User Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 1
About the User Guide............................................................................................................................ 1
Access Instructions on Tablet ............................................................................................................... 2
Get Started .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Parts and Functions .............................................................................................................................. 3
SIM Card ............................................................................................................................................... 6
SD Card ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Insert an SD Card ......................................................................................................................... 8
Unmount and Remove an SD Card .............................................................................................. 8
Charge the Battery ................................................................................................................................ 9
Turn Your Tablet On and Off .............................................................................................................. 11
Use the Touchscreen .......................................................................................................................... 13
Activate Your Tablet ............................................................................................................................ 16
Complete the Setup Screens .............................................................................................................. 17
Basic Operations ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Basics .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ................................................................................ 19
Tablet Settings Menu .................................................................................................................. 20
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation ................................................................................ 20
Capture Screenshots .................................................................................................................. 21
Applications ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Launch Applications .................................................................................................................... 22
Apps List ..................................................................................................................................... 22
SIM Card Phone Number .................................................................................................................... 26
Airplane Mode ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................................ 29
Samsung Keyboard .................................................................................................................... 29
Google Voice Typing ................................................................................................................... 31
Tips for Editing Text .................................................................................................................... 32
Google Account ................................................................................................................................... 32
Create a Google Account ............................................................................................................ 32
Sign In to Your Google Account.................................................................................................. 39
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Factory Reset Protection ............................................................................................................ 43
Google Play Store ............................................................................................................................... 44
Find and Install an App ............................................................................................................... 44
Request a Refund for a Paid App ............................................................................................... 45
Update an App ............................................................................................................................ 45
Uninstall an App .......................................................................................................................... 48
Get Help with Google Play .......................................................................................................... 49
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................ 49
Update Your Tablet ............................................................................................................................. 51
Update Your Tablet Software...................................................................................................... 51
Update Your Profile ..................................................................................................................... 54
Update Your PRL ........................................................................................................................ 55
Your Tablet’s Home Screen ........................................................................................................................ 56
Home Screen Basics........................................................................................................................... 56
Home Screen Layout .................................................................................................................. 56
Extended Home Screens ............................................................................................................ 57
Status Bar and Notification Panel ....................................................................................................... 58
Status Bar ................................................................................................................................... 58
Notification Panel ........................................................................................................................ 61
Quick Connect ............................................................................................................................ 62
Multi Window ....................................................................................................................................... 63
Customize the Home Screen .............................................................................................................. 64
Change the Wallpaper ................................................................................................................ 65
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen ............................................................................................ 66
Add Widgets to the Home Screen .............................................................................................. 67
Add Folders to the Home Screen................................................................................................ 68
Contacts ...................................................................................................................................................... 70
Contacts Screen Layout ...................................................................................................................... 70
Add a Contact ..................................................................................................................................... 71
View Contacts ..................................................................................................................................... 73
Edit a Contact ...................................................................................................................................... 74
Delete a Contact ................................................................................................................................. 75
Share a Contact .................................................................................................................................. 76
Import Contacts ................................................................................................................................... 77
Back Up Contacts ............................................................................................................................... 79
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Messaging and Internet ............................................................................................................................... 80
Gmail ................................................................................................................................................... 80
Create and Send a Gmail Message ............................................................................................ 80
Check Received Gmail Messages .............................................................................................. 82
Use Gmail Labels ........................................................................................................................ 84
Archive Gmail Threads ............................................................................................................... 85
Mute Gmail Threads ................................................................................................................... 86
Delete Gmail Threads ................................................................................................................. 87
Search Gmail Messages ............................................................................................................. 88
Report Spam Gmail .................................................................................................................... 90
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ........................................................................................ 91
Switching Between Gmail Accounts ........................................................................................... 93
Gmail Settings ............................................................................................................................. 94
Email ................................................................................................................................................... 95
Set Up an Email Account ............................................................................................................ 95
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account ....................................................................................... 99
Create and Send Email ............................................................................................................. 102
Open Email Messages .............................................................................................................. 103
Delete an Email Account ........................................................................................................... 105
Manage Your Email Inbox ......................................................................................................... 106
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features ...................................................................................... 108
Data Services General Information (4G LTE Network)..................................................................... 110
4G LTE ...................................................................................................................................... 110
Your User Name ....................................................................................................................... 110
Data Connection Status and Indicators .................................................................................... 112
Browser ............................................................................................................................................. 113
Use the Browser ....................................................................................................................... 113
Add a Bookmark ....................................................................................................................... 114
View Browser History ................................................................................................................ 115
Open New Browser Tab ............................................................................................................ 116
Browser Settings ....................................................................................................................... 117
Chrome Browser ............................................................................................................................... 117
Camera and Video .................................................................................................................................... 119
Camera Overview ............................................................................................................................. 119
Take Pictures and Record Videos .................................................................................................... 121
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Take a Picture ........................................................................................................................... 121
Record Videos .......................................................................................................................... 122
Shooting Modes ........................................................................................................................ 123
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery........................................................................................... 124
Edit Pictures ...................................................................................................................................... 128
Share Pictures and Videos ............................................................................................................... 130
Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail .............................................................................. 130
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth ................................................................................. 132
Share Pictures or Videos Using Additional Apps or Social Media ............................................ 133
Share Videos on YouTube ........................................................................................................ 134
Camera Options and Settings ........................................................................................................... 135
Switch Cameras ........................................................................................................................ 135
Set Camera Options ................................................................................................................. 136
Apps and Features .................................................................................................................................... 139
1Weather ........................................................................................................................................... 139
Calculator .......................................................................................................................................... 139
Calendar ............................................................................................................................................ 140
Add an Event to the Calendar ................................................................................................... 140
View Calendar Events ............................................................................................................... 143
Share Calendar Events ............................................................................................................. 144
Sync Calendars ......................................................................................................................... 146
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar...................................................................... 147
Clock ................................................................................................................................................. 147
Set Alarms................................................................................................................................. 149
World Clock ............................................................................................................................... 150
Stopwatch ................................................................................................................................. 151
Timer ......................................................................................................................................... 152
Excel ................................................................................................................................................. 152
Facebook .......................................................................................................................................... 152
Galaxy Apps ...................................................................................................................................... 153
Gallery ............................................................................................................................................... 153
Google Drive ..................................................................................................................................... 154
