Samsung SM-A366B, SM-A366E, SM-A366DS, SM-A566B, SM-A566E User Manual

USER GUIDE

SM-A366B
SM-A366B/DS
SM-A366E/DS
SM-A566B
SM-A566B/DS
SM-A566E/DS

www.samsung.comEnglish. 02/2025. Rev.1.0

Table of Contents

Getting started

5 Device layout and functions
9 Charging the battery
12 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
14 Turning the device on and off
15 Initial setup
15 Samsung account
16 Transferring data from your previous

device (Smart Switch)
17 Understanding the screen
25 Notification panel
26 Quick settings panel
28 Screen capture and screen record
30 Entering text
32 Extracting text

65 Samsung Internet
66 Samsung Wallet
70 Samsung Health
70 Samsung Notes
71 Samsung Members
71 Samsung Kids
72 Samsung Global Goals
72 Samsung TV Plus
72 Samsung Find
72 Samsung Shop
73 Galaxy Wearable
73 Calendar
74 Reminder
74 Voice Recorder
75 My Files (Checking and managing

the files)

Apps and features

33 Installing or uninstalling apps
34 Phone
38 Contacts
41 Camera
57 Gallery
62 Bixby
63 Bixby Vision
64 Multi window (Using multiple apps

at once)

75 Clock
75 Calculator
76 Gaming Hub
76 Game Booster (Configuring your

gaming environment)
78 SmartThings
79 Sharing content
80 Music Share
81 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV

screen)
82 Google apps

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Settings

83 Introduction
83 Sign in to your Galaxy
83 Connections

85 Wi-Fi
86 Bluetooth
88 NFC and contactless payments
89 Data saver
89 Allowed networks for apps
90 Mobile Hotspot

90 More connection settings
92 Connected devices
93 Modes and Routines

93 Using modes

101 Lock screen and AOD

102 Extend Unlock
102 Always On Display (Displaying

information when the screen is
turned off)

103 Security and privacy

104 Face recognition
106 Fingerprint recognition
109 Secure Wi-Fi
110 Secure Folder

113 Samsung Pass
114 Location
114 Safety and emergency
115 Accounts and backup

116 Samsung Cloud

93 Using routines

94 Sounds and vibration

95 Sound quality and effects

96 Separate app sound
96 Notifications
97 Display

98 Motion smoothness

99 Changing the screen mode or

adjusting the display colour
100 Battery
100 Wallpaper and style
100 Themes
101 Home screen

116 Google
117 Advanced features

118 Motions and gestures
118 Video effects
119 Galaxy Avatar
120 Dual Messenger

121 Digital Wellbeing and parental

controls
121 Device care
122 Apps
123 General management
124 Accessibility
125 Software update
125 Remote management (Galaxy A36

5G)
126 About phone

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Usage notices

127 Precautions for using the device
129 Notes on package contents and

accessories

130 Maintaining water and dust

resistance

131 Device overheating situations and

solutions

Appendix

135 Troubleshooting
140 Removing the battery

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Getting started

Speaker

Getting started

Device layout and functions

Light sensor

Front camera

Volume button

Screen

SIM card tray

Side button

Fingerprint
recognition sensor

Headphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)

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Air vent hole

Speaker

Microphone

GPS antenna

Rear camera

NFC antenna

Flash

Main antenna

Speaker

Microphone

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•

When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using
speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.

•

Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.

•

If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk
of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service
Centre or an authorised service centre.

•

If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, or if these
parts are covered, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain features may
not work. If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp
object, the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected.

•

Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:

‒

If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device

‒

If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device

‒

If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection

•

If the air vent hole is covered by an accessory, such as a protective film or sticker,
unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.

•

Do not cover the light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a cover.
Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.

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Home button

Hard buttons

Button Function

•

When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.

•

Side button

Press to turn on or lock the screen.

•

Press twice or press and hold to open the app or feature you
set.

Side button +

•

Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.

Volume Down

•

button

Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.

Setting the Side button

Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side button twice or pressing and
holding the Side button.

Open

Settings

, tap

Advanced features

→

Side button

, and then select an option you

want.

Soft buttons

Recents button

Back button

When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

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Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for
extended periods.

Wired charging

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger
from the device.

Quick charging

Use a super fast charger or fast charger.

You can check the connection status of the charger by opening

Battery

.

•

If fast charging does not work, open
and then check if the feature you want is turned on. Also, check if the USB cable
and the USB power adapter are connected properly.

•

You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned
off.

Settings

, tap

Battery

Settings

→

Charging settings

and tapping

,

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Charging other devices

Use the USB cable to charge another mobile device with your phone’s battery.

Connect your phone and the other device using your phone’s USB cable. A USB connector
may be needed depending on the other device.

When charging starts, the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.

The app selection pop-up window that appears on your phone is for data transfer.
Do not select an app from the pop-up window.

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.

•

Optimise the device using the device care feature.

•

When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Side button.

•

Turn on power saving mode.

•

Close unnecessary apps.

•

Turn off the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

•

Turn off auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.

•

Decrease the backlight time.

•

Decrease the screen brightness.

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Battery charging tips and precautions

Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for
your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or
damage to your device.

•

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

•

Use only USB Type-C cable supplied with the device. The device may be
damaged if you use Micro USB cable.

•

If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be
damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging 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.

•

When using a charger, it is recommended to use an approved charger that
guarantees the charging performance.

•

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.

•

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

•

Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a
slower charging speed because of a lower electric current.

•

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

•

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

•

While charging, the device and the charger 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.

•

If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre.

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1

2

3 4

Nano-SIM card and eSIM

Insert the SIM or USIM card or download the eSIM provided by your carrier.

Differing from a physical nano-SIM card, an eSIM is an embedded digital SIM. To have
two phone numbers or carriers for a single device, insert another SIM or USIM card or
download another eSIM.

•

eSIM may not be available depending on the region, carrier, or model.

•

Some services that require a network connection may not be available
depending on the carrier.

•

Using both the nano-SIM card and the eSIM, or two eSIMs may result in slower
data transfer speeds in some areas.

Inserting the SIM or USIM card

Single SIM card tray

Dual SIM card tray

1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.

2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing

<Underside>

upwards and gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.

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4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

•

Insert the ejection pin into the tray’s hole to remove the tray.

•

Use only a nano-SIM card.

•

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.

•

Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device
may be damaged.

•

If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of
the tray.

•

If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.

•

Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

Downloading an eSIM

Open
found, follow the on-screen instructions to download the eSIM.

If you have a QR code provided by your carrier, open

manager

Settings

→

Add eSIM

and tap

Connections

→

Scan QR code

→

SIM manager

→

Add eSIM

Settings

, and then scan the QR code.

, tap

SIM manager (dual SIM models)

Open

Settings

•

SIM cards

•

eSIMs

•

Preferred SIMs

and tap

Connections

→

SIM manager

: Activate the SIM card to use and customise the SIM card settings.

: Download or activate the eSIM.

: Select to use specific SIM cards for some features, such as voice

calls, when two cards are activated.

•

Data switching

: Set the device to use another SIM card for data services if the

preferred SIM card cannot connect to the network.

.

. When a mobile plan is

Connections

→

SIM

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

•

More SIM settings

: Customise the call or eSIM settings.

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Turning the device on and off

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

Volume Down button

Side button

Turning the device on

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

Turning the device off

1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side button and the Volume Down button

simultaneously. Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap

2 Tap

Power off

To restart the device, tap

If you want to set the device to turn off when you press and hold the Side button,

Side button settings

tap

→

Power off

.

Restart

→

Long press

→

Restart

→

.

Power off menu

.

.

Forcing restart

If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side button and the Volume
Down button simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

Emergency calls and medical information

You can make an emergency call or check the medical information you saved.

Press and hold the Side button and the Volume Down button simultaneously, and then
tap

Emergency call

→

Emergency call

To manage your medical information and emergency contacts, open

Safety and emergency

tap

or

Medical info

or

Medical info

. Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap

.

Settings

.

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Getting started

Initial setup

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow
the on-screen instructions to set up your device.

If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you might not be able to set up some
device features during the initial setup.

Samsung account

Using the Samsung account, you can use a variety of Samsung services that are provided
through mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website.

To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit

account.samsung.com.

1 Open

Alternatively, open

Add account

2 Sign in to your Samsung account. If you do not have a Samsung account, tap

password or don’t have an account?

Settings

→

and tap

Samsung account

Sign in to your Galaxy

Settings

and tap

.

Accounts and backup

.

→

Create account

→

Manage accounts

.

→

Forgot

Finding your ID and resetting your password

If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap

→

an account?

You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter the required information.

Forgot ID

or

Forgot password

on the Samsung account sign-in screen.

Forgot password or don’t have

Signing out of your Samsung account

When you sign out of your Samsung account, your data, such as contacts or events, will
also be removed from your device.

1 Open

2 Tap
3 Tap

Samsung account

Sign out

Settings

, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap OK.

and tap

Accounts and backup

→

My profile

and tap

15

→

Manage accounts

Sign out

at the bottom of the screen.

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Transferring data from your previous device

(Smart Switch)

Transfer data from your previous device with the USB cable or wirelessly. You can also
transfer data from external storage or computer.

Open

Settings

, tap

Accounts and backup

→

Transfer data for device setup

follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data.

Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details and limitations.

•

To transfer data using external storage, tap .

