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hardware, assemblyprocedures,
and how to get started usingyour
new device.
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Front View
1. Front camera: Take
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self‑portraits and record
videos of yourself.
2. Power key: Press and hold to
turn the device on or off, or to
restart it. Press to lock or wake
up the screen.
3. Volume key: Adjust the volume
of your device’s sounds and
audio playback.
4. Memory card tray: Install an
optional memory card (not
included) for storage of files.
For more information, see
“Install an Optional Memory Card”
on page46 .
5. Back: Return to the previous
screen, or close a dialog box,
menu, or keyboard.
6. Home key: Return to the Home
screen.
7. Recent: Tap to display recent
apps, or touch and hold for
Multiwindow
8. Light sensor: Use the ambient
light level to adjust the screen
brightness and contrast.
™
.
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Back View
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1. USB charger/Accessory port:
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Connect the USBcharger
(included) and other optional
accessories (not included).
2. Headset jack: Connect an
optional headset (not included).
3. Flash: Illuminate subjects in
low-light environments when
taking a photo or recording
video.
4. Speaker: Play music and other
sounds.
5. S Pen: Access a variety of
powerful functions on your
device with the versatile
™
.
SPen
6. Rear camera: Take pictures and
record videos.
7. Microphone: Record audio and
detect voice commands.
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Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install an Optional Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD™ or microSDHC™
memory card (notincluded) to add more memory space
to yourdevice.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time. It is
not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Memory Card (SD Card)” on page145.
1. Open the memory card slot cover and turn to
expose the slot.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide
the memory card into the slot, pushing gently until
it clicks into place.
Getting Started 4 Assemble Your Device
3. Close the memory card slot cover.
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Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li‑Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and
USBcable) is included with the device for charging the
battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery
before using your device for the first time.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries
approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are
designed for your device to maximize battery life.
Usingother accessories may invalidate your warranty
and may cause damage.
Getting Started 5 Assemble Your Device
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.
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When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low 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 top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid 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” on page143.
Getting Started 6 Assemble Your Device
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Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The following instructions explain how to turn your
device on or off.
Turn the Device On
To turn the device on:
► Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device. ► Press and hold the Power key and the
Volumedown key at the same time for morethan
seven seconds.
Turn the Device Off
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
deviceoptions screen is displayed.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.
Getting Started 7 Set Up Your Device
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Initial Set Up
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.
Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and
descriptions of items on the screen to improve
accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable
Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly
threetimes.
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
Getting Started 8 Set Up Your Device
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
To lock the device:
►Press the Power ke y.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page118.
To unlock the device:
► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.
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Set Up Accounts on Your Device
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. Formore information, see “Accounts” on page131.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts.
2. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.
Getting Started 9 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully
utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™,
GoogleHangouts™, 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
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
GoogleAccount on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings. Formore information, see
“Accounts” on page131.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts.
2. Tap Addaccount > Google.
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Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device,
Factory Reset Protection is turned on. Factory Reset
Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using
your device if it is reset to factory settings without your
permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen
and a factory data reset is performed, only someone
with your Google Account username and password can
use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory
data reset if you do not have your GoogleAccount
username and password. For more information, see
“Factory Data Reset” on page136.
Caution: You should remove your Google Account
before shipping your device to Samsung or any other
service provider for service and before resetting the
device to factory settings.
Getting Started 10 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically
turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security
feature. For more information, see google.com.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Google.
If you have more than one Google Account set
•
up on your device, tap the Google Account you
want to remove.
3. Tap More > Remove account.
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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
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic
object when pressing on the touch screen may damage
the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
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Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.
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1. Status bar: Displays device
status icons (right) and
notification icons (left).
For more information, see
“Status Bar” on page17.
2. App folder: Groups
multiple apps into a folder.
3. Apps list: Allows quick
access to all of your
applications.
4. Primary app shortcuts:
Displays these shortcuts
on all Home screens.
5. Home screen indicator:
Indicates which
Homescreen is currently
visible.
6. App shortcuts: Launches
your favorite applications.
7. Widget: Runs as a simple
application extension
(nota shortcut) on a
Homescreen.
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Customize the Home Screen
Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and
folders, andusing 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 app shortcuts and widgets. You can add, remove,
change the order of screens, as well as choose a
different main Home screen.
► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. Use these
options to manage screens:
Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens,
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and then tap Add.
Know Your Device 13 Customize the Home Screen
Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and
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then drag it to Delete.
Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap
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Main Home screen at the top of a screen.
This screen is displayed when you press the
Home key.
Change the order of screens: Touch and hold a
•
screen, and then drag it to a newposition.
Flipboard Briefing: Swipe to the left of the
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screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen.
Toenable or disable this feature, tap On/Off at
the top of the screen.
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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 to customize.
For more information, see “Wallpaper ” on page116.
To access Wallpaper settings:
►From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Wallpaper.
Widgets
Widgets are simple application extensions that
run on a Homescreen. There are many kinds of
widgets, including links to a specific contact,
Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and
manyothers.
Know Your Device 14 Customize the Home Screen
Add a Widget to a Home Screen
You can add a widget to a Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Widgets.
3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen,
and then release it.
Remove a Widget
You can remove a widget that you added to a
Homescreen.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
releaseit.
2. Drag the widget to Delete and releaseit.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it
just removes the widget from the Home screen.
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App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any
Home screen.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
You can 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
Homescreen, and then release it.
Move a Shortcut
You can move a shortcut from one Home screen to
another.
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it.
2. Drag the app shortcut to Move apps and
releaseit.
3. Swipe to a new Home screen.
4. Tap the shortcut to place it in the next available
location, or drag it to a specific location and
releaseit.
Remove a Shortcut
You can remove a shortcut that you added to a
Homescreen.
