........................................	88
About backing up and restoring
device data............................................	88
Backup your tablet data......................	89
Scheduling automatic backups..........	89
Restoring tablet data...........................	89
Tablet software update.....................	91
Tablet software update.........................	91
LG tablet software update via
Over-the-Air (OTA)...............................	91
Accessories.........................................	93
Troubleshooting.................................	94
For Your Safety...................................	96

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About this user guide

About this user guide

•Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your device safely and correctly.

•Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your tablet.

•Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com.

•Your device's applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. LG cannot be held liable for any performance issues resulting from the use of applications developed by providers other than LG.

•LG cannot be held liable for performance or incompatibility issues resulting from edited registry settings being edited or operating system software being modified. Any attempt to customize your operating system may cause the device or its applications to not work as they should.

•Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes is, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully are entirely responsible for the illegal use of media.

•Additional charges may be applied for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan to is suitable for your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.

Trademarks

•LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics.

•All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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DivX HD

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.

DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium content.

DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license.

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.

In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.

LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to [e-mail]. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased the product.

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Important notice

Please read this before you start using your tablet!

Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your tablet are described in this section before taking the tablet in for service or calling a service representative.

1. Tablet Memory

You need to check your tablet memory and delete some data, such as applications, to make more memory available.

To uninstall applications:

1Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Apps.

2Once all of the applications appear, select the application you want to uninstall.

3Tap Uninstall and OK to confirm.

2.Before installing an open source application and operating system (OS)

WARNING

If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your tablet to malfunction. In addition, your tablet will no longer be covered by the warranty.

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WARNING

To protect your tablet and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store. If there are improperly installed applications on your tablet, the tablet may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the tablet.

3. Using a Screen Lock

Set an screen lock to secure your tablet. Tap > > Apps tab >

Settings > Display > Lock screen > Select screen lock and select a desired screen lock from Swipe, Face Unlock, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN and

Password. You can create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your screen lock.

Caution: Create or sign into a Google account before setting a screen lock and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your screen lock.

WARNING

Precautions to take when using a screen lock.

It is very important to remember the screen lock you set. You will not be able to access your tablet if you use an incorrect screen lock 5 times. You have 5 opportunities to enter your unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.

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When you can’t recall your Pattern, PIN or Password: < If you have forgotten your pattern >

If you logged in to your Google account on the tablet but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern? button at the bottom of the screen. You are then required to log in with your Google Account or you have to enter the Backup PIN which you entered when creating your Pattern Lock.

If you have not created a Google account on the tablet or you forgot the Backup PIN, you have to perform a hard reset.

< If you have forgotten your PIN or Password >

If you forget your PIN or Password, you will need to perform a hard reset. Caution: If you perform a hard reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted.

NOTE: If you have not logged into your Google Account and have forgotten your Pattern, you will need to enter your Backup PIN.

4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset)

If your tablet does not restore to its original condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset) to initialize it.

1Turn the tablet off.

2Press and hold the Volume Down Key first, then press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the right side of the tablet until the LG logo is displayed.

3Release all of the keys when the LG logo is displayed.

4Immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Up Key + Volume Down Key at the same time.

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5Release all keys when the Factory hard reset screen is displayed.

6Press either of the Volume Keys to move the cursor to Yes, then press the Power/Lock Key to continue.

7Press either of the Volume Keys to move the cursor to Yes once again, then press the Power/Lock Key to confirm.

8Your device will perform a hard reset.

WARNING

If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset.

5. When the screen freezes

If the screen freezes or the tablet does not respond when you try to operate it: Press and hold the Power/Lock Key for over 8 seconds until the LG logo is displayed to restart your tablet. If it still does not work, please contact the service center.

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Getting to know your device

Tablet Overview

Front-facing camera

Power/Lock key

Volume keys

Earphone jack

Infrared (IR) LED

microSD card slot Microphone Charger/USB port

Rear-facing camera

Speakers

NOTE: Your tablet is designed to have two speaker openings on the back side for aesthetic reasons. However, the actual sound comes from only one speaker.

Please note that it’s not a product defect.

NOTE: Make sure that the microphone is not blocked when recording a video or audio clip.

