T-mobile G950U, G955U User Manual

SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.

Table of Contents

Special Features ..............................1
Bixby
........................................2
Flexible Security
Water and Dust Resistance
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Getting Started .............................. 4
Set Up Your Device
Assemble Your Device
Start Using Your Device
Set Up Your Device
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Learn About Your Device
Front View
Back View
Home Screen
Notification Panel
Customize Your Home Screen
Bixby
Navigation
Entering Text
Face Recognition
Fingerprint Scanner
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Iris Scanner
Multi Window ..............................40
Emergency Mode .......................... 42
Edge Screen ...............................44
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Apps .........................................48
Using Apps ................................ 49
Applications Settings ....................... 52
Calculator .................................54
Calendar .................................. 56
Camera and Video .......................... 59
Clock ..................................... 66
Contacts ..................................69
Email ......................................75
Galaxy Apps ............................... 78
Gallery ................................... 79
Google Apps
Internet ...................................88
Messages ................................. 92
My Files ................................... 97
Phone ..................................... 99
Samsung Connect ......................... 109
Samsung Gear ............................ 109
Samsung Health ...........................110
SamsungNotes ............................112
SamsungPay ..............................114
Samsung+ .................................117
Secure Folder ..............................117
Smart Switch ..............................117
T-Mobile Apps .............................118
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Settings ....................................120
How to Use Settings ........................121
Connections .................................122
Wi-Fi ..................................... 123
Bluetooth .................................126
Phone Visibility ........................... 128
Data Usage ............................... 128
Airplane Mode ............................ 130
NFC and Payment ..........................131
Mobile Hotspot ............................132
Tethering ................................. 135
Mobile Networks .......................... 135
Location .................................. 136
Nearby Device Scanning ....................137
Printing ...................................137
Mirror Link
Download Booster ........................ 138
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ............ 139
Ethernet .................................140
Sounds and Vibration .........................141
Sound Mode .............................. 142
Easy Mute ................................ 142
Vibrations ................................ 142
Volume .................................. 143
Ringtone ................................. 145
Notification Sounds ....................... 145
Do Not Disturb ............................ 146
System Sounds ........................... 146
Key-Tap Feedback ..........................147
Sound Quality and Effects ..................147
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Separate App Sound
Notifications ............................... 149
Block App Notifications .................... 150
Customize App Notifications ............... 150
Display ......................................151
Screen Brightness ..........................152
Blue Light Filter ............................152
Screen Mode .............................. 153
Screen Resolution ......................... 153
Screen Zoom and Font ..................... 154
Full Screen Apps .......................... 154
Easy Mode ................................ 154
Icon Frames ...............................155
LED Indicator ............................. 156
Status Bar ................................ 156
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Navigation Bar ............................ 156
Screen Timeout ............................157
Keep Screen Turned Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
Screen Saver ...............................157
Wallpapers and Themes ..................... 159
Wallpapers ...............................160
Themes .................................. 160
Icons ......................................161
Always On Displays (AODs) .................161
Device Maintenance ......................... 162
Quick Optimization ........................ 163
Battery ................................... 163
Performance Mode ........................ 164
Storage .................................. 164
Memory .................................. 166
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Language and Input
Date and Time ............................ 170
Report Diagnostic Info ..................... 170
Reset .....................................171
Factory Data Reset .........................171
Software Update ...........................1 74
Lock Screen and Security .....................175
Set a Screen Lock ..........................176
Always On Display Settings .................177
Lock Screen and AOD Settings ..............178
Samsung Pass .............................178
Find My Mobile ............................178
Unknown Sources ..........................179
Secure Folder ..............................179
Secure Startup ............................180
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Encrypt SD Card ..........................180
Set Up SIM Card Lock ......................180
View Passwords ........................... 180
Security Update Service ....................181
Device Administration ......................181
Credential Storage ........................ 182
Advanced Security Settings ................ 182
Accounts ................................... 184
Samsung Cloud ........................... 185
My Profile ................................ 186
Add an Account ........................... 186
Backup and Restore .......................188
GoogleSettings ........................... 189
Accessibility .................................191
Vision .....................................192
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Hearing
Dexterity and Interaction .................. 194
More Accessibility Settings ................ 195
Accessibility Services ...................... 195
Other Settings .............................. 196
Help ......................................197
Device Assistance App ......................197
About Phone ............................. 198
Getting Help ...............................199
Videos ...................................200
Simulators ...............................200
Tips ......................................200
Samsung Support .........................200
Legal ........................................201
Legal Information .........................202
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Special Features

Learn about your mobile device’s special features.

Bixby

Bixby allows you to quickly set reminders, create voice dictation, and search and access content on your phone and on the Internet.
For more information, see “Bixby” on page29.

Edge Screen

The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping.
For more information see “Edge Screen” on page44.

Flexible Security

Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device.
Face Recognition
Configure facial recognition security to add an extra layer of security when using your phone.
For more information, see “Face Recognition” on page35.
Fingerprint Scanner
Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.
For more information, see “Fingerprint Scanner” on page36.
Iris Scanner
Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.
For more information, see “Iris Scanner” on page37.
2Special Features

Water and Dust Resistance

This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system.
For more information, see “Maintaining Water and Dust
Resistance” on page206
3Special Features

Getting Started

Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get
started usingyour new device.

Set Up Your Device

Learn how to set up your device for the firsttime.