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.
2. Drag the app shortcut to Delete and releaseit.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it
just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
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Folders
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.
4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch and hold an app
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shortcut and drag it to the folder.
Create a Folder
You can create an app folder on a Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app
shortcut.
2. Drag the shortcut on top of another app shortcut
until a highlighted box appears.
3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
Enter folder name: Enter a name for the folder.
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Palette: Change
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Add: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps
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to select them, and then tapAdd.
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the color.
Remove a Folder from a Home Screen
You can remove a folder that
Homescreen.
1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.
2. Drag the folder to Delete and release it.
Confirmwhen prompted.
you added to a
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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 full: Battery is fully charged. Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled.
Battery low: Battery is low. Wi-Fi active: Wi-Fi is active.
Battery charging: Battery is charging. Wi-Fi available: A Wi-Fi network is available.
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Notification Icons
New email: New email has arrived.
New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived.
File download in progress: Download of a file
or app is in progress.
File upload in progress: File is being
uploaded or sent.
Know Your Device 18 Status Bar
GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active
and acquiring a signal.
App updates available: App updates are
available from the Google Play store.
App updates complete: App installation or
updates are complete.
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Navigation
Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device.
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 keyboard to enter characters or text.
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Tap an item to select it.
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Tap an app shortcut to launch the application.
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Touch and Hold
Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them.
Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to
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moveit.
Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of
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options.
Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across
the screen.
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
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Swipe the screen to scroll through the Homescreens
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or menu options.
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Drag
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new
location.
Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
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Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a
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Homescreen.
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
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or a webpage.
Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in while
•
viewing a picture or a web page.
Common Options
The device uses basic command options to perform
common actions.
More: Tap to view more menu options for a screen.
•
This often allows you to select items to delete or
share.
Delete: Tap to select items to delete.
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Share: Tap to select items to share, and then choose
•
a sharing method.
Edit: Tap to customize the screen.
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On/Of f: Tap to turn the option on or
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off.
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enabled, a checkmark is displayed. You can often tap
a checkbox at the top of the screen to selectall.
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( )
( )
Checkbox: Tap to enable or select. When
Menu: Tap to view available options for the field.
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Notification Panel
1. Manage users: Display the
Users screen.
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2. View all: See all available
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Quicksettings.
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3. Quick connect: Search for
nearby devices to connect with
quickly and easily.
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4. Clear: Clear all notifications.
5. Notification settings: Enable
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or disable notifications from
each app. For more information,
see
“Notifications” on page107.
6. Notification card: View details
about a notification.
7. Screen brightness: Adjust
screen brightness.
8. Quick settings: Quickly enable
or disable a feature.
9. Settings: Display the Settings
screen.
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View the Notification Panel
You can access the Notification panel from any
Homescreen.
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification
panel.
2. Swipe down the list to see notification details.
To open an item, tap it.
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To clear a single notification, drag the
•
notification left or right.
To clear all notifications, tap Clear.
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3. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap
Back to close the Notification panel.
Know Your Device 22 Notification Panel
Quick Settings
In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also
provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi,
allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
To view additional Quick settings:
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the
Notificationpanel.
2. Swipe left or right across the visible icons.
To customize the Quick settings that display:
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification
panel.
2. Tap
3. Tap Done to save.
View all, and then tap Edit.
Quick settings: Drag the icons to change their
•
positions.
Quick connect: Tap On/Off to show or hide this
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feature on the Notification panel.
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Quick Connect
Search for nearby devices automatically to connect to
them quickly and easily.
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification
panel.
2. Tap Quick connect. Your device automatically scans
for compatible devices.
Scan for nearby devices: Scan for compatible
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devices.
Refresh: Update the list of discovered devices.
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More:
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Set device visibility: Configure device
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visibility.
About Quick connect: View Quick connect
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information.
3. Tap a device from the list and select options to
begin sharing.
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To disconnect from a device:
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification
panel.
2. Tap Quick connect.
3. Tap Remove from list for the paired device.
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Multi Window
Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.
Window Controls
Tap Window controls in the middle of the windowborder.
Switch windows: Switch locations between Multiwindow apps.
Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows.
Dragan 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 onit.
Maximize window: Open the selected app window in full screen view.
Close app: Close the selected app.
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You can also launch recently used apps directly into
Multiwindow view:
1. Tap Recent.
Recently used apps that support Multiwindow
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have a Multi window icon in their title bar.
2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an
application in split screen view.
Other recently used apps that support
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Multiwindow display below the launched app.
3. Tap an app icon to add it to the split screenview.
Note: Only applications that support Multiwindow
have the Multiwindow icon.
Activate Multi Window
Apps that support Multiwindow 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: Multiwindow is not available for all apps.
1. From any screen, touch and hold Recent.
2. Tap two apps that support Multiwindow to open
them in split screen view.
- or -
If you are currently using an app that supports
Multiwindow, tap another app to add it in split
screen view.
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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.
► Slide the S Pen from your device using the notch on
the end of the S Pen.
S Pen button
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Air View
Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content
or view information about an item on the screen.
Forexample:
Hover over an email in a list to preview the message
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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
SPen’s onscreen pointer is a solid color.
Know Your Device
Direct Pen Input
When filling out a form field in an app (like the Name
or Number fields in the Contacts app), you can open a
Handwriting window that allows you to handwrite an
entry with the SPen rather than type.
To use the Handwriting window:
1. Hover the SPen over a text field until
Handwriting displays.
2. Tap Handwriting. The Handwriting window
displays.
3. Use the space provided in the window to write an
entry by hand using the SPen. While writing, your
entries are converted into text.
To edit the converted text, use the Space, Delete,
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and Enter icons.