Google Hangouts .............................................................................................................................. 155
Google Maps ..................................................................................................................................... 156
Google Photos .................................................................................................................................. 158
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Google Play Movies & TV ................................................................................................................. 159
Google Play Music ............................................................................................................................ 159
Google Search .................................................................................................................................. 162
Use Google Search ................................................................................................................... 162
Use Google Voice Search ......................................................................................................... 163
Instagram .......................................................................................................................................... 164
Lookout ............................................................................................................................................. 164
Memo ................................................................................................................................................ 164
Messenger ........................................................................................................................................ 164
Music ................................................................................................................................................. 165
My Files ............................................................................................................................................. 168
OneDrive ........................................................................................................................................... 168
OneNote ............................................................................................................................................ 169
PowerPoint ........................................................................................................................................ 169
Samsung Milk Music ......................................................................................................................... 169
Samsung+ ......................................................................................................................................... 169
SideSync ........................................................................................................................................... 170
Sprint TV & Movies ........................................................................................................................... 170
Sprint Music Plus .............................................................................................................................. 171
Video ................................................................................................................................................. 171
Word .................................................................................................................................................. 172
YouTube ............................................................................................................................................ 172
Connectivity ............................................................................................................................................... 174
Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Computer ...................................................................... 174
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................................. 176
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network .................................................................. 176
Wi-Fi Settings ............................................................................................................................ 178
Disconnect Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................................... 179
Wi-Fi Direct ............................................................................................................................... 180
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................................... 182
Bluetooth Information ................................................................................................................ 182
Enable Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................... 182
Pair Bluetooth Devices .............................................................................................................. 185
Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device ...................................................................................... 187
Share Information Using Bluetooth ........................................................................................... 188
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Receiving Data Using Bluetooth ............................................................................................... 190
Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 191
Basic Settings ................................................................................................................................... 191
Wi-Fi Settings Menu .......................................................................................................................... 194
Bluetooth Settings ............................................................................................................................. 196
Airplane Mode ................................................................................................................................... 198
Hotspot and Tethering Settings ........................................................................................................ 200
Hotspot Settings ........................................................................................................................ 200
Tethering Settings ..................................................................................................................... 204
Data Usage Settings ......................................................................................................................... 205
Mobile Networks Settings ................................................................................................................. 207
More Connection Settings ................................................................................................................. 208
Nearby Device Scanning .......................................................................................................... 210
Printing ...................................................................................................................................... 211
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ................................................................................................. 212
Smart Manager ................................................................................................................................. 220
Applications Settings ......................................................................................................................... 224
Application Manager ................................................................................................................. 225
Default Applications .................................................................................................................. 226
Calendar Settings ..................................................................................................................... 227
Camera Settings ....................................................................................................................... 229
Contacts Settings ...................................................................................................................... 230
Email Settings ........................................................................................................................... 232
Internet Settings ........................................................................................................................ 235
Music Settings ........................................................................................................................... 236
Weather Settings ...................................................................................................................... 237
Google Settings ........................................................................................................................ 238
Sounds and Vibrations Settings ........................................................................................................ 240
Sound Mode .............................................................................................................................. 241
Volume ...................................................................................................................................... 242
Notification Sounds ................................................................................................................... 243
Do Not Disturb .......................................................................................................................... 244
System Sounds ......................................................................................................................... 246
Key-tap Feedback ..................................................................................................................... 247
Sound Quality and Effects ........................................................................................................ 248
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Notifications ....................................................................................................................................... 249
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................ 249
Advanced Features ........................................................................................................................... 251
Users ................................................................................................................................................. 251
Wallpaper .......................................................................................................................................... 253
Home Screen Settings ...................................................................................................................... 254
Lock Screen and Security Settings ................................................................................................... 254
Lock Screen and Security Overview ......................................................................................... 255
Screen Lock .............................................................................................................................. 256
Disable the Screen Lock ........................................................................................................... 263
Device Security ......................................................................................................................... 264
Privacy .............................................................................................................................................. 265
Location Settings ...................................................................................................................... 266
Private Mode ............................................................................................................................. 270
Report Diagnostic Info .............................................................................................................. 271
Accessibility Settings......................................................................................................................... 271
Vision Accessibility Settings...................................................................................................... 273
Hearing Accessibility Settings ................................................................................................... 274
Dexterity and Interaction Settings ............................................................................................. 275
Configure Other Accessibility Settings ...................................................................................... 276
Account Settings ............................................................................................................................... 277
Google ............................................................................................................................................... 279
Backup and Reset ............................................................................................................................. 280
Factory Data Reset ................................................................................................................... 283
Language and Input Settings ............................................................................................................ 285
Battery Settings ................................................................................................................................. 287
Power Saving Mode .................................................................................................................. 288
Ultra Power Saving Mode ......................................................................................................... 289
Storage Settings ................................................................................................................................ 291
SD Card Settings ...................................................................................................................... 292
Accessories ....................................................................................................................................... 294
Date and Time Settings .................................................................................................................... 294
Help ................................................................................................................................................... 296
Activate This Device.......................................................................................................................... 297
System Update .................................................................................................................................. 298
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About Device ..................................................................................................................................... 298
For Assistance .......................................................................................................................................... 302
Sprint Account Information and Help ................................................................................................ 302
Sprint Account Passwords ........................................................................................................ 302
Manage Your Account .............................................................................................................. 302
Copyright Information ........................................................................................................................ 303
Intellectual Property .................................................................................................................. 303
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ........................................................................ 303
Samsung Knox .................................................................................................................................. 304
Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc. ............................................................................... 304
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ................................................. 304
Legal Information .............................................................................................................................. 305
Index .......................................................................................................................................................... 306
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Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new tablet.
About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy Tab S2. The following topics explain how best to
use this guide to get the most out of your tablet.
Before Using Your Tablet
Thoroughly read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your
tablet for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your tablet's setup at the time of purchase. Unless
otherwise noted, instructions begin from the tablet's home screen, which is displayed by pressing the
Home key. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your tablet. Key labels in the user guide are
simplified for description purposes and differ from your tablet's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the tablet may be referred to either as tablet or device.
Introduction 1
Access Instructions on Tablet
Whether you are new to Android™ or just new to your Galaxy Tab S2, your tablet can help you learn how
to use it.
