Samsung S6 Active User Manual

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SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.
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Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity. For more information, please call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP68 rating, which tests submersion up to 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes.
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All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights, software, computer programs, and related documentation and other works of authorship. You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software. No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable rights of the Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.
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SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER MAY NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS.
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IF YOUR CARRIER PROHIBITS THIS, IF YOU ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE DEVICE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON THE SCREEN THAT UNAUTHORIZED SOFTWARE HAS BEEN DETECTED. YOU SHOULD THEN POWER DOWN THE DEVICE AND CONTACT YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE THE DEVICE TO THE CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.
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Address:
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Swype and the Swype logos are trademarks of Swype, Inc.
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Internet Address:
www.samsung.com
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Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.
Your phone is designed to make it easy for you to access a wide variety of content. For your protection, AT&T wants you to be aware that some applications that you enable may involve the location of your phone being shared. For applications available through AT&T, AT&T offers privacy controls that let you decide how an application may use the location of your phone and other phones on your account. However, AT&T’s privacy tools do not apply to applications available outside of AT&T. Please review the terms and conditions and the associated privacy policy for each location-based service to learn how location information will be used and protected.
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Your phone may be used to access the Internet and to download, and/or purchase goods, applications, and services from AT&T or elsewhere from third parties. AT&T provides tools for you to control access to the Internet and certain Internet content. These controls may not be available for certain devices which bypass AT&T controls.
AT&T may collect certain types of information from your device when you use AT&T services to provide customer support and to improve its services. For more information on AT&T’s Privacy Policy, visit
www.att.com/privacy.
Online Legal Information
The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at:
English
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
The online version of the End User Licensing Agreement for your device can be found online at:
www.samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4.
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Table of Contents

Getting Started .................................................................1
Front View ........................................................................... 2
Back View ........................................................................... 3
Assemble Your Device ............................................... 4
Set Up Your Device ......................................................6
Set Up Accounts on Your Device ........................ 7
Know Your Device .........................................................8
Home Screen....................................................................9
Status Bar .........................................................................12
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ..................13
Notification Panel .........................................................14
Multi Window ..................................................................15
Enter Text ..........................................................................17
Calling...................................................................................... 19
Make and Answer Calls ...........................................20
Applications ...................................................................... 24
Apps Screen ...................................................................25
Google Applications ..................................................27
Memo ..................................................................................50
Messages .........................................................................51
Music Player ....................................................................53
My Files ..............................................................................54
S Health .............................................................................56
S Voice ...............................................................................57
Video Player ....................................................................58
Voice Recorder ..............................................................59
Settings .................................................................................. 60
How to Use Settings ..................................................61
Wi-Fi Settings ..................................................................62
Bluetooth ...........................................................................64
Airplane Mode ...............................................................66
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering ..............................67
Data Usage ......................................................................69
Mobile Networks ...........................................................70
NFC and Payment .......................................................71
More Connection Settings ......................................72
Sounds and Notifications ........................................74
AT&T Applications .......................................................29
Other Applications ......................................................31
Activity Zone ...................................................................33
Calculator ..........................................................................34
Calendar ............................................................................35
Camera and Video ......................................................37
Clock ....................................................................................40
Contacts .............................................................................41
Email ....................................................................................44
Galaxy Apps ...................................................................45
Gallery ................................................................................. 46
Internet ................................................................................48
Display Settings ............................................................77
Motions and Gestures...............................................79
Applications Settings .................................................80
Wallpaper Settings ......................................................82
Themes ...............................................................................83
Lock Screen and Security ......................................84
Privacy and Safety .......................................................88
Easy Mode .......................................................................90
Accessibility .....................................................................91
Accounts ............................................................................93
Backup and Reset.......................................................94
Active Key .........................................................................95
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Language and Input Settings ...............................96
Battery ................................................................................. 98
Storage ...............................................................................99
Date and Time Settings ........................................ 100
Help ................................................................................... 101
About Your Device ................................................... 102
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Getting Started

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

Earpiece
Status light
Active key
Volume keys
Proximity and gesturesensors
Front camera
Power/Lock key
Recent apps key
Active key: Quickly launch features or
applications with one touch.
Back key: Press to return to the previous screen,
or to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
Earpiece: Listen to a call.
Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
Home key: Press to return to the Home screen.
Proximity and gesture sensors: Detects the
presence of objects near the device.
Recent apps key: Press to display recent apps or
press and hold for home screen options.
Home key
Back key
Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick access to Airplane Mode and Emergency Mode.
Status light: Displays red when charging or the battery is low, blue when a notification has arrived or you are voice recording, and green when fully charged.
Volume keys: Press to adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio.
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Back View

Infrared transmitter
Microphone
Back camera
SIM tray
Speaker
Headset jack
Flash
Heart rate sensor
Microphone
Back camera: Take pictures and record videos.
Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light
environments when taking a photo or recording video.
Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
Heart rate sensor: When using the S Health app,
this sensor measures your heart rate via your fingertip.
USB charger/ Accessoryport
Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices
using infrared light.
Microphone: Records audio and detects voice
commands.
SIM tray: The tray that holds the SIM card. For
more information, see Install the SIM Card.
Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional accessories (not included) .
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Assemble Your Device

This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children.
Charge the Battery
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging charger that came with your phone. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive FastCharging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
1. Insert the USB 2.0 cable into the port.
1. Carefully pull the SIM card tray out of the slot.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is notdetected.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standardoutlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device.
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When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
► For a quick check of your battery level, view
the battery charge indicator located in the upper-right corner of your device’s display. A solid color (
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.
) indicates a full charge.
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Set Up Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the
device starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the Device options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off.
3. On the window that appears, tap POWER OFF.
Note: If your device is not responding, press and hold both the Power and Volume Down keys simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart the device.
Configure Your Phone
When you first turn on your phone, you will need to set up a few things.
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.
► To lock the device, press the Power/Lock key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
► To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock
key or Home key, and then touch and drag your finger across the screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see Set a Screen Lock.
1. As each screen is displayed, follow the instructions on each screen to set up that particular feature.
2. Tap NEXT, SKIP, or L ATER to progress to the next screen.
Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of on-screen items to improve accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly three times (triple-press).
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Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Google Account
Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, GoogleHangouts, and the Google Play store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google account, or create a new GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google account or set up your Google account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. Formore information, see Accounts.
► From a Home screen, tap
> PERSONAL tab > Accounts > Add account > Google.
Apps > Settings
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account, or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. Formore information, see Accounts.
► From a Home screen, tap
> PERSONAL tab > Accounts > Add account > Samsungaccount.
Apps > Settings
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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 non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
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Home Screen

Notification icons
Widget
Home screen indicator
App shortcuts
Status icons
Status Bar
Apps folder
Apps screen
Apps folder: For your convenience, there are
several applications that are grouped into a folder on the main Home screen.
Apps screen: Allows quick access to all of your
applications.
App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite
applications.
Home screen indicator: Indicates which
Homescreen is presently displayed. Swipe across the screen to the right to open My Magazine.
Notification icons: Display new messages and
emails, notifications, available software updates, and so on.
Status Bar: Displays device status icons (right)
and notification icons (left).
Status icons: Display information about the
device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, the time, and so on.
Widget: Self-contained application that runs on
the Home screen (not shortcuts) .
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The Home screen is the starting
Wallpapers
point for using your device.
Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, andusing wallpapers.
Manage Home Screens
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens in a different order.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the
screens, and then tap Add.
Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a
screen, and then drag it to
Set a screen as the main Home screen:
Tap Main home screen at the top of a screen. This screen displays when you press the Home key.
Change the order of screens: Touch and
hold on a screen, and then drag to a new position.
Flipboard Briefing: Scroll to the left of the
screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen. To activate this feature, tap the checkbox at the top center of the screen.
Remove.
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.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers.
For details on viewing and changing wallpapers, see Wallpaper Settings.
To access Wallpaper settings:
► From a Home screen, tap
> PERSONAL tab > Wallpaper.
Apps > Settings
Widgets
Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a Homescreen. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and manyothers.
Add a Widget to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Widgets.
3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen, and then release it.
Remove a Widget
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to releaseit.
2. Drag the widget to
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widget from the Home screen.
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Themes
Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your phone.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Themes.
For details on viewing and changing themes, see Themes.
Remove a Shortcut
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.
2. Drag the app shortcut to releaseit.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
Remove and
Folders
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.
To access Theme settings :
► From a Home screen, tap
> PERSONAL tab > Themes.
Apps > Settings
Screen Grid
Change the number of icons that can be placed on each Home screen by changing the Screen grid dimensions.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Screen grid.
3. Tap a dimension option to preview its appearance. The numbers indicate how many icons can be placed horizontally by how many icons can be placed vertically.
Create a Folder
You can create app folder on a Home screen.
1. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears.
2. Release the app icon to create the folder.
Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the
folder.
Tap Palette to change the color
(ifdesired).
3. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch an hold an app icon
and drag it to the folder.
Remove a Folder from a Home Screen
1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.
2. Drag the folder to
Remove and release it.
4. Tap APPLY to apply the selected dimensions.
App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.
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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 is fully charged.
Battery is low.
Battery is charging.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Mute mode is enabled.
Notification Icons
Missed call.
Call in progress.
Call is on hold.
Call is using speakerphone.
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New voicemail message has been received.
New text or multimedia message has arrived.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Signal strength.
Wi-Fi is active.
No wireless network is available.
NFC (Near-Field Communication) is enabled.
File is being uploaded or sent.
Location service (GPS) is active.
App updates are available from the Google Play store.
App updates are complete.
Keyboard is in use.
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Navigation, Motions, and Gestures