To change the position of the cursor, drag the
•
pointer below the cursor to the desired position
for editing.
To draw images, tap Drawing mode, and tap
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Done when finished.
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Configure S Pen Settings
To configure S Pen settings:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
S Pen.
For more information, see “SPenSettings” on page111.
2. Insert the new pen tip in the end of the SPen and
press until it clicks in place.
Replace the SPen Tip
You can replace the tip of the SPen.
To replace the tip:
1. Use tweezers to pull out the SPen tip.
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Air Command
1. Create memo: Launch a
new note in the Samsung
Notes app.
2. Smart select: Draw
around an area of the
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screen to collect it in the
Gallery app.
3. Screen write: Capture
screenshots and write or
draw on them.
4. Translate: Hover the
SPen over a word to see
it translated into another
language and listen to its
pronunciation.
5. Add shortcuts: Add up to
six apps and functions to
the Air command menu.
6. Settings: Customize
Air command by adding
apps and functions, and
changing how it appears.
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To launch the Air command menu: To launch the Smart select tool:
► Remove the SPen 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.
Create Note
Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes
app. For more information, see “SamsungNotes” on
page81
.
Smart Select
The Smart select feature provides a capture tool to
select content on a screen. You can then add it to your
Gallery app or share it with your contacts.
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1. Tap Air command > Smartselect.
2. Tap a shape at the top of the screen, and then
drag a box with the S Pen to select content. The
following options appear:
Auto select: Allow Smart select to automatically
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select content to extract.
Extract text: Identify and extract text from the
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selected content.
Draw: Draw on the captured screen using the
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SPen.
Share: Choose a sharing method to share your
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content.
Save: Save the content to the Gallery app.
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Scroll capture: Capture any scrollable areas of
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
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icon a second time to change the pen tip, size,
color, and to save presets.
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: Undo the last action.
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Redo: Redo the last action that wasundone.
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the screen that are hidden.
Crop: Crop the captured screen.
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Share: Choose a sharing method to share your
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content.
Save: Save the content to the Gallery app.
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3. Tap Save when finished.
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Transl ate
Translate words by hovering over them with the SPen.
To access Translate:
1. Tap Air command >
2. Tap the Source and Target languages to change
them to the desired languages.
3. Hover the S Pen over a word.
Tap Sound to hear the word pronounced in
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the Source language.
4. Tap Close to close Translate.
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Translate.
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 Aircommand
menu.
To delete an app shortcut tap Remove.
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3. Tap Back to save your selection.
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Air Command Settings
Configure settings for Air command.
To access Settings:
► Tap Air command > Settings. Thefollowing
options are available:
Shortcuts: Choose and arrange the shortcuts
•
that appear on the Air command menu.
Floating icon: Choose to enable the
•
Aircommand menu to appear as a floating icon
that can be moved around the screen.
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Enter Text
Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking.
Use the SamsungKeyboard
Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive text
Options
Know Your Device 34 Enter Text
Special Keys
Touch and hold Options for the following:
Symbol: Tap to insert symbols.
Control: Touch and hold for quick access to
cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y),
and select all (a).
Voice input: Enter text using Google Voice
typing.
Handwriting: Use your handwriting to
enter text.
Clipboard: Access the clipboard.
Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the
cursorposition.
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Special Keys
Note: Available options depend on the app in use.
Notall options are available for allapps.
Keyboard types: Change the layout of the
keyboard.
Keyboard settings: Access keyboard
settings.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung keyboard:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language andinput.
3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options.
For more information, see “Samsung Keyboard” on page139.
Predictive Text
Predictive text suggests words that match your text
entries, and can automatically complete common
words. Predictive text can learn your personal writing
style from your contacts, messages, email, and
social networking sites — improving the accuracy of
predicting text entries.
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Use Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
Note: Tap Settings > Languages to download
additional languages for use with Google voice typing.
Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google voice typing:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language andinput.
3. Tap Google voice typing for options.
Settings
To enable Google voice typing:
1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard.
You may need to touch and hold Options
•
(leftofthe Space bar) to find it.
2. Speak your text.
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Delete text
For more information, see “Google Voice Typing” on page140.
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Applications
Learn how to change the way
apps are displayed, organize
apps into folders, and uninstall
or disable apps.
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Apps List
The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded.
Youcan uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view.
Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home
screens. For more information, see “Add a Shortcut to a
Home Screen” on page15.
Access Apps
You can access and launch all applications from the
Apps list.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap an app’s shortcut to launch it.
To return to the main Home screen, press the
•
Home key.
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Download and Install NewApps
Find new apps to download and install on your device.
Play Store: Download new apps from the
GooglePlay store. Visit • play.google.com/store/apps to
learn more.
Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung
•
apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices.
Visitsamsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to
learn more.
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Uninstall or Disable Apps
You can uninstall or disable apps you download and
install.
Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
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Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden
•
from view.
To uninstall or disable an app:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap Edit. Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled
display Uninstall/disable on their shortcut.
3. Tap Uninstall/disable and follow the prompts
to either uninstall or disable the app.
4. Tap Done when finished.
Applications 39 Apps List
Apps.
To enable apps after disabling them:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Applications > Application manager.
2. Tap Menu > Disabled, and then tap the app you
want to enable.
3. Tap Enable. The app is displayed again in the
Appslist.
Search for Apps
To locate an app in your Apps list:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Search.
Enter a word or words in the Search field. As
•
you type, apps that match are displayed on the
screen.
Tap an entry to launch that app.
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Organize Your Apps Use Folders to Organize Apps
App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your
own custom order.
To change the order apps are listed:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then
drag it to a new location.
3. Tap Done when finished.
To alphabetize your apps:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > A-Z.
2. Tap Save.
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Apps > Edit.
