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J7
User Guide
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Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................. |
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Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... |
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About the User Guide ................................................................................................................... |
2 |
Get Support from Sprint Zone....................................................................................................... |
3 |
Set Up Your Phone ............................................................................................................................... |
4 |
Parts and Functions ...................................................................................................................... |
4 |
Battery Use ................................................................................................................................... |
6 |
Insert the Battery................................................................................................................... |
6 |
Remove the Battery .............................................................................................................. |
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Charge the Battery................................................................................................................ |
9 |
Turn Your Phone On and Off ...................................................................................................... |
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Use the Touchscreen.................................................................................................................. |
11 |
Activate Your Phone ................................................................................................................... |
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Complete the Setup Screens ...................................................................................................... |
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Basic Operations................................................................................................................................. |
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Basics.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ........................................................................ |
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Phone Settings Menu.......................................................................................................... |
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Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation ....................................................................... |
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Capture Screenshots .......................................................................................................... |
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Applications................................................................................................................................. |
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Launch Applications............................................................................................................ |
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Apps List ............................................................................................................................. |
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Phone Number............................................................................................................................ |
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Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................................. |
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Enter Text.................................................................................................................................... |
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Samsung Keyboard ............................................................................................................ |
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Google Voice Typing........................................................................................................... |
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Tips for Editing Text ............................................................................................................ |
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Google Account .......................................................................................................................... |
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Create a Google Account ................................................................................................... |
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Sign In to Your Google Account ......................................................................................... |
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Factory Reset Protection .................................................................................................... |
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Google Play Store....................................................................................................................... |
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Find and Install an App ....................................................................................................... |
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Request a Refund for a Paid App ....................................................................................... |
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Update an App .................................................................................................................... |
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Uninstall an App.................................................................................................................. |
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Get Help with Google Play.................................................................................................. |
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Lock and Unlock Your Screen .................................................................................................... |
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Update Your Phone .................................................................................................................... |
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Update Your Phone Software ............................................................................................. |
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Your Phone's Home Screen................................................................................................................ |
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Home Screen Basics .................................................................................................................. |
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Home Screen Layout .......................................................................................................... |
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Extended Home Screens .................................................................................................... |
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Status Bar and Notification Panel ............................................................................................... |
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Status Bar ........................................................................................................................... |
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Notification Panel ................................................................................................................ |
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Customize the Home Screen ...................................................................................................... |
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Change the Wallpaper ........................................................................................................ |
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Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen .................................................................................... |
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Add Widgets to the Home Screen ...................................................................................... |
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Add Folders to the Home Screen ....................................................................................... |
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Making Connections.................................................................................................................................... |
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Phone Calls and Voicemail ................................................................................................................. |
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Place and Answer Calls .............................................................................................................. |
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Call Using the Phone Dialer................................................................................................ |
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Call Emergency Numbers................................................................................................... |
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Answer Phone Calls............................................................................................................ |
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In-Call Screen Layout and Operations................................................................................ |
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Place a Call from Contacts ................................................................................................. |
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Call from Call Log ............................................................................................................... |
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Voicemail..................................................................................................................................... |
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Voicemail Setup .................................................................................................................. |
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Visual Voicemail.......................................................................................................................... |
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Review Visual Voicemail..................................................................................................... |
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Visual Voicemail Options .................................................................................................... |
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Configure Visual Voicemail Settings................................................................................... |
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Optional Calling Services............................................................................................................ |
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Wi-Fi Calling........................................................................................................................ |
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Caller ID Blocking ............................................................................................................... |
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Call Waiting......................................................................................................................... |
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Conference Calling ............................................................................................................. |
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Call Forwarding................................................................................................................... |
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Call Settings ................................................................................................................................ |
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Contacts .............................................................................................................................................. |
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Add a Contact ............................................................................................................................. |
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View Contacts ............................................................................................................................. |
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Contacts Screen Layout.............................................................................................................. |
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Edit a Contact.............................................................................................................................. |
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Delete a Contact ......................................................................................................................... |
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Favorites ..................................................................................................................................... |
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Groups ........................................................................................................................................ |
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Share a Contact .......................................................................................................................... |
