Samsung SMT830 Users Manual

Apps and features

Stand-alone mode

Use your tablet like a computer by connecting the Keyboard Cover.

To switch to Samsung DeX mode directly when connecting the Keyboard Cover, launch the

Settings Book Cover Keyboard is connected

app, tap

Position the tablet’s rear camera to insert it into the rear camera hole and put the tablet in the stand.

Advanced features

→

Samsung DeX

switch to activate it.

, and then tap the

Auto start when

Insert the tablet into the connection hole to meet the tablet’s connectors and the dock

ports.

Your tablet’s screen will change into Samsung DeX mode.

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Dual mode

Connect your tablet to an external display and use tablet’s features on a large screen.

You can use your external display in Samsung DeX mode and your device in tablet mode. You can also use your tablet as a touchpad.

Connect an HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI) to your tablet.

Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI) and to a TV or

monitor’s HDMI port.

Your tablet’s screen will appear on the connected screen.

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Using Samsung DeX

Use your tablet’s features in an interface environment similar to a computer. You can multitask by running multiple apps simultaneously. You can also check your tablet’s notifications and status.

Favourite apps

Samsung DeX home screen

Quick access toolbar

Apps button

Status bar

Taskbar

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When starting or ending Samsung DeX, running apps may be closed.

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Some apps or features may not be available when using Samsung DeX.

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To adjust the screen settings, use the connected TV or monitor’s display settings.

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Favourite apps: Add frequently used apps to the Home screen and launch them quickly.

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Apps button: View and run your tablet’s apps. To install apps that are optimised for Samsung DeX, tap

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Taskbar: View the apps that are currently running.

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Status bar: View your tablet’s notifications and status. Status icons may appear differently

Apps for Samsung DeX

depending on your tablet’s status. When you click

, the quick setting buttons will appear. You can activate or deactivate certain smartphone features using the quick setting buttons.

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Quick access toolbar: Use quick tools, such as screen keyboard, volume control, or search.

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Controlling the Samsung DeX screen

Controlling via your tablet

You can use your tablet as a touchpad.

You can use the touchpad only when using Samsung DeX mode.

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Controlling the screen

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Tapping: Launch an app or select a button.

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Tapping with two fingers: Show the additional options.

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Swiping with two fingers: Scrolling the screen in any direction.

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Spreading or pinching with two fingers: Zoom in or out.

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Tapping and holding: Select an item on the screen.

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Dragging: Move an item or select text.

Using the screen keyboard

Open the screen keyboard on the connected TV or monitor to enter text.

On the quick access toolbar, tap

The screen keyboard will appear.

Ending the connection

To disconnect your tablet from the connected monitor, remove your tablet from the DeX Pad.

Be sure to remove your tablet horizontally. Raising it up too high, pulling it excessively, or shaking it may damage the mobile device connector (USB Type-C).

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Apps and features

HDMI cable

HDMI adaptor (USB

Type-C to HDMI)

Connecting to an external display

You can connect your tablet to an external display, such as a TV or monitor, and view presentations or movies on the connected display. Connect your tablet to an external display using an HDMI cable and HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI). You can view your tablet’s content on the connected screen.

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HDMI cables and adaptors (USB Type-C to HDMI) are sold separately.

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Use only a Samsung-approved HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI). Performance problems and malfunctions caused by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty.

Connect an HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI) to your tablet.

Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI) and to a TV or

monitor’s HDMI port.

Your tablet’s screen will appear on the connected screen.

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Google apps

Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.

To view more app information, access each app’s help menu.

Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.

Chrome

Search for information and browse webpages.

Gmail

Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.

Maps

Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for various places around you.

Play Music

Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later.

Play Movies & TV

Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from

Play Store

Drive

Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.

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YouTube

Watch or create videos and share them with others.

Photos

Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.

Hangouts

Send messages, images, and emoticons to your friends and have video calls with them.

Google

Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.

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Settings

Introduction

Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.

Launch the

To search for settings by entering keywords, tap

Settings

app.

Connections

Options

Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.

On the Settings screen, tap

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Wi-Fi

: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or

other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.

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Bluetooth

devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.

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Tablet visibility

: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled

: Allow other devices to find your device to share content with you. When

Connections

this feature is activated, your device will be visible to other devices when they search for available devices using their Transfer files to device option.

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Data usage

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Flight mode

only non-network services.

: Keep track of your data usage amount.

: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use

Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight mode.

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Settings

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Location

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More connection settings

connection settings for more information.

: Change settings for location information permissions.

: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to More

Wi-Fi

Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices.

Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

On the Settings screen, tap

Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.

Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. Enter the password and tap

CONNECT

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Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks and tap

If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature or the wireless router.

FORGET

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

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Settings

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap

Sending and receiving data

You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device.