You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an Apps
list screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on
top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box
is displayed.
3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
Enter folder name: Name the folder.
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Palette: Change the folder color.
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Add: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps
•
to select them, and then tapAdd.
4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch and hold an app
•
shortcut and drag it to the folder.
5. Tap Done when finished.
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To launch apps in a folder:
► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to
launchit.
To delete a folder:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Delete folder.
Confirm when prompted.
3. Tap Done when finished.
Apps > Edit.
Add a Folder to a Home Screen
To add a folder to a Home screen:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold a folder, drag it to a Homescreen,
and then release it.
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Google Apps
Enjoy these apps from Google.
Note: Certain apps require a Google Account.
Visit google.com to learn more.
Chrome
Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs,
bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to
your mobile device.
Visit google.com/chrome/browser/mobile
about Chrome™.
Applications 42 Google Apps
to learn more
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your GoogleDocs™
andfiles.
Visit drive.google.com
GoogleDrive™.
to learn more about
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based
email service.
Visit gmail.com to learn more.
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Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and
contents of your device.
Hangouts
Meet friends and family online, share photos, host
video calls, and send SMS and Hangouts messages.
Visit hangouts.google.com to learn more.
Maps
Find your current location and get directions and other
location-based information.
Visit google.com/maps to learn more.
Note: You must enable location services to use
GoogleMaps™. For more information, see
“Location Services” on page125.
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Photos
Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your
Google Account.
Visit photos.google.com
GooglePhotos™.
to learn more about
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google
Play. You can stream them instantly or download them
for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet.
You can also view videos saved on your device.
Visit play.google.com/store/movies to learnmore.
Play Music
Play music and audio files on your device.
Visit play.google.com/music to learn more.
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PlayStore
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books,
magazines, and games in Google Play store.
Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube™ videos right from your
device.
Visit youtube.com to learn more.
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Additional Apps
There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on
your device.
CNN for Samsung
Stay informed on the latest news from around the
world, follow up-to-the-minute breaking news, catch
up on your favorite CNN shows, and watch live video in
one place.
OneDrive
Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more
in your free online OneDrive
then access from your personal computer, tablet, or
phone.
®
account, which you can
OneNote
Excel
View, create, and edit spreadsheets on your device.
Youcan unlock the full Excel® experience with an
Office 365™ subscription.
Applications 45 Additional Apps
Stay organized using text, pictures, or audio notes.
Create Quick Notes or review and edit shared OneNote
notebooks using OneDrive.
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PEN.UP
Share photos, comment on other creations, or just
browse through the pages for something to add to your
personal collection. This community brings together
anyone that uses the SPen to draw, sketch, scribble, or
paint.
PowerPoint
View, create, and edit presentations on your device. You
can unlock the full PowerPoint® experience with an
Office 365 subscription.
Samsung Kids
Samsung Kids is a monthly paid service which provides
easy access to age-appropriate activities while also
using parental security features. The Samsung Kids
subscription requires a Samsung Account and a Wi-Fi
connection in order to download and access Kids Mode
content.
Applications46 Additional Apps
Samsung+
Get live help, discover new features, and unlock
promotions for your Samsung device.
Skype
Hold video and voice calls, and send instant messages
to anyone around the world using Skype®.
Tex ture
Texture® brings the world’s greatest magazines to life
on your digital device.
Visit texture.com to learn more.
Word
View, create, and edit documents on your device. You
can unlock the full Word experience with an Office 365
subscription.
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Calculator
The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions.
Basic Operation
You can use your calculator to perform basic
operations.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator.
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. Tap Equals to view the result.
6. Tap Clear to clear the results.
Additional Functions
You can perform additional functions on your
calculator.
To clear the calculator history:
► Tap Clearhistory.
Tip: Tap Keypad to return to the calculator keys.
To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard:
► Touch and hold an entry in the display field, and
then tap
Copy.
Scientific Calculator
The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic
functions, such as sin, cos, and tan.
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Calendar
Manage your events and tasks.
Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe
Calendar View
To choose a calendar view:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap one of the following to change the view:
Yea r: Display all twelve months of this year.
•
Swipe across the screen to display another year.
Month: Display the current month. Swipe across
•
the screen to display another month. Events and
tasks are also displayed.
Week: Display the current week. Swipe across
•
the screen to display another week.
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across the screen to display another day.
Tas ks: Display all tasks.
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3. Tap Toda y to return to the current date.
Create an Event
You can use your Calendar to create events.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap Create event or task to add an event.
3. Enter details for the event, and then tapSave.
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Share an Event
You can share events you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap an event to open it.
3. Tap Share, choose a sharing method, and follow the
prompts.
Delete an Event
You can delete events you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap an event to open it.
3. Tap Delete. Confirm when prompted.
Create a Task
You can use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are
items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on
a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is
removed once you mark the task as complete.
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1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap Task s.
3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task.
4. You can choose to set the task for Tod ay, Tomorrow,
or tap Set details to set the following options:
Set date: Choose a date on the calendar for the
•
task.
My tasks: Change the calendar on which the
•
task is saved. You can change the task to an
event by tapping My calendars.
Reminder: Set a reminder alert.
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Notes: Save a note with your task.
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Priority: Assign a priority to the task.
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5. Tap Save to save the task.
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Delete a Task
You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the
day, or tap Ta sk s.
3. Tap the Checkbox by the task to mark it as
complete and remove it from the calendar.
To delete the task permanently, tap the task
•
to open it, and then tap Delete. Confirm when
prompted.
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Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap More > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Camera and Video
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9
8
7
6
1. Gallery: Open the Gallery
2. Record video: Record a video.
3. Take a picture: Take a picture.
4. Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and front
cameras.