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Profile Sharing .................................................................................................................... |
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Import Contacts........................................................................................................................... |
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Back Up Contacts ....................................................................................................................... |
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Contacts Settings ........................................................................................................................ |
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Messaging........................................................................................................................................... |
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Text and Multimedia Messaging ................................................................................................. |
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Send a Text Message ......................................................................................................... |
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Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)................................................................................... |
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Save and Resume a Draft Message................................................................................... |
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New Messages Notification ................................................................................................ |
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Manage Message Conversations ....................................................................................... |
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Messages Settings.............................................................................................................. |
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Gmail........................................................................................................................................... |
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Create and Send a Gmail Message.................................................................................... |
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Open Gmail Messages ....................................................................................................... |
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Use Gmail Labels................................................................................................................ |
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Archive Gmail Threads ....................................................................................................... |
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Mute Gmail Threads ........................................................................................................... |
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Delete Gmail Threads ....................................................................................................... |
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Search Gmail Messages................................................................................................... |
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Report Spam Gmail Messages......................................................................................... |
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Add Another Google (Gmail) Account .............................................................................. |
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Switching Between Gmail Accounts ................................................................................. |
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Gmail Settings................................................................................................................... |
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Email ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Set Up an Email Account .................................................................................................. |
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Add an Email Account....................................................................................................... |
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Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account............................................................................. |
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Create and Send an Email Message ................................................................................ |
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Open Email Messages...................................................................................................... |
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Delete an Email Account .................................................................................................. |
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Manage Your Email Inbox ................................................................................................ |
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Exchange ActiveSync Email Features.............................................................................. |
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Email Settings ................................................................................................................... |
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Internet and Social Networking ......................................................................................................... |
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Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks).............................................. |
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4G LTE.............................................................................................................................. |
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Your User Name ............................................................................................................... |
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Data Connection Status and Indicators ............................................................................ |
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Browser ..................................................................................................................................... |
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Use the Browser ............................................................................................................... |
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Add a Bookmark ............................................................................................................... |
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View Browser History........................................................................................................ |
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Open New Browser Tabs.................................................................................................. |
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Browser Settings............................................................................................................... |
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Chrome Browser ....................................................................................................................... |
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Google Messenger.................................................................................................................... |
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Facebook .................................................................................................................................. |
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Instagram .................................................................................................................................. |
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Messenger ................................................................................................................................ |
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Global Services ................................................................................................................................. |
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Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account ................................................................ |
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Your Phone’s SIM Card for International GSM Roaming ......................................................... |
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Enable Global Roaming Mode .................................................................................................. |
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Set the Communications Method for Global Use...................................................................... |
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Select a Carrier ......................................................................................................................... |
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Make and Receive Worldwide Calls ......................................................................................... |
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Sprint International Voicemail Service ...................................................................................... |
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Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use.......................................... |
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Access Your Voicemail Internationally.............................................................................. |
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International Data Roaming ...................................................................................................... |
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Access Email and Data Services Internationally .............................................................. |
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Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service .......................................................... |
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Connectivity....................................................................................................................................... |
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Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer .............................................................. |
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Wi-Fi.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.......................................................... |
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Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................................................................... |
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Disconnect Wi-Fi............................................................................................................... |
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Wi-Fi Direct ....................................................................................................................... |
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Bluetooth ................................................................................................................................... |
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Bluetooth Information........................................................................................................ |
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Enable the Bluetooth Feature ........................................................................................... |
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Pair Bluetooth Devices...................................................................................................... |
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Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device.............................................................................. |
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Send Information Using Bluetooth .................................................................................... |
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Receive Information Using Bluetooth ............................................................................... |
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Hotspot...................................................................................................................................... |
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Tethering ................................................................................................................................... |
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Apps and Entertainment............................................................................................................................ |
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Camera and Video ............................................................................................................................ |
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Camera Overview ..................................................................................................................... |
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Take Pictures and Record Videos ............................................................................................ |
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Take a Picture................................................................................................................... |
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Record Videos .................................................................................................................. |
