Samsung SM-G935F, SM-G935FD User Guide

SM-G935F SM-G935FD
User Manual
English. 01/2017. Rev.1.1
www.samsung.com
Table of Contents
Basics
6 Device overheating situations and
solutions
9 Package contents
10 Device layout
13 Battery
19 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
25 Memory card (microSD card)
28 USB connector
29 Turning the device on and off
30 Controlling the touchscreen
33 Home screen
39 Lock screen
41 Edge screen
48 Always On Display
50 Notification panel
53 Entering text
55 Screen capture
56 Opening apps
57 Multi window
62 Samsung account
63 Transferring data from your previous
device
Applications
74 Installing or uninstalling apps
76 Phone
80 Contacts
85 Messages
88 Internet
90 Email
91 Camera
114 Gallery
119 Samsung Pay
122 Samsung Gear
123 Samsung Members
124 Game Launcher
127 Calendar
128 S Health
131 S Voice
133 Voice Recorder
135 My Files
136 Memo
137 Clock
139 Calculator
139 Google apps
67 Device and data management
70 QUICK CONNECT
72 Sharing features
73 Emergency mode
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Settings
141 Introduction
141 Connections
154 Sounds and vibration
155 Notifications
155 Display
157 Wallpapers and themes
158 Advanced features
160 Device maintenance
162 Applications
163 Lock screen and security
172 Cloud and accounts
174 Google
174 Accessibility
174 General management
175 Software update
175 User manual
176 About device
Appendix
177 Accessibility
193 Troubleshooting
198 Removing the battery
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Basics

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
Battery info
Apps
.
Settings
About device
Regulatory information
.
Maintaining water and dust resistance
Your device supports water- and dust-resistance. Follow these tips carefully to maintain the water- and dust-resistance of your device. Failure to do so may result in damage to your device.
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Do not immerse the device in water deeper than 1.5 m or keep it submerged for more than 30 minutes.
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Do not expose the device to water moving with force.
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If the device is exposed to clean water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the device is exposed to other liquids, such as salt water, ionised water, or alcoholic beverage, rinse it with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If you do not follow these instructions, the device’s performance and appearance may be affected.
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If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone or speaker is wet, sound may not be heard clearly during a call. Wipe the device with a dry cloth or dry it thoroughly before using it.
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The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water.
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Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and certified to be water­and dust-resistant in specific situations (meets requirements of classification IP68 as described by the international standard IEC 60529-Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures [IP Code]; test conditions: 15-35 °C, 86-106 kPa, 1.5 metre, 30 minutes). Despite this classification, it is still possible for your device to be damaged in certain situations.
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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

Device overheating situations and solutions

When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot, the charger may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
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Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
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If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved one.
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When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects, magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
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When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat.
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During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
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When downloading large files
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When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
When playing high-quality games for extended periods
When recording videos for extended periods
When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
When using the Screen Mirroring feature (When connecting to a TV)
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While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
When using Multi window
When updating or installing apps while recording videos
When downloading large files during a video call
When recording videos while using a navigation app
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When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
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When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
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When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
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When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
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When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
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When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
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When you are roaming
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Do the following when the device heats up:
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Keep the device updated with the latest software.
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Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
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Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when not in use.
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Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
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Decrease the screen brightness.
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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid damaging the device or shortening the battery’s lifespan.
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Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
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Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
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Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a car in the summertime.
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Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating mat.
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When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects, magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
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Never use a damaged charger or battery.
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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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SIM card / Memory card