Assemble Your Device

This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a
MemoryCard
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN), available optional services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIMcard to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards outof reach of
small children.
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You can also install an optional microSD or microSDXC™ memory card (notincluded) to add more
memory space to yourdevice. A memory card can be
installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIMcard/Memory card tray, and then push until the
tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown.
3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold contacts facing down.
, microSDHC™,
4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the slot.
Note: Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For more information, refer to “Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance” on page206.
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Charge the Battery
Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port
before inserting a power connector to charge your device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your device may operate abnormally. For example, it may charge more slowly or overheat. For more information, refer to “Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance” on page206.
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/ Accessory port.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life.
Usingother accessories may void your warranty and
may cause damage.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
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3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete.
Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices approved by Samsung, which are
soldseparately.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
► View the battery charge indicator located in the top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid color ( ) indicates a full charge.
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot when using wireless charging or fast charging. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation.
The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes too hot.
If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin charging the device again.
If the lower part of the device overheats,
check for damage to the connected USB cable. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved cable.
If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials between the device and the wireless charger.
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Micro-USB Connector
You can use the included Micro-USB connector to connect a Micro-USB cable (such as from your old device) to your new device for charging with the charging head, or for connecting to a computer.
Note: The Micro-USB connector does not support On-the-Go (OTG) devices such as memory sticks, external hard drives, or keyboard and mouse accessories.
Reverse Charging
The included USB connector allows you to charge another device through a USB cable.
Youcan also use the USB connector for transferring
contacts, photos, and other content from an old device. For more information, see “Transfer Data from Your Old Device” on page14.

Start Using Your Device

To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Deviceoptions menu is displayed.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.
Lock or Unlock Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off.
To turn the device on:
► Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
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To lock the device:
► Press the Power key.
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Tochoose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen
Lock” on page176.
To unlock the device:
► Press the Power key or double-tap Home, and
then drag your finger across the screen.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device.
► Press and hold the Power key and the
Volumedown key at the same time for more
thanseven seconds.

Set Up Your Device

Use the Set Up Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
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Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of items on the screen to improve accessibility.
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™,
GoogleDuo, and the Google Play™ store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account or create a new
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
GoogleAccount on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.
3. Tap Addaccount > Google.
Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is activated. Factory Reset Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings without your permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen and a factory data reset is performed, only someone with your Google Account username and password can use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory
data reset if you do not have your GoogleAccount
username and password. For more information, see “Factory Data Reset” on page171.
Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized service center, you should remove your Google Account before resetting the device back to factory settings. For more information, visit: samsung.com/us/support/frp.
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Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically activates the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts> Google.
If you have more than one Google Account set
up on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Remove account.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.
3. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.
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Add an Email Account
Use the Email app to view and manage all your email
accounts in oneapp.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing email account or create a new email account.
– or –
To create a new email account or set up your email account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.
3. Tap Addaccount > Email.
Transfer Data from Your Old Device
Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, and other content from your old device. You can also use the included USB connector to copy content quickly and easily from your old device, without installing the Smart Switch app.
Note: The USB option must be set to Media device (MTP) on the other device. Transferring content with a USB cable may increase battery consumption. Make sure your battery is fully charged.
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1. Select Smart Switch during setup.
– or –
From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps >
Settings> Cloud and accounts > SmartSwitch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content faster.
Set Up Your Voicemail
You can access your voicemail from a Home screen.
1. From the Home screen, tap Phone >
Voicemail.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.
For more information on voicemail, see “Voicemail” on
page106
.

Learn About Your Device

Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard.

Front View

Proximity sensors
Iris detection LED
Earpiece
Front camera
Iris scanner
Volume keys
Bixby key
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Power key
Proximity sensor
Turns off the screen and disables touch
-
functionality when the device is in close proximity to the human body.
Turns the screen back on and enables touch
-
functionality when the device is outside a specific range to the human body.
Power key
Briefly press to turn the screen on or off.
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Press and hold to select a power control option.
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Press twice quickly to launch the camera.
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Volume keys
Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls,
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notifications, and system sounds.
In the camera app, press a volume key to take a
-
photo.
Bixby key
Launch the Bixby voice assistant. For more
-
information, see “Bixby” on page29.

Back View

Microphone
Rear camera
Flash
Heart rate sensor
Speaker
Microphone
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Fingerprint sensor
Headset jack
USB charger/Accessory port

Home Screen

App shortcuts
Home
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Status bar
Edge screen
Home screen indicator
BackRecent apps
Status Bar
The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left.
Status Icons
Battery full
Battery low
Battery charging
Vibrate mode
Mute mode
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4G LTE™ active
Signal strength
Network not available
Wi-Fi active
Wi-Fi available
Notification Icons
Missed call
Call in progress
Call on hold
New email
New Gmail
New voicemail
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New message
File download in progress
File upload in progress
GPS active
App updates available
App updates complete

Notification Panel

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Settings
Quick settings
View all
Notification cards
View the Notification Panel
You can access the Notification panel from any
Homescreen.
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.
2. Swipe down the list to see notification details.
To open an item, tap it.
To clear a single notification, drag the
notification left or right.
To clear all notifications, tap Clear all.
3. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap
Back to close the Notification panel.
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You can also open or close the Notification panel by swiping up or down on the fingerprint sensor.
To open using the Fingerprint scanner:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features >
Fingersensor gestures.
3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature.
Quick Settings
In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
To view additional Quick settings and customize the Quick settings that display:
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the
Notificationpanel.
2. Drag View all downward.
Tap a setting to turn it on or off.
Tap More options to reorder Quick settings
ortochange the button layout.
3. Drag View all upward to close the
Quicksettings.
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Customize Your Home Screen

