Samsung Galaxy Note 5 User Manual

S M A R T P H O N E

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.

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Modification of Software

SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.

USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER MAY NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS.

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IF YOUR CARRIER PROHIBITS THIS, IF YOU ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE DEVICE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON THE SCREEN THAT UNAUTHORIZED SOFTWARE HAS BEEN DETECTED. YOU SHOULD THEN POWER DOWN THE DEVICE AND CONTACT YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE THE DEVICE TO THE CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.

Diagnostic Software

This device is equipped with diagnostic software reporting usage and performance information used solely to deliver improved network quality and overall device experience to AT&T customers. Please refer to your AT&T Wireless Customer Agreement and/or the AT&T Privacy Policy (att.com/privacy) for more information.

Notice from AT&T

This device is intended for use exclusively on AT&T’s system. You agree that you won’t make any modifications to the Equipment or programming to enable the Equipment to operate on any other

system. A voice plan is required on all voice-capable devices, unless specifically noted otherwise in the terms governing your agreement. Some devices or plans may require you to subscribe to a data plan.

Your phone is designed to make it easy for you to access a wide variety of content. For your protection, AT&T wants you to be aware that some

applications that you enable may involve the location of your phone being shared. For applications available through AT&T, AT&T offers privacy controls that let you decide how an application may use the location of your phone and other phones on your account. However, AT&T’s privacy tools do not apply to applications available outside of AT&T. Please review the terms and conditions and the associated privacy policy for each location-based service to learn how location information will be used and protected.

Your phone may be used to access the Internet and to download, and/or purchase goods, applications, and services from AT&T or elsewhere from third parties. AT&T provides tools for you to control access to the Internet and certain Internet content. These controls may not be available for certain devices which bypass AT&T controls.

AT&T may collect certain types of information from your device when you use AT&T services to provide customer support and to improve its services.

For more information on AT&T’s Privacy Policy, visit att.com/privacy.

Samsung Knox

Samsung Knox™ is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox. [030115]

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(SEA), Inc.

Address:

85 Challenger Road

Ridgefield Park,

New Jersey 07660

Phone:

1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)

Internet Address: samsung.com

©2015 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window,

S Pen, and S Health are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Screen images are simulated. Appearances of the device may vary.

Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device?

For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: samsung.com/us/support

The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.

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Nuance®, VSuite™, T9® Text Input, and the Nuance logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc., or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

The Bluetooth® word mark, figure mark (stylized “B Design”), and combination mark (Bluetooth word mark and “B Design”) are registered trademarks and are wholly owned by the Bluetooth SIG.

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Legal Information

Important legal information can be accessed in writing on the mobile device or at samsung.com.

Read this information before using your mobile device.

Samsung Limited Warranty — This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty. Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings > SYSTEM >

About device > Legal information > Samsung legal or at samsung.com.

The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at:

English samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide

Spanish samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP

Location of Legal Information on the device:

Health and Safety Information

Settings > SYSTEM > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal > Health and Safety.

Warranty

Settings > SYSTEM > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal > Warranty.

EULA

Settings > SYSTEM > About device > Legal information > Samsung legal > End User License Agreement.

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Table of Contents

Getting Started................................................	1
Front View...........................................................	2
Back View...........................................................	3
Assemble Your Device.....................................	4
Set Up Your Device...........................................	6
Set Up Accounts on Your Device...................	8
Know Your Device..........................................	9
Home Screen..................................................	10
Status Bar........................................................	13
Navigation........................................................	14
S Pen................................................................	16
Air Command..................................................	18
Notification Panel............................................	21
Multi Window...................................................	23
Enter Text.........................................................	25
Calling...............................................................	27
Phone Screen..................................................	28
Make and Answer Calls................................	30
Speed Dial.......................................................	33
Emergency Calls.............................................	34
Set Up and Access Voicemail......................	35
Applications....................................................	36
Apps List..........................................................	37
Google Apps...................................................	39
AT&T Applications..........................................	41
Additional Apps...............................................	43
Calculator.........................................................	45
Calendar...........................................................	46
Camera and Video.........................................	48
Clock.................................................................	52