Touchscreen Navigation
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
Tap the on screen keyboard to enter characters
ortext.
Tap an item to select it.
Tap an app icon to launch the application.
Touch and Hold
Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold gesture.
Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to
move it.
Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu
of options.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.
Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while
viewing a picture or a webpage.
Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while
taking a picture.
Motions and Gestures
Control your device by making specific gestures with your hand above the device’s screen. For details, see Motions and Gestures.
To access the Motions and Gestures settings:
► From a Home screen, tap
> DEVICE tab > Motions and gestures.
Apps > Settings
Swipe or Slide
To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
Swipe the screen to scroll through the
Homescreens or menu options.
Drag
To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location.
Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a
Homescreen.
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Notification Panel
Quick settings
Adjust screen
brightness
Tap notification to
launch app or view
detail
Settings
Clear all notifications
Notification icons on the StatusBar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the NotificationPanel.
View the Notification Panel
1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the Notification Panel.
2. Scroll down the list to see notification details.
Tap an item to open it.
To clear a single notification, drag the
notification left or right. Tap Clear to clear all notifications.
3. To close the Notification Panel, swipe upward from the bottom of the screen or press the
Backkey.
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:
► On the Notification Panel, swipe left or right
across the visible icons.
To customize the Quick settings that appear:
► On the Notification Panel, tap EDIT.
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Multi Window

Window controls
Multi-task by using multiple applications at the same time.
Activate Multi Window
Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other.
Note: Multi window is not available for all apps.
1. From any screen, press and hold the
Recentapps key.
2. If you are currently using an app that supports Multi window, tap an app to add in split screen, or tap two new apps to open in split view.
You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multiwindow view:
1. Press the
2. Recently used apps that support Multiwindow have a the Multiwindow icon in the title bar to launch the application in Multiwindow view.
3. Other recently used apps that support Multiwindow appear below the launched app. Tap the app icon to add it to the Multiwindow view.
Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon.
Recentapps key.
Multiwindow icon in the title bar. Tap
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Window Controls
Select an application window and tap Controlin the middle of the window border.
Control Buttons
Switch windows: Switch locations between
Multi window applications.
Drag and drop content: Move items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature.
Minimize window: Minimize the selected app window. This turns the app into a circular, movable icon that can be opened by tapping on it.
Maximize window: Open the selected window in full screen view.
Close app: Close the selected application.
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Enter Text

Use the SamsungKeyboard
Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive Text
Options key
Special Keys
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung Keyboard:
1. From a Home screen, tap > SYSTEM tab > Language and input.
2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options.
Apps > Settings
Using Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, speak your text input.
Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
Touch and hold the Options key to:
Use Google Voice Typing.
Access the clipboard.
Insert emoticons.
Change the layout of the keyboard.
Access keyboard settings.
Predic ti ve Tex t
Predictive text suggest words matching your text entries, and, optionally, completes common words automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, email, and social networking sites — improving its accuracy of predicting your text entries.
1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google voice
typing. You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
2. Speak your text.
Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google Voice Typing:
1. From a Home screen, tap > SYSTEM tab > Language and input.
2. Tap Google voice typing for options.
Apps > Settings
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Use Swype
Swype is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus from letter to letter, lifting your finger between words.
Enable and Configure Swype
To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text:
1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward to display the Notification Panel.
2. Tap Select keyboard.
3. Tap Swype.
Configure Swype
To customize Swype:
1. From a Home screen, tap > SYSTEM tab > Language and input.
2. Tap Swype for options.
Apps > Settings
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Calling

Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
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Make and Answer Calls

Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call.
Make a Call
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap
Note: If the keypad does not appear, tap the
Keypad icon.
Quickly Dial a Number from YourContactList
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap CONTACTS tab.
2. While viewing your contact list, swipe your finger across a contact to the right call the contact.
Phone >
Dial a Recent Number
Dial.
End a Call
► When you are ready to end your call, tap End.
Answer a Call
When a call is received the phone rings and displays the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the contacts list.
► At the incoming call screen:
Touch and drag Answer to the right to
answer the call.
Touch and drag Reject to the left to reject
the call and send it to your voicemail.
Touch and drag REJECT CALL WITH
MESSAGE upward, and select a message.
If you are using an app, a popup screen appears for the incoming call.
► On the incoming call popup screen:
Tap Answer to answer the call.
Tap Reject to reject the call and send it to
your voicemail.
Tap REJECT CALL WITH MESSAGE and
select a message.
All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap LOG. A list of recent calls is displayed.
3. Tap an entry, and then tap
Phone.
Call.
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Tap Expand to exit the app and view the
main incoming call screen.
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Multitask While On a Call
Place a New Call While on a Call
If you exit the call screen and return to a Homescreen, your active call is indicated by the
Active call icon on the Status Bar.
This lets you continue with your current call and do something else, such as access the contacts list, view a recent email, locate a picture, and so on.
To return to the call screen:
► Swipe the Status Bar downward to reveal
the Notification Panel, and then tap the Call notification.
To end a call from any application:
► Swipe the Status Bar downward to reveal the
Notification Panel, and then tap
End call.
Options During a Call
Your phone provides a number of functions that you can use during a call.
If your service plan supports this feature, you can make another call while a call is in progress.
1. From the active call, tap second call.
2. Dial the new number and tap the call is answered:
Tap Swap to switch between the two calls.
Tap Merge to hear both callers at once
(multiconferencing).
Add call to dial the
Dial. When
Call Waiting
If your service plan supports this feature, you can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone.
To answer a new call while you have a call in progress:
1. Slide new call.
Answer in any direction to answer the
Adjust the Call Volume
► Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease
the volume.
– or –
Tap volume to the incoming audio.
Extra volume to quickly add more
Listen with the Speaker or BluetoothHeadset
Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetoothheadset (not included).
► Tap
speaker.
– or –
Tap (notincluded).
Speaker to hear the caller using the
Bluetooth to use a Bluetooth headset
2. Tap an option:
Put [caller] on hold to place the previous
caller on hold while you answer the new incoming call.
Merge with [caller] to add the new caller to
the current call.
End call with [caller] to end the previous call
and answer the new call.
3. Tap the previous On hold number entry and select This places the new caller on hold and activates the previous call.
Swap to switch between the two calls.
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Call Log
Use Speed Dial to Make a Call
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap LOG. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.
Phone.
Save a Recent Call to Your Contacts List
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > LOG.
2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your contacts list.
3. Tap CREATE CONTACT.
– or –
If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap UPDATE EXISTING.
Delete a Call from the Call Log
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > LOG.
You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number.
To make a call using Speed Dial:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Touch and hold the Speed dial number.
If the Speed dial number is more than 1 digit long, enter the first digits, then hold the last digit.
Phone.
Create a Speed Dial
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone > CO NTACTS .
2. Tap MORE > Speed dial. The Speed dial screen displays showing the numbers 1 through 100. Number 1 is reserved for voicemail.
3. Tap an unused number (Add contact).
4. Tap a contact to assign to the number. Theselected contact displays in the Speed dial number box.
2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
3. Tap DELETE.
Add a Call to the Reject List
By adding a caller to your Reject list, future calls from this number will be sent directly to your voicemail.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Reject list.
3. Tap MORE > Add to Auto reject list.
Phone > LOG.
To remove a Speed Dial number assignment:
1. From a Home screen, tap CO NTACTS .
2. Tap MORE > Speed dial.
3. Find the contact to remove from Speed dial and tap
Remove.
Apps > Phone >
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Make an Emergency Call
The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a one-tap process.
Note: This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode.
Make an Emergency Call without a SIMCard
Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency call with the phone; normal cell phone service is not available.
1. From a secured Lock screen, tap the phone icon, and swipe outward.
1. Tap EMERGENCYCALL.
2. Enter 911 and tap
3. Complete your call. During this type of call, you will have access to the Speaker mode, Keypad, and End Call features.
Dial.
Make an Emergency Call with a SIM Card
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter the emergency number (such as 911), then tap
Dial.
Call Settings
To access the Call settings menu:
► From a Home screen, tap
Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Applications > Phone.
Phone > MORE >
Apps > Settings
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Applications

