Samsung SM-T597W User Manual

Download

SM-T597W

User Manual

English (EU). 05/2018. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Basics

4 Read me first

6 Device overheating situations and

solutions

9 Device layout and functions

15 Battery

18 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

21 Memory card (microSD card)

24 Turning the device on and off

25 Initial setup

27 Samsung account

29 Transferring data from your previous

device

33 Understanding the screen

45 Notification panel

47 Entering text

Apps and features

50 Installing or uninstalling apps

52 S Pen features

64 Bixby

75 Phone

80 Contacts

84 Messages

86 Internet

88 Email

89 Camera

103 Gallery

109 Multi window

114 Samsung Members

115 Samsung Notes

121 PENUP

125 Calendar

127 Samsung Flow

128 My Files

128 Clock

130 Calculator

131 Game Launcher

134 SmartThings

138 Sharing content

139 Samsung DeX

146 Connecting to an external display

147 Google apps

Table of Contents

Settings

149 Introduction

149 Connections

150 Wi-Fi

152 Bluetooth

154 Data saver

154 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering

155 More connection settings

157 Sounds and vibration

158 Dolby Atmos (surround sound)

159 Notifications

159 Display

160 Blue light filter

161 Changing the screen mode or

adjusting the display colour

190 Google

191 Accessibility

192 General management

193 Software update

194 User manual

194 About tablet

Appendix

195 Troubleshooting

201 Removing the battery

162 Screensaver

163 Wallpaper

163 Advanced features

164 Device maintenance

167 Apps

167 Lock screen

168 Smart Lock

168 Biometrics and security

170 Intelligent Scan

172 Face recognition

175 Iris recognition

180 Samsung Pass

183 Secure Folder

188 Cloud and accounts

189 Users

Basics

Read me first

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

•

Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

•

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

•

Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.

•

.PEJGZJOHUIFEFWJDFTPQFSBUJOHTZTUFNPSJOTUBMMJOHTPGUXBSFTGSPNVOPGGJDJBMTPVSDFT NBZSFTVMUJOEFWJDFNBMGVODUJPOTBOEEBUBDPSSVQUJPOPSMPTT5IFTFBDUJPOTBSFWJPMBUJPOT PGZPVS4BNTVOHMJDFODFBHSFFNFOUBOEXJMMWPJEZPVSXBSSBOUZ

•M

odifying 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.

Basics

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

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

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Basics

Device overheating situations and solutions

When the device heats up while charging the battery

While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot, the charger may stop charging.

Do the following when the device heats up:

•

Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.

•

If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved one.

•

When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects, magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.

The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supported models.

When the device heats up during use

When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while.

The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.

•

During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data

•

When downloading large files

Basics

•

When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods

–

When playing high-quality games for extended periods

–

When recording videos for extended periods

–

When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting

–

When connecting to a TV

•

While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)

–

When using Multi window

–

When updating or installing apps while recording videos

–

When downloading large files during a video call

–

When recording videos while using a navigation app

•

When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts

•

When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight

•

When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature

•

When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception

•

When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable

•

When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead

•

When you are roaming

Do the following when the device heats up:

•

Keep the device updated with the latest software.

•

Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.

•

Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.

•

Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when not in use.

•

Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.

•

Decrease the screen brightness.

•

If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.

Basics

Device limitations when the device overheats

When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.

•

If the device becomes hotter than usual, a device overheating message will appear. To lower the device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be limited and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and you will only be able to make emergency calls until the device cools down.

•

If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, a power off message will appear. Turn off the device, and wait until it cools down.

Precautions for operating environment

Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.

•

Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.

•

Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.

•

Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a car in the summertime.

•

Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating mat.

•

Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high pressure containers.

•

Never use a damaged charger or battery.

Basics

Device layout and functions

Package contents

Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.

•

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

•

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

•

Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

•

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

•

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

•

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

Basics

Microphone

Front camera

Main antenna

Device layout

Proximity/Light sensor

Speaker

Iris recognition LED

Iris recognition camera

Keyboard dock port

Power key

Volume key

Microphone

Touchscreen

SIM card / Memory card tray

Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)

Rear camera

GPS antenna

Flash

SpeakerSpeaker

Earphone jack

Basics

The device and the Keyboard Cover (sold separately) contain magnets. The American Heart Association (US) and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (UK) both warn that magnets can affect the operation of implanted pacemakers, cardioverters, defibrillators, insulin pumps or other electro medical devices (collectively, “Medical Device”) within the range of 15 cm (6 inches). If you are a user of any of these Medical Devices, DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE AND THE KEYBOARD COVER (SOLD SEPARATELY) UNLESS YOU HAVE CONSULTED WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.

When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.

•

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

–

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

–

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

–

If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection

•

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

•

Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with screen accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.

•

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

Basics

Back button

Home button

Recents button

Show and hide

button

Hard keys

Key Function

•

Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

•

Press to turn on or lock the screen.

Power key

Volume key

Volume

•

Press to adjust the device volume.

Soft buttons

When you turn on the device, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. Refer to

Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

Basics

S Pen

S Pen button

S Pen nib

Tweezers

Name Functions

•

Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen.

S Pen nib

•

Hover the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature.

•

Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to display the Air command features.

S Pen button

•

While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over items to select them.

Tweezers

•

Remove the S Pen nib with the tweezers when replacing the nib.

Basics

Replacing the S Pen nib

If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one.

Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it.

Insert a new nib into the S Pen.

