User Manual Samsung GALAXY Z FLIP3 5G

• User Manual - (English)
• Quick Start Guide - (English)

Table of contents

• Getting started
• Camera and Gallery
• Apps
• Features

USER MANUAL

Getting started

Bixby

Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns, evolves, and adapts to you. It learns your routines, helps you set up reminders based on time and location, and is built in to your favorite apps. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/Bixby for more information.

From a Home screen, press and hold the Side key.

Bixby Routines

You can use Bixby to show you information or change device settings based on where you are and what you are doing.

• From Settings, tap Advanced features > Bixby Routines.

Bixby Vision

Bixby is integrated with your Camera, Gallery, and Internet apps to give you a deeper understanding of what you see. It provides contextual icons for translation, QR code detection, landmark recognition, or shopping.

Camera

Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you see.

• From Camera, tap More > Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

Gallery

Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images saved in the Gallery app.

1. From Gallery, tap a picture to view it.
2. Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

Internet

Bixby Vision can help you find out more about an image you find in the Internet app.

1. From Internet, touch and hold an image until a pop-up menu is displayed.
2. Tap Search with Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

Digital wellbeing and parental controls

You can monitor and manage your digital habits by getting a daily view of how frequently you use apps, how many notifications you receive, and how often you check your device. You can also set your device to help you wind down before going to bed.

• From Settings, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the following features:
  • Tap the Dashboard to view the following:
    • Screen time: View how long an app has been opened and used each day.
    • Notifications received: View how many notifications have been received from an app each day.
    • Unlocks: View how many times an app has been opened each day
• Your goals
  • Screen time: Set a screen time goal and view your daily average.
  • App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app.
• Ways to disconnect
  • Focus mode: Limit app usage for set periods of time to avoid distractions from your device.
  • Bedtime mode: Schedule when to change the screen to grayscale and mute calls, alerts, and other sounds.
• Comfort care
  • Volume monitor: Choose a sound source to monitor the volume and keep your ears safe.
• Check on your kids
  • Parental controls: Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen time, and set screen time limits.

Always On Display

View missed calls and message alerts, check the time and date, and view other customized information without unlocking your device using Always On Display AOD).

1. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Always On Display.
2. Tap to enable the feature, and then set the following options:

• Choose when to show a clock and notifications on the screen when your device is not in use.
• Clock style: Change the style and color options for the clock on the Lock
• Show music information: Show music details when the FaceWidgets music controller is in use.
• Screen orientation: Display the AOD in portrait or landscape mode.
• Auto brightness: Automatically adjust the brightness of Always On Display
• About Always On Display: View the current software version and license information.

AOD themes

Apply custom themes for Always On Display.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and tap Themes > AODs. ♦ Tap an AOD to preview and download it to My Always On Displays.
2. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > AODs to see downloaded themes.
3. Tap an AOD, and then tap Apply.

App continuity

App continuity allows your apps to transition between the cover screen and the large display seamlessly (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).

Continue apps on cover screen

Choose which apps you want to continue using on the cover screen when you close your device.

• From Settings, tap Display > Continue apps on cover screen, and tap apps to enable this feature.

Multi window

Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window™ can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows.

1. From any screen, tap Recent apps.
2. Tap the app icon, and then tap Open in split screen view.
3. Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view.

• Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size.

Window controls

The Window controls modify the way app windows are displayed in split screen view.

1. Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows.
2. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options:

• Rotate clockwise: Rotate the screens clockwise to change the orientation of the split (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
• Switch window: Swap the two windows.
• Add app combo to Edge panel: Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Apps panel on the Edge screen.

Edge panels

The Edge panels feature a variety of customizable panels that can be accessed from the edge of the screen. Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information.

Apps panel

You can add apps in two columns to the Apps panel.

1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed.
2. Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it. You can also tap Menu > All apps for the complete app list.

• To open additional windows in pop-up view, drag the app icon from the Apps panel to the open screen.

To configure Apps panel:

1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed.
2. Tap Menu > Edit to add other apps to the Apps panel.

• To add an app to the Apps panel, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on the right column.
• To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from the left side of the screen on top of an app in the columns on the right.
• To change the order of the apps on the panel, drag each app to the desired location.
• To remove an app, tap Remove.

3. Tap Back to save changes.

Configure Edge panels

You can customize the Edge panels.