Wi-Fi Direct

The detected devices are listed.

If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.

Select a device to connect to.

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connection request.

Launch the

Gallery

app and select an image.

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Tap →

Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.

If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without the connection request procedure.

Ending the device connection

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap

2 3

Wi-Fi Direct

The device displays the connected devices in the list.

Tap the device name to disconnect the devices.

Wi-Fi Direct

and select a device to transfer the image to.

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

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Settings

Bluetooth

Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

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Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth.

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Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.

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Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.

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Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).

Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.

Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Settings screen, tap

activate it.

The detected devices will be listed.

Select a device to pair with.

If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.

Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.

Connections

→

Bluetooth

, and then tap the switch to

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request.

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Settings

Sending and receiving data

Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device.

Launch the

Tap →

If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generated passkey.

If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option.

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.

Gallery

Bluetooth

app and select an image.

, and then select a device to transfer the image to.

Unpairing Bluetooth devices

On the Settings screen, tap

The device displays the paired devices in the list.

Tap next to the device name to unpair.

Connections

→

Bluetooth

Tap

Unpair

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Settings

More connection settings

Customise settings to control other features.

On the Settings screen, tap

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Nearby device scanning

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Printing

for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more information.

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VPN

private network.

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Ethernet

configure network settings.

: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search

: Set up virtual networks (VPNs) on your device to connect to a school or company’s

: When you connect an Ethernet adaptor, you can use a wired network and

Connections

: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to.

→

More connection settings

Printing

Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.

Some printers may not be compatible with the device.

Adding printer plug-ins

Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.

On the Settings screen, tap

Add service

Search for a printer plug-in in

Select a printer plug-in and install it.

Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it.

The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.

Connections

Play Store

→

More connection settings

→

Printing

→

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Settings

Select a printer to add.

To add printers manually, tap →

Add printer

Printing content

While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap

→

All printers...

Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.

, and then select a printer.

Sounds and vibration

Options

Change settings for various sounds on the device.

→

On the Settings screen, tap

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Sound mode

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Use Volume keys for media

press the Volume key.

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Volume

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Vibration intensity

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Notification sounds

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Do not disturb

exceptions.

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Touch sounds

touchscreen.

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Screen lock sounds

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Charging sound

: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode.

: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications.

: Adjust the force of the vibration notification.

: Change the notification sound.

: Set the device to mute notification sounds, except for allowed

: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the

: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touchscreen.

: Set the device to sound when it is connected to a charger.

Sounds and vibration

: Set the device to adjust the media volume level when you

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Settings

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Vibration feedback

navigation bar and for other actions, such as tapping and holding items.

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Keyboard sound

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Keyboard vibration

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Sound quality and effects

You can also activate the surround sound mode. Refer to Dolby Atmos (surround sound) for more information.

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Separate app sound

connected Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the sound of other apps. For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.

: Set the device to vibrate when you tap the buttons on the

: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.

: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched.

: Configure additional sound settings.

: Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the

Dolby Atmos (surround sound)

Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio, such as movies, music, and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience moving audio sounds that flows all around you.

On the Settings screen, tap

Atmos

, tap the switch to activate it, and then select a mode.

Sounds and vibration

→

Sound quality and effects

→

Dolby

Notifications

Change the notification settings for each app.

On the Settings screen, tap

To display icon badges, tap the style, tap

App icon badges

Notifications

App icon badges

switch to activate it. To change the badge

With number Without number

To customise notification settings for more apps, tap

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ADVANCED

and select an app.

Settings

Display

Options

Change the display and the Home screen settings.

On the Settings screen, tap

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Brightness

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Auto brightness

them automatically in similar lighting conditions.

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Blue light filter

light filter for more information.

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Font and screen zoom

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Screen mode

the screen mode or adjusting the display colour for more information.

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Home screen

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Icon frames

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Status bar

bar.

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Navigation bar

: Adjust the brightness of the display.

: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and apply

: Activate the blue light filter and change the filter settings. Refer to Blue

: Change the screen mode or adjust the display’s colour. Refer to Changing

: Change the Home screen settings.

: Set whether to display shaded backgrounds to make icons stand out.

: Customise the settings for displaying notifications or indicators on the status

: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft

Display

: Change the screen zoom setting or font size and style.

buttons) for more information.

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Screen timeout

backlight.

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Block accidental touches

input when it is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag.

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Screensaver

connected to a dock. Refer to Screensaver for more information.

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Double tap to wake up

anywhere on the screen while the screen is turned off.

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s

: Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting touch

: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging or

: Set the device to turn on the screen by double-tapping

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Settings

Blue light filter

Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen.

While you are watching HDR videos from HDR-exclusive video services, the blue light filter may not be applied.

On the Settings screen, tap

switch to activate it.

