Samsung SM-A910F User Guide

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SM-A910F/DS

User Manual

English (SEA). 06/2016. Rev.1.1

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Table of Contents

Basics

4 Read me first

6 Package contents

7 Device layout

9 Battery

12 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

16 Memory card (microSD card)

19 Turning the device on and off

19 Touchscreen

22 Home screen

28 Lock screen

29 Notification panel

31 Entering text

33 Screen capture

34 Opening apps

Applications

51 Installing or uninstalling apps

53 Phone

56 Contacts

59 Messages

61 Internet

63 Email

64 Camera

73 Gallery

76 S Planner

77 S Health

80 S Voice

82 Voice Recorder

83 My Files

83 Memo

35 Multi window

39 Samsung account

41 Transferring data from your previous

device

43 Device and data management

45 Quick connect

48 Sharing features

50 Emergency mode

84 Clock

86 Calculator

86 Google apps

Table of Contents

Settings

88 Introduction

88 Wi-Fi

90 Bluetooth

92 Flight mode

92 Mobile hotspot and tethering

93 Data usage

94 SIM card manager

95 Mobile networks

95 NFC and payment

98 More connection settings

101 Smart Manager

104 Applications

104 Sounds and vibrations

105 Notifications

Appendix

119 Troubleshooting

105 Do not disturb

106 Display

106 Advanced features

107 Wallpaper

107 Themes

108 Home screen

108 Lock screen and security

113 Privacy and safety

114 Easy mode

115 Accessibility

115 Accounts

116 Google

116 Backup and reset

117 Language and input

117 Battery

118 Storage

118 Date and time

118 User manual

118 About device

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Read me first

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

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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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

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

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Battery info

Apps

→

Settings

→

About device

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Regulatory information

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Quick start guide

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

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

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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

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

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

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Receiver

Rear camera

Device layout

Memory card tray

Proximity/Light sensor

Touchscreen

Home key (Fingerprint

recognition sensor)

Recents key

Headset jack

Multipurpose jack

Microphone

Front camera

Power key

SIM card tray

Back key

Microphone

Loud speaker

GPS antenna

NFC antenna

Main antenna

Volume key

Flash

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Keys

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

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

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

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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

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

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

Key Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

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Press to turn on or lock the screen.

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Tap to open the list of recent apps.

Recents

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Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.

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

Home

Back

Volume

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to launch

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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

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Press to adjust the device volume.

Google

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Battery

Charging the battery

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

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

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.

Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

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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.

Viewing the remaining charging time

While charging, open the Home screen and tap

The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.

Apps

→

Settings

→

Battery

Reducing the battery consumption

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

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Optimise the device using the Smart manager.

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

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Activate power saving mode.

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Close unnecessary apps.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as emails.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the screen brightness.

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Battery charging tips and precautions

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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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.

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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.

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

Power saving mode

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

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

To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the

Apps

→

Settings

→

Battery

→

Power saving mode

, and then tap

preset level, tap

Start power saving

and select an option.

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Ultra power saving mode

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

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Displays colours on the screen as grey tones.

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Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only.

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Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off.

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Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features.

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

To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.

Apps

→

Settings

→

Battery

→

Ultra power saving mode

→

Disable Ultra power saving mode

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Installing the SIM or USIM card

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

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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In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.

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

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

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

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

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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 (

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

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

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1 ) and the secondary SIM or

Removing the SIM or USIM card

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

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

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Remove the SIM or USIM card.

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

Using dual SIM or USIM cards

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 tap the switch to activate it.

Customising SIM or USIM cards

On the Home screen, tap card to access the following options:

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Icon

: Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card.

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Name

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Network mode

: Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card.

Apps

→

Settings

Apps

→

Settings

: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.

→

SIM card manager

→

SIM card manager

. Select a SIM or USIM card

and select a SIM or USIM

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Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards

When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, and data services to specific cards.

On the Home screen, tap preferences for your cards in

Apps

→

Settings

Preferred SIM card

→

SIM card manager

and set the feature

Memory card (microSD card)

Installing a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 256 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

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

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

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

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

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

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

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

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

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

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

downwards.

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

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

On the Home screen, tap

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

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

Remove the memory card.

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

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

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Unmount

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 memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

SD card

→

Format

→

FORMAT

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Turning the device on and off

Press and hold the Power key 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 key, 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.

Power off

Restarting the device

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

Volume Down key

Power key

Touchscreen

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

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

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

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It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.

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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 your finger.

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.

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Double-tapping

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

Swiping

Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards 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

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

To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.

The Home screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.

A widget

An app A folder

News screen indicator. View the

Lock screen

Pressing the Power key 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.

The screen is locked with

Press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction to unlock the screen.

To change the screen lock method, on the Apps screen, tap

→

security

When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint 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.

Screen lock type

Swipe

, the default screen lock method.

, and then select a method.

Settings

→

Lock screen and

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Swipe

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Pattern

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: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.

: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.

: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.

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Password

the screen.

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None

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Fingerprints

recognition for more information.

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: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock

: Do not set a screen lock method.

: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint

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

Settings

tap

Auto factory reset

→

Lock screen and security

switch to activate it.

→

Secure lock settings

and tap the

Notification panel

Using the notification 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 notification panel and view the details.

To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen.

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Launch Settings.

You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

Quick setting buttons

Launch Quick connect.

Tap a notification and perform

various actions.