Device layout

tray
LED indicator
Proximity sensor
Touchscreen
Edge screen
Recents key
Headset jack
Receiver
Front camera
GPS antenna
Power key
Edge screen
Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor)
Back key
Loud speaker
Multipurpose jack
Microphone
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Microphone
Rear camera
Flash
Volume key
NFC antenna / MST
antenna / Wireless
charging coil
Main antenna
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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
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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 cover the proximity sensor area with screen accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
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The colours on the curved screen may look different depending on your viewing position.
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Keys
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.
Recents
Home
Back
Volume
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Tap to open the list of recent apps.
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Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.
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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.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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.
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and plug the USB cable into the
1
device’s multipurpose jack.
Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.
2
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger
3
from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
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Viewing the estimated charging time
While charging, open the Home screen and tap
Battery
.
The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The estimated charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
Apps
Settings
Device maintenance
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
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Optimise the device using the device maintenance feature.
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When you are not using the device, turn off the screen 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.
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.
Fast charging
The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.
About Fast charging
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Fast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by increasing the charging power. The device supports Samsung’s Adaptive fast charging feature and Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0.
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To use Fast charging on your device, connect it to a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging or Quick Charge 2.0.
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Increasing the charging speed
To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery. While charging the battery when the device is turned off, the
If the fast charging feature is not activated, on the Home screen, tap
Device maintenance charging
switch to activate it.
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You cannot use the built-in fast charging feature when you charge the battery using a standard battery charger.
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If the device heats up or the ambient air temperature rises, the charging speed may decrease automatically. This is a normal operating condition to prevent damage to the device.
Battery
→ →
Advanced settings
icon appears on the screen.
Apps
Settings
, and then tap the
Fast cable
Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a wireless charger (sold separately).
Fast wireless charging
You can charge your device faster using the fast wireless charging feature. To use this feature, you must use a charger and components that support the fast wireless charging feature.
A fan inside the charger may produce noise during fast wireless charging. To reduce the fan noise, you must deactivate the fast wireless charging feature. The on/off option will be added in your device’s settings menu when you first place it on the
Apps
charger. On the Home screen, tap
Battery
to deactivate it. Deactivating this feature will reduce noise, but may result in slower charging times.
→ →
Advanced settings
, and then tap the
Settings
Device maintenance
Fast wireless charging
→ switch
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Charging the battery
Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger.
1
The estimated charging time will appear on the screen. The actual charging time may vary depending on the charging conditions.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger.
2
When using the wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects, magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger. The device may not charge properly or may overheat.
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If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose network reception.
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Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the battery may not charge properly.
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Power saving mode
Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.
On the Home screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
CUSTOMISE
mode.
Tap
APPLY
.
to change the power saving settings before entering power saving
Apps
Settings
Device maintenance
Battery
MID
.
Maximum power saving mode
In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by applying the dark theme and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections, except for the mobile network, will be deactivated.
On the Home screen, tap
1
Tap
2
CUSTOMISE
saving mode.
to change the power saving settings before entering maximum power
Apps
Settings
Device maintenance
Battery
MAX
.
Tap
3
After entering maximum power saving mode, on the Home screen, tap to use. To remove apps, tap
To deactivate maximum power saving mode, tap
mode
APPLY
.
The estimated battery usage time may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.
.
Edit
and select an app with .
Disable Maximum power saving
and select an app
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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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Dual SIM models: 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.
Single SIM models:
1
2
3
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Dual SIM models:
1
2
3
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Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
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Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
3
Single SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 with the gold-coloured
contacts facing downwards.
Dual SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured
contacts facing downwards.
Place the primary SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 ( on the tray 2 (
2 ).
1
Tray 1
Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
4
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.
1 ) and the secondary SIM or USIM card
2
Tray 2
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
5
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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
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Correct card installation
Single SIM models:
Nano-SIM card
Dual SIM models:
Nano-SIM card
microSD card
Nano-SIM card
Nano-SIM card
microSD card
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Use only a nano-SIM card.
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You cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time.
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Removing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
Remove the SIM or USIM card.
3
Single SIM models:
Dual SIM models:
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
4
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Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)
If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device.
Activating SIM or USIM cards
On the Home screen, tap SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it.
Apps
Settings
Connections
SIM card manager
. Select a
Customising SIM or USIM cards
On the Home screen, tap a SIM or USIM 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
: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.
Connections
SIM card manager
and select
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 the feature preferences for your cards in
Apps
Settings
Connections
PREFERRED SIM CARD
SIM card manager
.
and set
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Memory card (microSD card)

Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.
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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 will ask to reformat the card or will not recognise the card. If the device does not recognise your memory card, format it on your computer.
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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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1
4
2
3
5
Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be disabled.
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Place a memory card on the tray 2 with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
3
Tray 1
Tray 2
Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.
4
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
5
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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
On the Home screen, tap
Storage settings
Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
1
Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
2
Remove the memory card.
3
Apps
SD card
Settings
UNMOUNT
Device maintenance
.
Storage
→ →
Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
4
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or 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.
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Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.
On the Home screen, tap
Storage settings
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
SD card
Settings
Format
Device maintenance
.
Storage
→ →

USB connector

With the supplied USB connector (On-The-Go Adaptor), you can transfer data from other mobile devices or connect USB peripheral devices, such as a mouse and keyboard, to your device.
Use only the USB connector supplied with the device.
Transferring data from your previous device
You can connect your previous device to your device with the USB connector and a USB cable to easily and quickly transfer data. Refer to Transferring data using a USB connector for more information.
Your devicePrevious device
1
2
USB connector
USB cable
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Connecting a USB peripheral device
Connect the USB peripheral device to the USB connector and plug the USB connector into the multipurpose jack of your device.
Some USB peripheral devices may not be compatible with your device.

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
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Controlling the 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.
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.
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Tapping and holding
Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
Dragging
To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.
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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

