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Samsung SPHP600 Users Manual

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Samsung P600
User Guide
©2013 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Table of Contents
Get Started .................................................................................................................................... 1
Your Device at a Glance ........................................................................................................ 1
Set Up Your Device ............................................................................................................... 1
Activate Your Device ............................................................................................................. 3
Complete the Setup Application ............................................................................................ 4
Sprint Account Information and Help ..................................................................................... 5
Sprint Account Passwords ............................................................................................. 5
Manage Your Account .................................................................................................... 5
Device Basics ............................................................................................................................... 7
Your Device’s Layout ............................................................................................................. 7
Front View ...................................................................................................................... 7
Back View ....................................................................................................................... 8
Turn Your Device On and Off ................................................................................................ 9
Turn Your Screen On and Off ................................................................................................ 9
Touchscreen Navigation ...................................................................................................... 10
S Pen ................................................................................................................................... 13
S Pen Overview ............................................................................................................ 14
Remove the S Pen from your Device ........................................................................... 14
S Pen Gestures ............................................................................................................ 15
S Pen Features ............................................................................................................ 15
Turn Your Device On and Off .............................................................................................. 17
Turn Your Screen On and Off .............................................................................................. 17
Your Home Screen .............................................................................................................. 18
Creating Shortcuts ........................................................................................................ 19
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts .................................................................... 20
Adding and Removing Widgets .................................................................................... 20
Extended Home Screens ............................................................................................. 21
Recent Applications ...................................................................................................... 21
Quick Launch ............................................................................................................... 22
Mini App Tray ............................................................................................................... 22
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Status .................................................................................................................................. 22
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................ 24
Text Input Methods ....................................................................................................... 24
Google Voice Typing .................................................................................................... 25
Samsung Keyboard ...................................................................................................... 25
Swype ........................................................................................................................... 27
Tips for Editing Text ..................................................................................................... 29
Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 30
Wi-Fi Settings ...................................................................................................................... 31
Bluetooth Settings................................................................................................................ 31
Data Usage Settings ............................................................................................................ 32
More Settings....................................................................................................................... 33
Airplane Mode .............................................................................................................. 33
Mobile Networks ........................................................................................................... 33
Tethering ...................................................................................................................... 34
Wi-Fi Direct ................................................................................................................... 35
VPN .............................................................................................................................. 35
Nearby Devices ............................................................................................................ 36
Roaming ....................................................................................................................... 37
Sound Settings .................................................................................................................... 37
Volume ......................................................................................................................... 38
Default Notifications ..................................................................................................... 38
Touch Sounds .............................................................................................................. 38
Screen Lock Sounds .................................................................................................... 38
Display Settings ................................................................................................................... 39
Brightness .................................................................................................................... 39
Screen Timeout ............................................................................................................ 39
Auto-rotate Screen ....................................................................................................... 39
Font Style ..................................................................................................................... 40
Font Size ...................................................................................................................... 40
ck Launch ............................................................................................................... 40
Qui
Wallpaper Settings............................................................................................................... 40
Home Screen Wallpaper .............................................................................................. 41
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Lock Screen Wallpaper ................................................................................................ 41
Home and Lock Screens Wallpaper ............................................................................. 41
Power Saving Settings ......................................................................................................... 41
Storage Settings .................................................................................................................. 43
Device Memory ............................................................................................................ 43
SD Card ........................................................................................................................ 44
Battery Settings ................................................................................................................... 45
Application Manager ............................................................................................................ 45
Manage Applications .................................................................................................... 45
Running Services ......................................................................................................... 46
Memory Use ................................................................................................................. 46
Accounts and Sync Settings ................................................................................................ 46
Set Up a New Account ................................................................................................. 47
Manage Existing Accounts ........................................................................................... 47
Location Services Settings .................................................................................................. 47
Use Location Services .................................................................................................. 48
Use GPS Satellites ....................................................................................................... 48
Location and Google Search ........................................................................................ 48
Security Settings .................................................................................................................. 48
Screen Lock ................................................................................................................. 49
Encrypt Device ............................................................................................................. 51
Encrypt SD card ........................................................................................................... 52
Make Passwords Visible .............................................................................................. 52
Device Administrators .................................................................................................. 52
Unknown Sources ........................................................................................................ 53
Trusted Credentials ...................................................................................................... 53
Install from Device Storage .......................................................................................... 53
Clear Credentials .......................................................................................................... 53
Language and Input Settings ............................................................................................... 54