View more quick setting buttons.

Adjust the brightness.

SIM and USIM card feature preferences. Tap to access the SIM card manager.

Access the notification settings.

Clear all notifications.

Using quick setting buttons

Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area, or tap

To rearrange buttons, tap

to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.

→

EDIT

, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another

location.

S Finder

Search for a wide variety of content with a keyword.

Searching for content on the device

Open the notification panel and tap →

S Finder

Enter a keyword in the search field or tap

To get more refined results, tap

Filter

under the search field, and then select filter details.

and say a keyword.

Setting search categories

You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.

Tap

→

Select search locations

and select categories.

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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 → or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.

Add input languages

, and then select the languages to use. When you select two

Changing the keyboard layout

Tap , select a language under use.

3x4 keyboard

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

Languages and types

, and then select a keyboard layout to

corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

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voice.

Additional keyboard functions

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: Enter text by voice.

Change the voice input settings.

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: Add an item from the clipboard.

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: Enter emoticons.

: Change the keyboard settings.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text.

Drag or to select the desired text, or tap

Tap

Copy

Cut

The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

Select all

Delete a preceding character.

Start or pause entering text by

to select all text.

Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap

To paste text that you have previously copied, tap

Paste

Clipboard

and select the text.

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Dictionary

Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.

Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up.

If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag

Tap

Dictionary

If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap dictionary to download it.

View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window.

To switch to the full screen view, tap definitions. In the detailed view, tap

Search Web

on the options list.

. Tap the definition on the screen to view more

to add the word to your favourite words list or tap

to use the word as a search term.

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device.

or to select the desired text.

Manage dictionaries

→

next to a

Capturing screenshots

Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. You can view captured images in

You can also capture screenshots by swiping your hand to the left or right across the screen. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap

Palm swipe to capture

Gallery

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

and tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

→

Advanced features

→

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Smart capture

You can capture the current screen and scrollable area. You can also immediately crop and share the captured screen.

If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap

Smart capture

are capturing, use one of the following options:

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Capture more

web page. The screen will automatically scroll down and more content will be captured.

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Crop

: Crop a portion from the screenshot.

, tap the switch to activate it, and then capture a screenshot. On the screen you

: Capture more content that continues across multiple screens, such as a

: Share the screenshot.

Settings

→

Advanced features

Opening apps

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

To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap

Closing an app

and select a recent app window.

→

Tap and drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps,

CLOSE ALL

tap

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Multi window

Introduction

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

Some apps may not support this feature.

Split screen view

Pop-up view

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Split screen view

Tap to open the list of recently used apps.

Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.

The selected app will launch in the upper window.

Swipe to the left or right to select another app to launch.

You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding .

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Using additional options

When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options:

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: Switch locations between app windows.

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: 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.

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Drag and drop content.

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: Minimise the window.

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: Maximise the window.

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: Close the app.

Adjusting the window size

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

Pop-up view

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

Drag down diagonally from either end of the top edge.

The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.

Minimise the window.

Close the app.

Maximise the window.

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Moving pop-up windows

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

Samsung account

Introduction

Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without signing in to your account.

Create your Samsung account with your email address.

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

account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, open the Apps screen

and tap

Settings

→

Accounts

→

Samsung account

→

Help

Registering your Samsung account

Registering a new Samsung account

If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

Samsung account

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.

Settings

→

CREATE ACCOUNT

→

Accounts

→

Add account

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Registering an existing Samsung account

If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

Samsung account

Enter your email address and password, and then tap

If you forget your account information, tap your account information when you enter the required information and security code displayed that is on the screen.

Settings

→

Accounts

→

Add account

Forgotten your ID or password?

You can find

Removing your Samsung account

When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also be removed.

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

Samsung account

Settings

and tap the account to remove.

→

Accounts

Tap

Enter your Samsung account password and tap

Tap

REMOVE ACCOUNT

→

Remove account

→

REMOVE ACCOUNT

CONFIRM

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Transferring data from your previous device

You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch.

The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available.

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Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from

Galaxy Apps

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Computer version: Transfer data between your device and a computer. You can download the app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch.

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

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Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer.

Play Store

Transferring data from a mobile device

Transfer data from your previous device to your device.

On both devices, download and install Smart Switch from

Place the devices near each other.

Launch

Smart Switch

on both devices.

Galaxy Apps

Play Store

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On your device, select the previous device type from the list and tap

Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.

Transferring backup data from a computer

Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.

On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.

START

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.

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

On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.

Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.

Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.

On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.

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Device and data management

Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer

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

Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.

The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub. Directly connect the device to the computer’s USB port.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

Open the notification panel, and then tap

media files

If the computer cannot recognise your device, tap

Tap

ALLOW

When the computer recognises your device, the device will appear in My PC.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

to permit the computer to access your device’s data.

Transfer media files via USB

Transferring images

→

Transferring

Updating the device

The device can be updated to the latest software.

Updating over the air

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

On the Apps screen, tap

When you tap the be downloaded when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

Settings

Download update automatically

→

About device

→

Download updates manually

switch to activate it, updates will

Basics

Updating with Smart Switch

Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.

On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download and install Smart

Switch.

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.

If a software update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to update the device.

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

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While updating the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process. Before updating, disconnect all other media devices from the computer.

Backing up and restoring data

Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information to a backup account and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data. Refer to Samsung account and

Accounts for more information.