5. Shooting mode: Change the shooting mode.
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to view photos and videos.
6. Settings: Configure other camera settings.
7. Picture size: Change the picture size (resolution and
screen ratio).
8. Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.
9. Timer: Set the camera timer.
10. Effect: Add an effect before taking a photo or video.
1
2
3
4
5
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3. Before taking the photo, you can tap the icons to
Take Pic tures
Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera.
Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic
protective covering from the camera lens.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder, compose
Applications 52 Camera and Video
your shot by aiming the camera at the subject.
While composing your picture, use the available
options or these gestures:
To zoom in or out, touch the screen with two
•
fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen.
To focus the shot, tap the screen. When you
•
tap the screen, a brightness scale is displayed.
Slide the light bulb up or down to adjust the
brightness.
access various camera options and settings.
4. Tap Take a picture to take the picture.
Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down
to take a picture. This is the default action of the
Volume key while the camera is active. You can also set
the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a
zoomkey.
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Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are
not available when taking self-portraits.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap Mode for the following options. Each section
indicates which camera (front or rear) the modes
are available for.
Both cameras
Night: Take multiple shots in various exposures
•
and combine them to create soft and rich colors.
Sound & shot: Enrich pictures by adding
•
background sounds for a few seconds.
Info: Read information about each available
•
camera mode.
More: See more options for the camera modes.
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Rear camera
Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the
•
surroundings and determine the ideal mode for
the picture.
Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity,
•
exposure value, white balance, and color tone
while taking pictures.
Panorama: Create a linear image by taking
•
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical
direction.
Continuous shot: Use this to take photos
•
continuously, four photos per second.
HDR (Rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity
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and color depth features of the device to
produce a brighter and richer picture.
Beauty face: Take a picture with lightened faces
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for gentler images.
Sports: Take fast action photos.
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Front camera
Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various
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effects, such as an airbrushed effect.
Camera Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the
icons on the main camera screen and the full camera
settings menu.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Quick settings are listed across one side of
the camera view finder. Available options vary
depending on the camera or recording mode used.
Default settings include:
Effect: Add special graphical effects.
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Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
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Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.
•
Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
•
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
pictures take up more memory.
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3. Tap Settings to configure settings for the
Camera. Available options vary depending on the
camera or recording mode used.
Both cameras
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher
•
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
videos take up more memory.
Full screen view (16:9): Preview pictures and
•
videos using the full screen.
Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help
•
composition when selecting subjects.
Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the
•
picture.
Review pictures: Set to show pictures after
•
taking them.
Storage location: Choose to store your photos
•
to your device or optional memory card
(notincluded). This only appears when an
optional memory card is installed.
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Volume keys function: Use the Volume key
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asthe camera key, the record key, or as a zoom
key.
Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
•
Front camera
Save pictures as previewed: Save the
•
self-portrait or self-recording as a reversed
(or ‘mirrored’) image.
Shooting methods (front):
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Tap to take pics: Tap the screen to take
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selfies.
Gesture control: Detect your palm and
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automatically take a picture two seconds
later.
Note: Higher resolution pictures and videos use more
memory.
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Clock
The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
From a Home screen, tap Apps >
1.
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap a tab to use a feature:
Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
•
World clock: View the time of day or night in
•
other parts of the world. World clock displays
time in hundreds of different cities, within all
24time zones around the world.
Stopwatch: Measure intervals of time.
•
Timer: Use a timer to count down to an event
•
based on a preset time length (hours, minutes,
and seconds).
Alarm
Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or
recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be
notified.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
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Time: Set a time for the alarm.
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Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm.
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Options: Tap to view and set the following
•
options:
Volum e: Drag the slider to set the volume
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of the alarm.
Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the
-
alarm.
Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and
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repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
Increasing volume: Start playing the
-
alarm tone at a low volume at an interval
before the alarm time, and slowly increase
in volume. This option is available only
when you have chosen an alarm type that
includes sound.
Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
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3.Tap Save to save the alarm.
Delete an Alarm
You can delete an alarm that you have created.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Find the alarm in the alarm list (under the
Alarmtab), and then tap Delete in the upper
right corner of the alarm entry.
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World Clock
The World clock lets you keep track of the current time
in multiple cities around the globe.
To list a city on the main World clock screen:
1. From a Home screen, tap
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap Worldclock.
A map of the world displays with the locations
•
you have added.
3. Tap a city or tap Search.
4. Tap Add city in the pop-up for the city.
5. Repeat to add more cities.
To remove a city from the World clock screen:
1. From a Home screen, tap
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap Worldclock.
Apps >
Apps >
3. Find the city to remove, and then tap Delete in
the upper right corner of the city entry.
Stopwatch
The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a
hundredth of a second.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap Stopwatch and use the following options:
Start: Begin timing.
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Stop: Stop timing.
•
Lap: Keep track of lap times.
•
Resume: Continue timing after stopping
•
theclock.
Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero.
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Timer
The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to
99hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Clock.
2. Tap Timer.
3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes,
and Seconds to set the length of the Timer.
Thefollowing options are available:
Start: Begin the Timer.
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Pause: Pause the Timer.
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Resume: Resume the Timer.
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Cancel: Stop the Timer.
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Reset: Reset the Timer.
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Contacts
Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be
synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts.
For more information on connecting with and
managing your accounts through your device,
see
“Accounts” on page131.
Manage Contacts
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts app.
To access your Contacts list:
►From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
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Find a Contact
You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one
by name.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to
find contacts that match.
– or –
Tap a letter on the side of the list to jump directly to
that letter in the alphabetical list. You can also slide
your finger across the alphabetical list to select a
letter with better precision.
Apps > Contacts.
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Tap the label to the right of an entry to
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact fields
to enter information.
Choose a storage account for the contact.