Screens
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold app shortcuts and widgets. You can add, remove, change the order of screens, as well as choose a different main Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
Align shortcuts: Tap Align to move all apps
shortcuts into a line at the top of a screen.
Remove a screen: Tap Remove.
Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap
Main Home screen at the top of a screen.
This screen is displayed when you tap Home.
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Change the order of screens: Touch and hold a
screen, and then drag it to a newposition.
Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens,
and then tap Add.
Hello Bixby: Swipe right, and tap On/Off to
enable.
Wallpapers and Themes
Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your device. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers and themes to customize.
For more information, see “Wallpapers and Themes” on page159.
Widgets
Widgets are simple application extensions that
run on a Homescreen. There are many kinds of
widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and
manyothers.
To add a widget to a Home screen:
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Widgets.
3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen, and release it.
To remove a widget:
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to open the options menu.
2. Tap Remove shortcut.
Removing a widget does not delete the
widget, it just removes the widget from the
Homescreen.
Home Screen Settings
Customize your Home and Apps screens.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Home screen settings to customize:
Home screen layout: Set your device to have a
Home and Apps screen, or only a Home screen where all apps are located.
Home screen grid: Choose a dimension option
to determine how icons are arranged on the
Homescreen. The numbers indicate how many
icons can be placed horizontally by how many icons can be placed vertically.
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Apps screen grid: Choose a dimension option
to determine how icons are arranged on the
Appsscreen. The numbers indicate how many
icons can be placed horizontally by how many icons can be placed vertically.
Apps button: Add an apps button to the
Homescreen for easy to access to the Appsscreen.
Hide apps: Select apps to hide, tap Apply.
Hello Bixby settings: Configure Hello Bixby
features.
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App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.
To add a shortcut:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the
optionsmenu.
3. Tap Add shortcut to home.
To remove a shortcut:
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the options menu.
2. Tap Remove shortcut.
Removing a shortcut does not delete the app,
it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
To move a shortcut from one Home screen to another:
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it.
2. Drag the app shortcut to a new Home screen, and then release it.
Folders
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.
Create a Folder
You can create an app folder on a Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears.
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
Enter folder name: Enter a name for the folder.
Palette: Change the color.
Add apps: Place more apps in the folder.
Tapapps to select them, and then tapAdd.
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3. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch and hold an app
shortcut and drag it to the folder.
Remove a Folder from a Home Screen
You can remove a folder that you added to a
Homescreen.
1. Touch and hold the folder to open the options menu.
2. Tap Delete and confirm when prompted.

Bixby

Bixby is an assistant that learns from you to help you do more. It responds to voice commands, works with select apps like email and messages, sets reminders, and can help you understand your settings and set up your Samsung devices.
Bixby Sees
Bixby Vision is built into your camera to give you a deeper understanding of what you’re looking at. Use object/content recognition to translate, shop, or identify a landmark.
For more information, see “Bixby Vision” on page61.
Bixby Talks
Use voice and written commands to interact with Bixby.
Bixby can help you:
Make a call
Send a text
Change your settings
Find a photo
Set an alarm
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Bixby Recommends
Bixby learns your patterns to display what you need when you need it.
It uses display cards with your most recent email messages, weather, upcoming reminders,
dailyworkout, news, andother configurable content.
Bixby Reminds
Use Bixby to set reminders at any time. Bixby can tell you to pick up milk on the way home, or even keep track of your place in an article online.

Navigation

Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device.
Double -Tap
Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them.
Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
Touchscreen Navigation
Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Use the following motions and gestures on your touchscreen to navigate the device:
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
Tap the keyboard to enter characters ortext.
Tap an item to select it.
Tap an app shortcut to launch the application.
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Touch and Hold
Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them.
Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of
options.
Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
Swipe the screen to scroll through the Homescreens
or menu options.
Drag
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a
Homescreen.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.
Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a picture
or a webpage.
Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in while
viewing a picture or a web page.
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Common Options
The device uses basic command options to perform common actions.
Moreoptions: Tap to view more menu options for
a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share.
Delete: Tap to select items to delete.
Share: Tap to select items to share, and then choose
a sharing method.
Edit: Tap to customize the screen.
On/Off: Tap to turn the option on ( ) or
off ( ).
Checkbox: Tap to enable or select. When
enabled, a checkmark is displayed. You can often tap
a checkbox at the top of the screen to selectall.
Menu: Tap to view available options for thefield.

Entering Text

Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking.
Special Keys
Symbol: Tap to insert symbols.
Use the SamsungKeyboard
Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive text
Options
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Touch and hold Options for the following:
Voice input: Enter text using Samsung voice input.
Clipboard: Access the clipboard.
Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the
cursorposition.
One-handed keyboard: Change the keyboard layout to accommodate use with one hand.
Keyboard settings: Access keyboard settings.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung keyboard:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > General management >
Language andinput > Virtual keyboard > Samsungkeyboard for options.
Languages and types: Set the keyboard type
and choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the Space bar sideways.
Predictive text: Predictive text suggests
words that match your text entries, and can automatically complete common words. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, Gmail, and
social networking sites — improving its accuracy
of predicting your text entries.
Additional keyboard settings provide assistance
with capitalization, punctuation, and much more.
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Use Samsung Voice Input
Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
To enable Samsung voice input:
1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard.
You may need to touch and hold Options (leftof
the Space bar) to find it.
2. Speak your text.
Configure Samsung Voice Input
To customize Samsung voice input:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > General management >
Language andinput > Virtual keyboard > Samsungvoice input for options.
Add input languages: Select languages for
Samsung voice input.
Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive
words with asterisks.
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Face Recognition

Use face recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps.
You can set the device to use Face Recognition, to unlock the screen by recognizing your face.
Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN
or Password. Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
Some conditions may affect face recognition,
including wearing glasses, hats, beards, or heavy make-up.
When registering your face, ensure that you are in a
well-lit area and the camera lens is clean.
Register a Face
To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
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1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Facerecognition.
3. Follow the prompts to register your face.
Face Recognition
Face recognition can be used for other accounts accessed from your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Facerecognition for the following options:
Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
Face unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or disable
face recognition security.
Face unlock when screen turns on: Unlock
your phone with face recognition as soon as the screen turns on.

