About the User Guide ................................................................................................................... 1
Access Instructions on Phone....................................................................................................... 2
Access Help .......................................................................................................................... 2
Get Support from Sprint Zone ............................................................................................... 3
Get Started ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Parts and Functions ...................................................................................................................... 4
Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc. ....................................................................... 354
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ......................................... 354
Legal Information ...................................................................................................................... 355
Index .......................................................................................................................................................... 356
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Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.
About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy S6 edge. The following topics explain how best to
use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone
thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase.
Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's home screen, which is displayed by
pressing Home. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key labels in
the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your phone's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as "phone," "device," or "handset."
Introduction 1
Access Instructions on Phone
These topics will help you find help on your new phone and will introduce the basics of using your phone's
touchscreen if you are a new user.
Access Help
Use the phone's Help menu to learn about your phone.
1. Press Home to display the home screen.
2. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help.
3. Tap a topic to view its contents, or tap Search to search for a topic.
Introduction 2
Get Support from Sprint Zone
In addition to your phone's built-in Help menu, you can also access support for your phone and service
through the preloaded Sprint Zone app.
1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Zone.
2. From the Sprint Zone main page, tap Support.
3. Tap a topic to view its contents.
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Get Started
Part
Description
Earpiece
Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.
Front camera
Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.
Power/Lock key
Turn the phone or screen on or off, or switch your phone to
Emergency mode.
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your Samsung phone and wireless
service the first time.
Parts and Functions
These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample
images only.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and keys.
Front View
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Part
Description
Edge screen handle
Swipe to reveal the Edge screen.
Back key
Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,
the notification panel, or keyboard.
Home key/fingerprint sensor
Return to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google™
Search/Google Now™. Use to register fingerprints for security.
Recent apps key
Access recently used apps.
Touchscreen
Display information needed to operate your phone, such as the call
status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap
access to all of your features and applications.
Volume key
Adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume during
a call.
LED indicator
The LED indicator blinks or glows when charging, to indicate low
battery, to announce new notifications, and when voice recording.
Proximity and light sensor
Detect when objects are close to the screen. For example, when you
hold the phone to your ear while on a phone call, the sensors
temporarily lock the screen to prevent accidental screen touches.
Back View
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Part
Description
Infrared transmitter
Control other devices using infrared light.
SIM card tray
Location of the SIM card.
Flash
Help illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.
Heart rate monitor
Measure your heart rate using your fingertip when using the S Health™
app. See S Health.
Headset jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
USB charger/accessory port
Connect the phone to the charger using a USB cable.
Microphone
Transmit your voice for phone calls or record your voice or ambient
sounds for voice recordings and videos.
Speaker
Play ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s
voice in speakerphone mode.
Rear camera
Take pictures and videos.
Caution: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included charging head and USB
cable or using a USB connection on your computer.
Tip: This device is also compatible with Samsung-approved wireless charging devices (sold separately).
Note: This phone has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user.
Battery Cautions
Caution: Use only charging devices approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for
your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may
cause damage.
Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the phone with no battery charge remaining. Saved information and
settings may become lost or changed, or the phone may become unusable. Charge once every six
months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.
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Charge Using the AC Adapter
It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. For fastest
charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger
provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your phone.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head.
3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.
Unplug the charging head from the outlet, and remove the micro USB cable from the phone
and the charging head.
Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending
on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your
phone.
2. Insert the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer.
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Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.
Turn Your Phone On
■Press and hold the Power/Lock key.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.
See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen
lock.
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the
Setup Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu.
2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off.
Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
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Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press
buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold
the item.
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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger
keyboard. See Samsung Keyboard for more details.
Note: Auto rotate needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down the
status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap Auto rotate to enable the option.
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Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or spread the screen to zoom in when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Activate Your Phone
Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending on
your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to
activate it on your Sprint account.
● If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
● If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it
is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation
screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen.
Follow the prompts to continue.
● If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number
on your account (you are swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly
on your phone.
Activate on your computer:
•Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your phone.
Activate on your phone:
•Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
• Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for
assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727
from another phone.
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Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key
cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.
Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your phone has
been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on your
account.
1. From the Welcome screen, select a language and tap Start to get started.
To skip any section, tap Next or Skip.