•

To check the data that has been transferred, tap →

•

This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.

•

Samsung takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have

Transfer result

the right to transfer.

, and then

.

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Understanding the screen

Controlling the screen

Tapping

Tap the screen.

Dragging

Touch and hold
an item and drag
it to the target
position.

Swiping

Swipe upwards,
downwards, to
the left, or to the
right.

Touching and
holding

Touch and hold
the screen for
approximately
2 seconds.

Double tapping

Double tap the
screen.

Spreading and
pinching

Spread two
fingers apart
or pinch on the
screen.

•

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

•

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

•

It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the screen for
extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or
ghosting.

The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.

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Navigation bar (soft buttons)

When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and
Back button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app
currently being used or usage environment.

Button Function

Recents

Home

•

Tap to open the list of recent apps.

•

Tap to return to the Home screen.

•

Touch and hold to launch

Circle to Search

draw a circle around an image or text.

Back

•

Tap to return to the previous screen.

Hiding the navigation bar

Check files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.

Open

Settings

and tap

Display

→

Navigation bar

→

Swipe gestures

.

. Tap or

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Home screen and Apps screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It
displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

Switching between Home and Apps screens

On the Home screen, swipe upwards to open the Apps screen.

To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen.
Alternatively, tap the Home button (

Favourite apps

Home screen Apps screen

) or the Back button ( ).

Finder

If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by
tapping the button. On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, tap
and then tap the
Apps button will be added at the bottom of the Home screen.

Show Apps screen button on Home screen

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switch to turn it on. The

Apps button

Settings

,

Getting started

Editing the Home screen

On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to
access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can
also add, delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.

•

Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .

•

Moving panels: Drag a panel preview to a new location.

•

Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.

•

Wallpaper and style

: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the

locked screen.

•

Themes

: Change the device’s theme. Visual elements of interface, such as colours,

icons, and wallpapers, will change depending on the selected theme.

•

Widgets

: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app features to provide

information and convenient access on your Home screen. Select a widget and tap

Add

. The widget will be added on the Home screen.

•

Settings

: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout.

Displaying all apps on the Home screen

Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the
Home screen. On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, and then tap

Home screen layout

→

→

Home screen only

→

Apply

.

Settings

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Launching Finder

Search for content on the device.

1 On the Apps screen, tap

Search

.

2 Enter a keyword.

Apps and content on your device will be searched.
If you tap

on the keyboard, you can search for more content.

Moving items

Drag an item to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of
the screen. If you touch and hold an item and tap
move them together at once.

To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, touch and hold an item on the Apps
screen, and then tap
screen.

You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.

Add to Home

. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home

Select

, you can select more items and

Creating folders

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, drag an app over another app.

A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
folder name.

•

Adding more apps

Tap
dragging it to the folder.

on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap

Done

Folder name

. You can also add an app by

and enter a

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Edge panel handle

Edge panel

•

Moving apps from a folder

Drag an app to a new location.

•

Deleting a folder

Touch and hold a folder, and then tap

Delete

. Only the folder will be deleted. The

folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.

Edge panel

You can access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels.

Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.

If the Edge panel handle is not visible, open

panels

switch to turn it on.

Settings

, tap

Display

, and then tap the

Edge

Edge panel settings

Lock screen

Pressing the Side button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.

If the screen is off or the Always On Display is on, press the Side button or double tap the
screen. For more information about the Always On Display, refer to Always On Display.

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Editing shortcuts

You can change the shortcuts at the bottom of the locked screen to other apps or
features you want.

Touch and hold on the locked screen, tap the shortcut icon, select an app or feature you
want, and then tap

Done

.

Changing the screen lock method

To change the screen lock method, open

lock and biometrics

When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your biometric data for the screen lock
method, you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing
your device. After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code
whenever unlocking it.

You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Open

Lock screen and AOD

screen lock method, and then tap the

, and then select a method.

→

Secure lock settings

Settings

Auto factory reset

, tap

Lock screen and AOD

, unlock the screen using the preset

→

Screen

Settings

switch to turn it on.

, tap

Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the
table are most common.

Icon Meaning

New notifications

No signal

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

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Icon Meaning

/

/

/

LTE network connected

5G network connected

LTE network connected in LTE network that includes the 5G network

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature turned on

Location services being used

Call in progress

Missed call

Alarm turned on

Mute mode / Vibration mode

Flight mode turned on

Error occurred or caution required

Battery charging / Battery power level

•

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display
the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

•

Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel.

•

Some notifications will be displayed as a dot.

•

The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the carrier or model.

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notifications.

Notification panel

When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. Open the
notification panel to check the details.

To open the notification panel, swipe downwards from the top of the screen, except for
the right side. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen.

Check the
notification
details and
perform various
actions.

Access the
notification
settings.

Clear all

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Quick settings panel

You can turn specific features on or off, such as the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth feature, by
tapping each button.

To open the quick settings panel, swipe downwards from the top right side of the screen.
To close the quick settings panel, swipe upwards on the screen.

To access more detailed settings, touch and hold a button. To edit buttons, tap

Check more
buttons.

This image may differ depending on the region or model.

→

Edit

.

Controlling media playback

Control media on your phone and connected nearby devices on the quick settings panel.

1 Open the quick settings panel and tap

2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback.

Media output

.

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Controlling nearby devices

Control nearby connected devices or connect other nearby devices on the quick settings
panel.

1 Open the quick settings panel and tap

Nearby connected devices will appear with a line connecting them to the circle
around your phone.

Nearby devices

.

2 Select a nearby device to control it.

•

To connect other nearby devices, drag a device from the panel at the bottom of the
screen to the circle.

•

To end the connection, drag the device to the panel at the bottom of the screen.

Controlling frequently used devices

Control devices connected to device control apps, such as SmartThings, and manual
routines on the quick settings panel.

1 Open the quick settings panel and tap

2 Tap the switch next to the app you want to turn on and tap

Connected devices and manual routines will appear.

SmartThings

.

Start

.

3 Select a device to control it, or select a manual routine to launch it.

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Screen capture and screen record

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the
captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.

How to capture a screenshot

Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. You can check the captured
screenshots in

•

Button capture

Gallery

.

Press the Side button and the Volume Down button simultaneously.

•

Swipe capture

With the edge of your hand, swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen.

If capturing a screenshot by swiping is not turned on, open

→

features

Motions and gestures

, and then tap the

Palm swipe to capture

Settings

, tap

Advanced

switch to

turn it on.

It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.

After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of
the screen:

•

: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page, such

as a webpage. When you tap

, the screen will automatically scroll down and more

content will be captured.

•

: Write or draw on the screenshot or crop a portion from the screenshot. You can

check the cropped area in

•

: Add tags to the screenshot. To search for screenshots by tag, open the

app and tap

. You can access the tags list and search for the screenshot you want.

Gallery

If the tags list does not appear, tap
the

My tags

switch to turn it on.

.

Gallery

→

Search settings

→

Search categories

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and tap

Getting started

•

: Share the screenshot with others.

•

: Select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. Tap or draw a
circle around the content you want to select. Then, select an option to use with the
selected area.

If the options are not visible on the captured screen, open

→

features

Screenshots and screen recordings

after capturing

switch to turn it on.

, and then tap the

Screen record

Record the screen while using your device.

1 Open the quick settings panel, tap , and then tap (

2 Select a sound setting and tap

After a countdown, recording will start.

•

To write or draw on the screen, tap .

•

To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself, tap .

3 When you are finished recording the video, tap .

You can check the video in

To change the screen recorder settings, open

Start recording

Gallery

.

.

Settings

Settings

, tap

Show toolbar

Screen recorder

and tap

Advanced features

Advanced

).

Screenshots and screen recordings

→

.

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Additional keyboard functions

Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text.

Access more keyboard functions.

Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap

it twice.

Enter symbols.

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

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

→

Tap
to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input
languages by tapping

To change the keyboard type, tap
then select the keyboard type you want.

Languages and types

On a

3 x 4

keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the

.

→

Manage input languages

→

Languages and types

and select the languages

, select a language, and

corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

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Getting started

Using the keyboard button

You can change the text input method by tapping the keyboard button on the navigation
bar.

To change the keyboard button on the navigation bar, touch and hold the keyboard
button and select an option you want.

•

: Enter text by voice.

•

: Change the keyboard.

If the keyboard button does not appear on the navigation bar, open

General management
button on navigation bar

→

Keyboard list and default

switch to turn it on.

, and then tap the

Additional keyboard functions

•

: Enter avatars, stickers, and more. You can also enter your avatar stickers that

look like you. Refer to Using Galaxy Avatar stickers for more information.

•

: Translate text and enter it.

•

: Add an item from the clipboard.

•

: Change the keyboard settings.

Tap

•

•

to use more keyboard functions.

: Switch to one-handed operation mode.

: Change the keyboard mode.

Settings

Keyboard

, tap

•

: Recognise text from documents or images and enter it.

•

: Edit the keyboard function list.

Some features may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

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Getting started

Copying and pasting

1 Touch and hold over text.

2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
3 Tap

Copy

or

Cut

.

The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

4 Touch and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap

Select all

to select all text.

Paste

.

Extracting text

While using some apps, such as the
images and use options, such as copying or sharing it. The following actions are an
example of extracting text in the

1 While checking an image in the

The

icon appears only when there is text to extract.