Access Help
Use the tablet's Help menu to learn about your tablet.
1. Press the Home key to display the home screen.
2. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help .
3. Tap a topic to view its contents, or tap Search to search for a topic.
Introduction 2
Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet and wireless service the
first time.
Parts and Functions
These topics illustrate your tablet’s primary parts and key functions.
Tablet Layout
The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons.
Front View
Get Started 3
Part
Description
Light sensor
Use the ambient light level to adjust the screen brightness and
contrast.
Front camera
Take pictures and record videos while facing the screen, and video
conference.
Power/Lock key
Turn the tablet or screen on or off, or switch your tablet to silent mode,
vibration mode, or airplane mode.
Volume key
Adjust media volume.
SD card
Location of the optional SD card (not included).
SIM card (memory card tray)
Location of the SIM card.
Back key
Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,
the notification panel, or keyboard.
Speaker
Play sounds.
Home key/fingerprint sensor
Return to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google™
Search/Google Now™. Use to register fingerprints for security.
Recent Apps key
Access recently used apps.
Touchscreen
Display information needed to operate your tablet, such as the network
status, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap access to all of
your features and applications.
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Part
Description
Rear camera
Take pictures and videos.
Headset jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
USB charger/accessory port
Connect the tablet to the charger using a USB cable.
Microphone
Record your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos.
Rear View
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the tablet.
Get Started 5
SIM Card
The SIM card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information. Your tablet’s SIM
card is preinstalled and should only be accessed if directed by a customer service representative.
Handling a SIM Card
Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card:
● You are responsible for any damage caused by inserting the SIM card in another brand IC card
reader. Sprint is not responsible in such a case.
● Always keep the IC chip clean.
● Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
● Avoid applying labels. May damage SIM card.
● See instructions included with SIM card for handling.
● The SIM card is the property of Sprint.
● The SIM card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.
● Return the SIM card to Sprint when canceling subscription.
● Returned SIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes.
● Note that SIM card specifications and performance may change without notice.
● It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on SIM card. Sprint
is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.
● Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your SIM card or tablet (SIM card
inserted) is lost or stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.
● Always power off the tablet before inserting/removing the SIM card.
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Insert SIM Card
Follow these instructions to insert a SIM card. Remember to power off your tablet before inserting a SIM
card.
Note: Your tablet’s SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal SIM card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card tray, and push until the tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.
3. Slide the SIM card tray back into the slot.
Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the device cannot detect it. Reorient the card and place
it back into the slot if the SIM card is not detected.
SD Card
Your tablet supports the use of an optional SD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. Some
cards may not operate properly with your tablet.
For more information, see SD Card Settings.
SD Card Cautions
Data: Information stored on an SD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of
damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. Sprint is not
responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed.
Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove the battery while reading or writing data.
Battery Level: A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to an SD card.
Handling SD Card: Use/store SD cards away from the reach of infants. SD cards may cause choking
if swallowed.
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Insert an SD Card
Follow these steps to insert an optional SD card (not included). Make sure to power your tablet off before
inserting or removing an SD card.
Note: To improve performance and reliability with High-definition video recording and playback, it is
recommended you use a memory card (SD card) that is both rated as at least a Class 10 and provides a
high read speed.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal Memory card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the Memory card tray, and push until the tray pops out.
2. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold contacts facing down.
3. Slide the Memory card tray back into the slot.
Unmount and Remove an SD Card
Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. To remove an SD card safely, you must unmount the
card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. Always power the tablet off
before inserting or removing an SD card.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal Memory card tray.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Storage .
2. Tap SD card > Unmount.
3. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the Memory card tray, and push until the tray pops out.
4. Slide the tray out and remove the memory card.
5. Slide the Memory card tray back into the slot.
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your tablet’s battery using either the included charging head and USB
cable or using a USB connection on your computer.
Note: This tablet has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user.
Battery Cautions
Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the tablet with no battery charge remaining. Saved information and
settings may become lost or changed, or the tablet may become unusable. Charge once every six
months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.
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Charge Using the USB Charger
Use the charger that came with your tablet.
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your tablet.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head.
3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet.
4. After charging, disconnect the tablet from the charger.
Unplug the charging head from the outlet, and remove the USB cable from both the tablet
and the charging head.
Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your tablet, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending on
the type of connection, your tablet’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your
tablet.
2. Insert the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the tablet and the computer.
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Turn Your Tablet On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your tablet on and off.
Turn Your Tablet On
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key.
Your tablet will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the Lock screen.
See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen
lock.
The first time you turn the tablet on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the
Setup Screens for details.
If your tablet is not yet activated, see Activate Your Tablet for more information.
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Turn Your Tablet Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the tablet options menu.
2. Tap Power off > Power off to turn the tablet off.
Your tablet will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your tablet is off (unless the battery is charging).
Note: If your device is not responding, press and hold both the Power and Volume Down keys
simultaneously for more than seven seconds to restart the device.
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Use the Touchscreen
Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap or Touch
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons,
or press onscreen buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold
the item.
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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to move your finger in light, quick strokes.
This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the tablet sideways. When entering text, you can turn the tablet sideways to bring up a bigger
keyboard. See Enter Text for more details.
Note: Screen rotation must be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. To enable or
disable screen rotation, slide your finger down from the status bar to display the Notification table, and
then tap Portrait to enable the option or Auto rotate to disable screen rotation.
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Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen by moving two fingers inward to zoom out, or spread by moving two fingers outward to
zoom in.
Activate Your Tablet
Follow the instructions below to activate your tablet if it has not already been activated. Depending on
your account or how and where you purchased your tablet, it may be ready to use or you may need to
activate it on your Sprint account.
● If you purchased your tablet at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
● If you received your tablet in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it
is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the tablet on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation
screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen.
Follow the prompts to continue.
● If you received your tablet in the mail and you are activating a new tablet for an existing number
on your account (you are swapping tablets), you can activate on your computer online or directly
on your tablet.
Activate on your computer:
• Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your tablet.
Activate on your tablet:
• Turn on your new tablet. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your tablet will
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
• Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
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If your tablet is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the
Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another tablet.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the tablet is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock key
cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.
Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your tablet. Once your tablet has
been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your tablet has been activated on your
Sprint account.