Note: On the Welcome screen, there may also be an Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or
hard of hearing, tap Accessibility to change the accessibility settings.
2. Follow the prompts to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it
and continue to the next screen.
Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi® network. For secured
Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fi for more details.
Terms and Conditions – Read any applicable End User License Agreements or Terms and
Conditions for using your phone, and tap Next > Agree to continue.
Personalize your phone – If applicable, enter your first and last name and tap Next. This
information is used by the phone to personalize certain apps.
Protect your phone – Prevent others from using this phone without your permission by
activating device protection features.
Google services – Select your Google location and service options and then tap Next.
Samsung account – Enter your email account and password to sign in to your current
Samsung account, or tap Create account to set up a new Samsung account.
Easy mode – Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy mode
layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience
3. Tap Finish. Your setup is now complete.
Your phone is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access
additional options through the Apps screen or through Settings.
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Basic Operations
The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.
Basics
The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List
Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the Apps list.
1. From any screen press the Home key to display the home screen.
2. Tap Apps to display the Apps list.
For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.
Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
■Tap Back to return to the previous screen.
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Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent apps key.
■Tap Recent apps to view a list of recently used applications.
Phone Settings Menu
You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings.
– or –
Pull down the status bar and tap Settings.
For more information, see Basic Settings.
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Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation
The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to
landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.
Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.
Turn Screen Rotation On or Off
1. Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu.
2. Tap Auto rotate to turn the option on or off.
You may need to scroll left or right to see the Auto rotate option.
If the Auto rotate option is not available, tap Expand to display the full options list.
Capture Screenshots
You can use your phone’s power and home keys to capture screenshots.
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of
the current screen.
The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s
Gallery. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
Tip: Depending on your settings, you may also be able to capture screenshots by swiping your palm
across the screen. See Advanced Features for details.
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Edge Screen
The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping.
Edge Panels
Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other
information on the Edge screen.
To view Edge panels:
■When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the
center. Keep swiping to view other panels.
To configure Edge panels:
■From any screen, open the Edge screen, and then tap Settings .
For more information, see Edge Screen Settings.
Apps Edge
You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the Apps edge panel.
To view Apps edge:
■When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the
center. Keep swiping until the Apps edge panel is seen.
To configure Apps edge:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and swipe until the Apps edge panel is displayed.
2. Tap Add to add additional apps to the Apps edge.
To add an app to the Apps edge, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an
available space on a column on the right.
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To change the order of the apps on the Edge panel, drag each app to the desired location.
To remove an app, tap Remove .
3. Tap Back to save changes.
Tasks Edge
You can add shortcuts to common tasks performed with stock apps to the Tasks edge panel. Up to ten
tasks in two columns can be added.
To view Tasks edge:
■When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the
center. Keep swiping until the Tasks edge panel is seen.
To configure Tasks edge:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until the Tasks edge panel is displayed.
2. Tap Add to add additional tasks to the Tasks edge.
To add a shortcut to the Tasks edge, find it on the left side of the screen and drag it on to an
available space on a column on the right.
To change the order of the tasks on the Edge panel, drag each task to the desired location.
To remove a task, tap Remove .
3. Tap Back to save changes.
People Edge
People edge allows you to set the Edge screen to light up with distinct colors when you receive
notifications about contacts in your My people list. You can also use this panel to quickly communicate
with contacts on your My people list.
To view People edge:
■When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the
center. Keep swiping until the People edge panel is seen.
To configure People edge:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until the People edge panel is displayed.
Tap Add to add additional contacts to the People edge.
To remove a contact, touch and hold the contact, and then drag it to Remove.
To change the order of the contacts on the Edge panel, drag each contact to the desired
location.
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2. Tap OnCircle to communicate with your friends using images, stickers, and other fun
messages.
3. Tap Back to save changes.
Note: When OnCircle is enabled, you can access OnCircle contacts from the People edge panel by
tapping OnCircle.
Edge Feeds
Edge feeds display select information and notifications on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off.
To view Edge feeds:
■When the screen is turned off, quickly swipe your finger along the Edge screen in one direction,
and then back in the opposite direction.
For more information, see Edge Feeds.
Applications
The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your phone.
Launch Applications
All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the Apps list.
1. From home, tap Apps.
The Apps list opens.
2. Tap and app icon to launch the corresponding application.
The application opens.
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