Basics

Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers.

•

Do not reuse old nibs. Doing so may cause the S Pen to malfunction.

•

Do not press the nib excessively when inserting the nib into the S Pen.

•

Do not insert the round end of the nib into the S Pen. Doing so may cause damage to the S Pen or your device.

•

Do not bend or apply excessive pressure with the S Pen while using it. The S Pen may be damaged or the nib may be deformed.

•

Do not hard press on the screen with the S Pen. The pen nib may be deformed.

•

If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen, the device may not recognise the S Pen actions.

•

For more information about the S Pen, visit the Samsung website.

•

If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre.

Battery

Charging the battery

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

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

•

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

•

Use only USB Type-C cable supplied with the device. The device may be damaged if you use Micro USB cable.

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.

Basics

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor.

Plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack.

Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the device. Then, unplug the charger

from the electric socket.

Reducing the battery consumption

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

•

Optimise the device using the device maintenance feature.

•

When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Power key.

•

Activate power saving mode.

•

Close unnecessary apps.

•

Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

•

Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

•

Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.

•

Decrease the backlight time.

•

Decrease the screen brightness.

Basics

Battery charging tips and precautions

•

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

•

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.

•

If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging.

•

If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.

•

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

Basics

Fast charging

The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.

Increasing the charging speed

To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery. While charging the battery when the device is turned off, the

If the fast charging feature is not activated, launch the

→

Battery

activate it.

→ →

•

You cannot use the built-in fast charging feature when you charge the battery using a standard battery charger.

•

If the device heats up or the ambient air temperature rises, the charging speed may decrease automatically. This is a normal operating condition to prevent damage to the device.

Advanced settings

, and then tap the

Settings

Fast cable charging

icon appears on the screen.

app, tap

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Installing the SIM or USIM card

Device maintenance

switch to

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

•

Use only a nano-SIM card.

•

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.

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

Basics

Place the device with the bottom facing upwards.

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

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

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

Basics

Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.

Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.

If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

•

If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.

•

Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

Removing the SIM or USIM card

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

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

Remove the SIM or USIM card.

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

Basics

Memory card (microSD card)

Installing a memory card

Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.

•

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.

•

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

•

The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognise the card. To use the memory card, you must format it. If your device cannot format or recognise the memory card, contact the memory card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre.

•

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

•

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

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

Basics

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

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

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be disabled.

Basics

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

Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.

If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the tray.

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

•

If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.

•

Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

Removing the memory card

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

Launch the

→

SD card

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

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

Remove the memory card.

Settings

→

UNMOUNT

app and tap

Device maintenance

→

Storage

→ →

Storage settings

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from the misuse of external storage devices.

Basics

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.

Launch the

→

SD card

Settings

→

Format

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

app and tap

Device maintenance

→

Storage

→ →

Storage settings

Turning the device on and off

Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap

Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

Power off

Restarting the device

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

Power key

Volume Down key

Basics

Initial setup

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.

The initial setup procedures may vary depending on the device’s software and your region.

Turn on the device.

Select your preferred device language and select .

Select a language.

Select a Wi-Fi network and connect to it.

If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device features during the initial setup.

Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.

Set a screen lock method to protect your device. You can protect your personal

information by preventing others from accessing your device. To set the screen lock method later, tap

No, thank you

Basics

up to date and secure across all of your devices. Refer to Samsung account for more information.

Select features you want to use and complete the initial setup.

The Home screen will appear.

Basics

Samsung account

Introduction

Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can keep your data up to date and secure across your Samsung devices with Samsung Cloud, track and control your lost or stolen device, see tips and tricks from Samsung Members, and more.

Create your Samsung account with your email address.

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

account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, launch the

and tap

Cloud and accounts

→

Accounts

→

Samsung account

→ →

Help

Registering your Samsung account

Registering a new Samsung account

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

Launch the

Tap

2 3

Samsung account

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

Settings

app and tap

→

CREATE ACCOUNT

Cloud and accounts

→

Accounts

→

Add account

Settings

app

Basics

Registering an existing Samsung account

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

Launch the

Tap

2 3

4 5

Samsung account

Enter your email address and password, and then tap

If you forget your account information, tap account information when you enter the required information.

If you want to verity your Samsung account password via your biometric data, such as irises, tap Refer to Samsung Pass for more information.

Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap

Tap

DONE

Settings

Verify identity with biometrics instead of password using Samsung Pass

to finish registering your Samsung account.

app and tap

→

Cloud and accounts

Find ID

AGREE

→

Accounts

Reset password

→

Add account

. You can find your

Removing your Samsung account

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

Launch the

Tap

Samsung account

REMOVE

Settings

, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap

app and tap

→ →

Remove account

Cloud and accounts

→

Accounts

CONFIRM

Basics

Transferring data from your previous device

You can restore your data, such as images, contacts, messages, and apps from Samsung Cloud. You can also copy them from your previous device via Smart Switch.

•

This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.

•

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

Smart Switch

Transfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. To use Smart Switch, launch the

Settings

download it from

app and tap

Galaxy Apps

Cloud and accounts

Play Store

→

Smart Switch

. If you do not have the app,

Transferring data from a mobile device

Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.

Basics

On the previous device, launch Smart Switch.

If you do not have the app, download it from

On your device, launch the

Place the devices near each other.

On the previous device, tap

On your device, tap

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

WIRELESS

Settings

WIRELESS

→

app and tap

RECEIVE

→

Galaxy Apps

Cloud and accounts

SEND

and select the previous device type.