1. At the Welcome screen, choose options, and then tap Start to begin setup:
Language: Choose the default language for your tablet’s operation.
Accessibility: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your
tablet’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing.
2. Follow the instructions to complete setup for each topic. Tap Next, or the right arrow, to move
through the steps. You can skip options to continue to the next one. During setup, you may see
these options:
Note: Screens may vary based on the activation status of your tablet.
Wi-Fi: By default, your tablet prompts you to use Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi access point to connect to it, or you can continue setup using your tablet’s connection
to the wireless network.
Terms and conditions: Read the End User License Agreement (EULA) and consent for
diagnostic and usage data. If you consent to provide diagnostic and usage data to Samsung,
tap the check box. Tap Next to proceed, and then tap Agree to confirm that you understand
and agree to the terms and conditions. If you do not agree to the EULA, you cannot continue
with setup.
Hands Free Activation: Automatically connect to Sprint network and set up voice and data
services.
• After Hands Free Activation completes, tap OK to continue.
• You may see a message indicating your tablet needs to restart. Tap OK again and wait
for your tablet to restart.
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when accessing data services. Tap a
Add your account (Google): Your tablet uses your Google Account to provide access to
many features and apps. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google Account, or
sign up for a new Google Account right from your tablet. You can also skip signing in to your
Google Account, or sign in later.
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• To sign in to an existing Google Account, you will need your account name (Gmail™
address) and password.
• For both new and existing accounts, you will need to review and accept the Terms of
Service and Privacy Policy by tapping Accept when prompted.
Name: Enter your First and Last name, to personalize Google features and apps.
Google services: Select Google service preferences, including Backup & Restore, Location
and Communication options.
Set up payment info: Select billing options for purchases made through Google Play.
Set up email: Configure an email account on your device. If you want to skip this step, tap
Not now.
Protect your tablet: Set up a screen lock to prevent others from using the tablet without your
permission.
Samsung account: Some apps and features use your Samsung account. You can sign in to
your Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account.
• To sign in to or set up a Samsung account, you will have to review and agree to the
Terms and Conditions by tapping Agree when prompted.
3. Tap Finish to complete setup.
Your tablet is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access
additional options through the Apps list or through Settings.
Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your tablet. However, to download apps
from the Google Play™ store app, you must link your tablet to a Google Account.
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Basic Operations
The following topics outline basic features and operations of your tablet.
Basics
The following topics offer an overview of your tablet’s basic operations.
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List
Most of your tablet’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list.
1. From any screen, press the Home key to display the home screen.
2. Tap Apps to display the apps list.
For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.
Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
■ Tap the Back key to return to the previous screen.
Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key.
■ Tap the Recent Apps key to view a list of recently used applications.
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Tablet Settings Menu
You can customize your tablet’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings .
– or –
Drag the notification panel down and tap Settings .
The Settings menu displays.
For more information, see Settings.
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation
The default orientation for your tablet’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to
landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the tablet sideways.
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Turn Screen Rotation On or Off
1. Open the notification panel by dragging down from the top of the screen.
2. Tap Portrait to turn the option on. Tap Auto rotate to turn the option off.
You may need to scroll left or right to see the screen rotation option.
If the screen rotation option is not available, tap View all to display the full options list.
Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.
Capture Screenshots
You can use your tablet’s Power and Home keys to capture screenshots.
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of
the current screen.
The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the tablet’s
Gallery. From home, tap Apps > Gallery .
Depending on your settings, you may also capture a screenshot by swiping your palm across the screen
from side to side.
To set up palm swipe screen capture:
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings .
2. Tap Advanced features > Palm swipe to capture, and then tap On/Off.
Basic Operations 21
App
Function/Service
1Weather
Receive real-time local weather information at any location in the world.
Access 7-day and hourly weather forecasts for your area.
Calculator
Perform basic and advanced mathematical calculations.
Calendar
Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and
appointments, organize your time, and be reminded of important events.
Applications
The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your tablet.
Launch Applications
All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list.
1. From home, tap Apps .
The apps list opens.
2. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.
The application opens.
Apps List
The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your tablet. The following table
outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your tablet.
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App
Function/Service
Camera
Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras.
Chrome
Browse the Internet using Google’s Chrome™ Web browser. Located in
the Google folder in the apps list.
Clock
Set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch,
set a timer, and use your tablet as a desk clock.
Contacts
Store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts
you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts
synchronized with your Google account, compatible email programs
(including Exchange Server), and your Facebook™ friends.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs™ and files. Located in
the Google folder in the Apps list.
Email
Send and receive email from a variety of email service providers.
Excel
Create and share spreadsheets quickly and easily with Microsoft® Excel®.
Located in the Microsoft Apps folder in the apps list.
Facebook
Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates,
photos, and videos, as well as text, chat, and play games.
Galaxy Apps
Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy device.
Gallery
View and edit pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your
tablet’s camera or downloaded.
Gmail
Send and receive messages using Google’s Gmail service. Located in
the Google folder in the apps list.
Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your
device. Located in the Google folder in the Apps list.
Hangouts
Meet friends and family online, share photos, host video calls, and send
SMS and Hangouts messages. Located in the Google folder in the Apps
list.
Help
View tips and guidelines to help you use your tablet.
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App
Function/Service
Instagram
Capture and share photos and videos with your friends. Customize what
you capture, and then share it on your feed or post it directly to your
friends.
Internet
Browse the Internet using a full-featured browser.
Lookout
Configure and manage key security options, such as anti-virus and antimalware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an
application privacy adviser, and a backup service.
Maps
Find your current location and get directions and other location‑based
information.
Memo
Organize your life by creating, editing, and managing memos.
Messenger
Reach out to your friends and family with Facebook Messenger™, which
works just like texting. A data plan is required to use Messenger.
Music
Use Music to browse your music library, play songs, and create playlists.
You can also set songs as alarm tones.
My Files
Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth® files, Android files, and
other data in one convenient location.
OneDrive
Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online
OneDrive® account, which you can then access from your personal
computer, tablet, or phone. Located in the Microsoft folder in the Apps
list.
OneNote
Stay organized using text, pictures, or audio notes. Create Quick Notes or
review and edit shared OneNote® notebooks using OneDrive. Located in
the Microsoft folder in the Apps list.
Photos
Automatically back up your photos and videos to your Google Account.