Using a Samsung account

On the Apps screen, tap account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to activate them, and then

BACK UP NOW

tap

To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the

Settings

→

Backup and reset

→

Back up my data

Auto back up

for the Samsung

switch to activate it.

To restore data using a Samsung account, tap device to restore the selected items.

Restore

. Current data will be deleted from the

Basics

Using a Google account

On the Apps screen, tap account, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap the backup account.

To restore data using a Google account, tap the you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored.

Settings

→

Backup and reset

→

Back up my data

Backup account

Automatic restore

for the Google

and select an account as

switch to activate it. When

Performing a data reset

Delete all settings and data on the device. Before performing a factory data reset, ensure you back up all important data stored on the device. Refer to Backing up and restoring data for more information.

On the Apps screen, tap

→

DEVICE

ERASE EVERYTHING

Settings

→

Backup and reset

. The device automatically restarts.

→

Factory data reset

→

RESET

Quick connect

Introduction

Quickly search for and connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or TVs, using the Quick connect feature.

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If the device you want to connect does not support the Quick connect feature, activate its Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth feature before launching your device.

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Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the shared content.

Quick connect

Basics

Connecting to other devices

Open the notification panel and tap

The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically.

Quick connect

Tap

To change your device’s visibility setting, tap an option.

Scan for nearby devices

If there is no previously connected device, the device will automatically search for nearby devices.

Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.

The next steps may vary depending on the connected device.

is not visible on the notification panel, tap →

switch to activate it.

Quick connect

→

Set device visibility

EDIT

and tap the

, and then select

Sharing content

Share content with the connected devices.

Open the notification panel and tap

Tap

Scan for nearby devices

Select a device from the list of detected devices.

Tap

Share content

Follow the on-screen instructions to send content to the connected device.

The next steps may vary depending on the selected media category.

and select a media category.

Quick connect

Basics

Connecting to a TV

Connect your device and a TV to view the device’s content on the larger screen. You may be able to use more features depending on the connected TV.

Turn on the TV and place your device close to the TV.

Open the notification panel and tap

Select the TV.

The list of features you can use with the TV appears.

Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructions to use the feature.

Available features may vary depending on the TV.

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Smart View

the Screen Mirroring feature on the TV depending on the TV you want to connect. If the TV does not support the Screen Mirroring feature, use compatible accessories to enable the feature. Compatible accessories include HomeSync and an AllShare Cast dongle.

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TV to mobile device

within the allowed connection range.

•

Control TV

: View your device’s content on the TV screen. You may need to activate

: Watch TV on your device’s screen. You can continue watching TV

: Use your device as a remote control for the TV.

Quick connect

→

Scan for nearby devices

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TV sound to mobile device

watching the TV. You can connect a headset to the device so that others do not hear the TV sound.

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Briefing on TV

on your device and to display the time, weather, and your schedule information on the screen. To use this feature, your device and the TV must be connected to the same access point.

: Set the TV to turn on automatically according to the preset time set

: Listen to the sound via the device’s speaker while

Basics

•

Deregister TV

: Register the TV to your device to use additional features,

such as

•

Control TV

Some files may be buffered during playback, depending on the connection.

If the TV does not support High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP), you cannot view Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected content on the TV.

and

Briefing on TV

Streaming content on the registered TV

If you register a TV to your device, you can more easily connect to the TV while playing content.

When your device recognises the registered TV while you are watching content, the will appear on the device. Tap the icon to stream the content from your device to your TV.

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This feature is supported only by the device’s default gallery app.

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When the registered TV is connected to an electric socket, you can use this feature even if the TV screen is turned off.

icon

Sharing features

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

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

Tap

Gallery

Select an image.

on the Apps screen.

Basics

Tap

You can also use the following options:

•

Simple sharing

number must be verified.

•

Smart View

connection.

•

Nearby sharing

more.

and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email.

: Share content with your contacts. To use this feature, your phone

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

If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers or if their devices do not support the feature, a link to the files will be sent to them via text message. The link will expire after a certain period.

: View your device’s displayed content on a larger screen via a wireless

: Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth, and

•

: Print content using the printer plug-ins installed on the device.

Follow the on-screen instructions to share the image with others.

When the image is sent to the recipients’ devices, a notification will appear on their devices. Tap the notification to view or download the image.

Basics

Emergency mode

Emergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more.

Press and hold the Power key, and then tap

Turn on the flash.

Send your current location

information in a message.

Browse the Internet.

Remaining battery power and

usage time left

Emergency mode

Access additional options.

Sound alarms.

Make a call.

Add more apps to use.

Make an emergency call.

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.

Deactivating emergency mode

To deactivate emergency mode, tap and hold the Power key, and then tap

Emergency mode

→

Disable Emergency mode

. Alternatively, press

Applications

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Apps

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

Tap

Samsung

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

Installing apps

→

Galaxy Apps

on the Apps screen.

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 price and follow the on-screen instructions.

To change the auto update settings, tap

and then select an option.

to search for a keyword.

→

Settings

INSTALL

→

Auto update apps

. To purchase

Play Store

Purchase and download apps.

Tap

Play Store

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.

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.

on the Apps screen.

INSTALL

. To purchase

To change the auto update settings, tap →

then select an option.