1. From the Edge screen, tap Settings.
2. The following options are available:

• Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel.
• Edit (if available): Configure individual panels.
• Search: Find panels that are either installed or available to install (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).
• More options:
  • Reorder: Change the order of the panels by dragging them to the left or right.
  • Uninstall: Remove a downloaded Edge panel from your device (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).
  • Hide on Lock screen: Choose panels to hide on the Lock screen when a secure screen lock is set.
• Galaxy Store: Search for and download more Edge panels from Galaxy Store (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).

3. Tap Back to save changes.

Edge panel position and style

You can change the position of the Edge handle.

• From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > Handle for the following options:
  • Edge handle: Drag to change the position of the Edge handle along the edge of the screen.
  • Position: Choose either Right or Left to set which side the Edge screen displays on.
  • Lock handle position: Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held.
  • Style: Choose a color for the Edge handle.
  • Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle.
  • Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle.

About Edge panels

You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge panels feature.

• From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > About Edge panels.

Enter text

Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice.

Toolbar

The toolbar provides quick access to features of the keyboard. Options may vary by carrier.

• From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand toolbar for the following options:
  • Emojis: Insert an emoji.
  • Stickers: Add illustrated stickers.
  • GIFs: Add animated GIFs.
  • Floating keyboard: Change the keyboard to a floating version that can be moved anywhere on the screen. This option is only available when the device is open (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
  • Standard keyboard: Change the keyboard from a split version that is separated on either side of the fold, to a standard keyboard that stretches across both sides (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
  • Voice input: Use Samsung voice input.
  • Settings: Access keyboard settings.
  • Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
  • Search: Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations.
  • Translate: Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language.
  • Samsung Pass: Use biometrics for secure access to apps and services.
  • Spotify: Add music from Spotify™
  • Clipboard: Access the clipboard.
  • Text editing: Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to cut, copy, and paste.
  • Modes: Select a keyboard layout (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).
  • Keyboard size: Adjust the height and width of the keyboard.
  • Bitmoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers.
  • AR Emoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers you can share.
  • Mojitok: Create your own stickers or insert automatically suggested ones.

Configure the Samsung keyboard

Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard.

• From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for the following options:
  • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard.
    • To switch between languages, swipe the Space bar left or right.

Smart typing

• Predictive text: As you type see suggested words and phrases.
• Suggest emojis: Include emojis when using predictive text.
• Suggest stickers while typing: View recommended stickers while you are typing.
• Auto replace: Automatically replace what you type with predictive text recommendations.
• Auto spell check: Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections.
• More typing options: Customize additional typing options.

Style and layout

• Keyboard toolbar: View or hide the keyboard toolbar.
• High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
• Theme: Choose a theme for your keyboard.
• Mode: Choose between portrait and landscape mode.
• Size and transparency: Adjust the size and transparency of the keyboard.
• Layout: Display numbers and special characters on the keyboard.
• Font size: Drag the slider to adjust the font size.
• Custom symbols: Change the symbol shortcuts on the keyboard.

Other settings

• Swipe, touch, and feedback: Customize gestures and feedback.
• Handwriting: Customize handwriting options (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
• S Pen to text: Use the S Pen to write in search fields, address bars, and other text areas. Your handwriting is converted to text, and you can edit the converted text with the S Pen (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
• Select third-party content to use: Enable third-party keyboard features.
• Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data.
• About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the
• Samsung keyboard.
• Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.

Configure Samsung voice input

Set customized options for Samsung voice input.

• From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.

Configure Samsung voice input

Set customized options for Samsung voice input.

1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.
2. Tap Settings for options.

• Keyboard language: Choose the language for the keyboard.
• Voice input language: Select the language for Samsung voice input.
• Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks.
• About Samsung voice input: View version and legal information for Samsung voice input.

Emergency mode

Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency features and conserve your device’s power during an emergency situation.

To save battery power, Emergency mode:

Restricts application usage to only essential applications and those you select.

Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data when the screen is off.

Activate Emergency mode

To activate Emergency mode:

1. Press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time.
2. Tap Emergency mode.

• When accessing for the first time, read and accept the terms and conditions.

3. Tap Turn on.

Emergency mode features

While in Emergency mode, only the following apps and features are available on the Home screen. Options may vary by carrier.