The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself.
Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
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Apps Screen

The Apps screen shows all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can 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.
Access Applications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it.
3. To return to the main Home screen, press the Home key.
Download and Install NewApps
Uninstall or Disable Apps
You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install.
Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden
from view.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap EDIT. Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled show
3. Tap uninstall or disable the app.
4. When you are finished, tap DONE.
Remove and follow the prompts to either
Remove on their icon.
Apps.
Organize Your Apps
The Apps icons can be organized into folders and rearranged in your own custom order.
Find new apps to download and install on your device:
Play Store: Download new apps
from the Google Play 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. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more.
Change the Order Apps Are Listed
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap EDIT.
3. Touch and hold an app icon or folder and drag it to the location you want.
4. Tap DONE when finished.
To arrange apps in alphabetical order:
► From a Home screen, tap
Apps > A-Z.
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Use Folders to Organize Apps
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > EDIT.
2. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears.
3. Release the app icon to create the folder.
Tap Enter folder name to name the folder.
Tap the Palette icon to change the color
(if desired).
4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch an hold an app icon
and drag it to the folder.
5. Tap DONE when you are finished.
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Google Applications

Enjoy these applications from Google.
Note: Certain applications require a Google account. Visit google.com to learn more.
Chrome
Use Google Chrome to 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 to learn more.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs and files.
Google Now
Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that appear when you need them.
Visit google.com/landing/now to learn more.
► Press and hold the Home key.
Note: When Google Now is enabled, you can also access it by tapping
Google.
Google Settings
Quickly and easily change Google app settings to suit your preferences.
Note: You must be signed in to the application you want to configure. For example, sign in to Google+ to configure Google+ settings.
Visit drive.google.com to learn more.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service.
Visit gmail.com to learn more.
Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device.
Google+
Stay connected and share with Google+. Chat with friends and family, post photos, and see what others are sharing.
Visit google.com/mobile/+ to learn more.
Hangouts
Hangouts is an online place to meet friends and family, share photos, and host video calls.
Visit google.com/hangouts to learn more.
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Maps
Play Music
Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, and other location-based information.
Visit google.com/maps to learn more.
Note: You must enable location services to use Maps. See Location.
Photos
This application automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google+ account.
Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find millions of free e-books and hundreds of thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn more.
With Google Play Music, you can play music and audio files on your device.
Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn more.
Play Newsstand
Subscribe to your favorite magazines to read on your device at your leisure.
Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand to learn more.
PlayStore
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play store.
Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.
Voice Search
Play Games
Discover hundreds of games for download and purchase through the Google Play store.
Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.
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/about/movies to learn more.
Use voice commands to search the web with Google.
Wallet
Google Wallet lets you use your phone to buy from stores, websites, and to send money.
Visit google.com/wallet/ to learn more.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos right from your device.
Visit youtube.com to learn more.
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AT&T Applications

Enjoy these applications from AT&T.
Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid subscription. Visit att.com to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional information.
AT&T FamilyMap
AT&T FamilyMap provides peace of mind by being able to conveniently locate a family member from your wireless device or PC and know that your family’s location information is secure and private.
FamilyMap requires a paid subscription. Visit att.com/familymap for more information or contact your AT&T Customer Service Representative.
AT&T Live
Access AT&T Live/Yahoo! on the Internet.
AT&T Locker
AT&T Locker allows you to store, share, and sync all of your photos, videos, and documents in one safe, convenient place: the AT&T cloud.
AT&T Mail
Instantly get your mail anytime, anywhere. Read, respond to, and organize your messages quickly, whether you are at home or on the go.
AT&T Mobile Locate
With the AT&T Mobile Locate app you can access the Mobile Protection Pack and with a paid subscription, replace your phone if it is lost or damaged, locate your phone if it is lost, and receive backup and phone support.
In order to take advantage of the AT&T Mobile Locate application, you must purchase the Mobile Protection Pack within 30 days of purchase/activation of a new device. For more information, see
att.com/mpp.
AT&T Navigator
AT&T Navigator provides you with access to real-time GPS-driven applications. These programs not only allow you to achieve turn-by-turn navigation, but also access local searches.
Note: You must have a data plan to use this feature. These services require the purchase of a subscription.
AT&T Ready2Go
AT&T Ready2Go allows you to quickly and easily setup your device by using the web browser on your PC. You can set-up email accounts, import contacts, set wallpaper, configure Wi-Fi and many more features.
AT&T Smart Wi-Fi
With AT&T Smart Wi-Fi, you can maximize your battery performance, simplify access to AT&T Hot Spots and Wi-Fi networks, automate your Wi-Fi connections, and track your data use.
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Caller Name ID
Usage Manager
Subscribe to Caller Name ID to identify unknown callers by name, picture, city, and state.
Caller Name ID requires a subscription.
Device Help
Device Help provides online information to help with your device questions.
Digital Life
Help protect and manage your home from your phone.
DriveMode
With the AT&T DriveMode application, you can set your phone to auto reply when you are driving and do not want to answer the phone. You can auto reply to messages, emails, and phone calls. You can also allow up to five of your contacts to contact you while using DriveMode.
This is a shortcut to your Datausage settings for managing your mobile data usage.
For more information, see Data Usage.
Visual Voicemail
Use Visual Voicemail to review and manage your voicemail messages directly from your phone without dialing into voicemail. You can also see a list of your messages on your phone and select which ones you want to play, call back, share, delete, or save.
Mobile TV
Mobile TV is a subscription service that allows you to watch your favorite TV shows using your handset.
myAT&T
The myAT&T application allows you to manage your AT&T account. You can review and pay your bill, check minutes and data usage, upgrade to a new device, or change your plan.
Smart Limits
Smart Limits is a family smartphone manager that helps you set limits on purchases and texts, block data and phone numbers, and view phone activity.
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Other Applications

Amazon
Shop at Amazon.com from your device.
Games
Play full version games for free. Use Wild Coins to rent or buy games and in-game items. Enjoy new games every week.
Hancom Office 2014
Opens and manages Hancom Office Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) documents.
Keeper
Keeper is a secure password manager for your device and work seamlessly across your mobile phones, tablets, computers, and web browsers.
Lookout
Milk
Exclusive to Galaxy owners, Milk Music is a radio service that gives you more of the music you love, curated by top DJs and industry pros and all for free.
Milk Video
Exclusive to Galaxy owners, Milk Video helps you discover and share the most talked about videos.
OneNote
You can stay organized using text, pictures, or audio notes. Create Quick Notes or review and edit shared OneNote notebooks using OneDrive.
Skype
Use free Skype to hold video and voice calls, as well as send instant messages to anyone around the world. Just open the app and start using it.
Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options, such as anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service.
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Peel Smart Remote
Peel Smart Remote lets you control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as ON/OFF function, channel navigation, and volume control from the same Samsung device you already know.
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Uber
An entirely new and modern way to travel is at your fingertips. Uber is your private driver in more than 130 cities and30countries.
YP
The Yellow Pages Mobile application provides quick and ready access to businesses, map locations, and storage of your favorite searches. Use YP to touch into local businesses, locations, and events, and connect to your search in real-time.
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Activity Zone

Enjoy the outdoors even when you only have one hand free.
With a compass, a stopwatch, and more, Activity Zone makes being outside easier.
To launch all your outdoor activity-related features, all on one application screen:
1. Press the Active key on the side of your device.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
ActivityZone.
The Activity Zone screen is displayed.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to use each feature. The following features are available:
Apps >
3. Tap MORE for more options.
Terms and conditions: View the terms and
conditions for the Active Zone.
Active key setting: Customize the Active key
by assigning shortcuts for long and short presses, and enabling access on the lock screen.
Weather: View weather conditions for you
current location or a selected location.
Barometer: Displays your elevation and
atmospheric pressure.
S Health: This is a shortcut to the S Health
app. For more information, see S Health.
Compass: Displays the compass heading
that your device is pointing to and also your latitude and longitude.
Flashlight: Allows you to use your device as
a flash light. You can also set it to blink and adjust the brightness.
Stopwatch: Allows you to use your device
as a stopwatch. You can also set multiple lap times.
Tap a Milk station to play recommended music
while doing an activity.
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Calculator