Contacts...........................................................	54
Email.................................................................	58
Galaxy Apps....................................................	60
Gallery..............................................................	61
Internet..............................................................	63
Messages.........................................................	65
Music Player....................................................	67
My Files............................................................	69
S Health............................................................	71
S Note...............................................................	72
S Voice.............................................................	74
Samsung Pay..................................................	75
Scrapbook.......................................................	76
Video Player.....................................................	77
Voice Recorder...............................................	79
Settings............................................................	80
How to Use Settings......................................	81
Wi-Fi..................................................................	82
Bluetooth..........................................................	84
Airplane Mode.................................................	86
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering......................	87
Data Usage......................................................	89
Mobile Networks.............................................	90
NFC and Payment..........................................	91
More Connection Settings............................	92
Sounds and Notifications..............................	94
Display..............................................................	97
S Pen Settings.................................................	99
Motions and Gestures.................................	100
Applications Settings...................................	101
Wallpaper.......................................................	104

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Themes...........................................................	105
Lock Screen and Security...........................	106
Privacy and Safety........................................	110
Easy Mode.....................................................	112
Accessibility...................................................	113
Accounts........................................................	115
Backup and Reset........................................	116
Language and Input.....................................	117
Battery............................................................	120
Storage...........................................................	121
Date and Time...............................................	122
Help.................................................................	123
About Device.................................................	124

Table of Contents	v

Getting Started

Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

Front View

Proximity Sensor						Earpiece
Status light						Front camera

Volume keys

Power key

Recent				Back

Home key

•Back: Return to the previous screen or close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

•Earpiece: Listen to a call.

•Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself.

•Home key: Return to the Home screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature.

•Power key: Lock or wake up the screen. Press and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick access to Airplane Mode and Emergency Mode.

•Proximity sensor: Detect the presence of objects near the device.

•Recent: Display recent apps or touch and hold for Home screen options.

•Status light Display a red light when charging or the battery is low, a blue light when a notification has arrived or you are voice recording, and a green light when fully charged.

•Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio.

Getting Started	2	Front View

Back View

Microphone

Rear camera

S Pen

Microphone

Speaker

•Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a photo or recording video.

•Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included).

•Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate via your fingertip when using the S Health app.

•Microphone: Record audio and detects voice commands.

•Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

SIM tray

Flash

Heart rate sensor

Headset jack

USB charger/Accessory port

•S Pen: The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient access.

•SIM tray: Store the SIM card. For more information, see Install the SIM Card.

•Speaker: Play music and other sounds.

•USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the Charger/USB cable (included) and other optional accessories (not included).

Getting Started	3	Back View

Assemble Your Device

This section helps you to assemble your device.

Install the SIM Card

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and other features.

Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children.

Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal SIM card slot.

1.Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM tray, and push until the tray pops out.

2.Place the SIM card on the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot.

•Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown.

Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.

Charge the Battery

Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging charger that came with your phone. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive

Fast Charging.

Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.

1. Insert the USB cable into the port.

2.Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.

3.When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device.

Note: This device is also compatible with Samsung approved wireless charging devices-- sold separately.

Getting Started	4	Assemble Your Device

When to Charge the Battery

When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals.

In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.

When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.

►► For a quick check of your battery level, view the battery charge indicator located in the upper right corner of your device’s display. A solid color (  ) indicates a full charge.

You can also choose to display a percentage value. Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For more information, see Battery.

Getting Started	5	Assemble Your Device

Set Up Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off

Turn the Device On

►► Press and hold the Power key until the device starts up.

Turn the Device Off

1.Press and hold the Power key until the Device options menu displays.

2.Tap Power off.

3.In the window that displays, tap POWER OFF.

Reset the Device

Should your device stop responding to taps or finger gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can reset your device.

►► Press and hold the Power key and the Volume Down key at the same time for more than seven seconds.

Configure Your Phone

When you first turn on your phone, you will need to set up a few things.

1.As each screen is displayed, follow the instructions on each screen to set up that particular feature.

2.Tap NEXT, SKIP, or LATER to progress to the next screen.

Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of on-screen items to improve

accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly three times (triple-press).

AT&T Ready2Go

During initial set up, the AT&T Ready2Go screen displays. It will guide you through the basics of setting up your device.

Follow the prompts to transfer content from an old device, store you contacts in the AT&T Cloud, set up accounts, and more.

If you touch not now > exit, you can set up your device later.

To access Ready2Go at any time:

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

AT&T Ready2Go.

Getting Started	6	Set Up Your Device

Secure Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device.

Lock the Device

By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.

►► To lock the device, press the Power key.

Unlock the Device

The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.

►► To unlock your device, press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen.

Set Up a Secure Screen Lock

The default Screen lock is Swipe which offers no security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see Set a Screen Lock.

