Samsung SM-A500FU Operating Instructions

SM-A500F

SM-A500F/DS

SM-A500FQ
SM-A500FU
SM-A500H
SM-A500Y
SM-A700H

SM-A500G
SM-A500H/DS
SM-A700F

User Manual

SM-A500G/DS

SM-A500HQ

SM-A700FD

English. 06/2016. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Read me first

Getting started

7 Package contents

8 Device layout

10 Using the SIM or USIM card and

battery

18 Using a memory card

20 Turning the device on and off

21 Locking and unlocking the screen

Basics

22 Using the touch screen

25 Home screen layout

29 Notifications and quick setting panels

32 Opening apps

32 Installing or uninstalling apps

34 Entering text

37 Screen capture

Network connectivity

40 Mobile data

40 Wi-Fi

41 Tethering and Mobile hotspot

Motions & usability features

43 Motions and gestures

46 Multi window

52 One-handed operation

53 Increasing touch screen sensitivity

Personalising

54 Managing the Home and Apps screens

56 Setting wallpaper and ringtones

57 Changing the screen lock method

58 Private mode

59 Easy mode

60 Transferring data from your previous

device

37 My Files

38 Power saving feature

39 Viewing help information

61 Setting up accounts

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Phone

62 Making calls

64 Receiving calls

65 Options during calls

Contacts

66 Adding contacts

66 Importing and exporting contacts

67 Searching for contacts

Messages & email

68 Messages

70 Email

Safety assistance

81 Emergency mode

82 Help message

Useful apps and features

83 S Finder

83 S Planner

85 S Voice

86 Internet

88 Music

90 Video

92 Clock

94 Calculator

94 Memo

95 Voice Recorder

Camera

72 Basic shooting

74 Shooting modes

77 Camera settings

Gallery

79 Viewing content on the device

80 Viewing content stored on other

devices

96 Dropbox

97 Flipboard

97 Radio

99 Google apps

Connecting with other
devices

101 Bluetooth

103 Wi-Fi Direct

105 NFC (NFC-enabled models)

107 S Beam (NFC-enabled models)

108 Quick connect

109 Screen Mirroring

111 Mobile printing

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Device & data manager

112 Upgrading the device

113 Transferring files between the device

and a computer

114 Backing up and restoring data

114 Performing a data reset

Settings

115 About Settings

115 Quick settings

115 Connections

120 Device

124 Personalisation

127 System

133 Applications

Appendix

134 Troubleshooting

140 Removing the battery (non-removable

type)

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Read me first

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

•

Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

•

Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.

•

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

•

Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.

•

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

•

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

•

You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.

•

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

•

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

•

Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,

Apps

→

you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap

Settings

→

About device

•

Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To view
the information, tap

.

Apps

→

Settings

→

About device

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→

Regulatory information

.

Read me first

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

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Getting started

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

•

Device

•

Quick start guide

•

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

•

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

•

Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

•

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

•

Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

•

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

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Device layout

Microphone

Receiver

Touch screen

Proximity/Light sensor

Front camera

Power button

SIM card / Memory card
tray (dual SIM models)

Memory card tray
(single SIM models)

Home button

Recent apps button

Microphone

Flash

Rear camera

SIM card tray

Back button

Headset jack

Multipurpose jack

GPS antenna (SM-A700)

GPS antenna (SM-A500)

NFC antenna
(NFC-enabled models)

Volume button

Speaker

Main antenna

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•

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

•

Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

•

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

Buttons

–

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

Button Function

•

Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

•

Press to turn on or lock the screen.

•

Tap to open the list of recent apps.

Recent apps

Home

Back

Volume

•

Tap and hold to access additional options for the current
screen.

•

Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.

•

Press to return to the Home screen.

•

Press twice to launch

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Press and hold to launch

•

Tap to return to the previous screen.

•

Press to adjust the device volume.

S Voice

Google

.

.

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Using the SIM or USIM card and battery

Installing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.

•

Only nano-SIM cards work with the device.

•

Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For
more information about service availability, contact your service provider.

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.

1

►

Dual SIM models:

►

Single SIM models:

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

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Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

2

►

Dual SIM models:

►

Single SIM models:

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►

3

Dual SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-

coloured contacts facing downwards.

Place the primary SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray 1 (
USIM card on the SIM card tray 2 (

The SIM card tray 2 also serves as the memory card tray. However, you cannot place
both the SIM or USIM card and the memory card at the same time.

►

Single SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-

coloured contacts facing downwards.

2 ).

2

1

1 ) and the secondary SIM or

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.

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Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

4

►

Dual SIM models:

►

Single SIM models:

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Removing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the SIM card tray to loosen the tray.

1

Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

2

Remove the SIM or USIM card.

3

►

Dual SIM models:

►

Single SIM models:

Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

4

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Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)

If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for
a single device.

Activating SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap
and then tap the switch to activate it.

Apps

→

Settings

→

SIM card manager

. Select a SIM or USIM card,

Changing the display name and icon of SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap
and tap

Name

or

Icon

Apps

→

Settings

. Set a display name and icon for each card.

→

SIM card manager

. Select a SIM or USIM card

Switching between cards

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

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Charging the battery

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

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

•

When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.

•

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 disconnecting from the
network or losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after fully
charging the battery.

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.

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

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•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

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

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.

Reducing the battery consumption

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

•

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

•

Close unnecessary apps using the task manager.

•

Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

•

Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

•

Deactivate auto-syncing of apps.

•

Decrease the backlight time.

•

Decrease the screen brightness.

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Using a memory card

Installing a memory card

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the tray.

1

Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.

2

Place a memory card on the memory card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing

3

downwards.

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

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Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.

4

►

Dual SIM models:

►

Single SIM models:

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Removing the memory card

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

Apps

→

Settings

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the tray.

1

Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.

2

Remove the memory card.

3

Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.

4

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or can damage the

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Unmount

.

memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

Formatting the memory card

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

On the Home screen, tap

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

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Format

→

FORMAT

.

Turning the device on and off

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

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

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

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

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Power off

.

Getting started

Restarting the device

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

Volume Down button

Power button

Locking and unlocking the screen

Pressing the Power 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, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any
direction within the unlock screen area.

You can change the unlock code to unlock the screen. Refer to Changing the screen lock

method for more information.

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Using the touch screen

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touch screen.

Tapping

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

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Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

Dragging

To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

Double-tapping

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

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Flicking

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

Spreading and pinching

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

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Home screen layout

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app
functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

To view other panels, scroll left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of
the screen. To customise the Home screen, refer to Managing the Home screen.

A widget

An app

A folder

Screen indicators

Favourite apps

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Home screen options

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the available options.