Located in the Google folder in the Apps list.
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can
stream them instantly, or download them for viewing when you are not
connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on your
device. Located in the Google folder in the Apps list.
Play Music
Play music and audio files on your device. Located in the Google folder in
the Apps list.
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App
Function/Service
Play Store
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and
games in the Google Play store.
PowerPoint
Create and share presentations quickly and easily with Microsoft
PowerPoint®. Located in the Microsoft Apps folder in the apps list.
Samsung Milk Music
Stream music with a radio service that offers a simple way to find the
music that is right for you. With a library of over 13 million songs and
200+ stations, the interactive dial makes it easy to skim through stations
to find the perfect soundtrack for the moment
Samsung+
Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your
Samsung device.
Settings
Configure settings and options on your tablet.
SideSync
SideSync is a PC-Mobile solution that enables the screens, windows, and
data to be shared easily between a PC and Samsung Android Device.
Sprint Music Plus
Purchase, download, and play music and tones for your tablet.
Sprint TV & Movies
Use Sprint TV & Movies to watch live TV and access movies and other on
demand entertainment on the go.
Video
View videos on your tablet.
Voice Search
Use voice commands to search the web with Google. Located in the
Google folder in the Apps list.
Word
Create and share word processing documents quickly and easily with
Microsoft® Word. Located in the Microsoft Apps folder in the apps list.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube™ videos from your device.
Note: Available apps are subject to change.
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SIM Card Phone Number
Follow the instructions below to display your tablet’s wireless phone number.
Note: Your tablet cannot make or receive calls. The phone number is assigned to the SIM card for
account identification purposes only.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings .
2. Tap About device .
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3. Tap Status > Sim card status.
You will see the number listed under My phone number.
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your tablet on so you can
use apps that do not require a signal or data.
To turn on airplane mode:
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings .
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2. Tap Airplane mode .
3. Tap On/Off to enable Airplane mode.
Your tablet is now in airplane mode. An airplane mode icon displays on the status bar.
Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings (drag
down the status bar and tap Airplane mode > Turn on).
To turn off airplane mode:
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings .
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2. Tap Airplane mode .
3. Tap On/Off to turn Airplane mode off.
Your tablet’s wireless connection features are now restored.
Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings (drag
down the status bar and tap Airplane mode).
Enter Text
You can type on your tablet using the touchscreen Samsung keyboard or Google voice typing.
Samsung Keyboard
Use the touchscreen Samsung keyboard for entering text. The keyboard appears automatically when you
tap a text entry field, and can be used in either portrait or landscape mode. You can also use the Google
Voice™ typing option to enter text using your voice (see Google Voice Typing for details).
The Samsung keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping keys
(like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster and more
accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.
Note: Depending on which app you are using (Messages, Email, and so on.), the keyboard appearance
may differ.
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Assigning the Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry
If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung keyboard to
be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while entering text.
Note: The Samsung keyboard is the default text input method on your tablet. Additional keyboards and
input methods are available for download at the Google Play store. See Google Play Store.
To select the Samsung keyboard:
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Default keyboard, and
then choose Samsung keyboard.
While entering text:
1. Drag down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel.
2. Tap Select keyboard, and then choose Samsung keyboard.
Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text
■ Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options:
Tap Delete to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold Delete to delete a whole
word or field.
Tap Shift to change the case of the text (the arrow will turn blue). Tap Shift twice to
switch to all capitals (the key will turn blue).
Tap Symbols to switch to a symbols keyboard, to enter symbols. There are two symbol
keyboards.
Touch and hold Control for quick access to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y),
and select all (a).
Touch and hold Settings > Voice input to switch to Google Voice typing to enter text
by speaking. See Google Voice Typing.
If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe
your finger over Spacebar to switch between languages.
Note: Once you have used a keyboard option, such as Voice input, the options icon changes from
Options ( ) to the most recently used option ]). You can then tap the icon to use that option, or
touch and hold to see the full menu.
Configure Samsung Keyboard
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Samsung keyboard.
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Google Voice Typing
Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text.
Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text
1. While entering text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel, and then
tap Select keyboard > Google voice typing.
– or –
Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard.
– or –
Touch and hold Settings on the Samsung keyboard, and then tap Voice input .
2. Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered.
3. If the text is incorrect, tap Delete .
4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap Exit . The keyboard will reappear.
Note: You can assign a new language to Google voice typing. Tap Settings > Languages, and then
touch and hold a language to assign it as the default language. To add more languages, tap Settings
> Languages, tap the language(s) you want to add, tap Save, and then tap the Back key .
Configure Google Voice Typing
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Google voice typing.
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Tips for Editing Text
Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting
text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more.
■ Touch and hold text to highlight it, and then select from the following options:
Select all: Highlight all the text in the field.
Cut: Remove the selected text and save it to the clipboard.
Copy: Copy the selected text to the clipboard.
Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field.
Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text.
Dictionary: Access your personal dictionary.
Assist: Perform a Google search on the selected term.
Google Account
You will need a Google Account to access several tablet features such as Gmail, Google Maps™,
Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you
must enter your account information. These applications sync between your tablet and your online
Google Account.
Google Account Cautions
Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password.
Create a Google Account
If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or by using your tablet.
Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your tablet’s Setup
application.
Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your tablet, such as Google Play, you
do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your tablet.
Create a Google Account Online
1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com.
2. On the main page, click Sign in.
3. Click Add account > Create an account, and then follow the prompts to create your free
account.
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4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm
and activate your new account.
Create a Google Account Using Your Tablet
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts .
2. Tap Add account.
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3. Tap Google > Or create a new account.
4. Enter your First name and Last name, and then tap Next.
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5. Enter a desired Username, and then tap Next.
6. When prompted, enter and re-type a password. Then tap Next.
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7. Enter a valid phone number to help you recover your Google Account and password if you ever
forget it, and then tap Next.
Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your tablet or online, it may prompt you to add a
secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from which you
currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever
encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can
regain access to Google services and purchases on your tablet.
8. Read the Google Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents, and then tap I
agree.
Your tablet connects with the Google servers and displays your account information.
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9. Tap Next.
10. Configure your Google data backup and communication, and then tap Next.
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11. If desired, you can set up payment options for purchases through the Google Play store, and then
tap Next.