•
Youcan store the contact on the device or sync it
with an account.
Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to the
•
new contact.
Enter a name and other contact information.
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Tap Add new to enter additional entries.
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Tap Remove field to remove an entry.
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Tap More for additional fields.
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choose a label for the field (for example,
Home or Work).
3. Tap Save.
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change
or delete the information, or you can add more fields to
the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to select it, and then tap Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete
information.
4. Tap Save.
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Share a Contact
When you share a contact, the contact’s information is
sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share
a vCard using Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a
message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More > Share contact.
3. Choose whether to send the contact as a vCard file
(VCF) or as a text file.
4. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.
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Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various accounts, you
may have multiple similar entries for a single contact.
Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single
contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to select it.
3. Tap More > Link contacts.
4. Tap contacts to choose them.
5. Tap Link.
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Unlink Contacts
You can unlink a contact that you previously linked.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to select it.
3. Tap More > Manage linked contacts.
4. Tap Separate beside contacts to unlink them
from the main contact.
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact or choose multiple
contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it. You can also
tap other contacts or tap the All checkbox at the
top of the screen to select all contacts.
3. Tap Delete, and then confirm when prompted.
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Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily
accessible from other apps. Favorites are displayed
together in the Contacts app.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
You can mark contacts as Favorites.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Addto
Favorites (the star brightens).
Remove Contacts from Favorites
You can remove contacts from Favorites.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Remove
from Favorites (the star dims).
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Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your
device comes with preloaded groups, and you can
create your own. You might create a group for your
family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy
to find contacts, and you can send messages to the
members of a group.
Create a Group
You can create your own contact groups.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap Create.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
Group name: Enter a name for the new group.
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Add member: Select contacts to add to the new
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group, and then tap Done.
4. Tap Save.
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Rename a Group
You can rename a contact group.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Edit and enter a new name.
4. Tap Save.
Add Contacts to a Group
You can add contacts to a group.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts
you want to add. When finished, tapDone.
4. Tap Save.
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Send an Email to a Group
You can send an email to members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More > Send email.
4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the Allcheckbox
at the top of the screen to selectall, and then tap
Done.
Only group members that have an email address
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in their records are displayed.
5. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.
6. Type your message and tap Send.
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Delete a Group
Preset groups cannot be deleted.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap the group to delete.
3. Tap More > Delete.
4. Tap Group only to only delete the group or tap
Group and members to delete the group and the
contacts in the groups.
Contacts Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap More (next to Contacts on the left) > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Email
Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app.
To access Email:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
Configure Email Accounts
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few
steps.
1
. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your email account.
Applications 66 Email
To add an Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
2. Tap More > Settings > Add account.
3. Enter your email address and password.
The device communicates with the appropriate server
to set up your account and synchronize your email.
When complete, your email is displayed in the Inbox for
the account.
Note: To configure email account settings at any time,
tap More > Settings. Tap the email account to display
its settings.
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View Multiple Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for multiple accounts
on the Combined view screen or you can view email
accounts individually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
2. Tap Menu at the top left of the screen to view
the current account mailbox.
3. Tap the account name to view:
Combined inbox: View all email in a combined
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inbox.
[Account name]: View email for only one email
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account.
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Manage Your Inbox
There are several tools available from the Inbox screen.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
Tap a message to read and reply or forward it.
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Tap Search to search for key words in your email
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inbox.
Tap More for additional message options.
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Create and Send an Email
This section describes how to create and send an email
using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email > Compose
newmail.
2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address
or tap Add from Contacts to select a recipient
from Contacts or Groups.
If manually entering recipients, enter additional
•
recipients by separating each entry with a
semicolon (;). More recipients can be added at
any time before the message is sent.
If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap
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the contact to place a checkmark, and then tap
Done. The contact is displayed in the recipients
field.
Tap Show additional fields to add Cc and
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Bcc fields.
Applications 68 Email
3. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text.
Tap Attach to add Files, Images, Audio, and more
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to your email.
Tap More for additional email options.
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4. Review your message and tap Send.
Remove Email Accounts
To remove an email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
2. Tap More > Settings.
3. Tap the account you want to remove.
4. Tap Remove. Confirm when prompted.
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Email Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Email.
2. Tap More > Settings.
3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the
prompts.
4. Tap an account to configure specific settings for
only that account.
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Galaxy Apps
Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download
free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device.
To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > GalaxyApps.
Galaxy Essentials
Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen
apps available through Samsung Apps.
From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and download a
collection of premium content, free of charge.
Applications 70Galaxy Apps
To access Galaxy Essentials:
1. Swipe across the Home screens and locate andtap
the Galaxy Essentials widget.
2. Follow the prompts to download GalaxyEssentials
apps.
Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and
downloadapps.
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Gallery
View, edit, and manage pictures and videos.
Note: Some functions described in this section are only
available if there are images or videos in theGallery.
View Images and Videos
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When
another app, such as Email, saves an image, a
Download folder is automatically created to contain the
image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically
creates a Screenshots folder.
. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
1
2. Tap Menu in the upper left corner, and then tap
an option to choose the way items are displayed.
In Albums view, you can create albums to
•
organize your images. On the drop-down menu,
tap Albums, and then tap More > Create album.
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3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap
an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or
folder and then tap an image or video.
When viewing an image or video, you can swipe
•
left or right to view the next or previous image
or video.
Zoom In or Out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out on
an image:
Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or
•
zoom out.
Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in.
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Pinch the screen to zoom out.
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Play Videos
You can play videos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap a video to view it.
4. Tap Play video to play the video.
Image Options
You can share images, edit images, and more.
► While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see
the following options:
Auto adjust: Apply adjustments determined
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by built-in correction software.
Share: Send the image to your contacts by
•
email, social media, cloud accounts, or other
methods.