Fingerprint Scanner

Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.
Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two different fingerprints is very low. But in rare cases, the sensor
may recognize a fingerprint that is similar to a registered fingerprint.
Register a Fingerprint
To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password. You can register up to three fingerprints.
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1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Fingerprint scanner.
3. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.
Fingerprint Verification
Fingerprint verification can be used for other accounts accessed from your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Fingerprint scanner for the following options:
To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint,
enter a new name, and then tap Rename.
To add a fingerprint, tap Add fingerprint and
follow the prompts to register a fingerprint and password.
To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the
fingerprint, and then tap Remove. Confirm when prompted.
Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts
using your fingerprint.
Samsung account: Verify your identity using
your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account.
Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprints to make
payments quickly and securely.
Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or
disable fingerprint security.
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Iris Scanner

Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your irises to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.
Warning: Some people may have dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, even if they have never had a seizure or blackout before. Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition, or has a family history of such symptoms or conditions, should see a doctor before using the Iris scanner.
DO NOT stare directly into the infrared iris recognition LED as prolonged use can cause eye strain. Do not stare at the iris recognition LED light when your eyes are less than 20 cm (~8 inches) away from the device,
for best results keep your eyes between 25‑35cm (~1014inches) away for optimum recognition.
Note: The Iris scanner is not intended to be used as a medical device and the biometric data collected and stored locally by the mechanism is not intended to be used for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative purposes. Please follow all instructions for use of this feature.
For best results, remove eye glasses and sun glasses. Do not use the Iris scanner in bright sunlight or areas with excessive reflected light (for example, by the pool or seashore). Do not use the Iris scanner in low light. Look straight at the device (not up, down or sideways), and hold your head still for the scan. Tinted contact lenses and surgically repaired or replaced iris lenses may interfere with operation of the Iris scanner. Do not walk or operate a vehicle while using the Iris scanner.
For more information, refer to the online support content or visit samsung.com/us/irisscanner.
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Register Irises
To use your eyes to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password. For best results, perform the set up process indoors, and remove your glasses or contact lenses.
Note: To register just one of your eyes, tap the link on the setup screen to register one iris.
To register your irises:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security > Irisscanner.
3. Follow the prompts to register your irises.
Iris Verification
Iris verification can be used for other accounts accessed from your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security >
Irisscanner for the following options:
Remove iris data: Delete existing irises.
Preview screen mask: Choose a mask to display
when using the iris scanner.
Samsung Pass: Use your irises to verify your
identity using Internet and other supported apps.
Samsung account: Enable to use your irises to
verify your Samsung account when you access a feature or app that requires it.
Samsung Pay: Use your fingerprints to make
payments quickly and securely.
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Iris unlock: Enable to unlock the device using
your irises.
Iris unlock when screen turns on: Unlock your
phone with your irises as soon as the screen turns on.
Tips for using iris recognition: View a tutorial on
how to use the iris scanner.

Multi Window

Multitask by using multiple applications at the
sametime.
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Window Controls
Tap Windowcontrols in the middle of the windowborder for options.
Snap window: Snap the selected window to the half of the screen it occupies.
Switch windows: Switch locations between
Multiwindow apps.
Open in pop-up view: Open the selected app in a pop-up window.
Close app: Close the selected app.
Enable Multi Window
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features >
Multiwindow.
To use the Recent apps key to open apps in a
split screen view, tap Use Recents button.
To view an app in pop-up view, tap Pop-up view
action.
Use MultiWindow
Apps that support Multiwindow display together
on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their display on the screen.
Multiwindow is not available for all apps.
1. From any screen, touch and hold Recent apps.
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2. Tap two apps that support Multiwindow to open them in split screen view.
- or -
If you are currently using an app that supports
Multiwindow, tap another app to add it in split
screen view.
You can also launch recently used apps directly into
Multiwindow view. Only applications that support Multiwindow have the Multiwindow icon.
1. Tap Recent apps.
Recently used apps that support Multiwindow
have a Multiwindow icon in their title bar.
2. Tap Multiwindow in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view.
Other recently used apps that support
Multiwindow display below the launched app.
3. Tap an app icon to add it to the split screenview.

Emergency Mode

Emergency mode conserves your device’s remaining
power when you areinan emergency situation.
Emergency mode saves battery power by:
Restricting application usage to only essential
applications and those you select.
Turning off Mobile data when the screen is off.
Turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth®.
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Activate Emergency Mode
To activate Emergency mode:
1. Press and hold the Power key.
2. Tap Emergency mode.
When accessing for the first time, read the
Termsand conditions. If you accept them, tap
the Checkbox, and thentap Agree.
3. Tap Turn on .
Turn Off Emergency Mode
After Emergency mode is turned off, the Location settings may stay the same as they were in Emergency mode.
► From the Emergency mode Home screen, tap
Moreoptions > Turn off Emergency mode.
Use Emergency Mode Features
While in Emergency mode, your device conserves power. The following apps and features are available on the Home screen:
Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source
of light.
Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren.
Share my location: Send your location information
to your emergency contacts.
Phone: Launch the call screen.
Internet: Launch the Web browser.
Add: Add other available apps.
Email: Launch the Email app.
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Facebook: Launch Facebook™.
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Maps: Launch Google Maps™.
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Battery charge: Display estimated battery charge
remaining.
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Estimated usage time remaining: Display
estimated standby time that can be reached based on current battery charge and usage.
Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone
number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated cellular service.
Moreoptions:
Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency
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mode and return to standard mode.
Remove: Choose apps to remove from the
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screen.
Manage emergency contacts: Manage your
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medical profile and ICE (In Case of Emergency) group contacts.
Settings: Configure the available settings.
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Onlya limited number of settings are enabled in
Emergency mode.