• Estimated battery life: Displays estimated remaining battery charge time based on current battery charge and usage.
• Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.
• Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren.
• Phone: Launch the call screen.
• Share/Message my location: Send your location information to your emergency contacts.
• Internet/Chrome: Launch the web browser.
• Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated service.
• More options:
  • Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode.
  • Edit: Add or remove apps from the screen.
  • Emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of Emergency) group contacts.
  • Settings: Configure the available settings. Only a limited number of settings are enabled in Emergency mode.

Turn off Emergency mode

When emergency mode is turned off, the device returns to standard mode.

• Tap More options, and tap Turn off Emergency mode.

Camera and Gallery

You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. Images and videos are stored in the Gallery, where you can view and edit them.

Camera

Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses and pro-grade video modes and settings.

• From Apps, tap Camera.

Navigate the camera screen

Take stunning pictures with your device’s front and rear cameras.

1. From Camera, set up your shot with the following features:

• Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus.
  • When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
• To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or down.
• To automatically adjust exposure, contrast, white balance, and more based on what is detected in the camera frame, tap Scene optimizer. (Only available when using the rear camera.)
• To change to a different shooting mode, swipe the screen right or left.
• To change camera settings, tap Settings.

2. Tap Capture.

Galaxy Z Fold3 5G Camera features

Capture and view

View the pictures and videos you capture while still using your camera. Images will be shown on the side panel until the Camera app is closed. This feature is only available when the device is open.

• From Camera, tap View.

Cover screen preview

Make photo shoots more interactive by turning on dual preview. The camera view will display on both the cover screen and main screen so that both the photographer and subject will be able to see the camera screen while taking photos.

• From Camera, tap Cover screen preview.

Auto framing

Track more people and pets with auto framing. The zoom will automatically adjust as people move around, enter, or leave the scene.

1. From Camera, swipe to Video.
2. Tap Auto framing to enable the feature.
3. Tap Record

Galaxy Z Flip3 Camera features

Selfies in Flex mode

Use your camera in Flex mode for hands-free selfies.

1. Place your phone on a flat surface in table top view.
2. From Camera, tap Portrait.
3. Tap or to move the camera preview to the top or bottom half of the screen.

Configure shooting mode

Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes.

• From Camera, swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes.
  • Single take: Capture multiple pictures and video clips from different angles.
  • Portrait: Adjust the background of your shots for portrait photos.
  • Photo: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures.
  • Video: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos.
  • More: Choose other available shooting modes. Tap Add to drag modes into or out of the shooting modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen.
    • AR Doodle: Enhance videos by adding line drawings or handwriting to your environment. AR Doodle tracks faces and space so they move with you.
    • 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.
    • Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food.
    • Night: Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.
    • Portrait video: Adjust the background of your shots for portrait videos.
    • Pro video: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while recording videos.
    • Super slow-mo: Record videos at an extremely high frame rate for viewing in high quality slow motion. You can play a specific section of each video in slow motion after recording it.
  • Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame rate for viewing in slow motion.
  • Hyperlapse: Create a time lapse video by recording at various frame rates.
  • The frame rate is adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device.
  • Director's view: Access advanced features such as lock onto a subject in view, change between different rear camera lenses, and more.

AR Zone

Access all of your Augmented Reality (AR) features in one place.

• From Camera, swipe to More, and then tap AR Zone. The following features are available:
  • AR Emoji Camera: Use the camera to create your My Emoji avatar.
  • AR Doodle: Enhance videos by adding line drawings or handwriting to your environment. AR Doodle tracks faces and space so they move with you.
  • AR Emoji Studio: Use AR tools to create and customize your My Emoji avatar.
  • AR Emoji Stickers: Add AR stickers to your My Emoji avatar.
  • Deco Pic: Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera.
  • Quick measure: Measure items in inches or centimeters using your camera.

Record videos

Record smooth lifelike videos using your device.

1. From Camera, swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video.
2. Tap Record to begin recording a video.

• To take a picture while recording, tap Capture.
• To temporarily stop recording, tap Pause. To continue recording, tapResume.

3. Tap Stop when you are finished recording.

Camera settings

Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera’s settings.

• From Camera, tap Settings for the following options:

Intelligent features

• Scene optimizer: Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter.
• Shot suggestions: Get on-screen guides to help you line up great shots.
• Scan QR codes: Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera.

