Samsung SGH-S7582 User Guide

User Manual

GT-S7582

www.samsung.com

About this manual

This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work
properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal

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use of media.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

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About this manual

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Copyright

Copyright © 2013 Samsung Electronics

This guide is protected under international copyright laws.

No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.

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Trademarks

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

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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents

Getting started

7 Device layout

8 Buttons

9 Package contents

10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and

battery

13 Charging the battery

15 Inserting a memory card

17 Turning the device on and off

18 Holding the device

18 Locking and unlocking the device

18 Adjusting the volume

18 Switching to silent mode

19 Switching between networks

31 Entering text

32 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

33 Setting up accounts

34 Transferring files

35 Securing the device

37 Upgrading the device

Communication

38 Phone

44 Contacts

48 Messaging

49 Email

51 Google Mail

52 Hangouts

Basics

20 Indicator icons

21 Using the touch screen

24 Control motions

26 Notifications

26 Home screen

29 Using applications

29 Applications screen

53 Google+

53 G+ Photos

54 ChatON

Web & network

55 Internet

56 Chrome

57 Bluetooth

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Media

59 Music

61 Camera

66 Gallery

68 Video

70 YouTube

71 Radio

Application & media stores

73 Play Store

74 Samsung Apps

74 Play Books

75 Play Games

Travel & local

87 Maps

88 Local

88 Navigation

Settings

89 About Settings

89 Connections

92 My device

101 Accounts

102 More

104 Google Settings

75 Play Music

75 Play Magazine

75 Play Movies

Utilities

76 Memo

77 S Planner

79 Dropbox

80 Clock

82 Calculator

82 Voice Recorder

84 Google

84 Voice Search

85 My Files

Troubleshooting

86 Downloads

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Getting started

Proximity sensor

Headset jack

Device layout

Front camera

Volume button

Home button

Menu button

Multipurpose jack

Earpiece

Touch screen

Back button

Microphone

Power button

Memory card slot

GPS antenna

Rear camera

Flash

Speaker

Back cover

Main antenna

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Buttons

Button Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has

Power

Menu

Home

Back

Volume

fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.

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Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.

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Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

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

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

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

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Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the
included battery.

Remove the back cover.

1

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

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

Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

2

Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 1 (
USIM card into SIM card slot 2 (

2 ).

1 ) and the secondary SIM or

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

Insert the battery.

3

Replace the back cover.

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Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Remove the back cover.

1

Pull out the battery.

2

Pull out the SIM or USIM card.

3

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Charging the battery

Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also
used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.

Charging with the charger

Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the device, and plug the large
end of the charger into an electric socket.

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

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.

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

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.

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

After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the
device.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.

Checking the battery charge status

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

Charging Fully charged

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Reducing the battery consumption

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

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

Inserting a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the
memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the

My Files

→

All files

→

SD memory card

folder.

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Open the cover of the memory card slot.

1

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.

2

Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

3

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

Open the cover of the memory card slot.

1

Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

2

Close the cover of the memory card slot.

3

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

→

More

→

Storage

→

Unmount SD card

.

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Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap

Format SD card

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

→

Erase everything

Apps

→

Settings

→

More

→

Storage

.

→

Format SD card

→

Turning the device on and off

When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.

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

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Press and hold the Power button and tap
features.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Flight mode

to disable the wireless

Power off

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Holding the device

Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.

Locking and unlocking the device

When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is
turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.

Adjusting the volume

Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.

Switching to silent mode

Use one of the following methods:

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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.

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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap

Mute

or

Vibrate

.

Sound

or

Vibrate

.

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Switching between networks

When you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can use two different subscriptions on the same
network without the need to carry two devices at the same time. Activate two cards and
switch between them when making calls or sending messages.

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Your device supports dual standby with two different networks. You cannot make
or answer calls on both networks at the same time.

Activating SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap
both of the switches for the SIM or USIM cards to the right.

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

SIM card manager

. Drag one or

Changing the display name and icon of SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap
or USIM card, and then tap
each card.

Apps

→

Select icon

Settings

or

Register name

→

My device

→

SIM card manager

. Set a display name and icon for

. Select a SIM

Switching between networks

When two SIM or USIM cards are activated, network selection icons appear on the dashboard
of the notifications panel. Open the notifications panel and then select a network.

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Indicator icons

The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the
device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

Icon Meaning

No signal

/

/

Signal strength

Currently accessing SIM or USIM card

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

Synced with the web

Connected to computer

No SIM or USIM card

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Silent mode activated

Vibration mode activated

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Icon Meaning

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Using the touch screen

Use only fingers to use the touch screen.

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

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Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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

Finger gestures

Tapping

To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.

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Dragging

To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the
target position.

Double-tapping

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

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Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up
or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.

Pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Control motions

Simple motions allow easy control of the device.

Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Motions and gestures

, and then drag the

Motions and

gestures

switch to the right.

Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control
motions properly.

Rotating the screen

Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.

To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect

Screen rotation

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.

Some applications do not allow screen rotation.

Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The
calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.

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Picking up

When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has
turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages.

Turning over

Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when
using the speaker).

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Notifications

Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new
messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open
the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel,
drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

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

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Wi-Fi

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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GPS

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

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Sound

mode.

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Screen rotation

: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent

: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.

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Bluetooth

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Mobile data

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Blocking mode

will block all notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap

My device

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Wi-Fi hotspot

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Hands-free mode

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Sync

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Flight mode

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

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

: Activate or deactivate the data connection.

: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, your device

→

Blocking mode

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.

: Activate or deactivate driving mode.

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

: Activate or deactivate flight mode.

.

Home screen

Settings

→

The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator
icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.

The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.

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Rearranging items

Adding an application icon

On the Home screen, tap
preview.

Apps

, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel

Adding an item

Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.

Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following
categories:

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Apps and widgets

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Folder

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Page

: Create a new folder.

: Add a new panel to the Home screen.

: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.

Moving an item

Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the
side of the screen.

Removing an item

Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home
screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item.

Rearranging panels

Adding a new panel

Tap →

Moving a panel

Tap →

Edit page

Edit page

→ .