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	Front-facing	Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself.
		You can also use this for video chatting. Keep it
	camera
		clean for optimal performance.
		Press to lock/unlock the screen. Press and hold to
	Power/Lock key	turn the tablet on/off, restart it, activate/deactivate
		airplane mode, and change the sound settings.
		Allow you to adjust the media volumes. Press and
	Volume keys	hold both keys at the same time to access the
		QuickMemo+ feature.
		Allows you to plug in an optional headset for
	Earphone jack	convenient, hands-free conversations. You can also
		plug in headphones to listen to music.
	Infrared (IR) LED	Used as a sensor for the QuickRemote app.
	microSD card slot	Insert a microSD Card for storing files such as
		music, videos and photos.
	Microphone	Records your voice and allows use for voice-
		activated functions.
		Allows you to connect the tablet and the USB cable
	Charger/USB port	for use with the charger adapter, your PC, or other
		compatible accessories.
	Rear-facing	Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean
	camera	for optimal performance.
	Speakers	Use to listen to the audio from the selected function
		(e.g., music, videos, sound clips, etc.).

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WARNING

Placing a heavy object on the tablet or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions.

TIP!

•Tap the Menu icon whenever you open an application to check what options are available.

•If the device is locked and does not work, press and hold the Power/

Lock Key for over 8 seconds until LG logo is displayed to restart your tablet.

Charging your tablet

A USB adapter, which is included with your tablet, is used to charge the battery. Before using your tablet for the first time, make sure the battery is fully charged.

NOTE: Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product.

Warning! If the touch screen does not function while the tablet’s in the process of charging, this may be due to an unstable power supply. If this occurs, disconnect the USB cable from the device or unplug the USB adapter from the power outlet.

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1Connect the USB adapter and USB cable.

2Plug the USB cable (as shown below) into the tablet’s Charger/USB port.

3Plug the charger into an electrical socket.

NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.

Optimizing Battery Life

You can extend your battery’s life between charges by turning off features that you don’t need to run constantly in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.

To extend the life of your battery

•Turn off radio communications that you aren’t using, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS.

•Lower screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.

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•Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail™, Calendar, Contacts, and other applications.

•Some applications you have downloaded may cause your battery power to be reduced.

•While using downloaded applications, check the battery charged level.

To view the battery charge level

1From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet >

Battery.

2The battery status (charging or discharging) and level are displayed on the top menu of the screen.

To monitor and control what uses the battery

1From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet >

Battery > Battery use.

2The screen displays battery usage time and also lists applications or services using battery power from greatest amount to least.

Inserting a microSD card

Your device supports the use of microSD memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. Multimedia contents can be saved in the microSD card.

1Place your fingernail in the cutout and gently pull the memory card slot cover to remove it.

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2Insert the memory card into the slot with the contacts facing towards the screen. Carefully push the memory card slot cover into the tablet to close it.

Removing the microSD card

To safely remove the microSD card from your tablet, first you need to unmount it.

1From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage >

Unmount SD card.

2Open the microSD card tray and push the card in to release it.

3Gently pull the microSD card from the slot.

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Warning! Do not remove the microSD card without unmounting it first. Otherwise, it may damage the microSD card as well as your tablet, and the data stored on the microSD card may be corrupted.

Formatting the microSD card

Warning! All files stored on your microSD card are deleted when you format the card.

1From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage.

2Tap Erase SD card (twice).

3If you set an unlock pattern, enter it and tap Erase everything. The card will then be formatted and ready to use.

NOTE: If there is content on your microSD card, the folder structure may be different after formatting since all the files will have been deleted.

Locking and unlocking the screen

If you do not use the tablet for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental touches and saves battery power. When you are not using the your tablet, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your tablet.

If there are any programs running when you lock your screen, they may be still running in Lock mode. It is recommended that you exit all programs before entering Lock mode to avoid unnecessary charges (e.g. web access, data communications).

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To wake up your tablet, press the Power/Lock Key . The Lock screen will appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.

Turning the screen on using the KnockON feature

The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn the screen on or off.

• Quickly double-tap the center of the screen to turn the screen on.

•Quickly double-tap the Status Bar, an empty area on the Home screen, or the Lock screen to turn the screen off.

Unlocking your screen using the Knock Code feature

The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks (or taps) on the screen.

•While the screen is off, tap the same sequence you established anywhere on the screen. The Home screen will be accessed directly.

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To activate the Knock Code feature

1From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code.

2This opens a screen that will guide you through how to select the unlock sequence. You have to create a backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock sequence.

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Your Home screen

Touch screen tips

Here are some tips on how to navigate on your tablet.

NOTE:

•To select an item, touch the center of the icon.

•Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm touch.

•Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you want. Be careful not to touch any other keys.

Tap or touch

A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard.

Touch and hold

Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.

Drag

Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.

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Swipe or slide

To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don’t drag an item instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list, or browse through the different Home screen canvases by swiping from left to right (and vice versa).

