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USER MANUAL
SM-A207F
SM-A207F/DS
English. 05/2020. Rev.1.0
www.samsung.com
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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Device overheating situations and
solutions
9 Device layout and functions
13 Battery
15 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
18 Memory card (microSD card)
20 Turning the device on and off
22 Initial setup
23 Samsung account
24 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
26 Understanding the screen
37 Notification panel
39 Entering text
Apps and features
41 Installing or uninstalling apps
43 Finder
43 Phone
48 Contacts
53 Messages
55 Internet
57 Camera
65 Gallery
69 Multi window
71 Samsung Members
72 Samsung Notes
72 Calendar
74 Voice Recorder
75 My Files
75 Clock
77 Calculator
77 Radio
78 Sharing content
79 Google apps
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Settings
81 Introduction
81 Connections
82 Wi-Fi
84 Bluetooth
85 Data saver
86 Mobile data only apps
86 SIM card manager (dual SIM
models)
87 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
88 More connection settings
89 Sounds and vibration
90 Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
90 Notifications
91 Display
91 Dark mode
107 Device care
107 Optimising your device
107 Battery
108 Storage
109 Memory
109 Security
109 Ultra data saving
109 Apps
110 General management
111 Accessibility
111 Software update
112 User manual
112 About phone
Appendix
92 Screensaver
92 Themes
93 Lock screen
93 Smart Lock
94 Biometrics and security
95 Face recognition
97 Fingerprint recognition
100 Accounts and backup
101 Samsung Cloud
102 Google
103 Advanced features
104 Motions and gestures
104 Dual Messenger
105 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
113 Troubleshooting
106 Digital Wellbeing
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Read me first
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection
during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not
covered by the warranty.
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You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
–
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
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You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it.
Launch the
of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
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To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the
surrounding environment, launch the
Adaptive brightness
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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the
FCC ID, launch the
have an FCC ID, it means that the device has not been authorised for sale in the U.S. or its
territories and may only be brought to the U.S. for the owner’s personal use.
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Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To
view the information, launch the
information
Settings
.
app, tap
switch to activate it.
Settings
Display
app and tap
Settings
→
Screen timeout
Settings
About phone
app and tap
app, tap
, and then select the length
Display
→
Status
About phone
, and then tap the
. If your device does not
→
Regulatory
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
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Device overheating situations and solutions
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During fast charging, the device
may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is
in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot, the charger may
stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
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Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
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If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
The fast charging feature is only available on supported models.
When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on
the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.
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During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
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When downloading large files
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When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
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When playing high-quality games for extended periods
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When recording videos for extended periods
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When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
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When connecting to a TV
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While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
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When using Multi window
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When updating or installing apps while recording videos
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When downloading large files during a video call
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When recording videos while using a navigation app
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When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
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When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
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When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
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When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
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When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
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When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
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When you are roaming
Do the following when the device heats up:
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Keep the device updated with the latest software.
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Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
•
Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
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Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
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Decrease the screen brightness.
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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
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Precautions for device overheating
If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to the device overheating, stop using the device.
When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.
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If the device overheats and reaches a certain temperature, a warning message will appear
to prevent device failure, skin irritations and damages, and battery leakage. To lower the
device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be limited
and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and all calling and other
features will be limited, except for emergency calls, until the device cools down.
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If the second message appears due to a further increase of the device’s temperature, the
device will turn off. Do not use the device until the device’s temperature drops below the
specified level. If the second warning message appears during an emergency call, the call
will not be disconnected by a forced shut down.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.
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Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
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Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
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Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
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Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
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Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.
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Do not use a cable whose covering is peeled off or damaged, and do not use any charger
or battery that is damaged or malfunctioning.
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Device layout and functions
Package contents
Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.
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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
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Speaker
GPS antenna
Device layout
SIM card / Memory card
Microphone
tray
Light sensor
Proximity sensor
Front camera
Volume key
Touchscreen
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Rear camera (Triple)
Power key
Flash
Main antenna
Earphone jack
Microphone
Fingerprint recognition
sensor
Speaker
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When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
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Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
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If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.
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If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to
remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be
damaged and its appearance may be affected.
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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
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If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
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If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
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If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
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Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with screen accessories, such as a
screen protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
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Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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Hard keys
Volume key
Key Function
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Power
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Press to turn on or lock the screen.
Volume
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Press to adjust the device volume.
Soft buttons
Recents button
Power key
Home button
Back button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. The
soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. Refer to
Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.
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Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your
device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or damage
to your device.
•
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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Use only USB Type-C cable supplied with the device. The device may be damaged
if you use Micro USB cable.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor.
1
Plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack.
2
Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.
3
After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the device. Then, unplug the charger
4
from the electric socket.
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Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
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Optimise the device using the device care feature.
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When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Power key.
•
Activate power saving mode.
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Close unnecessary apps.
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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the screen brightness.
Battery charging tips and precautions
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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
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If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
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Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.
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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
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While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging.
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If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.
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Fast charging
The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can charge the battery more quickly while
the device or its screen is turned off.
Increasing the charging speed
To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery.
If the fast charging feature is not activated, launch the
Battery
→
Charging
•
While charging, you cannot activate or deactivate this feature.
•
You cannot use the built-in fast charging feature when you charge the battery
using a standard battery charger.
•
If the device heats up or the ambient air temperature rises, the charging speed may
decrease automatically. This is a normal operating condition to prevent damage to
the device.
, and then tap the
Fast charging
Settings
switch to activate it.
app, tap
Device care
SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
Installing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
→
For dual SIM models, you can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone
numbers or service providers for a single device. In some areas, data transfer speeds may be
slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.
•
Use only a nano-SIM card.
•
Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
Some services that require a network connection may not be available depending on
the service provider.
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2
1 3
2
1 3
►
Single SIM models:
►
Dual SIM models:
4
4
5
5
Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
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Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing
3
downwards.
Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
4
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
5
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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)
If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for
a single device.
Activating SIM or USIM cards
Launch the
card and tap the switch to activate it.
Customising SIM or USIM cards
Launch the
USIM card to access the following options:
•
Icon
•
Name
•
Network mode
Settings
Settings
: Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card.
: Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card.
app and tap
app, tap
: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.
Connections
Connections
→
SIM card manager
→
SIM card manager
. Select a SIM or USIM
, and then select a SIM or
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Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards
When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, and data services to
specific cards.
Launch the
preferences for your cards in
Settings
app, tap
Connections
Preferred SIM card
→
SIM card manager
, and then set the feature
.
Memory card (microSD card)
Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and
type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.
