Nokia T21 User guide

Nokia T21
User Guide
Issue 2022-12-30 en-AE
Nokia T21 User Guide
Table of Contents
1 About this user guide 4
2 Get started 5
Keys and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Insert the SIM and memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Charge your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Switch on and set up your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Lock or unlock your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Use the touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Protect your tablet 12
4 Basics 14
5 Camera 17
6 Internet and connections 19
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7 Organize your day 22
8 Maps 24
9 Apps, updates, and backups 25
10 Product and safety information 27
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1 About this user guide
Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read
“Product and safety information” before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the user guide.
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2 Get started

KEYS AND PARTS

Your tablet
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
7. SIM and memory card slot (TA-1495, TA­1505, TA-1521), memory card slot (TA-
1487)
8. Flash
9. Camera
10. Power/Lock key
11. Loudspeaker
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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.
3. Slide the tray back in.
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Insert the memory card TA-1487
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.

CHARGE YOUR TABLET

Charge the battery
1. Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet.
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2. Connect the cable to your tablet.
Your tablet supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your tablet from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator is displayed.

SWITCH ON AND SET UP YOUR TABLET

Switch on your tablet
1. To switch on your tablet, press and hold the power key until the tablet starts up.
2. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.

LOCK OR UNLOCK YOUR TABLET

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.

USE THE TOUCH SCREEN

Important: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or other sharp
object on the touch screen.
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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.
Swipe
Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want.
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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.
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.
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Lock the screen orientation
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.
• To see which apps you have open, tap .
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• To close all the open apps, tap CLEAR ALL .
• To go back to the previous screen you
were in, tap . Your tablet remembers all the apps and websites you’ve visited since the last time your screen was locked.
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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.
To use Find My Device, your lost tablet must:
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