Flipboard Briefing

Use this feature to view the latest articles in various categories. You can get up to date on
news that interests you using this feature.

On the Home screen, tap or swipe to the right to open

1

Tap

2
3

START READING

Swipe upwards to browse articles in each news category.

To deactivate
Then, tap

Home screen settings

when launching this feature for the first time.

Flipboard Briefing

, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen.

and deselect

Flipboard Briefing

Flipboard Briefing

.

.

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Apps screen

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

On the Home screen, tap

Apps

to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, scroll left or
right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen. To customise the Apps screen,
refer to Managing the Apps screen.

Access additional
options.

An app

Screen indicators

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Indicator icons

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

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.

Icon Meaning

No signal

/

/

/

Signal strength

Currently accessing SIM or USIM card (dual SIM models)

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models)

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

Smart stay feature activated

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

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Icon Meaning

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Notifications and quick setting panels

Using the notifications panel

When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear
on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notifications panel and
view the details.

To open the notifications panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notifications
panel, drag the bar from the bottom of the screen upwards.

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Launch Settings.

Activate or deactivate options.

You can use the following functions on the notifications panel.

Tap and hold a button to view

more detailed settings.

Adjust the brightness.

View all quick setting buttons.

Launch S Finder.

Tap a notification and perform

various actions.

Launch Quick connect.

Select a SIM or USIM card. (dual
SIM models)

Clear all notifications.

Rearranging quick setting buttons

To rearrange quick setting buttons on the notifications panel, tap → , tap and hold an
item, and then drag the item to another location.

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Using the quick setting panel

You can activate or deactivate some features on the notifications panel. To activate or
deactivate more features, open the quick setting panel.

To open the quick setting panel, drag the status bar downwards with two fingers.
Alternatively, tap
from the bottom of the screen upwards.

Tap the following options to activate or deactivate them. You can view more detailed settings
if you tap and hold a button.

•

Wi-Fi

: Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.

•

Location

•

Sound

: Refer to Location for more information.

/

Vibrate

on the notifications panel. To close the quick setting panel, drag the bar

/

Mute

: Select a sound mode.

•

Screen rotation

Some apps do not allow screen rotation.

•

Bluetooth

•

Mobile data

•

U. power saving

•

Multi window

•

Flight mode

•

Mobile hotspot

•

Screen Mirroring

•

NFC

(NFC-enabled models): Refer to NFC (NFC-enabled models) for more information.

•

Side key panel

This feature may not be supported by some devices.

: Refer to Bluetooth for more information.

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

: Refer to Data usage or Mobile networks for more information.

: Refer to Ultra power saving mode for more information.

: Refer to Multi window for more information.

: Refer to Flight mode for more information.

: Refer to Tethering and Mobile hotspot for more information.

: Refer to Screen Mirroring for more information.

: Refer to Side key panel for more information.

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•

Sync

: When you activate this feature, the device automatically syncs apps, such as

calendar or email.

•

Smart stay

•

Power saving

•

Private mode

•

Touch sensitivity

This feature may not be supported by some devices.

: When you activate this feature, the screen stays on as long as you look at it.

: Refer to Power saving feature for more information.

: Refer to Private mode for more information.

: Refer to Increasing touch screen sensitivity for more information.

Opening apps

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.

To open the list of recently-used apps, tap

and select an app icon to open.

Closing an app

Tap → , and then tap

. Alternatively, tap → .

ALL

END

next to an app to close it. To close all running apps, tap

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Apps

Use this app to purchase and download apps.

Tap

Galaxy Apps

on the Apps screen.

END

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

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or tap

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the button that shows the app’s price.

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

SEARCH

to search for a keyword.

MORE

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→

Settings

INSTALL

→

Auto update apps

. To purchase

,

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Play Store

Use this app to purchase and download apps.

Tap

Play Store

Installing apps

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

on the Apps screen.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

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

Settings

→

INSTALL

Auto-update apps

. To purchase

, and

Managing apps

Uninstalling or disabling apps

To disable default apps, open the Apps screen and tap →
appears on the apps that you can disable. Select an app and tap

To uninstall downloaded apps, open the Apps screen and tap

Uninstall

app, and then tap

. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap

UNINSTALL

.

Settings

Enabling apps

Uninstall/disable apps

DISABLE

→

Downloaded apps

→

Application manager

.

.

→ →

, select an

On the Apps screen, tap →
Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap

→

Disabled

•

Hiding apps: Hide apps in the Apps screen only. You can continue to use hidden
apps.

•

Disabling apps: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the
device. You cannot use disabled apps.

•

Uninstalling apps: Uninstall downloaded apps.

, select an app, and then tap

Show disabled apps

Settings

ENABLE

, select apps, and then tap

→

Applications

.

→

Application manager

DONE

.

→

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Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and
more.

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

Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap

it twice.

Enter punctuation marks.

Change the keyboard settings.

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap →
more languages, you can switch between the input languages by sliding the space key left or
right.

Select input languages

, and then select the languages to use. If you select two or

Changing the keyboard layout

Tap , select a language under

On

3x4 keyboard

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

Input languages

, and then select a keyboard layout to use.

corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

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Using additional keyboard functions

Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of depending on
the last function that was used.

•

: Enter text by voice.

Start or pause entering text by
voice.

•

: Switch to handwriting mode.

Switch to the standard keyboard.

Switch between number mode

and character mode.

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

•

: Add an item from the clipboard.

•

: Change the keyboard settings.

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•

: Enter emoticons.

•

: Switch to the floating keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location by

dragging the tab.

Switch to the standard keyboard.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text.

1

Drag or to select the desired text, or tap

2

Tap

Copy

or

Cut

3

Place the cursor where the text is to be inserted and tap →

4

you have previously copied, tap

. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

→

Clipboard

Select all

and select the text.

to select all text.

Paste

. To paste text that

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Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device.

Press and hold the Home button and the Power button simultaneously. The image is saved
in the
edit the image and share it with others.

You can also capture screenshots using other methods. Refer to Palm swipe to capture for
more information.

Gallery

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

→ →

Album

→

Screenshots

folder. After capturing a screenshot, you can

My Files

Use this app to access various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud
storage services.

Tap

My Files

on the Apps screen.

Search for files or folders.

View the download history.

View files saved in cloud storage

services.

Access additional options.

View files by categories.

View files stored in the device.

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Power saving feature

Power saving mode

Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.

On the Apps screen, tap

saving mode
saving

Select from the following options:

to activate it.

•

Restrict all background data

using a mobile data connection.

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap

Settings

→

Battery

: Prevent apps that are running in the background from

→

Power saving mode

, and then tap the

Power

Power

Ultra power saving mode

Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device
performs the following:

•

Displays colours on the screen as grey tones.