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
News screen indicator. View the
latest articles in various
categories.
Favourite apps
Edge panel handle
A folder
Screen indicators
Apps screen icon
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Home screen options
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.
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Wallpapers and themes
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Widgets
app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.
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Screen grid
and the Apps screen.
: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific
: Change the size of the grid to display more or less items on the Home screen
: Change the device’s wallpaper, theme, or icons.
Adding items
Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.
To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
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Widgets
, tap and hold a
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Moving items
Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location.
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.
To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
To move an item more easily, tap and hold an item, and drag it to screen. The item will move to the panel at the top of the screen. Swipe to the left or right to move to another panel and drag the item to a new location.
Move apps
at the top of the
Removing items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to
Delete
or
Remove
at the top of the screen.
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps.
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
1
Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
2
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
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Tap
3
Enter folder name
and enter a folder name.
To change the folder colour, tap
To add more apps to the folder, tap add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Home screen.
To move apps from a folder to the Home screen, tap the folder, and then drag an app to the Home screen.
To delete apps in a folder, tap the folder, and then drag the app you want to delete to
Remove
at the top of the screen.
.
ADD
, tick the apps, and then tap
ADD
. You can also
Managing panels
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.
To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap
To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the screen.
.
Remove
at the top of
To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap
.
Using quick options
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app icon or folder to quickly access options.
Apps screen
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
On the Home screen, tap left or right.
Moving items
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
On the Apps screen, tap
Apps
Edit
to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the
. Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location.
To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
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Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
On the Apps screen, tap →
1
Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
2
Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
3
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
Edit
.
Tap
4
To delete a folder, tap be relocated to the Apps screen.
Enter folder name
To change the folder colour, tap
To add more apps to the folder, tap add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen.
and enter a folder name.
.
ADD
, tick the apps, and then tap
on the folder. Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will
ADD
. You can also
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Rearranging items
You can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen.
On the Apps screen, tap
Sort
Alphabetical order
.
Searching for items
You can search for apps on the Apps screen or from
On the Apps screen, enter characters in the search field. The device will search for and display the items containing the characters you entered.
Galaxy Apps
or
Play Store
.
Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
Icon Meaning
No signal
/
/
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls (dual SIM models)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models)
Wi-Fi connected
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Icon Meaning
Bluetooth feature activated
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery charging
Battery power level

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.
Swipe
, the default screen lock method.
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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.
•
Swipe
•
Pattern
•
PIN
•
Password
the screen.
•
None
•
Fingerprints
recognition for more information.
Screen lock type
: 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.
: 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
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,
, and then select a method.
Settings
Lock screen and
Settings
tap
factory reset
Lock screen and security
switch to activate it.
Secure lock settings
and tap the
Auto
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Edge panels

Edge screen

Introduction
You can easily access your favourite apps, tasks, contacts, and more from various Edge panels. Even when the screen is turned off, you can view information, such as news, missed calls, and message alerts, and view the night clock on the Edge screen.
Using the Edge panels
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Then, swipe to the left or right to switch between the Edge panels.
If the Edge panel handle is not visible, open the Apps screen, tap
Edge screen
, and then tap the
Edge panel handle
Edge panels
switch to activate it.
Settings
Display
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People edge
Tasks edge
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Editing the Edge panels
Select panels to display on the Edge screen or edit them.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the panel.
1
Tap to open the Edge panel settings screen.
2
Tick Edge panels to display.
3
EDIT
To edit a panel, tap
.
To download additional panels, tap
To rearrange panels, tap
Reorder
DOWNLOAD
and drag to another location.
.
Setting the Edge panel handle
You can change the location, size, or transparency of the handle.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Then, tap
settings
.
Apps edge
Quickly launch frequently used apps.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
1
Swipe to the left or right to open the Apps edge panel.
2
→ →
Handle
Select an app to launch it.
3
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Editing the Apps edge panel
•
To add an app, tap on the panel and tap an app from the apps list.
•
To create a folder on the panel, tap on the panel, tap and hold an app from the apps list, and then drag it over another app on the Apps edge panel. Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
•
To delete an app, tap and hold an app on the panel and drag it to the panel.
•
To change the order of apps, tap and hold an app and drag it to another location.
Remove
at the top of
You can also edit the Apps edge panel by tapping and then tapping the Apps edge.
EDIT
People edge
Add favourite contacts to the People edge panel to quickly contact them and view notifications received from them.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
1
Swipe to the left or right to open the People edge panel.
2
Adding contacts to the People edge panel
Add frequently used contacts to the People edge panel and set them as your priority contacts.
Tap
and select a contact from your favourites list, or tap
SELECT CONTACT
, select
under
contacts, and then tap
Only contacts saved in
DONE
.
Contacts
can be added to the People edge panel.
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Editing the People edge panel
•
To change the order of contacts, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to another location.
•
To delete a contact, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to screen.
Remove
at the top of the
You can also edit the People edge panel by tapping and then tapping the People edge.
EDIT
under
Contacting people from the People edge panel
Open the People edge panel and tap a contact. The communication buttons will appear on the screen. Tap the desired button to call or send a message to the contact.
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Edge lighting
The Edge screen lights up when you receive a call or notification while the device’s screen is facing downwards.
On the Apps screen, tap switch to activate it.
You can reject incoming calls using custom rejection messages. While the device’s screen is facing downwards, hold your finger on the sensor on the back of the device for two seconds to reject calls.
On the Apps screen, tap
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
reply
To edit the default rejection message, tap the message text under
Settings
Settings
Display
Display
Edge screen
Edge screen
, and then tap the
Edge lighting
QUICK REPLY MESSAGE
Edge lighting
Quick
.
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Tasks edge
Quickly perform frequently used tasks, such as composing messages and creating events.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
1
Swipe to the left or right to open the Tasks edge panel.
2
Tap a task to perform it.
3
Editing the Tasks edge panel
•
To add a task, tap
•
To delete a task, tap and hold a task on the panel and drag it to panel.
•
To change the order of tasks, tap and hold a task and drag it to another location.
You can also edit the Tasks edge panel by tapping and then tapping the Tasks edge.
on the panel and tap a task from the tasks list.
Remove
at the top of the
EDIT
under
Edge feeds
Real-time news, missed calls, message alerts, and other information can be displayed on the Edge screen when the screen is turned off.
Setting Edge feeds
Set information to display on the Edge screen.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
Edge feeds
Tick items to display.
To edit a feed, tap
To download additional items, tap
To rearrange items, tap another location.
and tap the switch to activate it.
EDIT
Settings
.
DOWNLOAD
Reorder
Display
. Then, tap and hold on an item and drag it to
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Viewing Edge feeds
With the screen turned off, swipe upwards then downwards or vice versa on the Edge
1
screen to turn it on.
Swipe to the left or right on the Edge screen to view the Edge feeds.
2
•
The Edge screen turns off if the device is not used for a specified period. To change the Edge screen’s time-out setting, open the Apps screen and tap
Display
Edge screen
Edge feeds
→ →
Edge feed timeout
Settings
.
•
When Edge feeds are active, you cannot use the Always On Display feature.
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Night clock
Keep the clock on the Edge screen active to view it at night.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
To set the location of the night clock, tap
Night clock
Set the duration that the night clock remains active.
•
The night clock feature can be set for a maximum of 18 hours.
•
The night clock feature will be deactivated when the battery power level drops below 5 %.
•
When the night clock is active, you cannot use the Always On Display feature.
and tap the switch to activate it.
Settings
Display
Night clock position
.
and select a side.

