Samsung J3 V User Manual

User guide.

GalaxyJ3

verizon

SI\MSUNG

SMARTPHONE

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating

your device and keep it for future reference.

GalaxyJ3

Special Features..............................1

Direct Share .................................2

Wi-Fi Calling.................................2

Multi Window................................2

Media Volume Limiter ........................2

Getting Started.............................. 3

Front View...................................4

Back View ...................................6

Set Up Your Device .............................7

Assemble Your Device ........................8

Start Using Your Device......................12

Learn About Your Device .......................15

Navigation .................................16

Home Screen ...............................18

Customize Your HomeScreen ................19

Status Bar ................................. 25

Notification Panel...........................27

Multi Window.............................. 29

Enter Text ..................................31

Emergency Mode .......................... 34

Apps .........................................37

Use Apps .................................. 38

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Apps Settings..............................40

Calculator ................................. 43

Calendar .................................. 45

Camera and Video.......................... 48

Clock ..................................... 53

Contacts .................................. 56

Email .....................................64

Gallery ....................................67

Google Apps ............................... 70

Memo..................................... 73

Message+ ..................................75

Messages ................................. 78

My Files ....................................81

Phone..................................... 82

Voice Recorder............................. 92

Verizon Apps .............................. 94

Additional Apps............................ 97

Settings .....................................98

Access Settings ............................ 99

Connections .................................101

Wi-Fi..................................... 102

Bluetooth ................................ 106

Data Usage ............................... 107

Airplane Mode ............................ 109

Mobile Hotspot ........................... 109

Tethering..................................111

Mobile Networks...........................112

Location...................................112

Nearby Device Scanning ....................114

Connect to a Printer........................114

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Virtual Private Networks ...................115

Sounds and Vibration .........................116

Sound Mode ...............................117

Volume ...................................117

Vibration ..................................118

Easy Mute .................................118

Ringtone ..................................119

Notification Sounds ........................119

Do Not Disturb.............................119

System Sounds ........................... 120

Key-Tap Feedback......................... 120

Sound Quality and Effects ..................121

Notifications ................................122

Manage Notifications...................... 123

Smart Alert............................... 123

Display ..................................... 124

Screen Off Settings ....................... 125

Screen Brightness......................... 125

Outdoor Mode ............................ 125

Screen Mode...............................126

Screen Zoom and Font......................126

One-Handed Mode .........................127

Device Maintenance ......................... 128

Battery................................... 129

Storage .................................. 129

Language and Input ........................131

Date and Time ............................ 134

Reset .................................... 134

Factory Data Reset ........................ 135

System Updates .......................... 136

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Lock Screen andSecurity .....................137

Screen Lock Types......................... 138

Lock Screen Settings ...................... 139

Unknown Sources......................... 139

App Permission Monitor ................... 139

Encrypt Device............................ 140

Encrypt SD Card ..........................140

Set Up SIM Card Lock...................... 140

View Passwords........................... 140

Security Update Service ....................141

Device Administration......................141

Credential Storage ........................ 142

Knox Active Protection .................... 142

Advanced Security Settings ................ 143

Privacy................................... 144

Report Diagnostic Information ............. 144

Accounts ................................... 145

Add an Account ........................... 146

Backup and Reset ......................... 148

GoogleSettings........................... 148

Accessibility ................................ 149

Vision .................................... 150

Hearing ...................................151

Dexterity and Interaction ...................152

More Accessibility Settings .................152

Accessibility Services...................... 153

Other Settings .............................. 154

Dual Messenger............................155

Help ......................................155

About Phone ..............................155

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Getting Help ............................... 157

Videos ................................... 158

Simulators ............................... 158

Tips ...................................... 158

Samsung Care ............................ 158

Verizon Glossary .......................... 158

Legal ........................................ 159

Legal Information......................... 160

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Special Features

Learn about your mobile device’s special features.

Direct Share

Share content with specific people directly.

For more information, see “Direct Share” on page63.

Multi Window

Multitask by using two applications at the same time.

For more information, see “Multi Window” on page29.

Wi-Fi Calling

Make calls over Wi-Fi® when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.

For more information, see “Wi-Fi Calling” on page90.

Special Features 2

Media Volume Limiter

Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume.

For more information, see “Media Volume Limiter” on page118.

Getting Started

Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get

started usingyour new device.

Front View

Earpiece

Volume key

Proximity sensors

Front camera

Power key

Recent apps

Home key

Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Back

Proximity sensors

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Turns off the screen and disables touch

functionality when the device is in close proximity to the body.

Turns the screen back on and enables touch

functionality when the device is outside a specific range from the body.

Power key

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Press to turn the screen on or off.

Press and hold to select a power control option.

Volume key

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Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls,

notifications, and system sounds. For more information, see “Volume” on page117.

In the camera app, press a volume key to take a

photo.

Back View

Microphone

Headset jack

USB charger/Accessory port

Flash

Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Speaker

Rear camera

Microphone

Set Up Your Device

Learn how to set up your device

for the firsttime.

Assemble Your Device

Install a SIM card and an optional memory card

(notincluded), and charge your device before using.

Remove the Back Cover

Open the back cover to install the SIM card, an optional memory card, and replace the battery.

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1. Remove the back cover using the slot on the top left of your device.

2. Lift the cover up and to the right of the device.

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

Install the SIM Card

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use your previous SIM card. Contact your service provider for more details.

Warning: Small components such as SIM cards can pose a choking risk. Please be careful when handling these cards to avoid damaging them.

Note: The SIM card slot is located below the memory card slot.

► Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot

with the gold contacts facing down as shown.

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Install a Memory Card

You can also install an optional microSD™ memory

card (notincluded) to add more memory space to your

device. A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.

Note: The memory card slot is located above the SIM card slot.

► Carefully slide the memory card into the memory

card slot with the gold contacts facing down as shown.

Install the Battery Replace the Back Cover

You can install a replacement battery. Close the back cover before using the device.

1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of the device, making sure the connectors align.

2. Gently press down to secure the battery. 2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you

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1. Place the back cover onto the back of the device and press down.

have a secure seal.

Charge the Battery

Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.

Acharging head and USB cable are included with the

device for charging the battery from any standard outlet.

The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging.

Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for

your device to maximize battery life. Usingother

accessories may void your warranty and may cause damage.

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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.

While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation.

The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes too hot.

If the device heats up while charging the battery:

1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps.

2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin charging the device again.

If the lower part of the device overheats,

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check for damage to the connected USB cable. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved cable.

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Start Using Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off

The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off.

To turn the device on: ► Press and hold the Power key until the device

turnson.

To turn the device off:

1. Press and hold the Power key.

2. Tap Power off, and confirm when prompted.

Use the Setup Wizard

The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard 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.

Lock or Unlock Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.

To lock the device: ► Press the Power key.

The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.

Tochoose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Secure

Screen Lock” on page138.

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To unlock the device: ► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag

your finger across the screen.

Add a Google Account

Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully utilize its Android™ features.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

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2. Tap Settings > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Google.

Note: When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory

Reset Protection (FRP) is activated. FRP requires your

Google Account information when resetting to factory settings. For more information, see “Factory Reset Protection” on page136.

Add a Samsung Account

Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.



2. Tap Settings > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.

Add an Email Account

View and manage all of your email accounts.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.



2. Tap Settings > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Email.

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Set Up Your Voicemail



You can access your voicemail from a Home screen.



1. From a Home screen, tap Phone, and then touch and hold Voicemail.

2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.

For more information, see “Voicemail” on page89.

Learn About 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.

Navigation

Learn the basics for navigating through your device.

Touchscreen Navigation

Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touchscreen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

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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Do uble -Tap

Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them.

Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.

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Touch and Hold

Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them.

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 Homescreens

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or menu options.

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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Homescreen.

Pinch and Spread

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

Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a picture

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or a webpage.

Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in while

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viewing a picture or a web page.

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Common Options

Many of the following common options are usually available on various screens:

Moreoptions: Tap to view more menu options for

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a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share.

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Delete: Tap to select items to delete.

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Share: Tap to select items to share, and then

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choose a sharing method.

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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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Menu: Tap to view available options for the field.

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Home Screen

Status bar

App shortcuts

Primary app shortcuts

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App folder

Home screen indicator

Customize Your Home Screen

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.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Use these options to manage screens:

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To align shortcuts into a line at the top of a screen, tap Align top.

To align shortcuts into a line at the bottom of a screen, tap Align bottom.

To remove a Home screen, tap Remove.

To set a screen as the main Home screen, tap

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Main. This screen is displayed when you

press the Home key.

To change the order of screens, touch and hold a

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screen, and then drag it to a newposition.

To add a screen, swipe to the end of the screens,

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and then tap Add.

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App Shortcuts

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

To add a shortcut:

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the

optionsmenu.

3. Tap Add shortcut to Home.

To remove a shortcut:

1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the

optionsmenu.

2. Tap Remove shortcut.

Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it

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just removes the shortcut from a Home screen.

To 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 a new Home screen, and then release it.

Use Folders

You can organize App shortcuts in folders on an

Appslist screen and Home screen.

For more information, see “Create and Use Folders” on page39.

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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 and themes to customize.

3. Tap View all to see all available wallpaper images.

4. Tap an image to choose it, and then which screen you want to use it for.

5. Tap Set as wallpaper, and confirm when prompted.

Themes

Customize your device with coordinated colors, wallpapers, fonts, and app icons.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Wallpapers and themes > Themes to customize.

Tap a theme to preview and download it to

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My themes.

3. Tap View all to see downloaded themes.

4. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme.

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Icons

Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Wallpapers and themes > Icons to customize.

Tap an icon set to preview and download it to

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My icons.

3. Tap View all to see downloaded icons.

4. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set.

Icon Frames

You can show icons with shaded frames to make them

stand out on the Home screen and Appslist screen.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

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2. Tap Settings > Display > Icon frames and choose one of the following options:

Icons only: Show icons only.

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Icons with frames: Show icons with shaded

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frames.

3. Tap Done.

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Widgets

Widgets are simple application extensions that run on

a Homescreen.

To 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 Homescreen, and release it.

To remove a widget from a Home screen:

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to open the options menu.

2. Tap Remove.

Home Screen Settings

Customize your Home screens and Apps screens.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Home screen settings to customize:

Home screen layout: Set your device to have a

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Home and Apps screen, or only a Home screen where all apps are located.

Home screen grid: Choose a dimension option

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to determine how icons are arranged on the

Homescreen.

Apps screen grid: Choose a dimension option

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to determine how icons are arranged on the

Appsscreen.

Apps button: Add an apps button to the

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Homescreen for easy access to the Appsscreen.

Quick-open notification panel: Enable this

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feature to open the Notification panel from the Home screen by swiping down.

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Hide apps: Select apps to hide.

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About Home screen: View version information.

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Easy Mode

Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience.

To enable Easy mode:

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

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2. Tap Settings > Easy mode.

3. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature.

4. Tap Apply to confirm.

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