Language ..................................................................................................................... 54
Default Input Method .................................................................................................... 54
Googl
e Voice Typing Settings ...................................................................................... 55
Samsung Keyboard Settings ........................................................................................ 55
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T9 Trace ....................................................................................................................... 56
Swype Settings ............................................................................................................. 56
Voice Search ................................................................................................................ 56
Text-to-speech Output .................................................................................................. 57
Pointer Speed ............................................................................................................... 57
Back Up and Reset Settings ................................................................................................ 57
Backup and Restore ..................................................................................................... 58
Factory Data Reset ...................................................................................................... 58
Accessory Settings .............................................................................................................. 58
Date and Time Settings ....................................................................................................... 59
Accessibility Settings ........................................................................................................... 59
TalkBack Settings ......................................................................................................... 60
Developer Options Settings ................................................................................................. 61
USB Debugging ............................................................................................................ 61
Development Device ID ................................................................................................ 61
Allow Mock Locations ................................................................................................... 62
Desktop Backup Password .......................................................................................... 62
User Interface Options ................................................................................................. 62
Application Options ...................................................................................................... 63
System Update Settings ...................................................................................................... 63
Update PRL .................................................................................................................. 63
Update Profile ............................................................................................................... 63
Update Samsung Software .......................................................................................... 64
Update Firmware .......................................................................................................... 64
About Device ....................................................................................................................... 64
Contacts ...................................................................................................................................... 66
Get Started With Contacts ................................................................................................... 66
Add a Contact ...................................................................................................................... 68
Edit a Contact ...................................................................................................................... 69
Add or Edit Information for a Contact ........................................................................... 69
sign a Stored Picture to a Contact ........................................................................... 70
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Assign a New Picture to a Contact ............................................................................... 70
Join a Contact .............................................................................................................. 71
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Delete a Contact ........................................................................................................... 71
Synchronize Contacts .......................................................................................................... 71
Add Entries to Your Favorites .............................................................................................. 72
Add Facebook Content to Your Contacts ............................................................................ 73
Add Your Facebook Friends to Your Contacts ............................................................. 73
Create Groups ..................................................................................................................... 73
Share a Contact ................................................................................................................... 74
Accounts and Messaging ............................................................................................................ 76
Gmail / Google ..................................................................................................................... 76
Create a Google Account ............................................................................................. 76
Sign In to Your Google Account ................................................................................... 77
Access Gmail ............................................................................................................... 77
Send a Gmail Message ................................................................................................ 78
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages ............................................................................ 78
Email .................................................................................................................................... 79
Add an Email Account .................................................................................................. 79
Add a Corporate Email Account ................................................................................... 80
Compose and Send Email ............................................................................................ 81
View and Reply to Email .............................................................................................. 82
Manage Your Email Inbox ............................................................................................ 82
Corporate Email Features ............................................................................................ 83
Edit Email Account Settings ......................................................................................... 84
Delete an Email Account .............................................................................................. 85
Add an Email or Gmail Widget ..................................................................................... 85
Social Networking Accounts ................................................................................................ 86
Facebook ...................................................................................................................... 86
YouTube ....................................................................................................................... 87
Google Talk .................................................................................................................. 87
Applications and Entertainment .................................................................................................. 89
DivX ..................................................................................................................................... 89
DivX Legal Information ................................................................................................. 89
Locate Your VOD Registration Number ....................................................................... 90
ster Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies ........................... 90
Regi
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Google Play Store................................................................................................................ 91
Find and Install an App ................................................................................................. 92
Create a Google Checkout Account ............................................................................. 92
Request a Refund for a Paid App ................................................................................. 93
Open an Installed App .................................................................................................. 93
Uninstall an App ........................................................................................................... 93
Get Help with Google Play ........................................................................................... 94
Navigation ............................................................................................................................ 94
Google Maps ................................................................................................................ 94
Google Navigation ........................................................................................................ 95
Latitude ......................................................................................................................... 95
Music ................................................................................................................................... 96
Music Player ................................................................................................................. 96
Google Play Music ....................................................................................................... 96
Google Play Movies & TV .................................................................................................. 100
AllShare Play ..................................................................................................................... 101
Configure AllShare Settings ....................................................................................... 101
Set Up Web Storage .................................................................................................. 102
Share Files via Web Storage ...................................................................................... 102
Share Media via AllShare Play to a Target Device .................................................... 103
AllShare Play Screen Sharing via Group Cast ........................................................... 103
Peel Smart Remote ........................................................................................................... 104
Media Hub ......................................................................................................................... 104
Creating a New Media Hub Account .......................................................................... 104
Use Media Hub ........................................................................................................... 105
