Sony G1109 User Manual
User guide
Xperia Touch
G1109
Contents
Getting started..............................................................................6
About this User guide.......................................................................6
Overview........................................................................................... 6
Assembly........................................................................................... 7
Starting your device for the first time...............................................7
Projection modes..............................................................................8
Presence Sensor................................................................................9
Why do I need a Google account?..................................................10
Device security.............................................................................12
Making sure your device is protected.............................................12
Screen lock.......................................................................................12
Unlocking your device automatically..............................................13
Learning the basics......................................................................14
Using the touchscreen.................................................................... 14
Using Gesture Control..................................................................... 15
Locking and unlocking the screen..................................................18
Home screen................................................................................... 19
Application screen.......................................................................... 20
Navigating applications...................................................................21
Widgets........................................................................................... 23
Shortcuts and folders......................................................................23
Background and themes................................................................ 24
Taking a screenshot........................................................................ 24
Notifications....................................................................................24
Icons in the status bar.................................................................... 26
Applications overview.................................................................... 28
Battery and maintenance........................................................... 30
Using your device........................................................................... 30
Updating your device..................................................................... 30
Maintenance using a computer......................................................32
Storage and memory...................................................................... 32
Backing up and restoring content..................................................34
Downloading applications.......................................................... 37
Downloading applications from Google Play™............................. 37
Downloading applications from other sources..............................37
Internet and networks.................................................................38
Browsing the web...........................................................................38
Wi-Fi................................................................................................ 38
Controlling data usage................................................................... 40
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Virtual private networks (VPNs)......................................................40
Synchronising data on your device............................................ 42
Synchronising with online accounts...............................................42
Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®..................42
Basic settings.............................................................................. 44
Accessing settings.......................................................................... 44
Sound volume.................................................................................44
Do not disturb mode...................................................................... 45
Screen settings................................................................................45
Application settings........................................................................ 47
Resetting your applications............................................................47
Screen saver....................................................................................48
Language settings.......................................................................... 48
Date and time................................................................................. 49
Enhancing the sound output..........................................................49
Multiple user accounts................................................................... 50
Typing text...................................................................................52
On-screen keyboard....................................................................... 52
Entering text using voice input.......................................................53
Editing text...................................................................................... 53
Weather and clock.......................................................................55
Weather and clock settings............................................................ 55
Weather and clock overview.......................................................... 55
Board........................................................................................... 56
Memos on the Board overview...................................................... 56
Writing pad window overview....................................................... 56
Calendar...................................................................................... 58
Calendar overview.......................................................................... 58
Video call.....................................................................................60
Using video call...............................................................................60
Voice control................................................................................ 61
Using Voice control..........................................................................61
Contacts.......................................................................................63
Searching and viewing contacts.....................................................63
Adding and editing contacts.......................................................... 63
Transferring contacts...................................................................... 64
Favourites........................................................................................65
Sending contact information..........................................................65
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application.................66
Backing up contacts....................................................................... 66
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Email............................................................................................ 67
Setting up email.............................................................................. 67
Sending and receiving email messages.........................................67
Organising your email messages...................................................68
Email account settings....................................................................69
Gmail™............................................................................................69
Music........................................................................................... 70
Transferring music to your device.................................................. 70
Listening to music...........................................................................70
Music menu..................................................................................... 71
Playlists............................................................................................72
Sharing music..................................................................................73
Enhancing the sound...................................................................... 73
Camera.........................................................................................74
Taking photos and recording videos.............................................. 74
General camera settings................................................................. 75
Still camera settings........................................................................ 77
Video camera settings.................................................................... 79
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 80
Viewing photos and videos............................................................80
Album home screen menu............................................................. 81
Sharing and managing photos and videos.................................... 81
Hiding photos and videos.............................................................. 82
Connectivity.................................................................................84
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV.................84
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices.............................84
Connecting your device to HDMI devices...................................... 86
Connecting your device to USB accessories.................................. 86
Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ 4 wireless
controller......................................................................................... 87
Near Field Communication (NFC)....................................................87
Bluetooth® wireless technology.....................................................89
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 92
Google Feed....................................................................................92
Using the News Suite application...................................................92
Travel and maps.......................................................................... 93
Using location services................................................................... 93
Google Maps™................................................................................93
Airplane mode................................................................................ 93
Accessibility.................................................................................94
Magnification gesture.................................................................... 94
Font size..........................................................................................94
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Colour correction............................................................................ 94
Mono audio.....................................................................................94
Support and legal........................................................................95
Support application........................................................................ 95
Help in menus and applications.....................................................95
Restarting, resetting and repairing................................................95
Help us improve our software........................................................96
Recycling your device..................................................................... 97
Legal information............................................................................97
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia Touch User guide for the Android™ 7.1.1 software version. If
you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in
the Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User guide. The Android version might not be aected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see
To check the current software version of your device
• Find and tap Settings > About device > Android™ version.