Edge Screen

The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping.
Edge Panels
Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information on the Edge screen.
To view Edge panels:
► When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel
handle from the edge of the screen to the center. Keep swiping to view other panels.
To configure Edge panels:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and then
tap Edge panel settings.
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2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. The following options are available:
Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel.
Edit (ifavailable): Configure individual panels
by tapping.
Download: Search for and download more
Edgepanels from Galaxy Apps.
Moreoptions > Reorder: Change the order of
the panels by dragging them to the left orright.
Moreoptions > Uninstall: Remove an
Edgepanel from your device.
Moreoptions > Handle settings: Drag
Edge panel handle to change the position
of the Edge panel handle along the edge of the screen, and then configure the following Edge panel handle settings:
Position: Choose either Right or Leftto set
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which side the Edge screen appears on.
Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the
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Edge screen handle.
Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the
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transparency of the Edge screen handle.
Vibration: Enable vibration when the Edge
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panel handle is tapped.
3. Tap Back to savechanges.
Apps Edge
You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the
Appsedge panel.
To use the Apps edge:
1. When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the center. Keep swiping until the Apps edge panel is displayed.
2. Tap an app to open it.
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To configure Apps edge:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, and swipe
until the Appsedge panel is displayed.
2. Tap Add application to add other apps to the
Apps edge.
To add an app to the Apps edge, find it on the
left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on a column on the right.
To change the order of the apps on the Edge
panel, drag each app to the desired location.
To remove an app, tap Delete.
3. Tap Back to savechanges.
People Edge
People edge allows you to quickly communicate with contacts in your My people list.
To use People edge:
1. When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the center. Keep swiping until the People edge panel is displayed.
2. Tap a contact, and tap select Messages or
Call.
To configure People edge:
1. From any screen, open the Edge screen, swipe until
the Peopleedge panel is displayed.
2. Tap Add contact to edit the Peopleedge.
To add a contact, tap Select contact.
To remove a contact, tap Delete.
To change the order of the contacts on the Edge
panel, drag each contact to the desired location.
3. Tap Back to savechanges.
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Smart Select
Select an area on the screen to capture as an image or GIF animation. You can also pin a captured image to always display on the screen.
To use Smart select:
1. When the screen is turned on, swipe the Edge panel handle from the edge of the screen to the
center. Keep swiping until the Smartselect panel is
displayed.
2. Tap an option:
Rectangle: Select an area in a rectangular
shape.
Oval: Select an area in an oval shape.
Animation: Select an animated GIF.
Pin to top: Pin the selection to the top of
your screen.
3. Make your selection.
Edge Lighting
Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive calls or notifications while the phone is turned over.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Display > Edge screen >
Edgelighting.
3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.
4. Choose one of the following options:
When screen is on: Show edge lighting only
when the screen is on.
When screen is off: Show edge lighting only
when the screen is off.
Always: Show edge lighting at all times.
5. Tap Manage notifications to choose the apps that
can activate Edge lighting when a notification is received.
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Quick Reply
Reject an incoming phone call with a text message by placing your finger on the heart rate sensor for two seconds. The call is rejected, and a preset message is sent to the caller.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Display > Edge screen.
3. Tap Edge lighting > Moreoptions > Quick reply.
4. Tap On/Off to enable Quick reply.
To edit the text reply, tap the message and use
the keyboard to change the text.
About Edge Screen
You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge screen feature.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Display > Edge screen > AboutEdge screen.

Apps

Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or
disableapps.

Using Apps

The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view.
Access Apps
You can access and launch all applications from the Apps list.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap an app’s shortcut to launch it.
To return to the main Home screen,
tap Home.
Add an Apps Shortcut
In addition to swiping to access apps, you can add an Apps button to the Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap More options > Settings > Apps button.
3. Tap Show Apps button.
Download and Install NewApps
Find new apps to download and install on your device.
Play Store: Download new apps from the
GooglePlay store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more.
Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung
apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visitsamsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps to learn more.
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Uninstall Apps
You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install.
Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden
from view.
To uninstall an app:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app to open the options menu.
3. Tap Uninstall and confirm when prompted.
Organize Apps
Arrange the Order
App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your
own customorder.
To change the order apps are listed:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then
drag it to a newlocation.
To alphabetize your apps:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Sort.
3. Tap Alphabetical order.
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Use Folders
You can organize App shortcuts in a folder on an Apps list screen.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box is displayed.
3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
Enter folder name: Name the folder.
Palette: Change the folder color.
Add apps: Place more apps in the folder.
Tapapps to select them, and then tapAdd.
4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To launch apps in a folder:
► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to
launchit.
To delete a folder:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold a folder to delete, and then tap
Delete. Confirm when prompted.
To add a folder to a Home screen:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Touch and hold a folder, and then drag it to the top or bottom of the screen to move it to a
Homescreen.
3. Drag the folder to the desired location, and then release it.
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Applications Settings

You can download and install new applications on your
device. UseApplication manager settings to manage
your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk.
If you have disabled apps, you can choose whether to display them.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Apps.
3. If you have disabled applications:
Tap Menu at the top left of the screen.
Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled.
4. Tap Moreoptions for the following options:
Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size or
name.
Default apps: Choose or change apps that are
used by default for certain features, like email or browsing the Internet.
App permissions: Control which apps have
permissions to use certain features of your device.
Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system
(background) apps.
Special access: Select which apps can have
special access permissions to features on your device.
Reset app preferences: Reset options that have
been changed. Existing app data is not deleted.
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5. Tap an application to view and update information about the application. The following options are displayed:
Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the
application. Preloaded apps can only be disabled.
Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving.
Restart your device if stopping an app, process,
or service causes your deviceto stop working
correctly.
Mobile data: View mobile data usage.
Battery: View battery usage since the last full
charge.
Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage.
Memory: View memory usage.
Notifications: Configure notifications from
theapp.
Permissions: View permissions granted to the
app for access to your device’s information.
Set as default: Set the app as a default for a
certain category of apps.
Apps that can appear on top: Choose apps that
can run on top of other running apps.
Apps that can change system settings: Choose
which apps can change system settings.
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Calculator

The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions.
Basic Operation
You can use your calculator to perform basic operations.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsung folder > Calculator, and enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key, and enter the next number.
4. Tap Equals to view the result.
5. Tap Clear to clear the results.
View Calculator History
You can view and clear your Calculator history.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsung folder > Calculator > Histor y.
To return to the calculator, tap Keypad.
To clear the calculator history, tap Clear history.
Convert Units of Measurement
You can quickly convert units of measurement using the unit converter.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsung folder > Calculator >
Unitconverter.
3. Select a category and use the drop down menus to choose units of measurement.
4. Enter the numeric value to view the conversion.
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Scientific Calculator
The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions.
To use the Scientific calculator:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsung folder > Calculator, and turn the
device to landscape view.
If Auto rotate is not enabled, tap
Rotatescreen.
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Calendar