Pictures

• Swipe Shutter button to: Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge.
• Format and advanced options: Choose file formats and other saving options.
  • HEIF pictures: Save pictures as high efficiency images to save space. Some sharing sites may not support this format.
  • RAW copies: Save JPEG and RAW copies of pictures taken in Pro mode.
  • Ultra wide shape correction: Automatically correct distortion in pictures taken with the ultra wide lens.

Selfies

• Use wide angle for group selfies: Automatically switch to wide-angle when there are two or more people in the selfie.
• Save selfies as previewed: Save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them.
• Selfie color tone: Set the color tone for your selfies to Natural or Bright.

Videos

• Advanced recording options: Enhance your videos with advanced recording formats.
  • High efficiency videos: Record videos in HEVC format to save space. Other devices or sharing sites may not support playback of this format.
  • HDR10+ videos: Optimize videos by recording in HDR10+. Playback devices must support HDR10+ video.
  • Zoom-in mic: Match the mic zoom to the camera zoom while recording videos (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
• Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving.

Useful features

• Auto HDR: Capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots.
• Tracking auto-focus: Keep a moving subject in focus.
• Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video.
• Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos.
• Shooting methods:
  • Press Volume keys to: Use the Volume keys to take pictures, record video, zoom, or control system volume.
  • Voice commands: Take pictures speaking key words.
  • Floating shutter button: Add an extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen.
  • Show palm: Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds.
• Settings to keep: Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting mode, selfie angle, and filters as the last time.
• Shutter sound: Play a tone when taking a picture.
• Vibration feedback: Enable vibrations when tapping the screen in the Camera app.
• Reset settings: Reset the Camera settings.
• Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
• About Camera: View app and software information.

Gallery

Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos.

• From Apps, tap Gallery.

View pictures

Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.
2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.

• To use Bixby Vision on the current picture, tap Bixby Vision. For more information, see Bixby.
• To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites.
• To access the following features, tap More:
  • Details: View and edit information about the picture.
  • Set as wallpaper: Set the picture as wallpaper.
  • Remaster picture: Refine a picture with automatic image improvements.
  • Copy to clipboard: Copy the image to paste in another app.
  • Move to Secure Folder: Move the picture to a Secure Folder.
  • Print: Send the picture to a connected printer.

Edit pictures

Enhance your pictures using the Gallery's editing tools.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.
2. Tap a picture to view it, and then tap Edit for the following options:

• Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture.
• Filters: Add color effects.
• Tone: Adjust the brightness, exposure, contrast, and more.
• Stickers: Overlay illustrated or animated stickers.
• Draw: Add handwritten text or hand drawn content.
• Text: Add text to the picture.
• Portrait: Enhance skin tones, eyes, and other facial features.
• Auto adjust: Apply automatic adjustments to improve the picture.
• Revert: Undo the changes applied to restore the original picture.

3. Tap Save when finished.

Play video

View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video details.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.
2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.

• To mark the video as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites. The video is added to Favorites under the Albums tab.
• To access the following features, tap More:
  • Details: View and edit information about the video.
  • Open in Video player: View this video in the default video player.
  • Set as wallpaper: Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen.
  • Move to Secure Folder: Add this video to your Secure Folder.

3. Tap Play video to play the video.

Video brightness

Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colors.

• From Settings, tap Advanced features > Video brightness and choose an option.

Edit video

Edit videos stored on your device.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.
2. Tap a video to view it.

3. Tap Edit to use the following tools:

Play: Preview the edited video.

Trim: Cut segments of the video.

Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall appearance of the video.

Filters: Add visual effects to the video.

Sticker: Overlay illustrated or animated stickers.

Draw: Draw on your video.

Text: Add text to your videos.

Portrait: Enhance skin tones, eyes, and other facial features.

Speed: Adjust the play speed.

Audio: Adjust the volume levels and add background music to the video.

4. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted.

Share pictures and videos

Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.
2. Tap More options > Edit and select the pictures or videos you want to share.
3. Tap Share, and then choose an app or connection to use for sharing your selection. Follow the prompts.

Delete pictures and videos

Delete pictures and videos stored on your device.

1. From Gallery, tap More options > Edit.
2. Tap pictures and videos to select them.
3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

Group similar images

Organize pictures and videos in the Gallery by similarity.

1. From Gallery, tap Group similar images.
2. Tap Ungroup similar images to return to the default Gallery view.

Take a screenshot

Capture an image of your screen. Your device will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app.

• From any screen, press and release the Side and Volume down keys.