Overview
Updating your device
on page 30.
1. Projection window (Laser aperture)
2. Left speaker
3. Infrared light for touch sensing
4. Memory card tray
5. Right speaker
6. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port
7. LED indicator
8. HDMI Type D port
9. GPS antenna area
10. Power key
11. Camera
Do not cover the Infrared light for touch sensing or the Laser AF sensor.
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12. Presence sensor
13. Ambient light sensor
14. Volume keys
15. INPUT key
16. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® antenna area
17. NFC detection area
18. Microphone
19. Laser Auto Focus sensor
20. Forced POWER-OFF button
21. Temperature/humidity sensor
22. Slot cover
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Assembly
To insert the memory card
1 Drag out the memory card tray using your fingernail.
2 Firmly place the memory card in the correct orientation as shown in the
illustration.
3 Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place.
Starting your device for the first time
Always use the provided USB Type-C™ charger when using your device, as other
USB chargers may cause damage or fail to function correctly. See
on page 30.
To connect the charger
Using your device
1 Remove the slot cover.
2 Plug the power cable into its slot as shown in the illustration.
3 Gently reattach the slot cover.
4 Plug the charger into the power outlet. The charging indicator next to the
power cable slot lights up briefly.
To turn on the device
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1 Place the device on a clean, flat, horizontal surface. Make sure there are no
obstructions in front of the device or within the projection area.
2 Remove the protection film from the projection window.
3 Press and hold the power key until the volume buttons light up. The
projection starts approximately 30 seconds after the device is turned on.
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic settings,
personalise your device and sign in to your accounts, for example a Google™ account.
To turn o the device
1 Press and hold down the power key until the Options menu opens.
2 In the Options menu, tap Power o.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Projection modes
You can either project the screen onto a table or onto a wall. Projecting onto a
table lets you take full advantage of the touchscreen functions, while projecting
onto a wall is ideal for viewing multimedia content, for example, watching films.
You can also change the orientation of the projection mode in case of vertically
displayed apps.
When the temperature of the projector exceeds the normal operating range, a warning
message is displayed in the top right corner of the Home screen. The projector will turn o
automatically when it gets too hot.
To navigate the touchscreen
• Navigate the projected screen using your finger.
The projected image size is 23 inches wide.
The device automatically pauses the projection if it is moved or lifted during operation.
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To project onto a wall
1 Place the device directly against the wall in the correct orientation as shown
in the illustration. Make sure there are no obstructions above the device or
within the projection area.
2 To increase or decrease the projection area, reposition the device further
from or closer to the wall, as shown in the illustration. The projected image
size varies according to the distance from the wall:
• 0 cm: 23 inches
• Approximately 9 cm: 40 inches
• Approximately 18 cm: 60 inches
• Approximately 28 cm: 80 inches
Touch functions are only available when the device is placed on a horizontal surface or
directly against a vertical surface.
Touch functions will not work properly:
• If the device is placed on a shiny or reflective surface, or under direct sunlight.
• If you wear reflective jewellery or dark or glitter nail polish.
To change the projection orientation
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Portrait apps orientation.
2 Select the desired orientation setting.
Presence Sensor
Your device is equipped with a sensor to detect user presence based on
movement of heat sources. When the Presence Sensor detects someone, your
device wakes up from sleep mode and starts projecting.
The Presence Sensor starts to work when you are using wall projection mode, 10
seconds after your device goes to sleep. You can also set the Presence sensor
manually for table projection mode. The Presence Sensor has a detection range of
110° for up to two meters.
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The Presence Sensor may detect not only a person, but also a pet or heating appliance. It
may not work properly when the ambient temperature changes due to air conditioning or if
the user is in front of the device, but does not move.