Always On Display

You can set the device to display information, such as a clock, calendar, or image, on the screen when it is turned off.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
activate it.
Tap
2
When the screen is off, the device will display the selected information.
Layouts
•
Clock
•
Calendar
•
Image
When you select
Show notifications
the
•
This feature will be deactivated when the battery power drops below 5 %.
•
When the night clock is active, you cannot use the Always On Display feature.
Content to show
: Select a clock style and a background image.
: Select a calendar style.
: Select an image to display on the screen when it is turned off.
Clock
Settings
or
Calendar
switch to activate it.
Display
and select an item to display.
, you can set to display notification icons as well. Tap
Always On Display
and tap the switch to
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Setting the schedule for the Always On Display feature
On the Apps screen, tap switch to deactivate it. Then, tap
Settings
Display
Set schedule
Always On Display
and set the start time and end time.
and tap the
Show always
Opening notifications when the screen is off
When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on the screen even when it is turned off. Double-tap a notification icon with your finger to view its notification.
If the screen is locked, you must unlock it to view notifications.
Controlling music playback when the screen is off
You can control music playback when the screen is off, without turning on the screen.
Double-tap the title of the currently playing song with your finger. The music controller will appear. Double-tap the icons to control the playback.
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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.
You can open the notification panel, even on the locked screen.
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
Single SIM models:
Quick setting buttons
Tap a notification and perform
various actions.
Access the notification settings.
Launch Settings.
Clear all notifications.
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Dual SIM models:
Quick setting buttons
Tap a notification and perform
various actions.
Access the notification settings.
Launch Settings.
SIM and USIM card feature preferences. Tap to access the SIM card manager.
Clear all notifications.
Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons.
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To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap location.
Edit
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another
Finder
Search for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.
Searching for content or nearby devices
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap
phone and scan for nearby devices
Enter a keyword in the search field or tap
To get more refined results, tap
To search for nearby devices, tap information.
Setting search categories
.
and say a keyword.
Filter
under the search field, and then select filter details.
QUICK CONNECT
. Refer to QUICK CONNECT for more
Search
You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.
Tap
Settings
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 notes, 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 symbols.
Change the keyboard settings.
Delete a preceding character.
Break to the next line.
Enter a space.
Changing the input language
Tap → use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.
Languages and types
Add input languages
, and then select the languages to
Changing the keyboard layout
Tap
Languages and types
On
3x4 keyboard
, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the
, select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use.
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
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Additional keyboard functions
Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used.
•
: Enter text by voice.
Change the voice input settings.
Start or pause entering text by voice.
•
: Add an item from the clipboard.
•
: Enter emoticons.
•
: Change the keyboard for one-handed operation.
•
: Change the keyboard settings.
Copying and pasting
Tap and hold over text.
1
Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
2
Tap
Copy
or
Cut
3
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap
4
To paste text that you have previously copied, tap
.
Select all
Paste
Clipboard
to select all text.
.
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.
1
If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag
Tap
2
3
Dictionary
If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap next to a 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.
or to select the desired text.
Move to Manage dictionaries

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.
Capturing a screenshot
Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in
Gallery
•
•
.
Key capture: Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously.
Swipe capture: Swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen.
•
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
•
If capturing a screenshot by swiping is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap
Settings
activate it.
Advanced features
, and then tap the
Palm swipe to capture
switch to
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After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen:
•
Scroll capture
: Capture content that continues across multiple screens, such as a webpage. When you tap more content will be captured.
•
Draw
•
Crop
•
Share
: Write or draw on the screenshot.
: Crop a portion from the screenshot. Only the cropped area will be saved in
: Share the screenshot with others.
If the options are not visible on the captured screen, open the Apps screen, tap
Settings
Advanced features
Scroll capture
, the screen will automatically scroll down and
, and then tap the
Smart capture