Palm swipe to capture a screenshot

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.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Palm swipe to capture.
2. Tap to enable this feature.

Screenshot settings

Modify screenshot settings.

• From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots and screen recorder.
  • Screenshot toolbar: Show additional options after you take a screenshot.
  • Hide status and navigation bars: Do not display the status bar or navigation bars on screenshots.
  • Delete shared screenshots: Automatically delete screenshots after they are shared through the screenshot toolbar.
  • Screenshot format: Choose if you would like your screenshots to be saved as JPG or PNG files.

Screen recorder

Record activities on your device, write notes, and use the camera to record a video overlay of yourself to share with friends or family.

1. From Quick Settings, tap Screen recorder.
2. Choose a sound setting, and tap Start recording.
3. A three-second countdown runs before it starts recording. You can tap Skip countdown to begin recording immediately.

• Tap Draw to draw on the screen.
• Tap Pointer to show an icon on the screen when using your S Pen (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).
• Tap Selfie video to include a recording from your front camera.

4. Tap Stop to finish recording. These are automatically saved to the Screen recordings album in the Gallery.

Screen recorder settings

Control the sound and quality settings for the screen recorder.

• From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots and screen recorder.
  • Sound: Choose what sounds to record while using the screen recorder.
  • Video quality: Select a resolution. Selecting a higher resolution for higher quality requires more memory.
  • Selfie video size: Drag the slider to set the size of the video overlay.

Apps

Using apps

The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store.

• From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to access the Apps list.

Uninstall or disable apps

Installed apps can be removed from your device. Some apps that are preloaded available on your device by default) can only be disabled. Disabled apps are turned off and hidden from the Apps list.

• From Apps, touch and hold an app, and tap Uninstall/Disable.

Search for apps

If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting, you can use the Search feature.

1. From Apps, tap Search, and enter a word or words. As you type, matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen.
2. Tap a result to go to that app.

Sort apps

App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.

• From Apps, tap More options > Sort for the following sorting options:
  • Custom order: Arrange apps manually.
  • Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically.

Create and use folders

You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list.

1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted.
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.

• 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 Done.

3. Tap Back to close the folder.

Copy a folder to a Home screen

You can copy a folder to a Home screen.

• From Apps, touch and hold a folder, and tap Add to Home.

Delete a folder

When you delete a folder, the app shortcuts return to the Apps list.

1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to delete.
2. Tap Delete folder, and confirm when prompted.

Game Booster

Get optimized performance while playing games based on your usage. Block notifications and enable features to improve your gaming experience.

• While playing a game, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view the navigation bar. The following options are seen on the far right and left sides:
  • Touch protection: Lock the screen to prevent accidental taps. This is the default option.
  • Game Booster: Configure other options, including performance monitoring and blocking the navigation bar, screen touches, and screenshots.

App settings

Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps.

• From Settings, tap Apps. Tap an option to customize:
  • Choose default apps: Choose which apps to use for making calls, sending messages, going to websites, and more.
  • Samsung app settings: View a list of Samsung apps and customize their settings.
  • Your apps: Tap an app to view and update information about its privacy and usage settings. Options vary by app.

Samsung apps

The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over-the-air to your device during setup. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store.

Options may vary by carrier.

Galaxy Essentials

Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through

Samsung apps. You can access and download a collection of premium content.

• From Apps, tap More options > Galaxy Essentials.

AR Zone

Access all of your Augmented Reality (AR) features in one place.

For more information, see AR Zone.

Bixby

Bixby displays customized content based on your interactions. Bixby learns from your usage patterns and suggests content you may like.

For more information, see Bixby.

Galaxy Store

Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store.

Galaxy Wearable

Connect your device to your Samsung Watch using this application.

Game Launcher

Automatically arrange all your games in one place. For more information on Game Launcher, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher.

PENUP

Share photos, comment on other creations, or just browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only). This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble or paint.

Samsung Free

Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive games entirely free of charge.

Samsung Global Goals

Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that support these causes with ads from this app.

Samsung Members

Get more and do more from your Galaxy device. Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive experiences and content — for Samsung members only. Samsung Members may be preloaded on your device, or you can download and install it from Galaxy Store or the Google Play store.

SmartThings

SmartThings allows you to control, automate, and monitor your home environment through a mobile device to fit your specific needs. You can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time. Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard.