To change the Presence Sensor settings
1 Find and tap Settings > Display.
2 Tap Presence sensor settings, then select an option.
Why do I need a Google account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android platform developed by
Google. A range of Google applications and services is available on your device
when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the
Play Store™. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google account. For
example, a Google account enables you to do the following:
• Download and install applications from Google Play™.
• Synchronise your email, contacts and calendar using Gmail.
• Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
• Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™
web browser.
• Identify yourself as the authorised user after a software repair using Xperia™
Companion.
For more information about Android and Google, go to
It is crucial to remember your Google account user name and password, since in some
situations, you may need it to identify yourself for security reasons. If you fail to give your
Google user name and password in such situations, your device is locked. Also, if you have
more than one Google account, make sure to enter the details for the relevant account.
support.google.com
.
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To set up a Google account on your device
1 Find and tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account > Google.
2 Follow the registration wizard to create a Google account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google account from the setup guide the first time you
start your device. Alternatively, you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
.
To remove a Google account
1 Find and tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Google.
2 Select the Google account that you want to remove.
3 Tap
> Remove account.
4 Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google account, any security features that are linked to your Google
account will no longer be available.
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Device security
Making sure your device is protected
Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or
theft:
• Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password or pattern. For more
information, see
• Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen
or wiped. For more information, see
Verifying the ownership of your device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are
examples of protection features and their required credentials:
Screen lock
on page 12.
Why do I need a Google account?
on page 10.
Factory Data Reset
protection
Xperia™ Companion
software repair
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to
perform a Factory Data Reset.
You must enter your Google™ account username and
password when you start the device after the repair is
complete.
Screen lock
There are several screen lock options available. The security level of each lock type
is listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
• Swipe: no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen.
• Pattern: draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
• PIN: enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
• Password: enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
It is very important that you remember your screen lock pattern, PIN or password.
If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such
as contacts and messages. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
(EAS) account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lock
screen type to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network
administrator specifies a lock screen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise
security reasons. Contact the network administrator of your company or
organisation to check what network security policies are implemented for mobile
devices.
For more settings for each screen lock type tap
beside Screen lock.
To create a screen lock pattern
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock > Pattern.
2 Draw your pattern, then tap CONTINUE.
3 Re-draw your pattern, then tap CONFIRM.
If you enter an incorrect lock pattern
trying again.
To change your screen lock type
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
2 Confirm your current screen lock, choose an option and follow the on-screen
instructions.
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To change the screen lock pattern
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
2 Draw your screen unlock pattern.
3 Tap Pattern, and follow the on-screen instructions to create your pattern.
To create a screen lock PIN
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock. If prompted,
confirm your current screen lock.
2 Select PIN.
3 Enter a numeric PIN, then tap CONTINUE.
4 Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
To create a screen lock password
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock. If prompted,
confirm your current screen lock.
2 Select Password.
3 Enter a password and tap CONTINUE > OK. Choose an option and follow the
instructions on your device.
To activate the Swipe unlock function
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock. If prompted,
confirm your current screen lock and tap CONTINUE.
2 Select Swipe, then tap YES, REMOVE.
Unlocking your device automatically
The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain
situations, for example, when connected to a Bluetooth device.
The Smart Lock feature is available in most markets, countries or regions.
http://www.support.google.com/
Go to
information about the Smart Lock feature.
To enable Smart Lock
1 Set a pattern, PIN or password as a screen lock if you have not already done
so.
2 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Trust agents.
3 Tap the Smart Lock (Google) slider to enable the function.
4 Tap
5 Find and tap Smart Lock.
6 Enter your pattern, PIN or password. You need to enter these credentials to
7 Select a Smart Lock type.
.
change your Smart Lock settings.
and search “Smart Lock” for more
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
• Open or select an item.
• Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
• Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
• Move an item.
• Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
Pinching in and out
• Zoom in or out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos
or shooting videos.
Swiping and scrolling
• Scroll up and down, or left and right.
• Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
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Flicking
• Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
Using Gesture Control
The Gesture Control function lets you use supported hand gestures to control your
device, without touching the screen. This function only works when projecting
onto a wall.
To activate the tracking session, stand in front of the camera and perform the
required motions. The detection range for Gesture Control is 50° from the camera.
You must position yourself 1m - 4m from the camera to allow for detection.
Gesture Control can be used for some, but not all, Android apps and features.