Media Hub Notices ..................................................................................................... 105
Web and Data ........................................................................................................................... 107
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 107
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ................................................... 107
Check the Wireless Network Status ........................................................................... 109
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network ......................................................................... 109
Spr
int Connections Optimizer ..................................................................................... 109
Data Services (Sprint 3G) .................................................................................................. 110
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Your Data Services User Name ................................................................................. 110
Launch a Web Connection ......................................................................................... 111
4G Services ....................................................................................................................... 111
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) .......................................................................................... 112
Prepare Your Device for VPN Connection ................................................................. 112
Set Up Trusted Credential Storage ............................................................................ 112
Add a VPN Connection .............................................................................................. 113
Connect to a VPN ....................................................................................................... 113
Disconnect from a VPN .............................................................................................. 113
Internet .............................................................................................................................. 113
Learn to Navigate Internet .......................................................................................... 114
Internet Options .......................................................................................................... 115
Select Text on a Web Page ........................................................................................ 116
Go to a Specific Website ............................................................................................ 116
Adjust Internet Settings .............................................................................................. 116
Reset the Internet Options to Default ......................................................................... 119
Set the Home Page .................................................................................................... 119
Create Bookmarks ...................................................................................................... 119
Create a New Homepage ........................................................................................... 120
Add Bookmarks to Your Home Screen ...................................................................... 120
Sprint Hotspot .................................................................................................................... 121
Camera and Video .................................................................................................................... 122
Take Pictures ..................................................................................................................... 122
Open the Camera ....................................................................................................... 122
Viewfinder Screen ...................................................................................................... 122
Review Pictures and Videos ....................................................................................... 123
Take a Picture ............................................................................................................ 125
Close the Camera ...................................................................................................... 125
Record Videos ................................................................................................................... 125
Camera Settings ................................................................................................................ 126
Camcorder Settings ........................................................................................................... 127
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery ........................................................................... 128
Open G
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allery .............................................................................................................. 128
View Photos and Videos ............................................................................................ 129
Zoom In or Out on a Photo ......................................................................................... 129
Watch Video ............................................................................................................... 129
Working with Photos .......................................................................................................... 130
Rotate and Save a Photo ........................................................................................... 130
Crop a Photo .............................................................................................................. 130
Photo Editor ....................................................................................................................... 130
Share Photos and Videos .................................................................................................. 132
Send Photos or Videos by Email ................................................................................ 132
Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth .................................................................... 132
Share Photos or Videos on Google+ .......................................................................... 133
Share Photos on Picasa ............................................................................................. 133
Share Videos on YouTube ......................................................................................... 133
Tools and Calendar ................................................................................................................... 135
Calendar ............................................................................................................................ 135
Add an Event to the Calendar .................................................................................... 135
Event Alerts ................................................................................................................ 137
View Events ................................................................................................................ 137
Erase Events .............................................................................................................. 138
Alarm ................................................................................................................................. 139
Set an Alarm ............................................................................................................... 139
Delete an Alarm .......................................................................................................... 140
Calculator........................................................................................................................... 140
World Clock ....................................................................................................................... 140
Memo ................................................................................................................................. 140
S Suggest .......................................................................................................................... 141
Transfer Files Between Your Device and a Computer ...................................................... 141
My Files ............................................................................................................................. 142
Dropbox ............................................................................................................................. 143
Download the Dropbox Desktop Application .............................................................. 143
Accessing Dropbox on Your Device ........................................................................... 143
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................... 143
Turn B
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luetooth On or Off ............................................................................................ 144
Bluetooth Settings ...................................................................................................... 144
Change the Device Name .......................................................................................... 144
Pair with a Bluetooth Device ...................................................................................... 145
Connect to a Paired Device ........................................................................................ 145
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device .......................................................................... 146
Unpair from a Bluetooth Device ................................................................................. 146
Send Information via Bluetooth .................................................................................. 146
Receive Information via Bluetooth .............................................................................. 147
microSD Card .................................................................................................................... 148
Insert a microSD Card ................................................................................................ 148
Remove a microSD Card ........................................................................................... 149
View microSD Card Memory ...................................................................................... 150
Format a microSD Card ............................................................................................. 150
Unmount a microSD Card .......................................................................................... 150
Update Your Device ........................................................................................................... 151
Update the PRL .......................................................................................................... 151
Update Your Profile .................................................................................................... 151
Update Your Samsung Software ................................................................................ 151
Update Firmware ........................................................................................................ 151
Index ......................................................................................................................................... 154
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Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your device and Sprint service the first time.