•

Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only.

•

Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off.

•

Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features.

On the Apps screen, tap

power saving mode
U. power saving

To add an app to the Home screen, tap

To remove an app from the Home screen, tap

OK

tap

To change the settings for ultra power saving mode, such as network connectivity or sound,
tap

To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap

.

→

Settings

The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery
power runs out if the device is not used. Standby time may vary depending on your
device settings and operating conditions.

to activate it.

.

Settings

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap

→

Battery

→

Ultra power saving mode

and select an app.

→

→

Disable Ultra power saving mode

Remove

, and tap the

, select an app with , and then

Ultra

.

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Basics

Viewing help information

To view help information to learn how to use the device and apps, open the Apps screen and

Settings

tap

To view help information for an app while you are using the app, tap

→

Help

.

Some apps may not include help information.

→

Help

.

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Network connectivity

Mobile data

Connect the device to a mobile network to use the Internet or share media files with other
devices. Refer to Data usage for additional options.

►

Dual SIM models: On the Apps screen, tap

Settings

→

Data usage

→ a SIM or USIM card,

and then tick

►

Single SIM models: On the Apps screen, tap

.

data

Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap

Mobile data

.

Settings

→

Data usage

Mobile data

, and then tick

to activate it.

Mobile

Wi-Fi

Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other
devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for additional options.

•

Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all
European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction
indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors.

•

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

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list. Networks that require a password appear

2

with a lock icon.

Tap

3

CONNECT

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 connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list
of networks and tap

.

Settings

FORGET

→

.

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the

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Wi-Fi

switch to activate it.

Network connectivity

Tethering and Mobile hotspot

About tethering and mobile hotspots

Use this feature to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers and other
devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or
Bluetooth.

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

Using the mobile hotspot

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

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Tap the

2

•

•

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

3

list.

On the connected device, use the device’s mobile data connection to access the Internet.

4

Mobile hotspot

appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi networks

list.

To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap →
level of security. Then, enter a password and tap

Settings

switch to activate it.

→

Tethering and Mobile hotspot

Configure hotspot

SAVE

.

→

Mobile hotspot

and select the

.

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Network connectivity

Using USB tethering

Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via a USB cable.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Connect your device to the computer via the USB cable.

2

Tick

3
4

USB tethering

appears on the status bar when the two devices are connected.

On the computer, use your device’s mobile data connection.

.

Settings

→

Tethering and Mobile hotspot

.

Using Bluetooth tethering

Share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices via Bluetooth. Ensure that the
computer that you connect to supports the Bluetooth feature.

Pair your device with the other device via Bluetooth. Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth

1

devices for more information.

On the Apps screen of your device, tap

2

Tick

3
4
5

Bluetooth tethering

On the connected device, open the Bluetooth settings screen, tap →

On the connected device, use the device’s mobile data connection to access the Internet.

The connection methods may vary depending on the connected devices.

.

Settings

→

Tethering and Mobile hotspot

Internet access

.

.

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Motions & usability features

Motions and gestures

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

Smart alert

On the Apps screen, tap

Smart alert

If you have missed calls or new messages, the device will vibrate when you pick it up.

switch to activate it.

This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat
surface.

Settings

→

Motions and gestures

→

Smart alert

, and then tap the

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Motions & usability features

Mute/pause

On the Apps screen, tap

Mute/pause

switch to activate it.

Settings

→

Motions and gestures

→

Mute/pause

Placing palm on screen

Cover the screen with your palm to mute incoming calls or alarms.

Turning device over

, and then tap the

Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms.

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Motions & usability features

Palm swipe to capture

On the Apps screen, tap
then tap the

Place the side of your hand on the screen and sweep it across the screen from the right to the
left or vice versa to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in the

→

Screenshots

others.

Palm swipe to capture

folder. After capturing a screenshot, you can edit the image and share it with

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

Settings

→

Motions and gestures

switch to activate it.

→

Palm swipe to capture

Gallery

→ →

, and

Album

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Motions & usability features

Multi window

About Multi window

Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in a split screen. You can also run
multiple apps at the same time in pop-up windows.

•

Only apps on the Multi window tray can run.

•

Pop-up window features are not supported by some devices.

Split screen Multi window

Some apps, such as
windows when you drag them from the Multi window tray to the screen.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap
activate it.

Tap and hold to open the Multi window tray.

2

Tap and hold an app icon and drag it from the tray to the screen. Then, drag another app

3

icon to a new location on the screen.

App icons marked with
same time.

Calculator

Settings

can be launched in separate windows on the screen at the

and

Contacts

→

Multi window

, can only be launched in pop-up

, and then tap the

Multi window

Multi window

to

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Motions & usability features

Launching Multi window from the list of recent apps

Tap .

1

Tap to launch an app in Multi window.

2

Select another app to launch in Multi window.

3

Creating a Multi window combination

Use this feature to save the combination of the currently-running Multi window apps.

Launch two apps in a split screen Multi window.

1

Open the Multi window tray and tap →

2

The Multi window combination is added at the top of the Multi window tray.

To delete Multi window combinations, open the Multi window tray, tap
Multi window combination, and then tap

DELETE

Create

.

.

→

Edit

, select a

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Motions & usability features

Adjusting the window size

Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.

Using Multi window options

When you use Multi window apps, select the app window and a blue frame will appear
around it. Tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options:

•

: Switch locations between Multi window apps.

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Motions & usability features

•

: Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an

item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.

Some apps may not support this feature.

•

: Switch to a floating icon.

This feature may not be supported by some devices.

•

: Switch to the full screen view.

•

: Close the app.

Pop-up Multi window

On the Apps screen, tap

1

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap
activate it.

Tap and hold to open the Multi window tray.

2

Settings

→

Multi window

, and then tap the

Multi window

Multi window

to

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Motions & usability features

Tap an app icon in the Multi window tray to launch it in a pop-up window.

3

App icons marked with
time. Tap the app icon marked with the

Switch to a floating icon.

Move content.

Some apps may not support content moving.

can be launched in multiple pop-up windows at the same

, and then tap .

Switch to the full screen view.

Close the window.

Moving pop-up windows

To move a pop-up window, tap the circle on the pop-up window and drag it to a new
location.

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Motions & usability features

Using pop-up view shortcut

On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in a pop-up window.

1

Drag down diagonally from either end of the top edge. The app screen will appear in a

2

pop-up window.

•

To use this feature, open the Apps screen, tap

Pop-up view shortcut

tick

•

Some apps may not support this feature.

.

Settings

→

Multi window

Launching pop-up windows from the split screen Multi window

On the split screen Multi window, tap an app window to launch it in a pop-up window.