Tips

View tips and techniques as well as the user manual for your device.

Calculator

The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter.

Calendar

The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place

Add calendars

Add your accounts to the Calendar app.

1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer.
2. Tap Calendar settings > Add account and select an account type.
3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts.

Subscription calendars

Subscribe to calendars that match your interests, you can easily find a variety of upcoming events and add them to your schedule.

1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer.
2. Tap Subscription calendars > Add your interests and follow the prompts.

Calendar alert style

Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles.

1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer > Calendar settings > Alert style.

The following options are available:

• Light: Receive a notification and hear a short sound.
• Medium: Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound.
• Strong: Get a full-screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed.

2. Depending on the alert style selected above, the following sound options are available:

• Short sound: Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles.
• Long sound: Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style.

Create an event

Use your Calendar to create events.

1. From Calendar, tap Add event or Add event to add an event.
2. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save.

Delete an event

Delete events from your Calendar.

• From Calendar, tap an event, and tap again to edit it.
• Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

Clock

The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.

Alarm

Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to be notified.

1. From Clock, tap Add alarm.
2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:

• Time: Set a time for the alarm.
• Day: Choose the days for this alarm.
• Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
• Alarm sound: 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.
• Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.

3. Tap Save to save the alarm.

Delete an alarm

You can delete an alarm that you created.

1. From Clock, touch and hold an alarm.
2. Tap Delete.

Alert settings

You can set the device to vibrate for alarms and timers whether the Sound mode is set to Mute or Vibrate.

1. From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
2. Tap Vibrate for alarms and timers to enable the feature

World clock

The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe

1. From Clock, tap World clock.
2. Tap Add city.
3. Drag the globe to spin it, tap the city you want, and then tap Add.

• To remove a city, touch and hold it, and tap Delete.

Time zone converter

Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities.

1. From Clock, tap World clock.
2. Tap More options > Time zone converter.
3. Tap Menu to choose a different city.

• To add a city to the list, tap Add city.

4. Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) on the clock to set a time. Local times for the other cities listed are automatically updated.

• To return the clock to the current time, tap Reset.

Weather settings

Show weather information on your World clock.

1. From Clock, tap World clock.
2. Tap More options > Settings > Show weather to enable or disable weather information.
3. Tap Temperature to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.

Stopwatch

The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second.

1. From Clock, tap Stopwatch.

2. Tap Start to begin timing.

• To keep track of lap times, tap Lap.

3. Tap Stop to end timing.

• To continue timing after stopping the clock, tap Resume.
• To reset the Stopwatch to zero, tap Reset.

Timer

Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.

1. From Clock, tap Timer.
2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer.
3. Tap Start to begin the Timer.

• To temporarily stop the Timer, tap Pause. To continue, tap Resume.
• To stop and reset the Timer, tap Cancel.

Preset timer

Name and save preset timers.

1. From Clock, tap Timer > Add preset timer.
2. Configure the countdown time and timer name.
3. Tap Add to save the timer.

• To edit a saved preset timer, tap More options > Edit preset timers.

Timer options

You can customize the Timer options.

1. From Clock, tap Timer.
2. Tap More options > Settings.

• Sound: Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own.
• Vibration: Enable vibration for the timer.
• Show mini timer: Show a pop-up window of the timer when the Clock app is minimized.

General settings

View and configure settings for all Clock tools.

• From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
  • Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps.
  • About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates.

Contacts

Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features.

Create a contact

1. From Contacts, tap Create contact.
2. Enter details for the contact, and then tap Save.

Edit a contact

When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information.

1. From Contacts, tap a contact.
2. Tap Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
4. Tap Save.

Favorites

When you mark contacts as favorites, they are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps.

1. From Contacts, tap a contact.
2. Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite.

• To remove the contact from Favorites, tap Favorites.

Share a contact

Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services.

1. From Contacts, tap a contact.
2. Tap Share.
3. Tap either File or Text.
4. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.

TIP When viewing a contact, tap More > QR code to quickly share the information with friends or family. The QR code automatically updates when you change the contact information fields.

Show contacts when sharing content

Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window.

• From Settings, tap Advanced features > Show contacts when sharing content, and tap to enable the feature.

Groups

You can use groups to organize your contacts.

Create a group

Create your own contact groups.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups.
2. Tap Create group, 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.

3. Tap Save.

Add or remove group contacts

Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts.