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

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Removing a panel

Tap →
top of the screen.

Edit page

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the

Setting wallpaper

Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.

On the Home screen, tap
following:

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Gallery

Internet.

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Live wallpapers

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Wallpapers

Then, select an image and tap
frame, and then tap

: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the

: See animated images.

: See wallpaper images.

Done

→

Set wallpaper

Set wallpaper

.

→

Home screen

. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the

, and then select one of the

Using widgets

Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your
Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen.

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Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in
additional charges.

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The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Adding widgets to the Home screen

On the Home screen, tap
tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen.

Using the setting shortcut widget

On the Home screen, tap
a list of setting options. Select a setting option to add it to the Home screen as a shortcut.

Apps

Apps

→

Widgets

→

Widgets

. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then

, and then tap and hold

Settings Shortcut

to open

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Using applications

This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet
applications.

Opening an application

On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it.

Opening from recently-used applications

Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.

Select an application icon to open.

Closing an application

Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.

Press and hold the Home button, tap
To close all running applications, tap
and then tap

.

, and then tap

End all

. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button,

End

next to an application to close it.

Applications screen

The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications
installed.

On the Home screen, tap

To view other panels, scroll left or right.

Rearranging applications

Apps

to open the Applications screen.

Tap →
another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to

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Organising with folders

Put related applications together in a folder for convenience.

Tap
name and then tap
to save the arrangement.

→

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to

OK

. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap

Create folder

. Enter a folder

Rearranging panels

Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

Installing applications

Use application stores, such as

Samsung Apps

, to download and install applications.

Uninstalling applications

Tap →

Uninstall

Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.

, and then select an application to uninstall it.

Save

Sharing applications

Share downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.

Tap
next steps vary depending on the method selected.

→

Share app

, select applications, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method. The

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marks.

Set options for the Samsung

Entering text

Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.

Changing the keyboard type

Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap
the type of keyboard to use.

Using the Samsung keyboard

Changing the keyboard layout

Tap →

keyboard

Alphabets

.

On the 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap
repeatedly the key corresponding to the character.

or

Numbers and symbols

keyboard.

Enter uppercase.

, and then tap

Choose input method

Qwerty keyboard

Delete a preceding character.

, and then select

or

3x4

Break to the next line.

Enter numerals and punctuation

Enter a space.

Entering uppercase

Tap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.

Changing language keyboards

Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language
keyboards.

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Entering text by voice

Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays
what you speak.

If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an
alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list.

To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap

Cut

to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and
then tap

→

Paste

.

Copy

to copy or

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other
devices. (p. 89)

Turning Wi-Fi on and off

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.

Wi-Fi

to turn it on or off.

Joining Wi-Fi networks

On the Applications screen, tap
switch to the right.

Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and
then tap
connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available.

Connect

. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device

Settings

→

Connections

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→

Wi-Fi

, and then drag the

Wi-Fi

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Adding Wi-Fi networks

If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap
bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in
type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap

Network SSID

Add Wi-Fi network

, select the security

Connect

.

at the

Forgetting Wi-Fi networks

Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the
device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then
tap

Forget

.

Setting up accounts

Google applications, such as
requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best
experience with the device.

Play Store

, require a Google account, and

Samsung Apps

Adding accounts

Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to
set up a Google account.

To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap

Accounts

then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google
account can be used on the device.

Set up a Samsung account as well.

→

Add account

→

Google

. After that, tap

New

to sign up, or tap

Settings

Existing

→

, and

Removing accounts

On the Applications screen, tap

accounts

, select the account to remove, and then tap

Settings

→

Accounts

, select an account name under

Remove account

.

My

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Basics

Transferring files

Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.

The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are
not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer
operating system.

•

Music: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, flac, wav, amr, awb, mid, midi,
xmf, mxmf, imy, rttl, rtx, and ota

•

Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png

•

Video: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, asf, m4v, webm, and mkv

•

Document: doc, docx, dot, dotx, xls, xlsx, xltx, csv, ppt, pptx, pps, ppsx, pot, potx,
pdf, hwp, txt, asc, rtf, and zip

If the applications cannot play files in divX or ac3 format, install applications that
support them.

Connecting with Samsung Kies

Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media contents and personal
information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung
website.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch,
double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

2

Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.

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Basics

Connecting with Windows Media Player

Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.

2

Connecting as a media device

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

2

device (MTP)

Camera (PTP)

Tap
not have any appropriate driver installed.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

3

.

if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or

Connected as a media device

→

Media

Securing the device

Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by
using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

Setting a face unlock

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Face unlock

Fit your face in the frame to be captured. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock
the screen in case the face unlock fails.

.

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Basics

Setting a pattern

On the Applications screen, tap

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a PIN

On the Applications screen, tap

PIN

.

Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a password

On the Applications screen, tap

Password

Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password
again to verify it.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

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Basics

Unlocking the device

Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock
code.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Upgrading the device

The device can be upgraded to the latest software.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Upgrading with Samsung Kies

Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically
recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update
button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on
how to upgrade.

•

Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is
upgrading.

•

While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer.
Doing so may interfere with the update process.

Upgrading over the air

The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air
(FOTA) service.

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

More

→

About device

→

Software update

→

Update

.

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Communication

Phone

Use this application to make or answer a call.

Tap

Phone

Making calls

Making a call

Use one of the following methods:

•

Keypad

•

Logs

on the Applications screen.

: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap or .

: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages.

•

Favourites

•

Contacts

: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.

: Make a call from the contacts list.

Speed dial numbers

For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.

Number prediction

When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to
make a call.

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Communication

Finding contacts

Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As
characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it.

Making an international call

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone
number, and then tap

or .

During a call

The following actions are available:

•

: Hold a call. Tap to retrieve the held call.

•

Add call

•

Keypad

•

End call

•

Speaker

the speakerphone.

•

Mute

•

Headset

•

Swap

•

Merge

: Dial a second call.

: Open the keypad.

: End the current call.

: Activate the speakerphone. Keep the device away from your ears when using

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Switch between two calls.