Play Store

Transferring data using external storage

Transfer data using external storage, such as a microSD card.

Transfer data from your previous device to external storage.

→

Smart Switch

Insert or connect the external storage device to your device.

On your device, launch the

→

EXTERNAL STORAGE

Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from external storage.

Settings

→

RESTORE

app and tap

Cloud and accounts

→

Smart Switch

Basics

Transferring backup data from a computer

Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.

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

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

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

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

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

Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.

Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.

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

Viewing imported data

You can view the imported data on the same app from your previous device.

If your new device does not have the same apps to view or play the imported data, the data will be saved to a similar app. For example, if you import memos and your device does not have the Memo app, you can view the memos in the

Samsung Notes

app.

Basics

Samsung Cloud

Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your new device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer to Samsung account for more information.

Backing up data

On your previous device, sign in to your Samsung account.

Launch the

•

Settings

If your device supports Samsung Cloud, launch the

accounts

Back up

tap

The data backup method may vary depending on your model.

Some data will not be backed up. To check which data will be backed up, launch

Settings

the under

BACKUP AND RESTORE

app, select the backup option, and back up your data.

→

Samsung Cloud

, and then back up your data.

app, tap

Restoring data

On your new device, launch the

Cloud

Select your previous device under

, select your device under

Cloud and accounts

, and then tap

Settings

BACKUP AND RESTORE

app and tap

Settings

BACKUP AND RESTORE

→

Samsung Cloud

Back up

Cloud and accounts

and tap

app, tap

, select your device

Restore data

Cloud and

→

Samsung

Tick the data types you want to restore and tap

RESTORE

Basics

Syncing data

You can sync data saved in your device with Samsung Cloud and access it from other devices.

On your new device, launch the

Cloud

Tap →

Tap the switches next to the items you want to sync with.

Settings

→

Sync settings

Settings

app and tap

Cloud and accounts

→

Samsung

Checking data

You can check the saved items and used memory of your Samsung Cloud. Launch the

Settings

•

app and tap

You can immediately check your used memory and saved items, such as,

SAMSUNG NOTES

page. You can change the settings or check the saved data.

You can check the backup data in your Samsung account by using the

RESTORE

option. Select your device and tap

Cloud and accounts

, and

SAMSUNG CLOUD DRIVE

→

Samsung Cloud

Restore data

. Tap each card and enter the next

BACKUP AND

GALLERY

Understanding the screen

Controlling the touchscreen

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are outside of the touch input area.

•

It is recommended to use fingers or the S Pen when you use the touchscreen.

Basics

Tapping

Tap the screen.

Tapping and holding

Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds.

Dragging

Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position.

Basics

Double-tapping

Double-tap the screen.

Swiping

Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right.

Spreading and pinching

Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.

Basics

Navigation bar (soft buttons)

When you turn on the device, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app currently being used or usage environment.

Show and hide

button

Recents button

Back button

Home button

Button Function

Show and hide

Recents

•

Double-tap to pin or hide the navigation bar.

•

Tap to open the list of recent apps.

•

Tap to return to the Home screen.

Home

•

Back

Tap and hold to launch the

•

Tap to return to the previous screen.

Google Assistant

app.

Displaying or hiding the navigation bar

Using the Show and hide button at the left side of the navigation bar, you can set the navigation bar to be hidden or pinned on the screen when you use apps or features. The navigation bar is pinned by default.

If you want to view files or use apps in full screen, double-tap the Show and hide button to hide the navigation bar.

To show the navigation bar again, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen.

•

On certain screens, such as the Home screen, the navigation bar will always be displayed and the Show and hide button will not appear.

•

Even after you pin the navigation bar, it can be hidden while using some apps or features, such as a video player.

Basics

Setting the navigation bar

Launch the

•

Show and hide button

Settings

app, tap

: Add a button to hide or pin the navigation bar. You can set

Display

→

Navigation bar

, and then select an option.

whether or not to display the button for each app.

•

BACKGROUND COLOUR

•

Button layout

: Change the order of the buttons on the navigation bar.

: Change the navigation bar’s background colour.

Home screen and Apps screen

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

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

A widget

An app

Bixby Home indicator. View

your customised content.

Navigation bar (soft buttons)

A folder

Screen indicators Favourite apps

Basics

Switching between Home and Apps screens

On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen.

To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, tap the Home button or the Back button.

Home screen Apps screen

If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area and tap

→

Apps button

bottom of the Home screen.

→

Show Apps button

→

APPLY

. The Apps button will be added at the

Home screen settings

Apps button

Moving items

Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen, and then drag it to the top or bottom of the screen. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home screen.

You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.

Basics

Creating folders

Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over

another app.

Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.

A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap enter a folder name.

•

Adding more apps

Tap

ADD APPS

by dragging it to the folder.

on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap

Enter folder name

ADD

. You can also add an app

and

•

Moving apps from a folder

Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.

•

Deleting a folder

Tap and hold a folder, and then tap folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.

Delete folder

. Only the folder will be deleted. The

Basics

Editing the Home screen

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add, delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.

•

Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .

•

Moving panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

•

Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.

•

Wallpapers

•

Widgets

information and convenient access on your Home screen. Tap and hold a widget, and then drag it to the Home screen. The widget will be added on the Home screen.

•

Home screen settings

: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.

: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide

: Change the Home screen settings.

Displaying all apps on the Home screen

Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap

→

settings

You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.