1

Tap and hold the circle between the app windows. The selected app will launch in a pop-

2

up window.

, and then

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Motions & usability features

Enlarge or reduce the screen
size.

Return to the full screen view.

Return to the previous screen.

Return to the Home screen.

Open the list of recent apps.

Adjust the volume.

One-handed operation

You can switch to one-handed operation mode to conveniently operate the device with one
hand.

Some features may not be supported by some devices.

Reducing the screen size

On the Apps screen, tap

Reduce screen size

The

Reduce screen size

To switch to one-handed operation mode, hold the device in one hand. Then, quickly drag
your thumb from the edge of the screen to the centre of the screen and back again.

Settings

, and then tap the

→

Display and wallpaper

option may not appear depending on the devices.

Reduce screen size

→

One-handed operation

switch to activate it.

→

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Motions & usability features

One-handed input

On the Apps screen, tap

One-handed input

Tap
panels for easy one-handed access.

or to adjust the position of the dialling keypad, in-call buttons, and other input

Settings

, and then tap the

→

Display and wallpaper

One-handed input

→

One-handed operation

switch to activate it.

→

Side key panel

On the Apps screen, tap

Side key panel

quick setting panel and tap

Use your device more easily with one hand by having the Recent apps button, the Home
button, and the Back button and other selected functions as buttons at the side of the screen.

, and then tap the

Settings

→

Side key panel

Side key panel

Display and wallpaper

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the

to activate it.

→

One-handed operation

→

Increasing touch screen sensitivity

Use this feature to operate the screen while wearing gloves.

On the Apps screen, tap

sensitivity

it.

. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap

•

Use leather gloves for better recognition while touching the screen. Other types of
material may not be recognised.

•

For best results, tap the screen firmly while wearing gloves.

•

This feature may not work properly when you are using S view.

•

This feature may not be supported by some devices.

Settings

→

Display and wallpaper

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, and then tick

Touch sensitivity

Increase touch

to activate

Personalising

Managing the Home and Apps screens

Managing the Home screen

Adding items

Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.

To add widgets, open the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap
hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.

Widgets

, tap and

Moving and removing an item

Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location.

To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

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

To remove an item, tap and hold the item. Then, drag it to
the screen.

Remove

that appears at the top of

Creating a folder

On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to

1

at the top of the screen.

Create folder

that appears

Enter a folder name.

2

Tap , select the apps to move to the folder, and then tap

3

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DONE

.

Personalising

Managing panels

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.

To add a panel, scroll left to the last panel, and then tap

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

To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to
the screen.

To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap

.

.

Remove

at the top of

Managing the Apps screen

Changing the sorting method

On the Apps screen, tap →

Hiding apps

Hide apps that you do not want to see on the Apps screen.

On the Apps screen, tap

Sort by

→

Hide apps

and select a sorting method.

, select apps, and then tap

DONE

.

To display hidden apps, tap

→

Show hidden apps

, select apps, and then tap

Moving items

On the Apps screen, tap →

To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

To move an item to a new panel, drag it to

Edit

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

Create page

that appears at the top of the screen.

Creating folders

On the Apps screen, tap →

1

app, and then drag it to

Enter a folder name.

2

Tap , select the apps to move to the folder, and then tap

3

Create folder

Create folder

. Alternatively, tap →

that appears at the top of the screen.

DONE

DONE

Edit

, tap and hold an

.

.

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Personalising

Setting wallpaper and ringtones

Setting wallpaper

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

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap

1

on the Apps screen, tap

Select a screen to change or apply wallpaper to.

2

Scroll left or right and select from images displayed at the bottom of the screen.

3

To select photos taken by the device’s camera or other images, tap

Tap

4

SET AS WALLPAPER

Settings

or

SAVE

→

Display and wallpaper

.

Wallpapers

→

Wallpaper

From Gallery

Changing ringtones

Change ringtones for incoming calls and notifications.

On the Apps screen, tap

►

Dual SIM models: To set a ringtone for incoming calls, tap

→

Ringtones

, select a ringtone, and then tap OK. To use a song stored in the device or in

Settings

→

Sounds and notifications

.

Ringtone

→ a SIM or USIM card

. Alternatively,

.

or .

ADD

your account as a ringtone, tap

To set a ringtone for notifications, tap

OK

a ringtone, and then tap

►

Single SIM models: To set a ringtone for incoming calls, tap

OK

and then tap

ringtone

To set a ringtone for notifications, tap

OK

.

.

. To use a song stored in the device or in your account as a ringtone, tap

.

.

Ringtone

Notification ringtone

→ a SIM or USIM card →

Notifications

Ringtones

, select a ringtone, and then tap

, select a ringtone,

, select

Add

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Personalising

Changing the screen lock method

You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your
personal information.

On the Apps screen, tap
lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

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

Settings

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

, and then select a screen

Pattern

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

PIN

A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password
again to verify it.

Password

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

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Personalising

Private mode

About private mode

Use this mode to prevent others from using or accessing specific content, such as images and
documents, stored on the device. You can save content to a specific location and deactivate
private mode to hide items securely.

Hiding content

On the Apps screen, tap

1

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap
activate it.

When you activate private mode for the first time, set an unlock code and a backup PIN.

Enter the private mode unlock code.

2

When this mode is activated,

To select items to hide, tap and hold an item in the list, tick items to select, and then tap

3

→

Move to Private

Items that are moved to private mode appear with

When you have selected the items to hide, open the Apps screen, tap

4

mode

quick setting panel and tap

The selected items will disappear from the screen.

, and then tap the

Settings

, or tap

Move

Private mode

→

Private mode

appears at the top of the screen.

→

Private

Private mode

→

switch to deactivate it. Alternatively, open the

to deactivate it.

, and then tap the

MOVE HERE

on them.

Private mode

Private mode

.

Settings

→

to

Private

Ensure that all files are saved or moved properly before deactivating private mode.

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Personalising

Viewing hidden content

You can only view hidden items when private mode is activated.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick setting panel and tap
activate it.

Enter the private mode unlock code.

2

On the Apps screen, tap

3

All items moved in private mode appear on the screen.

Settings

My Files

→

Private mode

→

Private

, and then tap the

.

Private mode

Private mode

to

Easy mode

Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on
the Home screen. You can access the most popular apps and frequently-used settings, and
add shortcuts to your favourite contacts.

On the Apps screen, tap

Settings

→

Easy mode

→

Easy mode

, select apps to apply simpler

→

DONE

DONE

layout, and then tap

To return to standard mode, open the Home screen and tap

Standard mode

.

Easy settings

.