Double-tap

Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map. For example, quickly doubletap a section of a webpage to adjust that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double-tap to zoom in and out when viewing a picture and when using Maps. Double-tap a word to highlight it. Double-tap can also activate the KnockON feature to turn the touchscreen on or off.

Pinch-to-Zoom

Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, Maps, or when browsing pictures.

Rotate the screen

From many applications and menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation.

Home screen

Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customize each panel with apps, downloads, widgets and wallpapers.

The Quick Keys are available at the bottom part of the Home screen and provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most.

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Status Bar – Shows device status information, including the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.

Application icons – Tap an icon (application, widget, folder, etc.) to open and use it.

Quick Keys – Provide easy, one-touch access to the functions used most often.

Dual Window Key – Tap to change to dual window mode. It allows you to manage two different apps at the same time by splitting the screen in two.

Recent Apps Key – Tap to display recently used applications. You can also touch and hold it to display the Menu options in applications.

Home Key – Returns to the Home screen (or returns to your default Home screen canvas from any of the Home screen extension canvases). Touch and hold it to access Google Now.

Back Key – Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items such as menus, dialog boxes, and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access Dual window.

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Customizing the Home screen

You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your tablet, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen.

To add items on your Home screen:

1Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.

2Tap the Apps or Widgets tab.

3Drag the desired item to the desired location and lift your finger.

To remove an item from the Home screen:

Touch and hold the icon you want to remove, drag it to , and lift your finger.

TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add and drag it to the desired location.

TIP! You can add several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen, and a folder will be created.

Opening, switching, and stopping apps

Tap to display recently used applications. You can keep multiple apps running at the same time, and switch between several open apps. You can also manually stop apps from running.

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Using Dual Window

The Dual Window feature splits the screen to enable multi-tasking, drag and drop interaction, auto-linking and recently used apps.

1Touch to split the screen or touch and hold the until the app list is displayed.

2Touch or drag an app icon to the desired space.

3Tap to display the following options. You can also drag the tabs to change the size of the windows.

Switch two screens.

Display the apps list.

Full screen view.

Close the apps.

To disable the Dual Window feature

1Tap > Apps > Settings > Dual window.

2Tap the Dual Window switch to toggle it to OFF.

TIP! You can launch two Browser apps at the same time.

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Customizing app icons on the Home screen

You can customize each application icon with images from your Gallery.

1Touch and hold an application icon until it’s unlocked from its current

position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application.

2Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and tap OK. Or tap Add new and adjust the icon size and select an image from your Gallery.

To view other Home screen panels

•Swipe (or flick) your finger left or right across the Home screen.

•Pinch in on the Home screen to display the mini panel view, then tap the Home screen panel you want to view.

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Quick access

To view the quick access items, touch anywhere in the front key area and drag up. The following options are available: Google Now, and QuickMemo+.

Notifications

Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as downloads.

From the Notifications Panel, you can view your tablet’s current status and pending notifications. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons showing things like Wi-Fi or battery strength on the right.

Pending notifications

System notifications

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Accessing notifications

Swipe the Status Bar down to open the Notifications Panel and access notifications. To close the Notifications Panel, swipe the bar that is at the bottom of the screen upwards.

Quick Settings Bar – Swipe to the right or left to scroll through the list. Tap an icon to activate/ deactivate the feature.

QSlide Apps – Tap a QSlide app to open as a small window on your screen. Tap to remove,

add, or rearrange QSlide apps.

Slide to the left and right to adjust the screen brightness and volume.

Clear Button – Tap here to clear your list of eventbased notifications.

Tap a notification to open it.

Quick Settings on the Notifications Panel

Use the Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi. The Quick Settings are located at the top of the Notifications Panel.

NOTE: Touch and hold an icon in the Quick Settings Bar to view the function's settings menu.

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To rearrange Quick Setting options on the Notification Panel

Open the Notifications Panel, swipe the Quick Settings to the left, and tap

. To rearrange items, drag to the desired location. To add more icons, checkmark the desired functions.

QSlide apps on the Notifications Panel

QSlide apps are displayed in a bar on the Notifications Panel below the Quick Settings Bar. These icons provide a quick, convenient way to multi-task on the same screen (similar to picture-in-picture on a TV). QSlide displays a small application window on the screen that can be moved, resized, or made transparent.

NOTE: You can remove the QSlide apps bar by tapping the QSlide icon in the Quick Settings bar.

Using the QSlide apps

Tap any of the QSlide apps in the bar to activate it. When activated, the QSlide feature opens the application in a window in the foreground, allowing you to access other applications in the background. You can open up to two QSlide windows at a time.

Notification icons on the Status Bar

The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.

Icon Description

Airplane mode

Connected to a Wi-Fi network

Wired headset connected

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