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.
Gallery
switch to activate it.
.
Tap , and tap or drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it. To close all running apps, tap
CLOSE ALL
.
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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.
1
Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.
2
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch.
3
To launch apps not in the list of recently used apps, tap
MORE APPS
and select an app.
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Using additional options
Tap the bar between the app windows to access additional options.
Switch locations between app windows.
Close the currently selected app.
Switch the selected window to a pop-up view.
Adjusting the window size
Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.
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Sharing text or images between windows
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.
Minimising the split screen view
Press the Home key to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain active in the minimised split screen view.
To close the minimised split screen view, open the notification panel and tap the the Multi window notification.
icon on
Maximising a window
Tap an app window and drag the bar between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of the screen.
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Pop-up view
Tap to open the list of recently used apps.
1
Swipe upwards or downwards, tap and hold an app window, and then drag it to
2
pop-up view
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
.
Minimise the window.
Close the app.
Maximise the window.
Moving pop-up windows
Open in
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new location.
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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
Cloud and accounts
Accounts
Samsung account
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
1
Tap
2
3
Samsung account
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.
Registering an existing Samsung account
If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.
Settings
CREATE ACCOUNT
Cloud and accounts
.
Accounts
Help
Add account
.
.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap
2
3
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
.
Cloud and accounts
Forgotten your ID or password?
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Accounts
.
Add account
.
You can find
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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
1
Tap
2
3
4
Samsung account
Tap →
Enter your Samsung account password and tap
ACCOUNT
Settings
.
Settings
and tap the account to remove.
Remove account
Cloud and accounts
REMOVE ACCOUNT
CONFIRM
Accounts
.
, and then tap
.
REMOVE

Transferring data from your previous device

You can transfer contacts, images, and other data from a previous device to your device via Smart Switch (wirelessly or using a USB connector) or Samsung Cloud.
•
This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•
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.
Transferring data via Smart Switch
Transfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. You can launch Smart Switch by
Apps
tapping app, download it from
Settings
Transferring data using a USB connector
You can connect your previous device to your device with the USB connector and a USB cable to easily and quickly transfer data.
Plug the USB connector into the multipurpose jack of your device.
1
Cloud and accounts
Galaxy Apps
or
Play Store
Smart Switch
.
. If you do not have the
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Connect your device and the previous device using the previous device’s USB cable.
2
Your devicePrevious device
1
USB connector
USB cable
2
When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap
3
On the previous device, tap
4
Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear.
Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from the previous device.
5
Do not disconnect the USB cable or USB connector from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
ALLOW
.
Smart Switch
RECEIVE
.
Transferring data increases the battery power consumption of your device. Ensure that your device is sufficiently charged before transferring data. If the battery power is low, data transfer may be interrupted.
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Transferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
On the previous device, launch Smart Switch.
1
If you do not have the app, download it from
On your device, tap
2
Place the devices near each other.
3
On the previous device, tap
4
On your device, tap
5
Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.
6
Apps
Settings
WIRELESS
WIRELESS
RECEIVE
Galaxy Apps
Cloud and accounts
SEND
CONNECT
and select the previous device type.
or
Play Store
.
Smart Switch
.
.
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Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. 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.
1
On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
2
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.
3
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
4
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
5
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
6
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Transferring data via Samsung Cloud
Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer to Samsung account for more information.
On the previous device, back up the data to your Samsung account.
1
On your device, tap
2
Restore
Tap and select the previous device from the devices list.
3
Tick the data types you want to restore and tap
4
.
Apps
Settings
Cloud and accounts
RESTORE NOW
Samsung Cloud
.

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.
1
Open the notification panel, and then tap
2
Transferring media files
If the computer cannot recognise your device, tap
.
Transferring media files via USB
Transferring images
.
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Tap
3
4
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.
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 will be downloaded when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Settings
Download updates automatically
Software update
Download updates manually
switch to activate it, updates
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
1
Switch.
On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
2
Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.
3
If a software update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to update the device.
4
.
•
Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is updating.
•
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.
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Backing up and restoring data
Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information 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
my data
activate them, and then tap
Data will be backed up to Samsung Cloud. Refer to Samsung Cloud for more information.
To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the
To restore backup data from Samsung Cloud using a Samsung account, tap device and the data types you want to restore and tap be restored to your device.
for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to
Settings
BACK UP NOW
Cloud and accounts
.
Auto back up
RESTORE NOW
Backup and restore
switch to activate it.
. The selected data will
Restore
Back up
. Select a
Using a Google account
On the Apps screen, tap
Back up my data
an account as the backup account.
To restore data using a Google account, tap the you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored.
switch for the Google account to activate it. Tap
Settings
Cloud and accounts
Automatic restore
Backup and restore
Backup account
switch to activate it. When
and tap the
and select
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
RESET DEVICE
DELETE ALL
Settings
General management
. The device automatically restarts.
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Factory data reset
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QUICK CONNECT