→

Easy mode

Managing shortcuts

To add a shortcut to an app to the Home screen, scroll left, tap , and then select an app.

To add a shortcut to a contact on the Home screen, scroll right, tap

To delete a shortcut from the Home screen, tap

→

Edit

, select an app or contact with .

.

→

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Personalising

Transferring data from your previous device

Using backup accounts

You can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new device using your
Google or Samsung account. Refer to Backing up and restoring data for more information.

Using Samsung Smart Switch

You can transfer data of the previous device to a new device via Smart Switch. Visit

www.samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers.

Using Smart Switch Mobile

Use this app to transfer data from your previous device to your new device. You can
download the app from

On your device, tap

1

On your device, select an option depending on the previous device type and follow the

2

on-screen instructions.

If the previous device is an Android device, ensure that the Smart Switch Mobile app is
installed on the device. Refer to the help for more information.

Galaxy Apps

Smart Switch

or

Play Store

.

.

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Personalising

Using Smart Switch with computers

Use this feature to import a backup of your data (from selected manufacturer’s
mobile devices) from a computer to your device. You can download the app from

www.samsung.com/smartswitch.

Back up data from a previous device to the computer. For more information, contact the

1

device’s manufacturer.

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

2

Connect your current device to the computer using the USB cable.

3

On the computer, click the manufacturer of the previous device and follow the on-screen

4

instructions to transfer data to your device.

Using Samsung Kies

Import a backup of your data from your computer via Samsung Kies to restore data on your
device. You can also back up data to the computer via Samsung Kies. Refer to Connecting

with Samsung Kies for more information.

Setting up accounts

Adding accounts

Some apps used on your device require a registered account. Create accounts to have the
best experience with your device.

On the Apps screen, tap
Then, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.

To sync content with your accounts, select an account and tick items to sync.

Settings

→

Accounts

→

Add account

and select an account service.

Removing accounts

On the Apps screen, tap

account

.

Settings

→

Accounts

, select an account, and then tap →

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Remove

Phone

Making calls

Tap

Phone

►

Dual SIM models: Tap

on the Apps screen.

Keypad

, enter a phone number, and then tap or to make a

voice call, or tap

View call and message logs.

Enter the number using the

Add the number to the contacts

to make a video call.

View favourite contacts.

View the contacts list.

keypad.

Access additional options.

list.

Preview the phone number.

Delete a preceding character.

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Phone

View call and message logs.

►

Single SIM models: Tap

Keypad

, enter a phone number, and then tap to make a voice

call, or tap

Enter the number using the

Add the number to the contacts

to make a video call.

View favourite contacts.

View the contacts list.

keypad.

Access additional options.

list.

Preview the phone number.

Delete a preceding character.

You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in

Log, Favourites

Making calls from call logs or contacts list

Tap

Log

or

Contacts

To deactivate the call by dragging an icon to the right feature, tap
and then deselect

, and then drag a contact or a phone number to the right to make a call.

Swipe to call or message

.

, and

→

Settings

Contacts

→

.

Contacts

,

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Phone

Making an international call

Tap

Keypad

►

Dual SIM models: Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area

.

code, and phone number, and then tap

To block outgoing international calls, tap

→

USIM card

►

Single SIM models: Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area

code, and phone number, and then tap

To block outgoing international calls, tap

barring

. Then, select a call type and tick

Call barring

. Then, select a call type and tick

or .

→

Settings

.

→

Settings

International calls

→

→

Call

→

More settings

International calls

Call

→

More settings

.

→ a SIM or

.

→

Call

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 reject message bar upwards.

To create various rejection messages, open the Apps screen and tap

→

Call

→

Call rejection

→

Rejection messages

→ .

Phone

→ →

Settings

Missed calls

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

Phone

→

Log

to view missed calls.

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Phone

Options during calls

During a voice call

The following actions are available:

•

: Increase the volume.

•

Add call

•

Keypad

•

End call

•

Speaker

into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears.

•

Mute

: Dial a second call.

: Open the keypad.

: End the current call.

: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak

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

•

Bluetooth

Tap

to view more options.

When you launch apps during a call, a pop-up window for the call screen (
continue your phone conversation while using apps.

To move the pop-up window, drag it to another location.

To delete the pop-up window, tap and hold it, and then tap

To return to the call screen, tap the pop-up window.

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

OK

.

During a video call

Tap the screen to use the following options:

•

Switch

•

Mute

•

End call

: Switch between the front and rear cameras.

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

: End the current call.

) appears. You can

to view more options.

Tap

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Contacts

Adding contacts

Moving contacts from other devices

You can move contacts from other devices to your device. Refer to Transferring data from

your previous device for more information.

Creating contacts manually

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Tap and enter contact information.

2

•

: Add an image.

•

/ : Add or delete a contact field.

Tap

SAVE

3

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

.

Add to Contacts

Contacts

.

→

Contacts

.

Keypad

, enter the number,

Importing and exporting contacts

Import contacts from storage services to your device or export contacts from the device to
storage services.

On the Apps screen, tap

Contacts

→

Contacts

.

Tap

→

Settings

export option.

→

Contacts

→

Import/export contacts

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, and then select an import or

Contacts

Searching for contacts

On the Apps screen, tap

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it
quickly.

•

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

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

•

: Add to favourite contacts.

•

/ : Make a voice or video call.

•

•

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

Contacts

→

Contacts

.

Adding shortcuts for contacts to the Home screen

Add shortcuts to contacts that you frequently communicate with on the Home screen.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Select a contact.

2
3

Tap →

Add shortcut to home screen

Contacts

→

Contacts

.

.

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Messages & email

Messages

Sending messages

Send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).

You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are
roaming.

Tap

1
2

Messages

Tap .

on the Apps screen.

Add recipients and enter a message.

3

►

Dual SIM models:

Enter recipients.

Enter a message.

Attach files.

Enter emoticons.

Access additional options.

Select contacts from the
contacts list.

Send the message.

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Messages & email

►

Single SIM models:

Enter recipients.

Enter a message.

Access additional options.

Select contacts from the
contacts list.

4

Attach files.

Enter emoticons.

►

Dual SIM models: Tap or to send the message.

►

Single SIM models: Tap to send the message.

Send the message.

Viewing incoming messages

Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view
the person’s messages.

You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are
roaming.

While viewing a message, tap

to view more options.

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Messages & email

Email

Setting up email accounts

Tap

Email

on the Apps screen.

Set up an email account when opening

Enter the email address and password. Tap

SETUP

for a company email account. After that, follow the on-screen instructions to complete

Email

NEXT

for the first time.

for a private email account or tap

MANUAL

the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

→

MANAGE ACCOUNTS

→ .