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To activate a tracking session
1 Make sure that your device is in wall projection mode.
2 Face the projection screen and raise your hand as shown in the illustration.
3 Hold your finger steady for at least 1 second to allow for recognition. When
icon appears, you can begin the tracking session.
the
4 Keep your hand raised for the tracking session to remain active. Lower your
hand to end the tracking session.
The camera is not able to detect your hand if the room is completely dark, so make sure
there is ambient lighting when using Gesture Control.
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To navigate the projected screen
• When a tracking session is activated, use your finger to navigate the screen.
Make sure not to cover your index finger as this can interfere with the sensor.
To click an item
1 When a tracking session is activated, use your index finger to point to the
desired item with the
icon.
2 To click the item, briefly touch your thumb and index finger together as
shown in the illustration.
3 Separate your thumb and index finger to complete the motion.
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To drag and drop an item
1 When a tracking session is activated, use your index finger to point to the
desired item with the icon.
2 Bring your thumb and index finger together to select and hold the item, as
shown in the illustration. The
3 Keeping your thumb and index finger together, move your hand to drag the
item as desired.
4 To drop the item, separate your thumb and index finger as shown in the
illustration.
icon appears.
To mute or unmute your device
• When a tracking session is activated, hold your finger to your mouth as shown in
the illustration.
To turn o Gesture Control
1 To turn o Gesture Control, find and tap Apps > Settings > Accessibility >
Gesture Control.
2 Tap the slider to enable or disable the function.
Locking and unlocking the screen
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to
save battery power. You can set a lock that prevents unwanted actions on the
touchscreen when you are not using it. You can change the security settings later
and add other kinds of locks. See
Screen lock
on page 12.
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To activate the screen
• Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Your Home screen can
have up to 20 panes, which extend beyond the regular screen display width. The
number of Home screen panes is represented by a series of stripes at the lower
part of the Home screen. The highlighted stripe shows the pane that is currently
displayed.
1 Stripes — Represents the number of Home screen panes
To go to the Home screen
• Press
To browse the Home screen
.
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of 20 panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home
screen pane.
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To set a pane as the main Home screen pane
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen.
2 Swipe left or right to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap .
When Google Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the main
Home screen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see
page 92.
Google Feed
on
To add a pane to your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen.
2 Swipe the panes all the way to the right or left, then tap .
When Google Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and additional
panes cannot be added to the left. For more information, see
Google Feed
on page 92.
To delete a pane from your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen.
2 Swipe left or right to the pane that you want to delete, then tap on the top
right corner of the pane.
Home screen settings
To disable or uninstall an application from the Home screen
Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from
Settings > Apps. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled.
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen.
2 Swipe left or right to browse the panes. All applications that can be disabled
or uninstalled are indicated by
.
3 Tap the relevant application, then tap DISABLE if the app came pre-installed
on your device or OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to
uninstall it.
To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen, then tap
.
2 Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, contains the
applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you
download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To enable or disable the recommended apps listings
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap
2 Tap
.
3 Tap the App recommendations slider.
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To open an application from the Application screen
• When the Application screen is open, flick left or right to find the application,
and then tap the application.
To search for an application from the Application screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap Search applications or simply
swipe down on the Application screen or Home screen.
2 Enter the name of the application that you want to search for.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap .
2 Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1 On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it
becomes selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home
screen opens.
2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release it.
To move an application on the Application screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap
2 Make sure that Own order is selected under Sort apps.
3 Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the
new location.
.
To disable or uninstall an application from the Application screen
Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from
Settings > Apps. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled.
1 Touch and hold any area on the Application screen. All applications that can
be disabled or uninstalled are then indicated by .
2 Tap the relevant application, then tap DISABLE if the app came pre-installed
on your device or OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to
uninstall it.
Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys and the recently
used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used
applications. The navigation keys are the Back key, the Home key, and the Recent
apps key. You can also pop open two applications on the screen at once using the
split screen mode, if the application supports multi-window function. Some
applications get closed when you press the Home key
paused or continue to run in the background. If an application is paused or
running in the background, you can continue where you left o the next time you
open the application.
Navigating applications overview
to exit while others are
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1 Clear all – Tap to close all recently used applications
2 Recently used applications window – Tap to open a recently used application
3 Recent apps key – Tap to open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar
4 Home key – Tap to go back to the Home screen
5 Back key – Tap to go back or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
• Press .
To quickly switch between recently used applications
• Quickly press
twice.
