Nokia 6.1
User Guide
Issue 2022-10-19 en-IN
Nokia 6.1 User Guide
Table of Contents
1 About this user guide 5
2 Get started 6
Keep your phone up to date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Keys and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Insert or remove the SIM and memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Charge your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Switch on and set up your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dual SIM settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting up fingerprint ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Lock or unlock your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Use the touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Basics 14
Personalise your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Open and close an app . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Screenshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Control volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Save on data roaming costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Write text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Clock and alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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4 Connect with your friends and family 23
Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Send and receive messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Get social . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5 Camera 27
Camera basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Record a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Use your camera like a pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Save your photos and videos to a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Your photos and videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6 Internet and connections 31
Activate Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Use a mobile data connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Browse the internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Close a connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
NFC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
VPN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
7 Music and videos 38
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
8 Organise your day 41
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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9 Maps 43
Find places and get directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Download and update maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Use location services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
10 Apps and services 46
Google Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
11 Software updates and backups 48
Update your phone software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Back up your data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Restore original settings and remove private content from your phone . . . . . . . . . . 48
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
12 Protect your phone 51
Protect your phone with your fingerprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Change your SIM PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Access codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
13 Product and safety information 54
Copyrights and notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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1 About this user guide
Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery,
read “For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at
www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started
with your new device, read the printed user guide.
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2 Get started
KEEP YOUR PHONE UP TO DATE
Your phone software
Keep your phone up to date and accept available software updates to get new and enhanced
features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone’s performance.
KEYS AND PARTS
Explore the keys and parts of your new phone.
Your phone
This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1068, TA-1050, TA-1043, TA-1016, TA-
1045.
1. Fingerprint sensor
2. Flash
3. Main camera
4. Audio connector
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5. SIM card/MicroSD card
6. Proximity sensor
7. Earpiece
8. Front camera
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9. Volume keys
10. Power/Lock key
12. Loudspeaker
13. Microphone
11. Charger connector
Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as chargers, headsets, or data
cables, may be sold separately.
Parts and connectors, magnetism
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the device. Do
not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an external device
or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to the audio connector, pay
special attention to the volume levels.
Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device. Do not
place credit cards or other magnetic stripe cards near the device for extended periods of time,
since the cards may be damaged.
INSERT OR REMOVE THE SIM AND MEMORY CARDS
Insert SIM and memory card
1. To open the SIM card tray, insert the tray opener into the hole next to the tray and push.
2. Put the nano-SIM card into tray slot 1, with the contact area facing down. If you have a dual
SIM variant, you can put either a second SIM card or a memory card into slot 2. If you have a
single SIM variant, you can only put a memory card into slot 2.
3. Slide the SIM and memory card tray back into place.
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Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this device. Incompatible cards may
damage both the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
Note: If you have a dual SIM variant with only one SIM tray, you cannot use two SIM cards and
a memory card at the same time.
Remove the SIM and memory cards
Open the SIM and memory card tray, remove the cards, and slide the tray back into its slot.
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Use only original nano-SIM cards. Use of incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the device,
and may corrupt data stored on the card.
CHARGE YOUR PHONE
Charge the battery
1. Plug a compatible charger into a power socket.
2. Connect the cable to your phone.
Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your phone from a computer with a
USB cable, but it may take longer.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging
indicator is displayed.
SWITCH ON AND SET UP YOUR PHONE
When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone guides you to set up your
network connections and phone settings.
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Switch on your phone
1. To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates.
2. When the phone is switched on, choose your language and region.
3. Follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Transfer data from your previous phone
You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via your Google account.
To back up data on your old phone to a Google account , refer to your old phone’s user guide.
1. Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google .
2. Select which data you want to be restored on your phone. The sync will start automatically
once your phone is connected to the internet.
Restore app settings from your previous Android phone
If your previous device was an Android and backing up to Google account is enabled on it, you
can restore app settings and Wi-Fi passwords.