• From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
  • To remove a contact, touch and hold a contact to select it, and then tap Remove.
  • To add a contact, tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts you want to add. When finished, tap Done > Save.

Send a message to a group

Send a text message to members of a group.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
2. Tap More options > Send message.

Send an email to a group

Send an email to members of a group.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
2. Tap More options > Send email.
3. 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.

4. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.

Delete a group

Delete a group you have created.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
2. Tap More options > Delete.

• To only delete the group, tap Group only.
• To delete the group and the contacts in the group, tap Group and members.

Manage contacts

You can import or export contacts, as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry.

Merge contacts

Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one contact by linking entries into a single contact.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Merge contacts. Contacts with duplicate phone numbers, email addresses, and names will be listed together.
3. Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Merge.

Delete duplicate contacts

Quickly remove duplicated contacts.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Delete duplicate contacts. Contacts that are duplicated are listed.
3. Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Delete.

Import contacts

Import contacts to your device as vCard files (VCF).

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Import or export contacts.
3. Tap Import and follow the prompts.

Export contacts

Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF).

1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Import or export contacts.
3. Tap Export and follow the prompts.

Move contacts

Move contacts from and to your device and SIM card.

1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Move contacts.
3. Tap a location for From and To in order to move your saved contacts.

Sync contacts

Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts.

1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.
2. Tap Sync contacts

Delete contacts

Delete a single contact or multiple contacts.

1. From Contacts, touch and hold a contact to select it.

You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion.

2. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

Internet

Samsung Internet is a simple, fast, and reliable web browser for your device. Experience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode, Biometric Web Login, and Contents Blocker.

Browser tabs

Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time.

• From Internet, tap Tabs > New tab.
  • To close a tab, tap Tabs > Close tab.

Create a Bookmark

Bookmark your favorite webpages to quickly access them.

• From Internet, tap Add to bookmarks to save the open webpage.

Open a Bookmark

Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks page.

1. From Internet, tap Bookmarks.
2. Tap a bookmark entry.

Save a web page

There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app.

• From Internet, tap Tools > Add page to for the following options:
  • Bookmarks: Add the webpage to your Bookmark list.
  • Quick access: View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages.
  • Home screen: Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen.
  • Saved pages: Save the webpage content on your device so that you can access it offline.

View history

To view a list of recently visited web pages:

• From Internet, tap Tools > History.

Share pages

Web pages can be shared with your contacts.

• From Internet, tap Tools > 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.

1. From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn on secret mode.
2. Tap Start to begin browsing in secret mode.

Secret mode settings

Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode.

1. From Internet, tap Tabs.
2. Tap More options > Secret mode settings for the following options:

• Use password: Create a password to enable secret mode.
• Face: Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private.
• Fingerprints: Use Fingerprint scanner to keep Secret mode private.
• Reset Secret mode: Erase your secret mode data and restore defaults.

Turn off secret mode

Disable secret mode and return to normal browsing.

• From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode.

Internet settings

Modify settings associated with using the Internet app.

• From Internet, tap Tools > Settings.

Messages

Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send emojis, or just say a quick hello. Options may vary by carrier.

• From Messages, tap Compose new message or Compose new message.

Message search

To quickly locate a message, use the search feature.

1. From Messages, tap Search.
2. Enter keywords in the Search field, and then tap Search on the keyboard.

Delete conversations

You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations.

1. From Messages, tap More options > Delete.
2. Tap each conversation you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete all, and confirm when prompted.

Send SOS messages

Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an emergency situation.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Send SOS messages, and then tap to enable this feature.

• To choose the number of times to press the Side key to send an SOS message, tap either 3 times or 4 times.
• To choose a contact to automatically call after you send an SOS message, tap Auto call someone.
• To include a picture from your front and rear cameras, tap Attach pictures.
• To include a five-second audio recording in your SOS message, tap Attach audio recording.
• To add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts, tap Send messages to.

2. Press the Side key quickly three or four times to send an SOS message.

Message settings

Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages.

• From Messages, tap More options > Settings.

Emergency alerts

Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message.

1. From Settings, tap Notifications > Advanced settings.
2. Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts to customize notifications for emergency alerts.

My Files

View and manage files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts.

File groups

Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups:

• Recent files: View recently accessed files.

This option is displayed on the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G if one or more files have been accessed recently.