If you have more than one email account, you can set one as the default account. Tap

MANAGE ACCOUNTS

→ →

Set default account

.

Sending emails

Tap

Email

Tap

on the Apps screen.

at the bottom of the screen to compose a message.

Save the message for later

delivery.

Attach images, videos and

others.

Discard the message.

Send the message.

Access additional options.

→

Add recipients.

Enter a subject.

Enter a message.

Add a CC or BCC.

Insert files into the message, or
use editing options.

Add recipients from the contacts
list.

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Messages & email

Reading emails

Tap

Email

on the Apps screen.

Tap

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

new messages, tap

Tap a message to read.

Add this email address to the

contacts list or view other

Forward the message.

.

options.

Delete the message.

Access additional options.

Open attachments.

Mark the message as a reminder.

Reply to all recipients.

Reply to the message.

Go to the previous or next
message.

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Camera

Display current

Basic shooting

Taking photos or recording videos

Tap

1
2
3

Camera

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

Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video.

•

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

•

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

on the Apps screen.

•

To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on
the centre of the screen, tap

Switch between the

front and rear

cameras.

Change camera

settings.

.

mode.

Start recording a
video.

Take a photo.

Change the shooting
mode.

View photos and
videos you have
captured.

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Camera

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

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

•

The front camera lens is suitable for taking wide-angle photos. Minor distortion
may occur in wide-angle photos and does not indicate device performance
problems.

Launching Camera on the locked screen

To quickly take photos of special moments, launch

On the locked screen, drag
screen, tap

Camera etiquette

•

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

•

Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.

•

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

Settings

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

→

Lock screen

outside the large circle. If is not shown, open the Apps

, and then tick

Camera

Camera shortcut

on the locked screen.

.

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Camera

Shooting modes

Auto

Use this mode to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal
mode for the photo.

On the Apps screen, tap

Camera

→

MODE

→

Auto

.

Selfie

Use this mode to take a self-portrait using the front camera.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Tap to use the front camera.

2

Tap

3
4

MODE

Show your palm to the screen or tap to take a photo of yourself.

→

Selfie

.

Camera

.

Wide selfie

Use this mode to take a wide self-portrait using the front camera.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Tap to use the front camera.

2

Tap

3

MODE

→

Wide selfie

Camera

.

.

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Camera

Show your palm to the screen or tap to take a photo of yourself.

4

Slowly rotate the device left and then right to take a panoramic photo. The device

5

combines the photos into a single panoramic image.

•

Make sure to keep the blue frame inside the viewfinder window.

•

The subjects should remain still while taking wide self-portraits.

•

The resolution of a photo may be affected by lighting conditions.

•

The top and bottom parts of the image displayed on the preview screen may be
cut out of the photo depending on the shooting conditions.

•

To get the best results, hold the device in your hand and stretch out your arm as far
as possible.

Rear-cam selfie

Use this mode to allow the camera to detect and focus your face automatically when you take
a self-portrait using the rear camera.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Move the frame to the position where your face will appear and adjust the frame size.

2

Position the device so the rear camera is aimed at your face. When the face is detected,

3

the device beeps. Then, the device automatically takes the photo after 2 seconds.

Camera

→

MODE

→

Rear-cam selfie

.

Panorama

Use this mode to take a photo composed of many photos strung together.

On the Apps screen, tap

To get the best shot, follow these tips:

Camera

→

MODE

→

Panorama

.

•

Move the camera slowly in one direction.

•

Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder.

•

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

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Camera

Night

Use this mode to take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.

On the Apps screen, tap

Camera

→

MODE

→

Night

.

Animated GIF

Use this mode to create an animated photo from a series of photos.

On the Apps screen, tap

Camera

→

MODE

→

Animated GIF

.

Managing shooting modes

Select the shooting modes to appear on the mode selection screen.

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Tick the modes to add to the modes list.

2

•

Beauty face

•

Continuous shot

: Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images.

Camera

: Take a series of photos of moving subjects.

→

MODE

→

Manage modes

.

•

HDR (Rich tone)

and dark areas.

•

Shot & more

using the shooting modes.

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

: Take a series of photos and modify them by applying various effects

Downloading shooting modes

Download more shooting modes from

On the Apps screen, tap

Camera

→

Galaxy Apps

MODE

→

.

Download

.

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Camera

Camera settings

On the Apps screen, tap
still camera and video camera modes.

•

•

•

•

•

To use more options, tap

•

•

•

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

: Set the device to take a number of photos at preset intervals when taking photos

with the front camera.

: Use this for delayed-time shots.

: Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos.

/ : Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up more

memory.

Palm selfie

Beauty face

Exposure value

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

: Set the device to detect your palm, so you can use it to take self-portraits.

: Set the device to take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images.

Camera

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

→ . Not all of the following options are available in both

.

•

ISO

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

•

White balance

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

•

Metering modes

calculated.
measures the light value at a specific location.

•

Tap to take pics

•

Video size

more memory.

•

Recording mode

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

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

Centre-weighted

: Tap the image on the preview screen to take photos.

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

: Change the recording mode.

measures background light in the centre of the scene.

Matrix

averages the entire scene.

Spot

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Camera

•

Location tags

•

•

: Set the device to attach the location tag to the photo.

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

When you share a photo with the location tag attached, the location information

→

may be exposed to others. To avoid this, when viewing the photo, tap

More

→ , and then tap under

info

•

Storage location

•

Save as flipped

taking photos with the front camera.

•

Grid lines

•

Voice control

•

The volume key

function.

•

Review pics/videos

•

Reset settings

The available options vary depending on the mode used.

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

: Select the memory location for storage.

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

: Set the device to take photos with voice commands.

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

: Set the device to show photos or videos after capturing them.

: Reset the camera settings.

Location

to delete your location information.

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Gallery

Modify the image.

Send the image to others.

thumbnails

Viewing content on the device

On the Apps screen, tap

Video files show the

To hide or show the menu bar and the preview thumbnails, tap the screen.

Move to the previous screen.

Search for other devices to view

Gallery

icon on the preview thumbnail.

the image.

and select an image or a video.

Access additional options.

Delete the image.

Image and video preview

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Gallery

Viewing content stored on other devices

Search for content that is stored in other devices and view it on your device.

Tap

Gallery

Accessing content on a nearby device

on the Apps screen.

To use this feature, open the Apps screen, tap

devices

more settings.

On the Gallery main screen, tap
You can view content on the devices with the content sharing feature activated.

, and then tap the

Nearby devices

and select a device in

Settings

switch to activate it. Refer to Nearby devices for

→

NFC and sharing

Nearby devices

→

to access content.