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Shooting Mode.................................................................................................................. |
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View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery .................................................................................. |
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Edit Pictures .............................................................................................................................. |
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Rotate a Picture ................................................................................................................ |
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Edit Tools .......................................................................................................................... |
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Share Pictures and Videos ....................................................................................................... |
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Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail...................................................................... |
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Camera Settings ....................................................................................................................... |
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Switch Cameras................................................................................................................ |
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Set Camera Functions ...................................................................................................... |
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Productivity........................................................................................................................................ |
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1Weather................................................................................................................................... |
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AAA ........................................................................................................................................... |
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Calculator .................................................................................................................................. |
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Calendar.................................................................................................................................... |
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Add an Event to the Calendar........................................................................................... |
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View Calendar Events....................................................................................................... |
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Sync Calendars................................................................................................................. |
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Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar ............................................................. |
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Calendar Settings ............................................................................................................. |
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Caller ID .................................................................................................................................... |
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Clock ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Set Alarms ........................................................................................................................ |
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Additional Clock Features ................................................................................................. |
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Drive.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Google Duo ............................................................................................................................... |
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Google Maps............................................................................................................................. |
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Google Search .......................................................................................................................... |
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Lookout ..................................................................................................................................... |
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My Files..................................................................................................................................... |
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Photos ....................................................................................................................................... |
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Samsung Notes ........................................................................................................................ |
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Sprint Family Locator ................................................................................................................ |
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Tech Expert............................................................................................................................... |
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Uber .......................................................................................................................................... |
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Entertainment and Activities ............................................................................................................. |
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Amazon ..................................................................................................................................... |
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Amazon Kindle.......................................................................................................................... |
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Amazon Music .......................................................................................................................... |
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Amazon Photos......................................................................................................................... |
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Amazon Video........................................................................................................................... |
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App Spotlight............................................................................................................................. |
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DraftKings ................................................................................................................................. |
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Galaxy Apps.............................................................................................................................. |
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Gallery....................................................................................................................................... |
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Google Play Music App............................................................................................................. |
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Play Music with Google Play ............................................................................................ |
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Google Play Music Screen Layout.................................................................................... |
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Create Playlists in Google Play Music .............................................................................. |
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Loot ........................................................................................................................................... |
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NextRadio ................................................................................................................................. |
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Playphone ................................................................................................................................. |
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Samsung+................................................................................................................................. |
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Sprint Fun & Games ................................................................................................................. |
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Sprint Music Plus ...................................................................................................................... |
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Sprint TV & Movies ................................................................................................................... |
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Sprint Zone................................................................................................................................ |
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Texture ...................................................................................................................................... |
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YouTube.................................................................................................................................... |
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Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... |
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Connections Settings ........................................................................................................................ |
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Basic Settings ........................................................................................................................... |
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Wi-Fi Settings Menu.................................................................................................................. |
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Bluetooth Settings..................................................................................................................... |
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Data Usage Settings ................................................................................................................. |
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Airplane Mode ........................................................................................................................... |
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Mobile Networks Settings ......................................................................................................... |
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Location Settings ...................................................................................................................... |
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More Connection Settings......................................................................................................... |
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Nearby Device Scanning .................................................................................................. |
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Printing.............................................................................................................................. |
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Virtual Private Networks (VPN)......................................................................................... |
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Wi-Fi Calling Settings................................................................................................................ |
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Hotspot and Tethering Settings ................................................................................................ |
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Hotspot Settings................................................................................................................ |
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Tethering Settings............................................................................................................. |
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Device Settings ................................................................................................................................. |
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Sounds and Vibration Settings.................................................................................................. |
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Sound Mode...................................................................................................................... |
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Vibrate While Ringing ....................................................................................................... |
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Volume.............................................................................................................................. |
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Ringtones and Sounds...................................................................................................... |
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Vibration Pattern ............................................................................................................... |