You are signed in to your new Google Account.
Your Google account is listed in Apps > Settings > Accounts .
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Sign In to Your Google Account
If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your tablet, follow these instructions to sign
in to your Google Account.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts .
2. Tap Add account.
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3. Tap Google.
4. Tap Enter your email, enter your Gmail address, and then tap Next.
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5. Enter your password, and then tap Next.
6. Read the Google Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other legal documents, and then tap
Accept.
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7. Configure your Google data backup and communication, and then tap Next.
8. Set up payment information for use in the Google Play store, and then tap Next.
You are now signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will start synchronizing with
your Google Account.
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Your Google account is listed in Apps > Settings > Accounts .
Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is turned on.
Factory Reset Protection prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings
without your permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen and a factory data reset is
performed, only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have your Google
Account username and password. For more information, see Factory Data Reset.
Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other
service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.
Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP)
security feature. For more information, see google.com.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings .
2. Tap Accounts > Google.
3. Tap More > Remove account.
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Google Play Store
Google Play is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your tablet.
Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games, to
bestselling books, blockbuster movies, and music. When you find what you want, you can easily
download and install it on your tablet.
To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your tablet’s Wi-Fi or
mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Browser and Sign In to Your Google
Account for details.
Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your tablet from Google Play (provided by
Google Inc.). Sprint is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability,
legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, and so on.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, and
so on.).
Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access
your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third-party application
provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal
information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you
are not comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, do not use the application.
Find and Install an App
When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your tablet, they may require access to
your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions
or settings of your tablet. Download and install only apps that you trust.
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. When you open the Google Play store app for the first time, the Terms of Service window will
appear. Tap Accept to continue.
3. Browse through the categories (Apps & Games or Entertainment), find an item you are
interested in, and tap the name.
Browse through featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open Google
Play.
Search for an app. Tap the Search field on the Google Play home screen, enter the name or
type of app you are looking for, and then tap Search on the keyboard.
4. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews.
5. Tap Install (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications).
Note: If you did not set up a payment option during tablet setup or when adding your Google Account,
you will be prompted to add a payment method when making a purchase from Google Play.
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6. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal
information or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. If you agree to the conditions,
tap Accept (for free apps) or Accept and then Buy (for paid apps) to begin downloading and
installing the app.
The selected app is downloaded and installed on your tablet.
Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to
many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible
for the results of using this item on your tablet.
Purchasing Applications
Purchase apps at your own risk. Sprint is not responsible for any harm to you or third parties resulting
from the use of purchased applications.
Request a Refund for a Paid App
If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your
credit card or other payment method is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your tablet.
If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you cannot request a refund a second time.
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. Tap Menu > My apps & games.
3. Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens.
4. Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm. Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled.
Update an App
Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from
the Play Store app.
Update an App Directly
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
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2. Tap Menu > My apps & games.
3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap Update.
The app update is downloaded and installed.
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Set Automatic App Updates
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. Tap Menu > My apps.
3. Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap More options > Auto-update.
The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available.
Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps.
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Uninstall an App
You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. Tap Menu > My apps.
3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK.
The app is uninstalled and removed from your tablet.
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Get Help with Google Play
The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about
the app.
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. Tap Menu > Help & feedback.
The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find
comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play.
Lock and Unlock Your Screen
Your tablet allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it
when you need it.
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
■ To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key. Pressing the Power/Lock key again
will show the Lock screen.
To save battery power, the tablet automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when
you leave it idle.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings.
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Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.
The Lock screen appears.
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it.
The screen is unlocked.
If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw a pattern, enter a password or
PIN, or scan your fingerprint. See Screen Lock.
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Update Your Tablet
From time to time, updates may become available for your tablet. You can download and apply updates
through the Settings > System update menu.
Software Update Cautions
During update: The tablet cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take time to
update your tablet’s software.
Signal during update: Update your tablet where signal reception is good, and do not change
location during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before beginning an
update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail. An update failure
may disable the tablet.
Other functions during update: Other tablet functions cannot be used during a software update.
Update Your Tablet Software
You can update your tablet's software using the System update option.
Before Updating Your Tablet
Updating your tablet may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your tablet
(malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, and so on.). You must back up all critical information before
updating your tablet firmware.
Back Up All Data Prior to Update
To back up your Gmail information:
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Google > [your account].
2. Tap On/Off to enable backup of each item.
3. Tap More > Sync now to sync your Google Account information.
To back up your Exchange Mail information:
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.
2. Tap On/Off to enable backup of each option (Calendar, Contacts, Email, Tasks).
3. Tap More > Sync now to sync your Microsoft
®
Exchange ActiveSync information.
To back up your Google apps:
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store .
2. Tap Menu > My apps & games > All tab.
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3. Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to
reinstall.
4. Follow the prompts.
Note: Your Google app purchases are saved remotely and can be re-installed after the update is applied.
Update Your Tablet’s Software
Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update now option to update your tablet’s software.
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update > Download updates manually.
Your tablet automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required
to power your tablet off and back on to complete the software upgrade.
– or –
1. Locate the Software update icon in notifications.
2. Drag the status bar down.
3. Tap Software update to open the Software update screen.
4. Tap Download and follow the instructions. The downloading icon appears within the status bar
to indicate the tablet is downloading the necessary files.
5. Follow the prompts to install the update and restart your tablet.
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Confirm Your Current Tablet Software
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About device .
2. Locate the Software version read-only field.
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Update Your Profile
This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to
change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your tablet.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update > Update Profile.
2. Follow the instructions.
The tablet will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.
Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to
reconnect with the network.
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Update Your PRL
This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update > Update PRL.
2. Follow the prompts.
The tablet will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.
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Item
Description
Status area
The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays tablet and
service status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi
and data connectivity, and time.
Your Tablet’s Home Screen
The following topics describe how to use and customize your tablet’s home screen, understand the status
bar, and use the notification panel.
Home Screen Basics
The home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can
customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Home Screen Layout
Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional
screens.
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Item
Description
Status bar
The status bar displays icons to notify you of your tablet’s status (on the
right side) and notifications (on the left side).
Widget
Widgets are self-contained onscreen apps that reside on your tablet’s
home screen.
Application icons
Application icons are shortcuts to favorite applications. You can add
and remove these shortcuts as you wish.