•
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
•
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
•
The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat
the card or will not recognise the card. To use the memory card, you must format it.
If your device cannot format or recognise the memory card, contact the memory
card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre.
•
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
•
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
My Files
→
SD card
folder.
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Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be
disabled.
Place a memory card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
3
Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.
4
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the
tray.
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
5
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
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Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
Launch the
Unmount
Settings
.
Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the
device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing
so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or
device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from
the misuse of external storage devices.
app and tap
Device care
→
Storage
→
Advanced
→
SD card
→
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
Launch the
Format
Settings
.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
app and tap
Device care
→
Storage
→
Advanced
→
SD card
→
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Turning the device on and off
Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Power off
.
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Restarting the device
To restart the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume
Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Volume Down key
Restart
Power key
.
Emergency mode
You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps
and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send
your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more.
Activating emergency mode
To activate emergency mode, press and hold the Power key, and then tap
The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.
Emergency mode
Deactivating emergency mode
To deactivate emergency mode, tap →
hold the Power key, and then tap
Emergency mode
Turn off Emergency mode
.
. Alternatively, press and
.
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Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
Turn on the device.
1
Select your preferred device language and select .
2
Select a language.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
3
The Home screen will appear.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device
features during the initial setup.
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Samsung account
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website.
To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit
account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, launch the
and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
→
Samsung account
→ →
Help
Creating a Samsung account
If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.
Launch the
1
Samsung account
Alternatively, launch the
Tap
2
3
Create account
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.
Settings
.
app and tap
Settings
.
Accounts and backup
app and tap .
→
Accounts
→
Add account
Signing in to your Samsung account
If you already have a Samsung account, sign in to your Samsung account.
Settings
.
app
→
Launch the
1
Samsung account
Alternatively, launch the
Enter your Samsung account ID and password and tap
2
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete signing in to your Samsung account.
3
Settings
.
app and tap
Settings
Accounts and backup
app and tap .
Sign in
→
Accounts
→
Add account
.
→
Finding your ID and resetting your password
If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap
Samsung account sign-in screen. You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter
the required information.
Find ID
or
Reset password
on the
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Removing your Samsung account
When you remove your Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or
events, will also be removed.
Launch the
1
Tap
2
Tap
3
Samsung account
Remove
Settings
, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap OK.
app and tap
→
Personal info
Accounts and backup
→ →
Remove account
→
Accounts
.
.
Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch)
You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your new device.
Launch the
Settings
•
This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•
Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Smart Switch
.
transfer.
Transferring data wirelessly
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
On the previous device, launch
1
If you do not have the app, download it from
On your device, launch the
2
Switch
Place the devices near each other.
3
On the previous device, tap
4
On the previous device, tap
5
.
Smart Switch
Settings
Send data
Allow
app and tap
.
→
Wireless
.
Galaxy Store
Accounts and backup
.
or
Play Store
.
→
Smart
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On your device, select an item to bring and tap
6
Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.
7
After the data is done transferring, you can view a list of the transferred data on your
device.
Transfer
.
Backing up and restoring data using external storage
Transfer data using external storage, such as a microSD card.
Back up data from your previous device to external storage.
1
Insert or connect the external storage device to your device.
2
On your device, launch the
3
→
→
Restore
.
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Smart Switch
Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from external storage.
4
Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
1
On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
2
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
3
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
4
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
5
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
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Understanding the screen
Controlling the touchscreen
•
Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
•
To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
•
The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
•
It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.
Tapping
Tap the screen.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold the screen for
approximately 2 seconds.
Dragging
Tap and hold an item and drag it to the
target position.
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Double-tapping
Double-tap the screen.
Swiping
Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left,
or to the right.
Spreading and pinching
Spread two fingers apart or pinch on
the screen.
Navigation bar (soft buttons)
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back
button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app currently
being used or usage environment.
Button Function
Recents
Home
Back
•
Tap to open the list of recent apps.
•
Tap to return to the Home screen.
•
Tap and hold to launch the
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
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Google Assistant
app.
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Hiding the navigation bar
View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.
Launch the
under
Tap
More options
•
Swipe from bottom
use the soft buttons, drag the gesture hint of the desired button upwards.
•
Swipe from sides and bottom
Settings
Navigation type
–
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to move to the Home screen.
–
Swipe up and hold to view the list of recent apps.
–
Swipe inward from either side of the screen to return to the previous screen.
–
Swipe inward from one of the bottom corners to launch the
app, tap
. The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear.
and select an option you want.
Display
: The gesture hints will appear where the soft buttons are located. To
→
Navigation bar
:
, and then tap
Google Assistant
Full screen gestures
app.
Swipe from bottom Swipe from sides and bottom
If you want to hide the gesture hints at the bottom of the screen, tap the
switch to deactivate it.
Gesture hints
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Home screen and Apps screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.
A widget
Favourite apps
Navigation bar (soft buttons)
Screen indicator
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Switching between Home and Apps screens
On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen.
To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen.
Alternatively, tap the Home button or the Back button.
Home screen Apps screen
If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping
the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap
then tap the
Apps button
switch to activate it. The Apps button will be added at the bottom
Home screen settings
, and
of the Home screen.
Apps button
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Displaying the screen in landscape mode
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap
Rotate to landscape mode
the
Rotate the device until it is horizontal to view the screen in landscape mode.
switch to activate it.
Home screen settings
, and then tap
Moving items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel,
drag it to the side of the screen.
To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen,
and then tap
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.
Add to Home
. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home screen.
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Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.
On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another
app.
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
folder name.
•
Adding more apps
Tap
dragging it to the folder.
on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap
Done
. You can also add an app by
Folder name
and enter a
•
Moving apps from a folder
Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting a folder
Tap and hold a folder, and then tap
folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.
Delete folder
. Only the folder will be deleted. The
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Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add,
delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.
•
Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .
•
Moving panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.
•
Wallpapers
•
Themes
and wallpapers, will change depending on the selected theme.
•
Widgets
information and convenient access on your Home screen. Tap and hold a widget, and
then drag it to the Home screen. The widget will be added on the Home screen.
•
Home screen settings
layout.
: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
: Change the device’s theme. Visual elements of interface, such as colours, icons,
: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide
: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen grid or
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Displaying all apps on the Home screen
Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the
Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap
→
settings
You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.
Home screen layout
→
Home screen only
→
Apply
.
Home screen
Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.
•
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
•
Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel.
•
The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the service provider or
model.
Icon Meaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
LTE network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
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Locked screen
Icon Meaning
Lock screen
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery charging
Battery power level
Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.