Home screen layout

→

Home screen only

→

APPLY

Home screen

Basics

Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

Icon Meaning

No signal

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

LTE network connected

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

Location services being used

Call in progress

Missed call

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery charging

Battery power level

Basics

Lock screen

Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.

If the screen is off, press the Power key or double-tap anywhere on the screen to turn on the screen.

Locked screen

Basics

Changing the screen lock method

To change the screen lock method, launch the

, and then select a method.

type

When you set a pattern, PIN, password, face, or iris for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

•

Swipe

•

Pattern

•

Password

the screen.

•

None

•

Intelligent Scan

more conveniently. Refer to Intelligent Scan for more information.

•

Face

information.

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

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

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

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

: Do not set a screen lock method.

: Register both your face and irises to the device to unlock the screen

: Register your face to unlock the screen. Refer to Face recognition for more

Settings

app, tap

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

•

Iris

: Register your irises to unlock the screen. Refer to Iris recognition for more

information.

You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the app, tap screen lock method, and then tap the

Lock screen

→

Secure lock settings

, unlock the screen using the preset

Auto factory reset

Settings

switch to activate it.

Basics

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.

Capturing a screenshot

Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in

Gallery

•

After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the screen:

Key capture: Press and hold the Volume Down key and the Power key simultaneously.

Swipe capture: Swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen.

Air command capture: Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to open the Air command panel, and then tap information.

•

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

•

If capturing a screenshot by swiping is not activated, launch the

Advanced features

, and then tap the

Screen write

Palm swipe to capture

. Refer to Screen write for more

Settings

switch to activate it.

app, tap

•

Bixby Vision

This option is not supported when you capture a screenshot using the feature.

•

Scroll capture

page, such as a webpage. When you tap scroll down and more content will be captured.

•

Draw

: Write or draw on the screenshot. Refer to Screen write for more information.

•

Crop

: Crop a portion from the screenshot. The cropped area will be saved in

•

: Share the screenshot with others.

If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the

Advanced features

: Recognise content using Bixby Vision and search for relevant information.

: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated

Scroll capture

, and then tap the

Smart capture

, the screen will automatically

switch to activate it.

Screen write

Settings

Gallery

app, tap

Basics

Launch Settings.

Notification panel

When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.

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

You can open the notification panel, even on the locked screen.

You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

View the notification details

and perform various actions.

Access the notification

settings.

Quick setting buttons

Clear all notifications.

Basics

Using quick setting buttons

Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons.

To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.

To rearrange buttons, tap another location.

→

Button order

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

Basics

View more keyboard

Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more.

•

When the keyboard is opened for the first time, the keyboard setup screen will appear. Set the input language, keyboard type, and keyboard settings and then tap

START

•

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.

Additional keyboard

Enter uppercase. For all caps,

functions

tap it twice.

Enter symbols.

functions.

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Move the cursor.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap → languages to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input

Languages and types

→

MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES

, and then select the

languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.

Changing the keyboard

Tap

To change the keyboard type, tap select the keyboard type you want.

to change the keyboard.

→

Languages and types

If the keyboard button ( ) does not appear on the navigation bar, launch the

Settings Show Keyboard button

app, tap

General management

switch to activate it.

→

Language and input

, select a language, and then

, and then tap the

Basics

View information about editing handwriting.

Switch to the standard

keyboard.

Additional keyboard functions

•

: Predict words based on your input and show word suggestions. To return to the

keyboard functions list, tap

•

: Enter emoticons.

•

: Enter stickers.

•

: Attach animated GIFs.

•

: Enter text by voice.

•

: Change the keyboard settings.

•

→ : Switch to handwriting mode.

You can quickly switch to handwriting mode by hovering the S Pen over the text field and tapping

Advanced features

tap

. If this feature is not activated, launch the

→

S Pen

, and then tap the

Direct pen input

Settings

switch to

app,

activate it.

•

→ : Create a live message. Instead of a text message, record your actions while handwriting or drawing a message and save it as an animated file. Refer to Live message for more information.

•

→ : Add an item from the clipboard.

→ : Switch to the floating or split keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location by dragging the tab.

Basics

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text.

Drag or to select the desired text, or tap

Tap

Copy

Cut

The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

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

To paste text that you have previously copied, tap

Select all

Paste

Clipboard

to select all text.

and select the text.

Dictionary

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

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

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

Tap

Dictionary

on the options list.

or to select the desired text.

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

View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window.

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

Search Web

to use the word as a search term.

. Tap the definition on the screen to view more to add the word to your favourite words list or tap

Move to Manage dictionaries

→

Apps and features

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Apps

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

Open the

Samsung

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

folder and launch the

Galaxy Apps

app.

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or tap the search field to search for a keyword.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

To change the auto update settings, tap →

then select an option.

Settings

→

Auto update apps

INSTALL

. To purchase

, and

Play Store

Purchase and download apps.

Launch the

Play Store

app.

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

To change the auto update settings, tap →

then select an option.

Settings

→

INSTALL

Auto-update apps

. To purchase

, and

Apps and features

Managing apps

Uninstalling or disabling apps

Tap and hold an app and select an option.

•

Disable

•

Uninstall

Enabling apps

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

: Uninstall downloaded apps.

Launch the

Settings

app, tap

Apps

→ →

Disabled

, select an app, and then tap

ENABLE

Setting app permissions

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

To view your app permission settings, launch the and tap

To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the and tap grant permissions.