2 Select an area to extract text.

Gallery

Gallery

Gallery

or

Camera

app.

app, tap .

app, you can extract text from

3 Select an option you want.

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Apps and features

Apps and features

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Store

Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung
Galaxy devices.

Open the

Store

•

This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

•

To change the auto update settings, tap
then select an option.

app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.

Play Store

Purchase and download apps.

Open the

Play Store

To change the auto update settings, tap your account icon, tap

preferences

app. Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.

→

Auto-update apps

Managing apps

Uninstalling or disabling apps

Menu

, and then select an option.

→ →

Auto update apps

Settings

, and

→

Network

Touch and hold an app and select an option.

•

Uninstall

•

Disable

Some apps may not support this feature.

: Uninstall downloaded apps.

: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.

Enabling apps

Open

Settings

, tap

Apps

→ →

Disabled

→ OK, select an app, and then tap

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Enable

.

Apps and features

Setting app permissions

For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use
information on your device.

To access your app permission settings, open

Permissions

tap

To check or change app permission settings by permission category, open

Apps

tap

→

If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not
function properly.

. You can check the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.

→

Permission manager

. Select an item and select an app.

Settings

and tap

Apps

. Select an app and

Phone

Introduction

Make or answer voice and video calls.

Making calls

Settings

and

1 Open the

Phone

app and tap

Keypad

.

2 Enter a phone number.
3 Tap to make a voice call, or tap or to make a video call.

More options

Add the number to the contacts

list.

Preview the phone number.

Search for a contact.

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Apps and features

Making calls from call logs or contacts list

Open the
or a phone number to make a call.

If this feature is turned off, tap

Swipe to call or text

Phone

app, tap

switch to turn it on.

Recents

or

→

Settings

Contacts

→

, and then swipe to the right on a contact

Other call settings

, and then tap the

Using speed dial

To set a number to speed dial, open the

numbers

To make a call, touch and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial
numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then touch and hold the last
digit.

For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then
touch and hold 3.

, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number.

Phone

app, tap

Keypad

→ →

Speed dial

Making an international call

1 Open the

Phone

app and tap

Keypad

.

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

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Apps and features

Receiving calls

Answering a call

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

Rejecting a call

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

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the
and select a message to send.

To create various rejection messages, open the

decline messages

, enter a message, and then tap .

Phone

app, tap →

Send message

Settings

bar upwards

→

Quick

Blocking phone numbers

Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.

Open the
phone numbers to save in the blocked numbers list.

When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls
will be logged in the call log.

Phone

You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap

Block calls from unknown numbers

the

app, tap →

Settings

→

Block numbers

switch to turn the feature on.

, and then select contacts or

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Apps and features

Options during calls

•

Text call

: Communicate with the other party through text. To use this feature, open

Phone

the

•

: Record a call conversation. When you record a call conversation, the file will be

saved to

•

Add call

app, tap →

My Files

→

Settings

→

Text call

Internal storage

, and then tap the switch to turn it on.

→

Recordings

→

Call

.

: Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you end the

second call, the first call will be resumed.

•

Hold call

•

Video call

•

Bluetooth

•

Speaker

: Hold a call.

: Switch to a video call.

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

: Turn speakerphone off or on. When using the speakerphone, keep the

device away from your ears.

•

Mute

•

Keypad

•

•

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

/

Hide

: Open or close the keypad.

: End the current call.

: During a video call, switch to a voice call.

•

: Set the device to change the angle and zoom automatically by recognising and

tracking people during a video call.

•

: During a video call, lock the screen.

•

Effects

•

•

Camera

: During a video call, apply various effects.

: During a video call, change the screen ratio.

: During a video call, turn off the camera so that the other party cannot see

you.

•

Switch

: During a video call, switch between the front and rear cameras.

Some features may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

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Apps and features

Contacts

Introduction

Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.

Adding contacts

Creating a new contact

1 Open the

Contacts

app and tap .

2 Select a storage location.
3 Enter contact information and tap

Save

.

Importing contacts

Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.

→

1 Open the

Contacts

app and tap

Settings

→

Import contacts

.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to import contacts.

Syncing contacts with your web accounts

Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your
Samsung account.

1 Open

to sync with.

Settings

, tap

Accounts and backup

→

Manage accounts

and select the account

2 Tap

Sync account

and tap the

Contacts

switch to turn it on.

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Apps and features

Searching for contacts

Open the

Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:

•

•

•

•

Contacts

: Make a voice call.

: Compose a message.

/ : Make a video call.

: Compose an email.

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

Deleting contacts

1 Open the

2 Select contacts and tap

To delete contacts one by one, tap a contact from the contacts list and tap

Delete

.

Contacts

app and tap →

Delete

.

Select

.

More

→

Sharing contacts

You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.

1 Open the

2 Select contacts and tap
3 Select contact information to share and tap

Contacts

app and tap →

Share

.

Select

.

Done

.

4 Select a sharing method.

Creating groups

You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.

1 Open the

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create a group.

Contacts

app and tap

Groups

→ .

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Apps and features

Merging duplicate contacts

If your contacts list includes duplicate contacts, merge them into one to streamline your
contacts list.

1 Open the

2 Tick contacts and tap

Contacts

app and tap →

Merge

.

Settings

→

Merge duplicate contacts

.

Setting up your profile

You can set your profile picture and profile card.

1 Open the

2 Tap

Create profile card

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your profile card.

The image you select for the profile card will also be applied as your profile picture.

4 To change your profile picture, tap the profile picture or card and tap .
5 Follow the on-screen instructions to set your profile picture.

Sharing your profile

Contacts

app and tap your profile.

.

People can view your profile when you call them or when they check your contact
information.

1 Open the

2 Tap

Profile card and picture

it on.

Contacts

app and tap your profile.

and tap the

Share profile card and picture

switch to turn

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Apps and features

Camera

Introduction

Take pictures and record videos using various modes and settings.

Camera etiquette

•

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

•

Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited.

•

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

Taking pictures

1 Open the

You can also open the app by pressing the Side button twice or dragging

Camera

app.

to the

left on the locked screen.

•

Some camera features are not available when you open the

Camera

app from
the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method
is set.

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Some methods may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.

To adjust the brightness of pictures, drag the adjustment bar that appears above or
below the circular frame.

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Apps and features

Options for current shooting

3 Tap to take a picture.

To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or
swipe to the left or right on the preview screen.

mode

Zoom

Take a picture.

Preview thumbnail

•

The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which

Quick settings

Switch between the front and
rear cameras.

Shooting modes list

camera is being used.

•

The focus may not be clear if the subject is close. Take pictures or videos from a
good distance.

•

If pictures you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.

•

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

•

Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur
in wide-angle pictures or videos and does not indicate device performance
problems.

•

The camera may fog up or form condensation if the device is exposed to sudden
changes in air temperature, because of the difference in temperature outside
and inside the camera cover. Try to avoid such conditions when planning to use
the camera. If fogging does occur, allow the camera to dry naturally at room
temperature before taking pictures or recording videos, otherwise results may
look blurry.

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Apps and features

Using the camera button

•

Touch and hold the camera button to record a video.

•

If you drag the camera button to the icon, you can record a video without holding
the button.

•

To take burst shots, swipe the camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it. If
you tap

, you can create GIFs.

GIF

•

If you add another camera button, you can move it anywhere on the screen and

→ on the preview screen and tap

take pictures more conveniently. On the preview screen, tap

methods

and tap the

Floating Shutter button

Swipe Shutter button to

→ →

switch to turn it on.

→

Create

Shooting

Editing the shooting modes list

To edit the shooting modes list, tap
where you want.

MORE

on the list, tap

Edit

, and then drag modes to

Using zoom features

To zoom in or out while using the rear camera, select the desired zoom icon on the
preview screen.

You can also select the desired zoom level from the zoom level list that appears when
you tap the zoom icon.

To adjust the zoom more precisely, drag the zoom icon, pinch, or spread two fingers
apart on the preview screen.

Zoom level list

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Apps and features

Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)

You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.

Touch and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus
and exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a
picture.

This feature may not be available depending on the shooting mode.

Options for current shooting mode

On the preview screen, use the following options. To use more options, tap .

•

: Turn the flash on or off.

•

12M

: Select a resolution for pictures.

•

: Turn the motion photo feature on or off. If you turn it on, a video clip will also be

taken from a few seconds before or both before and after tapping the camera button.

•

: Apply a filter effect.

•

: Turn the super steady feature on or off.

•

: Select a frame rate for hyperlapse videos.

•

/

FHD

: Select a resolution for videos.

•

: Apply beauty effects.

•

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

Centre-weighted metering

calculate the exposure of the shot.

Spot metering

uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to calculate

uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to

Matrix metering

averages the entire scene.

the exposure of the shot.

•

: In

FOOD

mode, focus on a subject inside the frame and blur the image outside

the frame.

•

: In

DUAL REC

mode, change the saving option.

The available options may vary depending on the model or shooting mode.

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Apps and features

Photo mode

The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings.

On the shooting modes list, tap

PHOTO

and tap to take a picture.

Changing the resolution

You can take high-resolution pictures.

In shooting options, tap
picture.

The resolution may vary depending on the model.

12M

to change the resolution to the one you want, and take a

Shot suggestions

The camera suggests the ideal composition for the picture by recognising the position
and angle of your subject.

On the preview screen, tap

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

A guide will appear on the preview screen.