The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions.
Basic Operation
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. To view the result, tap the
Equals key.
Additional Functions
To clear the results:
► Tap
To clear the calculator history:
► Tap HISTORY > CLEARHISTORY.
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.
Clear.
Scientific Calculator
Turn the device landscape to use advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan.
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Calendar

Manage your calendar events and tasks.
Create an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap
3. Enter details for the event, and then tapSAVE.
Add to add an event.
Delete an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap an event to view it, and then tap DELETE.
Create a Task
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.
1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.
2. Tap the drop down menu in the top left corner
(by default, the Month and Year are shown) and tap Tasks.
3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task.
4. You can choose to set the task for TODAY,
TOMORROW, or tap the and set the following options:
Due date: Tap the ON/OFF switch to select a
date on the calendar for the task.
Reminder: Tap to set a reminder alert.
Apps >
Expand icon to view
Share an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap an event to view it.
3. Tap SHARE and tap a sharing format.
4. In the Share as window, tap a sharing method
and follow the prompts.
Notes: Tap to save a note with your task.
Priority: Tap to assign a priority to the task.
5. Tap SAVE to save the task.
Delete a Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for
the day, or select Tasks from the drop down menu.
3. Tap the checkbox by the task to mark it as
complete and remove it from the calendar.
4. To delete the task permanently, tap the task to
open it, and then tap DELETE.
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Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
Apps >
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Camera and Video

Show/Hide
Quick settings
View pictures and videos in the Gallery
Record video
Quick settings
Camera settings
Take Pictures
Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Note: You can also press the Home key twice from any screen to access the Camera if Quick Launch is enabled.
2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder,
compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options or these gestures:
Apps > Camera.
Take a picture
Switch between the front and back cameras
Change shooting mode
3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can touch onscreen icons to access various camera options and settings.
4. Tap
Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down to take a picture. This is the default action of the Volume key. You can also set the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a zoom key.
Capture to take the picture.
Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch
or spread them on the screen to zoom in and out.
Tap the screen to focus on the area you
touched.
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Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Modes differ by which camera is active (front or rear facing).
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap MODE to view the following options. Each section indicates which camera (front or rear) the modes are available for.
Apps > Camera.
Both cameras
Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of
objects.
Download: Download additional shooting
modes from the Galaxy Apps store.
Camera Settings
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.
Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures
after they have been taken. You can focus on subjects near to the camera, far away from the camera, or both.
Panorama: Create a linear image by taking
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction.
Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame
rate for viewing in slow motion. You can play a specific section of each video in slow motion after recording it.
Fast motion: Record videos for viewing in
fast motion. You can play a specific section of each video in fast motion after recording it.
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:
Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash
(rear camera only).
Beauty: Take a picture with lightened faces for
gentler images (front camera only).
Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
HDR (rich tone): Save the picture in HDR
(rich tone) only.
Effect: Add special graphical effects.
3. Tap Camera. Available options vary depending on the camera/recording mode used.
Rear camera
Settings to configure settings for
Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject
selected on the preview screen.
Aqua: Take pictures underwater.
Tag shot: Provide environment information of
picture.
Sports: Take clearer pictures of fast moving
subjects.
Front camera
Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various
effects, such as an airbrushed effect.
Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit
more people into your pictures.
Interval shot: Select the best pictures from
a series of continuous shots taken at set intervals.
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Front camera
Gesture control: Detect palm and
automatically take a picture two seconds later.
Save as horizontally flipped: Save the
self-portrait or self-recording as a reversed (or ‘mirrored’) image.
Both cameras
Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory.
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
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Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake.
Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving.
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.
Quick launch: Open camera by pressing the
Home key twice in quick succession.
Voice control: To take pictures say smile,
cheese, capture, or shoot. To record videos, say Record video.
Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as
the camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key.
Shutter sound: Enable or disable a shutter
sound when pictures are taken.
Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
Help: View information on using the camera.
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Clock

The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 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 24 time 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).
Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified.
OPTIONS: Tap to view and set the following
options:
Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will
-
use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you.
Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type
-
that includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm.
Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm
-
type that includes sound, choose a sound to play for the alarm.
Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set interval
-
and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
Increasing volume: When on, the alarm will
-
start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly increase in volume. Available 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.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
Time: Set a time for the alarm.
Repeat weekly: Choose when to repeat the
alarm, if so desired.
Apps > Clock.
Delete an Alarm
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
2. Find the alarm in the alarm list (under the Alarmtab), and then tap right corner of the alarm entry.
Delete in the upper
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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, including Google, Email, Facebook, and your Samsung account.
For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see Accounts.
Note: The Contacts app is different from the CONTACTS tab in the Phone app. Although both list the contacts in your phone and accounts, the available options and functions are different.
Manage Contacts
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts
app. To access your Contacts list:
► From a Home screen, tap
Contacts.
Apps >
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Contacts.
2. Tap information.
3. Tap SAVE.
Add, and then tap contact fields to enter
Choose a storage account for the contact. You can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account.
Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to the new contact.
Enter a name, phone number, email address, assign the contact to a group, and assign a ringtone. Tap ADDANOTHER FIELD to add additional contact information.
Tap Add to enter additional entries.
-
Tap Remove to remove an entry.
-
Tap Expand for additional fields.
-
Tap the label to the right of an entry to
-
choose a label for the field (for example, Home or Work).
Apps >
Find a Contact
You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find one by name.
1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts.
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 press and slide across the alphabetical list to select a letter with better precision.
Apps >
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add additional fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display 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 Name Card
When you share a name card, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap MORE >
Share name card.
3. Choose a sharing method and follow the
prompts.
Apps >
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are added to a group called Favorites in Contacts.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the star turns gold ).
Remove Contacts from Favorites
Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, Facebook, and so on), 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 Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Link.
3. Tap LINK ANOTHER CONTACT, and then select
contact(s) to link to the original contact.
4. Tap LINK.
Apps >
Unlink Contacts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Link.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the star loses the gold color ).
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
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap ADD.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
3. Tap from the main contact.
Remove beside contacts to unlink them
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it. You can also tap other contacts, or tap the checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.
3. Tap DELETE.
Apps >
4. Tap SAVE.
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Tap Group name to enter a name for the new
group.
Tap Add member and select contact(s) to add
to the new group, and then tap DONE.
Tap Group ringtone to assign a ringtone to
members of the group.
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Rename a Group
Delete a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
3. Tap MORE > Edit group and enter a new name.
4. Tap SAVE.
Add Contacts to a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
3. Tap ADD, and then tap the contacts you want to add.
4. Tap DONE.
Send a Message or an Email to a Group
You can send a text message or an email to members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Contacts.
Apps >
Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted.
1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts.
2. Tap GROUPS.
3. Tap DELETE.
4. Tap the groups to select them or tap the
checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.
5. Tap DELETE.
Apps >
Contact Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts.
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen
instructions.
Apps >
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
3. Tap MORE > Send message or email.
4. Tap either Message or Email.
5. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap DONE. You will only see group members that have the appropriate contact information (a phone number or an email address) in their records.
6. For email, choose an account and follow the prompts.
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Email

Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one application.
To access Email:
► From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Email.
Configure Email Accounts
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.
– or –
For additional accounts, tap MORE > Settings >
Add account.
Apps > Email.
Manage Your Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for all accounts on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the drop down menu at the top left of the screen to view the current account mailbox.
3. Tap on the account name to view:
Combined inbox: View all email in a combined
inbox.
[Account Name]: View email for only one
email account.
Apps > Email.
Delete Email Accounts
To delete an Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Email.
The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. When complete, your email appears in the Inbox for the account.
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap the account you want to remove.
4. Tap REMOVE. Confirm by tapping REMOVE on the prompt.
Email Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Apps > Email.
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Galaxy Apps

Samsung Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that provides a quick and easy way to find and download apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device.
Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps.
From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge.
To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website:
► From a Home screen, tap
GalaxyApps.
To access Galaxy Essentials:
1. Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the Galaxy Essentials widget.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung Apps.
Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps.
Apps >
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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 theGallery.
View Images and Videos
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, 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.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap the drop down menu in the upper left corner, and then tap an option to choose the way itemsdisplay.
In Album view, you can create albums to
organize your images. On the drop down menu, tap Albums, and then tap MORE > Create album.
Apps > Gallery.
Play Videos
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 the Play icon to play the video.
Trim Segments of a Video
1. Select a video, and then tap the screen once to see the video options.
2. Tap
3. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point.
4. Tap EXPORT to save the video. Modify the Filename or Resolution, and then tap EXPORT to confirm the changes.
Editor, and then tap Trim.
Edit Images
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.
4. When viewing an image or video, you can scroll left or right to view the next or previous image orvideo.
Zoom In and 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.
Pinch the screen to zoom out.
1. While viewing an image, tap the screen once to see the image options.
2. Tap
Edit to view and use the editing tools.
Delete Images
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap MORE > Edit.
4. Tap images to select them.
5. Tap DELETE.
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Share Images
Use one of the following methods:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap MORE > Share.
4. Tap images to select them, and then tap SHARE.
5. Tap a sharing service and follow the prompts to send the image or images.
Apps > Gallery.
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Internet