To close all the recently used applications
• Tap
and then tap CLEAR ALL.
To open a menu in an application
• While using the application, tap .
A menu is not available in all applications.
Split screen mode
Split screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if
you want to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time.
Application 1 in left window
1
2 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows
3 Application 2 in right window
4 Split screen key – Select a recently used application
5 Home key – Go back to the Home screen
6 Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
Not all applications support split screen mode.
To use split screen mode
1 Make sure that the two applications that you want to use in split screen
mode are open and running in the background.
2 Open the application that you would like to use in split screen mode, then
tap and hold
. The application will be assigned to the first part of the split
screen.
3 Select the second desired application from the thumbnail list.
4 If you want to resize the split screen windows, drag the split screen border in
the centre.
5 To exit split screen mode, tap and hold
while the split screen windows are
displayed.
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Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen.
They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to
see basic weather information directly on your Home screen. When you tap the
widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets
from Google Play.
To add a widget to the Home screen
1 Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen until the
customisation menu appears, then tap
2 Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1 Touch and hold a widget until it becomes selected, then release the widget.
If the widget can be resized, for example the Calendar widget, then a
highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
2 Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
3 To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
To move a widget
• Touch and hold the widget until it becomes selected, then drag it to the new
location.
To remove a widget
• Touch and hold the widget until it becomes selected, then drag it to Remove
from home screen.
> Widgets.
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home
screen tidy.
Shortcuts and folders overview
Access an application using a shortcut
1
2 Access a folder containing applications
To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
2 In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts.
3 Scroll through the list and select an application. The selected application
gets added to the Home screen.
To move an item on the Home screen
• Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
new location.
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To remove an item from the Home screen
• Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to
Remove from home screen on the top of the screen.
To create a folder on the Home screen
• Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it becomes selected,
then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen
• Touch and hold an item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
folder.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
1 Tap the folder to open it.
2 Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.
3 Enter the new folder name and tap DONE.
Background and themes
Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen
and lock screen to your own style using wallpapers and themes featuring dierent
colours and patterns.
A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your
Home screen and lock screen. Live wallpapers add visual eects to your
interactions with the touch screen, letting the display change dynamically.
Themes can include a wallpaper, a screensaver, title bars, and a sound scheme
that all fit together to create a unique look and feel for your device.
To change your wallpaper
1 Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen.
2 Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
You can also change your lock screen wallpaper or set the same image for both your Home
screen and lock screen. Follow the steps above, then tap Album. Tap the desired image
and choose an option.
Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot.
Screenshots you take are automatically saved in the Album application.
To take a screenshot
1 Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2 Tap Take screenshot.
To view your screenshot
1 Double-tap the status bar to display the Notification panel.
2 Tap the screenshot.
You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.
Notifications
Notifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar
notifications as well as activities in progress such as file downloads. Notifications
appear in the following places:
• The status bar
• The Notification panel
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• The lock screen
To open or close the Notification panel
1 To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards, or simply
double-tap it.
2 To close the Notification panel, drag or flick the panel upwards.
After opening the Notification panel, you can access the Quick settings panel by dragging
the status bar down again.
To take action on a notification in the Notification panel
• Tap the notification.
You can directly reply to chat or email messages in the Notification panel.
To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel
• Swipe the notification left or right.
Not all notifications can be dismissed.
To change settings for notifications, simply drag the notification slowly to the left or right,
then tap .
To expand a notification on the Notification panel
• Drag the notification downwards to expand and view more information
about the notification without opening the app.
Not all notifications are expandable.
To clear all notifications from the Notification panel
• Tap CLEAR ALL.
To take action on a notification from the lock screen
• Double-tap the notification.
To dismiss a notification from the lock screen
• Swipe the notification left or right.
To expand a notification on the lock screen
• Drag the notification downwards.
Not all
notifications are expandable.
Managing notifications on the lock screen
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Get all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on,
keep in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chat
messages) will be visible on your lock screen unless you designate the relevant
apps as Hide sensitive content in the App notifications settings menu.
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Hide sensitive
notification
content
You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order
for this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lock screen
when sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an
incoming email or chat, but the content won't be visible on your lock screen.
Don't show
notifications at all
You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.
To select the notifications to display on the lock screen
1 Find and tap Settings > Notifications >
.
2 Under Configure notifications, tap On the lock screen.
3 Select an option.
You can keep notifications on the lock screen until you swipe to dismiss them. To enable
this feature, tap the Keep notifications on lock screen slider under Notifications.