Introduction
Quickly search for and connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or TVs, using the Quick connect feature.
•
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.
•
Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the shared content.
QUICK CONNECT
Connecting to other devices
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap
1
Search phone and scan for nearby devices
Tap
2
3
QUICK CONNECT
The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features will be activated and the device will automatically search for nearby devices.
Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.
.
.
on
The next steps may vary depending on the connected device.
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.
1
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap
2
Search phone and scan for nearby devices
.
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Tap
3
4
5
QUICK CONNECT
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.
•
View device on TV (Smart View)
may need to activate 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.
•
Use as remote control
.
: View your device’s content on the TV screen. You
: Use your device as a remote control for the TV.
•
View TV on device
within the allowed connection range.
•
Play TV sound on device
the TV. You can connect a headset to the device so that others do not hear the TV sound.
•
Register TV
such as
•
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.
/
Use as remote control
: Watch TV on your device’s screen. You can continue watching TV
: Listen to the sound via the device’s speaker while watching
Deregister TV
: Register the TV to your device to use additional features,
.
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
icon
will appear on the device. Tap the icon to stream the content from your device to your TV.
•
This feature is supported only by the device’s default gallery app.
•
When the registered TV is connected to an electric socket, you can use this feature even if the TV screen is turned off.
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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
1
2
3
Gallery
Select an image.
Tap
Share
on the Apps screen.
and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email.
You can also use the following options:
•
Link sharing
the access code with others, even if they are not saved in your contacts list. To use this feature, your phone number must be verified.
•
Transfer files to device
Bluetooth. The visibility settings must be activated on the devices.
•
View content on TV (Smart View)
screen via a wireless connection.
When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted will appear on the sharing options panel. To directly share content with them via the corresponding app, select a person’s icon. If the feature is not activated, open the Apps screen, tap switch to activate it.
: Upload content to the Samsung storage server and share the link and
: Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or
: View your device’s displayed content on a larger
Settings
Advanced features
, and then tap the
Direct share
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Follow the on-screen instructions to share the image with others.
4
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.

Emergency mode

You can switch the device to emergency mode 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 → hold the Power key, and then tap
Emergency mode
Disable Emergency mode
.
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. Alternatively, press and

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 the search field to search for a 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.
To change the auto update settings, tap → then select an option.
Settings
Auto update apps
INSTALL
. To purchase
, and
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.
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Settings
Auto-update apps
, and
Applications
Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
On the Apps screen, tap → or uninstall. Select an app and tap
Settings
•
•
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
DISABLE
, select an app, and then tap
or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap
DISABLE
or
UNINSTALL
.
Enabling apps
On the Apps screen, tap then tap
ENABLE
.
Settings
Applications
Disabled
, select an app, and
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 the app.
ALLOW
on the pop-up window to grant permissions to
To view your app permission settings, open the Apps screen and tap
Applications
change its permissions.
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, open the Apps screen,
Settings
tap next to apps to grant permissions.
. Select an app and tap
Applications
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not function properly.
→ →
Permissions
App permissions
. You can view the app’s permissions list and
. Select an item and tap the switches
Settings
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Phone

Introduction
Make or answer voice and video calls.
Making calls
Tap
1
2
Phone
Enter a phone number.
on the Apps screen.
If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap
3
Single SIM models: Tap 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.
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Dual SIM models: Tap or to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call.
Add the number to the contacts
list.
Access additional options.
Preview the phone number.
Delete a preceding character.
Hide the keypad.
Using speed dial
Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.
To set a number to speed dial, tap
Speed dial
, select a speed dial number, and then add a
phone number.
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.
Making calls from the locked screen
On the locked screen, drag
outside the large circle.
Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Tap
RECENTS
make a call.
or
CONTACTS
, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to
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Making an international call
Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen.
1
Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.
2
3
Single SIM models: Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then
tap
.
Dual SIM models: 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.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the rejection message bar upwards.
To create various rejection messages, open the Apps screen, tap
Quick decline messages
, enter a message, and then tap
.
Missed calls
Phone
Settings
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 missed calls.
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Phone
RECENTS
to view
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Blocking phone numbers
Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap , tick contacts, and then tap
2
To manually enter a number, tap tap
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
Phone
→ →
Enter phone number.
switch to activate the feature.
Settings
DONE
.
Block numbers
, enter a phone number, and then
.
Options during calls
During a voice call
The following actions are available:
: Access additional options.
•
Add call
•
Extra volume
•
Bluetooth
•
Speaker
into the microphone at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears.
•
Keypad
•
Mute
: End the current call.
: Dial a second call.
: Increase the volume.
: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.
: 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.
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During a video call
Tap the screen to use the following options:
: Access additional options.
•
Camera
•
Switch
•
Mute
•
Speaker
into the microphone at the bottom of the device and keep the device away from your ears.
: Turn off the camera so that the other party cannot see you.
: Switch between the front and rear cameras.
: End the current call.
: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, speak