Permissions

Apps

→ →

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

function properly.

. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.

App permissions

ALLOW

on the pop-up window to grant permissions to

Settings

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

app and tap

Apps

. Select an app

Settings

app

Apps and features

S Pen features

Air command

Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used apps.

To open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button. You can also tap the Air command icon with the S Pen.

Drag upwards or downwards on the Air command panel and select a function or app you want.

Air command settings

Create note

View all notes

Smart select

Screen write

Live message

Translate

Air command icon

Bixby Vision

Adding shortcuts to the Air command panel

Add shortcuts to frequently used apps or functions to the Air command panel.

On the Air command panel, tap

Add shortcuts

and select apps or functions to open from the

panel.

Alternatively, open the Air command panel and tap

→

Shortcuts

Apps and features

S Pen features

Activate various S Pen features from the Air command panel. The shortcuts that do not appear on the panel by default can be added by using the

•

Create note Notes

•

View all notes

•

Smart select

saving. Refer to Smart select for more information.

•

Screen write

captured image. You can also capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page, such as a webpage. Refer to Screen write for more information.

•

Live message

your actions while handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an animated file. Refer to Live message for more information.

•

Translate

information.

•

Bixby Vision

app. Refer to Create note for more information.

: Create notes easily in a pop-up window without launching the

: View all notes in the

: Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or

: Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the

: Instead of text message, create and send a unique message by recording

: Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. Refer to Translate for more

: Use the Bixby Vision features to search for similar images, locations, or wine

Samsung Notes

Add shortcuts

app.

feature.

Samsung

information or detect and translate text. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information.

•

Add shortcuts

: Add shortcuts to frequently used apps to the Air command panel.

Air command icon

When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen.

To move the icon, drag

If the Air command icon does not appear on the screen, launch the

Advanced features

→

to a new location.

S Pen

, and then tap the

Floating icon

Settings

switch to activate it.

app, tap

Apps and features

Eraser mode

Create note

Create notes easily in a pop-up window without launching the

Open the Air command panel and tap

while pressing and holding the S Pen button.

The note screen will appear as a pop-up window.

Create a note using the S Pen.

Pen mode

Undo

Redo

Create note

. Alternatively, double-tap the screen

Samsung Notes

app.

When you are finished composing the note, tap

The note will be saved in

Samsung Notes

SAVE

Apps and features

Smart select

Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. You can also select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF animation.

When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air

command panel and tap

Select a desired shape icon on the toolbar and drag the S Pen across the content you

want to select.

Smart select

Auto select

Tap

If text is included in the selected area, tap the selected area.

To pin the selected area at the top of the screen, tap

to automatically reshape the selected area.

Extract text

to recognise and extract text from

Pin to screen

Select an option to use with the selected area.

•

Bixby Vision

information.

•

Draw

•

Save

: Write or draw on the selected area.

: Share the selected area with others.

: Save the selected area in

: Recognise content using Bixby Vision and search for relevant

Gallery

Apps and features

Capturing an area from a video

While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation.

When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air

command panel and tap

Smart select

On the toolbar, tap

Adjust the position and size of the capturing area.

Adjust the position.

Tap

RECORD

•

Before capturing a video, make sure that the video is playing.

to start capturing.

Animation

Drag a corner of the frame to resize.

Select a quality.

•

The maximum duration you can capture an area of the video for will be displayed on the screen.

•

When capturing an area from a video, its sound will not be recorded.

Tap

5 6

STOP

Select an option to use with the selected area.

•

Draw

the file.

•

Save

to stop capturing.

: Write or draw on the selected area. Tap

: Share the selected area with others.

: Save the selected area in

Gallery

Preview

to view the result before saving

Apps and features

Redo

Screen write

Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image.

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

When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap

write

The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears.

If you capture the content on an elongated page, such as a webpage, tap

to capture the hidden content. Tap complete, and then tap

Write a memo on the screenshot.

Undo

Pen mode

Eraser mode

DONE

SCROLL CAPTURE

repeatedly until screen capture is

Screen

Scroll capture

Apps and features

Select an option to use with the screenshot.

•

Crop

•

Save

: Crop a portion of the screenshot. Only the cropped area will be saved in

: Share the screenshot with others.

: Save the screenshot in

Gallery

Live message

Instead of a text message, create and send a unique message by recording your actions while handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an animated file.

When you want to send an animated message while composing a message, open the

Air command panel and tap keyboard.

Live message

. Alternatively, tap → on the Samsung

The live message window will appear.

Customise pen settings and background image.

•

: Change the writing effect.

: Change the pen’s radius.

: Change the pen’s colour.

: Change the background colour.

: Change the background image.

Apps and features

Write or draw on the live message window.

Open your live

messages list.

Customise pen

settings.

Change the

background

colour.

Change the

background

image.

When you are finished, tap

The live message will be saved in

DONE

and send the message.

Gallery

as an animated GIF file and it will be attached to

Progress bar

Preview.

Start over.

Undo

the current message.

You can also share live messages using other sharing methods.

•

Select a live message in

•

On other screens rather than the message composition screen, open the Air command, tap

Live message

Gallery

and tap .

, create a live message, and then tap

Apps and features

Text selecting

Translate

Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate. The units included in the text will also be converted.

•

To use this feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

•

This feature does not support some languages.

•

This feature is available only when detectable text is on the screen.

When there are text you want to translate, open the Air command panel and tap

Translate

Select the languages on the translator panel at the top of the screen.