Setting the notification level for an app
Block all Never receive notifications from the selected app.
Sounds o Block sound and screen notifications.
Interrupts in Priority only Receive notifications from this app even when Do not disturb is set to
To set the notification level for an app
1 Find and tap Settings > Notifications.
2 Select the desired app.
3 Tap the sliders to adjust notification settings as desired.
Priority only.
Notification light
The notification light informs you about the battery status when you plug in the
device.
Icons in the status bar
Status icons
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled and data is being transmitted and received.
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi
network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
If Google™ is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even
when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working
internet connection.
Battery status.
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The battery is charging.
Airplane mode is activated.
The Bluetooth® function is activated.
The microphone is muted.
Do not disturb mode is activated.
An alarm is set.
GPS is activated.
Synchronisation is ongoing.
Problem with sign-in or synchronisation.
Depending on your service provider, network or region, the functions or services
represented by some icons in this list may not be available.
To manage status bar icons
1 Find and tap Settings > Display> System icons.
2 Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the
status bar.
Notification icons
New email message.
Perform a basic setup of your device.
A software update is available.
System updates are available.
Downloading system updates.
Tap to install the downloaded system updates.
Screenshot captured.
New Hangouts™ chat message.
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
A song is playing.
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable.
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to a memory card.
Warning.
More (undisplayed) notifications.
Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. These icons are for reference
purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
To block an application from sending notifications
1 Find and tap Settings > Notifications.
2 Select an application.
3 Tap the Block all slider.
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Applications overview
Some applications may not be included on your device or may not be supported by all
networks or service providers in all areas.
Use the Album application to manage, view and edit your photos and
videos.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the Camera application to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Chrome web browser to view web pages, text and images, and
manage your bookmarks.
Use the Contacts application to manage email addresses and contacts’
information.
Access your downloaded applications, documents and pictures.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both personal
and work accounts.
Use the Gmail™ application to read, write and organise email messages.
Search for information on your device and on the web.
Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.
View your current location, find other locations and plan routes using
Google Maps™.
Use the Music application to organise and play music and audio books.
Organise, search or browse your photos and videos.
Use the Google Play Movies & TV™ application to watch movies and TV
shows purchased or rented on Google Play™.
Discover and play thousands of songs with the Google Play Music™
application.
Use the Play Store™ application to find applications to buy or download
free.
Stay connected with your gaming friends and the games you love to play,
shop on the PlayStation®Store, and more.
Optimise settings to suit your own requirements.
Save your documents and files for easy access from any device, share them
with your friends, and collaborate with colleagues.
Use the Google Docs™ application to create, edit and collaborate with
others on documents.
Use the Google Sheets™ application to create, edit and collaborate with
others on spreadsheets.
Use the Google Slides™ application to create, edit and collaborate with
others on presentations.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For
example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus
tips and tricks.
Search content on the web using your voice.
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Use YouTube™ to watch videos from users around the world, and share
your own.
Use the Board application to create video memos and memos in
handwriting.
Use voice commands to control features.
Use the application to customise the projector settings.
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Battery and maintenance
Using your device
During use, it is recommended to keep your device connected to a power outlet at
all times with the USB Type-C™ cable provided. You can disconnect the power
cable, for example, when you need to move your device. Your device has a battery
life of up to one hour when fully charged.
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an
authorised Sony repair centre. Do not try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so
can cause damage and void your warranty.
To charge your device
1 Remove the slot cover.
2 Plug the power cable into its slot as shown in the illustration.
3 Gently reattach the slot cover.
4 Plug the charger into the power outlet. The charging indicator next to the
power cable slot lights up briefly.
It is important to use the USB Type-C™ charger (provided) when charging your device as
other types of USB chargers can damage your device or fail to function correctly.
If the battery is completely depleted, it may take a few minutes before the notification light
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Updating your device
You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality,
enhancements and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a
software update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for
new updates manually, or schedule an update.
The easiest way to install a software update is to do it wirelessly from your device.
However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need to
use the Xperia™ Companion software on a PC or on an Apple® Mac® computer to
update your device.
Before updating your device, consider the following:
• Ensure you have sucient storage capacity before attempting to update.
• If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is,
the primary user, to update the device.
• System and application updates can present the features on your device in another
way than described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be aected
after an update.
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