Your Device at a Glance
Set Up Your Device
Activate Your Device
Sprint Account Information and Help
Your Device at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your device’s primary external features and buttons.
Set Up Your Device
Charge the battery to begin setting up your device.
1. Plug the wide end of the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Jack on the bottom of your device.
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Warning! While the device is charging, if the touchscreen does not function due to an
unstable power supply, unplug the USB power adapter from the power outlet or unplug the USB cable from the device.
2. Plug the USB end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take up to three hours.
Note: Your device’s battery should have enough charge for the device to turn on and find a
signal, and set up the device. You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible.
3. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to turn the device on.
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If your device is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the
setup application.
If your device is not yet activated, see
Activate Your Device for more information.
Activate Your Device
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your device, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
● If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
● If you received your device 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 device 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 onscreen instructions to continue.
● If you received your device in the mail and you are activating a new device for an existing number on your account (you’re swapping devices), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your device.
Activate on your computer: Go to
instructions to activate your device.
sprint.com/activate and complete the online
Activate on your device:
• Turn on your new device. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your device will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
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• Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process.
● To confirm activation, launch Internet. If your device is still not activated or you do not
have access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for assistance.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock button while the device is being activated. Pressing the
Power/Lock button cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, contact Sprint Customer Service by calling
1-888-211-4727 from any other device.
Complete the Setup Application
The Setup application helps you set up certain features and preferences on your device. Once your device has been turned on and activated, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the Setup application.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup application before your device has been
activated on your Sprint account.
1.
Once your device is activated, you will see the Welcome screen. Choose a language, and then tap Start to get started.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have an option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Samsung account: Your Samsung account provides access to a variety of services.
• Create new account - Follow the instructions to create a new Samsung account.
• Sign in - Enter your credentials to sign in to your current Samsung account.
Make it Google - Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google account, or
tap Get an account to sign up for a new Google account right from your device.
• Sign in - Enter your Gmail address and password and tap Sign in to set up your
current Google account on this device. Follow the instructions to set up options, including enable purchases, Backup and restore options, Google location services, and information to personalize some apps. Tap Next to continue after each step.
• Get an account - Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google account.
There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address (Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup email address and a recovery question in case you forget your Google account sign-in information), an option to join Google+, and an option to enable purchases from the Google Play Store app. Tap Next between each screen.
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• Not now - Skip this step. You can always set up a Google account on your
device later, in Settings.
3. When setup is complete, tap Finish. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic touch/tap navigation.
Note: As you use your device, you may see a notice to turn on Sprint Connections Optimizer,
to allow your device to automatically connect to the best available network, including Wi­Fi networks. Follow the prompts on the notice to turn on Sprint Connections Optimizer, or turn it on or off at any time by tapping Home > Apps >Settings > More settings > Mobile networks > Connection optimizer.
Sprint Account Information and Help
Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help.
Sprint Account Passwords
Manage Your Account
Sprint Account Passwords
As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information and data services account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy.
Account User Name and Password
If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you sign on to you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at
sprint.com. (Click Sign in/Register and then click Sign up now! to get started.) If
sprint.com.
Data Services Password
With your Sprint device, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize Premium Service purchases.
For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
sprint.com or call Sprint
Manage Your Account
Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint device, or by phone.
Online at
● Access your account information.
sprint.com/mysprint
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● Check your data usage (depending on your Sprint service plan).
● View and pay your bill.
● Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment.
● Purchase accessories.
● Shop for the latest Sprint devices.
● View available Sprint service plans and options.
● Learn more about data services and other products like games, ring tones, screen
savers, and more.
From your Sprint device
● Press > Apps > Sprint Zone to access your Sprint account, get device
information and help, find recommended apps, and more.
From your phone
● Sprint Customer Service: 1-888-211-4727.
● Business Customer Service: 1-888-788-4727.
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Device Basics
Your device is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your device.
Your Device’s Layout
Turn Your Device On and Off
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Touchscreen Navigation
Your Home Screen
Status Bar
Enter Text
Your Device’s Layout
The following illustrations outline your device’s basic features.
Front View
The following illustration outlines your device’s primary external features and buttons.
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● Power/Lock Button lets you turn the device on or off, turn the screen on or off, enable
or disable data network mode or airplane mode, or restart the device.
● Volume Button allows you to adjust volume.
● Memory Card Slot allows you to install an optional microSD card (not included), for
additional storage.
● Light Sensor controls screen brightness automatically and when taking photos with the
Front-facing Camera.
● Self Camera Lens allows you to take photos or video recordings while looking at the
screen, using the Self-portrait/Self-recording options of the Camera.
● Speakers are used for music or video playback, notification tones, and for other sounds.
● Microphone captures audio.
● Touchscreen allows you to control your device with your finger, or with S Pen
Back View
The following illustration outlines your device’s primary external features and buttons.
● SIM Card Slot allows you to install a SIM card, for access to the Sprint network.
● 3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional stereo headset (not included).
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● IF LED emits infrared signals used for controlling external devices. For more information,
see
Peel Smart Remote.
● Camera Lens lets you take pictures and videos.
● Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the device charger/USB cable
(included).
● S Pen provides a new way to interact with your device, by writing inputs, or using the
special S Pen features.
Turn Your Device On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device on and off. Your screen remains blank while your device is off (unless the battery is charging).
Turn Your Device On
► Press and hold .
Turn Your Device Off
► Press and hold until the Device options menu displays, and then tap Power
off > OK.
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Your device 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 . Pressing
your device screen and show the lock screen.
To save battery power, the device automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when you leave it idle. Your device will still be able to receive email, sync with your accounts, and perform other functions while the screen is off.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen
Timeout
.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press .
Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock the screen. If you have set up a screen
lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password or PIN. See
Screen lock.
again will turn on
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Touchscreen Navigation
Your device’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap 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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Slide
To slide means to quickly drag your finger across the screen (for example, when entering text with Swype or drawing on the screen).
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Drag
To drag, touch 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.
Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
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Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen by turning the device sideways. When entering text, you can turn the device sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard.
Note: You can control whether the screen automatically rotates when you turn the device. To
make this selection, tap > > Settings > Display > Auto-rotate screen. See
Auto-rotate screen for more information.
Pinch and Spread
“Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Tip: Pinching any Home screen will let you see thumbnails of all Home screens (up to
seven). Tap a thumbnail to go straight to another Home screen.
S Pen
The S Pen is an intuitive stylus for device input. It integrates seamlessly with, allowing you to perform a host of operations.
Understanding the S Pen
Removing the S Pen from your Device
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Using the S Pen
Screen Capture
Air View
S Pen Overview
Below is a brief overview of the S Pen capabilities:
● Write directly into an email.
● Write directly onto the calendar.
● Annotate documents (Word, Excel, PPT, PDF).
● Write a note on the back of a picture.
● Access S-Note quickly from the lock screen.
The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations.
● Pen button: by pressing the Pen button, you can add functionality to the S Pen.
● Stylus tip: the tip of the S Pen is used for tapping or writing and drawing on the screen.
Remove the S Pen from your Device
The S Pen stores inside your device, to keep it protected and easy to locate.
Use your fingernail to pull the end of the S Pen out of the device. 1.
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Slide the S Pen out of the device. 2.
S Pen Gestures
Use S Pen to perform functions, by simply drawing or tapping on the screen while holding the S Pen button.
● Go back: Hold the S Pen button and draw to return to the previous screen.
● Open menu: Hold the S Pen button and draw to open a menu on any screen.