You can change the text between words and sentences by tapping

Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate or the unit you want to convert.

The translated text will appear above the original text. To listen to the pronunciation of the original text, tap

The icon may not appear depending on the language you select.

granularity (word

or sentence)

Select languages.

Translation result

or .

To close the translator, tap

on the translator panel.

Apps and features

Bixby Vision

When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognised and available search icons will appear. Use the features to search for similar images, locations, or wine information, detect and translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information.

When there is an image you want to search for relevant information or extract text from,

open the Air command panel and tap

Hover the S Pen over the content you want.

When the content is recognised, the available search icons will appear.

Bixby Vision

Select an icon you want.

To close Bixby Vision, tap on the Bixby Vision panel.

Apps and features

Air view

Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a popup window.

In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window.

Action buttons

If this feature is not activated, launch the

, and then tap the

Pen

Air view

switch to activate it.

Settings

app, tap

Advanced features

→

Pen Select

While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item lists to select multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the selected items or text into another app or share them with others.

Apps and features

Screen off memo

You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it.

If this feature is not activated, launch the

, and then tap the

Pen

Screen off memo

Settings

switch to activate it.

app, tap

Creating a screen off memo

When the screen is off, hover the S Pen over the screen, press the

Write or draw a memo.

To extend the page, tap

To save the memo, tap

→

Screen off memo

SAVE IN NOTES

. The memo will be saved to

Advanced features

S Pen

button.

Samsung Notes

→

Apps and features

Bixby

Introduction

Bixby is a new interface that can communicate with you and it provides services that help you to use your tablet more conveniently.

•

Bixby Home: You can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.

•

Bixby Vision

using the Bixby Vision features.

•

Reminder

•

To use the Bixby feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile

: You can easily search for relevant information about objects or locations

: You can create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later.

network.

•

To use the Bixby feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.

Starting Bixby

When you launch Bixby for the first time, the Bixby intro page will appear. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account according to the on-screen instructions and agree to the terms and conditions.

Swipe to the right on the Home screen.

Check the Bixby intro page and tap

Tap

If you are already signed in, this step will not appear.

and follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Samsung account.

START

Tap

4 5

DONE

Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap

The Bixby Home screen will appear.

to finish registering your Samsung account.

Apps and features

Bixby Home

On the Bixby Home screen, you can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.

Opening Bixby Home

Swipe to the right on the Home screen.

The Bixby Home screen will appear.

Swipe upwards or downwards to view recommended content.

Access additional options.

Upcoming reminder

Phone

Introduction

Make or answer voice and video calls.

Making calls

Launch the

If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap

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

Create a new contact.

Preview the phone number.

Phone

app and enter a phone number.

to open the keypad.

Add the number to an existing contact.

Delete a preceding character.

Hide the keypad.

Apps and features

Making calls from call logs or contacts list

Tap

RECENTS

make a call.

CONTACTS

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

If this feature is deactivated, launch the

Swipe to call or send messages

the

Settings

switch to activate it.

app, tap

Advanced features

, and then tap

Using speed dial

Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.

To set a number to speed dial, tap dial number, and then add a phone number.

To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.

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

CONTACTS

→ →

Speed dial numbers

, select a speed

Making calls from the locked screen

On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.

Making an international call

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

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.

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

Apps and features

Receiving calls

Answering a call

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

Rejecting a call

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

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the You can send a text message or a sticker to reject a call. If reminder will be saved to alert you of the rejected call one hour later.

To create various rejection messages, launch the

decline messages

, enter a message, and then tap .

Phone

app, tap →

SEND MESSAGE

Add reminder

Settings

bar upwards.

is selected, a

→

Quick

Missed calls

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

Phone

app and tap

RECENTS

to view missed

Blocking phone numbers

Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.

Launch the

Phone

app and tap →

Settings

→

Block numbers

Tap , select contacts, and then tap

To manually enter a number, tap tap

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

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

Block unknown callers

switch to activate the feature.

DONE

Enter phone number

, enter a phone number, and then

Apps and features

Options during calls

If the area around the rear camera is covered, unwanted noises may incur during

a call. Remove accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers, around the rear

camera area.

During a voice call

The following actions are available:

•

VOLUME

•

: Access additional options.

•

Add call

call, the first call will be resumed.

: Adjust the volume.

: Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you end the second

•

Extra volume

•

Bluetooth

•

Hold

: Hold a call. Tap

•

Mute

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

•

Keypad

•

: End the current call.

: Increase the volume.

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

Resume

Hide

: Open or close the keypad.

to retrieve the held call.

During a video call

Tap the screen to use the following options:

•

VOLUME

•

: Access additional options.

•

Camera

•

Switch

•

: End the current call.

: Adjust the volume.

: Turn off the camera so that the other party cannot see you.

: Switch between the front and rear cameras.

•

Mute

•

Bluetooth

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

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

Apps and features

Adding a phone number to Contact

Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad

Launch the

Enter the number.

If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap

Tap

CREATE CONTACT

number to an existing contact.

Phone

app.

to create a new contact, or tap

to open the keypad.

UPDATE EXISTING

Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list

Launch the

Tap the contact.

Tap

Create contact

an existing contact.

Phone

app and tap

to create a new contact, or tap

RECENTS

Update existing

to add the

to add the number to

Adding a tag to a phone number

You can add tags to numbers without saving them to Contact. This allows you to view the caller’s information when they call without having them listed in Contact.

