Samsung SM-T815 User Manual

User Manual

SM-T815 SM-T815Y

English. 06/2015. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com

Table of Contents

Basics

4 Read me first

5 Package contents

6 Device layout

8 Battery

11 SIM or USIM card

13 Memory card

15 Turning the device on and off

15 Touchscreen

18 Home screen

24 Lock screen

25 Notification panel

29 Entering text

31 Screen capture

31 Opening apps

32 Multi window

37 Device and data management

41 Connecting to a TV

53 Camera

62 Gallery

64 Smart Manager

65 S Planner

67 SideSync 3.0

72 Music

73 Video

74 Memo

74 Clock

76 Calculator

77 Google apps

Settings

79 Introduction

79 Wi-Fi

81 Bluetooth

83 Flight mode

83 Mobile hotspot and tethering

Applications

43 Installing or uninstalling apps

44 My Files

45 Phone

48 Contacts

49 Messages

51 Internet

52 Email

84 Data usage

85 Mobile networks

85 More connection settings

87 Sounds and notifications

88 Display

88 Motions and gestures

89 Applications

89 Wallpaper

89 Lock screen and security

93 Privacy

Table of Contents

96 Accessibility

97 Accounts

98 Backup and reset

98 Language and input

99 Battery

99 Storage

99 Accessories

100 Date and time

100 User manual

100 About device

Appendix

101 Troubleshooting

106 Removing the battery

Basics

Read me first

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

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,

Apps

→

you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap

Settings

→

About device

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

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Quick start guide

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

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

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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

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

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

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Light sensor

GPS antenna

Device layout

Front camera

Power key

Touchscreen

Home key (Fingerprint

recognition sensor)

Recents key

Loud speaker

Headset jack

Volume key

Microphone

Memory card tray

SIM card tray

Loud speaker

Multipurpose jack

Back key

Main antenna

Push clip

Rear camera

Push clip

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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.

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

Keys

Key Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

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Press to turn on or lock the screen.

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Tap to open the list of recent apps.

Recents

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Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.

Home

Back

Volume

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Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to launch

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

Google

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Battery

Charging the battery

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

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

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.

Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

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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Viewing the remaining charging time

While charging, open the Home screen and tap

The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.

Apps

→

Settings

→

Battery

Reducing the battery consumption

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

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Optimise the device using the Smart manager.

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power key.

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Activate power saving mode.

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Close unnecessary apps.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the screen brightness.

Battery charging tips and precautions

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

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Power saving mode

Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.

On the Home screen, tap the switch to activate it.

To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the preset level, tap

Start power saving

Apps

→

Settings

and select an option.

→

Battery

→

Power saving mode

, and then tap

Ultra power saving mode

Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device performs the following:

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Displays colours on the screen as grey tones.

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Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only.

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Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off.

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Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features.

On the Home screen, tap then tap the switch to activate it.

Apps

→

Settings

→

Battery

→

Ultra power saving mode

, and

To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions.

→

Disable ultra power saving mode

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SIM or USIM card

Installing the SIM or USIM card

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

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Only nano-SIM cards work with the device.

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

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

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

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Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

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

downwards.

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 SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

Removing the SIM or USIM card

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

Pull out the SIM card tray gently from the SIM card tray slot.

Remove the SIM or USIM card.

Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot.

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Memory card

Installing a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 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

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

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

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

Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.

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

downwards.

Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.

Removing the memory card

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

On the Home screen, tap

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

Pull out the memory card tray gently from the memory card tray slot.

Remove the memory card.

Insert the memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot.

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.

Apps

→

Settings

→

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

→

CARD

ERASE EVERYTHING

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

Apps

→

Settings

→

Storage

→

Format SD card

→

FORMAT SD

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

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

Power off

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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.

Touchscreen

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

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

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

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

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It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.

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Tapping

To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with your finger.

Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

Dragging

To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

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Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.

Swiping

Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts.

Spreading and pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Home screen

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

To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen.

A widget

An app

Favourite apps

Screen indicators

A folder

Apps screen icon

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Home screen options

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, and more.

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Wallpapers

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Widgets

app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

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

: Add widgets to the Home screen. Widgets are small apps that launch specific

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Flipboard Briefing

View the latest articles in various categories. You can get up to date on news that interests you using this feature.

On the Home screen, tap or downwards to browse articles in each news category.

To deactivate Flipboard Briefing, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen. Then, swipe to the right and deselect the tick box at the top of the Flipboard Briefing panel.

or swipe to the right to open Flipboard Briefing. Swipe upwards

Adding items

Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.