→ and tap the

PHOTO

.

Shot suggestions

switch to turn it on.

2 Point the guide at the subject.

The camera recognises the composition, and the recommended composition appears
on the preview screen.

3 Move the device so the guide matches the recommended composition.

When the ideal composition is achieved, the guide will change to yellow.

4 Tap to take a picture.

Ideal composition

Guide

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Apps and features

Taking selfies

You can take self-portraits with the front camera.

1 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

camera for self-portraits.

2 Face the front camera lens.

To take self-portraits with a wide-angle shot of the landscape or people, tap

.

3 Tap to take a picture.

Scanning documents or text

You can scan documents or text.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

PHOTO

.

2 Point the camera towards the object and tap .

The

3 Tap

icon will only appear when a document or text is detected.

Scan

, select the area you want, and then tap

Save

.

Video mode

The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

VIDEO

and tap to record a video.

•

To switch between the front and rear cameras while recording, swipe upwards or
downwards on the preview screen or tap

•

To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .

.

2 Tap to stop recording the video.

The optical zoom may not work in low-light environments.

Stabilising videos (Super steady)

If there is a lot of shaking when recording videos, use the Super steady feature for
further video stabilisation.

Tap

VIDEO

then record a video.

on the shooting modes list, tap

on the shooting options to turn it on, and

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Apps and features

Change the saving option.

Using the auto framing feature

(Changing the shooting angle and zoom by tracking people)

You can set the device to change the shooting angle and zoom automatically by
recognising and tracking people while recording videos.

On the shooting modes list, tap
video.

VIDEO

, tap → to turn it on, and then record a

Dual rec mode (Galaxy A56 5G)

Record videos with two cameras at the same time. You can save the videos of each
camera separately and edit them. You can also play the videos in various ways, such as in
split view or picture-in-picture view.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

•

To save the videos of each camera separately, tap

•

To change the screen, tap → .

2 Tap to record a video.
3 Tap to stop recording the video.

MORE

→

DUAL REC

.

.

Picture-in-picture window

47

Apps and features

Controlling the picture-in-picture window while playing the video

If you set the screen to

Picture-in-picture view

, you can change the size or location of

the picture-in-picture window while recording or playing the video.

1 On the preview screen, tap to change the saving option to

separate files

.

Save videos in

2 Tap to record a video.

You can change the size or location of the picture-in-picture window before and
during recording.

•

To enlarge the picture-in-picture window, tap the window and tap .

•

To move the picture-in-picture window, drag it to wherever you want.

3 Tap to stop recording the video.

You can also control the picture-in-picture window while playing the video. Tap the
preview thumbnail on the preview screen, or open the

→

and then tap

Open in Video player

.

Gallery

app and select the video,

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Apps and features

Single take mode

Take various pictures and videos in one shot.

Your device automatically selects the best shot and creates pictures with filters or videos
with certain sections repeated.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

MORE

→

SINGLE TAKE

.

2 Tap to capture the scene you want.
3 Tap the preview thumbnail on the preview screen or open the

the file.
To check other results, tap the

hold an item, tick the items you want, and then tap

icon. To save the results individually, touch and

.

Gallery

app and select

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Apps and features

Portrait mode

By using Portrait mode, you can take pictures where the background is blurred and the
subject stands out clearly.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

PORTRAIT

.

2 Tap and drag the background blur adjustment bar to adjust the blur level.
3 When

Ready

Background blur adjustment

•

Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.

appears on the preview screen, tap to take a picture.

bar

•

The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions:

‒

The device or the subject is moving.

‒

The subject is thin or transparent.

‒

The subject has a similar colour to the background.

‒

The subject or background is plain.

Fun mode

Take pictures or record videos with various effects.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

2 Select an effect.
3 Tap the effect button to take a picture.

To record a video, touch and hold the effect button.

FUN

.

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Apps and features

Pro mode / Pro video mode

Capture pictures or videos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as
exposure value and ISO value.

On the shooting modes list, tap
customise the settings, and then tap

MORE

→

PRO

or

PRO VIDEO

. Select options and

to take a picture or tap to record a video.

Available options

When you tap an option, the options list will appear. On the list, select options and
customise the settings.

•

: Reset the settings.

•

ISO

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for
stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit
objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in pictures or videos.

•

SPEED

picture or video becomes brighter. This is ideal for pictures or videos of scenery or
pictures or videos taken at night. A fast shutter speed allows less light in. This is
ideal for capturing pictures or videos of fast-moving subjects.

•

EV

: Adjust the shutter speed. A slow shutter speed allows more light in, so the

: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor

receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.

•

FOCUS

: Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar to manually adjust the

focus.

•

WB

: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.
You can set the colour temperature.

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Apps and features

Separating the focus area and the exposure area

You can separate the focus area and the exposure area.

Touch and hold the preview screen. The AF/AE frame will appear on the screen. Drag the
frame to the area where you want to separate the focus area and the exposure area.

Night mode

Take a picture in low-light conditions, without using the flash. When you use a tripod,
you can get brighter and steadier results.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

2 Tap

and hold your device steady until shooting is complete.

MORE

→

NIGHT

.

Food mode

Take pictures of food with more vibrant colours.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

A frame will appear on the screen and the area outside the frame will be blurred.

2 To resize the frame, drag a corner of the frame.

Tap the area you want or drag the frame to move it.

3 Tap

and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour temperature.

→

MORE

→

FOOD

.

4 Tap to take a picture.

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Apps and features

Section editing bar

Panorama mode

Using panorama mode, take a series of pictures and then stitch them together to create
a wide scene.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

MORE

→

PANORAMA

.

2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.

Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview image is
out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will automatically
stop taking pictures.

3 Tap to stop taking pictures.

Avoid taking pictures of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain
wall.

Macro mode

Take pictures of subjects at close range.

On the shooting modes list, tap

MORE

→

MACRO

.

Slow motion mode

Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be
played in slow motion.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

MORE

→

SLOW MOTION

and tap to record a video.

2 When you are finished recording, tap to stop.
3 On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.

The fast section of the video will be set as a slow motion section and the video will
start playing. Up to two slow motion sections will be created based on the video.

To edit the slow motion section, tap
right.

Slow motion section

Start bracket

and drag the section editing bar to the left or

End bracket

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Apps and features

Hyperlapse mode

Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos.

1 On the shooting modes list, tap

MORE

→

HYPERLAPSE

.

2 Tap and select a frame rate option.

•

If you set the frame rate to

AUTO

, the device will automatically adjust the frame

rate according to the changing rate of the scene.

•

If you want to record star trails, set the frame rate to and tap .

3 Tap to start recording.
4 Tap to finish recording.

You can use the night hyperlapse feature by tapping → or on
the shooting options. This feature is good for doing things like taking shots from
moving cars that make the light look like it is also moving.

Customising camera settings

On the preview screen, tap → . Some options may not be available depending on
the shooting mode.

Intelligent features

•

Scene optimiser

: Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the

optimised effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.

•

Scan documents and text

the

•

Scan QR codes

•

Shot suggestions

icon will appear.

: Set the device to scan QR codes from the preview screen.

: Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by

: When a document or text is detected by the rear camera,

recognising the position and angle of your subject.

Pictures

•

Swipe Shutter button to

: Select an action to perform when you swipe the camera

button to the edge of the screen and hold it.

•

Watermark

•

High efficiency pictures

: Add a watermark when taking pictures.

: Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF).

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Apps and features

Selfies

•

Save selfies as previewed

: Set the device to save pictures or videos as they appear

on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.

•

Swipe up/down to switch cameras

: Turn on this feature to switch cameras by

swiping upwards or downwards on the preview screen.

Videos

•

Auto FPS

: Set the device to record brighter videos in low-light conditions by

automatically optimising the frame rate.

•

Video stabilisation

: Turn on anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting

from camera shake while recording a video.

•

Advanced video options

‒

High efficiency videos

: You can record videos in the High Efficiency Video Codec
(HEVC) format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve
the device’s storage.

‒

360 audio recording

Bluetooth headphones that support the 360 audio recording feature.

‒

Audio playback

will pause when the 360 audio recording feature is on.

•

You might not be able to play the HEVC videos on other devices or share
them online.

•

You cannot record videos in the HEVC format in some shooting modes.

General

•

Auto HDR

: Take pictures with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and

dark areas.

•

Composition guide

subjects.

: You can record more immersive 3D sound videos using

: You can play media without pause while recording videos. Media

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting

•

Location tags

•

GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is
obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor
weather conditions.

•

Your location may appear on your pictures when you upload them to the
internet. To avoid this, turn off the location tag setting.

: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.

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Apps and features

•

Shooting methods

‒

Press Volume buttons to

the volume using the Volume button.

‒

Voice commands

‒

Floating Shutter button

take pictures.

‒

Show palm

videos.

•

Settings to keep

you open the camera.

•

Vibration feedback

tap the camera button.

: Take pictures or record videos, zoom in or out, or control

: Take pictures or record videos using voice commands.

: Add another movable button anywhere on the screen to

: Show your palm to the front camera to take selfies or start recording

: Keep the last settings you used, such as the shooting mode, when

: Set the device to vibrate in certain situations, such as when you

•

Show Snapchat Lenses in Fun mode

: Set the device to take pictures or record videos

with various effects using unique Snapchat Lenses.