Nearby

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Safety assistance

Emergency mode

About emergency mode

Use this mode to extend the device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation.
When this mode is activated, the screen brightness decreases and battery consumption is
reduced by restricting some features. You can also turn on the flash, sound alarms, and send
your location information to others in a message.

Activating emergency mode

Press and hold the Power button, and then tap
screen, tap

mode

Remaining battery power and

estimated battery standby time

Settings

switch to activate it.

Send your current location

information in a message.

Browsing the Internet.

→

Safety assistance

Turn on the flash.

→

Emergency mode

Emergency mode

, and then tap the

Access additional options.

Sound alarms.

Make a call.

Add more apps to use.

Make an emergency call.

. Alternatively, on the Apps

Emergency

The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery

power runs out if the device is not used. Standby time may vary depending on your

device settings and operating conditions.

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Safety assistance

Deactivating emergency mode

To deactivate emergency mode, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

mode

. Alternatively, tap →

Disable Emergency mode

. Emergency mode is deactivated.

Emergency

Help message

About help message

You can preset contacts to send a message to in an emergency. Send messages to your
primary contacts by quickly pressing the Power button three times.

On the Apps screen, tap

Adding primary contacts

On the Apps screen, tap

1

Settings

Settings

→

Safety assistance

→

Safety assistance

.

.

Tap

2
3

Manage primary contacts

Tap

Create contact

existing contact as a primary contact.

and enter contact information or tap

→

Create primary contact

.

Select from contacts

to add an

Setting help messages

On the Apps screen, tap

Send help messages

the

Settings

switch to activate it. Select content to include in help messages.

→

Safety assistance

→

Send help messages

, and then tap

Sending help messages

In an emergency situation, quickly press the Power button three times. The device sends
messages to your primary contacts. The messages include your location information.

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Useful apps and features

S Finder

Use this app to search for content on the device. You can apply various filters and view the
search history.

Open the notifications panel and tap

S Finder

.

Searching for content

Tap the search field and enter a keyword, or tap and say a keyword.

To get more refined results, tap

To select search categories, tap

Filter

and apply filters under the search field.

→

Select search locations

.

S Planner

Creating events or tasks

Tap

1
2

S Planner

Tap . Alternatively, select a date with no events or tasks in it and tap the date again.

on the Apps screen.

If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap

Select either event or task and enter details.

3

•

Add event

setting.

•

Add task

: Set a start and end date for an event. You can set an optional repeat

: Add a task to do on a specific date. You can set an optional priority setting.

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.

Useful apps and features

Select an item.

Enter a title.

Set a start and end date for the

Select a calendar to use or sync
with.

Attach a map showing the
location of the event.

event.

Add more details.

Tap

SAVE

4

to save the event or task.

Syncing events and tasks with your accounts

Tap

S Planner

To sync events and tasks with your accounts, tap

To add accounts to sync with, tap
to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, a green circle is displayed next to the
account name.

To change an account’s syncing option, open the Apps screen, tap
then select an account service.

on the Apps screen.

→

Calendars

→

Sync now

→

Add account

.

. Then, select an account

Settings

→

Accounts

, and

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Useful apps and features

S Voice

About S Voice

Use this app to command the device by voice to perform various features.

Tap

S Voice

on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice.

To deactivate the access by pressing the Home button, tap

Open via the home key

.

→

Settings

, and then deselect

Setting the language

Tap →

Settings

The selected language is applied to

the device.

→

Language

, and then select a language.

S Voice

only, not to the language displayed on

Using S Voice

When you launch
blue.

Say a voice command.

If the device recognises the command, the device will perform the corresponding action.

S Voice

, the device starts voice recognition and the microphone icon turns

Tips for better voice recognition:

•

Speak clearly.

•

Speak in quiet places.

•

Do not use offensive or slang words.

•

Avoid speaking in dialectal accents.

The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands
depending on your surroundings or how you speak.

Waking up S Voice in standby mode

If S Voice is not used for a certain period, it automatically switches to standby mode.

Tap the microphone icon or say “Hi Galaxy” to the device to resume voice recognition.

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Useful apps and features

Changing the wake-up command

You can change the wake-up command from “Hi Galaxy”. The wake-up command is used to
launch

Tap

→

S Voice

Settings

when the device is in standby mode.

→

Voice wake-up

→

Set wake-up command

.

Internet

Introduction

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

Browsing webpages

Tap

1
2

Internet

Tap the address field.

on the Apps screen.

Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.

3

To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.

Refresh the current webpage.

Access additional options.

Open the homepage.

View your bookmarks, saved
webpages, and recent browsing
history.

Move to the previously-visited

page.

Open the browser's tab
manager.

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Useful apps and features

Using secret mode

In secret mode, you can separately save and manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages.

You can lock secret mode using a password.

Activating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap

If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.

In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.

In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.

Tabs

→

ENABLE SECRET

.

Changing security settings

You can change your password.

Tap

MORE

→

Settings

→

Privacy

→

Secret mode security

→

Change password

.

Deactivating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap

Tabs

→

DISABLE SECRET

.

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Useful apps and features

Music

Playing music

Tap

Music

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

on the Apps screen.

Search for other devices to play

the file.

Turn on shuffle.

Open the playlist.

Skip to the previous song. Tap

and hold to move backwards

quickly.

Access additional options.

Adjust the volume.

Set the file as your favourite
song.

Change the repeat mode.

Add the song to a playlist.

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

Pause and resume playback.

To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap →

When

Smart volume

is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device
volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent
damage to your hearing.

Smart volume

may not be activated for some files.

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Settings

, and then tick

Smart volume

.

Useful apps and features

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

Adapt Sound

When you activate this option for the first time, tap
starts a series of sound tests to adjust the sound level and starts to beep. Tap
hear the beep or
is finished. Then, tick
music.

When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound option is not
applied to music playback. If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower, the
option is reapplied.

→ On.

NO

START

if you cannot. Repeat this step for each test until the sound adjustment

Music sound

and tap

DONE

to apply the option when you listen to

to adjust the sound. The device

Playing music stored on other devices

Search for music that is stored on other devices and play it on your device.

Tap

Music

on the Apps screen.

Settings

YES

if you can

→

Accessing music on a registered device

To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account.

On the Music main screen, tap
access and play music. You can play the song on the devices that are registered to Samsung
link. Visit link.samsung.com for more information.

•

Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or
mobile network.

•

You may incur additional charges when you access content stored on other devices
via the mobile network.

DEVICES

and select a device in

REGISTERED DEVICES

to

Accessing music on a nearby device

To use this feature, open the Apps screen, tap

devices

more settings.