Manage your events and tasks.
Add Calendars
Add existing calendars to the Calendar app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar > Moreoptions.
3. Tap Manage calendars > Add account, and
select an account type.
4. Enter your account information and follow the prompts.
Calendar View
To choose a calendar view:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar > View, and then tap an option:
Year: Display all twelve months of this year.
Swipe across the screen to display another year.
Month: Display the current month. Swipe across
the screen to display another month. Events and tasks are also displayed.
Week: Display the current week. Swipe across
the screen to display another week.
Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe
across the screen to display another day.
Tasks: Display all tasks.
3. Tap Today to return to the current date.
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Create an Event
You can use your Calendar to create events.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar > Add to add an event.
3. Enter details for the event, and then tapSave.
Delete an Event
You can delete events you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar, and tap an event to edit it.
3. Tap Delete. Confirm when prompted.
Share an Event
You can share events you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar, and tap an event to edit it.
3. Tap Share, choose a sharing method, and follow the prompts.
Create a Task
You can use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar > View > Tasks.
3. Tap Add to add a task.
4. Enter details for the task, and then tapSave.
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Delete a Task
You can delete tasks you create from your Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar, and tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the day, or tap View > Ta sks.
3. Tap the Checkbox by the task to mark it as complete and remove it from the calendar.
To delete an individual task, tap the task to open
it, and then tap Delete. Confirm when prompted.
Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Calendar > Moreoptions > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Camera and Video

Settings
Flash
HDR
Switch cameras
Animated filters and Beauty
Gallery
Take a picture
Record video
Bixby Vision
Modes, camera, or effects
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Camera Shortcut
Open the Camera by quickly pressing the Power key twice.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features >
Quicklaunch camera, and tap On/Off to enable.
Take Pic tures
Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera.
If you have a memory card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the memory card. If no card is installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera, and use the display screen as a
viewfinder by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the available options or these gestures:
To focus the shot, tap the screen. When you
tap the screen, a brightness scale is displayed. Slide the light bulb up or down to adjust the brightness.
To add an effects filter, swipe to the left and tap
a preview filter to apply it to the screen.
To add a shooting mode, swipe to the right and
select a mode.
To quickly switch between the front and rear
cameras, swipe the screen up or down.
To add a camera setting, tap a Quick settings
icon or Settings.
3. Tap Take a picture to take the picture.
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Bixby Vision
Turn on Bixby Vision and point your camera at an object or location to search for products online, discover new places nearby, or translate text.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera > Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.
Record Videos
Record high-quality videos using your phone.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera, and aim the camera at your subject, and then tap Record. The following actions are available:
Tap Capture to take a picture while
recording.
Tap Pause to pause recording.
Tap Resume to resume recording.
Tap Stop to stop recording.
Video Enhancer
Enhance the image quality of your videos.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features >
Videoenhancer.
3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature.
Configure Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera, and swipe to the right for the
Modeoptions. Each section indicates which camera
(front or rear) the modes are available for.
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Rear camera
Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the
surroundings and determine the ideal mode
forthe picture.
Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity,
exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures.
Panorama: Create a linear image by taking
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction.
Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame
rate for viewing in slow motion. You can play a specific section of each video in slow motion after recording it.
Hyperlapse: Create your own time lapse video
by recording at various frame rates. The frame rate is automatically adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device.
Front camera
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Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food.
Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect.
Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures.
Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been taken. You can focus on subjects near to the camera, far away from the camera, or both.
Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of objects.
Download: Download additional shooting
modes from the Galaxy Apps store.
Moreoptions: See more options for the
camera modes.
Share Pictures and Videos
The Gallery application lets you share pictures and videos on your social networks and messaging apps. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth.
For more information, see “Share Pictures and Videos” on page82.
Camera Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Camera > Settings to configure settings for the Camera. Available options vary depending on the camera or recording mode used.
Rear camera
Front camera
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Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory.
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject selected on the preview screen.
Shape correction: Correct distortion in pictures automatically.
Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution pictures take up more memory.
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
Save pictures as previewed: Save the
self-portrait or self-recording as viewed on the camera screen, not as flipped images.
Ways to take pictures:
Tap screen: Tap the screen to take selfies.
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Show palm: Hold your hand out with your
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palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds.
Tap heart rate sensor: Once your face has
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been recognized, tap the heart rate sensor to take a selfie.
Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
Common
Motion photo: Create a short video by taking
pictures.
Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake.
Anti-shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving.
Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help
composition when selecting subjects.
Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the
picture.
Review pictures: Set to show pictures after
taking them.
Quick launch: Open camera by pressing the
Power key twice in quick succession.
Voice control: Take pictures by saying “Smile,”
“Cheese,” “Capture,” or “Shoot,” or record videos by saying “Record video.”
Floating Camera button: Add an extra camera
button that you can move anywhere on the screen in Auto and Selfie modes.
Storage location: Select the memory location
for storage. This option only appears if an optional memory card (not included) is installed.
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Volume key function: Use the Volume key as the
camera key, the record key, a zoom key, or for system volume.
Shutter sound: Play a tone when you take a
picture.
Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
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Clock

The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock, and tap a tab to use a feature:
Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
World clock: View the time of day or night in
other parts of the world. World clock displays time in hundreds of different cities, within all
24time zones around the world.
Stopwatch: Measure intervals of time.
Timer: Use a timer to count down to an event
based on a preset time length (hours, minutes, and seconds).
Alarm
Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock > Add alarm.
3. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
Time: Set a time for the alarm.
Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm.
Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat
values for the alarm while snoozing.
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Alarm tone and volume: Choose a sound to
play for the alarm, and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm.
Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses
vibration alert.
Read time aloud: Read the time aloud when the
alarm rings.
4. Tap Save to save the alarm.
Delete an Alarm
You can delete an alarm that you created.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock, and find the alarm in the alarm list (under Alarm), and then touch and hold it to
selectit.
3. Tap Delete.
World Clock
The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
To list a city on the main World clock screen:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock > World clock.
3. Tap Add city.
4. Tap Search and enter the name of the city.
5. Tap the city name in the list, and tap Add.
To remove a city from the main World clock screen:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock > World clock.
3. Find the city to remove, and then touch and hold it to select it.
4. Tap Delete.
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Stopwatch
The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock > Stopwatch and use the following
options:
Start: Begin timing.
Stop: Stop timing.
Lap: Keep track of lap times.
Resume: Continue timing after stopping the
clock.
Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero.
Timer
The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to
99hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Clock > Timer.
3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer.
Thefollowing options are available:
Start: Begin the Timer.
Pause: Pause the Timer.
Resume: Resume the Timer.
Cancel: Stop the Timer.
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Contacts

Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts.
For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see“Add an Account” on page186.
Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts tab in the Phone app. Although both list the contacts in your phone and accounts, the available options and functions are different.
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Create contact, and then tap
contact fields to enter information.
3. Tap Save.
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Choose a storage account for the contact. You can store the contact on the device or sync it with an account.
Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to the new contact.
Enter a name and other contact information.
Tap Add field to enter additional entries.
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Tap Remove field to remove an entry.
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Tap View more for additional fields.
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Tap the label to the right of an entry to
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choose a label for the field (for example, Home or Work).
Tap Scan business card to import contact information from a business card through the device’s camera.
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details> Edit.
4. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
5. Tap Save.
Share, Import, or Export Contacts
When you share a contact, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (VCF) or as a text file. You can share a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location.
Share a Contact
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details> Share.
4. Choose whether to send the contact as a
vCardfile(VCF) or as a Text.
5. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.
Import Contacts
Your phone can import contacts from an installed memory card (not included).
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Managecontacts.
3. Tap Import/Export contacts.
4. Tap Import and follow the prompts.
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Export Contacts
If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you can manually back them up to an optional installed memory card for re-import if needed.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Managecontacts.
3. Tap Import/Export contacts.
4. Tap Export and follow the prompts.
Link or Unlink Contacts
When you have contacts from various accounts, you may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single contact.
To link contacts:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details> Moreoptions > Link contacts.
4. Tap contacts to choose them.
5. Tap Link.
To unlink contacts:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details> Moreoptions > Manage linked
contacts.
4. Tap Disconnect beside contacts to unlink them
from the main contact.
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Mark Contacts as Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display together on the Favorites tab in the Phone app.
To mark contacts as Favorites:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details.
4. Tap Addto Favorites (thestar brightens ).
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact or choose multiple contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then touch and hold a
contact to select it.
You can also tap other contacts or tap the All
checkbox at the top of the screen to select all contacts.
3. Tap Delete, and then confirm when prompted.
To remove contacts from Favorites:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts, and then tap the contact to
selectit.
3. Tap Details.
4. Tap Remove from Favorites (the star dims ).
Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group.
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Create a Group
You can create your own contact groups.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Groups.
3. Tap Create, and then tap fields to enter information about the group:
Group name: Enter a name for the new group.
Group ringtone: Customize the sounds for the
group.
Add member: Select contacts to add to the new
group, and then tap Done.
4. Tap Save.
Add to or Remove Contacts from a Group
You can add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Groups, and
then tap a group.
3. Tap Edit.
To add a contact, tap Add member, and then tap
the contacts you want to add. When finished, tapDone.
To remove a contact, tap Delete next to a
contact.
4. Tap Save.
Send a Message to a Group
You can send a text message to members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Groups, and
then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Send message.
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Send an Email to a Group
You can send an email to members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Send email.
4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tapDone.
Only group members that have an email address
in their records are displayed.
5. Choose an email account and follow theprompts.
Delete a Group
Preset groups cannot be deleted.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Groups, and
then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Delete.
4. Tap Group only to only delete the group or tap Group and members to delete the group and the contacts in the groups.
Contacts Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Contacts > Moreoptions > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Email

Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To add an email account, see “Add an Email Account” on page13.
To access Email:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email.
Create and Send an Email
This section describes how to create and send an email using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email > Composenewemail.
3. Tap the To field to manually add an email address or tap Add from Contacts to select a recipient from Contacts or Groups.
If manually entering recipients, enter additional
recipients by separating each entry with a semicolon (;). More recipients can be added at any time before the message is sent.
If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap
the contact to place a checkmark, and then tap Done. The contact is displayed in the
recipientsfield.
Tap Show additional fields to add Cc and
Bcc fields.
4. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text.
Tap Attach to add files, images, audio, and more
to your email.
Tap Moreoptions for additional email options.
5. Review your message and tap Send.
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Manage the Inbox
There are several tools available from the Inbox screen.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email.
Tap a message to read and reply or forward it.
Tap Search to search for key words in your
emailinbox.
Tap Edit for additional message options like
sorting, deleting, sharing and more.
Tap Sort by to customize how messages display.
View Multiple Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for multiple accounts on the Combined inbox screen or you can view email accounts individually.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email.
3. Tap Mailbox at the top left of the screen to view the current account mailbox.
4. Tap the account name to view:
All accounts: View all email in a combined
inbox.
[Account Name]: View email for only one email
account.
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Remove Email Accounts
To remove an email account:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email.
3. Tap Mailbox > Settings.
4. Tap the account you want to remove.
5. Tap Remove. Confirm when prompted.
Email Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Email.
3. Tap Mailbox > Settings.
Under General, tap an option, and then follow
the prompts.
Tap an account to configure specific settings for
only that account.
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Galaxy Apps

Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device.
A Samsung account is required to purchase and
downloadapps.
To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsungfolder > Galaxy Apps.
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Gallery