Privacy

•

Permissions

•

Reset settings

•

About Camera

•

Contact us

: Access the permissions required to use the Camera app.

: Reset the camera settings.

: Check the Camera app version and legal information.

: Ask questions or check out the frequently asked questions.

Some features may not be available depending on the model.

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Apps and features

Gallery

Introduction

Access images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos
by album or create stories.

Using Gallery

Open the

Gallery

app.

More options

Search for images and videos.

Sync images and videos.

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Apps and features

features.

Viewing images

Open the

Gallery

on the screen.

Add the image to favourites.

Check details and additional

app and select an image. To view other files, swipe to the left or right

More options

Bixby Vision

View the content on a large
screen using the Smart View
feature.

Image and video thumbnail

Modify the image.

Delete the image.

Share the image with others.

Remastering images

You can enhance the dull, blurry, and low-resolution images.

1 Open the

2 Swipe upwards on the screen and tap

You can check the before and after.

3 Tap

Save

Gallery

app and select an image.

Remaster

to save the remastered image.

.

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Apps and features

Extracting objects from images

Separate an object from the background and extract it. You can copy the extracted
image or use it in various ways by saving it as a sticker or an image.

1 Open the

Gallery

app and select an image or a video.

2 Touch and hold on the object you want extract and select an option.

For videos, this feature is only available when they are paused.

Cropping enlarged images

1 Open the

2 Spread two fingers apart on the area you want to save and tap .

The cropped area will be saved as a file.

Gallery

app and select an image.

Saved
image
thumbnail

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Apps and features

Configure the caption

View the content on a

Viewing videos

Open the

Gallery

app and select a video to play. To view other files, swipe to the left or

right on the screen.

To use more options during playback, tap

large screen using the

Smart View feature.

Skip to the previous

video. Touch and hold

to rewind.

Rewind or fast-forward

by dragging the bar.

Capture the current

screen.

→

Open in Video player

.

settings.

More options

Skip to the next video.
Touch and hold to
fast-forward.

Pause and resume
playback.

Lock the playback
screen.

Create a GIF.

Change the screen

Drag up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness, or drag
up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.

To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.

ratio.

Rotate the screen.

Change the playback
speed.

Switch to the pop-up
video player.

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Apps and features

Albums

Open the

•

Album

•

Auto-updating album

Gallery

app, tap

Albums

→ , and then select an album type.

: Create new albums and add images and videos manually.

: Create albums that automatically collect images of people

you select.

•

Group

•

Shared album

•

Shared family album

: Create a group of related albums.

: Create albums that you can share with others.

: Create albums that you can share with your family.

Some features may not be available depending on the region or the model.

Stories

When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location
tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories.

Open the
various options, such as changing the story title.

Gallery

app, tap

Stories

, and then select a story. If you tap , you can use

If you tap

→

Create story

on the stories list, you can create stories manually.

Syncing images and videos

Open the
the sync. When the

While syncing, pictures and videos you take will also be saved in the cloud. You can
access images and videos saved in the cloud in your

Gallery

app, tap , and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete

Gallery

app and the cloud are synced, the icon will change to .

Gallery

app and from other devices.

When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account, you can set the
cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive.

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Apps and features

Deleting images or videos

Open the

Delete

tap

Gallery

.

app, touch and hold an image, a video, or an album to delete, and then

Using the recycle bin feature

Images and videos you delete will be temporarily stored in the recycle bin. The files will
be deleted after a certain period.

To access files in the recycle bin, open the
restore files, tap

Select

, select files, and then tap

Gallery

app and tap

Restore

.

Menu

→

Recycle bin

. To

Bixby

Bixby is a user interface that helps you use your device more conveniently. You can say
what you want to Bixby. Bixby will launch a feature you request or show the information
you want.

Visit www.samsung.com/bixby for more information.

Bixby is only available in some languages, and it may not be available depending
on the region.

Waking up Bixby

While pressing and holding the Side button, say what you want to Bixby. To use this
feature, open

Bixby

Alternatively, say the wake-up phrase, such as “Hi, Bixby” or “Bixby”, and then say what
you want.

.

Settings

Setting a wake-up phrase

1 Open

Settings

2 Select the wake-up phrase you want under

When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset,
follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup.

and tap

and tap

Advanced features

Advanced features

→

Side button

→

Bixby

Voice wake-up

→

Voice registration

→

Long press

.

→

.

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Apps and features

Bixby Vision

Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image recognition. You
can use Bixby Vision to search for information by recognising objects. Use a variety of
useful Bixby Vision features.

•

This feature may not be available or you might not get correct search results
depending on the image size, format, or resolution.

•

Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby Vision.

Launching Bixby Vision

Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods.

•

In the

Camera

app, tap

MORE

on the shooting modes list and tap .

•

In the

•

If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the Home screen, open the

Gallery

app, select an image and tap .

app.

Using Bixby Vision

1 Launch Bixby Vision.

2 Select a feature you want to use.

•

TRANSLATE

•

TEXT

: Recognise text from documents or images and extract it.

•

DISCOVER

information.

•

SCENE DESCRIBER

•

OBJECT IDENTIFIER

•

TEXT READER

•

COLOUR DETECTOR

: Recognise text from documents or images and translate it.

: Search for images similar to the recognised object online and related

: Analyse the scene you captured and describe it by voice.

: Recognise objects and describe them by voice.

: Recognise text and read them aloud.

: Detect the colour of the object and say it aloud.

Bixby Vision

•

The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or
carrier.

•

If some features do not appear, launch Bixby Vision, tap →

Settings

, and then

tap the switches next to the features you want to turn on.

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Apps and features

Split screen view Pop-up view

Multi window

(Using multiple apps at once)

Run apps at the same time in split screen view or multiple apps in the pop-up view.

Some apps may not support this feature.

Launching Multi window

•

Recents button

Tap the Recents button (

or

view

•

Swipe screen

Open

split screen

•

•

•

•

Open in pop-up view

Settings

, tap

Advanced features

or

Swipe for pop-up view

Drag the circles ( ) between the app windows to adjust the size of the
windows.

Tap the circles ( ) between the app windows and tap . The apps you are
using in the split screen view will be saved as an app pair.

Drag the multi window handle ( ) to a new location to move the app window.

When you tap the multi window handle ( ), the available menus will appear.

), tap an app’s icon, and then tap

.

→

Multi window

, and then tap the

switch to turn it on.

Open in split screen

Swipe for

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Apps and features

Bookmark the current webpage.

Refresh the current webpage.

Samsung Internet

Browse the internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.

1 Open the

2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap

If the toolbar does not appear, swipe downwards slightly on the screen.

To switch between tabs, tap

Internet

Open the homepage.

app.

Go

.

or swipe to the left or right on the address field.

Access your bookmarks.

Manage tabs. / Use Secret mode.

Move between pages.

Using Secret mode

If you set a password for Secret mode, you can prevent others from accessing your search
history, browsing history, bookmarks, and saved pages.

1 Tap

2 Tap the

Secret mode.
In Secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars. To turn off Secret

mode, tap

→

Turn on Secret mode

Lock Secret mode

→

Turn off Secret mode

.

switch to turn it on, tap

.

More options

Start

, and then set a password for

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Apps and features

Samsung Wallet

Introduction

Use various convenient features in Samsung Wallet. You can make a payment, verify your
identity through your biometric data, check tickets or boarding passes, and more.

You can check out more information, such as cards that support this feature at

www.samsung.com/samsung-wallet.

Open the

Wallet

•

This app may not be available depending on the region.

•

Some features may not be available depending on the region.

app and select a feature you want.

Setting up Samsung Wallet

When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup.

1 Open the

2 Sign in to your Samsung account and read and agree to the terms and conditions.
3 Register your fingerprint and a PIN to use when making payments.

This PIN will be used to verify various actions in Samsung Wallet, such as making
payments and unlocking the app.

Wallet

app.

Using Samsung Pay

Register cards to Samsung Pay to make both online and offline payments.

•

To make payments with Samsung Pay, the device may be required a connection
to a Wi-Fi or mobile network depending on the region.

•

This feature may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

•

The procedures for the initial setup and card registration may vary depending on
the carrier or model.

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Apps and features

Registering cards

Open the
registration.

Wallet

app and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your card

Making payments

1 Drag a card image at the bottom of the screen upwards. Alternatively, open the

Wallet

2 Scan your fingerprint or enter the payment PIN you set.
3 Touch the back of your device to the card reader.

app. Then, on the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a card to use.

When the card reader recognises the card information, the payment will be
processed.

•

Payments may not be processed depending on your network connection.

•

The verification method for payments may vary depending on the card readers.

Cancelling payments

You can cancel payments by visiting the place where you made them.

On the cards list, swipe to the left or right to select the card you used. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete payment cancellation.

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Apps and features

Verifying identity

Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and verify your identity when using
services which require your login or personal information. Refer to Samsung Pass for
more information.

Using tickets

Add boarding passes and tickets for movies, sports, and more, to access and use them in
one place.

Using a digital key

Register your vehicle’s digital key to your phone so you can unlock or lock the vehicle’s
door and start the vehicle.

Start registering a digital key by installing your vehicle’s digital key app or using the
guide message, such as an email or text message, sent by your vehicle’s manufacturer.
Then, follow the on-screen instructions on your vehicle’s navigation screen and your
phone’s Samsung Wallet screen to complete the registration.