If the screen is off, press the Power key to turn on the screen.
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Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, launch the
, and then select a method.
type
When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your biometric data for the screen lock method,
you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device.
After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever
unlocking it.
•
Swipe
•
Pattern
•
PIN
•
Password
the screen.
•
None
•
Face
information.
•
Fingerprints
: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.
: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.
: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.
: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock
: Do not set a screen lock method.
: Register your face to unlock the screen. Refer to Face recognition for more
: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen
→
Screen lock
recognition for more information.
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the
app, tap
screen lock method, and then tap the
Lock screen
→
Secure lock settings
, unlock the screen using the preset
Auto factory reset
switch to activate it.
Settings
Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the device.
Press the Volume Down key and the Power key simultaneously. Captured screenshots will be
saved in
Gallery
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
.
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Quick setting buttons
Access the power options.
Notification panel
When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear
on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and
view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
View the notification details and
perform various actions.
Access the notification settings.
Launch Settings.
Clear all notifications.
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Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons.
To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
→
To rearrange buttons, tap
another location.
Button order
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to
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Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and
more.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.
Additional keyboard functions
Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap
it twice.
Enter symbols.
Enter a space.
View more keyboard functions.
Delete a preceding character.
Break to the next line.
Changing the input language
Tap →
use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages
by swiping to the left or right on the space key.
Languages and types
→
Manage input languages
and select the languages to
Changing the keyboard
To change the keyboard type, tap
select the keyboard type you want.
On a
3x4 keyboard
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the
→
Languages and types
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Additional keyboard functions
Some features may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
: Enter emoticons.
•
: Enter stickers.
•
: Attach animated GIFs.
•
: Enter text by voice.
•
: Change the keyboard settings.
•
•
→ : Change the keyboard mode or size.
→ : Open the text editing panel.
Copying and pasting
Tap and hold over text.
1
Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
2
Tap
3
4
Copy
Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap
or
Cut
.
Select all
Paste
to select all text.
.
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Apps and features
Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Store
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung
Galaxy devices.
Launch the
Galaxy Store
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
app.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.
To change the auto update settings, tap → →
select an option.
Auto update apps
Install
. To purchase
, and then
Play Store
Purchase and download apps.
Launch the
Play Store
app.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.
To change the auto update settings, tap →
then select an option.
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Settings
→
Install
Auto-update apps
. To purchase
, and
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Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
Tap and hold an app and select an option.
•
Disable
•
Uninstall
Enabling apps
: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.
: Uninstall downloaded apps.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Apps
→ →
Disabled
, select an app, and then tap
Enable
Setting app permissions
For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your device.
To view your app permission settings, launch the
and tap
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the
and tap
Permissions
Apps
→ →
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not
function properly.
. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.
Permission manager
. Select an item and select an app.
Settings
app and tap
Apps
. Select an app
Settings
app
.
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Finder
Search for content on the device quickly.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
downwards, and then tap
Enter a keyword.
2
Apps and content on your device will be searched.
If you tap
on the keyboard, you can search for more content.
Search
.
. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe
Phone
Introduction
Make or answer voice and video calls.
Making calls
Launch the
1
Enter a phone number.
2
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
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Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.
3
Access additional options.
Add the number to the contacts
list.
Preview the phone number.
Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Search for a contact.
Delete a preceding character.
Launch the
a phone number to make a call.
If this feature is deactivated, launch the
and gestures
Phone
app, tap
, and then tap the
Recents
or
Contacts
Settings
Swipe to call or send messages
, and then swipe to the right on a contact or
app, tap
Advanced features
switch to activate it.
→
Motions
Using speed dial
Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.
To set a number to speed dial, launch the
dial numbers
To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10
and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.
For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and
hold 3.
, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number.
Phone
app, tap
Keypad
or
Contacts
→ →
Speed
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Making calls from the locked screen
On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.
Making an international call
Launch the
1
Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.
2
Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
3
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
Receiving calls
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the
and select a message to send.
Send message
bar upwards
To create various rejection messages, launch the
decline messages
, enter a message, and then tap
Phone
.
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Quick
Missed calls
If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view
the list of missed calls. Alternatively, launch the
calls.
Phone
app and tap
Recents
to view missed
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Blocking phone numbers
Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
Launch the
1
Tap
2
When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be
logged in the call log.
Recents
To manually enter a number, tap
tap
You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the
Block unknown callers
.
Phone
or
Contacts
app and tap →
, select contacts or phone numbers, and then tap
Add phone number
switch to activate the feature.
Settings
→
Block numbers
, enter a phone number, and then
.
Done
.
Options during calls
During a voice call
The following actions are available:
•
: Access additional options.
•
Add call
call, the first call will be resumed.
•
Hold call
•
Bluetooth
•
Speaker
the device away from your ears.
•
Mute
•
Keypad
•
: Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you end the second
: Hold a call. Tap
: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.
: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, keep
: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
/
Hide
: Open or close the keypad.
: End the current call.
Resume call
to retrieve the held call.
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During a video call
Tap the screen to use the following options:
•
: Access additional options.
•
Camera
•
Switch
: Turn off the camera so that the other party cannot see you.
: Switch between the front and rear camera.
•
•
•
: End the current call.
Mute
: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
Speaker
the device away from your ears.
: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, keep
Adding a phone number to Contacts
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad
Launch the
1
Enter the number.
2
Tap
3
4
Add to Contacts
Tap
Create new contact
the number to an existing contact.
Phone
app and tap
.
to create a new contact, or tap
Keypad
.
Update existing contact
to add
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list
Launch the
1
Tap a caller’s image and tap
2
Tap
3
Create new contact
the number to an existing contact.
Phone
app and tap
Add
to create a new contact, or tap
Recents
, or tap a phone number and tap
.
Update existing contact
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to add
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Adding a tag to a phone number
You can add tags to numbers without saving them to Contacts. This allows you to view the
caller’s information when they call without having them listed in Contacts.
Launch the
1
Tap a phone number → .
2
Tap
3
Add note
When a call comes from that number, the tag will show under the number.
Phone
app and tap
, enter a tag, and then tap
Recents
.
Add
.
Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact
Launch the
1
Select a storage location.
2
Contacts
app and tap .
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Enter contact information.
3
Add an image.
Select a storage location.
Enter contact information.
Open more information fields.
Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save
may vary.
Tap
Save
4
.
Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
Launch the
1
→
Import
Select a storage location to import contacts from.
2
Contacts
.
app and tap →
Manage contacts
→
Import or export contacts
Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap
3
Select a storage location to save contacts to and tap
4
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Done
.
