Samsung GALAXY CORE ADVANCE GT-I8580 User Manual

User Manual

GT-I8580

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About this manual

This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features.

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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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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the manual, refer to the Samsung website,

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Applications 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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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service provider.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider 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 applications 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

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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. To avoid additional charges, select an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

About this manual

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications, 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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Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

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Trademarks

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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

Table of Contents

Getting started

7 Device layout

8 Buttons

9 Package contents

9 Installing the SIM or USIM card and

battery

12 Charging the battery

15 Inserting a memory card

17 Turning the device on and off

17 Holding the device

18 Locking and unlocking the device

18 Adjusting the volume

18 Switching to silent mode

19 Setting TalkBack

20 Using the touch screen with Explore

by touch

36 Entering text

38 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

39 Setting up accounts

40 Transferring files

41 Securing the device

43 Upgrading the device

Communication

44 Phone

50 Contacts

53 Messages

55 Email

56 Google Mail

58 Hangouts

58 Google+

Basics

22 Indicator icons

23 Using the touch screen

26 Control motions

28 Palm motions

29 Notifications

30 Home screen

32 Locked screen

33 Using applications

34 Applications screen

35 Help

59 Photos

59 ChatON

Web & network

60 Internet

61 Chrome

62 Bluetooth

63 Screen Mirroring

64 Group Play

66 NFC

67 S Beam

Table of Contents

Media

68 Music

70 Camera

76 Gallery

79 Video

80 YouTube

81 Radio

Application & media stores

83 Play Store

84 Samsung Apps

84 Play Books

85 Play Movies

85 Play Music

85 Play Magazines

85 Play Games

100 VOICEYE

101 Light Sensing

Travel & local

102 Maps

102 Local

103 Navigation

Settings

104 About Settings

104 Connections

108 My device

120 Accounts

120 More

123 Google Settings

Utilities

86 Memo

87 S Planner

89 Dropbox

90 Cloud

91 Clock

93 Calculator

93 S Translator

94 Voice Recorder

96 S Voice

97 Google

97 Voice Search

98 My Files

99 Downloads

Troubleshooting

100 Optical Scan

Getting started

Proximity sensor

Device layout

Earpiece

Front camera

Voice recording button

Touch screen

Home button

Menu button

Microphone

GPS antenna

Flash

Rear camera

Power button

Camera button

Back button

Multipurpose jack

Headset jack

Speaker

Volume button

Back cover

Main antenna

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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When the ultrasonic cover is attached, the reception or audio quality during a call may be affected and the battery will discharge more quickly.

Buttons

Button Function

Power

Home

Back

Volume

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press and hold for 8 seconds to reset the device if it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock mode when the touch screen turns off.

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Press to open a list of options available for the current screen.

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Press and hold to launch Google search.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.

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Press twice to launch

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Press to return to the previous screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

S Voice

Voice recording

Camera

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Press and hold to launch

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Press to start or stop recording in

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Press and hold to launch

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Press to take photos in camera mode.

Voice Recorder

Camera

Voice Recorder

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

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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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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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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.

Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery.

Only microSIM cards work with the device.

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Remove the back cover.

Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.

Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.

Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

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Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the antenna.

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card.

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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.

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Insert the battery.

Replace the back cover.

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Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Remove the back cover.

Pull out the battery.

Pull out the SIM or USIM card.

Charging the battery

Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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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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Charging with the charger

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack.

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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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 touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device 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 the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre.

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After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device.

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.

Checking the battery charge status

When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current battery charge status:

Charging Fully charged

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

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Inserting a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

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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.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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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 asks to reformat the memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the

Remove the back cover.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

SD memory card

folder.

Replace the back cover.

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

Remove the back cover.

Pull out the memory card.

Replace the back cover.

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

→

Storage

→

Unmount 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.

On the Home screen, tap

Format SD card

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

→

Erase everything

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

Format SD card

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Turning the device on and off

When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

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Press and hold the Power button and tap features.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

Flight mode

to disable the wireless

Power off

Holding the device

Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Locking and unlocking the device

When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

Adjusting the volume

Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video.

Switching to silent mode

Use one of the following methods:

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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.

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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap

Mute

Vibrate

Sound

Vibrate

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Setting TalkBack

This device features TalkBack, which is especially designed for the visually impaired. With TalkBack, the device can read aloud information, such as messages and notifications, and provide voice feedback about your selections. Turn on TalkBack and the Explore by touch feature.

This feature may not work with some applications or features, such as

Palm motion

On the Home screen, tap

Drag the

appears.

Tap OK when the pop-up window that asks you to turn on Explore by touch appears.