Getting Started	7	Set Up Your Device

Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Google Account

Your new device uses your Google Account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play store.

When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account, or create a new Google Account.

– or –

To create a new Google Account or set up your Google Account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > PERSONAL > Accounts > Add account > Google.

Samsung Account

Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung content and apps on your device. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account.

– or –

To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > PERSONAL > Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.

Getting Started	8	Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Know Your Device

Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard.

Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when

pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

Home Screen

Notification icons

Widget

Home screen indicator

App shortcuts

•App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite applications.

•Apps folder: For your convenience, there are several applications that are grouped into a folder on the main Home screen.

•Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications.

•Home screen indicator: Indicates which

Home screen is presently displayed. Swipe across the screen to the right to open Flipboard Briefing.

•Notification icons: Display new messages and emails, notifications, available software updates, and more.

Status icons

Status bar

Apps folder

Apps list

•Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left).

•Status icons: Display information about the device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, the time, and more.

•Widget: Self-contained application (not a shortcut) that runs on the Home screen.

Know Your Device	10	Home Screen

The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.

Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers.

To access Home Screen Manager:

►► From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

– or –

Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.

Manage Home Screens

Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens in a different order.

1.From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2.Use these options to manage screens:

•Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens, and then tap Add.

•Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag it to Remove.

•Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap

Main Home screen at the top of a screen. This screen displays when you press the Home key.

•Change the order of screens: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag to a new position.

•Flipboard Briefing: Scroll to the left of the screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen. To activate this feature, tap the check box at the top center of the screen.

Wallpapers

Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.

1.From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2.Tap Wallpapers.

For more information, see Wallpaper in Settings.

To access Wallpaper settings:

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > PERSONAL > Wallpaper.

Widgets

Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a Home screen. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.

Add a Widget to a Home Screen

1.Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and then tap Widgets.

2.Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.

Remove a Widget

1.From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to release it.

2.Drag the widget to Remove and release it.

Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widget from the Home screen.

Know Your Device	11	Home Screen

Themes

Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your phone.

1.From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2.Tap Themes.

For more information, see Themes in Settings.

To access Theme settings:

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > PERSONAL > Themes.

Screen Grid

Change the number of icons that can be placed on each Home screen by changing the Screen grid dimensions.

1.From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2.Tap Screen grid.

3.Tap a dimension option (4 x 4, 4 x 5, or 5 x 5) to preview its appearance. The numbers indicate how many icons can be placed horizontally by how many icons can be placed vertically.

4.Tap APPLY to apply the selected dimensions.

App Shortcuts

You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.

Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen

1.From a Home screen, tap Apps.

2.Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.

Remove a Shortcut

1.Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it.

2.Drag the app shortcut to Remove and release it.

Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.

Folders

Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.

Create a Folder

You can create a folder on a Home screen.

1.Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears.

2.Release the app icon to create the folder.

•Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the folder.

•Tap Palette to change the color.

3.Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.

•To add more apps, touch an hold an app icon and drag it to the folder.

Add a Folder to a Home Screen

1.From a Home screen, tap Apps.

2.Touch and hold a folder, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.

Remove a Folder from a Home Screen

1.Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.

2.Drag the folder to Remove and release it.

Know Your Device	12	Home Screen

Status Bar

The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left.

Status Icons

Battery is fully charged.

Battery is low.

Battery is charging.

Vibrate mode is enabled.

Mute mode is enabled.

The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.

Signal strength.

Wi-Fi is active.

No wireless network is available.

NFC (Near-Field Communication) is enabled.

Notification Icons

Missed call.

Call in progress.

Call is on hold.

Call is using speakerphone.

New email has arrived.

New Gmail has arrived.

New voicemail message has been received.

New text or multimedia message has arrived.

Download of a file or app is in progress.

File is being uploaded or sent.

Location service (GPS) is active.

App updates are available from the

Google Play store.

App updates are complete.

Know Your Device	13	Status Bar

Navigation

Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device, and basics for how to customize screens by editing, sharing, and deleting items.

Touchscreen Navigation

Use the following motions and gestures on your touchscreen to navigate the device.

Tap

Lightly tap items to select or launch them.

•Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters or text.

•Tap an item to select it.

•Tap an app icon to launch the application.

Touch and Hold

Touch and hold onscreen items to activate them.

•Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to move it.

•Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.

Swipe

Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.

•Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

•Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.

Drag

Touch and hold an item, and then drag to move it to a new location.

•Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.

•Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a Home screen.

Pinch and Spread

Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.

•Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a picture or a web page.

•Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in while viewing a picture or a web page.

Motions and Gestures

Control your device by making specific gestures with your hand above the device’s screen. For more information, see Motions and Gestures in Settings.

To access Motions and Gestures settings:

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > DEVICE > Motions and gestures.

Know Your Device	14	Navigation

Common Options

The device uses basic command options to perform common actions.

•MORE: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This will often allow you to select items to delete or share.

•DELETE: Tap to select items to delete. You can often tap a check box at the top of the screen to select all.

•SHARE: Tap to select items to share, and a sharing method. You can often tap a check box at the top of the screen to select all.

•EDIT: Tap to customize the screen.

Know Your Device	15	Navigation

S Pen

The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing different functions.

Remove S Pen

The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient access.

1.Push the S Pen inward until it pops out of the device.

2.Slide the S Pen out the rest of the way using the notch on the end of the S Pen.

Caution: When you insert the S Pen into the slot, insert the S Pen’s nib first. Failure to do so can cause the S Pen to become stuck. Forcefully detaching the S Pen from the slot may cause damage to the S Pen and your device.

Air View

Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content, or view information about an item on the screen. For example:

•Hover over an email in a list to preview the message before opening it.

•Hover over a photo album to preview the contents or see a picture enlarged.

•Hover over the timeline during video playback to preview and navigate to specific scenes.

•Hover over an icon or screen button to view the item’s name or description.

Note: The preview function is only available when the S Pen’s onscreen pointer is a solid color.

Direct Pen Input

When filling out a form field in an app (like Name or Number in Contacts), you can open a Handwriting window to allow you to write an entry with the S Pen rather than type.

To use the Handwriting window:

1.When filling out a form field, hover the S Pen over the field until the Handwriting icon appears.

2.Tap the Handwriting icon. The Handwriting window appears.

3.Use the space provided in the window to write an entry by hand using the S Pen. While writing, your entries will be converted into text.

•To edit the converted text, use the Space, Delete, and Enter icons. To change the position of the cursor, drag the pointer below the cursor to the desired position for editing.

•Tap DRAWING MODE to draw images.

4.When finished, tap DONE.

Know Your Device	16	S Pen

Configure S Pen Settings

To configure S Pen settings, including options for sounds and for tracking S Pen when it is not stored in your device:

►► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > DEVICE > S Pen.

Replace the S Pen Tip

You can replace the tip of the S Pen.

To replace the tip:

1.Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip.

2.Insert the new pen tip on the top of the S Pen and press until it clicks in place.

Know Your Device	17	S Pen

Air Command

Air command allows you to quickly activate frequently used applications or perform actions.

To launch the Air command menu:

►► Remove the S Pen from the S Pen slot.

– or –

Hold the S Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears, and then press the S Pen button once.

– or –

Tap Air command.

►► To use Air Command, tap an option:

•Action memo: Launch an Action memo and link it to actions. Action Memos are saved in the S Note app.

•Smart select: Draw around an area of the screen to collect it in the Scrapbook app.

•Screen write: Capture screenshots and write or draw on them.

•S Note: Create, manage and edit notes on your device.

•Add shortcuts: Add up to three apps and functions to the Air command menu.

Action Memo

An Action Memo is a special type of note that can turn your written text into actions on your device.

For example, if someone tells you the name of a restaurant, you can launch a new memo, write the name of the restaurant, and then have the memo locate it on a map.

Note: While active, an Action Memo stays on the screen for as long as you are using it, even if you press the Home key. You must tap SAVE or CANCEL in order to close the memo.

Know Your Device	18	Air Command

Create an Action Memo

To create an Action Memo:

1. Tap Air command > Action Memo.

– or –

Press and hold the S Pen button and tap the screen two times with the pen.

2.Write your action memo, these editing tools are available:

•Pen: Tap to change the pen color.

•Eraser: Use the pen to erase part of the memo, or tap Clear all to erase all content.

3.Tap MORE for additional options:

•Share: Choose a sharing method to share the action memo.

•Link to action: Turn written text into actions.

•Minimize: Minimize the action memo by making a small thumbnail on the main Home screen.

•Pin to Home screen: A smaller version of the action memo will appear on the Home screen.

•Edit as S Note file: Open the action memo in the S Note app.

•Change background color: Change the color of the action memo.

•Discard: Exit the Action memo without saving.

4.When you are finished, tap SAVE.

Note: Action Memos are saved in the S Note app.