Settings

→

Auto-update apps

, and

Applications

Managing apps

Uninstalling or disabling apps

On the Apps screen, tap uninstall. Select an app and tap

Settings UNINSTALL

•

→

Applications

DISABLE

UNINSTALL

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

: Uninstall downloaded apps.

EDIT

. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or

DISABLE

→

Application manager

or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap

, select an app, and then tap

DISABLE

Enabling apps

On the Apps screen, tap

Disabled

, select an app, and then tap

Settings

→

Applications

ENABLE

→

Application manager

→ →

Setting app permissions

For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information on your device. When you open an app, a pop-up window may appear and request access to certain features or information. Tap

ALLOW

on the pop-up window to grant permissions to

the app.

To view your app permission settings, open the Apps screen and tap

Applications

app’s permissions list and change its permissions.

To view or change app permission settings by permission category, tap

and safety

permissions.

→

Application manager

→

App permissions

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

. Select an item and tap the switches next to apps to grant

. Select an app and tap

Permissions

Settings

→

. You can view the

Settings

→

Privacy

Applications

Phone

Introduction

Make or answer voice and video calls.

Making calls

Tap

Phone

Enter a phone number.

on the Apps screen.

If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap

Tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.

Add the number to the contacts

list.

to open the keypad.

Access additional options.

Preview the phone number.

Delete a preceding character.

Hide the keypad.

Applications

Using speed dial

Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.

To set a number to speed dial, tap select a contact.

To make a call, tap 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 tap and hold the last digit.

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

→

Speed dial

, select a speed dial number, and then

Making calls from the locked screen

On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.

Making calls from call logs or contacts list

Tap

LOG

CONTACTS

a call.

, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make

Making an international call

Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen.

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.

Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap or .

Receiving calls

Answering a call

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

Applications

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, tap

→

Quick decline messages

, enter a message, and then tap .

Phone

→

Settings

Missed calls

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

Phone

→

LOG

to view missed

Blocking phone numbers

Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

LOG

To manually enter a number, tap

CONTACTS

Phone

to select contacts and tap .

→

Enter phone number

→

Settings

→

Block numbers

, and then enter a phone number.

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

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

Block anonymous calls

switch to activate the feature.

Options during calls

During a voice call

The following actions are available:

•

HOLD

•

Add call

•

Extra volume

•

Bluetooth

: Hold a call. Tap

: Dial a second call.

: Increase the volume.

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

RESUME CALL

to retrieve the held call.

Applications

•

Speaker

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

•

Keypad

•

Mute

•

Message

•

Internet

•

Contacts

•

S Planner

•

Memo

•

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

Hide

: Open or close the keypad.

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

: Send an email.

: Send a message.

: Browse webpages.

: Open the contacts list.

: Open the calendar.

: Create a memo.

: End the current call.

During a video call

Tap the screen to use the following options:

•

Switch

•

Mute

: Access additional options.

: Switch between the front and rear cameras.

: End the current call.

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

Contacts

Introduction

Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.

Adding contacts

Creating contacts manually

Tap

Contacts

and select a storage location.

on the Apps screen.

Applications

Enter contact information.

•

Tap

To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, open the Apps screen and tap

Phone

number and tap

To add a phone number to the contacts list from received calls, open the Apps screen and tap

Phone

: Add an image.

/ : Add or delete a contact field.

SAVE

. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. Enter the

→

Add to Contacts

LOG

→ a contact.

Importing contacts

Import contacts from storage services to your device.

On the Apps screen, tap

IMPORT

and select an import option.

Contacts

→

Settings

→

Import/Export 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

Applications

Sharing profile

Share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature.

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

•

This feature is only available for contacts who have activated the profile sharing feature on their device.

On the Apps screen, tap to activate it. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view your contacts’ updated profile information in

To set additional items to share, tap

To set a contact group to share your profile with, tap

Contacts

→ your profile →

Contacts

Shared profile info

Profile sharing

and select items.

Share with

and select an option.

, and then tap the switch

Sharing contacts

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

Tap

Contacts

Tap

Tick contacts and tap

Select a sharing method.

on the Apps screen.

→

Applications

Messages

Introduction

Send and view messages by conversation.

Sending messages

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

Tap

Messages

on the Apps screen.

Tap

Add recipients and enter a message.

Tap or to send the message.

Enter recipients.

Enter a message.

Attach files.

Access additional options.

Select contacts from the contacts list.

Enter emoticons.

Select a SIM or USIM card.

Applications

Viewing messages

Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

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

Tap

Messages

On the messages list, select a contact.

View your conversation.

on the Apps screen.

Blocking unwanted messages

Block messages from specific numbers or messages that contain phrases added to your block list.

Tap

When you receive messages from the blocked numbers or messages including blocked phrases, you will not be notified. To view blocked messages, tap

messages

Messages

Tap

Block list

To add phrases to block, tap

Tap

INBOX

To manually enter a number, tap

→

on the Apps screen.

→

Settings

CONTACTS

Blocked messages

→

Block messages

to select contacts and tap .

Blocked phrases

Enter number

, and then enter a phone number.

→

Settings

→

Block

Applications

Setting the message notification

You can change notification sound, display options, and more.

Tap

Messages

Tap

Change the notification settings.

•

Notification sound

•

Vibrate

•

Pop-up display

•

Preview message

on the Apps screen.

→

Settings

: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages.

→

Notifications

: Change the notification sound.

: Set the device to display messages in pop-up windows.

: Set the device to display message content on the locked screen

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

and in pop-up windows.