Drag the adjustment bar to adjust the filter’s opacity.

To set the schedule to apply the blue light filter to the screen, tap the

scheduled

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Sunset to sunrise

the morning, based on your current location.

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Custom schedule

switch to activate it and select an option.

: Set the device to apply the blue light filter at night and turn it off in

: Set a specific time to apply the blue light filter.

Display

→

Blue light filter

, and then tap the

Turn on as

Turn on now

Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour

Select a screen mode suitable for viewing movies or images, or adjust the display colour to your preference. If you select the balance by colour value.

Adaptive display

mode, you can adjust the display colour

Changing the screen mode

On the Settings screen, tap

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Adaptive display

display. You can also adjust the display colour balance by colour value.

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AMOLED cinema

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AMOLED photo

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Basic

: This is set as default and is suitable for general use.

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You can adjust the display colour only in

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Adaptive display

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You cannot change the screen mode while applying the blue light filter.

: This optimises the colour range, saturation, and sharpness of your

: This is suitable for watching videos.

: This is suitable for viewing images.

Display

mode may not be compatible with third-party apps.

→

Screen mode

and select a mode you want.

Adaptive display

mode.

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Optimising the full screen colour balance

Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference.

When you drag the colour adjustment bar towards When you drag the bar towards

On the Settings screen, tap

Adjust the colour adjustment bar under

The colour balance of the screen will be optimised.

Warm

Display

, the red colour tone will increase.

→

Screen mode

Full screen colour balance

Cool

Adjusting the screen tone by colour value

Increase or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the

On the Settings screen, tap

Display

→

Screen mode

, the blue colour tone will increase.

→

Adaptive display

Red, Green

→

Adaptive display

, or

Blue

value individually.

Tick

2 3

Advanced options

Adjust the

The screen tone screen will be adjusted.

Red, Green

, or

Blue

colour bar to your preference.

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Screensaver

You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging or connected to a dock.

On the Settings screen, tap

Select an option.

If you select select

Tap to select albums for displaying images.

When you are finished, tap the Back button.

To preview the selected option, tap

Photo Table

When you tap the screen while your screensaver is displayed, the screen will turn on.

Photo Frame

, selected images will appear as small cards and overlap.

Display

Photos

→

PREVIEW

Wallpaper

Screensaver

, a slideshow with selected images will start. If you

and tap the switch to activate it.

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

On the Settings screen, tap

Wallpaper

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Advanced features

Options

Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.

On the Settings screen, tap

Excessive shaking or an impact to the device may cause an unintended input for some features using sensors.

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S Pen

information about

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Samsung DeX

information.

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Accessories

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Daily Board

Board for more information.

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Smart stay

at it.

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Games

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Device assistance app

: Change the settings for using the S Pen. Refer to S Pen features for more

Air view

: Set the device to use like a computer. Refer to Samsung DeX for more

: Change the accessory settings.

: Set the device to show a slideshow with selected images. Refer to Daily

: Set the device to prevent the display from turning off while you are looking

: Activate the Game Launcher. Refer to Game Launcher for more information.

Advanced features

and

Screen off memo

: Select a device assistance app to launch when you tap and hold

the Home button. The device assistance app will gather information from the current screen and provide related information, apps, and features.

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Multi window

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Smart capture

and share the screenshot immediately.

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Palm swipe to capture

hand to the left or right across the screen. You can view the captured images in

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

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Easy mute

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Direct share

panel to allow you to share content directly.

: Select a Multi window launch method.

: Set the device to capture the current screen and scrollable area, and crop

: Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your

: Set the device to mute alarms by using palm motions.

: Set the device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options

Gallery

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Device maintenance

The device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger.

Battery

Storage

Device security

Memory

Using the quick optimisation feature

On the Settings screen, tap

The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions.

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Clearing some memory.

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Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background.

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Managing abnormal battery usage.

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Scanning for crashed apps and malware.

Device maintenance

→

FIX NOW

OPTIMISE NOW

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Battery

Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features.

On the Settings screen, tap

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

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You may not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving mode.

Device maintenance

→

Battery

Power saving mode

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MID

: Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.

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MAX

: In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by applying the dark theme and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections will be deactivated.

Managing the battery

You can save battery power by preventing apps that are running in the background from using battery power when they are not being used. Tick apps from the apps list and tap

SAVE

POWER

You can set the device to charge the battery more quickly. Tap tap the

. Also, tap →

Fast cable charging

Advanced settings

switch to activate it.

and set the

App power monitor

Storage

Check the status of the used and available memory.

On the Settings screen, tap

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The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may change when you update the device.

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You can view the available capacity of the internal memory in the Specification section for your device on the Samsung website.

Device maintenance

→

Storage

options.

→

Advanced settings

and

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