View, edit, and manage pictures and videos.
View Pictures
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another app, such as Email, saves a picture, a Download folder is automatically created to contain the image.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap Pictures, Albums, or Stories to choose the way items are displayed.
3. Tap a picture to view it, or first tap an album or folder, and then tap a picture.
4. When viewing a picture:
Swipe left or right to view the next or
previouspicture.
Tap Favorite to mark the picture as a
favorite, and then access it from the Favorites album.
To start a slideshow with pictures and videos
in the current folder, tap Moreoptions > Slideshow.
To set the picture as the photo for a contact, tap
Moreoptions > Set as profile picture.
To set the picture as wallpaper, tap
Moreoptions > Set as wallpaper.
To set a picture as the Always On Display, tap
Moreoptions > Set as Always On Display
image.
To send the picture to your connected printer,
tap Moreoptions > Print.
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Bixby Vision
Turn on Bixby Vision to find products online, discover new places nearby, or translate text.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap Pictures, Albums, or Stories to choose the way items are displayed.
3. Tap a picture to view it, or first tap an album or folder, and then tap a picture.
4. Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.
Edit Pictures
You can edit pictures stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap an picture to viewit.
Details: View and edit information about the
image, including the date created, location, and properties.
Auto adjust: Apply adjustments determined
by built-in correction software.
Edit: View and use the editing tools.
Moreoptions > Rotate left or Rotate right to
rotate the picture.
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Play Video
You can play videos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap a folder or category to
openit.
3. Tap a video to view it.
4. Tap Play video to play the video.
Edit Video
You can trim segments of a video.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap a video to viewit.
3. Tap Edit and tap an option:
Trim: Cut segments of the video.
Effects: Add visual effects to the video.
Audio: Adjust the volume levels and add
background music to the video.
Movie Maker: Download Movie Maker to
edit your multimedia files.
4. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted to save
your new video.
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Share Pictures and Videos
You can share pictures and videos from your Gallery.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap a folder to openit.
3. In a folder, tap Moreoptions > Share, select pictures and videos, and then tap Share to send them to others or share them with social network services.
– or –
While viewing a single picture or video, tap
Share to send it to others or share it with
socialnetworkservices.
Direct Share
Share content with specific people directly using the sharing panel from within any app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features >
Directshare, and tap On/Off to enable.
Once enabled, contacts you have shared with in the past will appear as icons in the Share window for
eachapp.
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Delete Pictures and Videos
You can delete pictures and videos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Gallery, and tap a folder to openit.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Edit.
4. Tap pictures and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all pictures and videos.
5. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
– or –
When viewing a single picture or video, tap
Delete.
Take a Screenshot
Capture an image of your screen. It will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app.
► From any screen, press and hold the Power and
Volume down keys.
Screenshot Options
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Advanced features.
3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following:
Smart capture: Capture an image of any
scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately.
Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the
screen by swiping the edge of your hand across it, from side to side, keeping in contact with
thescreen.
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Google Apps

Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more.
Android Pay
Pay with your Android phone at over one million store locations across the US and within mobile apps.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Android Pay.
Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more about Android Pay™.
Chrome
Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Chrome.
Visit support.google.com/chrome to learn more about Chrome™.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your GoogleDocs™ andfiles.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Drive.
Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more about
GoogleDrive™.
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Duo
Make one-to-one video calls.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Duo.
Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more about Google Duo.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Gmail.
Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more.
Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Google.
Maps
Find your current location and get directions and other location-based information.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Maps.
Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more.
You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see“Wallpapers” on page160.
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Photos
Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Photos.
Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more about
GooglePhotos™.
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Googlefolder > Play Movies & TV.
Visit play.google.com/store/movies to learnmore.
Play Music
Play music and audio files on your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Play Music.
Visit support.google.com/music to learn more.
PlayStore
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in Google Play store.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Play Store.
Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.
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YouTube
View and upload YouTube™ videos right from your device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap YouTube .
Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more.
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Internet

Access the Internet with a fully-featured web browser.
To access the Internet:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsungfolder > Internet.
Bookmarks: Manage bookmarked pages, saved
pages, and history.
Tabs: Manage open tabs. The number on
the icon indicates the number of tabs that are
currentlyopen.
View a Web Site
Command Keys
The following command keys are available:
Add to Bookmarks: Add the current web page to
bookmarks or as a shortcut on the Home screen.
Refresh: Refresh or reload the current webpage.
Back or Back: Return to the previous page.
Forward: Go forward to a recent page.
Home: Display your Internet Home screen.
To view a web site:
► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and
then tap Go on the keyboard.
To zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom
out. Stretch the screen to zoom in.
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Browser Tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the sametime.
To open a new tab:
► Tap Tabs > New tab.
To close a tab:
1. Tap Tabs.
2. Tap Close tab by the tabs you want to close.
Save and Open Bookmarks
Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so that you can access it quickly.
To bookmark the current web page:
1. Tap Add to Bookmarks.
– or –
Tap More options > Add to Bookmarks.
2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap Save.
Bookmarks
The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks, Savedpages,
and History.
To open a bookmarked web page:
1. Tap Bookmarks > Bookmark.
2. Tap a bookmark entry.
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Saved Pages
Saving a web page stores the web page content on your device so that you can access it offline.
To save the current web page:
► Tap More options > Save webpage.
To view saved web pages:
1. Tap Bookmarks > Saved pages.
2. Tap a saved page to open it in the browser.
View History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
► Tap Bookmarks > History.
Share Pages
To share a web page address with others:
► Tap More options > Share, and follow the
prompts.
Secret Mode
Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows.
Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab.
To enable Secret mode:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsungfolder > Internet.
3. Tap Tabs.
4. Tap Turn on secret mode.
5. Tap Set password to protect your Secretmode data
with a password.
– or –
Tap Don’t use password.
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To turn off Secret mode:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsungfolder > Internet.
3. Tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode.
Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Samsungfolder > Internet.
3. Tap More options > Settings.
4. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Messages

Learn how to send and receive different messages using the Samsung Messages app on your device.
Types of Messages
The Samsung Messages app provides the following message types:
Text Messages (SMS)
Multimedia Messages (MMS)
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive tex t messages to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as picture, video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your ser vice provider’s multimedia message service.
Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the screen and indicate when messages are received and
theirtype.
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Create and Send Messages
This section describes how to create and send a message using the Messages app.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Messages > Compose.
3. Tap contacts, if desired, and then tap Compose.
Tap the Recipient field to manually enter a
recipient. You can also select the recipient based on Groups or recent calls.
Enter additional recipients by separating each
entry with a semicolon (;) and then using the previous procedure. More recipients can be added at any time before the message is sent.
4. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message.
Attach: Add images, audio, and more to your
message.
Emoticon: Choose an available emoticon
from the list and add it into your message at the cursor location.
5. Review the message and tap Send.
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the message is automatically saved as a draft.
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