: Make a multiparty call when connected to two calls. Repeat this to add more

parties. This feature is available only if the multiparty call service is active.

•

•

•

•

•

→

Contacts

→

Message

→

Memo

→

Transfer

the conversation.

→

Manage conference call

multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.

: Open the contacts list.

: Send a message.

: Create a memo.

: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from

: Have a private conversation with one party during a

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Communication

Adding contacts

To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap

to contacts

.

Add

Sending a message

Tap →

Send message

to send a message to the number on display.

Viewing call logs

Tap

Logs

to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.

To filter a call log, tap

→

View

, and then select an option.

Fixed dialling number

The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those
prefixes are stored in the SIM or USIM card.

Tap
and then enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. Tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Fixed Dialling Numbers

FDN list

→

Enable FDN

and add numbers.

,

Call barring

The device can be set to prevent certain calls from being made. For example, international
calling can be disabled.

Tap
barring option, and then enter a password.

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call barring

, select a call type, select a call

Receiving calls

Answering a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When a second call comes in,
end or hold the first call.

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Communication

Rejecting a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap

→

the rejection message, tap

Call settings

→

Set up call reject messages

Reject call with message

.

. To create

Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers

Tap →

Auto reject list

Call settings

. Tap

Create

→

Call rejection

, enter a number, assign a category, and then tap

→

Auto reject mode

→

Auto reject numbers

Save

→

.

Missed calls

If a call is missed, appears on the status bar. Open the notifications panel to view the list of
missed calls.

Call waiting

Call waiting is a service provided by the service provider. A user can use this service to
suspend a current call and switch to an incoming call.

To make use of this service, tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call waiting

.

Call forwarding

The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.

Tap
type and condition. Enter a number and tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Enable

Call forwarding

.

, and then select a call

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Communication

Video calls

Making a video call

Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap .

During a video call

The following actions are available:

•

Switch camera

•

Mute

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

•

End call

: End the current call.

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options:

•

•

→

Hide me

→

Outgoing image

→

Keypad

→

Switch to headset

→

Speaker off

→

Animated emotions

→

Theme view

→

Enable cartoon view

Capture image

Record video

It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior
permission.

: Hide your image from the other party.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

: Open the keypad.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Deactivate the speakerphone feature.

: Apply emotional icons to your image.

: Apply decorative icons to your image.

: Change the view mode to the cartoon view.

: Capture the other party’s image.

: Take a video of the other party’s images.

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Communication

Tap and hold your image to access the following options:

•

Switch camera

•

Outgoing image

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

Swapping images

Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.

Listening to a voice message

Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.

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Communication

Contacts

Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and
others.

Tap

Contacts

Managing contacts

Tap

Contacts

Creating a contact

Tap and enter contact information.

•

: Add an image.

on the Applications screen.

.

•

/ : Add or delete a contact field.

Editing a contact

Select a contact to edit, and then tap .

Deleting a contact

Tap →

Delete

.

Setting a speed dial number

Tap →
remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap

Speed dial setting

, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To

Remove

.

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Communication

Searching for contacts

Tap

Contacts

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Use the index at the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger
along it.

•

Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.

Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:

•

: Add to favourite contacts.

•

/ : Make a voice or video call.

.

•

•

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

Displaying contacts

Tap

Contacts

By default, the device shows all saved contacts.

Tap

→

.

Contacts to display

, and then select a location where contacts are saved.

Moving contacts

Tap

Contacts

Moving contacts to Google

Tap →

Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with

.

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Google

.

in the contacts list.

Moving contacts to Samsung

Tap →

Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Samsung

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.

in the contacts list.

Communication

Importing and exporting contacts

Tap

Contacts

Importing contacts

.

Tap →

from SIM card

Import/Export

.

→

Exporting contacts

Tap →

.

card

Import/Export

→

Sharing contacts

Tap →

Share namecard via

Favourite contacts

Tap

Favourites

Tap

•

Search

, and then take one of the following actions:

.

: Search for contacts.

Import from USB storage, Import from SD card

Export to USB storage, Export to SD card

, select contacts, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method.

, or

Export to SIM

, or

Import

•

Add to favourites

•

Remove from favourites

•

Grid view

/

List view

: Add contacts to favourites.

: Remove contacts from favourites.

: View contacts in grid or list form.

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Communication

Contact groups

Tap

Groups

Adding contacts to a group

.

Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap

Managing groups

Tap , and then take one of the following actions:

•

Create

•

Search

•

Change order

position, and then tap

•

Delete groups

deleted.

: Make a new group.

: Search for contacts.

: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another

Done

: Select user-added groups, and then tap

.

Delete

. Default groups cannot be

Sending a message or email to a group’s members

Select a group, tap →

Send message

or

Send email

, select members, and then tap

Done

.

Done

.

Business card

Tap

Contacts

Create a business card and send it to others.

Tap

Set up my profile

address, and then tap
select the business card in

Tap

→

.

, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal

Save

. If user information has been saved when you set up the device,

ME

, and then tap to edit.

Share namecard via

, and then select a sharing method.

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Communication

Messaging

Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).

Tap

Messaging

You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are
outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider.

Sending messages

Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap or .

Use the following methods to add recipients:

•

Enter a phone number.

on the Applications screen.

•

Tap , select contacts, and then tap

Use the following methods to make a multimedia message:

•

Tap , and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

•

Tap →

Add subject

to enter a subject.

Done

.

Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
The device will send the message at the specified time and date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Scheduling

. Set a time and date, and then tap

Done

.

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Communication

Viewing incoming messages

Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

Select a contact to view the person’s message.

Listening to a voice message

Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.

Email

Use this application to send or view email messages.

Tap

Email

on the Applications screen.

Setting up email accounts

Set up an email account when opening

Enter the email address and password. Tap
Mail, or tap
instructions to complete the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

Manual setup

for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen

Email

Next

→

Settings

for the first time.

for a private email account, such as Google

→

Add account

.

Sending messages

Tap the email account to use, and then tap at the top of the screen. Enter recipients,
subject, and message, and then tap

Tap

Tap

Tap
message.

to add a recipient from the contacts list.

to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

→ to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the

.