Applications (Apps) list
Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The apps list key is a primary
shortcut available from all home screens.
Primary shortcuts
Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same
location on all of your tablet’s home screens. These are customizable
except for the Applications (Apps) shortcut, which remains static.
Notification area
The notification area of the status bar (on the left) displays notifications
for incoming messages, missed calls, application updates, and more.
Note: The indicator above the primary shortcuts lets you know your current screen position.
Tip: Press the Home key to return to the main home screen from any other screen.
Extended Home Screens
In addition to the main home screen, your tablet features extended home screens to provide more space
for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press the Home key to display the main home screen and then drag
across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
● Swipe left or right to go to an extended home screen.
● While on an extended screen, press the Home key to return to the main home screen.
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Add Home Screens
If you want to set up more shortcuts or widgets than you have space for, you can add more home
screens.
1. Touch and hold an empty area on a home screen.
2. Scroll through the thumbnail screens to the right until you see a blank screen with an Add
sign.
3. Tap Add to add the screen.
A new blank home screen will be added to the far right of your screens.
Status Bar and Notification Panel
Your tablet’s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen.
Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the home screen provides tablet and service status information on the right
side and notification alerts on the left. To view the notification panel or access the quick settings menu,
slide your finger down from the top of the screen.
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Icon
Status
Bluetooth is active.
GPS is active.
Wi-Fi is active.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
Mute mode is enabled.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Cellular network signal strength is displayed.
The device is connected to a 3G wireless network.
Status Bar Layout
Main Status Icons
Bluetooth:
GPS:
Wi-Fi:
File download in progress:
Mute mode:
Vibrate mode:
Signal strength:
3G:
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Icon
Status
The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Roaming network signal strength is displayed.
Airplane mode is active.
Sync is active.
Battery is charging.
Battery is fully charged.
Icon
Notification
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New Hangouts message has arrived.
A calendar event is approaching.
A USB connection is active.
An alarm has been set.
A new Emergency alert has arrived.
An app update is available from the Google Play store.
An app update is downloading.
An app or software update was successful.
Keyboard is in use.
View additional notifications.
4G LTE active:
Roaming signal strength:
Airplane mode:
Sync:
Battery charging:
Battery full:
Main Notification Icons
New email:
New Gmail:
New Hangouts message:
Event:
USB:
Alarm:
Emergency alert:
Update available:
Update downloading:
Update successful:
Keyboard in use:
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More notifications available:
Notification Panel
Your tablet’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification
panel by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download updates, open
messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.
Open the Notification Panel
■ Drag the status bar down. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)
The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list.
Close the Notification Panel
■ Drag the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.)
– or –
Tap the Back key to close the notification panel.
Notification Panel Layout
The notification panel gives you access to notifications, settings, and the quick settings menu.
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Notification Panel Quick Settings
The Quick Settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used settings
options. Scroll left or right to display all available settings, and tap an icon to turn the selected feature on
or off.
You can customize which settings are available in your Quick Settings list.
1. From a home screen, drag the status bar down to display the notification panel.
2. Tap View all > Edit to display the quick settings panel options.
3. Drag buttons to arrange the order in which options appear in the quick settings panel.
4. Tap Done when you are finished.
Quick Connect
Quickly connect wirelessly to nearby devices that support Quick connect, Wi-Fi Direct, and devices that
can share media using Wi-Fi.
1. Open the notification panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen.
The notification panel opens.
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2. Tap Quick connect > Start to view available devices.
3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.
4. Tap More for options:
Set device visibility:
• Visible to all: Your device will always be visible to other devices.
• Visible to contacts: Your device will always be visible to contacts only.
• Only when Quick connect turned on: Your device will only be visible to other devices
when Quick connect is turned on.
About Quick connect: View software version.
Help: View information on using Quick connect.
Multi Window
The Multi window™ feature lets you multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.
Activate Multi Window
Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps,
adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other.
Note: Multi window is not available for all apps.
1. From any screen, touch and hold Recent apps .
2. Tap two apps that support Multi window to open them in split screen view.
– or –
If you are currently using an app that supports Multi window, tap another app to add it in split
screen view.
You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view:
1. From any screen, tap Recent apps .
Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in their title bar.
2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view.
Other recently used apps that support Multi window display below the launched app.
3. Tap an app shortcut to add it to the split screen view.
Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon.
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Window Controls
Use Window controls to switch windows, drag and drop content, minimize or maximize windows, or to
close a window.
1. Select an app window, and then tap Window controls in the middle of the window border.
2. The following options are available:
Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps.
Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share
from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature.
Maximize window: Open the selected app window in full screen view.
Close app: Close the selected app.
Customize the Home Screen
Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home
screen.
Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen
● Moving widgets and shortcuts: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the
desired location.
● Deleting widgets and shortcuts: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to
Remove .
● Displaying the home screen menu: From home, touch and hold an empty space to display the
home screen menu. Menu options include Wallpapers and Widgets.
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Change the Wallpaper
Select and assign your tablet’s background wallpaper.
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers .
Tip: You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings
> Wallpaper .
2. Tap an option to change the wallpaper.
Home screen: Set the background wallpaper for your home screen.
Lock screen: Set the wallpaper for your tablet’s lock screen.
Home and lock screens: Set a wallpaper for both your home screen and your lock screen.
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3. Select a wallpaper and tap Set as wallpaper.
The wallpaper is set.
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen
You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen.
1. From home, tap Apps .
The Apps list opens.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut.
The shortcut will disengage and you will see the current home screen.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on the home screen.
The shortcut is added to the home screen.
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Add Widgets to the Home Screen
You can add widgets to your tablet’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a
home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like an onscreen application. There are all kinds of
widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many
others.
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Widgets .
2. Touch and hold a widget icon.
The icon will disengage and you will see the current home screen.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on the home screen.
The widget is added to the home screen.
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Add Folders to the Home Screen
You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder, and then drag it on top of
another shortcut and release it.
2. Type a name for the folder and tap Done.
A new folder is created.
3. Tap the Back key to close the folder and return to the home screen.
4. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new
folder.
The new shortcut is added to the folder.
Change Folder Names
Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display.
