This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.
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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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manual, refer to the Samsung website,
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provider.
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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.
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registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.
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are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
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use of media.
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downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.
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About this manual
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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
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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Trademarks
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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
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Table of Contents
Getting started
7 Device layout
8 Buttons
9 Package contents
10 Installing the SIM or USIM card and
battery
13 Charging the battery
16 Inserting a memory card
18 Turning the device on and off
19 Holding the device
19 Locking and unlocking the device
19 Adjusting the volume
19 Switching to silent mode
35 Entering text
37 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
38 Setting up accounts
39 Transferring files
40 Securing the device
41 Upgrading the device
Communication
43 Phone
49 Contacts
53 Messages
54 Email
56 Google Mail
58 Hangouts
Basics
20 Indicator icons
21 Using the touch screen
24 Control motions
26 Using Multi window
30 Notifications
31 Home screen
33 Applications screen
34 Using applications
35 Help
58 Google+
59 Photos
Web & network
60 Internet
61 Chrome
62 Bluetooth
63 Screen Mirroring
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Media
64 Music
66 Camera
71 Gallery
74 Video
75 YouTube
Application & media stores
76 Play Store
77 Samsung GALAXY Apps
77 Play Books
78 Play Movies & TV
78 Play Music
Travel & local
93 Maps
Settings
94 About Settings
94 Connections
98 Device
104 General
109 Applications
114 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
78 Play Games
78 Play Newsstand
Utilities
79 Memo
80 S Planner
82 Dropbox
83 Cloud
84 Drive
84 Hancom Office Viewer
87 Clock
89 Calculator
89 Google
90 Voice Search
90 My Files
92 Smart Tutor
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Getting started
Microphone
Rear camera
Device layout
Proximity/Light sensor
Earpiece
Touch screen
Home button
Recent apps button
Front camera
Power button
Volume button
Back button
Multipurpose jack
GPS antenna
NFC antenna
Speaker
Headset jack
Flash
Back cover
Main antenna
Microphone
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Getting started
The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or
take videos.
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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.
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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
Maintaining water and dust resistance
This device is resistant to water and dust when all compartments are closed tightly. Follow
these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device.
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Do not immerse the device in water for extended periods or use it in the rain.
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Do not expose the device to salt water or ionised water, or to high water pressures.
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If the device gets wet, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.
Buttons
ButtonFunction
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Power
Recent apps
Home
Back
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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.
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Press to open the list of recent applications.
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Press to return to the Home screen.
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Press and hold to launch Google search.
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Press to return to the previous screen.
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Press and hold to activate or deactivate Multi window.
Volume
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Press to adjust the device volume.
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Getting started
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Device
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Battery
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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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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
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Some accessories, such as docking devices, may not have the same water- and
dust-resistance certification.
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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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Getting started
Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the
included battery.
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Only microSIM cards work with the device.
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Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For
details about service availability, contact your service provider.
Remove the back cover.
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Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
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Getting started
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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.
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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.
Insert the battery.
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Replace the back cover.
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Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly.
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Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device.
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Align
Press
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Getting started
Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Remove the back cover.
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Pull out the battery.
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Pull out the SIM or USIM card.
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Getting started
Installing the protective case
Insert the top of the device into the case, and then press the other side of the case firmly to
install it.
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To remove the protective case from the device, twist the top edge of the case until the device
protrudes from it. Then remove the device from the case.
Charging the battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
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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 applications at once, network applications, or applications
that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid
disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer, always use
these applications after fully charging the battery.
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Getting started
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.
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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
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Getting started
Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:
ChargingFully charged
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options
and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:
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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.
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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the brightness of the display.
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Getting started
Inserting a memory card
Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.
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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the
memory card.
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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
Remove the back cover and battery.
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Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
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SD card
folder.
Replace the battery and back cover.
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Getting started
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap
→
Settings
Remove the back cover and battery.
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Pull out the memory card.
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Replace the battery and back cover.
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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.
→
General
→
Storage
→
Unmount SD card
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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
Format SD card
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.
→
Erase everything
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Settings
→
General
.
→
Storage
→
Format SD card
→
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Getting started
Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
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Press and hold the Power button and tap
features.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap
Flight mode
to disable the wireless
Power off
.
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Getting started
Holding the device
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.
Locking and unlocking the device
When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is
turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.
Adjusting the volume
Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.
Switching to silent mode
Use one of the following methods:
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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to vibrate mode.
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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap
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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap
Mute
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Sound
.
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Basics
Indicator icons
The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the
device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.
IconMeaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
LTE network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS activated
Call in progress
Missed call
Synced with the web
Connected to computer
No SIM or USIM card
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Vibration mode activated
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IconMeaning
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
Using the touch screen
Use only fingers to use the touch screen.
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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
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To avoid damaging the touch screen, 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 touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.
Finger gestures
Tapping
To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.
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Basics
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.
Dragging
To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the
target position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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Flicking
Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up
or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.
Pinching
Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
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Control motions
Simple motions allow easy control of the device.
Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control
motions properly.
Rotating the screen
Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.
To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect
Screen rotation
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Some applications do not allow screen rotation.
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Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation.
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Basics
Sweeping
Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in
→
→
applications.
Album
→
Screenshots
. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some
Covering
Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.
Gallery
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Basics
Using Multi window
Use this feature to run multiple applications on the screen at the same time.
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Only applications on the Multi window tray can run.
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This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
To use Multi window, on the Home screen, tap
and then drag the
Multi window
switch to the right.
→
Settings
→
Device
→
Multi window
Using a split screen Multi window
Use this feature to run applications in a split screen.
Launching applications in a split screen Multi window
Drag your finger from the right edge of the screen towards the middle of the screen.
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Alternatively, tap and hold
The Multi window tray appears at the right side of the screen.
.
,
Multi window
tray
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Basics
Tap and hold an application icon on the Multi window tray, and then drag it to the screen.
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Release the application icon when the screen turns blue.
Tap and hold another application icon on the Multi window tray, and then drag it to a
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new location.
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Basics
Sharing content between applications
You can easily share content between applications, such as
and dropping them.
Some applications may not support this feature.
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Launch
Email
and
Internet
in a split screen Multi window.
Email
and
Internet
Access the Multi window
options
, by dragging
Tap the circle between the application windows, and then tap .
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Tap the circle between application windows to access the following options:
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: Switch locations between Multi window applications.
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: Share items, such as images, text, or links, between application windows by
dragging and dropping them.
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: Maximise the window.
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: Close the application.
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Basics
Tap and hold an item in the Internet window and drag it to a location in the Email
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window.
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Notifications
Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new
messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open
the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel,
drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.
From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the
status bar, and then tap
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Wi-Fi
: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
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Location
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Sound
device in silent mode.
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Screen rotation
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Bluetooth
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Mobile data
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U. power saving
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Multi window
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Toolbox
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Mobile hotspot
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Screen Mirroring
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S Beam
: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
/
Vibrate
: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
: Set the device to use the toolbox.
: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature.
/
Mute
: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.
: Activate or deactivate the data connection.
: Activate or deactivate ultra power-saving mode.
: Set the device to use Multi window.
: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.
: Activate or deactivate the screen mirroring feature.
to use the following options:
: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your
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NFC
: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature.
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Sync
: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
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Reading mode
protect your eyes when reading at night. To select which applications will be used for, tap
Settings
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Smart stay
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Power saving
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Blocking mode
block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap
→
Blocking mode
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: Activate or deactivate reading mode. In reading mode, the device helps
Device
: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature.
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Display and wallpaper
: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.
: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will
.
→
Reading mode
.
Settings
→
Device
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