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Communication

Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
and date, and then tap

Done

. The device will send the message at the specified time and

Scheduled email

. Tick

Scheduled email

, set a time

date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Reading messages

Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new
messages, tap

Tap a message to read.

.

Add this email address to the

contacts list.

Reply to all recipients.

Reply to the message.

Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap

Mark the message as a reminder.

Open attachments.

Forward the message.

Delete the message.

Save

to save it.

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Communication

Google Mail

Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.

Tap

Google Mail

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service
provider.

Sending messages

In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap .

on the Applications screen.

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

→

Attach picture

→

Attach video

→

Add Cc/Bcc

→

Save draft

→

Discard

→

Settings

→

Send feedback

→

Help

to access help information for the Google Mail.

to attach images.

to attach videos.

to add more recipients.

to save the message for later delivery.

to start over.

to change the Google Mail settings.

to report your opinions for application development.

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Communication

Mark the message as a reminder.

Reading messages

Delete this message.

Keep this message for long-term

Add this email address to the

contacts list.

Preview attachment.

Labels

Mark the message as unread.

storage.

Reply to this message.

Reply to all recipients or forward
this message to others.

Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is
launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.

Tap

to view messages in other labels.

To add a label to a message, select the message, tap
label to assign.

Hangouts

Use this application to chat with others.

Tap

Hangouts

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results
to start chatting.

on the Applications screen.

→

Change labels

, and then select the

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Communication

Google+

Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.

Tap

Tap

Google+

All

to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Tap

to use other social network features.

G+ Photos

Use this application to share images or videos via Google’s social network service.

Tap

G+ Photos

Tap

•

Share

•

•

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

→ to select images or videos, and then use one of the following:

: Share the images or videos via Hangouts.

: Delete the images or videos.

: Create a new album and copy the images or videos.

on the Applications screen.

: Share the images or videos.

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Communication

ChatON

Use this application to chat with any device. To use this application, you must sign in to your
Samsung account or verify your phone number.

Tap

ChatON

Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts,
or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.

Select a buddy to start chatting.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

To sync contacts on the device with ChatON, tap

Tap

→

Start chat

and select a buddy to start chatting.

→

Settings

→

Contact sync

.

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Web & network

Internet

Use this application to browse the Internet.

Tap

Internet

Viewing webpage

Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.

on the Applications screen.

Tap

to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage.

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New window

.

, scroll left or right, and tap the page to select it.

Searching the web by voice

Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Bookmarks

To bookmark the current webpage, tap →

To open a bookmarked webpage, tap

→

Bookmarks

Bookmark this page

, and then select one.

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.

Web & network

History

Tap →
history, tap

Tap

→

History

→

History

to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the

Clear history

→

Most visited

.

to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages.

Saved pages

To view saved webpages, tap →

Saved pages

.

Links

Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, share, or copy.

To view saved links, tap

→

Downloads

.

Sharing webpages

To share a webpage address with others, tap →

Share page

.

To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap

Chrome

Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.

Tap

Chrome

Viewing webpages

Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Share via

.

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Web & network

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New tab

.

, and then select a webpage.

Searching the web by voice

Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.

Syncing with other devices

Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged
in with the same Google account.

To view open tabs on other devices, tap

To view bookmarks, tap

→

Bookmarks

→

Other devices

.

. Select a webpage to open.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use
Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices.

•

Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via the Bluetooth feature.

•

Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.

•

Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.

•

Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).

Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth
feature.

To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap

Bluetooth

, and then drag the

Bluetooth

switch to the right.

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Settings

→

Connections

→

Web & network

Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Applications screen, tap
detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto­generated passkey on both devices to confirm.

Settings

→

Connections

→

Bluetooth

→

Scan

, and

Sending and receiving data

Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is

→

select an image, tap
that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image.
The transferred file is saved in the
contacts list automatically.

Bluetooth

, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After

Bluetooth

folder. If a contact is received, it is added to the

Gallery

. Open

Gallery

,

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Media

Music

Use this application to listen to music.

Tap

Music

Playing music

Select a music category, and then select a song to play.

Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen.

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

Scan DLNA-enabled devices.

Set the file as your favourite

song.

Turn on shuffle.

Hide the music player screen.

Restart the currently-playing

song or skip to the previous
song. Tap and hold to move

backwards quickly.

Adjust the volume.

Change the repeat mode.

Open the playlist.

Skip to the next song. Tap and
hold to move forwards quickly.

Pause and resume playback.

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Media

To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap →

Adapt Sound

option is not applied to music playback. If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower, the
option is reapplied.

→ On. When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound

Settings

→

Setting a song as ringtone

To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap →

Set as

→

Phone ringtone

.

Creating playlists

Make an own selection of songs.

Tap

Playlists

select songs to include, and then tap

To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap

, and then tap →

Create playlist

Done

.

. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap

→

Add to playlist

.

Add music

,

Playing music by mood

Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. To use this
feature, set the music square menu to appear at the top of the music library by tapping

Settings
square

Tap

→

Music menu

→ →

Music square

→

Music square

Library update

and select a cell of mood. Or select multiple cells by dragging your finger.

.

→

Done

. When a new song is added, tap

Music

→

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Media

Camera

Use this application to take photos or videos.

Use

Gallery

Tap

Camera

Camera etiquette

•

Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.

•

Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.

to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 66)

on the Applications screen.

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in
some modes that require high resolutions.

•

Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

Taking photos

Taking a photo

Tap to take a photo.

Indicates the current

camera settings.

View more options.

Switch between the

front and rear camera.

Display current mode.

Start taking a video.

Open Gallery to view

photos and videos.

Change the shooting
mode.

Select among
various effects that
are available.

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Shooting mode

Several photo effects are available.

Tap

MODE

•

Auto

mode for the photo.

•

Best photo

•

Continuous shot

•

Sound & shot

, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.

: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal

: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one.

: Use this to take a series of photos of moving subjects.

: Use this to take a photo with sound.

Tap

•

Panorama

To get the best shot, follow these tips.