1. Tap Settings > Backup & reset .
2. Switch Automatic restore to On .
DUAL SIM SETTINGS
If you have a dual SIM variant, you can have 2 SIMs in your phone. For example, one for your
work and one for your personal use.
Note: On dual SIM capable devices, both SIM1 and SIM2 slots support 4G networks. However,
if your SIM1 and SIM2 are both LTE SIM cards, the primary SIM supports 4G/3G/2G networks,
while the secondary SIM can only support 3G/2G. For more information on your SIM cards,
contact your service provider.
Choose which SIM to use
When, for example, making a call, you can choose which SIM to use by tapping the
corresponding SIM 1 or SIM 2 button after you dial the number.
Your phone shows the network status for both SIMs separately. Both SIM cards are available
at the same time when the device is not being used, but while one SIM card is active, when, for
example, making a call, the other may be unavailable.
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Manage your SIMs
Don’t want work to interfere with your free time? Or do you have a cheaper data connection on
one SIM? You can decide which SIM you want to use.
Tap Settings > Network & Internet > SIM Cards .
Rename a SIM card
Tap the SIM you want to rename, and type in the name you want.
Select which SIM to use for calls or data connection
Under Preferred SIM for , tap the setting you want to change and select the SIM.
SETTING UP FINGERPRINT ID
You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint ID for extra
security.
Add a fingerprint
1. Tap Settings > Security & Location > Fingerprint . If you don’t have screen lock set up on
your phone, tap Screen lock .
2. Select which backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the
instructions shown on your phone.
LOCK OR UNLOCK YOUR PHONE
Lock your phone
If you want to avoid accidentally making a call when your phone is in your pocket or bag, you
can lock your keys and screen.
To lock your keys and screen, press the power key.
Unlock the keys and screen
Press the power key and swipe up across the screen. If asked, provide additional credentials.
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USE THE TOUCH SCREEN
Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or other sharp
object on the touch screen.
Tap and hold to drag an item
Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds and slide your finger across the screen.
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Swipe
Place your finger on the screen and slide your finger in the direction you want.
Scroll through a long list or menu
Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen and lift your finger. To stop
the scrolling, tap the screen.
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Zoom in or out
Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or
together.
Lock the screen orientation
The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90°.
To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen and tap
Auto-rotate to switch to Portrait .
Use the navigation keys
To see which apps you have open, tap the Overview key .
To switch to another app, tap the app you want. To close an app, tap the icon next to it.
To go back to the previous screen, tap the Back key . Your phone remembers all the apps and
websites you‘ve visited since the last time your screen was locked.
To go to the home screen, tap the Home key . The app you were in stays open in the
background.
Open two apps at once
For easier navigation between apps, press and hold the overview key to divide the screen
between two apps. To go back to normal view, press and hold the overview key again.
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3 Basics
PERSONALISE YOUR PHONE
Learn how to personalise the home screen and how to change ringtones.
Change your wallpaper
Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper .
Change your phone ringtone
1. Tap Settings > Sound .
2. Tap Phone ringtone (SIM1) or > Phone ringtone (SIM2) to select the ringtone for
respective SIMs.
Change your message notification sound
Tap Settings > Sound > Advanced > Default notification sound .
OPEN AND CLOSE AN APP
Open an app
On the home screen, tap an app icon to open it. To open one of the apps running in the
background, tap , and select the app.
Close an app
Tap , and then tap on the app you want to close.
Find your apps
On the home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see all your apps.
Close all running apps
Press , swipe up through all apps, and tap CLEAR ALL .
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NOTIFICATIONS
Stay in touch with what‘s happening on your phone with notifications.
Use the notification panel
When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear
on the status bar at the top of the screen. To see more information about the notifications,
drag the status bar down. To close the view, swipe up on the screen.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar down. To close the notification panel, swipe
up on the screen.
