Samsung GT-i8160 (T-Mobile) User Manual

GT-I8160

user manual

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Thank you for choosing this Samsung mobile device. This device will provide you with high-quality mobile communication and entertainment based on Samsung’s exceptional technology and high standards.

This manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of your device.

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Before using your device, read the entire manual and all safety instructions to ensure safe and proper use.

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The descriptions in this manual are based on the default settings of your device.

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The images and screenshots used in this manual may differ from the actual product.

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The contents of this manual may differ from the product, or from software provided by service providers or carriers, and are subject to change without prior notice. Access the Samsung website (

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Applications on this device may perform differently from comparable computer applications and may not include all functions available in the computer version.

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Applications and their functions may vary by region or hardware specifications. Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by third-party applications.

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Please keep this manual for future reference.

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Instructional icons

Before you start, familiarise yourself with the icons used in this manual:

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information

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Refer to—pages with related information; for example:

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application list, select Settings

Sound → Device ringtone (represents Settings, followed by Sound, followed by Device ringtone)

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Trademarks

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

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The Android logo, Google Mail and Google Talk

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Bluetooth Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi CERTIFIED of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG,

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Assembling ........................................................ 10

Unpack ................................................................................................. 10

Device layout ..................................................................................... 11

Keys ........................................................................................................ 13

Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery ........................ 14

Charge the battery .......................................................................... 16

Insert a memory card (optional) ................................................ 20

Attach a hand strap (optional) ................................................... 22

Getting started .................................................. 23

Turn on or off your device ............................................................ 23

Use the touch screen ...................................................................... 24

Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys .................... 27

Get to know the Home screen ................................................... 27

Access applications ......................................................................... 32

Launch multiple applications ..................................................... 34

Customise your device .................................................................. 34

Enter text ............................................................................................. 39

Communication .................................................42

Calling ................................................................................................... 42

Messages ............................................................................................. 53

Google Mail ........................................................................................ 55

Email ...................................................................................................... 56

Talk ......................................................................................................... 59

Messenger ........................................................................................... 60

Google+ ............................................................................................... 61

Contents

Entertainment ....................................................62

Camera ................................................................................................. 62

Video Player ........................................................................................ 71

Gallery ................................................................................................... 74

Music Player ........................................................................................ 77

FM Radio .............................................................................................. 81

Music Hub ........................................................................................... 83

Game Hub ........................................................................................... 84

Personal information ........................................ 85

Contacts ............................................................................................... 85

S Planner .............................................................................................. 88

Memo .................................................................................................... 90

Voice Recorder .................................................................................. 91

Web and GPS-based services ............................ 93

Internet ................................................................................................. 93

Maps ...................................................................................................... 97

Navigation ........................................................................................... 98

Local ....................................................................................................... 99

Play Books ........................................................................................... 99

Play Movies ....................................................................................... 100

Play Music .......................................................................................... 100

Play Store ........................................................................................... 100

Samsung Apps ................................................................................ 101

YouTube ............................................................................................. 102

Voice Search ..................................................................................... 103

News & Weather ............................................................................. 104

TopApps ............................................................................................. 104

Contents

Connectivity ..................................................... 105

USB connections ............................................................................ 105

Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................... 107

Wi-Fi Direct ........................................................................................ 109

Mobile network sharing .............................................................. 110

Bluetooth ........................................................................................... 113

GPS ....................................................................................................... 115

VPN connections ............................................................................ 116

Tools ..................................................................119

Calculator .......................................................................................... 119

Clock .................................................................................................... 119

Downloads ........................................................................................ 122

My Files ............................................................................................... 122

Google ................................................................................................ 123

Voice Command ............................................................................. 124

Voice Talk ........................................................................................... 124

Mini diary ........................................................................................... 125

Polaris Office 4.0 ............................................................................. 126

Settings ............................................................ 128

Access the setting options ......................................................... 128

Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................... 128

Bluetooth ........................................................................................... 128

Data usage ........................................................................................ 128

More settings ................................................................................... 129

Sound .................................................................................................. 131

Display ................................................................................................ 131

Storage ............................................................................................... 132

Power saving mode ...................................................................... 133

Contents

Battery ................................................................................................ 133

Application manager ................................................................... 133

Location services ............................................................................ 133

Lock screen ....................................................................................... 134

Security ............................................................................................... 134

Language and input ..................................................................... 136

Backup and reset ............................................................................ 139

Add account ..................................................................................... 140

Date and time .................................................................................. 140

Accessibility ...................................................................................... 140

Developer options ......................................................................... 142

About device .................................................................................... 143

Troubleshooting .............................................. 144

Index ................................................................. 149

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Unpack

Check your product box for the following items:

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Mobile device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions that are not covered by your manufacturer's warranty.