–

–

–

•

Sports

•

Night

to take a photo. The device records a few seconds of audio after taking a photo.

While taking photos in this mode, sound is recorded by the internal microphone.

: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together.

Move the camera slowly in one direction.

Keep the camera’s viewfinder within the guide frame.

Avoid taking photos of a subject in front of unrecognisable backgrounds, such as
empty skies or plain walls.

: Use this setting for fast-moving subjects.

: Use this setting for images taken in darker conditions.

Panoramic photos

A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots.

Tap

MODE

Tap
viewfinder, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop
shooting, tap

→

Panorama

and move the camera in one direction. When the blue frame aligns with the

.

.

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Taking videos

Taking a video

Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap .

Tap

to take photos while taking a video.

Recording mode

Tap → to change the recording mode.

•

Normal

•

Limit for MMS

: Use this mode for normal quality.

: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messages.

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Zooming in and out

Use one of the following methods:

•

Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.

•

Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.

The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting
video.

Configuring settings for Camera

Tap → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available
in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the
mode used.

•

Photo size

takes up more memory.

•

Focus mode

close objects.

•

Metering

/

Video size

: Select a focus mode.

: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.

: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it

Auto focus

is camera-controlled.

Macro

is for very

Centre-weighted

the light value at a specific location.

measures background light in the centre of the scene.

Matrix

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averages the entire scene.

Spot

measures

Media

•

ISO

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film­camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are
for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects.

•

GPS tag

•

Volume key

function.

•

Timer

: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.

•

To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be
obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather
conditions.

•

Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet.
To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.

: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom

: Use this for delayed-time shots.

•

White balance

range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar
to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras.

•

Exposure value

camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.

•

Guidelines

•

Flash

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

•

Contextual filename

Buddy in

•

Save as flipped

•

Storage

•

Reset

: Select the memory location for storage.

: Reset the camera settings.

: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour

: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

: Set the camera to display contextual tags. Activate this to use Tag

Gallery

.

: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene.

Shortcuts

Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.

Tap

Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the top of the screen. The other icons can be
moved within the list by tapping and dragging them.

→

Edit quick settings

.

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Gallery

Use this application to view images and videos.

Tap

Gallery

Viewing images

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

Launching
an image, the
capturing a screenshot automatically creates the
it.

In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen.

Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.

Gallery

Download

displays available folders. When another application, such as

folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise,

Screenshots

folder. Select a folder to open

Email

, saves

Zooming in and out

Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image:

•

Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.

•

Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to
return.

Playing videos

Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .

Trimming segments of a video

Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the
end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video.

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Editing images

When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:

•

Favourite

•

Slideshow

•

Photo frame

: Add to the favourites list.

: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder.

: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved

in the

•

Photo note

•

Copy to clipboard

•

Print

compatible with the device.

•

Rename

•

Buddy photo share

•

Rotate left

•

Rotate right

•

Crop

•

Set as

•

Details

•

Settings

Photo frame

: Use this to write a note on the back of the image.

: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be

: Rename the file.

: Rotate anticlockwise.

: Rotate clockwise.

: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.

: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image.

: View image details.

: Change the Gallery settings.

folder.

: Copy to clipboard.

: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image.

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Deleting images

Use one of the following methods:

•

In a folder, tap →

•

When viewing an image, tap .

Select item

, select images, and then tap .

Sharing images

Use one of the following methods:

•

In a folder, tap →
or share them via social network services.

•

When viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services.

Select item

, select images, and then tap to send them to others

Setting as wallpaper

When viewing an image, tap →
contact.

Set as

Video

Use this application to play video files.

Tap

Video

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a

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Playing videos

Select a video to play.

Scan DLNA-enabled

devices.

Move forwards or

backwards by

dragging the bar.

Change screen ratio.

Restart the current
video or skip to the
previous video. Tap

and hold to move

backwards quickly.

Deleting videos

Tap →

Delete

, select videos, and then tap

Delete

Adjust the volume.

Skip to the next
video. Tap and hold
to move forwards
quickly.

Pause and resume
playback.

.

Sharing videos

Tap →

Share via

, select videos, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method.

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Add the video to the

YouTube

Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.

Tap

YouTube

Watching videos

Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Pause or resume

playback.

Move forwards or

backwards by

dragging the bar.

Change display

quality.

Sharing videos

Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method.

playlist.

Search for videos.

Send the URL to
others.

Uploading videos

Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap .

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the favourites list.

Radio

Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a
headset, which serves as the radio antenna.

Tap

Radio

Listening to the FM radio

Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio.

on the Applications screen.

The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the
first time.

Tap

to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap

to return to the FM radio screen.

Turn the FM radio on or off.

Search for an available radio

station.

Fine-tune the frequency.

Record a song from the FM radio.

Adjust the volume.

Enter radio station frequency
manually.

Access services for the current
station.

Add the current radio station to

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Scanning radio stations

Tap →
stations automatically.

Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap
screen.

Scan

, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available

to return to the FM radio

Adding stations to the favourites list

Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list.

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Application & media stores

Play Store

Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run
on the device.

Tap

Play Store

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Installing applications

Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.

on the Applications screen.

Select an application to view information. To download it, tap
for the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.

•

When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon
appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications
panel and tap the icon to update the application.

•

To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, on the
Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

More

→

INSTALL

Security

. If there is a charge

→

Unknown sources

.

Uninstalling applications

Uninstall the applications purchased from

Tap
then tap

→

My apps

UNINSTALL

, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and

.

Play Store

.

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Application & media stores

Samsung Apps

Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more
information, visit

Tap

Samsung Apps

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

If a Samsung account is not registered, follow on-screen instructions to create a Samsung
account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap

Accept

to agree to them.

www.samsungapps.com

on the Applications screen.

.

Installing applications

Browse applications by category. Tap

To search for an application, tap
search field.

Select an application to view information. To download it, tap
the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase

CATEGORY

at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the

to select a category.

Free

. If there is a charge for

process.

When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears
at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and
tap the icon to update the application.

Play Books

Use this application to read and download book files.

Tap

Play Books

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

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Application & media stores

Play Games

Use this application to download and play games.

