This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1495, TA-1505, TA-1487, TA-1521.
1. Loudspeaker
2. USB connector
3. Headset connector
4. Front camera
5. Volume keys
6. Microphone
Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset, or data cable,
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 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 THE SIM AND MEMORY CARDS
Insert the cards TA-1495, TA-1505, TA-1521
1. Open the SIM card tray: push the tray opener pin in the tray hole and slide the tray out.
2. Put a nano-SIM card in slot 1 and either a second SIM or a memory card in slot 2 with the
contact areas face down.
1. Open the memory card tray: push the tray opener pin in the tray hole and slide the tray out.
2. Put the memory card in the memory card slot on the tray with the contact area face down.
3. Slide the tray back in.
Important: Do not remove the memory card when an app is using it. Doing so may damage
the memory card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
Tip: Use a fast, up to 512 GB microSD memory card from a well-known manufacturer.
The screen rotates automatically when you turn the tablet 90 degrees.
To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap
Auto-rotate > Off .
Navigate with gestures
To switch on using gesture navigation, tap Settings > System > Gestures >
System navigation > Gesture navigation .
• To see all your apps, swipe up from the
screen.
• To go to the home screen, swipe up from
the bottom of the screen. The app you
were in stays open in the background.
• To see which apps you have open, swipe
up from the bottom of the screen without
releasing your finger until you see the
apps, and then release your finger.
Navigate with keys
To switch on the navigation keys, tap Settings > System > Gestures > System navigation >
3-button navigation .
• To see all your apps, swipe up the home
key .
• To switch to another open app, tap the
app.
• To close all the open apps, tap
CLEAR ALL .
• To go back to the previous screen you
were in, swipe from the right or left edge
of the screen. Your tablet remembers all
the apps and websites you’ve visited since
the last time your screen was locked.
• To switch to another open app, swipe right
and tap the app.
• To go to the home screen, tap the home
key. The app you were in stays open in the
background.
were in, tap . Your tablet remembers all
the apps and websites you’ve visited since
the last time your screen was locked.
Nokia T21 User Guide
3 Protect your tablet
PROTECT YOUR TABLET WITH A SCREEN LOCK
You can set your tablet to require authentication when unlocking the screen.
Set a screen lock
1. Tap Settings > Security > Screen lock .
2. Choose the type of lock and follow the instructions on your tablet.
PROTECT YOUR TABLET WITH YOUR FACE
Set up face authentication
1. Tap Settings > Security > Face unlock .
2. Select what backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the
instructions shown on your tablet.
Keep your eyes open and make sure your face is fully visible and not covered by any object,
such as a hat or sunglasses.
Note: Using your face to unlock your tablet is less secure than using a pin or a pattern. Your
tablet may be unlocked by someone or something with similar appearance. Face unlock may
not work properly in backlight or too dark or bright environment.
Unlock your tablet with your face
To unlock your tablet, just turn your screen on and look at the front camera.
If there is a facial recognition error, and you cannot use alternative sign-in methods to recover
or reset the tablet in any way, your tablet will require service. Additional charges may apply,
and all the personal data on your tablet may be deleted. For more info, contact the nearest
authorized service facility for your tablet, or your tablet dealer.
FIND YOUR LOST TABLET
Locate or lock your tablet
If you lose your tablet, you may be able to find, lock, or erase it remotely if you have signed into
your Google Account with your tablet. Find My Device is on by default for tablets associated
with a Google Account.