Access the Internet with a fully featured web browser.
Access the Internet
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
Command Keys
The following command keys are available on the browser window:
Back or Back key to return to the previous
page.
Forward to go forward to a recent page.
Home to display your Internet Home screen.
Bookmarks to manage bookmarked pages,
saved pages, and history.
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 zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to
zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in.
Browser Tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the sametime.
To open a new tab:
► Tap
To close a tab:
► Tap
Tabs > NEWTAB.
Tabs and then tap Closetab.
Tabs to manage open tabs. The number on
the icon indicates the number of tabs that are currently open.
Refresh to refresh or reload the current
Webpage.
Bookmarks
To bookmark the current web page:
1. Tap
2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap SAVE.
To open a bookmarked web page:
► Tap
entry.
Bookmarks > ADD.
Bookmarks, then tap a folder, and an
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History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
► Tap
Bookmarks > HISTORY.
Saved Pages
To save a web page:
► Tap MORE > Savewebpage.
To view a list of saved web pages:
► Tap
Bookmarks > SAVED PAGES.
Share Pages
To share a web page address with others:
► Tap MORE > Share and follow the prompts.
Secret Mode
Pages viewed in secret mode do not appear within 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 will remain on your device after you close a secret tab.
To open a new secret tab:
► Tap
Tabs > MORE > Newsecrettab.
Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Apps > Internet.
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Memo

Use the Memo app to write and save notes on your device.
Compose a Memo
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder >
2. Tap
To change the category, tap Category.
To insert an image into the memo, tap
To use your voice to insert text into the memo,
tap Voice.
To add tasks, tap Tasks.
3. When finished creating your memo, tap SAVE.
Memo.
Create memo and type a memo.
Image.
Browse Memos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Memo.
2. Browse memo entries by scrolling up or down.
3. To search for a memo, tap SEARCH.
Memo Options
While browsing memos:
► Tap MORE for the following options:
Edit: Select notes to delete or move.
Share: Share memos.
Manage categories: Create and manage
categories to organize your memos.
Manage Memos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Memo.
2. Tap a memo entry to open it.
3. To edit a memo, tap the content of the memo.
4. To delete memos, tap MORE > Edit, select memos, and tap DELETE.
5. To send a memo to others, tap MORE > Share, select a memo, and then select a method to share the memo.
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Messages

Learn how to send and receive different messages using the default messaging app on your phone.
Types of Messages
Your default Messaging app provides the following message types:
Text Messages (SMS)
Multimedia Messages (MMS)
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as picture, video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s multimedia message service.
Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the screen and indicate when messages are received and their type.
Create and Send Messages
This section describes how to create a send a message using the Messages app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Messages > Compose.
2. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter
a recipient or tap recipient from your 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 the contact to place a check mark then tap DONE. The contact will be placed in the recipients field.
For the Group option, if the number of
recipients is less than 10, all members in the group can be added by placing a check mark by the contacts and then tap DONE.
3. Tap the Enter message field and use the
onscreen keypad to enter a message.
Tap Attach to add images, videos, audio,
files and more to your message.
Tap Add emoticons to choose an available
emoticon from an onscreen list and then add it into your message (at the cursor location) if desired.
Add Recipient to select a
Apps >
4. Review your message and tap
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the message is automatically saved as a draft.
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View New Messages
Messages Settings
When you receive a new message, a new message icon appears on the Status Bar.
To view the message:
► Open the Notification Panel and select the
message. For more information, please see
Notification Panel.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
Messages, and then tap the new message to
view it.
To play a multimedia message (audio or
video), tap Play.
To scroll through the list of messages, tap the
screen and scroll up or down the page.
Apps >
Delete Messages
Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and so on.
► From a Home screen, tap
Messages > MORE > Settings.
Apps >
Emergency Alerts
This device is designed to receive wireless emergency alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS) which may also be known as the Personal Localized Alerting Network (PLAN) . For more information, please contact your wireless provider.
Emergency Alerts allows customers to receive geographically-targeted messages. Alert messages are provided by the US Department of Homeland Security and will alert customers of imminent threats to their safety within their area. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency Alert message.
To delete messages, follow these steps:
1. From a Home screen, tap Messages.
2. Tap the conversation, and tap MORE > Delete.
3. Tap each message you want to delete or tap the
checkbox to select all.
4. Tap DELETE.
Apps >
Message Search
You can search through your messages by using the Message Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Messages.
2. Tap SEARCH.
3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then
tap
Search on the keyboard.
Apps >
There are three types of Emergency Alerts:
Alerts issued by the President
Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life
(Extreme and Severe)
AMBER Alerts (missing child alert)
Users may choose not to receive Imminent Threats (Extreme and Severe) and AMBER Alerts. Alerts issued by the President cannot be disabled.
To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts, follow the instructions below:
1. From a Home screen, tap Messages.
2. Tap MORE > Settings > Emergencyalert
settings > Emergency alerts.
3. All alerts are enabled by default. Tap an
alert option to disable it. You cannot disable Presidential alerts.
Apps >
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Music Player

Playback position
Add songs to the queue
More options
Adjust volume
Mark as favorite
Elapsed playing time
Shuffle songs
Rewind song or go to
previous song
Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized
Length of song
Repeat mode for the song or playlist
Scan forward or gotonext song
Pause/Play
Listen to Music
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap a category at the top left of the screen to
view your music files.
playlists.
3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap a song to
begin playback.
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My Files

Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.
View Files
Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups:
Recent files: View recently accessed files.
(This will not appear until you have viewed a file.)
Category: Files are grouped into the following
categories:
Images: View image files.
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Videos: View video files.
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Audio: View audio files.
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To view files in My Files:
1. From a Home screen, tap
Samsungfolder > MyFiles.
2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or
folders.
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
Apps >
My Files Options
On the main My Files screen, the following options are available:
SEARCH: Search for a file or folder.
MORE: Tap for the following options:
Edit: Edit files shown in Recent files.
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Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent files
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category.
Documents: View document files.
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Download history: View all apps and files
-
that have been downloaded to the device.
Local storage: View folders and files in their
storage locations.
Device storage: View folders and files
-
located on the device.
Cloud storage: Contains shortcuts to FTP servers
or other cloud storage locations that you have added.
Google Drive: Sign in to view folders and
-
files located in your Google Drive account.
Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal
-
hidden files.
STORAGE USAGE: Tap to view memory
information for your device.
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Category Options
After tapping on a category, the following options may be available:
HOME: Return to the main My Files screen.
SEARCH: Search for a file in the selected
category.
MORE: Tap for the following options:
Edit: Select files or folders.
-
Create folder: Group files or folders into a new
-
folder.
Add shortcut: Add a shortcut to the main My
-
Files screen. (Option only available for Local storage categories.)
Share: Select files to share.
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View as: Change the appearance of the files or
-
folders.
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 file(s)
-
or folder(s).
Sort by: Change the sort order of the files.
-
Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal
-
hidden files.
Note: Options will change depending on which categories you are viewing.
Options for Selected Files and Folders
► Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then
use one of these functions:
DELETE: Delete files or folders.
MORE: Select one of the following options:
Move: Move files or folders to another
-
folder.
Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder
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Rename: Rename a file or folder. This
-
option only appears when just one file or folder is selected.
Add shortcut on Home screen: Add a
-
shortcut the Home screen.
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S Health

Use S Health to plan, track, and manage your health goals and activities, including exercise, sleep, and meals.
Note: This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
1. From Home, tap
2. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
3. Set up your health profile and goals.
Apps > SHealth.
A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced
heartbeat;
Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that
goes away when you rest.
Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply:
You are a man older than age 45 or a woman
older than age 55;
You have a family history of heart disease before
age 55;
You smoke or quit smoking in the past six months;
Before You Start Exercising
This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions:
Heart disease;
Asthma or lung disease;
Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease;
Arthritis.
You should also check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as:
Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or
arms during physical activity;
Dizziness or loss of consciousness;
You have not exercised for three months or more;
You are overweight or obese;
You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol;
You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called
prediabetes.
When in Doubt — Check It Out
If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you. Consider it the first step on your path to physical fitness.
Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest,
or when lying down or going to bed;
Ankle swelling, especially at night;
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S Voice

Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations.
Use SVoice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > SVoice.
2. Speak a command.
3. Tap the microphone icon, if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command.
Tip: Tap a tutorial.
Help for example commands and to view
S Voice Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Settings.
Apps > SVoice.
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Video Player

Video file
name
Playback
position
Elapsed
playing time
Change
screen ratio
Rewind video
or go to
previous video
Pause/Play
More options
Volume
Length of video
Pop up player
Scan forward or go to next video
Play and manage videos stored on your device.
To access video:
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip.
3. Tap a video to view it.
Apps > Video.
Use Pop-Up Play
Multi task with Pop-up Play — transform your video player into a pop-up window. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap floating window.
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Pop-up to continue playing the video in a
Drag the window to any location on the screen.
Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window.
Apps > Video.
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Voice Recorder

Record voice memos and notes.
Create a Voice Recording
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Samsungfolder >
Tap the drop down menu in the upper left
corner to choose the appropriate recording mode:
Standard: This recording mode picks up
-
any sounds detected by the microphones.
Interview: The top and bottom microphones
-
are used for two-directional recording. The top and bottom of the device pick up equal amounts of sound. Microphones can be muted during playback.
Voice memo: Voice input is converted to
-
text on screen. The maximum recording time is five minutes.
VoiceRecorder.
Manage Recordings
To display a list of recordings:
1. From a Home screen, tap Samsungfolder >
2. Tap
3. Tap a recording to play it back.
4. Tap MORE for additional options:
Recordings.
Edit: Tap to select recordings. Once selected,
the following options are available:
DELETE: Delete the recording.
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MORE: Tap to either Rename the file or
-
Write to Voice Label (which writes the recording to an NFC voice label).
Share: Tap to select recording files, and then tap SHARE to select a sharing method.
Search: Tap to search for a recording.
VoiceRecorder.
Apps >
Tap Record to record an audio file.
Tap Stop to stop recording. The file is
automatically saved.
Tap Pause to pause the recording of an
audio file.
Tap Bookmark to bookmark a position in
the recording for later reference.
While recording, tap MORE > Turn on
Callrejection to reject incoming calls during arecording.
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Settings

Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and
Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn
the option on ( ON ) or off (
For some options, you must tap a field,
such as Email address, to display and set options.
OFF
).
features.
Some options are enabled or disabled by
tapping a checkbox. When enabled, a check mark displays. Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the option.
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How to Use Settings

Access Settings
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, drag down from the StatusBar to display the Notification Panel, and then tap
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 Settings.
2. Tap SEARCH.
Enter a word or words in the Search box. As
you type, settings that match will appear on the screen.
Apps >
Change the Quick Settings
You can change the Quick settings list to include your most frequently used settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
2. Tap MORE > Edit quick settings.
Select additional settings to appear in your
Quicksettings menu. Settings that are already in the Quick settings menu are checked. Up to nine settings can be selected.
Uncheck a setting to remove it from the Quick
settings list.
3. Ta p
settings menu.
Back arrow to save your new Quick
Apps >
Tap an entry to go to that setting.
Customize the Quick Settings Menu
Quick settings are the settings that you are most likely to frequently use. When you first access the Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a default list of settings.
To find the Quick settings menu:
► From a Home screen, tap
> QUICK SETTINGS tab.
Apps > Settings
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Wi-Fi Settings

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 (WAP) .
Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct connection between two or more devices using Wi-Fi.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab.
Apps > Settings
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device will automatically scan for available networks and display 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.
Manually Connect to a Wi-FiNetwork
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status:
When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and
communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP),
If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device
is not connected to it, displays. It may also display if there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP).
displays.
3. Tap MORE > Addnetwork.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
Tap Enter network name to enter the name of
the Wi-Fi network.
Tap the Security field and select a security
option and enter your password.
Tap Show advanced options if you need to
add advanced options such as IPsettings and Proxy settings.
5. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and connect to your target WAP.
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Wi-Fi Options
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
MAC address: View your device’s
-
MAC address, which is required when connecting to some secured networks (not configurable).
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
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).
Smart network switch: Tap to enable this
feature, which automatically switches to a mobile network if the Wi-Fi connection becomes unstable.
Advanced:
Network notification: Receive a notification
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when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are available.
Passpoint: Connect to passpoint-enabled
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Wi-Fi Access Points automatically.
Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when
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to disconnect from Wi-Fi.
Apps > Settings
IP address: View your device’s IP address
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(not configurable).
Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi
networks, and other settings.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
When your device is connected to another device using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status Bar.
Apps > Settings
Always allow scanning: Allow Google
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location service and other apps to scan for networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
Auto connect: Automatically connect to an
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AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspot as soon as your phone detects it.
Install network certificates: Install
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authentication certificates.
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Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wirelessdevices.
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Bluetooth Status Indicator
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 > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on Bluetooth.
3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
Tap SCAN to manually perform a new scan.
Tap STOP to cancel the scan.
Apps > Settings
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 will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re-enter a passcode.
When Bluetooth is turnedon, displays in the Status Bar.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on Bluetooth.
3. 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.
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4. Tap SCAN. Your device will start to scan for Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap the name. Your device then 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.
Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you’d need to pair the devices.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap
Settings next to the previously paired device,
and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.
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Airplane Mode

Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
While in airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other online applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab.
2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option.
Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.
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Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

Use Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices using your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a USB cable.
Use Your Device as a PortableWi-Fi Hotspot
Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service account in order to use the Mobile Hotspot.
Warning: Mobile Hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service.
Turn Mobile Hotspot Onor Off
Activate your device’s Mobile Hotspot application to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connection.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Mobile Hotspot on or off.
Warning: By default, your device’s Mobile Hotspot has no security applied, and any device can connect. For more information, see
Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings.
Apps > Settings
Connect a Device to YourMobileHotspot
Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile Hotspot.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Activate Wi-Fi on the target device.
4. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots and select the target device from the list.
5. On the target device, enter your device’s Mobile Hotspot password.
Apps > Settings
Allowed Device List
Control whether devices connect to your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Mobile Hotspot name and password.
Note: Using your device as a Mobile Hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service. While Mobile Hotspot is active, your device’s applications will use the Mobile Hotspot data service. Roaming while using your device as a Mobile Hotspot will incur extra datacharges.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Tap MORE > Allowed devices, and then tap ADD to enter the other device’s Device name and MACaddress.
Apps > Settings
4. Tap OK to add the device.
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Change the Mobile Hotspot
Turn Off Mobile Hotspot
Password
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Tap MORE > Configure Mobile Hotspot.
4. Tap the Security field and select WPA2 PSK.
5. Scroll down and enter a new password in the Password field.
Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings
Manage your Mobile Hotspot security and connecting settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap MORE > Configure Mobile Hotspot:
Network name: View and change the name of
your Mobile Hotspot.
Apps > Settings
Automatically
Set your device to automatically turn off Mobile Hotspot if there are no connected device.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Tap MORE > Timeout settings and select an amount of time.
Apps > Settings
Use Tethering to Connect Your Device to a Computer
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
2. Connect the computer to the device using the USB cable, and then tap USBtethering to turn tethering on.
Hide my device: Make your Mobile Hotspot
invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan. Other devices can still connect to your Mobile Hotspot, but will have to set up the connection manually with your Network SSID and Password.
Security: Choose the security level for your
Mobile Hotspot.
Note: Scroll down to view all options.
Password: If you choose a security level that
uses a password, enter the password.
Show password: Display your password
instead of masking it.
Show advanced options: Access advanced
options, including Broadcast channel, and to specify the channel your device uses for Mobile Hotspot.
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Data Usage

Monitor your mobile data usage.
Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > Datausage for options:
Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also
control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.
International Data Roaming: Customize
options for when roaming outside the U.S., Puerto Rico and USVI. International roaming data charges may apply.
Set mobile data limit: Your mobile data
connection will be turned off when the specified limit is reached.
Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu,
and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below.
By application: View data usage by
application.
2. Tap MORE for the following options:
Apps > Settings
Restrict background data: Restrict some
apps and services from working unless you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab that
shows Wi-Fi usage.
Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks
that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads.
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Mobile Networks

Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> CONNECTIONS tab > Mobile networks for options:
Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a
mobile data network.
International Data Roaming: Allow your
device to connect to data services while roaming outside of the U.S., Puerto Rico, and USVI. Significantly higher charges may result.
Access Point Names: Choose or add APNs.
Network operators: Choose a preferred
network mode.
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NFC and Payment

NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your device with another compatible device. This is used for features like Android Beam.
To activate NFC:
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > NFC and payment.
2. Tap NFC, and tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.
Apps > Settings
Android Beam
When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam browser pages, YouTube videos, contacts, and more.
Tap and Pay
Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making purchases on your phone.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > NFC and payment.
2. Tap Tap and pay.
3. Select the payment app that you want as yourdefault.
Apps > Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > NFC and payment.
2. Tap NFC, and tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.
3. Tap Android Beam, and tap ON/OFF to turn Android Beam on.
4. Touch the back of your device with another NFC-capable device and the content is transferred.
Apps > Settings
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More Connection Settings

This option displays additional connectivity information.
Printing
Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (notincluded) .
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings > Printing.
2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.
Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Apps > Settings
MirrorLink
Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection. To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Set up and manage your VirtualPrivate Networks (VPNs).
Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN. For more information, see Lock Screen and Security.
Add a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
3. Tap ADD VPN and follow the prompts to set up yourVPN.
Connect to a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
To turn on MirrorLink:
1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable.
2. On your device’s Home screen, tap > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings > MirrorLink.
3. Tap Connect to vehicle via USB.
Apps
3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap CONNECT.
Edit or Delete a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete.
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Default Messaging App
If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app.
1. From a Home screen, tap > CONNECTIONS tab > More connection settings.
2. Tap Default messaging app to select a default.
Apps > Settings
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Sounds and Notifications
Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other activities.
Change the Sound Mode
You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound mode, and then choose a mode:
Sound: Your device uses the sounds,
vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
Apps > Settings
Adjust the Volume
Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio.
Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Volume.
3. Drag the sliders to set the default volume for:
Ringtone
Media
Notifications
System
Apps > Settings
Ringtones and Sound
Vibrate: Your device vibrates for notifications
and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound settings.
Mute: Your device mutes all sounds and
notifications.
Select a Default Ringtone
Choose from preset ringtones or add your own.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and sounds > Ringtone.
3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it.
– or –
Tap Add ringtone to use an audio file as a ringtone.
Apps > Settings
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Change the Notification Sound
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders.
Vibrations
Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, notifications, and haptic feedback.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and sounds > Default notificationsound.
3. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it.
Apps > Settings
Set Notification Sounds for Samsung Applications
Choose notification alerts for new messages, calendar events, and email.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and
sounds, and tap to configure each option:
Messages: Configure message notifications
and alerts.
Calendar: Configure event notifications.
Email: Configure email account notifications.
Apps > Settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Vibrations.
Tap Vibration intensity and move the sliders
to change the amount.
Tap Vibration pattern to choose a pattern.
Tap ON/OFF for each option to enable.
Vibrate while ringing
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Vibration feedback
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Keyboard vibration
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Apps > Settings
Sound Quality and Effects
Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience.
Sound Quality
System Sounds
Set various other system sound options.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and
sounds, and tap to enable each option:
Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or
tap the screen to make selections.
Dialing keypad tone: Play tone when the
dialing keypad is tapped.
Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you
unlock the screen.
Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the
Samsung keyboard is tapped.
Apps > Settings
Find the best sound setting for your preferences.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality and effects.
3. Tap Adapt Sound and follow the prompts to customize your sound settings.
Apps > Settings
Sound Effects
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sound and notifications > Sound quality and effects.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each option:
SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich
surround sound.
Tube Amp: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube
amplifier.
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Do Not Disturb
Notifications on Lock Screen
This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode.
To activate Do Not Disturb mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable this option.
Apps > Settings
Allow Exceptions
This option lets you customize what notifications are allowed while your phone is in Do not disturb mode.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap ON/OFF to enable the exceptions you want to allow.
Apps > Settings
Set Schedule
Choose what notifications can display while the device is locked.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Notifications on lock screen, and choose an option.
Apps > Settings
App Notifications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Appnotifications, and choose an app to enableor disable notifications.
LED Indicator
Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
Apps > Settings
This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on and off automatically at scheduled times.
Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap Set schedule, and set the Days, Start time, and End time.
Apps > Settings
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > LED indicator to enable this feature.
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Display Settings

Adjust the Screen Brightness
Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Under Brightness select options:
Tap Auto to allow the device to adjust
brightness automatically.
To set a custom brightness level, clear the
Automatic brightness check mark and drag the
Brightness slider.
Note: You can also control Brightness from the
Notification Panel. Drag down the Status Bar at the top of the screen to find the Brightness options.
Apps > Settings
Set the Screen Timeout Delay
Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you tap the screen or press any key.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Tap Screen timeout, and then choose a time period.
Apps > Settings
Smart Stay
Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen will not time out as long as you are facing the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Tap Smart stay, and tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
Apps > Settings
Change the Font Size and Style
You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Tap Font to choose a font size and font style.
Drag the slider to adjust the font size.
Tap a font style to select a font, or tap
Download fonts to find new fonts from GalaxyApps.
3. Tap DONE to set the font size and style.
Apps > Settings
Select a Screen Mode
Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically adapt the display depending on the type of image being displayed, and other criteria such as battery level.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Tap Screen mode, and then choose a screen mode.
To have your device automatically optimize
the display to match the type of image being displayed and other criteria, such as battery level, tap Adaptive display.
– or –
Choose a specific type of screen mode based on what your are viewing.
Apps > Settings
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Daydream (Screen Saver)
The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Display.
2. Tap Daydream. Tap ON/OFF to turn Daydream on. Configure options:
Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing
screen of colors.
Google Photos: Display pictures from your
Google+ account. (Only available if you are signed in to your Google account.) Tap
Settings for options.
Photo Frame: Display pictures in a photo
frame. Tap Settings for options.
Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table.
Tap
3. Tap MORE > Preview to see a demonstration of Daydream.
4. Tap MORE > Select when to daydream to chose an option.
Settings for options.
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Motions and Gestures

Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > DEVICE tab > Motions and gestures.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following:
Direct call: Call the contact whose call log,
message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to yourear.
Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when
you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages.
Mute: Mute sounds and video by covering the
screen or turning over the device.
Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of
the screen when you sweep your hand left or right across the screen.
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Applications Settings

Manage settings for applications on your phone.
Application Manager
You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk.
Memory Usage
See how memory is being used by Downloaded or Running applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > DEVICE tab > Applications >
Applicationmanager.
2. Swipe across the screen to display DOWNLOADED, RUNNING, or ALL to display memory usage for that category of applications.
The graph on the DOWNLOADED tab shows used and free device memory. The graph on the
RUNNING tab shows used and free RAM.
Apps>
Downloaded
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > DEVICE tab > Applications >
Applicationmanager.
2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the
downloaded applications on your device.
To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED list,
tap MORE > Sort by size or Sort by name.
To reset all of your application preferences,
tap MORE > Reset app preferences.
Tap an application to view and update
information about the application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. The following options are displayed:
FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is
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misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly.
UNINSTALL UPDATES: Delete the
-
application from the device or uninstall updates made to apps that cannot be deleted.
DISABLE: Disable apps that cannot be
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deleted.
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CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from
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memory.
CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s
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temporary memory storage.
CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s
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customization.
Permissions: View information about the
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Running Services
View and control services running on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > DEVICE tab > Applications >
Applicationmanager.
2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
All the applications that are currently running on the device display.
3. Tap MORE > Show cached processes to display
all the cached processes that are running. Tap MORE > Show services in use to switch back.
Apps>
Application Settings
Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location.
1. From a Home screen, tap > DEVICE tab > Applications.
2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app:
Calendar
Camera
Contacts
Apps> Settings
4. Tap one of the applications to view application information.
STOP: Stops the application from running
on the device. This is usually done prior to uninstalling the application. (Not all services can be stopped. Stopping services may have undesirable consequences on the application or Android System.)
REPORT: Report failure and other application
information.
Note: Options vary by application.
Default Applications
If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default.
You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first-time smartphone users.
Email
Internet
Messages
Music
Phone
S Voice
Weather
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > DEVICE tab > Applications >
Defaultapplications.
2. Tap Home and select a Home screen mode:
TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user
experience for the first-time smartphone users.
TouchWiz home: The Home screen that
originally displays on your phone.
3. Tap Messages and select a default messagingapp.
4. To clear defaults you have set up, tap CLEAR.
Apps>
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Wallpaper Settings

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, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab > Wallpaper.
2. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
3. Tap a image to preview it, and then tap SETASWALLPAPER.
Tap From Gallery for additional wallpapers.
Tap Live weather to add high quality images
based on the time and weather of your current location. (Lock screen only.)
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Themes

Set the theme to be applied to your home and lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons.
Apply Themes
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab > Themes.
Tap a theme to view a preview of various
screens.
Tap STORE to download additional themes
from the Theme Store with your Samsung account.
Tap HELP for help using this feature.
2. Tap a theme, and tap APPLY to apply the selected theme.
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Lock Screen and Security

Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings.
Set a Screen Lock
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock
type to select a screen lock and level of security:
Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This
option provides no security.
Pattern: A screen unlock pattern is a tap
gesture you create and use to unlock your device. This option provides medium security.
PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the
screen. This option provides medium to high security.
Password: Create a password for unlocking
the screen. This option provides high security.
None: Never use a Lock screen.
4. Choose a screen lock option:
Show information: Show the dual clock, or
information such as the weather information, on the lock screen.
Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when
unlocking the screen. (This option is available with Swipe only.)
Secure lock settings: Set your secure lock
functions such as Secured lock time, and Smart lock.
Note: Options vary based on the screen lock type.
Device Security
Configure security for your phone.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Devicesecurity.
3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to activate KNOX active protection on your phone.
Apps > Settings
3. If choosing a secured lock screen option, select your notification settings:
Show content: Content which may include
personal information will be shown on the lock screen.
Hide content: Only notifications will be shown
on the lock screen.
Do not show notifications: No content or
notifications will be shown on the lock screen.
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Find My Mobile
Unknown Sources
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely.
► To access your device remotely, visit
findmymobile.samsung.com.
Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Find My
Mobile.
3. Enter your Samsung account password, or if you are not logged in to your Samsung account, tap Add account and follow the prompts.
4. The following options are available:
Remote controls: Tap to activate or deactivate
Remote controls, which allows you to access your device remotely.
Google location service: Tap to activate
or deactivate Google location service. This service must be on in order to find your phone.
SIM change alert: Prevent unauthorized
changes to your SIM card by being alerted whenever an app or service attempts to change data on your SIM card.
Apps > Settings
Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security >
Unknownsources to enable this option.
Warning: Enabling installation of third-party
applications can cause your device and personal data to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
Apps > Settings
Other Security Settings
Encrypt Your Data
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Encrypt device, and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device.
Set Up or Change Your Factory Data Password
Protect your device from being reset accidentally by requiring a special password before it can be reset to its factory defaults.
Apps > Settings
Reactivation lock: Use your Samsung
account to stop anyone from reactivating you device without your permission.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up/change password and follow the prompts.
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Set Up SIM Card Lock
Device Administration
Require both your SIM card PIN and your ordinary screen lock type when unlocking the device.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts.
To change your SIM card PIN, tap Change
SIM card PIN.
Apps > Settings
View Passwords
Display password characters briefly as you type them.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn the feature on.
Apps > Settings
Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Device administrators to customize.
Apps > Settings
Credential Storage
Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage options:
Storage type: Select a storage location for
credential contents.
Apps > Settings
Security Update Service
Automatically receive security updates.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Security update service options:
Security policy updates: Automatically or
manually check for security policy updates.
Send security reports: Send security reports
to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.
Apps > Settings
View security certificates: Display certificates
in your device’s ROM and other certificates you have installed.
Install from phone storage: Install a new
certificate from storage.
Clear credentials: Erase the credential
contents from the device and reset the password.
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Advanced Security Settings
Use these options to configure advanced security settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security
settings for the following Advanced options:
Trust agents: View or disable trusted agents.
Pin windows: Pin an app on your device
screen, preventing access to other features of you phone.
Usage data access: View the applications that
can access your device’s usage history.
Notification access: View the applications
that can access notifications you receive on your phone.
Note: To view Trust agents, set up a screen lock (pin, password, or pattern). For more information, see Set a Screen Lock.
Apps > Settings
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Privacy and Safety

Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device, or to aid you in an emergency.
Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode.
Location
Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.
Locating Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > PERSONAL tab > Privacy and
safety > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
Location Reporting
Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.
1. From a Home screen, tap Settings > PERSONAL tab > Privacy and
safety > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Google Location Reporting, and sign in to
your Google account for options.
Apps >
Private Mode
Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications.
Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint) is required to use Private Mode.
3. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined:
GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks: Use GPS,
Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.
Wi-Fi and mobile networks: Use Wi-Fi and
mobile networks (no GPS) .
GPS only: Use GPS only.
Recent Location Requests
Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > PERSONAL tab > Privacy and
safety > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app’s settings.
Apps >
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Privacy and safety > Private mode.
3. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up Private mode.
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Report Diagnostic Info
This feature sends diagnostic information about your phone when you are having technical problems.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Privacy and safety, and then tap the ON/OFF switch for Report diagnostic info to either enable or disable this feature.
Apps > Settings
Send SOS Messages
Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an emergency situation.
To enable this feature:
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Privacy and safety > Send SOS messages.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on and configure the following options:
Send messages to: Add recipients by
creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts.
Apps > Settings
Attach pictures: Send photos taken with the
front and back cameras to your emergency contacts.
Attach audio recording: Send a short audio
message to your emergency contacts.
To send a help message:
► Press the Power/Lock key quickly three times.
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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, tap > PERSONAL tab > Easy mode.
2. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature. When Easy mode is enabled, you can scroll down the page and select which apps you want to appear on the Home screens.
3. Ta p ON/OFF next to the apps you want to add or remove.
4. When finished, tap DONE.
To disable Easy Mode:
1. From a Home screen, swipe through the home screens and tap
2. Tap Easy mode.
3. Ta p Standard mode to switch back.
4. Ta p DONE.
Settings.
Apps > Settings
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Accessibility

Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.
Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store.
1. From a Home screen, tap > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Accessibility for options:
Vision
Voice Assistant: Speak feedback aloud to
help blind and low-vision users.
Voice Assistant can collect all of the text
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you enter, except passwords, including personal data and credit card numbers. It may also log your user interface interactions with the device.
Apps > Settings
Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on
the screen.
Grayscale: Change all colors to gray.
Negative colors: Reverse the display
of onscreen colors from White text on a Black background to Black text on a White background.
Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the
screen if you are color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable
accessibility features in two quick steps. Tap
ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred
TTS engine and options.
Hearing
Sound detectors: Alert when baby crying or
the doorbell is detected.
Voice Assistant help: Tap for help on using
Galaxy TalkBack.
Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all
times for privacy.
Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter
selection instead of double tapping.
Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud
as you enter your passwords.
Voice Label: Write voice recordings to
NFC tags to provide information about nearbyobjects.
Font size: Set the font size.
Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated
gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
Flash notification: Set your camera light to
blink whenever you receive a notification.
Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all
notifications and audio.
Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for
use with hearing aids.
Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung
subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles
with multimedia files when available. Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options.
Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to
set the Left and Right balance when using a stereo device.
Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to
mono for use with one earphone.
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Auto haptic: The device will vibrate in time to
the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. It will also vibrate when buttons are tapped in supported apps. This may consume battery power, and not all applications will support this feature.
Services
Keeper FastFill: Enable this feature to
securely and quickly auto-fill your login credentials on your websites and mobile apps. Simply tap the FastFill lock icon when logging in to a website or app.
Dexterity and Interaction
Universal switch: Control your phone with
your customized switches.
Assistant menu: Improve the device
accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
Gesture wake up: Wake up your device by
waving your hand over the sensor.
Press and hold delay: Select a time interval
for this tap gesture.
Interaction control: Block areas of the screen
from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate screen and hard key functions. Only show application notifications in the Notification Panel and the Status Bar.
More Settings
Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping
in a series of four to eight directions.
Direct access: Open your accessibility
settings by pressing the Home key three times in quick succession.
Additional accessibility apps may be
downloaded from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility services you install may be configured here.
Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to
remind you of any unread notifications.
Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts
for answering and ending calls.
Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms
and calendar events.
Manage accessibility: Export your
accessibility settings and share them with another device.
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Accounts

Set up and manage accounts, including your Google account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content.
Add an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Tap one of the account types.
4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account.
Account Settings
Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type.
Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your service provider for more information on your account’s settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
Tap an account to configure that account’s
sync settings.
Tap other available options for the account.
Delete an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
Synchronize Accounts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that
account.
4. Tap individual data items to sync.
5. Tap
Note: Sync options and the location of the sync command differ depending on the account type.
MORE > Sync all or Sync now to
synchronize the account.
3. Tap the account and then tap MORE > Removeaccount.
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Backup and Reset

Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults.
Backup and Restore
Enable backup of your information to Google servers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Backup and reset for options:
Backup account: Select a Google account to
be used as your backup account.
Back up my data: Enable back up of
application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.
Automatic restore: Enable automatic
restoration of settings from Google servers. When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you reinstall an application.
Factory Data Reset
Return your device to its factory defaults.
Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > PERSONAL tab.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.
3. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts to
perform the reset.
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