Tap

Play Games

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

Play Music

Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud
service.

Tap

Play Music

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Play Magazine

Use this application to read and download magazines.

Tap

Play Magazines

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

Play Movies

Use this application to watch, download, and rent movies or TV shows.

Tap

Play Movies

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Utilities

Memo

Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.

Tap

Memo

Composing memos

on the Applications screen.

Tap , enter a memo, and then tap

To change the background colour, tap

To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap

Save

.

→

Colour

Browsing memos

Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.

To edit the memo, tap the memo.

To search for a memo, tap

To delete memos, tap

To sort memos by date or colour, tap

To print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap

To send the text in memos to others, tap

To send memos to others, tap

→

→

Search

Delete

→

.

.

→

Share via

Sort by

→

.

Share text via

.

.

→

Lock

.

→

Print

.

.

To import memos from Google Docs, tap

To export memos as another file format, press the Menu button, tap

To change the memo settings, tap

→

→

Import

Settings

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.

.

→

Export

.

Utilities

Viewing a memo

Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.

Tap

•

•

•

•

•

•

and use the following:

Delete

Colour

Lock

Print

Share text via

Share via

: Delete the memo.

: Change the background colour.

: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it.

: Print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection.

: Send the text in the memo to others.

: Send the memo to others.

S Planner

Use this application to manage events and tasks.

Tap

S Planner

Creating events or tasks

on the Applications screen.

Tap and then use one of the following methods:

•

Add event

•

Add task

To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.

: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting.

: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.

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Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap

Edit task details

advance alert, or where it takes place.

Invite others to the event by sending a message or email. Enter the phone number or email
address to the

Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the

next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the

map that appears.

to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an

Participants

field, or tap to open the contacts list.

Edit event details

Location

field, tap

or

Syncing with Google Calendar

On the Applications screen, tap
Google account, and then tick

To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap

To display synced events or tasks, tap
account.

Settings

Sync Calendar

→

Accounts

→

.

Calendars

→

→

Google

S Planner

Display

under

, and then tick the Google

My accounts

→

→

Sync

→ a

.

Changing calendar type

Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others
at the right side of the screen.

Searching for events

Tap →

To view today’s events, tap

Search

, and then enter a keyword to search for.

Today

at the top of the screen.

Deleting events

Select an event or task, and then tap →

Delete

→ OK.

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Dropbox

Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When
you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other
computers that have Dropbox installed.

Dropbox

Tap

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

When running Dropbox for the first time, tap
instructions to complete the setup.

Once Dropbox is activated, photos and videos taken with the device’s camera are uploaded to
Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap
or create albums, tap

To upload files to Dropbox, tap
To open files in Dropbox, select a file.

While viewing images or videos, tap
favourites list, tap

on the Applications screen.

, and then select files.

→ →

to add it to the favourites list. To open files in the

.

Start

to activate it. Follow the on-screen

Upload here

. To share or delete files

→

Photos or videos

or

Other files

.

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Utilities

Clock

Use this application to set alarms, check the time of many major cities in the world, measure
the duration of an event, or set a timer.

Tap

Clock

on the Applications screen.

Turn this alarm on or off.

Alarm

Setting alarms

Tap

Create alarm

then tap

•

•

•

Save

Location alarm

Snooze

time.

Smart alarm

, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and

.

: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset

: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time.

: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.

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Stopping alarms

Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat
the alarm after a specified length of time.

Deleting alarms

Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap

Delete

.

World clock

Creating clocks

Tap

Add city

To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap

, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.

Deleting clocks

Tap and hold the clock, and then tap

Delete

.

Stopwatch

Tap

Start

Tap

to time an event. Tap

Reset

to clear lap time records.

Lap

to record lap times.

DST settings

.

Timer

Set the duration, and then tap

Drag

outside the large circle when the timer goes off.

Start

.

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Calculator

Use this application for simple or complex calculations.

Tap

Calculator

on the Applications screen.

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If

rotation

To see the calculation history, tap

To clear the history, tap

is disabled, tap →

Scientific calculator

to hide the keypad.

→

Clear history

.

.

Screen

Voice Recorder

Use this application to record or play voice memos.

Tap

Voice Recorder

Recording voice memos

Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the top of the device. Tap to pause
recording. Tap

on the Applications screen.

to finish recording.

Start recording.

Change the recording quality.

Recording elapsed time.

Display the list of voice memos.

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Playing voice memos

Select a voice memo to play.

•

: Trim the voice memo.

•

•

•

•

To send a voice memo to others, tap

: Adjust the playback speed.

: Pause playback.

/ : Skip to the previous or next voice memo.

/ : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards.

→

Share via

, and then select a sharing method.

Managing voice memos

In the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following:

•

Share via

•

Delete

•

Settings

•

End

: Close the voice recorder.

: Select voice memos to send, and then select a sharing method.

: Select voice memos to delete.

: Change the voice recorder settings.

Saving files with contextual tags

In the list of voice memos, tap →

Settings

→

Contextual filename

→ On.

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Utilities

Google

Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents
on the device as well.

Tap

Google

Searching the device

Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a
keyword.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Search scope

To select what applications to search, tap →
items to search for.

Settings

→

Phone search

, and then tick the

Google Now

Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public
transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it.

Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now

→

settings, tap

Settings

→

Google Now

.

Voice Search

Use this application to search webpages by speaking.

Tap

Voice Search

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Speak a keyword or phrase when

Speak now

appears on the screen.

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Utilities

My Files

Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos,
songs, and sound clips.

Tap

My Files

Viewing files

Select a category, and then select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap .

on the Applications screen.

To return to the root directory, tap

In a folder, tap

•

Select all

•

Create folder

•

Search

•

View by

•

Sort by

•

Settings

: Search for files.

: Sort files or folders.

, and then use one of the following options:

: Select all files to apply the same option to them at once.

: Create a folder.

: Change the view mode.

: Change the file manager settings.

.

Adding shortcuts to folders

Add a shortcut of frequently-used folders to the root directory. Tap →

OK

a shortcut name, tap

, select a folder, and then tap

Set here

.