Contacts

Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact
Tap
1
2
Contacts
Tap and select a storage location.
on the Apps screen.
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business card.
Enter contact information.
3
Select a storage location.
Add an image.
Enter contact information.
Open more information fields.
Scan contact information from a
Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save may vary.
Tap
SAVE
4
.
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad
Tap
1
2
3
Phone
Enter the number and tap
If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap
Tap
Create contact
an existing contact.
on the Apps screen.
ADD TO CONTACTS
to create a new contact, or tap
.
to open the keypad.
Update existing
to add the number to
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Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap a caller’s image, or tap a phone number →
2
Tap
3
CREATE CONTACT
number to an existing contact.
Phone
to create a new contact, or tap
RECENTS
.
Details
.
UPDATE EXISTING
Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
Tap
1
2
3
Contacts
Tap →
Select a storage location to save contacts to.
on the Apps screen.
Settings
Import/export contacts
IMPORT
.
to add the
Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap
4
DONE
.
Synching contacts with your web accounts
Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Samsung account.
On the Apps screen, tap name, select the account to sync with, and then tap
Contacts
.
Settings
Cloud and accounts
Accounts
Contacts (Samsung account)
, select an account
or
Sync
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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.
Tap the contact’s image, or tap the contact’s name actions:
•
: Add to favourite contacts.
•
/ : Make a voice or video call.
•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
Contacts
.
Details
. Then take one of the following
Sharing profile
Share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others using the profile sharing feature.
•
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
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Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
Tap
1
Contacts
on the Apps screen.
Tap →
2
Tick contacts and tap
3
Select a sharing method.
4
Share
.
SHARE
.
Merging duplicate contacts
When you import contacts from other storages, or sync or move contacts to other accounts, your contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline your contacts list.
Tap
1
2
3
Contacts
Tap →
Tick contacts and tap
on the Apps screen.
Settings
Merge duplicate contacts
MERGE
.
.
Deleting contacts
Tap
1
2
3
To delete contacts one by one, open the contacts list and tap a contact’s image or tap a contact’s name
Contacts
Tap
Tick contacts and tap
on the Apps screen.
Delete
.
Details
DELETE
. Then tap →
.
Delete
.
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Messages

Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation.
Sending messages
You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.
Tap
1
Messages
on the Apps screen.
Tap
2
Add recipients and tap
3
Enter a message.
4
.
Single SIM models:
Enter a message.
COMPOSE
Edit recipients.
Attach files.
.
Access additional options.
Add recipients from the contacts list.
Send the message.
Enter emoticons.
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Dual SIM models:
Access additional options.
Edit recipients.
Add recipients from the contacts list.
Attach files.
Enter a message.
5
Single SIM models: Tap
Dual SIM models: Tap or to send the message.
SEND
to send the message.
Viewing messages
Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming.
Tap
1
2
Messages
On the messages list, select a contact.
on the Apps screen.
Select a SIM or USIM card.
Enter emoticons.
View your conversation.
3
Single SIM models: To reply to the message, enter a message and tap
Dual SIM models: To reply to the message, enter a message and tap or .
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SEND
.
Applications
Blocking unwanted messages
Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.
Tap
1
Messages
on the Apps screen.
Tap →
2
Tap
3
To manually enter a number, tap
Settings
INBOX
or
CONTACTS
Block messages
, select a contact, and then tap .
Block numbers
Enter number
, and then enter a phone number.
Setting the message notification
You can change notification sound, display options, and more.
Tap
1
2
3
Messages
Tap →
Change the notification settings.
•
•
Settings
Notification sound
Vibrate when sound plays
on the Apps screen.
Notifications
: Change the notification sound.
: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages.
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
.
•
Pop-up display
•
Preview message
and in pop-up windows.
: Set the device to display messages in pop-up windows.
: Set the device to display message content on the locked screen
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
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Internet

Introduction
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently.
Browsing webpages
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Tap the address field.
2
Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
3
To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
Bookmark the current webpage.
Samsung
Internet
.
Access additional options.
Refresh the current webpage.
Open the homepage.
Move between pages.
View your bookmarks, saved webpages, and recent browsing history.
Open the browser's tab manager.
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Using secret mode
In secret mode, you can separately 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.
In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.
Tabs
ENABLE SECRET
. If you are using this
Changing security settings
You can change your password or the lock method.
Tap
Settings
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.
Privacy
Secret mode security
Change password
. To set your
Fingerprints
Deactivating secret mode
In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap
Tabs
DISABLE SECRET
.
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Email

Setting up email accounts
Set up an email account when opening
On the Apps screen, tap
1
Enter the email address and password, and then tap
2
To manually register an email account, tap
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
3
To set up another email account, tap
If you have more than one email account, you can set one as the default account. Tap
Set default account
Samsung
.
Email
for the first time.
Email
.
SIGN IN
MANUAL SETUP
Add account
.
.
.
Sending emails
Tap to compose an email.
1
Add recipients and enter an email text.
2
Tap
3
SEND
to send the mail.
Reading emails
When emails, swipe downwards on the screen.
Tap an email on the screen to read it.
Email
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 it.
→ your account name, and then tap the
Sync account
switch to activate
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Camera