Import
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Syncing contacts with your web accounts
Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your
Samsung account.
Launch the
1
to sync with.
Tap
2
Sync account
For the Samsung account, tap
it.
Settings
and tap the
app, tap
Accounts and backup
Contacts
→
switch to activate it.
Sync settings
and tap the
→
Accounts
and select the account
Contacts
switch to activate
Searching for contacts
Launch the
Use one of the following search methods:
•
Scroll up or down the contacts list.
•
Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it
quickly.
•
Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Contacts
app.
Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:
•
: Add to favourite contacts.
•
/ : Make a voice or video call.
•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
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Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
Launch the
1
Select contacts and tap
2
Select a sharing method.
3
Contacts
app and tap →
Share
.
Share
.
Saving and sharing profile
Save and share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others
using the profile sharing feature.
•
To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
•
The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.
•
The profile sharing feature is only available for contacts who have activated the
profile sharing feature on their device.
Launch the
1
Tap
2
•
•
Contacts
Tap here to share your profile
To use the profile sharing feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view
your contacts’ updated profile information in
To change the scope of contacts to share your profile with, tap
select an item to share, and then select an option.
app and select your profile.
and tap the switch to activate it.
Contacts
.
Select what’s shared
,
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Creating groups
You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.
Launch the
1
Enter a group name.
2
To set a group ringtone, tap
Tap
3
4
Add member
Tap
Save
Contacts
.
app and tap →
Group ringtone
, select contacts to add to the group, and then tap
Groups
→
Create group
and select a ringtone.
.
Done
.
Sending a group message
You can send a group message to a group’s members at the same time.
Launch the
Contacts
app, tap →
Groups
, select a group, and then tap →
Send message
Merging duplicate contacts
When you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your
.
contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline
your contacts list.
Launch the
1
Tick contacts and tap
2
Contacts
app and tap →
Merge
.
Manage contacts
→
Merge contacts
.
Deleting contacts
Launch the
1
Select contacts and tap
2
To delete contacts one by one, open the contacts list and tap a contact. Then tap
Contacts
app and tap →
Delete
.
Delete
.
→
Delete
.
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Messages
Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation.
Sending messages
You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.
Launch the
1
Add recipients and enter a message.
2
To record and send a voice message, tap and hold
your finger. The recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty.
Messages
Enter a message.
app and tap .
Recipient
Attach files.
, say your message, and then release
Enter recipients.
Send the message.
Tap to send the message.
3
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Viewing messages
Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming.
Launch the
1
On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number.
2
•
To reply to the message, tap the message input field, enter a message, and then tap
•
To adjust the font size, spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
.
Messages
app.
Blocking unwanted messages
Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.
Launch the
1
Block numbers
Tap
2
Conversations
contacts, and then tap
Messages
.
and select a contact or a phone number. Or, tap
app and tap →
Done
.
Settings
→
Block numbers and messages
Contacts
→
, select
To manually enter a number, enter a phone number under
.
Setting the message notification
You can change notification sound, display options, and more.
Launch the
1
activate it.
Change the notification settings.
2
Messages
app, tap →
Settings
→
Notifications
Enter phone number
, and then tap the switch to
and tap
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Setting a message reminder
You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications. If
this feature is not activated, launch the
→
Notification reminders
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
Deleting messages
Launch the
1
On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number.
2
Tap and hold a message, then tap
3
To delete multiple messages, tick messages you want to delete.
Tap
4
Delete
Messages
.
app.
Delete
.
Internet
→
Advanced settings
Introduction
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.
Browsing webpages
Launch the
1
Tap the address field.
2
Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
3
Internet
app.
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To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
To switch between tabs quickly, swipe to the left or right on the address field.
Bookmark the current webpage.
Move between pages.
Open the homepage.
Refresh the current webpage.
View your bookmarks.
Access additional options.
Open the browser's tab
manager.
Using secret mode
In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can
lock secret mode using a password and your biometric data.
Activating secret mode
In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap →
this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.
In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.
In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
Turn on Secret mode
. If you are using
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Changing security settings
You can change your password or the lock method.
Tap
To use your registered biometric data as a lock method along with the password, tap an
option switch under
→
Settings
→
Privacy and security
Biometrics
to activate it.
→
Secret mode settings
→
Change password
Deactivating secret mode
In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap →
close the Internet app.
Turn off Secret mode
. Alternatively,
Camera
Introduction
Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.
Camera etiquette
.
•
Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.
•
Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.
•
Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s
privacy.
Launching Camera
Use the following methods to launch
•
Launch the
•
Press the Power key twice quickly.
•
On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.
•
•
•
Camera
Some methods may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Some camera features are not available when you launch
screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set.
If photos you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.
app.
Camera
:
Camera
from the locked
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Stickers mode
Taking photos
Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
1
•
Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
Alternatively, drag the lens selection icon and then drag the adjustment bar to the left
or right. The zoom features are only available in some shooting modes.
•
To adjust the brightness of photos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar appears,
drag
Tap to take a photo.
2
on the adjustment bar towards or .
Camera settings
Options for current shooting
mode
Select a lens.
Shooting modes
Current mode
Preview thumbnail
Take a photo.
•
The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.
•
The camera automatically shuts off when unused.
•
Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device
may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
•
Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle photos or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.
Switch between the front and
rear cameras.
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Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and
exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.
This feature is available only in
Photo
or
Pro
modes.
Selecting a lens for shooting
On the preview screen, tap
or record a video.
•
•
: The Ultra wide lens lets you take wide-angle photos or record wide-angle videos
which look just like the actual view. Use this feature to take landscape photos.
: The wide-angle lens lets you take basic photos or record normal videos.
Photo
or
Video
, select the lens you want, and then take a photo
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Using shooting modes
To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to
the left or right on the preview screen.
Select a shooting mode you want.
Shooting modes list
Photo mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
capture photos easily.
On the shooting modes list, tap
Taking selfies
You can take self-portraits with the front camera.
On the shooting modes list, tap
1
On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front
2
camera for self-portraits.
Photo
Photo
and tap to take a photo.
.
Face the front camera lens.
3
Tap to take a photo.
4
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Applying filter and beauty effects
You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape,
before taking a photo.
On the preview screen, tap .
1
Select a filter effect or beauty effects and take a photo.
2
Video mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
record videos easily.
On the shooting modes list, tap
1
Tap to record a video.
2
•
To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
•
To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus.
Tap to stop recording the video.
3
Video
.