Add shortcut

, enter

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Downloads

Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.

Tap

Downloads

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

To see the files downloaded from the Internet, tap

downloads

Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.

To sort the files by size, tap

To sort the files by date, tap

to see the files downloaded from other applications, such as

Sort by size

Sort by date

.

.

Internet downloads

, otherwise, tap

Email

.

Other

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Travel & local

Maps

Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.

Tap

Maps

Searching for locations

Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a
location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Getting directions for a destination

Tap to set starting and ending locations, and then select a travel method. The device
shows the routes to get to the destination.

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Travel & local

Local

Use this application to search for nearby restaurants, banks, bus stops, and more.

Tap

Local

Select a place category, and then select a place from the list of search results. Once the
location is found, view the place information, such as its location on the map or comments
from others. You can also rate the place, leave comments, and share the information with
others.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Navigation

Use this application to search for a route to a destination.

Tap

Navigation

•

•

Specify the destination by using various methods, such as speaking or entering the
destination address. Once a route is found, follow the on-screen instructions to navigate to
the destination.

on the Applications screen.

Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ
from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. Follow all
safety warnings and regulations while driving.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Settings

About Settings

Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.

Tap

Settings

Connections

Wi-Fi

Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.

on the Applications screen.

To use options, tap

•

Advanced

•

WPS push button

•

WPS PIN entry

Wi-Fi

→ .

: Customise Wi-Fi settings.

: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button.

: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.

Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy

Tap

Wi-Fi

→ →

When the screen is turned off, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections.
When this happens, the device automatically accesses data networks if it is set to use
them. This may incur data transfer fees. To avoid data-usage bills, set this option to

Always

Advanced

.

→

Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep

.

Setting Network notification

The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify
when available.

Tap

Wi-Fi

→ →

Advanced

and tick

Network notification

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to activate this feature.

Settings

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access
point.

Tap

Wi-Fi

→

Wi-Fi Direct

.

Bluetooth

Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.

To use more options, tap

•

Visibility timeout

•

Received files

: Set duration that the device is visible.

: View received files via the Bluetooth feature.

.

Data usage

Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation.

•

Mobile data

•

Set mobile data limit

•

Data usage cycle

To use more options, tap

•

Data roaming

•

Restrict background data

a mobile network.

: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network.

: Set a limit for the mobile data usage.

: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage.

.

: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming.

: Set the device to disable sync in the background while using

•

Auto sync data

information to sync for each account in

•

Show Wi-Fi usage

•

Mobile hotspots

background from using them.

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what

: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi.

: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the

Settings

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→

Accounts

.

Settings

More networks

Customise settings to control networks.

Flight mode

This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

Mobile networks

•

Mobile data

•

Data roaming

your home network is not available.

•

Access Point Names

•

Network mode SIM 1

: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services.

: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or

: Set up access point names (APNs).

: Select a network type for SIM card slot 1.

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Network mode SIM 2

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Network operators

: Select a network type for SIM card slot 2.

: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming.

Tethering and portable hotspot

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Portable Wi-Fi hotspot

network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.

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USB tethering

a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless
modem for the computer.

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Bluetooth tethering

connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.

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Help

: Learn more about USB, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth tethering.

: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with

: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile

: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile network

VPN

Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).

Kies via Wi-Fi

Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.

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Settings

My device

Lock screen

Change settings for the locked screen.

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Screen lock

on the screen lock feature selected.

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Multiple widgets

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Lock screen widgets

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Favourite apps or Camera

launch the camera application automatically when you swipe panels to the left on the
locked screen.

: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending

: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen.

:

: Set the device to show shortcuts for each application or

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Clock or personal message

the locked screen. The following options may vary, depending on your selection.

For a clock:

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Dual clock

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Clock size

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Show date

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Owner information

For a personal message:

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Edit personal message

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Shortcuts

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Unlock effect

: Set the device to show the dual clock.

: Change the size of the clock.

: Set the device to show the date with the clock.

: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.

: Select an effect when you unlock the screen.

: Set the device to show a clock or personal message on

: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.

: Edit the personal message.

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Help text

: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen.

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Settings

Display

Change the settings for the display.

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Wallpaper

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Home screen

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Lock screen

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Home and lock screens

locked screen.

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Notification panel

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Brightness

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Auto-rotate screen

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Screen timeout

:

: Select a background image for the Home screen.

: Select a background image for the locked screen.

: Select a background image for the Home screen and the

: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel.

: Set the brightness of the display.

: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned.

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s

backlight.

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Daydream

desktop dock or charging.

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Font style

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Font size

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Touch key light duration

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Display battery percentage

: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is connected to a

: Change the font type for display text.

: Change the font size.

: Set the duration for the touch button backlight.

: Set the device to display the remaining battery life.

Sound

Change settings for various sounds on the device.

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Volume

notifications.

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Ringtone

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Vibrations

: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and

: Add or select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.

: Add or select a vibration pattern.

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Vibrate when ringing

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Dialling keypad tone

: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.

: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad.

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Settings

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Touch sounds

touch screen.

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Screen lock sound

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Adapt Sound

listening to music.

: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the

: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen.

: Personalise the sound for the ear you use most during calls or while

Home screen mode

Select a Home screen mode (standard or easy).

Call

Customise the settings for calling features.

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Call rejection

: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone

numbers to the reject list.

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Set up call reject messages

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Answering/ending calls

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The home key answers calls

pressing the Home button.

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The power key ends calls

button.

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Turn off screen during calls

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Call alerts

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Answer vibration

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Call-end vibration

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Call connect tone

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Minute minder

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Call end tone

:

: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.

: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call.

: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone.

: Activate or deactivate the minute minder tone.

: Activate or deactivate the call disconnection tone.

: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call.

:

: Set the device to answer an incoming call when

: Set the device to end a call when pressing the Power

: Set the device to turn on the proximity sensor during a call.

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Alerts during calls

: Set the device to alert you to events during a call.

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Settings

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Call accessories

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Automatic answering

(available only when a headset is connected).