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Notification Sounds ........................................................................................................... |
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Do Not Disturb .................................................................................................................. |
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System Sounds................................................................................................................. |
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Key-tap Feedback............................................................................................................. |
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Sound Quality and Effects ................................................................................................ |
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Notifications Settings ................................................................................................................ |
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Display Settings ........................................................................................................................ |
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Brightness ......................................................................................................................... |
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Font Size and Style........................................................................................................... |
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Easy Mode ........................................................................................................................ |
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Icon Frames ...................................................................................................................... |
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Status Bar ......................................................................................................................... |
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Screen Timeout................................................................................................................. |
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Screen Saver .................................................................................................................... |
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Advanced Features Settings..................................................................................................... |
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One-Handed Operation..................................................................................................... |
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Other Advanced Features Settings................................................................................... |
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Applications Settings................................................................................................................. |
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Applications Overview....................................................................................................... |
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Default Applications .......................................................................................................... |
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App Permission Settings................................................................................................... |
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Personal Settings .............................................................................................................................. |
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Wallpapers and Themes Settings ............................................................................................. |
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Wallpaper.......................................................................................................................... |
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Themes ............................................................................................................................. |
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Icons.................................................................................................................................. |
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Lock Screen and Security Settings ........................................................................................... |
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Screen Lock ...................................................................................................................... |
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Unknown Sources............................................................................................................. |
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Secure Folder ................................................................................................................... |
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Secure Startup .................................................................................................................. |
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Encrypt SD Card ............................................................................................................... |
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Other Security Settings ..................................................................................................... |
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Accounts Settings ..................................................................................................................... |
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Accounts ........................................................................................................................... |
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Backup .............................................................................................................................. |
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Google Settings ........................................................................................................................ |
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Accessibility Settings ................................................................................................................ |
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Vision Accessibility Settings ............................................................................................. |
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Hearing Accessibility Settings........................................................................................... |
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Dexterity and Interaction Settings..................................................................................... |
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Configure Other Accessibility Settings.............................................................................. |
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System Settings ................................................................................................................................ |
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General Management Settings ................................................................................................. |
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Language and Input Settings............................................................................................ |
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Date and Time Settings .................................................................................................... |
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Reset................................................................................................................................. |
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Factory Data Reset ........................................................................................................... |
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Device Maintenance Settings ................................................................................................... |
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Optimize Now.................................................................................................................... |
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Battery Settings................................................................................................................. |
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Storage Settings ............................................................................................................... |
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microSD Card Settings ..................................................................................................... |
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RAM .................................................................................................................................. |
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System Update ......................................................................................................................... |
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About Device............................................................................................................................. |
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Getting Help .............................................................................................................................................. |
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For Assistance .................................................................................................................................. |
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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ |
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Sprint Account Information and Help ........................................................................................ |
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Sprint Account Passwords ................................................................................................ |
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Manage Your Account ...................................................................................................... |
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Sprint Support Services .................................................................................................... |
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Legal Information ...................................................................................................................... |
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Opt-Out Information .......................................................................................................... |
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Health & Safety and Warranty .......................................................................................... |
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Copyright Information................................................................................................................ |
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Intellectual Property .......................................................................................................... |
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Open Source Software...................................................................................................... |
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Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ................................................................ |
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Samsung Electronics America, Inc. .................................................................................. |
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Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ......................................... |
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Index.......................................................................................................................................................... |
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Getting Started
The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.
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The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.
Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy J7. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase. Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's home screen, which is displayed by
pressing Home . Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your phone's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as “phone,” “device,” or “handset.” A microSD™, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™ card is referred to as an “SD card” or a “memory card.”
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2. From the Sprint Zone main page, tap Support.
3. Tap a topic to view its contents.
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The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your Samsung phone and wireless service the first time.
This topic illustrates your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and keys.
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Caution: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
The following topics explain how to insert and remove your phone’s battery.
Follow these instructions to insert your phone’s battery safely and properly.
1. Remove the battery cover.
Lift gently in the direction shown.
Caution: When removing the back cover, use the slot next to the Volume key to gently lift the cover off. Pulling on the Speaker (located next to Power button) may cause damage.
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Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Using excessive force on the cover during removal or installation of an internal component can cause the material to break.