If the pop-up window does not appear, on the

by touch

Alternatively, press and hold the Power button until the device vibrates. Then, tap and hold the screen with two fingers until you hear the confirmation.

TalkBack

, or

Assistant menu

Apps

→

switch to the right, and then tap OK when the pop-up window

Settings

→

My device

TalkBack

→

Accessibility

screen, tap

Settings

Smart screen

→

TalkBack

→

Explore

Setting the TalkBack shortcut

Set the device to activate or deactivate TalkBack when you press the Home button three times.

On the Home screen, tap

→

TalkBack

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Accessibility

→

Direct access

Showing the Accessibility shortcut

Add a shortcut to Power button.

On the Home screen, tap

Accessibility

Apps

on the quick menu that appears when you press and hold the

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Accessibility

→

Show shortcut

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Using the touch screen with Explore by touch

With the Explore by touch feature, you can use the touch screen by touching and listening.

Selecting an item

When you drag your finger around the screen, the device reads content or the name of the item under your finger. Alternatively, flick your finger to the left or right on the screen to move to the previous or next item. Tap the screen twice to select an item.

When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, tap once to select an item.

Scrolling through panels or lists

To scroll through the Home or Applications screen, use two fingers to drag the screen to the left or right. To scroll through a long list, use two fingers to drag the screen up or down. Alternatively, use one finger to drag the screen to the right and then to back to the left in a Z pattern to move to the next part of the list. Drag one finger in the opposite direction to move to the previous part of the list.

When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.

Adjusting the seek control

With the seek control, you can adjust the intensity of some options, such as volume or brightness, by moving a button horizontally along a bar. First, select the control by dragging the screen with one finger. Then, use two fingers to drag the seek control to the left or right to adjust the option.

When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.

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Reading content in small units

By default, the device reads an entire section of text at once. You can set the device to read text in smaller units, such as words or individual characters. Select some text to read in units. Drag the screen upwards and then to the right without releasing your finger. Then, tap and hold the centre of the screen and then drag it in any direction to hear available options. When you hear the desired option, release your finger to select it. To read text in the next block, drag the screen downwards or to the right. To read text in the previous block, drag the screen upwards or to the left.

Using the notifications panel

The notifications panel appears at the top of the touch screen, approximately 1 cm from the top edge of the device. Use two fingers to drag downwards from the top of the screen and open the notifications panel. Select and set options or check notifications. To close the notifications panel and return to the previous screen, press the Back button.

When the Explore by touch feature is turned off, drag with one finger.

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Indicator icons

The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

Icon Meaning

No signal

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

Synced with the web

Connected to computer

No SIM or USIM card

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

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Using the touch screen

Use only fingers to use the touch screen.

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area.

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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device.

Finger gestures

Tapping

To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.

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Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

Dragging

To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.

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Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.

Pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Control motions

Simple motions allow easy control of the device.

Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Motions and gestures

→

Motion

, and then drag the

Motion

switch to the right.

Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly.

Rotating the screen

Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.

To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect

Screen rotation

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Some applications do not allow screen rotation.

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Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.

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Picking up

When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages.

Turning over

Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when using the speaker).

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Palm motions

Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen.

Before using motions, make sure the palm motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Motions and gestures

→

Palm motion

, and then

drag the

Palm motion

switch to the right.

Sweeping

Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in

Screenshots

. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications.

Covering

Gallery

→

Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.

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Notifications

Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the status bar, and then tap

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Wi-Fi

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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GPS

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

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Sound

mode.

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Screen rotation

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Bluetooth

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Mobile data

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Blocking mode

will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap

device

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Power saving

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Screen Mirroring

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Wi-Fi hotspot

: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent

: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

: Activate or deactivate the data connection.

: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device

→

Blocking mode

: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.

to use the following options:

: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.

Settings

→

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S Beam

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NFC

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Hands-free mode

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Smart stay

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Sync

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Flight mode

To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap tap and hold an item, and then drag the item to another location.

: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature.

: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature.

: Activate or deactivate hands-free mode.

: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature.

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

: Activate or deactivate flight mode.

The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

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Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.

The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.

Changing the Home screen mode

The Home screen has standard and easy modes. In easy mode, you can easily access your favourite contacts, applications, and settings by adding shortcuts to the Home screen.

To switch to easy mode, on the Home screen, tap

→

screen mode

Easy mode

→

Apply

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Home

Rearranging items

Adding an application icon

On the Home screen, tap preview.

Adding an item

Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.

Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following categories:

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Apps and widgets

Apps

, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel

: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.

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Folder

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Page

: Create a new folder.

: Add a new panel to the Home screen.

Moving an item

Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

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