•

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

•

To use this feature, the vehicle must support the digital key feature. Check with
your vehicle’s manufacturer for digital key support.

•

The registered digital key is only saved to your phone and, if the phone is
replaced, the digital key must be registered again.

•

Some features may not be available depending on the vehicle. Check with your
vehicle’s manufacturer for more information.

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Apps and features

Using a digital key with the NFC feature

Touch the NFC antenna area of the phone with the digital key registered to the vehicle’s
door. The door will unlock or lock.

After you place the phone on the vehicle’s wireless charging pad and the digital key is
authenticated, you can start the vehicle using the start button. If the digital key is not
authenticated, try changing the position or orientation of the phone slightly.

•

To use this feature, the phone and vehicle must support the NFC feature.

•

To turn on the NFC feature on the phone, open

Settings

, tap

Connections

→

NFC

and contactless payments

•

To find out the location of the wireless charging pad and which of your vehicle’s

, and then tap the switch to turn it on.

doors support NFC, refer to your vehicle’s user guide.

Deleting the digital key

You can delete the registered digital key from your phone.

Open the

Wallet

app, tap the registered digital key, and then tap →

Delete

.

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Apps and features

Samsung Health

Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check
your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. You can also compare
your step count records with other Samsung Health users and check out health tips.

Open the

Health

app. Visit www.samsung.com/samsung-health for more information.

Samsung Notes

Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the
screen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.

Creating notes

1 Open the

You can change the input method by tapping

Notes

app, tap , and then create a note.

or .

Enter a title.

Insert files.

Reading mode

2 When you are finished composing the note, tap the Back button (

→

If you want to save the note in another file format, tap

Save as file

) to save it.

.

Deleting notes

Touch and hold a note to delete and tap

Delete

.

Syncing notes

You can check and edit notes on all your devices signed in to the same Samsung account.

Open the
turn it on.

Notes

app, tap

→ , and then tap the

Sync with Samsung Cloud

switch to

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Apps and features

Samsung Members

Samsung Members

diagnosis, and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share
information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or check the latest news and

Samsung Members

tips.
using your device.

offers support services to customers, such as device problem

can help you solve any problems you might encounter while

Samsung Kids

You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and configure
settings to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device.

Open
for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.

On the Samsung Kids screen, select the app you want to use.

Settings

Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when turning on

and tap

Apps

→

Samsung Kids

→

Open

. When starting Samsung Kids

Parental controls

the

feature or closing Samsung Kids.

Using parental controls features

You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and check the usage history.

On the Samsung Kids screen, tap

→

Parental controls

and enter your unlock code.

Closing Samsung Kids

To close Samsung Kids, tap the Back button ( ) or tap →
enter your unlock code.

Close Samsung Kids

, and then

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Apps and features

Samsung Global Goals

The Global Goals, which were set up by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015,
consist of goals that aim to create a sustainable society. These goals have the power to
end poverty, fight inequality, and stop climate change.

With Samsung Global Goals, learn more about the global goals and join the movement
for a better future.

Samsung TV Plus

Select the channels like you would use a TV and enjoy various video content free of
charge.

Open the

TV

app.

This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

Samsung Find

You can locate your device even if it is not connected to a network. You can also share
your location with other people you preset.

Open the

Find

app.

Samsung Shop

Samsung Shop

information about Samsung and its partners’ products and services.

Open the

Samsung Shop

is the mobile shopping service provided by Samsung. Get offers or

app.

This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

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Apps and features

Galaxy Wearable

Using the Galaxy Wearable app, you can manage your wearable devices. When you
connect your phone to the wearable device, you can customise the wearable device’s
settings and apps.

Open the

Tap

More

instructions to finish the setup. Refer to the wearable device’s user guide for more
information about how to connect and use the wearable device with your device.

Wearable

→

Start

app.

to connect your phone to the wearable device. Follow the on-screen

Calendar

Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner.

Open the
events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap

Calendar

app and tap

Syncing events with your accounts

1 Open

account to sync with.

Settings

, tap

Accounts and backup

or double tap a date. If the date already has saved

.

→

Manage accounts

, and then select the

2 Tap

To add accounts to sync with, open the

calendars

Sync account

→ →

Add account

and tap the

. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in.

Calendar

switch to turn it on.

Calendar

app and tap → →

Manage

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Apps and features

Reminder

Register to-do items as reminders and receive notifications according to the condition
you set.

Open the
appear and the Reminder app icon (

Calendar

app and tap →

Reminders

( ) → . The Reminder screen will

) will be added to the Apps screen.

•

To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

•

To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be turned on. Location
reminders may not be available depending on the model.

Using Reminder

Open the

•

To create reminders, tap .

•

To complete reminders, tap or select a reminder and tap

•

To restore reminders, tap →
tap

•

To delete a reminder, select a reminder and tap

Reminder

Restore

app.

Completed

, select a reminder to restore, and then

.

Delete

Complete

.

.

Voice Recorder

Record or play voice recordings.

1 Open the

2 Tap

•

Tap to pause recording.

•

While making a voice recording, tap

3 Tap to finish recording.
4 Enter a file name and tap

Voice Recorder

app.

to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

Save

to insert a bookmark.

.

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Apps and features

My Files

(Checking and managing the files)

Access and manage various files stored in the device.

Open the

To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap

To search for files or folders, tap

My Files

app.

Manage storage

.

.

Clock

Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set
a specific duration.

Open the

Clock

app.

Calculator

Perform basic arithmetic or scientific calculations.

Open the

Calculator

app.

•

: Check the calculation history. To clear the history, tap

calculation history panel, tap

•

•

: Use the unit conversion tool. You can convert various values, such as area,

length, or temperature, into other units.

: Display the scientific calculator.

.

Clear history

. To close the

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Apps and features

Gaming Hub

Gaming Hub gathers your games downloaded from

Play Store

and

Galaxy Store

into one

place.

Open the

Gaming Hub

Games downloaded from

app and select the game you want.

Play Store

and

Galaxy Store

will be automatically shown

on the Gaming Hub screen. If your games are not there, tap

→ →

Add games

Removing a game from Gaming Hub

Tap

, touch and hold a game, and then tap

Remove from Gaming Hub

.

Game Booster

(Configuring your gaming environment)

You can play games in a better environment with Game Booster. You can use Game
Booster while playing games.

.

To open the Game Booster panel while playing games, tap

at the bottom of the

screen. If the icon is hidden, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen to show it.

•

: Configure settings for each game, such as changing the performance mode.

•

: Configure settings for Game Booster.

•

Touch protection

: Lock the screen while the game is being played. To unlock the

screen, drag the lock icon in any direction.

•

Screenshot

•

Record

•

Block navigation buttons

buttons, tap

•

Block edge panel

: Capture screenshots.

: Record your game sessions. To stop recording, tap .

: Hide the buttons on the navigation bar. To display the

on the navigation bar.

: Hide the Edge panel handle while playing games.

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Apps and features

•

Block auto brightness

: Disable automatic screen brightness adjustments while

playing games.

•

Block Bixby

•

Edit

: Edit the options list.

•

Game optimisation

•

RAM

: Check the available memory.

•

Available options may vary depending on the game.

•

Game performance may be limited to control the device’s temperature if the

: Turn off Bixby while playing games.

: Check the current performance mode.

temperature rises above a certain level.

Changing the performance mode

You can change the game performance mode.

Tap

→ →

•

Performance

Game optimisation

and select the mode you want.

: This focuses on giving you high performance while playing games.
If you use this mode, your device may heat up because of increased battery
consumption.

•

Balanced

•

Battery saver

: This balances the performance and the battery usage time.

: This saves battery power while playing games.

Battery power efficiency may vary by game.

Opening apps in pop-up windows while playing games

You can open apps in pop-up windows while playing a game.

Tap

→

Pop-up apps

and select an app from the apps list.

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Apps and features

Manage locations.

SmartThings

Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products.

Open the

Invite others using a QR code.

SmartThings

app. For more information, tap

Menu

→

How to use

Check and manage devices in
Map view.

More options

Add devices or services, or create
routines.

.

•

Home

•

Devices

•

Life

: Add and manage frequently used devices, routines, or services.

: Add or manage devices.

: Use various services, such as checking the device status or energy usage, and

saving energy by using AI energy mode.

•

Routines

•

Menu

: Add or manage routines.

: Check useful information, supported devices, how to use certain features, and

more.

•

The devices you can connect may vary depending on the region. Available
features may differ depending on the connected device.

•

Connected devices’ own problems or defects are not covered by the Samsung
warranty. When problems or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the
device’s manufacturer.

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Apps and features

Sharing content

Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of
sharing images.

1 Open the

Gallery

app and select an image.

2 Tap and select a sharing method you want.

You may incur additional charges when sharing files through the mobile network.

Quick Share

Share content with nearby devices or people in your contacts.

1 Open the

2 On the other device, open

can share with you

3 Tap

•

To share the link with a QR code, tap

•

To share with contacts, tap

•

To share encrypted content, tap →

Gallery

→

Quick Share

app and select an image.

Settings

→

Contacts only

and select a device to transfer the image to.

and tap

or

Everyone

QR code or link

View contact

Turn on Private sharing

Connected devices

→

Done

and scan the QR code.

.

→

Quick Share

.

. Shared content

→

Who

cannot be saved, copied, or resent by the recipient.

4 Accept the file transfer request on the other device.

Setting who can find your phone

Set who is allowed to find and send content to your phone.