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The items supplied with your device and available accessories may vary depending on your region or service provider.

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You can buy additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer.

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The supplied items are designed only for your device and may not be compatible with other devices.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Unapproved accessories may cause your device to malfunction.

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Device layout

Front view

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Number Function

Earpiece

Volume key

Memory card slot

Option key

Microphone

Front camera lens

Proximity sensor

Touch screen

Home key

Back key

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Rear view

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Number Function

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GPS antenna

1. Do not touch or cover the area around the antenna with your hands or other objects while using the GPS functions.

Power/Reset/Lock key

Flash

Main antenna

Headset jack

Speaker

Rear camera lens

Back cover

Multifunction jack

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Keys

Key Function

Turn on the device (press and hold);

Power/

Reset Lock

Option

Home

Access the device options (press and hold); Reset the device (press and hold for more than 10 seconds); Turn off and lock the touch screen or turn it on.

Open the list of options available on the current screen; On the Home screen, launch the search application (press and hold); Open the search input window while using some applications (press and hold).

Return to the Home screen; Open the list of recent applications (press and hold); Launch the voice talk application (press twice).

Back Return to the previous screen.

Volume Adjust the device’s volume.

1. If your device experiences fatal errors, hanging, or freezing, you may need to reset the device to regain functionality.

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Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery

When you subscribe to a cellular service, you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card, with subscription details, such as your personal identification number (PIN) and optional services. To use UMTS, or HSDPA services, you can purchase a Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) card.

Remove the back cover.

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

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

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Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured

contacts facing downwards.

Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If the memory card becomes lodged in the SIM card slot, you must take your device to a Samsung Service Centre to have the memory card removed.

Insert the battery.

Replace the back cover.

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Charge the battery

Before using the device for the first time or when the battery has been unused for an extended period, you must charge the battery. You can charge the battery with a travel adapter or by connecting the device to a computer with a USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables may cause batteries to explode or damage your device.

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When your battery is low, the device will emit a warning tone and show a low battery message. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.

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If the battery is completely discharged, you cannot turn on the device, even with the travel adapter connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a while before you try to turn on the device.

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If you use multiple applications at once, network applications, or applications that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use these applications after fully charging the battery.

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Charge with a travel adapter

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Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the

multifunction jack.

Connecting the travel adapter improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

Plug the large end of the travel adapter into an electrical

socket.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen may not function. If this happens, unplug the travel adapter from the device.

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The device may heat up while charging. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance.

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

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When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the travel

adapter from the device, and then from the electrical socket.

Do not remove the battery while the device is connected to the travel adapter. Doing so may damage the device.

To save energy, unplug the travel adapter when not in use. The travel adapter does not have a power switch, so you must unplug the travel adapter from the electrical socket when not in use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electrical socket while charging.

About the battery charging icons

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

Charging Fully charged

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Charge with a USB cable

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Before charging, ensure that your computer is turned on.

Plug the small end (micro-USB) of the USB cable into the

multifunction jack.

Plug the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on a

computer.

Depending on the type of the USB cable you are using, it may take some time before charging begins.

When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the USB

cable from the device, and then from the computer.

Reduce the battery consumption

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

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Activate Power saving mode.

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When you are not using your device, switch to Sleep mode by pressing the Power key.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

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Insert a memory card (optional)

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

Samsung uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may not be fully compatible with your device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage your device or the memory card. It may also corrupt data saved on the memory card.

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Your device supports only the FAT file structure for memory cards. If you insert a memory card formatted with a different file structure, your device will ask you to reformat the memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data will shorten the lifespan of your memory cards.

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When you insert a memory card into your device, the memory card’s file directory will appear in the extSdCard folder.

Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of the

device.