Live focus mode
The camera allows you to take photos where the background is blurred and the subject
stands out clearly.
•
Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.
•
The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions:
–
The device or the subject is moving.
–
The subject is thin or transparent.
–
The subject has a similar colour to the background.
–
The subject or background is plain.
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Taking portraits that stand out using the Live focus feature
On the shooting modes list, tap
1
Tap to take a photo.
2
Drag the background blur adjustment bar to the left or right to adjust the blur level.
Background blur adjustment bar
Live focus
.
Pro mode
Capture photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value
and ISO value.
On the shooting modes list, tap
to take a photo.
Available options
•
•
•
: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for
stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects.
However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.
: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. You
can set the colour temperature.
: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor
receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.
Pro
. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap
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Panorama mode
Using panorama mode, take a series of photos and then stitch them together to create a wide
scene.
To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips:
•
Move the camera slowly in one direction.
•
Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview
image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will
automatically stop taking photos.
•
Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain
wall.
On the shooting modes list, tap
1
Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.
2
Tap to stop taking photos.
3
Panorama
.
Customising camera settings
Options for current shooting mode
On the preview screen, use the following options.
The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode.
•
: Activate or deactivate the flash.
•
: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.
•
: Select an aspect ratio for photos.
•
: Apply a filter effect or beauty effects.
•
: Select an aspect ratio for videos.
•
: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
Centre-weighted
exposure of the shot.
calculate the exposure of the shot.
uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the
Spot
uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to
Matrix
averages the entire scene.
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Camera settings
On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the
shooting mode.
Pictures
•
Hold Shutter button to
button.
•
Pictures as previewed
screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.
•
HDR
: Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.
Videos
•
Rear video size
: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the rear camera.
: Select an action to perform when you tap and hold the camera
: Set the device to save photos as they appear on the preview
Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more
memory.
•
Front video size
Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more
memory.
Useful features
•
Grid lines
•
Location tags
•
Camera modes
•
Shooting methods
: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
•
GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed,
such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
•
Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the
Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting.
: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the front camera.
: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.
: View available shooting modes or edit the shooting modes list.
: Select additional shooting methods for taking a photo or recording
a video.
•
Storage location
you insert a memory card.
•
Quick launch
quickly.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
: Select the memory location for storage. This feature will appear when
: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Power key twice
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Others
•
Reset settings
•
Contact us
•
About Camera
: Reset the camera settings.
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
: View the Camera app version and legal information.
Gallery
Introduction
View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by
album or create stories.
Viewing images
Launch the
1
Select an image.
2
Gallery
app and tap
Pictures
.
Access additional options.
Modify the image.
Add the image to favourites.
You can create an animated GIF or collage from multiple images. On the list, tap →
Create GIF
or
Create collage
, and then select images.
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Share the image with others.
Delete the image.
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Rewind or
Searching for images
Launch the
Gallery
app and tap to view images sorted by category, such as types or
locations.
To search for images by entering keywords, tap the search field.
Viewing videos
Launch the
1
Select a video to play.
2
Tap
3
Play video
fast-forward by
dragging the bar.
Capture the
current screen.
Gallery
app and tap
to play the video.
Pictures
.
Access additional
options.
Create an
animated GIF.
Switch to the
pop-up video
player.
Lock the playback
screen.
Skip to the
previous video.
Tap and hold to
rewind.
Change the
screen ratio.
Rotate the screen.
Skip to the next
video. Tap and
hold to
fast-forward.
Pause and
resume playback.
Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness,
or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.
To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.
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Viewing albums
You can view your images and videos sorted by folders or albums.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
Albums
, and then select an album.
Hiding albums
You can hide albums.
You cannot hide albums created by default, such as the
albums.
Launch the
1
Tap →
2
Tap an album switch to hide.
3
Gallery
Hide or unhide albums
app and tap
Albums
.
.
Camera
and
Screenshots
Viewing stories
When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location
tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories. To create stories automatically, you
must capture or save multiple images and videos.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
Stories
, and then select a story.
Creating stories
Create stories with various themes.
Launch the
1
Tap →
2
Enter a title for the story and tap
3
Gallery
Create story
app and tap
Stories
.
Create
.
.
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Tick images or videos to include in the story and tap
4
To add images or videos to a story, select a story and tap
To remove images or videos from a story, select a story, tap
remove, and then tap
Remove from story
.
Done
→
Deleting stories
Launch the
1
Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap
2
Gallery
app and tap
Stories
.
Delete
.
Deleting images or videos
Launch the
1
Gallery
app.
Add
→
.
Edit
.
, tick images or videos to
Select an image or a video to delete.
2
To delete multiple files, tap and hold a file to delete on the list and tick more files to
delete.
3
Tap or
Delete
.
Using the recycle bin feature
You can keep the deleted images and videos in the recycle bin. The files will be deleted after a
certain period.
Launch the
To view files in the recycle bin, launch the
Gallery
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Gallery
app and tap
Recycle bin
→
Recycle bin
switch to activate it.
.
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Multi window
Introduction
Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run
multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Split screen view
Pop-up view
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Split screen view
Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
1
Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
2
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
On the lower window, swipe left or right to select another app to launch.
3
To launch apps not on the list of recently used apps, tap the Home button or Back button
and select an app.
Open in split screen view
.
Adjusting the window size
Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.
When you drag the bar between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of the screen,
the window will be maximised.
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Adjust the
Pop-up view
Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
1
Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
2
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
Open in pop-up view
transparency
level.
Maximise the
window.
Close the app.
Minimise the
window.
.
Samsung Members
Samsung Members
and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share information with others
in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest Galaxy news and tips.
can help you solve any problems you might encounter while using your device.
To submit your feedback or post your comments, you must sign in to your Samsung
account. Refer to Samsung account for more information.
offers support services to customers, such as device problem diagnosis,
Samsung Members
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Samsung Notes
Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen.
You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.
Creating notes
Launch the
1
Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen and compose a note.
2
Enter text using the keyboard.
Write or draw with pens.
When you are finished composing the note, tap
3
Samsung Notes
Paint with brushes.
app and tap .
Save
Insert files.
.
Deleting notes
Launch the
1
Samsung Notes
app.
Tap and hold a note to delete.
2
To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete.
Tap
3
Delete
.
Calendar
Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or reminders in your planner.
Creating events
Launch the
1
If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap
Calendar
app and tap or double-tap a date.
.
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Enter event details.
2
3
Tap
Set the duration.
Enter the location.
Set an alarm.
Save
to save the event.
Enter a title.
Add a note.