Setting a message reminder

You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications. If this feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap

Notification reminder

to activate it.

, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, tap the

Settings

→

Accessibility

→

Messages

switch

Internet

Introduction

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

Browsing webpages

Tap

Samsung

Tap the address field.

→

Internet

on the Apps screen.

Applications

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

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

Access additional options.

Refresh the current webpage.

Open the homepage.

Move to the previously visited

page.

View your bookmarks, saved webpages, and recent history.

Open the browser's tab manager.

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 and your fingerprint.

Activating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap 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.

Tabs

→

ENABLE SECRET

. If you are using this

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

Applications

Changing security settings

You can change your password or the lock method.

Tap

→

Settings

→

Privacy

→

Secret mode security

→

Change password

. To set your registered fingerprint as the lock method along with the password, tap the switch to activate it. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information about using your fingerprints.

Fingerprints

Deactivating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap the Internet app.

Tabs

→

DISABLE SECRET

. Alternatively, close

Email

Setting up email accounts

Set up an email account when opening

Tap

Samsung

→

on the Apps screen.

for the first time.

Enter the email address and password, and then tap

To manually register a company email account, tap

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

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

→

Settings

→

Set default account

→

Settings

MANUAL SETUP

→

Add account

Applications

Sending emails

Tap to compose an email.

Add recipients and enter an email text.

Tap

SEND

to send the mail.

Reading emails

When emails, swipe downwards on the screen.

Tap an email on the screen to read it.

is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve

If email syncing is disabled, new emails cannot be retrieved. To enable email syncing,

tap to activate it.

→

Settings

→ your account name, and then tap the

Camera

Introduction

Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.

Basic shooting

Sync account

switch

You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in

Tap

Camera

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.

on the Apps screen.

Gallery

Applications

Current mode

Taking photos or recording videos

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

Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. To take a series of photos, tap and

hold

•

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

To adjust the brightness of photos or videos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar appears, drag the adjustment bar towards

•

To capture an image from the video while recording, tap

•

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

Hide or show the

setting icons.

Quick settings

Camera settings

or .

Capture

Preview thumbnail

Record a video.

Take a photo.

Switch between the front and rear cameras.

Shooting modes

On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured.

•

The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.

•

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 features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in wideangle photos and does not indicate device performance problems.

•

The maximum recording time may reduce when you record video at high resolution.

Applications

Launching Camera on the locked screen

To quickly take photos, launch

On the locked screen, drag

•

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

•

Some camera features are not available when you launch screen while the security features are activated.

Camera

outside the large circle.

on the locked screen.

Camera

from the locked

Launching Camera quickly

Press the Home key twice quickly to launch

Some camera features are not available when you launch

screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are activated.

Camera. Camera

always launches in auto mode.

Camera

from the locked

Locking the focus and exposure

Strong light/dark contrast and the subject being outside the auto focus area may make it difficult to achieve an appropriate exposure. Lock the focus or exposure and then take a photo. Tap 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 photo.

This feature is only available in some shooting modes.

Customising shooting modes

On the preview screen, tap

To view information for each mode, tap

To rearrange modes, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new location.

MODE

and select a mode.

Info

Auto mode

Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.

On the preview screen, tap

MODE

→

Auto

Applications

Pro mode

Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.

On the preview screen, tap then tap

•

can set the colour temperature.

•

stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.

•

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

to take a photo.

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

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for

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

MODE

→

Pro

. Select options and customise the settings, and

Panorama

Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene.

On the preview screen, tap

MODE

→

Panorama

To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips:

•

Move the camera 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 photos.

•

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

•

When taking motion panoramas, sound will not be recorded.

Continuous shot

Take a series of photos of moving subjects.

On the preview screen, tap

Tap and hold

to take several photos continuously.

MODE

→

Continuous shot

Applications

HDR (Rich tone)

Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.

On the preview screen, tap

Night

MODE

Without effect With effect

→

HDR (Rich tone)

Take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.

On the preview screen, tap

MODE

→

Night

Selfie

Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen.

On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits.

Tap

MODE

→

Selfie

Applications

Face the front camera lens.

When the device detects your face, tap to take a photo of yourself. You can also tap

the screen to take a photo.

Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device will take a photo.

To take a photo using your palm, tap

and tap the

Gesture control

switch to activate it.

Applying beauty effects

You can modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking selfportraits.

This feature is available only in

On the preview screen, tap .

Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and

take a photo of yourself.

•

: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer.

•

: Adjust the face shape and make your face appear slimmer.

: Make your eyes appear bigger.

Selfie

mode.

Wide selfie

Take a wide self-portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out.

On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits.

Tap

MODE

Face the front camera lens.

→

Wide selfie

Applications

When the device detects your face, tap to take a photo of yourself. You can also tap

the screen to take a photo.

Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device will take a photo.

To take a photo using your palm, tap

Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self-portrait.

The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of the viewfinder window.

and tap the

Gesture control

switch to activate it.

•

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

•

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

•

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.

Applications

Downloading modes

Download more shooting modes from

On the preview screen, tap

Some downloaded shooting modes do not have access to every feature.

MODE

Galaxy Apps

→

Download

Camera settings

Quick settings

On the preview screen, use the following quick settings.

The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.

•

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

more effects, tap

Download

•

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

weighted

the shot. exposure of the shot.

•

: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.