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Automatic answering timer

answering calls.

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Outgoing call conditions

headset, even when your device is locked.

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Outgoing call type

Bluetooth headset.

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Auto redial

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Additional settings

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Caller ID

:

: Set the device to answer automatically after a specified period

: Select the length of time that the device waits before

: Set the device to allow outgoing calls with a Bluetooth

: Select the type of outgoing calls to make when you use a

: Activate auto redial for calls that were not connected or that were cut off.

:

: Display your caller ID to other parties for outgoing calls.

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Call forwarding

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Auto area code

before a phone number.

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Call barring

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Call waiting

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Fixed Dialling Numbers

in the FDN list. Enter the PIN2 supplied with your SIM or USIM card.

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Ringtones and keypad tones

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Ringtones

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Vibrations

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Vibrate when ringing

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Keypad tones

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Personalise call sound

: Divert incoming calls to another number.

: Set the device to insert a prefix (area or country code) automatically

: Block incoming or outgoing calls.

: Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress.

: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.

: Add or select a vibration pattern.

: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad.

: Select a type of call sound to use with a headset.

: Activate or deactivate FDN mode to restrict calls to numbers

:

: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.

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Video call image

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Use call fail options

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Voicemail service

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Voicemail settings

from the service provider.

: Select an image to be shown to the other party.

: Select or set your voicemail service provider.

: Choose to try a voice call when a video call fails to connect.

: Enter the number to access the voicemail service. Obtain this number

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Settings

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Sound

•

Vibrate

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Accounts

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Use Internet calling

: Select a ringtone to alert you to new voicemails.

: Set the device to vibrate when voicemails are received.

: Set the device to accept IP calls and set up your accounts for IP call services.

: Set whether to use IP call services for all calls or only for IP calls.

Blocking mode

Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified
contacts in blocking mode.

Hands-free mode

Set the device to read contents aloud and specify applications to use in hands-free mode.

SIM card manager

Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings.

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Voice call

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Video call

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Data service network

•

Receive incoming calls

network while using data services.

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Dual SIM always on

card during a call.

When this feature is enabled, you may incur additional charges for call forwarding
depending on the region or service provider.

: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls.

: Select a SIM or USIM card for video calls.

: Select a SIM or USIM card for data service.

: Set whether or not to allow incoming calls from the GPRS

: Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM

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Settings

Safety assistance

Set the device to send a message to recipients in an emergency. Press and hold the both sides
of the Volume button for 3 seconds to send the message.

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Edit emergency message

emergency.

•

Send emergency pictures

message to the recipients.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Message interval

•

Emergency contacts

: Set an interval for resending the message.

: Edit the message that will be sent when you are in an

: Set the device to take photos and send them along with the

: Select or edit the recipients for the message.

Accessibility

Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access
and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device.

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Auto-rotate screen

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Screen timeout

backlight.

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Speak passwords

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Answering/ending calls

–

The home key answers calls

pressing the Home button.

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Answer calls by tapping

call accept button.

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The power key ends calls

button.

: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device.

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s

: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with Talkback.

:

: Set the device to answer an incoming call when

: Set the device to answer an incoming call when tapping the

: Set the device to end a call when pressing the Power

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Settings

•

Show shortcut

you press and hold the Power button.

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Manage accessibility

other devices.

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Export

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Update

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Share via

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TalkBack

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Font size

•

Magnification gestures

•

Accessibility shortcut

Power button, and then tap and hold the screen with two fingers.

: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback.

: Change the font size.

: Add a shortcut to

: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with

: Export the current accessibility settings as a file.

: Import the current accessibility settings as a file.

: Share a accessibility settings file to others.

: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures.

: Set the device to activate Talkback when you press and hold the

Accessibility

on the quick menu that appears when

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Text-to-speech options

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Preferred TTS engine

speech synthesis engines, tap

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Speech rate

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Listen to an example

•

Enhance web accessibility

content more accessible.

•

Sound balance

•

Mono audio

•

Turn off all sounds

•

Flash notification

notifications.

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Assistant menu

functions supported by external buttons or features on the notifications panel. You can

: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature.

: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset.

: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud.

: Set the flash to blink when you have incoming calls, new messages, or

: Set the device to show the assistive shortcut icon that helps you access

:

: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for

.

: Listen to the spoken text for an example.

: Set applications to install web scripts to make their web

: Mute all device sounds.

also edit the menu on the shortcut icon.

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Dominant hand

–

Edit

: Customise the items that appear on the assistant menu.

: Select the left or right hand for easy assistant menu use.

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Settings

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Tap and hold delay

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Interaction control

: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.

: Set an area of the screen to be excluded from touch inputs.

Language and input

Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the
selected language.

Language

Select a display language for all menus and applications.

Default

Select a default keyboard type for text input.

Google voice typing

To change the voice input settings, tap .

•

Choose input languages

•

Block offensive words

words in voice inputs.

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Offline speech recognition

: Select input languages for text input.

: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive

: Download and install language data for offline voice input.

Samsung keyboard

To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .

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

•

Portrait keyboard types

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Input languages

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Predictive text

: Select languages for text input.

: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and

: Change the keyboard layout.

show word suggestions. You can also customise the word prediction settings.

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Settings

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Continuous input

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Cursor control

scrolling the keyboard.

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Key-tap sound

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Advanced

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Auto capitalisation

a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.

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Auto spacing

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Auto-punctuate

bar.

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Character preview

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Tutorial

:

: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard.

: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard.

: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by

: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.

: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after

: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words.

: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space

: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped.

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Reset settings

: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.

Voice search

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Language

•

Speech output

action.

•

Block offensive words

•

Offline speech recognition

•

Bluetooth headset

when it is connected to the device.

: Select a language for the voice recognition.

: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current

: Hide offensive words from voice search results.

: Set the device to allow a voice search with a Bluetooth headset,

Text-to-speech options

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Preferred TTS engine

speech synthesis engines, tap

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Speech rate

: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature.

: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for

: Download and install language data for offline voice input.

.

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Listen to an example

: Listen to the spoken text for an example.

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