Change the event's colour.
Select a calendar to save the
event to.
Add more details.
Creating reminders
You can create tasks as reminders and receive notifications at the preset time or location for
each reminder. Launch the
Calendar
app and tap →
Reminder
.
Syncing events with your accounts
Launch the
1
account to sync with.
Tap
2
To add accounts to sync with, launch the
account
circle is displayed next to the account name.
Sync account
For the Samsung account, tap
it.
. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, a blue
Settings
and tap the
app, tap
Accounts and backup
Calendar
→
switch to activate it.
Sync settings
Calendar
and tap the
app and tap → →
→
Accounts
, and then select the
Calendar
switch to activate
Add new
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Voice Recorder
Use this app to record or play voice memos.
Launch the
1
Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
2
•
Tap
•
While making a voice recording, tap
Voice Recorder
to pause recording.
app.
BOOKMARK
to insert a bookmark.
Tap to finish recording.
3
Enter a file name and tap
4
Save
Start recording.
.
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My Files
Access and manage various files stored in the device.
Launch the
View files that are stored in each storage.
To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap
To search for files or folders, tap
My Files
app.
Analyse storage
.
.
Clock
Introduction
Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a
specific duration.
Alarm
Launch the
Clock
app and tap
Alarm
.
Setting alarms
Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set
Save
other various alarm options, and then tap
To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field.
To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the switch next to the alarm in the alarms list.
.
Stopping alarms
Tap
Dismiss
to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time.
to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, tap
Snooze
Deleting alarms
Tap and hold an alarm, tick alarms to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
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World Clock
Launch the
Clock
app and tap
World Clock
.
Creating clocks
Tap , enter a city name or select a city from the map, and then tap
To use the time zone converter, tap
→
Time zone converter
.
Deleting clocks
Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
Stopwatch
Launch the
1
Tap
2
Start
To record lap times while timing an event, tap
Clock
to time an event.
app and tap
Stopwatch
.
Lap
.
Add
.
Tap
Stop
3
•
To restart the timing, tap
•
To clear lap times, tap
to stop timing.
Resume
Reset
.
.
Timer
Launch the
1
To add a frequently used timer, tap
Set the duration and tap
2
To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field.
Tap
3
Dismiss
Clock
app and tap
Start
when the timer goes off.
Timer
.
.
, set the duration and name, and then tap
Add
.
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Calculator
Perform simple or complex calculations.
Launch the
•
calculation history panel, tap
•
temperature, into other units.
•
Calculator
: View the calculation history. To clear the history, tap
: Use the unit conversion tool. You can convert various values, such as area, length, or
: Display the scientific calculator.
app.
Clear history
.
. To close the
Radio
Listening to the FM radio
Launch the
Before you use this app, you must connect an earphone, which serves as the radio antenna.
Radio
The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the
app.
first time.
Select the radio station you want from the stations list.
Enter radio station frequency
manually.
Record audio from the FM radio.
Turn the FM radio on or off.
Fine-tune the frequency.
Scan and save available stations
automatically.
Access additional options.
Add the current radio station to
the favourites list.
Search for an available radio
station.
View the list of favourite stations.
View the list of available stations.
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Playing through the speaker
You can listen to the radio through the speaker instead of the connected earphone.
Tap
→
Play through speaker
.
Scanning radio stations
Launch the
Tap
Scan
Select the radio station you want from the stations list.
Radio
. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically.
app.
Sharing content
Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of
sharing images.
You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.
Launch the
1
Tap
2
Gallery
and select a sharing method, such as message and email.
app and select an image.
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When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted
will appear on the sharing options panel. To directly share content with them via
the corresponding app, select a person’s icon. If the feature is not activated, launch
Settings
the
activate it.
app, tap
Advanced features
, and then tap the
Direct share
switch to
Using additional features
•
Smart View
device to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.
•
Shared album
download your files whenever you want. To use this feature, you must sign in to your
Samsung account.
: View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your
: Create a shared album to share photos or videos with others, and
Google apps
Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google
account to access some apps.
To view more app information, access each app’s help menu.
Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the
region or service provider.
Chrome
Search for information and browse webpages.
Gmail
Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.
Maps
Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for
various places around you.
Play Music
Discover, listen to, and share music on your device.
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Play Movies & TV
Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from
Play Store
.
Drive
Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.
YouTube
Watch or create videos and share them with others.
Photos
Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.
Google
Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.
Duo
Make a simple video call.
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Settings
Introduction
Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised by configuring
various setting options.
Launch the
To search for settings by entering keywords, tap
Settings
app.
.
Connections
Options
Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Wi-Fi
: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or
other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.
•
Bluetooth
devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.
•
Flight mode
: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled
: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use
Connections
.
only non-network services.
Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft
personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight
mode.
•
Mobile networks
: Configure your mobile network settings.
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•
Data usage
limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the
amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.
You can also activate the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in the
background from sending or receiving data. Refer to Data saver for more information.
•
SIM card manager
SIM card settings. Refer to SIM card manager (dual SIM models) for more information.
•
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not
available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth. Refer to Mobile Hotspot
and Tethering for more information.
•
More connection settings
connection settings for more information.
: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the
(dual SIM models): Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the
: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the
: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to More
Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
2
Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. Enter the password and tap
Connect
.
•
Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that
network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the
device connecting to the network automatically, tap
tap the
Auto reconnect
Connections
switch to deactivate it.
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
next to the network and
•
If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature
or the wireless router.
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Settings
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
Sending and receiving data
You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions
are an example of sending an image to another device.
1
Wi-Fi Direct
The detected devices are listed.
If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
Wi-Fi Direct feature.
Select a device to connect to.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connection
request.
Launch the
.
Gallery
app and select an image.
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
Tap →
2
Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.
3
If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without
the connection request procedure.
Ending the device connection
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
Wi-Fi Direct
The device displays the connected devices in the list.
Tap the device name to disconnect the devices.
Wi-Fi Direct
.
and select a device to transfer the image to.
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
.
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Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
•
Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via Bluetooth.
•
Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.
•
Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
•
Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is
not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices
On the Settings screen, tap
1
The detected devices will be listed.
Select a device to pair with.
2
If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth
pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.
Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.
Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.
3
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection
request.
Connections
→
Bluetooth
and tap the switch to activate it.
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Sending and receiving data
Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media
files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image
to another device.
Launch the
1
Tap →
2
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
visibility option.
Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.
3
Gallery
Bluetooth
app and select an image.
and select a device to transfer the image to.
Unpairing Bluetooth devices
On the Settings screen, tap
1
The device displays the paired devices in the list.