Launch the

Tap the contact.

Tap

Add tag

When a call comes from that number, the tag will show under the number.

Phone

, enter a tag, and then tap

app and tap

RECENTS

DONE

Apps and features

Contacts

Introduction

Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.

Adding contacts

Creating a new contact

Launch the

Enter contact information.

Select a storage location.

Contacts

app, tap , and then select a storage location.

Add an image.

Enter contact information.

Open more information fields.

Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save

may vary.

Tap

SAVE

Apps and features

Importing contacts

Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.

Launch the

IMPORT

Select a storage location to import contacts from.

Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap

Select a storage location to save contacts to and tap

Contacts

app and tap →

Manage contacts

DONE

IMPORT

→

Import/Export contacts

Synching contacts with your web accounts

Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your Samsung account.

Launch the

sync with.

Settings

app, tap

Cloud and accounts

→

Accounts

and select the account to

→

Tap

Sync account

For the Samsung account, tap it.

and tap the

Sync Contacts

→

Sync settings

switch to activate it.

and tap the

Contacts

switch to activate

Apps and features

Searching for contacts

Launch the

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Drag a finger along the index at the left side of the contacts list to scroll through it quickly.

•

Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.

Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:

•

Contacts

: Add to favourite contacts.

/ : Make a voice or video call.

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

app.

Sharing contacts

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

Launch the

Select contacts and tap

Select a sharing method.

Contacts

app and tap →

Apps and features

Saving and sharing profile

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

•

The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

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

Launch the

Tap

2 3

EDIT

Tap →

To use the profile sharing feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view your contacts’ updated profile information in

To change the scope of contacts to share your profile with, tap to share, and then select an option.

Contacts

, edit your profile, and tap

Profile sharing

app and select your profile.

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

SAVE

Contacts

Share with

, select an item

Merging duplicate contacts

When you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline your contacts list.

Launch the

Tick contacts and tap

Contacts

app and tap →

MERGE

Manage contacts

→

Merge contacts

Deleting contacts

Launch the

Select contacts and tap

To delete contacts one by one, open the contacts list and tap a contact. Then tap

Contacts

app and tap →

DELETE

Delete

→

Delete

Apps and features

Enter stickers.

Messages

Introduction

Send and view messages by conversation.

Sending messages

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

Launch the

Add recipients and tap

Enter a message.

To record and send a voice message, tap and hold release your finger. The recording icon appears only while the keyboard is hidden.

Messages

Edit recipients.

app and tap .

START

, say your message, and then

Access additional options.

Make a call to the recipient.

Tap

Attach files.

Enter a message.

to send the message.

Send the message.

Apps and features

Viewing messages

Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

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

Launch the

On the messages list, select a contact.

View your conversation.

To reply to the message, tap

Messages

app and tap

Enter message

CONVERSATIONS

, enter a message, and then tap .

Blocking unwanted messages

Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.

Launch the

Block numbers

Tap

INBOX

To manually enter a number, tap

Messages

and select a contact. Or, tap

app and tap →

Enter number

Settings

CONTACTS

→

, enter a phone number, and then tap .

Block numbers and messages

, select contacts, and then tap

→

DONE

Setting the message notification

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

→

Launch the

activate it.

Change the notification settings.

Messages

app, tap

Settings

Setting a message reminder

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

reminder

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

Settings

→

Notifications

app, tap

, and then tap the switch to

Accessibility

Messages

→

Notification

switch to activate it.

Apps and features

Move between pages.

Access additional options.

Internet

Introduction

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

Browsing webpages

Open the

Tap the address field.

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

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

Samsung

Bookmark the current

Close the tab.

Open a new tab.

folder and launch the

webpage.

Internet

app.

View your bookmarks, saved webpages, and recent browsing history.

Open the homepage.

Refresh the current webpage.

Quick menu

Apps and features

Using secret mode

In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password and your irises.

Activating secret mode

Tap → use a password for secret mode.

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

Turn on Secret mode

In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.

. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to

Changing security settings

You can change your password or the lock method.

Tap

→

Settings

registered irises as the lock method along with the password, tap the it. Refer to Iris recognition for more information about using your irises.

→

Privacy

→

Secret mode security

→

Change password

Irises

Deactivating secret mode

Tap →

Turn off Secret mode

. To set your

switch to activate

Apps and features

Email

Setting up email accounts

Set up an email account when opening

Open the

Enter the email address and password, and then tap

To manually register an email account, tap

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

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

→ →

Samsung

Set default account

folder and launch the

→ →

for the first time.

MANUAL SETUP

app.

Add account

Sending emails

Tap to compose an email.

→

Add recipients and enter a subject line and text.

Tap

SEND

to send the mail.

Reading emails

When emails, swipe downwards on the top of the emails list.

Tap an email on the screen to read it.

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

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

tap

it.

→ → your account name, and then tap the

Sync account

switch to activate

Apps and features

Camera

Introduction

Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.

Camera etiquette

•

Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.

•

Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.

•

Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

Launching Camera

Launch the

•

Some methods may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

If photos you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.

Camera

app.

Apps and features

Basic shooting

Taking photos or recording videos

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

Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video.

Shooting modes

Current mode

Switch between the front and rear cameras.

Preview thumbnail

Take a photo.

Record a video.

Camera settings

Bixby Vision

Options for current shooting mode

•

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

•

To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .

•

To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To use auto focus mode, tap

on the adjustment bar towards or .

Apps and features

•

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

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.