To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.

Widgets

, tap and hold a

Moving and removing an item

Tap and hold an item on the Home screen, and then drag it to a new location.

To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

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

To remove an item, tap and hold the item. Then, drag it to

Remove

at the top of the screen.

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Creating folders

On the Home 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

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

Enter folder name.

and enter a folder name.

Managing panels

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.

To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap

To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the screen.

To set a panel as the main Home screen, tap

Remove

at the top of

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Apps screen

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

On the Home screen, tap left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen.

Apps

to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the

Moving items

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

EDIT

On the Apps screen, tap

To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

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

Creating folders

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

On the Apps screen, tap

EDIT

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.

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Tap

To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.

Enter folder name.

and enter a folder name.

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

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

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Icon Meaning

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Lock screen

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

To unlock the screen, press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction.

You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal information.

On the Apps screen, tap select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Settings

→

Lock screen and security

→

Screen lock type

, and then

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

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A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Password

A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Fingerprints

Notification panel

Using the notification panel

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

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

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Rearrange quick setting

You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

Quick setting buttons

Launch S Finder.

Tap a notification and perform

various actions.

buttons.

Launch Settings.

Adjust the brightness.

Launch Quick Connect.

Clear all notifications.

Using quick setting buttons

Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features. Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area to view more buttons. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.

To rearrange buttons, tap

EDIT

, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location.

S Finder

Search for a wide variety of content with a keyword.

Searching for content on the device

Open the notification panel and tap

Enter a keyword in the search field or tap

To get more refined results, tap the filter buttons under the search field, and then select filter details.

Setting search categories

You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.

Tap

→

Select search locations

S Finder

and say a keyword.

and select categories.

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Quick Connect

Automatically search for nearby devices and quickly connect to them.

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If the device you want to connect does not support the Quick connect feature, activate its Wi-Fi Direct feature before launching

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Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the shared content.

Quick Connect

on your device.

Connecting to other devices

Open the notification panel and tap

If you are using this feature for the first time, select a visibility option and tap

QUICK CONNECT

When the panel opens, the Wi-Fi feature is activated automatically and the device searches for nearby devices.

If you have installed Samsung Link on your device, the list of devices registered with Samsung Link will appear at the top of the screen. For more information about Samsung Link, visit link.samsung.com.

Quick Connect

ENABLE

Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.

The next steps may vary depending on the connected device.

To change your device’s visibility setting, tap select an option.

SETTINGS

→

Device visibility

Re-searching for devices

If the desired device does not appear in the list, search for the device.

Tap

REFRESH

and select the device from the list of detected devices.

, and then

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Sharing content

Share content with the connected devices.

Open the notification panel and tap

Select a device from the list of detected devices.

Tap

Share content

Follow the on-screen instructions to send content to the connected device.

The next steps may vary depending on the selected media category.

and select a media category.

Quick Connect

Screen Mirroring

View your device’s displayed content on a larger screen via a wireless connection.

If a large screen, such as a TV, does not support the Screen mirroring feature, use compatible accessories to enable the feature. Compatible accessories include HomeSync and an AllShare Cast dongle.

To activate this feature on your device, open the notification panel and tap

EDIT

→

Screen

Mirroring

the user manual for the large screen or the Screen mirroring-enabled accessory.

. For more information about connecting your device and the large screen, refer to

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

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Some files may be buffered during playback, depending on the network connection.

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To save energy, deactivate this feature when not in use.

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If you specify a Wi-Fi frequency, AllShare Cast dongles or HomeSync may not be detected or connected.

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If you play videos or games on a TV, select an appropriate TV mode to get the best experience.

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Delete a preceding character.

Entering text

Keyboard layout

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

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

Enter punctuation marks.

Break to the next line.

Enter uppercase. For all caps,

tap it twice.

Move the cursor.

Change the keyboard settings.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap → When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.

Input languages

→

Select input languages

, and then select the languages to use.

Additional keyboard functions

Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used.

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: Enter text by voice.

Start or pause entering text by voice.

Open the keyboard.

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: Switch to handwriting mode.

Switch between number

mode and character mode.

Switch to the standard

keyboard.

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

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: Add an item from the clipboard.

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: Enter emoticons.

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: Switch to the floating or split keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another

location by dragging the tab.

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: Change the keyboard settings.

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.

Select all

to select all text.

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

To paste text that you have previously copied, tap

Paste

Clipboard

and select the text.

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