1 Open

Settings

and tap

Connected devices

→

Quick Share

2 Select an option.

•

No one

same Samsung account can find your phone.

•

Contacts only

•

Everyone

: Do not allow others to find your phone. Only other devices signed in to the

: Share with people saved in your contacts.

: Allow any nearby devices to share with your phone.

→

Who can share with you

.

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Apps and features

Music Share

Using the Music Share feature, you can share your Bluetooth speaker that is already
connected to your phone with another person. You can also listen to the same music on
your Galaxy Buds and another person’s Galaxy Buds.

This feature is available only on devices that support the Music Share feature.

Sharing a Bluetooth speaker

On your phone, open
switch to turn it on.

Follow the on-screen instructions to share your Bluetooth speaker.

Settings

, tap

Connected devices

→

Music Share

, and then tap the

Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds

You can listen to music on your phone together through your Buds and your friend’s
Buds.

This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series.

1 Make sure that each phone and pair of Buds are connected.

Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect.

2 On your friend’s phone, open

Music Share

You can use additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by
tapping

switch to turn it on.

Music Share

.

Settings

, tap

Connected devices

, and then tap the

3 On your phone, open the quick settings panel and tap

Media output

.

4 Select your friend’s Buds from the detected devices list.
5 On your friend’s phone, accept the connection request.

When you play music through your phone, you can listen to it together through both
Buds.

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Apps and features

Smart View

(Mirroring on a TV screen)

View your phone’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your phone to a
screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.

1 Open the quick settings panel and tap

Smart View

2 Select a device to mirror your phone’s screen.

When you play a video with Smart View, the resolution may vary depending on the
TV model.

.

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Apps and features

Google apps

Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a
Google Account to access some apps.

To check out more app information, access each app’s help menu.

•

Chrome

•

Gmail

•

Maps

information for various places around you.

•

YT Music

access the music collections stored on your device and play them.

•

Google TV

: Search for information and browse webpages.

: Send or receive emails through the Google Mail service.

: Find your location on the map, search the world map, and access location

: Enjoy various music and videos provided by YouTube Music. You can also

: Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from

Play

Store

•

Drive

.

: Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with

others.

•

YouTube

•

Google

•

Meet

•

Messages

: Watch or create videos and share them with others.

: Search for items on the internet or your device.

: Make video calls or create or join video meetings.

: Send and receive messages on your device or computer, and share

various content, such as images and videos.

•

Gemini

: Chat with Gemini to use various features, such as searching for information,

creating custom images, or writing content.

Some apps may not be available depending on the carrier or model.

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Settings

Settings

Introduction

Customise device settings.

On the Apps screen, tap

To search for settings by entering keywords, tap . You can also search for settings by
selecting a topic.

Settings

. Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap

Sign in to your Galaxy

Sign in to your Samsung account and manage it.

On the Settings screen, tap

Sign in to your Galaxy

.

Connections

Options

Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.

.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Wi-Fi

internet or other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.

•

Bluetooth

enabled devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.

•

NFC and contactless payments

contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments
and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps.
Refer to NFC and contactless payments for more information.

: Turn on the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the

: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-

Connections

: Read near field communication (NFC) tags that

.

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Settings

•

Flight mode

: Set the device to turn off all wireless functions on your device. You can

use only non-network services.

Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft
personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in Flight
mode.

•

SIM manager

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

Refer to SIM manager (dual SIM models) for more information.

•

Mobile networks

•

Data usage

: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for

: Configure your mobile network settings.

the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection
when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.

You can turn on the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in the
background from sending or receiving data. Refer to Data saver for more
information.

You can also set apps to use only a Wi-Fi or mobile data, or both. Refer to Allowed

networks for apps for more information.

•

Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

: Use the phone as a mobile hotspot to share the
phone’s mobile data connection with other devices. For more information about
Mobile Hotspot, refer to Mobile Hotspot.

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

•

More connection settings

: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to

More connection settings for more information.

Some features may not be available depending on the model.

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Settings

Wi-Fi

Turn on the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the internet or other
network devices.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

1 On the Settings screen, tap

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

and tap the switch to turn it on.

2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.

Networks with a lock icon require a password.

•

Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that
network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the
device from connecting to the network automatically, tap
and tap the

•

If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi
feature or the wireless router.

Auto reconnect

switch to turn it off.

next to the network

Sharing Wi-Fi network passwords

If you make a request to a person who is connected to a secured Wi-Fi network to share
its password, you can connect to the network without entering the password. This
feature is available between the devices which have contacts each other and the screen
of the other device must be turned on.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

and tap the switch to turn it on.

2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
3 Tap

Request password

.

4 Accept the share request on the other device.

The Wi-Fi password is entered on your device and it is connected to the network.

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Settings

Wi-Fi Direct

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

1 On the Settings screen, tap

2 Tap

Wi-Fi Direct

→

.

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

and tap the switch to turn it on.

The detected devices are listed.
If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on

its Wi-Fi Direct feature.

3 Select a device to connect to.

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct
connection request.

To end the device connection, select the device to disconnect from the list.

Bluetooth

Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

Precautions for using Bluetooth

•

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

•

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.

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Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

1 On the Settings screen, tap

on.

The detected devices will be listed.

Connections

→

Bluetooth

and tap the switch to turn it

2 Select a device to pair with.

If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth
pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user guides.

Your phone is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.

3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your phone to confirm.

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth
connection request.

To unpair the devices, tap

next to the device name to unpair and tap

Unpair

Sending and receiving data

Many apps support data transfer through Bluetooth. You can share data, such as

.

contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an
example of sending an image to another device.

1 Open the

2 Tap

If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
visibility option.

Gallery

Bluetooth

→

app and select an image.

and select a device to transfer the image to.

3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.

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Settings

NFC and contactless payments

You can use your phone to read near field communications tags (NFC) that contain
information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy
tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps.

The device contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the device carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.

Reading information from NFC tags

Use the NFC feature to read product information from NFC tags.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

switch to turn it on.

Connections

and tap the

NFC and contactless payments

2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag.

The information from the tag appears.

Ensure that the device’s screen is turned on and unlocked. Otherwise, the device
will not read NFC tags or receive data.

Making payments with the NFC feature

Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your
service provider.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

switch to turn it on.

2 Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.

Connections

and tap the

NFC and contactless payments

To set the default payment app, on the Settings screen, tap

→

contactless payments

•

The payment services list may not include all available payment apps.

•

If you update the payment app or install a new one, the payment services that
you used before may not work properly. If that is the case, on the Settings
screen, tap

or

app

updated or newly installed app. Or, deselect the selected app.

Connections

Non-payment NFC services

Default wallet app

→

NFC and contactless payments

and select an app.

, and then select another app instead of the

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Connections

→

Default wallet

→

NFC and

Settings

Data saver

Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from
sending or receiving data.

On the Settings screen, tap
to turn it on.

When the data saver feature is turned on, the

To select apps to use data without restriction, tap
and select apps.

Connections

→

Data usage

→

Data saver

icon will appear on the status bar.

Data saver feature is turned
on

Apps that can always use data

and tap the switch

Allowed networks for apps

Set apps to use only a Wi-Fi or mobile data, or both.

For example, you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to
keep secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected. Even if you do not turn off the
Wi-Fi feature, the apps will open using the mobile data.

On the Settings screen, tap
Tap an app you want from the apps list and select a network option.

You may incur additional charges when using the mobile data.

Connections

→

Data usage

→

Allowed networks for apps

.

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Settings

Mobile Hotspot

Use your phone as a mobile hotspot to share your phone’s mobile data connection with
other devices.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

Hotspot

.

Connections

→

Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

→

2 Tap the switch to turn it on.

You can change the network name, password, and more.
The

icon appears on the status bar.

3 On the other device’s screen, search for and select your phone from the Wi-Fi

networks list.
Alternatively, tap

QR code

the other device.

•

If the mobile hotspot is not found, on your phone, set

Advanced

•

If you turn on the

, and then tap the

connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account.

on the Mobile Hotspot screen and scan the QR code with

Band

to

Hidden network

Auto Hotspot

2.4 GHz

switch to turn it off.

feature, you can share your phone’s mobile data

, tap

Mobile

More connection settings

Customise settings to control other connection features.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Nearby device scanning

•

Printing

: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can
search for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for
more information.

•

VPN

: Set up virtual private networks (VPNs) on your device to connect to a school or

company’s private network.

•

Private DNS

•

Ethernet

: Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS.

: When you connect an Ethernet adapter, you can use a wired network and

configure network settings.

•

Auto update system configurations

ensure that network connection features work as expected.

Connections

→

More connection settings

.

: Set the phone to scan for nearby devices to connect to.

: Allow automatic configuration changes to

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Settings

Printing

Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the
device to a printer through Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.

Some printers may not be compatible with the device.

Adding printer plug-ins

Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

Download plugin

.

Connections

→

More connection settings

→

Printing

2 Select a printer plug-in and install it.
3 Select the installed printer plug-in.

The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network as your device.

4 Select a printer to add.

To add printers manually, tap →

Printing content

While accessing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap

→

→

All printers...

Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.

, and then select a printer.

Add printer

.

→

Print

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Settings

Connected devices

Change settings for device connections.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Quick Share

: Change the Quick Share settings. Refer to Quick Share for more

Connected devices

.

information.