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts

facing upwards.

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Push the memory card into the memory card slot until it

locks in place.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

Remove a memory card

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Ensure that the device is not currently accessing the memory card.

In the application list, select

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Unmount SD card

Open the cover of the memory card slot on the side of the

device.

Push the memory card gently until it disengages from the

device.

Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

Do not remove a memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card or device.

Format a memory card

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Formatting your memory card on a computer may cause incompatibilities with your device. Format the memory card only on the device.

In the application list, select Settings

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SD card

Format SD card → Erase everything.

OK.

Settings → Storage →

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Storage → Format

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

Attach a hand strap (optional)

Remove the back cover.

Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the

small projection.

Replace the back cover.

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Getting started

Turn on or off your device

Press and hold the Power key.

Enter the PIN supplied with your SIM or USIM card and

select OK (if necessary).

If you are turning on your device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. You must sign in to Google or create a Google account to use applications that interact with the Google server.

To turn off your device, press and hold the Power key, and

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then select Power off

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

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To use only your device’s non-network features, switch to Flight mode. ► p. 129

OK.

Getting started

Use the touch screen

Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen.

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Do not press the touch screen with your fingertips, or use sharp tools on the touch screen. Doing so may damage the touch screen or cause it to malfunction.

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

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with liquids. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to liquids.

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

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For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device.

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Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches from sharp objects, such as a stylus or pen.

Getting started

Control your touch screen with the following actions:

Tap

Touch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application.

Tap and hold

Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds.

Drag

Tap an item and move it to a new location.

Double-tap

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

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Flick

Briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens.

Pinch

Place two of your fingers far apart, and then pinch them together.

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Your device turns off the touch screen when you do not use it for a specified period. To turn on the screen, press the Power key or the Home key.

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You can set the length of time that the device waits before turning off the screen. In the application list,

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select Settings

Display → Screen timeout.

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Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys

When you do not use the device for a specified period, your device turns off the touch screen and locks the touch screen and the keys automatically to prevent unintended operations. To lock the touch screen and the keys manually, press the Power key.

To unlock them, turn on the screen by pressing the Power key or the Home key, and then flick your finger in any direction.

You can activate the screen lock feature to prevent others from using or accessing your personal data and information saved in your device.

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Get to know the Home screen

From the Home screen, you can view your device’s status and access applications.

The Home screen has multiple panels. Scroll left or right to view the panels on the Home screen. You can also select one of the dots at the bottom of the screen to move directly to the corresponding panel.

Indicator icons

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Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider.

Icon Definition

No signal

Signal strength

Getting started

Icon Definition

Connected to GPRS network

Connected to EDGE network

Connected to HSDPA network

Wi-Fi AP connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS-based services in use

Missed call

Connected to computer

No SIM or USIM card

New message

Alarm activated

Roaming (outside of service area)

Silent mode activated (vibrate)

Silent mode activated (mute)

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

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Use the notifications panel

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To open the notifications panel, tap the indicator icons area and drag it downwards. To hide the panel, drag the bottom of the panel upwards.

From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current status and use the following options:

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: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature. ► p. 107

Wi-Fi GPS

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature. ► p. 115

Sound

: Activate or deactivate Silent mode. You can mute

your device or set it to vibrate in Silent mode.

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Screen rotation

: Allow or prevent the interface from

rotating when you rotate the device.

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Bluetooth

► p. 113

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Mobile data

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Power saving

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Sync

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

: Activate or deactivate the data connection.

: Activate or deactivate Power saving mode.

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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

Move an item on the Home screen

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

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Remove an item from the Home screen

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Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to the rubbish bin.

Customise the quick access panel

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You can customise the quick access panel at the bottom of the Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts.

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To remove an application icon, tap and hold the icon, and then drag it to the rubbish bin.

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To add an application shortcut, tap and hold a new application shortcut on the Home screen, and then drag it to the empty location.

Add or remove a panel from the Home screen

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You can add or remove Home screen panels to organise widgets.

On the Home screen, place two fingers on the screen and

pinch them together to switch to Edit mode.

Add, remove, or reorganise panels:

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To remove a panel, tap and hold the panel’s thumbnail image, and then drag it to the rubbish bin.

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To add a new panel, select

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