Tap next to the device name to unpair.
2
Tap
3
Unpair
.
Connections
→
Bluetooth
.
Data saver
Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from sending
or receiving data.
On the Settings screen, tap
activate it.
When the data saver feature is activated, the
To select apps to use data without restriction, tap
select apps.
Connections
→
Data usage
icon will appear on the status bar.
→
Data saver
Data saver feature activated
Allow app while Data saver on
and tap the switch to
and
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Mobile data only apps
Select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi
network.
For example, you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep
secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected. Even if you do not deactivate the Wi-Fi
feature, the apps will launch using the mobile data.
On the Settings screen, tap
switch to activate it, and then tap the switches next to the apps you want.
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
Connections
→
Data usage
→
Mobile data only apps
, tap the
SIM card manager (dual SIM models)
Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM
or USIM cards (dual SIM models) for more information.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Calls
: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls.
•
Text messages
•
Mobile data
•
Confirm SIM card for calls
next call when you make a call without using your preferred SIM or USIM card for calls.
: Select a SIM or USIM card for messaging.
: Select a SIM or USIM card for data services.
Connections
: Set the device to ask which SIM or USIM card to use for the
→
SIM card manager
.
•
Dual SIM always on
card during a call.
When this feature is enabled, you may incur additional charges for call forwarding
depending on the region or service provider.
: Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM
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Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other
devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi,
USB, or Bluetooth.
On the Settings screen, tap
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
•
Mobile Hotspot
with computers or other devices.
•
Bluetooth tethering
connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.
•
USB tethering
a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless
modem for the computer.
: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection
: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with
Connections
: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data
→
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
.
Using the mobile hotspot
Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other
devices.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Hotspot
Tap the switch to activate it.
2
The
networks list.
To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap
the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap
.
icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi
Connections
→
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
→
Configure Mobile Hotspot
Save
.
→
Mobile
and select
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On the other device’s screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks
3
list.
To connect without entering the password, tap
device.
If the mobile hotspot is not found, on your device, tap →
Hotspot
On the connected device, use the device’s mobile data connection to access the Internet.
4
, and deselect
Hide my device
.
and scan the QR code with the other
Configure Mobile
More connection settings
Customise settings to control other connection features.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Nearby device scanning
•
Printing
for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more
information.
: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search
Connections
: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to.
→
More connection settings
.
•
VPN
: Set up virtual networks (VPNs) on your device to connect to a school or company’s
private network.
•
Private DNS
: Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS.
Printing
Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a
printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.
Some printers may not be compatible with the device.
Adding printer plug-ins
Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Download plugin
.
Connections
→
More connection settings
→
Printing
→
Search for a printer plug-in in
2
Play Store
.
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Select a printer plug-in and install it.
3
Select the installed printer plug-in.
4
The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network as your device.
Select a printer to add.
5
To add printers manually, tap →
Add printer
.
Printing content
While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap
→
All printers...
Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.
, and then select a printer.
Sounds and vibration
Options
Change settings for various sounds on the device.
Print
→
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Sound mode
•
Vibrate while ringing
•
Temporary mute
•
Ringtone
•
Notification sound
•
Volume
•
Vibration pattern
•
System sound
•
Sound quality and effects
Atmos (surround sound) for more information.
: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode.
: Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period.
: Change the call ringtone.
: Adjust the device’s volume level.
: Set the device to sound for actions, such as controlling the touchscreen.
Sounds and vibration
: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.
: Change the notification sound.
: Select a vibration pattern.
: Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Dolby
.
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Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio, such as movies, music,
and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience moving audio sounds that flows all around
you.
On the Settings screen, tap
Atmos
, tap the switch to activate it, and then select a mode.
Before you use this feature, you must connect an earphone.
Sounds and vibration
Notifications
Change the notification settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Suggest actions and replies
notifications.
•
Show snooze option
•
App icon badges
•
Status bar
: Set the device to display only three recent notifications and whether to show
: Change the settings for app icon badges.
Notifications
: Set whether to show the snooze option.
→
Sound quality and effects
.
: Set the device to suggest actions and replies for
→
Dolby
the remaining battery level in percentage on the status bar.
•
Do not disturb
except for allowed exceptions.
•
Recently sent
notification settings. To customise notification settings for more apps, tap
→
All
and select an app from the apps list.
: Set the device to mute incoming calls, notification sounds, and media,
: View the apps that received recent notifications and change the
See all
→
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Display
Options
Change the display and the Home screen settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Brightness
•
Adaptive brightness
display automatically.
•
Dark mode
night or in a dark place. Refer to Dark mode for more information.
•
Font size and style
•
Screen zoom
•
Full screen apps
device to hide the front camera from the screen.
•
Screen timeout
backlight.
•
Home screen
•
Navigation bar
: Adjust the brightness of the display.
: Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at
: Change the screen zoom setting.
: Select apps to use with the full screen aspect ratio. You can also set the
: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s
: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen grid or layout.
: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft
Display
: Set the device to save power by adjusting the brightness of the
: Change the font size and style.
.
buttons) for more information.
•
Accidental touch protection
input when it is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag.
•
Screensaver
Screensaver for more information.
: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. Refer to
: Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting touch
Dark mode
Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark
place.
•
The dark theme may not be applied in some apps.
•
You can quickly activate or deactivate night mode on the notification panel. Open
(
the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
On the Settings screen, tap
1
activate it.
Display
→
Dark mode
and tap the
Dark mode
Turn on now
).
switch to
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To set the schedule to apply night mode to the screen, tap the
2
switch to activate it and select an option.
•
Sunset to sunrise
morning based on your current location.
•
Custom schedule
: Set the device to turn on night mode at night and turn it off in the
: Set a specific time to turn on and off night mode.
Turn on as scheduled
Screensaver
You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The
screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Select an option.
2
If you select
select
Photo Table
Photo Frame
, selected images will appear as small cards and overlap.
Display
or
Photos
→
Screensaver
, a slideshow with selected images will start. If you
.
Tap to select albums for displaying images.
3
When you are finished, tap the Back button.
4
To preview the selected option, tap
When you tap the screen while your screensaver is displayed, the screen will turn on.
Preview
.
Themes
Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various
themes to the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Themes
•
Wallpapers
: Change the device’s theme.
: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
Themes
.
•
Icons
: Change the icon style.
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Lock screen
Options
Change the settings for the locked screen.
On the Settings screen, tap
The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected.
•
Screen lock type
•
Smart Lock
detected. Refer to Smart Lock for more information.