•

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

•

/ : Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher

quality photos, but they will take up more memory.

The resolution of a photo may be affected by lighting conditions when taking photos with the front camera.

uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of

Spot

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

Matrix

averages the entire scene.

Centre-

Applications

Camera settings

On the preview screen, tap .

The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.

•

Video size (rear)

resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more memory.

•

Gesture control

portraits.

•

Save pictures as previewed

scene, when taking photos with the front camera.

•

Grid lines

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

Video size (front)

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

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

: Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher

•

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 photos when you upload them to the Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting.

•

Review pictures

•

Quick launch

quickly.

•

Voice control

You can say “Smile”, “Cheese”, “Capture”, or “Shoot” to take a photo. To record a video, say “Record video.”

•

Storage location

•

Volume keys function

zoom function.

: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.

: Set the device to show photos after capturing them.

: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice

: Set the device to take photos or record videos with voice commands.

: Select the memory location for storage.

: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or

•

Reset settings

: Reset the camera settings.

Applications

Gallery

Introduction

View and manage photos and videos stored in the device.

Viewing images

Tap

Gallery

Select an image.

on the Apps screen.

Move to the previous screen.

Share the image with others.

Automatically adjust the image.

To hide or show the menus, tap the screen.

Access additional options.

Add the image to favourites.

Modify the image.

Delete the image.

Applications

Display your videos.

Access additional

Viewing videos

Tap

Gallery

Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.

fast-forward by

dragging the bar.

on the Apps screen.

Rewind or

options.

Pause and resume playback.

Adjust the volume.

Change screen ratio.

Skip to the previous

video. Tap and hold

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

Deleting images or videos

Deleting an image or a video

Select an image or a video and tap

Deleting multiple images and videos

to rewind.

Delete

Switch to the pop-up video player.

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

at the bottom of the screen.

On the main Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete.

Tick the images or videos to delete.

Tap

DELETE

Applications

Sharing images or videos

Select an image or a video, tap method.

at the bottom of the screen, and then select a sharing

Sharing event albums

View photos and videos by time and location. You can share event albums with your contacts.

On the main Gallery screen, tap →

You can view photos and videos sorted by event.

To manually create event albums, tap

Select an event album to share.

Tap and select contacts.

When your contacts accept the share request, the event album will be shared and more photos and videos can be added to the event album by your contacts.

Events

and select photos or videos to add.

•

To use this feature, your phone number must be verified.

•

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

•

If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers or if their devices do not support the feature, a link to the files will be sent to them via text message. Link recipients may not be able to use some features. The link will expire after a certain period.

Applications

S Planner

Introduction

Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner.

Creating events

Tap

S Planner

Tap or double-tap a date.

on the Apps screen.

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

Enter event details.

Enter a title.

Set a start and end date for the

event.

Select a calendar to use or sync

Set an alarm.

Enter the location of the event.

Add more details.

with.

Attach a map showing the location of the event.

Tap

SAVE

to save the event.

Applications

Creating tasks

Tap

S Planner

on the Apps screen.

Tap →

Enter task details and tap

To add more details, tap

Tap

SAVE

Tasks

to save the task.

TODAY

TOMORROW

to set a due date.

Syncing events and tasks with your accounts

On the Apps screen, tap

Sync Calendar

To add accounts to sync with, open the Apps screen and tap

calendars

account is added, it will appear on the list.

switch to sync events and tasks with the account.

→

Add account

Settings

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

→

Accounts

, select an account service, and then tap the

S Planner

→

Manage

S Health

Introduction

S Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness.

Starting S Health

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

Tap

Samsung

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

→

S Health

on the Apps screen.

Applications

Using S Health

You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness.

Tap

Samsung

→

S Health

Goals and programmes

on the Apps screen.

Trackers

To add trackers, goals, or programmes to the S Health screen, tap and then select items under the

•

GOALS

•

PROGRAMMES

•

TRACKERS

: Set your daily fitness goals and view your progress.

: Use customisable exercise programmes.

: Monitor your activities, food intake, and body measurements.

To access more information about S Health functions, tap

TRACKERS, GOALS

, or

PROGRAMMES

→

Manage items

tab.

→

Settings

→

Help

Applications

Additional information

•

S Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.

•

The available functions, features and addable applications for S Health may vary from country to country due to different local laws and regulations. You should check the features and applications available in your specific region before use.

•

S Health applications and its service can be changed or discontinued without prior notice.

•

The purpose for data collection is limited to providing the service that you have requested, including providing additional information to enhance your wellness, sync data, data analysis and statistics or to develop and provide better services. (But if you sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of such purposes. You can delete personal data stored by S Health by using the Reset data option in the Settings menu. To delete any data you have shared with social networks or transferred to storage devices, you must delete them separately.

•

You may share and/or sync your data with additional Samsung services or compatible third party services that you select, as well as with any of your other connected devices. Access to S Health information by such additional services or third party devices will only be permitted with your express approval.

•

You assume full responsibility for the inappropriate use of data shared on social networks or transmitted to others. Use caution when sharing your personal data with others.

•

If the device is connected to measuring devices, verify the communication protocol to confirm proper operation. If you use a wireless connection, such as Bluetooth, the device may be affected by electronic interference from other devices. Avoid using the device near other devices that transmit radio waves.

•

Please read Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy of S Health carefully before using it.

Applications

S Voice

Introduction

Perform various tasks simply by speaking.