Edit: View and use the editing tools.
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Applications 72 Gallery
Delete: Delete the image from your device.
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Favorite: Mark the image as a favorite, and
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then access it from the Favorites view.
More:
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Rotate left: Rotate the picture
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counter-clockwise.
Rotate right: Rotate the picture clockwise.
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Details: View and edit information about
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the image, including the date created,
location, and properties.
Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the
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images and videos in the current folder.
Set as contact picture: Set the image as the
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photo for a contact.
Set as wallpaper: Set the image as a
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wallpaper for the Home and Lock screens.
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Share Images and Videos
You can share images and videos from your Gallery.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. In a folder, tap More > Share, select images and
videos, and then tap Share to send them to others
or share them with social network services.
– or –
While viewing a single image or video, tap
Share to send it to others or share it with social
network services.
Applications 73 Gallery
Delete Images and Videos
You can delete images and videos stored on your
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. Tap More > Edit.
4. Tap images and videos to select them, or tap the
All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all
images and videos.
5. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
– or –
When viewing a single image or video, tap
Delete.
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Internet
Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser.
Refresh: R
Access the Internet
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Internet.
Command Keys
The following commands are available:
Back o
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Home: Display your Internet Home screen.
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Bookmarks: Manage bookmarked pages, saved
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pages, and history.
More: Share, save, or bookmark a web page, open
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a new secret tab, display Internet app settings,
andmore.
Applications 74 Internet
r Back: Return to the previous page.
Forward: Go forward to a recent page.
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New tab: Open a new browser tab.
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Closetab: Close a browser tab.
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View a Web Site
To view a web site:
► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and
then tap Go on the keyboard.
To share or save the current web page:
► Tap More.
To zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom
out. Stretch the screen to zoom in.
efresh or reload the current webpage.
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Browser Tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the sametime.
To open a new tab:
► Tap
•
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New tab.
If all tabs are closed, tap New tab.
Tap a different tab to view it.
To bookmark the current web page:
1. Tap Bookmarks > Add.
2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap Save.
To open a bookmarked web page:
1. Tap Bookmarks > Bookmarks.
2. Tap a bookmark entry.
To close a tab:
► Tap
Closetab.
Bookmarks
The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Saved pages,
and History.
Save and Open Bookmarks
Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so
that you can access it quickly.
Applications 75 Internet
Saved Pages
Saving a web page stores the web page content on your
device so that you can access it offline.
To save the current web page:
► Tap More > Save web page.
To view saved web pages:
1. Tap Bookmarks > Saved pages.
2. Tap a saved page to open it in the browser.
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View History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
► Tap Bookmarks > History.
Share Pages
To share a web page address with others:
► Tap More > Share, and follow the prompts.
To turn on Secret mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Internet.
2. Tap More > Turn on Secret mode.
3. Tap Create password to protect your Secretmode
data with a password.
– or –
Tap Do not use password.
Secret Mode
Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your
browser history or search history, and leave no traces
(such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a
darker shade than the normal tab windows.
Note: Any downloaded files remain on your device after
you close the secret tab.
Applications 76 Internet
To turn off Secret mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsung folder > Internet.
2. Tap More > Turn off Secret mode.
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Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Internet.
2. Tap More > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
Applications 77 Internet
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My Files
Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and
sound clips.
To view files in My Files:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > MyFiles.
2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
File Groups
Files stored in the device are organized into the
following groups:
Recent files: View recently saved files.
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Device storage: View folders and files located on
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Applications 78 My Files
the de
vice.
SD card: View folders and files located on the
•
optional SD card (not included).
This option appears if an optional SD card is
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installed.
Download history: View all apps and files that have
•
been downloaded to the device.
Documents: View document files.
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Images: View image files.
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Audio: View audio files.
•
Videos: View video files.
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Storage usage: Tap to view memory information for
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your device.
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Recent Files Options Other Category Options
The first category by default is for recently accessed
files.
►From a Home screen, tap Apps > MyFiles >
Recent files.
Search: Search for a file or folder.
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More: Tap for the following options:
•
Edit: Edit files shown in Recent files.
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Share: Share files.
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Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent
-
files category.
Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or
-
conceal hidden files.
options become available only after one or more files
have been accessed recently.
Applications 79 My Files
Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history,
and more.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > MyFiles.
2. After tapping a category, the following options are
available:
Search: Search for a file or folder.
•
View as: Change the list style.
•
More: Tap for the following options:
•
Edit: Select files or folders.
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Share: Share files or folders.
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Create folder: Add a folder to the current
-
list. This option is displayed in Local storage
categories only. Note: The Edit, Share, and Clear recent file history
Add shortcut: Add a shortcut to the
-
MyFiles main screen. This option is
displayed in Local storage categories only.
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Sort by: Change the sort order of the files.
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Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or
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conceal hidden files.
Note: Options vary by category and folder.
Additional Options
There are additional options for selected files and
folders.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > MyFiles.
2. Tap More > Edit.
3. Tap a file or folder to select it, and select one of
these functions:
Delete: Delete files or folders.
•
Move: Move files or folders to another folder.
•
Applications 80 My Files
More: Select one of the following options:
•
Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder.
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Rename: Rename a file or folder. This option
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only appears when just one file or folder is
selected.
Add shortcut on Home screen: Add a
-
shortcut the Home screen.
Compress: Create a zip folder containing
-
the selected files. This option only appears
in Local Storage categories. A selected zip
folder has the additional options of Extract
and Extract to current folder.
Details: View details of the selected files or
-
folders.
Note: Options vary by category and folder.
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Samsung Notes
Use SamsungNotes to write and save notes on your device.
Compose a Note
You can create notes using the SamsungNotes app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
SamsungNotes.