, and then tap the

Nearby devices

Settings

switch to activate it. Refer to Nearby devices for

→

NFC and sharing

→

Nearby

On the Music main screen, tap
and play music. You can play the song on the devices with the content sharing feature
activated.

DEVICES

and select a device in

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NEARBY DEVICES

to access

Useful apps and features

Video

Playing videos

Tap

Video

Select a video to play.

on the Apps screen.

Search for other

devices to play the

file.

Move forwards or

backwards by

dragging the bar.

Change screen ratio.

Skip to the previous

video. Tap and hold
to move backwards

quickly.

To customise the control panel location during playback, tap →

controller

, and then tap

CLOSE

. Then, tap or to move the control panel to either side of

Settings

Adjust the volume.

Access additional
options.

Pause and resume
playback.

Switch to the
pop-up video player.

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

, tick

Mini

the screen.

This feature is available only in landscape orientation.

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Useful apps and features

Playing videos stored on other devices

Search for videos that are stored in other devices and play them on your device.

Tap

Video

Accessing a video on a registered device

To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account.

on the Apps screen.

On the Video main screen, tap
and play the video. You can play the video on the devices registered to Samsung link. Visit

link.samsung.com for more information.

•

Ensure that the registered devices are turned on and connected to a Wi-Fi or
mobile network.

•

You may incur additional charges when you access content stored on other devices
via the mobile network.

DEVICES

and select a device in

Registered devices

to access

Accessing a video on a nearby device

To use this feature, open the Apps screen, tap

devices

more settings.

On the Video main screen, tap
and play the video. You can play the video on devices that have the content sharing feature
activated.

, and then tap the

Nearby devices

DEVICES

and select a device in

Settings

switch to activate it. Refer to Nearby devices for

→

NFC and sharing

Nearby devices

→

Nearby

to access

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Useful apps and features

Clock

Alarm

On the Apps screen, tap

Clock

→

Alarm

.

Setting alarms

Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set
other various alarm options, and then tap
to the alarm in the alarms list.

•

Snooze

time.

•

Smart alarm

volume a few minutes before a preset alarm is scheduled to sound. The volume of the
smart alarm increases gradually until you turn it off or the preset alarm sounds.

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

: Set a time and tone for the smart alarm. A smart alarm starts at a low

DONE

. To activate or deactivate alarms, tap next

Stopping alarms

Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze
option, drag

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

Deleting alarms

Tap and hold an alarm, and then tap .

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Useful apps and features

World clock

On the Apps screen, tap

Clock

→

World clock

.

Creating clocks

Enter a city name or select a city from the cities list or globe, and then tap .

To apply summer time, tap

This feature may vary depending on the devices.

, tap and hold a clock, and then tap .

Deleting clocks

Tap and hold a clock, and then tap .

Stopwatch

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

START

to time an event. Tap

Clock

→

Stopwatch

LAP

.

to record lap times.

Tap

STOP

to stop timing. To clear lap times, tap

Timer

On the Apps screen, tap

Set the duration, and then tap

Drag

outside the large circle when the timer goes off.

Clock

→

Timer

START

RESET

.

.

.

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Useful apps and features

Calculator

Use this app for simple or complex calculations.

Tap

Calculator

on the Apps screen.

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

rotation

To see the calculation history, tap

To clear the history, tap

is disabled, tap →

Scientific calculator

to hide the keypad.

→

CLEAR HISTORY

.

.

Screen

Memo

Use this app to create memos and organise them by category.

Tap

Memo

Composing memos

Tap on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following
options:

•

on the Apps screen.

: Create or set a category.

•

•

To save the memo, tap

To edit a memo, tap a memo, and then tap the content of the memo.

: Insert images.

: Make a voice recording to insert.

SAVE

.

Searching for memos

Tap on the memos list and enter a keyword to search for memos that include the keyword.

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Useful apps and features

Voice Recorder

Recording voice memos

Tap

Voice Recorder

on the Apps screen.

Tap
recording, tap

While recording a voice memo, tap

to start recording. Speak into the microphone. Tap to pause recording. To cancel

. Tap to finish recording.

to insert a bookmark.

Access additional options.

Recording elapsed time

Display the list of voice memos.

Start recording.

To set the device to remove background noise, tap →

reduction

.

Change the recording mode.

Settings

, and then tick

Noise

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Useful apps and features

Playing voice memos

Tap

Voice Recorder

on the Apps screen.

Tap

and select a voice memo to play.

•

: Trim the voice memo.

•

: Set a portion of the voice memo for loop playback.

•

•

•

•

•

: Adjust the playback speed.

: Skip a silent portion in the voice memo.

: Insert bookmarks in the voice memo.

/ : Pause or resume playback.

/ : Skip to the previous or next voice memo.

Dropbox

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

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

Dropbox

Tap

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

Use the following functions:

•

Files

•

Photos

albums.

•

Notifications

on the Apps screen.

: Upload or open files. Tap to upload files.

: View the uploaded photos or videos. Tap to share or delete files, or create

: View notifications.

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Useful apps and features

Flipboard

Use this app to view live social network updates and news in a personalised magazine format.

Tap

Flipboard

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

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

On the Flipboard main screen, select from various news articles and subscriptions.

on the Apps screen.

Radio

Listening to the FM radio

Tap

Radio

Before you use this app, you must connect a headset, which serves as the radio antenna.

Tap

on the Apps screen.

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

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

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View information about the

Enter radio station frequency

manually.

Record a song from the FM radio.

Turn the FM radio on or off.

Fine-tune the frequency.

View the list of favourite stations.

current station.

Add the current radio station to
the favourites list.

Access additional options.

Search for an available radio
station.

Scanning radio stations

Tap

Radio

Tap

STATIONS

available stations automatically.

Select the radio station you want from the stations list.

on the Apps screen.

→

SCAN

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

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Google apps

Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google
account to access some apps. Refer to Setting up accounts for more information.

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

Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the
region or service provider.

Chrome

Search for information and browse webpages.

Gmail

Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.

Google+

Share your news and follow updates that your family, friends, and others share. You can also
back up your photos and videos, and more.

Maps

Find your location on the map, search for locations, and view location information for various
places.

Play Music

Discover, listen to, and share music on your device.

Play Movies & TV

Watch videos stored on your device and download various content to watch from

Play Store

.

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Play Books

Download various books from

Play Store

and read them.

Play Newsstand

Read news and magazines that interest you in one convenient location.

Play Games

Download games from

Play Store

and play them with others.

Drive

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

YouTube

Watch or create videos and share them with others.

Photos

Manage photos, albums, and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to

Google+

.

Hangouts

Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls
while you are chatting.

Google

Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.

Voice Search

Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase.

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