Introduction
Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.
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.
Launching Camera
Use the following methods to launch
•
Tap
Camera
•
Press the Home key twice quickly.
•
On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.
•
Some methods may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
Some camera features are not available when you launch screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are activated.
on the Apps screen.
Camera
:
Camera
from the locked
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Using swipe gestures
Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply filter effects.
Front camera preview
Rear camera previewShooting modes Filter effects
Switching cameras
On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras.
Viewing shooting modes
On the preview screen, swipe from the left to the right to open the shooting modes list.
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Make faces appear
Current mode
Viewing filter effects
On the preview screen, swipe from the right to the left to open the filter effects list. You can apply a unique feel to your photos or videos.
This feature is only available in some shooting modes.
Basic shooting
Taking photos or recording videos
Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
1
Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. To take a series of photos, tap and
2
hold
•
•
•
•
Camera settings
.
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
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
Quick settings
on the adjustment bar towards or .
.
brighter and clearer.
Preview thumbnail
Take a photo.
Switch between the
front and rear
Shooting modes
cameras.
Record a video.
Filter effects
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Without effect With effect
•
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.
•
Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in wide-angle photos and does not indicate device performance problems.
•
The maximum recording time may reduce when you record video at high resolution.
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Use HDR mode to capture photos and videos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.
On the preview screen, tap repeatedly until you reach the desired option.
1
•
Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video.
2
: The device automatically activates HDR mode depending on the shooting
conditions.
: HDR mode is activated.
: HDR mode is deactivated.
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Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
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, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list and select a mode.
To view the description of each mode, tap
To rearrange modes, tap location.
To add mode shortcuts to the Home screen, tap
Edit
, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new
Info
.
Add shortcut on home screen
.
Auto mode
Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.
On the shooting modes list, tap
Auto
.
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Pro mode
Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.
On the shooting modes list, tap
to take a photo.
: Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar towards or to manually
adjust the focus. To switch to auto focus mode, drag the adjustment bar towards
: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. You can set the colour temperature. Tap bar.
: Select a colour tone. To create your own colour tone, tap
: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.
If the shutter speed is set manually, you cannot change the exposure value. The exposure value will change and be displayed based on the shutter speed setting.
: Adjust the shutter speed. A slow shutter speed allows more light in, so the photo becomes brighter. This is ideal for photos of scenery or pictures taken at night. A fast shutter speed allows less light in. This is ideal for taking photos of fast-moving subjects.
Pro
. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap
and drag your finger on the colour temperature
Tone 1
or
Tone 2
.
Auto
.
: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.
If the shutter speed is set manually, you cannot set the ISO setting to
Auto
.
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Separating the focus area and the exposure area
You can lock the focus and the exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically based on changes to the subjects or light sources. In pro mode, you can separate the exposure and focus and set them to different points.
This feature is only available when you set the shutter speed and the focus to pro mode.
On the preview screen, tap and hold the area to focus.
1
The AF/AE frame will appear on the focus area.
Auto
in
Drag the AF/AE frame to the exposure area.
2
The exposure area will be separated from the focus area.
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Panorama
Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene.
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.
On the shooting modes list, tap
1
Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.
2
Tap to stop taking photos.
3
On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
4
Panorama
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Motion panorama
You can take and view a panorama with motion.
When taking motion panoramas, sound will not be recorded.
On the panorama preview screen, tap to activate the motion panorama feature and
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take a motion panorama.
On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
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Tap .
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The captured motion panorama will be played.
Tilt the device or swipe on the screen to rotate the captured motion panorama.
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To save the motion panorama as a video file, tap
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SAVE AS NEW
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Applications
Selective focus
Use the out-of-focus effect to make specific objects stand out in a photo.
On the shooting modes list, tap
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Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
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Tap to take a photo.
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Tap the preview thumbnail.
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Tap and select one of the following:
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Near focus
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Far focus
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Pan focus
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It is recommended that you position subjects within 50 cm of the device. Position the subject that you want to focus on close to the device.
: Make the subject stand out and blur the background around the subject.
: Blur the subject and make the background stand out around the subject.
: Make the subject and its background stand out.
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Selective focus
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When taking photos, ensure there is sufficient distance between the subject and the background. The distance should be more than three times the distance between the device and the subject.
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Hold the device steady and remain still while taking a photo.
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The quality of photos taken by the device can be affected in the following conditions:
The device or the subject is moving.
There is strong background light, low levels of light, or you are taking photos indoors.
The subject or background has no pattern, or consists of a plain colour.
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Applications
Slow motion
Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion.
On the shooting modes list, tap
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Tap to start recording.
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When you are finished recording, tap to stop.
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On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
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Tap .
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The video will start playing with a randomly set slow motion section. If a video contains lots of movement, one or two slow motion sections will be created based on the biggest movements.
Editing slow motion sections
On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
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Slow motion
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Tap .
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Tap the screen and tap to pause playback.
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Drag the start bracket and the end bracket to the desired points to set the duration of the
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video to be played.
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