2. Tap Create and type a note. Available options
include:
Tex t: Use the keyboard to type text.
•
Pen: Use the S Pen to write text.
•
Brush: Create a drawing.
•
Image: Insert an image into the note.
•
Voice: Use your voice to insert text into thenote.
•
3. Tap Save when finished.
Applications 81 SamsungNotes
Edit Notes
You can make edits to notes you create.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
SamsungNotes.
2. Tap a note to view it.
3. Tap the content and make edits.
4. When you are finished, tap Save.
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List/Grid view: Switch between List view and
Browse Notes
You can browse notes you create.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
SamsungNotes.
Browse note entries by swiping up or down.
•
To search for a note, tap Search.
•
•
Grid view.
Settings: View settings for the SamsungNotes
•
app.
Notes Options
You can edit, share, or manage notes.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
SamsungNotes.
2. While browsing notes, tap More options for the
following options:
Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move.
•
Sort by: Change the way notes are organized.
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Settings
Configure your device’s connections
and settings, addaccounts, and
customize Home screens, apps,
and features.
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How to Use Settings
Access Settings
There are a couple of ways to access your device
settings.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
– or –
Drag down from the Statusbar to display the
Notification panel, andthen tap Settings.
Settings 84 How to Use Settings
Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain
setting, you can use the Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Search.
Enter a word or words in the Search field. Asyou
•
type, settings that match are displayed on the
screen.
Tap an entry to go to that setting.
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Wi‑Fi
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks
(WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a wireless Access
Point(AP).
Turn Wi‑Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover
and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs.
. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
1
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi‑Fi on
oroff.
Settings 85 Wi‑Fi
Settings.
Wi‑Fi Status Indicators
Statusbar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi connection
status:
When Wi‑Fi is connected, active, and communicating
•
with a wireless Access Point,
displayed in the Status bar.
If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is
•
not connected to it, Wi‑Fi available is displayed.
It may also be displayed if there is a communication
issue with the target wireless Access Point.
Wi‑Fi active is
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Wi‑Fi Networks
To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
When Wi‑Fi is turned on, your device
•
automatically scans for available networks and
displays them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
When you select an open network, you are
•
automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
3. Tap More > Addnetwork.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
Network name: Enter the name of the Wi‑Fi
•
network.
Security: Select a security option and enter your
•
password.
Auto reconnect: Connect to this network
•
automatically whenever available.
Show advanced options: Add advanced options
•
such as IPsettings and Proxy settings.
5. Tap Connect to store the new information and
connect to your target wireless Access Point.
Manually Connect to a Wi‑FiNetwork
You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network
manually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
Settings 86 Wi‑Fi
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Advanced:
Wi‑Fi Options
The Wi‑Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of
your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
3. Tap More for options:
Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network.
•
WPS push button: Set up a connection to a
•
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other
equipment.
WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device
•
to set up a PIN‑secured connection to a Wi‑Fi
router or other equipment (not configurable).
Settings 87 Wi‑Fi
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Network notification: Receive notifications
-
when open networks in range are detected.
Keep Wi‑Fi on during sleep: Specify when
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to disconnect from Wi-Fi.
Install network certificates: Install
-
authentication certificates.
MAC address: View your device’s
-
MAC address, which is required when
connecting to some secured networks
(notconfigurable).
IP address: View your device’s IP address
-
(not configurable).
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Wi‑Fi Direct
Wi‑Fi Direct allows direct device‑to‑device connections
using Wi‑Fi, without having to connect to a Wi‑Fi
network.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi‑Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
•
3. Tap Wi‑Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans
for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices.
4. Select a device, and then follow the prompts to
complete the connection.
Settings 88 Wi‑Fi
Wi‑Fi Direct Status Indicator
Statusbar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi Direct
connection status:
When your device is connected to another device
•
using Wi‑Fi Direct, Wi‑Fi Direct is displayed in
the Status bar.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that connects your
device wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and
hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers,
printers, and wirelessdevices.
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is
approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth
on or off.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn
Bluetooth on or off.
Settings 89 Bluetooth
Bluetooth Status Indicator
Status bar icons indicate your current Bluetooth
connection status:
When Bluetooth is turnedon, Bluetooth is
•
displayed in the Status bar.
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Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device,
you can scan for nearby devices that are visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on
Bluetooth.
When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for
•
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
To manually perform a new scan, tap Scan.
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Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish
trusted connections between your device and another
Bluetooth device.
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time
process. Once a pairing is created, the devices
continue to recognize their partnership and exchange
information without having to re-enter a passcode.
Settings 90 Bluetooth
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on
Bluetooth.
Make sure that the target device is discoverable
•
so that your device can find it. Refer to the
instructions that came with the device to find
out how to set it to discoverable mode.
3. Tap the name of the target device when you see it
displayed in the Bluetooth devices section.
Your device automatically tries to pair with the
•
target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter
the passcode supplied with the target device.
Note: Due to different specifications and features
of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and
operations may be different, and functions such as
transfer or exchange may not be possible with all
Bluetooth compatible devices.
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Rename a Paired Device
Once you have paired your device to another device,
you can rename the paired device to make it easier to
recognize.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Tap Settings next to the previously paired
device, and then tap Rename.
4. Enter a new name, and tap Rename.
Settings 91 Bluetooth
Delete a Paired Device (Unpair)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two
devices no longer recognize each other. To connect
again, you have to pair the devices.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Tap Settings next to the paired device, and
thentap Unpair to delete the paireddevice.
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Airplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off
connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
While in Airplane mode, you can use other features
such as playing music, watching videos, and other
offline applications.
Enable Airplane Mode
To enable or disable Airplane mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap On/Off to enable
or disable the option.
Settings92 AirplaneMode
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