•

Music Share

: Change the Music Share settings. Refer to Music Share for more

information.

•

Auto switch Buds

: Set the Galaxy Buds to switch from another device to your phone
when you make or answer a call, play media, and more. You can use this feature only
when you signed in to the same Samsung account on the other device and you are
wearing your Galaxy Buds.

•

Call & text on other devices

: Connect your tablet and phone to use calling and
messaging features on the tablet with your phone number. You must register and
sign in to the same Samsung account on the tablet and phone. Some calling and
messaging features may not be available.

•

Continue on other devices

: Use your phone’s apps and features on other devices

signed in to your Samsung account.

•

Link to Windows

: Access and use the mobile device’s data, such as apps or pictures,
on a Windows computer. A Microsoft account is required to use this feature. Visit

https://aka.ms/setupltw for details.

•

Multi control

: Use a mouse and keyboard connected to a Samsung computer that

supports this feature on your phone.

•

Smart View

: View your phone’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting
your phone to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor. Refer to Smart View for
more information.

•

Galaxy Wearable

: When you connect your phone to the wearable device, you can
customise the wearable device’s settings and apps. Refer to Galaxy Wearable for
more information.

•

SmartThings

: Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT)

products. Refer to SmartThings for more information.

•

Android Auto

: Connect your device to a vehicle and control some of your device’s

features on the vehicle’s display.

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Settings

Modes and Routines

Using modes

Add a mode based on your current activity or location. Your device’s settings will change
to match your activity or situation. You can turn the mode on or off from the quick
settings panel.

Adding modes

1 On the Settings screen, tap

2 Select a mode you want or tap

Modes and Routines

Add mode

to add your own modes.

→

Modes

.

Running modes

Modes will run automatically when their conditions are detected. You can also run them
manually by tapping the button whenever you want.

To run modes manually, select the mode you want and tap

To turn off a running mode, tap the mode and tap

Alternatively, open the quick settings panel, tap
it on. To turn the mode off, tap the mode button on the quick settings panel.

Turn off

Modes

Turn on

.

, and then select a mode to turn

.

Using routines

Automate your repetitive daily tasks. For example, you can automatically change your
sound settings depending on where you are, optimise your device’s settings for gaming,
and more.

Adding routines

1 On the Settings screen, tap

2 Tap and add your own routines or tap

If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap
option will appear only when there are no running conditions set.

Modes and Routines

Discover

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→

Routines

and select a routine you want.

.

Start manually

. This

Settings

Running routines

Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected. For routines
which you set the running condition as

Start manually

, you can run them manually by

tapping the button whenever you want.

To run routines manually, tap
a widget, tap a routine under

next to the routine you want to run. If you want to use

Manual routines

and tap

More

→

Set as widget

→

Add

.
The routine will be added as a widget to the Home screen and you can run the routine by
tapping the widget.

To stop running routines, tap

, tap the routine under

Running

, and then tap

Stop

, or tap

the routine’s widget on the Home screen.

Sounds and vibration

Options

Change settings for various sounds on the device.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Sound

/

Vibrate

/

Mute

mode.

•

Vibrate while ringing

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

calls.

•

Temporary mute

•

Ringtone

•

Notification sound

•

System sound

: Change the call ringtone.

: Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period.

: Change the notification sound.

: Change the sound to use for certain actions, such as charging the

device.

•

Volume

•

Call vibration

•

Notification vibration

•

System vibration

: Adjust the device’s volume level.

: Change the call vibration settings.

: Change the notification vibration settings.

: Select actions to receive vibration feedback and adjust the

Sounds and vibration

.

: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent

vibration intensity.

•

Vibration intensity

: Adjust the force of the vibration notification.

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Settings

•

Sound quality and effects

: Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Sound

quality and effects for more information.

•

Separate app sound

: Set the device to play media sound from a specific app
separately on the other audio device. Refer to Separate app sound for more
information.

Some features may not be available depending on the model.

Sound quality and effects

Set the device’s sound quality and effects.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Dolby Atmos

: Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio,

Sounds and vibration

→

Sound quality and effects

.

such as movies, music, and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience moving
audio sounds that flow all around you.

•

Equaliser

•

Loudness normalisation

: Change the sound profile and enjoy optimised sound.

: Reduce the differences in volume between different
content. The device will automatically increase the volume of content with low
volume.

•

App sound settings

: Check and manage the optimised sound settings you saved for
each media app. To adjust sound settings for each app, open the quick settings panel
while playing content in the app, touch and hold the volume adjustment bar, and
then change the settings. The same settings will be applied the next time you run
the app.

•

Adapt sound

•

UHQ upscaler

: Set the best sound for you.

: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos when using wired

headphones or Bluetooth headphones that support UHQ.

Depending on the model, you must connect headphones to use some features.

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Separate app sound

Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth
speaker or headset.

For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while
listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

Sounds and vibration

→

Separate app sound

and tap the

switch to turn it on.

2 Select an app to play media sounds separately and tap the Back button ( ).
3 Select a device for playing the selected app’s media sound.

Notifications

Change the notification settings.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

App notifications

•

Lock screen notifications

•

Status bar

: Set how to display notification icons and whether to display the

: Select the apps you want to receive notifications from.

remaining battery percentage on the status bar.

•

Notification pop-up style

Notifications

.

: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen.

: Select a notification pop-up style and change the

settings.

•

Do not disturb

•

Advanced settings

: Set the device to mute all sounds except for allowed exceptions.

: Configure advanced settings for notifications.

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Settings

Display

Options

Change the display and the Home screen settings.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Light

•

Dark mode settings

/

Dark

: Turn Dark mode on or off.

Display

.

: Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the

device at night or in a dark place. You can set a schedule for applying Dark mode.

The dark theme may not be applied in some apps.

•

Brightness

•

Adaptive brightness

: Adjust the brightness of the display.

: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments

and apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions.

•

Motion smoothness

: Change the refresh rate of the screen. When a high refresh rate
is set, the screen will scroll more smoothly. Refer to Motion smoothness for more
information.

•

Eye comfort shield

: Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted

by the screen. You can set a schedule for applying this feature.

•

Screen mode

: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast.
Refer to Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour for more
information.

•

Font size and style

•

Screen zoom

•

Camera cutout

•

Screen timeout

: Make the items on the screen larger or smaller.

: Change the font size and style.

: Set the device to hide the front camera from the screen.

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the

display’s backlight.

•

Easy mode

: Switch to easy mode to display larger icons and apply a simpler layout to

the Home screen.

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Settings

•

Edge panels

•

Navigation bar

: Change the settings for the Edge panel.

: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft

buttons) for more information.

•

Accidental touch protection

: Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting

touch input when it is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag.

•

Touch sensitivity

: Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen

protectors.

•

Show charging information

: Set the device to display the charging information, such

as the remaining battery percentage when the screen is off.

•

Screen saver

: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging.

Some features may not be available depending on the model.

Motion smoothness

The refresh rate is the number of times the screen is refreshed every second. Use a high
refresh rate to prevent the screen from flickering when switching between screens. The
screen will scroll more smoothly. When you select a standard refresh rate, you can use
the battery longer.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

2 Select a refresh rate.

•

Adaptive

screen refresh rate into a higher one.

•

Standard

power.

: Get smoother animations and scrolling by automatically adjusting your

: Use a standard refresh rate in normal situations to conserve battery

Display

→

Motion smoothness

.

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Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour

Change the screen mode or adjust the display colour to your preference.

Changing the screen mode

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Vivid

: This optimises the colour range, saturation, and sharpness of your display. You

can also adjust the display colour balance by colour value.

•

Natural

•

•

: This adjusts the screen to a natural tone.

You can adjust the display colour only in

Vivid

mode may not be compatible with third-party apps.

Display

→

Screen mode

and select a mode you want.

Vivid

mode.

Optimising the full screen colour balance

Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference.

On the Settings screen, tap
adjustment bar under

When you drag the colour adjustment bar towards
increase. When you drag the bar towards

White balance

Display

→

Screen mode

.

Warm

→

Vivid

and adjust the colour

Cool

, the blue colour tone will

, the red colour tone will increase.

Adjusting the screen tone by colour value

Increase or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the Red, Green, or Blue value
individually.

1 On the Settings screen, tap

2 Tap
3 Adjust the

Advanced settings

R

(Red), G (Green), or B (Blue) colour bar to your preference.

The screen tone will be adjusted.
To adjust the vividness level, drag the bar under

.

Display

→

Screen mode

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→

Vivid

Vividness

.

.

Settings

Battery

Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low
battery levels, conserve battery power by turning on power saving features.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Power saving

•

Background usage limits

•

Battery protection

: Turn on power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.

Battery

.

: Limit battery usage for apps that you do not use often.

: Set to stop charging when the battery is fully charged or limit

the maximum charge to the preset level.

•

Today

•

Charging settings

•

Auto dim screen

: Check the battery level and usage history.

: Configure the charging settings.

: Dim the screen when the remaining battery power drops below a

certain level.

•

Show battery percentage

: Display the remaining battery percentage on the status

bar.

•

Battery information

•

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs

: Check out battery information.

out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.

•

You might not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving
mode.

Wallpaper and style

Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.

On the Settings screen, tap

Wallpaper and style

.

Themes

Apply various themes to the device to change the visual elements of the Home screen,
locked screen, and icons.

On the Settings screen, tap

Themes

.

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