● Screen capture: Hold the S Pen button and touch and hold on the screen to save a
copy of the screen to the Clipboard,
● Select text: Hold the S Pen button and drag over the text. When you lift S Pen off the
screen, the text is saved to the clipboard and the editing toolbar appears.
● Popup note: Hold the S Pen button and tap the screen twice to launch Popup Note.
S Pen Features
Explore S Pen’s unique features to create and collaborate.
Easy Clip
Instantly outline and crop images on the screen, in any shape, to share or paste. You can edit the cropped content, or personalize it with your own handwriting.
1. Press and hold the S Pen button, then draw around the image you want to clip, making sure to close the shape.
2. Tap the app you want to paste the image into, or if you do nothing, the image is pasted to the screen.
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Write on Any Screen After Capture
To write on a screen capture, use the pen to draw or write.
Air View
Hover S Pen over the screen to preview content, or view information about an item on the screen. For example:
● Hover over an email in a list to preview the message before opening it.
● Hover over a photo album to preview the contents, or see a picture enlarged.
● Hover over the timeline during video playback to preview and navigate to specific
scenes.
● In Calendar, hover over dates and events to see details.
● Hover over an icon or screen button to view the item’s title.
For more information, and to configure Air View settings, . Tap > > > S Pen > Air view.
Quick Command
Multitask like never before. Launch Quick Command pad from any screen, to hand-write tasks. Use S Pen to draw a Quick Command to launch a feature, or draw a Quick Command followed by a keyword to personalize the command. For example:
● Draw a question mark “?” to search the Internet.
● Draw a question mark followed by a search term to search on the term.
For more information, and to configure Quick Command settings, . Tap > > > S Pen > Quick command.
Photo Notes
Write a note on the back of pictures to add detail to your memories.
1. Tap > > .
2. Choose a picture, and then tap > Draw on image.
3. Use S Pen to write a note on the back of the picture, and then tap Done to save the note with the picture.
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Note: Photo notes are saved with the picture on your device, but are not transferred when you
share the picture.
Popup Video
Multitask with Popup Video - transform your video player into a popup window floating on the screen. The video will continue to play, and the popup window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen.
► While watching a video, tap in the lower right corner of the screen.
Popup Browser
Multitask with Popup Browser - Launch a new, floating browser window by selecting a web link from any application.
► In any app, tap a web link, and then choose Popup Browser from the menu.
Turn Your Device On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device on and off.
Turn Your Device On
► Press and hold .
Turn Your Device Off
Press and hold . 1.
Tap Power off and then tap OK to power the device off. 2.
The screen remains blank while your device is off (unless the battery is charging).
Turn Your Screen On and Off
You can turn the screen off when not in use, and then 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 . Pressing the again turns the
screen on.
To save battery power, the device 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 Screen
Timeout.
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Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press .
2. Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock the screen.
If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password or PIN. See
Screen lock.
Your Home Screen
The home screen is the starting point for your device’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Drag the screen left or right to display additional screens.
Creating Shortcuts
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts
Adding and Removing Widgets
Extended Home Screens
Recently Used Applications
Mini App Tray
Note: Drag the screen left or right to display additional screens. The dots at the top of the
screen let you know your current position.
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Tip: Press to return to the main home screen from any other screen.
Creating Shortcuts
Learn how to add, move, or remove items from the home screen.
Adding Shortcuts from the Applications Menu
1. Press to display the main Home screen, and then navigate to the desired Home screen.
2. Tap to display applications, and then scroll through the icons to locate your desired application.
3. Touch and hold the application icon. This creates an immediate shortcut of the selected icon and closes the Applications tab.
4. While still holding the onscreen icon, position it on the current page. Once complete, release the screen to place the new shortcut on the screen.
Adding Shortcuts from the Home screen
1. Press to display the main Home screen, and then navigate to the desired Home screen.
2. Touch and hold an empty area of the Home screen, and then tap Apps and widgets > Apps tab.
3. Scroll through the icons to locate your desired application, and then touch and hold the application icon. This creates an immediate shortcut of the selected icon and closes the Applications tab.
4. While still holding the onscreen icon, position it on the screen.Release the icon to place the shortcut on the screen.
Deleting a Shortcut
1. Press to display the main Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen.
3. Drag the icon to the Delete icon and release it. As you place the shortcut into the Trash, both items turn red.
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