Setting a wake-up command

You can launch

When launching

To change the wake-up command, open the Apps screen and tap

Voice wake-up

instructions.

To set the device to launch tap

and tap the

S Voice

→

using your own wake-up command.

for the first time, tap

Change wake-up command

S Voice

Wake up in secured lock

using the wake-up command while the device is locked,

START

switch to activate it.

and set your own wake-up command.

→

START

, and then follow the on-screen

Using S Voice

Say the preset wake-up command.

Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap

When

S Voice

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

is launched, the device begins voice recognition.

S Voice

. Then, tap →

S Voice settings

View examples of voice commands.

Applications

Say a voice command.

If the device recognises the command, the device will perform the corresponding action. To repeat a voice command or say a different command, tap command.

This app will close automatically if the device is not used for a specified period.

or say the preset wake-up

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.

Setting the language

On the Apps screen, tap

The selected language is applied to

the device.

S Voice

→ →

Language

S Voice

, and then select a language.

only, not to the language displayed on

Applications

Voice Recorder

Introduction

Use different recording modes for various situations. The device can convert your voice to text.

Making voice recordings

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

Tap

While making a voice recording, tap

to pause recording.

Change the recording mode.

Samsung

→

Voice Recorder

BOOKMARK

to insert a bookmark.

Tap

SAVE

to finish recording.

Start recording.

Applications

Changing the recording mode

On the Apps screen, tap

Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen.

•

STANDARD

•

VOICE MEMO

text. For best results, keep the device near your mouth and speak loudly and clearly in a quiet place.

If the voice memo system language does not match the language you are speaking, the device will not recognise your voice. Before using this feature, tap the current language to set the voice memo system language.

: This is the normal recording mode.

: The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to on-screen

Samsung

→

Voice Recorder

My Files

Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services.

On the Apps screen, tap

View files by category or view files stored in the device or a cloud storage service.

To check the status of used and available memory, tap

To search for files or folders, tap

Samsung

→

My Files

STORAGE USAGE

Memo

Create memos and organise them by category.

On the Apps screen, tap

Composing memos

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

•

Clock

Introduction

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

Alarm

On the Apps screen, tap

Setting alarms

Set an alarm time and tap

To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field.

To set an alarm with various alarm options, tap

SAVE

To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarms list.

Stopping alarms

Tap

DISMISS

SNOOZE

to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, tap

to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time.

Clock

SAVE

→

Alarm

OPTIONS

, set alarm options, and then tap

Applications

Deleting alarms

Tap on an alarm in the list of alarms.

World clock

On the Apps screen, tap

Clock

→

World clock

Creating clocks

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

Deleting clocks

Tap

on a clock.

Stopwatch

On the Apps screen, tap

Tap

START

To record lap times while timing an event, tap

to time an event.

Clock

→

Stopwatch

LAP

Tap

STOP

To restart the timing, tap

To clear lap times, tap

to stop timing.

RESET

RESUME

Timer

On the Apps screen, tap

Set the duration, and then tap

To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field.

Tap

DISMISS

when the timer goes off.

Clock

→

Timer

START

Applications

Calculator

Perform simple or complex calculations.

Tap

Calculator

on the Apps screen.

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If disabled, tap

To see the calculation history, tap

KEYPAD

To clear the history, tap

to display the scientific calculator.

HISTORY

→

CLEAR HISTORY

. To close the calculation history panel, tap

Auto rotate

Google apps

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

Maps

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

Applications

Play Music

Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later.

Play Movies & TV

Download videos to watch from

Play Store

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

Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.

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.

Settings

Introduction

Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.

On the Apps screen, tap

To search for settings by entering keywords, tap

To edit the list of frequently used settings, tap to remove.

Settings

EDIT

. Then, tick items to add or deselect items

Wi-Fi

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

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

•

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 Settings screen, tap

Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.

Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon.

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

Tap

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

•

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

FORGET

Wi-Fi Direct

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

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap

Wi-Fi Direct

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.

Select a device to connect to.

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

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

Sending and receiving data

You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device.

Tap

Gallery

Select an image.

on the Apps screen.

Settings

Tap

Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.

If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without the connection request procedure.

→

Wi-Fi Direct

and select a device to transfer the image to.

Ending the device connection

Tap

Wi-Fi

Tap

The device displays the connected devices in the list.

on the Settings screen.

Wi-Fi Direct

Tap the device name to disconnect the devices.

Bluetooth

Introduction

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

•

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

Settings

Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Settings screen, tap

The detected devices are listed.

Select a device to pair with.

If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.

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

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.

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

Bluetooth

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Sending and receiving data

Many apps support data transfer via 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.

Tap

Gallery

Select an image.

Tap

If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generated passkey.

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

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.

on the Apps screen.

→

Bluetooth

, and then select a device to transfer the image to.

Settings

Unpairing Bluetooth devices

Tap

Bluetooth

The device displays the paired devices in the list.

on the Settings screen.

Tap

next to the device name to unpair.

Unpair

Flight mode

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

On the Settings screen, tap

Make sure the device is turned off during takeoff and landing. After takeoff, you can use the device in flight mode if allowed by aircraft personnel.

Flight mode

Mobile hotspot and tethering

Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth.

On the Settings screen, tap

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

•

Mobile hotspot

with computers or other devices.

•

Bluetooth tethering

connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.