•
Secure lock settings
•
Wallpaper services
screen.
•
Clock style
•
Roaming clock
locked screen when roaming.
•
FaceWidgets
•
Contact information
: Change the type and colour of the clock on the locked screen.
: Change the screen lock method.
: Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are
: Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the
: Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen.
Lock screen
: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method.
: Set the device to use wallpaper services such as Dynamic Lock
: Set the device to show contact information, such as your email
.
address, on the locked screen.
•
Notifications
•
Shortcuts
•
About Lock screen
: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen.
: Select apps to display shortcuts to them on the locked screen.
: View the Lock screen version and legal information.
Smart Lock
You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices
are detected.
For example, if you have set your home as a trusted location, when you get home your device
will detect the location and automatically unlock itself.
•
This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method.
•
If you do not use your device for four hours or when you turn on the device, you
must unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set.
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On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Select an option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
3
Lock screen
→
Smart Lock
.
Biometrics and security
Options
Change the settings for securing the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Face recognition
Face recognition for more information.
: Set the device to unlock the screen by recognising your face. Refer to
Biometrics and security
.
•
Fingerprints
recognition for more information.
•
Biometrics preferences
•
Google Play Protect
about potential harm and remove them.
•
Find My Mobile
Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen
device.
•
Security update
•
Google Play system update
•
Install unknown apps
sources.
•
Encrypt or decrypt SD card
If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device
will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the
: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint
: Change the settings for biometric data.
: Set the device to check for harmful apps and behaviour and warn
: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My
: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates.
: View the Google Play system version and check for updates.
: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown
: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.
device.
•
Other security settings
: Configure additional security settings.
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Face recognition
You can set the device to unlock the screen by recognising your face.
•
If you use your face as a screen lock method, your face cannot be used to unlock
the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the device, you must
unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering the
face. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.
•
If you change the screen lock method to
of your biometric data will be deleted. If you want to use your biometric data in
apps or features, you must register your biometric data again.
Precautions for using face recognition
Before using the face recognition to unlock your device, keep the following precautions in
Swipe
or
None
, which are not secure, all
mind.
•
Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
•
Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password.
For better face recognition
Consider the following when using face recognition:
•
Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hats, masks, beards, or
heavy makeup
•
Ensure that you are in a well-lit area and that the camera lens is clean when registering
•
Ensure your image is not blurry for better match results
Registering your face
For better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Biometrics and security
→
Face recognition
.
Read the on-screen instructions and tap
2
Set a screen lock method.
3
Continue
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Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen.
4
Position your face inside the frame on the screen.
5
The camera will scan your face.
When the useful face recognition screen appears, turn on a switch to activate a feature
and tap
Done
If unlocking the screen with your face is not working properly, tap
to remove your registered face and register your face again.
.
Remove face data
Deleting the registered face data
You can delete face data that you have registered.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Tap
3
Remove face data
Once the registered face is deleted, all the related features will also be deactivated.
Biometrics and security
→
Remove
.
→
Face recognition
Unlocking the screen with your face
.
You can unlock the screen with your face instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Biometrics and security
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Face recognition
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Tap the
3
On the locked screen, look at the screen.
4
When your face is recognised, you can unlock the screen without using any additional
screen lock method. If your face is not recognised, use the preset screen lock method.
Face unlock
•
If you want to set the device to unlock the screen without swiping on the
locked screen after recognising your face, tap the
deactivate it.
•
If you want to increase the recognition rate in a dark place, tap the
switch to activate it.
switch to activate it.
Stay on Lock screen
Brighten screen
switch to
Fingerprint recognition
In order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be
registered and stored in your device. After registering, you can set the device to use your
fingerprint for the features below:
•
Screen lock
•
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to
enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor
confusing two different fingerprints is very low. However, in rare cases where
separate fingerprints are very similar the sensor may recognise them as identical.
•
If you use your fingerprint as a screen lock method, your fingerprint cannot be
used to unlock the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use
the device, you must unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you
set when registering the fingerprint. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or
password.
•
If your fingerprint is not recognised, unlock the device using the pattern, PIN,
or password you set when registering the fingerprint, and then re-register your
fingerprints. If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to
use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or
inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
•
If you change the screen lock method to
of your biometric data will be deleted. If you want to use your biometric data in
apps or features, you must register your biometric data again.
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For better fingerprint recognition
When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that
may affect the feature’s performance:
•
The device may not recognise fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars.
•
The device may not recognise fingerprints from small or thin fingers.
•
To improve recognition performance, register fingerprints of the hand used most often to
perform tasks on the device.
•
The fingerprint recognition sensor recognises fingerprints. Ensure that the fingerprint
recognition sensor is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and
necklaces.
•
Covering the fingerprint recognition sensor with protective films, stickers, or other
accessories may decrease the fingerprint recognition rate. If the fingerprint recognition
sensor is initially covered with a protective film, remove it before using the fingerprint
recognition sensor.
•
Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor and your fingers are clean and dry.
•
If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognise your fingerprints.
Make sure to cover the entire fingerprint recognition sensor with your finger.
•
In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the device. Avoid using this feature
in dry environments or before using the feature, discharge static electricity by touching a
metal object.
Registering fingerprints
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Read the on-screen instructions and tap
2
Set a screen lock method.
3
Biometrics and security
Continue
.
→
Fingerprints
.
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Register your fingerprint.
4
Place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor. After the device detects your
finger, lift it up and place it on the fingerprint recognition sensor again.
Repeat this action until the fingerprint is registered.
When you are finished registering your fingerprints, tap
5
Done
.
Checking registered fingerprints
You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by placing your finger on the fingerprint
recognition sensor.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Tap
3
4
Check added fingerprints
Place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor.
The recognition result will be displayed.
Biometrics and security
.
→
Fingerprints
.
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Deleting registered fingerprints
You can delete registered fingerprints.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Select a fingerprint to delete and tap
3
Biometrics and security
Remove
.
→
Fingerprints
.
Unlocking the screen with your fingerprints
You can unlock the screen with your fingerprint instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
On the Settings screen, tap
1
Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
2
Tap the
3
On the locked screen, place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor and scan
4
your fingerprint.
Fingerprint unlock
Biometrics and security
switch to activate it.
→
Fingerprints
.
Accounts and backup
Options
Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also sign in to
accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, or transfer data to or from other
devices via Smart Switch.
On the Settings screen, tap
•
Accounts
•
Backup and restore
device. You can back up your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to
your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data.
: Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.
Accounts and backup
: Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your
.
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