To change the notification settings for an app, tap Settings > Apps & notifications >
Notifications > App notifications and tap the app name to open the app settings. You can
turn notifications on or off for each app individually. To see the apps that are not allowed to
send notifications, tap All apps > Apps: Turned off .
Tip: To see notification dots, tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Notifications and
switch Allow notification dots on. A small dot will appear on the app icon if you’ve got a
notification, but haven’t attended to it yet. Tap and hold the icon to see available options.
You can tap the notification to open it or swipe to dismiss it.
Use the quick setting icons
To activate certain features, tap the quick settings icons on the notification panel. To see more
icons, drag the menu down.
To rearrange the icons, tap , tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another location.
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SCREENSHOTS
Take a screenshot
To take a screenshot, open the notification panel and drag the status bar downwards. Tap
Screenshot . You can view captured images in Photos .
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
CONTROL VOLUME
Change the volume
If you have trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy environments or calls are too loud, you
can change the volume to your liking by using the volume keys on the side of your phone.
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the device. Do
not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an external device
or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to the audio connector, pay
special attention to the volume levels.
Change the volume for media and apps
Press a volume key on the side of your phone to see the volume status bar, tap , and drag
the slider on the volume bar for media and apps left or right.
Set the phone to silent
To set the phone to silent, press and hold the volume down key and then press the key again.
The first press sets the phone to vibrate only and the second press sets it to silent.
Tip: Don’t want to keep your phone in silent mode, but can’t answer right now? To silence an
incoming call, press the Volume down key. You can also set your phone to mute the ringing
when you pick the phone up: tap Settings > System > Gestures > Mute on pickup , and
switch to on.
If you want to be able to reject an incoming call by turning over the phone, tap Settings >
System > Gestures > Turn over to reject call , and switch to on.
BATTERY LIFE
Get the most out of your phone while getting the battery life you need. There are steps you
can take to save power on your phone.
Extend battery life
To save power:
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1. Always charge the battery fully.
2. Mute unnecessary sounds, such
as touch sounds. Tap Settings >
Sound > Advanced , and under
Other sounds and vibrations , select which
sounds to keep.
3. Use wired headphones, rather than the
loudspeaker.
4. Set the phone screen to switch off after
a short time. Tap Settings > Display >
Advanced > Sleep and select the time.
5. Tap Settings > Display >
Brightness level . To adjust the
brightness, drag the brightness
level slider. Make sure that
Adaptive brightness is disabled.
6. Stop apps from running in the background:
tap and close the apps you don’t need.
7. Enable the Background activity manager.
The notifications of some apps or emails
may not be able to be retrieved instantly.
You can manage the battery life by adding
apps to or removing them from the
whitelist. Tap Settings > Battery >
Background activity manager .
8. Switch on the power saver: Tap Settings
> Battery > Battery saver and switch to
On .
9. Use location services selectively:
Switch location services off when you
don’t need them. Tap Settings >
Security & Location > Location , and
switch to Off .
10. Use network connections selectively:
switch Bluetooth on only when needed.
Use a Wi-Fi connection to connect to
the internet, rather than a mobile data
connection. Stop your phone scanning
for available wireless networks. Tap
Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi ,
and switch to Off . If you’re listening to
music or otherwise using your phone,
but don’t want to make or receive calls,
switch flight mode on. Tap Settings >
Network & Internet > Flight mode .
Flight mode closes connections to the mobile network and switches your device’s wireless
features off.
SAVE ON DATA ROAMING COSTS
You can cut data roaming costs and save on your phone bills by changing mobile data settings.
To use the optimal connection method, change the Wi-Fi and mobile networks settings.
Data roaming means using your phone to receive data over networks that your network service
provider doesn‘t own or operate. Connecting to the internet when roaming, especially when
abroad, can raise data costs substantially.
Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile data
connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone uses the WiFi connection.
Connect to a Wi-Fi network
1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi .
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