•

USB tethering

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

: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection

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

Mobile hotspot and tethering

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

Settings

Using the mobile hotspot

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

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap the switch to activate it.

The networks list.

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

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

list.

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

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

Mobile hotspot and tethering

→

Configure Mobile hotspot

→

Mobile hotspot

SAVE

Data usage

and

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

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Mobile data

•

Background data

data connection.

•

Set mobile data limit

•

Ultra data saving mode

apps from using the mobile data connection. You can use the data compression feature to compress Internet data, such as images, videos, and webpages, accessed via the mobile network. Refer to Ultra data saving for more information.

•

Data usage reminder

is locked. You will receive a notification after the device has been locked for more than 5 minutes.

To change the monthly reset date for the monitoring period, tap

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

Data usage

: Prevent apps that are running in the background from using a mobile

: Set a limit for mobile data usage.

: Reduce your mobile data usage by preventing background

: Set the device to notify you of your data usage while the device

→

Change cycle

Settings

Limiting data usage

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

On the Settings screen, tap

activate it.

Drag the limit adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set the limit.

Drag the warning adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set a data usage alert level.

The device will alert you when the warning level is reached.

Data usage

and tap the

Set mobile data limit

switch to

SIM card manager

Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM

or USIM cards for more information.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Calls

: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls.

•

Text messages

: Select a SIM or USIM for messaging.

SIM card manager

•

Mobile data

•

Dual SIM always on

card during a call.

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

: Select a SIM or USIM card for data service.

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

Settings

Mobile networks

Configure your mobile network settings.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Data roaming

•

Network mode

•

Network mode SIM 1

•

Access Point Names

•

Network operators

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

: Select a network type.

Mobile networks

Network mode SIM 2

: Set up access point names (APNs).

: Search for available networks and manually register a network.

: Select a network type.

NFC and payment

Introduction

Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags 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.

Using the NFC feature

Use the NFC feature to send images or contacts to other devices, and read product information from NFC tags.

On the Settings screen, tap

NFC and payment

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

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 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.

On the Settings screen, tap

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

To set the default payment app, open the Settings screen and tap

→

and pay

PAYMENT

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

, and then select an app.

NFC and payment

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

NFC and payment

→

Tap

Settings

Sending data

Allow data exchange when your device’s NFC antenna touches the other device’s NFC antenna.

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap

Android Beam

Select an item and touch the other device’s NFC antenna to your device’s NFC antenna.

When

Touch to beam.

If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail.

and tap the switch to activate it.

NFC and payment

appears on the screen, tap your device’s screen to send the item.

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

More connection settings

Options

Customise settings to control other features.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Nearby device scanning

•

Printing

for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more information.

•

MirrorLink

vehicle’s head unit monitor. Refer to MirrorLink for more information.

•

Download booster

and mobile networks simultaneously. Refer to Download booster for more information.

•

VPN

: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search

: Use the MirrorLink feature to control your device’s MirrorLink apps on the

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

More connection settings

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

: Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi

Printing

Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via 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.

On the Settings screen, tap

Search for a printer plug-in in

More connection settings

Play Store

→

Printing

→

Download plug-in

Settings

Select a printer plug-in and install it.

Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it.

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

To add printers manually, tap

To change print settings, tap

→

Add printer

→

Printing settings

→

ADD PRINTER

Printing content

While viewing content, such as images or documents, tap

printers

, and then select a printer.

→

→ →

All

MirrorLink

Connect your device to a vehicle to control your device’s MirrorLink apps on the vehicle’s head unit monitor.

On the Settings screen, tap

Your device is compatible with vehicles that support MirrorLink version 1.1 or higher.

More connection settings

→

MirrorLink

Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLink

When using this feature for the first time, connect the device to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

Pair your device with a vehicle via Bluetooth.

Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information.

Connect your device to the vehicle using a USB cable.

When they are connected, access your device’s MirrorLink apps on the head unit monitor.

Settings

Ending the MirrorLink connection

Unplug the USB cable from your device and the vehicle.

Download booster

Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

This feature may not be supported by some devices.

•

You may incur additional charges when downloading files via the mobile network.

•

When you download large files, the device may heat up. If the device exceeds a set temperature, the feature will turn off.

•

If network signals are unstable, the speed and performance of this feature may be affected.

•

If the Wi-Fi and mobile network connections have significantly different data transfer speeds, the device may use only the fastest connection.

•

This feature supports Hypertext Transmission Protocol (HTTP) 1.1 and Hypertext Transmission Protocol Secure (HTTPS). The feature cannot be used with other protocols, such as FTP.

More connection settings

→

Download booster

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Samsung SM-A910F User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Basics

Read me first

Package contents

Device layout

Battery

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Memory card (microSD card)

Turning the device on and off

Touchscreen

Home screen

Lock screen

Notification panel

Entering text

Screen capture

Opening apps

Multi window

Samsung account

Transferring data from your previous device

Device and data management

Quick connect

Sharing features

Emergency mode

Applications

Installing or uninstalling apps

Phone

Contacts

Messages

Internet

Email

Camera

Gallery

S Planner

S Health

S Voice

Voice Recorder

My Files

Memo

Clock

Calculator

Google apps

Settings

Introduction

Wi-Fi

Bluetooth

Flight mode

Mobile hotspot and tethering

Data usage

SIM card manager

Mobile networks

NFC and payment

More connection settings