Link an Action Memo

Turn text into actions. For example, you can write a phone number, and then save it to Contacts.

To link a memo to an action:

1.Tap Air command > Action Memo.

2.Write on the memo.

3.Tap MORE > Link to action.

4.Draw around the content you want to use for the action. The selected content is boxed and highlighted.

5.On the menu bar that displays, tap the action you want to take. Options include Phone, Contacts, Messages, Email, Internet, Map, and Task.

Screen Off Memo

You can write quick memos without turning your device on.

Note: The screen off memo setting must be enabled. For more information, see S Pen.

To create a screen off memo:

1.Detach the S Pen while the screen is off.

2.Write on the screen.

•Tap SAVE to save your action memo to the S Note app.

•Tap CANCEL to discard the action memo.

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Smart Select

The Smart select feature provides a capture tool to select content on a screen. You can then add it to your Scrapbook app or share it with your contacts.

To launch the Smart select tool:

1.Tap Air command > Smart select.

2.Tap a shape at the top of the screen, and select content. The following options are available:

•Write: Add notes to the screen using the S Pen.

•Share: Choose a sharing method to share your content.

•Save in Scrapbook: Save the content in the Scrapbook app.

•Save in Gallery: Save the content to the Gallery app.

Screen Write

Screen write allows you to capture a screen shot and then write notes on the screen shot.

To use Screen Write:

1.Tap Air command > Screen write.

2.The current screen is captured, and a pen tool appears. The following editing tools are provided:

•Pen: Draw on the screen shot. Press the Pen icon a second time to change the pen tip, size, color.

•Eraser: Erase the writing or drawings on the screen shot. Tap the Eraser icon a second time to change the size of the eraser area and to see the ERASE ALL option.

•Undo: Tap to undo the last action.

•Redo: Tap to redo the last action that was undone.

3.When you are finished writing, tap an option:

•Share: Choose a sharing method to share your content.

•Save in Scrapbook: Save the content in the Scrapbook app.

•Save in Gallery: Save the content to the Gallery app.

S Note

Create notes and edit Action memos.

To access S Note:

►► Tap Air command > S Note.

– or –

From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Note. For more information, see S Note.

Add Shortcuts

You can add shortcuts to apps and functions to the Air Command menu.

To use Add shortcuts:

1.Tap Air command > Add shortcuts.

2.Swipe across the screens, and tap the apps or functions you would like to add to the Air Command menu.

• To delete an app shortcut tap Remove.

3.Tap Back to save your selection.

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Notification Panel

Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel.

Edit Notification panel

Settings

Quick settings Screen brightness

Notification card

Clear notifications

•Clear notifications: Tap to clear all notifications.

•Edit Notification panel: Tap to change settings for the Notification panel, including which Quick settings buttons are visible.

•Notification card: Tap to see details about a notification. Swipe a notification card to the right to dismiss it.

•Quick settings: Tap to quickly enable or disable a feature. Swipe to the left to see more settings.

•Screen brightness: Drag the slider to adjust screen brightness. Tap Auto to have the phone set the screen brightness.

•Settings: Tap to open the Settings screen.

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View the Notification Panel

1.Swipe down on the Status bar to display the Notification panel.

2.Swipe down the list of notifications to see details.

•Tap an item to open it.

•To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. Tap Clear to clear all notifications.

3.To close the Notification panel, swipe upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back.

Quick Settings

In addition to notifications, the Notification panel provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.

To view additional Quick settings:

►► On the Notification panel, swipe left or right across the visible icons.

To customize the Quick settings that appear: ►► On the Notification panel, tap EDIT.

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Multi Window

Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.

Activate Multi Window

Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other.

Note: Multi window is not available for all apps.

Controls

1.From any screen, touch and hold Recent.

2.If you are currently using an app that supports Multi window, tap another app to add it in split screen view.

or

Tap two apps that support Multi window to open them in split screen view.

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You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view:

1.Tap Recent.

2.Recently used apps that support Multi window

have a Multi window icon in their title bar. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch the application in split screen view.

3.Other recently used apps that support Multi window appear below the launched app. Tap the app icon to add it to the split screen view.

Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon.

Window Controls

Select an application window and tap Controls in the middle of the window border.

Controls

Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window applications.

Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature.

Minimize window: Minimize the selected app window. This turns the app into a circular, movable icon that can be opened by tapping on it.

Maximize window: Open the selected app window in full screen view.

Close app: Close the selected application.

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