1. From home, tap the folder to open it, and then tap the folder name.
2. Type a new name and then tap Done.
3. Tap the Back key to close the folder and return to the home screen.
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Change the Folder Color
You can change the color of a folder.
1. From home, tap the folder to open it.
2. Tap Palette and select a color.
3. Tap the Back key to close the folder and return to the home screen.
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Item
Description
More options
Access additional options.
Groups
Show contact groups.
Search
Search contacts.
Contacts
The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including
contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts synchronized with your Google
Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.
Contacts Cautions
Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is left uncharged. Accident or
malfunction may also cause loss or change to information. It is recommended that you keep a
separate copy of contacts and other important information. Sprint is not responsible for any damages
from lost or changed contacts.
Contacts Screen Layout
The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features.
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Item
Description
Image
Show the contact’s image.
Contact
Tap to show the contact’s details.
Add new contact
Add a new contact.
Add a Contact
You can add contacts from the Contacts application. Enter details such as name, phone numbers, email
addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Add to add a contact.
3. If you have multiple account types associated with your tablet, select an account to store your
contact:
• Select Device as the sync account if you want your contacts on your tablet only; they will
not be synced with your Google Account.
• Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced
automatically with your Google Account online. If you have multiple Google Accounts set
up, you will need to pick a specific account.
• Select Samsung account to sync your contacts automatically with your Samsung
account.
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• Select Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync to sync your contacts automatically with your
Microsoft Exchange account.
4. Enter as much contact information as you want.
Photo: Tap Photo to assign a picture to the contact.
Name: Enter the contact’s name.
Phone number: Enter a phone number for the contact.
Email: Enter an email address.
Groups: If desired, assign the contact to one or more contact groups.
More: Add additional information, such Organization, Address, Web address, IM account,
and more.
Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or address (such as Mobile, Home,
Work, and so on), tap the type to the right of the field and select the appropriate type.
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, and so on, tap Add on the right side of the
entry field.
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5. When you have finished adding information, tap Save.
The contact is added.
View Contacts
View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
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Edit a Contact
Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID
picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
The contact’s detailed listing appears.
3. Tap Edit.
4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save.
Your changes are saved to the contact entry.
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Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
The contact’s detailed listing appears.
3. Tap More (right) > Delete > Delete.
The contact is deleted.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the Contacts list and tap Delete > Delete.
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Share a Contact
You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More (right) > Share contact.
3. Select vCard file (VCF) or Text format.
4. Select a sharing method:
Both vCard file (VCF) and Text formats:
• Add to OneNote: Save the information to your OneNote account.
• Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on
pairing and sending via Bluetooth.
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• Save to Drive: Save the information to your Google Drive™ account.
• Email: Send the information as an email attachment. See Create and Send Email.
• Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment. See Create and Send a Gmail
Message.
• OneDrive: Save the information to your OneDrive account.
• Wi-Fi Direct: Send the information to another device using Wi-Fi Direct.
Text format only:
• Copy to clipboard: Save the information to your clipboard to be pasted later.
• Hangouts: Send the information through a Hangouts conversation.
• Memo: Save the information as a memo.
5. Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method.
Import Contacts
Import (load) contacts that have been backed up to device storage.
Import Contacts from Device Storage
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
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2. Tap More (left) > Settings > Import/Export contacts.
You will see the Import/Export contacts menu.
3. Tap Import.
4. Select a destination for the imported contacts.
5. Follow the prompts to complete the import.
The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account.
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Back Up Contacts
If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up using the Cloud, you
can manually back them up to your tablet’s memory for re-import if needed.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts .
You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap More (left) > Settings > Import/Export contacts.
You will see the Import/Export contacts menu.
3. Tap Export.
The contacts are exported from Contacts on your device to your device storage as vCards.
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Messaging and Internet
With wireless service and your tablet’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to
share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and
corporate email, social networking accounts, and Hangouts.
Gmail
Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail
messages. Before using Gmail, you must register a Google (Gmail) Account on your tablet. See Google
Account for details.
Gmail Cautions
Gmail is handled as email from a PC. Restricting email from PCs on your tablet prevents your tablet
from receiving Gmail.
Create and Send a Gmail Message
Use your tablet to create and send Gmail messages.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The Gmail inbox opens.
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2. In the inbox, tap Compose .
The Gmail composition window opens.
3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send .
The Gmail message is sent.
Gmail Composition Options
● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the To field, tap Expand to display Cc and Bcc fields.
● Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap Attachment > Attach
file. Locate and tap the picture or video you want to attach.
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● Save as a draft (Send Later): While composing your message, tap More options > Save
draft. The message is saved as a draft.
● Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap More options > Discard
> Discard.
Note: To view your draft email messages, in the inbox, tap Menu > Drafts.
Note: To view your sent messages, in the inbox, tap Menu > Sent.
Check Received Gmail Messages
Your tablet allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.
Open Gmail Messages from Notifications
When new Gmail arrives, you will see New Gmail in the status bar.
1. Drag the status bar down to display the notification panel.
2. Tap the new message from the notification panel.
The new Gmail message opens.
If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox.
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Open Gmail Messages from the Inbox
You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The Gmail inbox opens.
2. Tap the message thread you want to view.
The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed.
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Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages
● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your
reply message, and tap Send .
To reply to all, tap More options > Reply all.
● Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Forward , enter a recipient
and an additional message, and tap Send .
Use Gmail Labels
Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation
threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label “Inbox” is automatically
added to the thread. By then adding the label “travel,” all threads with “travel” are shown in a list.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
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2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap More options > Move to.
3. Tap a label for the thread.
The thread is added to the selected label.
Archive Gmail Threads
Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive for
archived threads, they appear in the inbox again.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
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2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap Archive .
The thread is now archived.
Mute Gmail Threads
If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads
that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When new mail
arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
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2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap More options > Mute.
The thread is now hidden.
Delete Gmail Threads
If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
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2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap Delete .
The thread is deleted.
Search Gmail Messages
If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
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2. Tap Search .
3. Enter your search text and tap Search .
The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it.
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Report Spam Gmail
You can report spam Gmail messages from your tablet’s Gmail inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Gmail .
The inbox opens.
2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap More options > Report spam.
The selected message is reported as spam.
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Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your tablet, you can add them from the Settings
> Accounts menu.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account.
2. Tap Google.
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