•

Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in wide-angle photos or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.

•

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

Adding another camera button

Add another camera button to the location you want on the screen to capture photos more conveniently.

Drag

to the preview screen.

If another camera button is not added, tap on the preview screen and tap the

Floating Camera button

switch to activate it.

Apps and features

Setting the camera button action

You can take a series of photos or create an animated GIF by tapping and holding the camera button.

On the preview screen, tap use.

•

Take burst shot

•

Create GIF

This feature is available only in some shooting modes.

: Take a series of photos.

: Create an animated GIF with sequential photos you taken.

→

Hold Camera button to

and select an action you want to

Zooming in and out

Use various methods to zoom in or out.

•

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

•

Control the zoom with one finger. Drag on the zoom bar towards or .

Zooming features are available only when using the rear camera.

Using the focus and exposure features

You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.

Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.

This feature is available only in

AUTO

and

PRO

modes.

Apps and features

More fun with live stickers

Capture photos and videos with various live stickers. As you move your face, stickers will track with your movements. You can also record a lovely and funny sticker that keeps moving in a video.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Tap and select a sticker.

STICKERS

Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video.

Applying stickers randomly

You can apply stickers randomly, instead of selecting one from the stickers list.

Tap

Random

repeatedly until the sticker you want appears.

Apps and features

Using shooting modes

To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen.

Select a shooting mode you want.

You can edit the shooting modes list. On the preview screen, tap →

modes

. Alternatively, tap and hold the shooting modes list on the preview screen.

Edit camera

Auto mode

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

On the shooting modes list, tap

AUTO

Beauty mode

Take a photo with lightened skin tone and modified facial features.

On the shooting modes list, tap

To apply beauty effect, tap information.

BEAUTY

and select options. Refer to Applying beauty effects for more

Pro mode

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

On the shooting modes list, tap

to take a photo or tap to record a video.

PRO

. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap

Available options

•

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

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

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.

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

Apps and features

Panorama mode

Using panorama mode, take a series of photos and then stitch them together to create a wide scene.

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

•

Move the camera slowly in one direction.

•

Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will automatically stop taking photos.

•

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

On the shooting modes list, tap

Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.

Tap

Taking a motion panorama

You can take and view a panorama with motion.

On the panorama preview screen, make sure the motion feature is activated ( ) and

take a motion panorama.

On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.

to stop taking photos.

When taking motion panoramas, sound will not be recorded.

PANORAMA

Tap

3 4

VIEW AS MOTION PANORAMA

The captured motion panorama will be played.

Tilt the device or swipe on the screen to rotate the captured motion panorama.

To save the motion panorama as a video file, tap

SAVE VIDEO

Apps and features

HDR (Rich tone) mode

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

On the shooting modes list, tap

Without effect With effect

Food mode

HDR (RICH TONE)

Take photos of food with more vibrant colours.

You must first add this mode to the shooting modes list before you can use it. On the

→

preview screen, tap

On the shooting modes list, tap

Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.

The area outside the circular frame will be blurred.

To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame.

Edit camera modes

FOOD

→

Rear camera

, and then tick

Food

Apps and features

Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.

Tap to take a photo.

Hyperlapse mode

Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Tap and select a frame rate option.

If you set the frame rate to according to the changing rate of the scene.

Tap to start recording.

Tap

On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail and tap to view the video.

to finish recording.

HYPERLAPSE

Auto

, the device will automatically adjust the frame rate

Sports mode

Take clearer photos of fast-moving subjects, such as a person running or a pet in motion.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Sports

You must first add this mode to the shooting modes list before you can use it. On the

→

preview screen, tap

Edit camera modes

→

Rear camera

, and then tick

Sports

Apps and features

Selfie mode

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

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

camera for self-portraits.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Face the front camera lens.

Tap

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

Applying beauty effects

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

to take a photo.

To use various shooting options for the front camera, tap → and then tap the switches to activate them.

This feature is available only in

SELFIE

and

BEAUTY

Shooting methods

modes.

On the preview screen, tap .

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

take a photo of yourself.

•

Skin

: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer.

•

Face

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

•

Eyes

: Make your eyes appear bigger.

Apps and features

Selfie focus mode

Take selfies that focus on your face by blurring the background.

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

camera for self-portraits.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Face the front camera lens.

Tap

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

Applying beauty effects

You can adjust the skin tone before taking self-portraits.

On the preview screen, tap .

Select the options to apply beauty effects to your face and take a photo of yourself.

to take a photo.

To use various shooting options for the front camera, tap → and then tap the switches to activate them.

SELFIE FOCUS

Shooting methods

•

Colour

•

Skin

: Adjust the screen colour tone.

: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer.

Apps and features

Wide selfie mode

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

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

camera for self-portraits.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Face the front camera lens.

Tap

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

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

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

to take a photo.

To use various shooting options for the front camera, tap → and then tap the switches to activate them.

WIDE SELFIE

Shooting methods

•

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

•

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

•

The top and bottom parts of the image displayed on the preview screen may be cut out of the photo depending on the shooting conditions.

100

Samsung SM-T597W User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Basics

Read me first

Device overheating situations and solutions

Device layout and functions

Battery

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Memory card (microSD card)

Turning the device on and off

Initial setup

Samsung account

Transferring data from your previous device

Understanding the screen

Notification panel

Entering text

Apps and features

Installing or uninstalling apps

S Pen features

Bixby

Phone

Contacts

Messages

Internet

Email

Camera