2. Insert the battery.
Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone.
3.Attach the battery cover.
Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.
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Follow these instructions to remove your phone’s battery. Always power the phone off before removing the battery.
1. Remove the battery cover.
Lift gently in the direction shown.
2.Remove the battery.
Lift upward gently as shown.
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Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB cable) is included with the device, for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging.
Charge Using the AC Adapter (Charging Head)
It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive
Fast Charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port.
2.Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3.Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete.
Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1.Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your phone.
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2.Insert the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
3.After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer.
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.
Turn Your Phone On
■Press and hold the Power/Lock key.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.
See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen lock.
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the Setup Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1.Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu.
2.Tap Power off > Power off to turn the phone off.
Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
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Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Tap
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.
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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Samsung Keyboard for more details.
Note: Auto rotate needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel, and tap Portrait to enable Auto rotate. The icon changes to Auto rotate
when it is enabled.
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Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or spread the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
●If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
●If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Configuring Service screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the prompts to continue.
●If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number on your account (you are swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your phone.
Activate on your computer:
•Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your phone.
Activate on your phone:
•Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
•Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
•Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
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To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another phone.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your phone has been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on your account.
1. From the Welcome screen, select a language and tap Start to get started.
To skip any section, tap Next or Skip.
Note: On the Welcome screen, there may also be an Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or hard of hearing, tap Accessibility to change the accessibility settings.
2.Follow the prompts to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi® network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fi for more details.
Terms and Conditions – Read any applicable End User License Agreements or Terms and Conditions for using your phone, and tap Next > Agree to continue.
Configuring Service – Automatically connect to the network and set up voice and data services.
• Your phone may restart.
Google (Add your account) – Tap Enter your email and complete the steps to sign in to your current Google Account, or tap Or create a new account to set up a new Google Account. Tap Skip to skip Google setup. The following options may apply depending on your selection:
Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is turned on. Factory Reset Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings without your permission. See Factory Reset Protection for more information.
•Enter your email – Enter your Gmail™ address and password and tap Accept to agree to the terms of service and privacy policy and sign in to your current Google Account.
•Or create a new account – Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google Account. There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address (Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup email address and
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recovery question), an option to join Google+™, and an option to enable purchases from the Google Play™ store app. Tap Next between each screen.
•Set up payment info – Select billing options for purchases made through Google Play. Select Remind me later to skip this step.
•Get your apps & data – If you are using a Google Account you had set up on a previous Android device, you can choose to use that device's backup information to restore backed-up apps, data, system settings, Wi-Fi passwords, etc., from the previous device to your new phone. Tap Set up as a new device to skip this step.
Personalize your phone – If applicable, enter your first and last name and tap Next. This information is used by the phone to personalize certain apps.
Protect your phone – Set up a screen lock to prevent others from using the phone without your permission.
Google services – Select your Google location and service options and then tap Next.
Samsung account – Enter your email account and password to sign in to your current Samsung account, or tap Create account to set up a new Samsung account.
Customize your device – Choose to activate Secure Folder to protect your private data and apps, and choose to get weather forecasts based on your location.
3.Tap Finish. Your setup is now complete. Follow the prompts to learn about basic tap menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.
Your phone is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access additional options through the Apps screen or through Settings.
Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your phone. However, to download apps from Google Play, you must link your phone to a Google Account.
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The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.
The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.
Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the Apps list.
1.From any screen press Home to display the home screen.
2.Tap Apps to display the Apps list.
For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.
Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
■Tap Back to return to the previous screen.
Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key.
■Tap Recent Apps to view a list of recently used applications.
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You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
■From home, tap Apps > Settings
.
– or –
Pull down the status bar and tap Settings .
The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.
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Turn Screen Rotation On or Off
1.Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu.
2.Tap Auto rotate to turn the option off, or tap Portrait
to turn the option on.
You can use your phone’s power and home keys to capture screenshots.
■Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen.
The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s
Gallery. From home, tap Apps > Gallery
.
The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your phone.
All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the Apps list.
1. From home, tap Apps .
The Apps list opens.
2.Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.
The application opens.
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