• Categories: View your files based on the file type.
• Storage: View files saved on your device and cloud accounts.

Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to.

• Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.

My Files options

Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. Options may vary by carrier.

• From My Files, the following options are available:
• Search: Search for a file or folder.
• More options:
  • Cloud service: Connect to a carrier cloud service if available.
  • Clear Recent files list: Remove the list of recently accessed files. This option is only available after a file has been opened through My Files Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).
  • Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.
  • Trash: Choose to restore or permanently remove files that you delete.
  • Settings: View settings for the app (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).
  • Contact us: Get connected with Samsung Members.

Phone

The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced calling features. Contact your carrier for more information. The actual appearance of the Phone app screen and available options varies by carrier.

Calls

The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more.

Make a call

Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen.

• From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.
  • Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.

Make a call from Recents

All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log.

1. From Phone, tap Recents to display a list of recent calls.
2. Tap a contact, and then tap Call.

Make a call from Contacts

Call a contact from the Contacts app.

• From Contacts, swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact.

Answer a call

When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name is displayed. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.

• On the incoming call screen, drag Answer to the right to answer the call.

Decline a call

You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.

• On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to the left to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.

Decline with a message

You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response.

• On the incoming call screen, drag Send message upward and select a message.

End a call

• Tap End call when you are ready to end your call.

Actions while on a call

You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or speaker, and even multitask while on a call.

• Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume.

Switch to headset or speaker

Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth® headset (not included).

• Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker or tap Bluetooth to hear the caller using a Bluetooth headset.

Multitask

If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar.

To return to the call screen:

• Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.

To end a call while multitasking:

• Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap End call.

Call background

Select a picture or video to show when you make or receive a call.

• From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call background for the following options:
  • Layout: Choose how to show caller info when the person has a profile picture.
  • Background: Choose a photo to display during a call.

Call pop-up settings

When calls are received while using other apps, they can be displayed as pop-ups.

• From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call display while using apps. The following options are available:
  • Full screen: Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app.
  • Pop-up: Display an incoming call as a pop-up at the top of the screen.
  • Mini pop-up: Display an incoming call as a smaller pop-up.
  • Keep calls in pop-up: Enable this option to keep calls in the pop-up after they are answered (Galaxy Z Flip3 5G only).

Places

Explore nearby business and venues to get contact information and directions.

1. From Phone, tap Places.
2. Tap a category to search nearby.
3. Tap a location to view contact information and directions.

Manage calls

Your calls are recorded in a call log. You can set up speed dials, block numbers, and use voicemail.

Call log

The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.

• From Phone, tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.

Save a contact from a recent call

Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list.

1. From Phone, tap Recents.
2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list, and tap Add to contacts.
3. Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact.

Delete call records

To delete Call log entries:

1. From Phone, tap Recents.
2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
3. Tap Delete.

Block a number

By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.

1. From Phone, tap Recents.
2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list.
3. Tap Details > Block, and confirm when prompted.

Speed dial

You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number.

1. From Phone, tap Keypad > More options > Speed dial numbers. The Speed dial numbers screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers.
2. Tap an unassigned number.

• Tap Menu to select a different Speed dial number than the next one in sequence.
• Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail.

3. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to the number.

• The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.

Make a call with Speed dial

You can make a call using Speed dial.

• From Phone, touch and hold the Speed dial number.
  • If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit.

Remove a Speed dial number

You can remove an assigned Speed dial number.

1. From Phone, tap More options > Speed dial numbers.
2. Tap Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial.

Emergency calls

You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s service status. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an emergency call.

1. From Phone, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap Call.
2. Complete your call. During this type of call, you have access to most in-call features.

Phone settings

These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app.

• From Phone, tap More options > Settings.

Optional calling services

Your wireless carrier and service plan may support the following calling services.

Place a multi-party call

Make another call while a call is in progress. Options may vary by carrier.

1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second call.
2. Dial the new number and tap Call. When the call is answered:

• Tap Swap or the On hold number to switch between the two calls.
• Tap Merge to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).

Video calls

To make Video calls:

• Tap Phone, enter a number, and then tap Video call or Video call or Video call.

NOTE Not all devices support video calling. The receiver has the option to accept the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call.

Video call effects

Blur or customize your background during a video call in available apps.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Video call effects.
2. Tap to enable this feature.
3. Choose an available option:

• Background color: Automatically adjust your virtual background to a solid color based on your surroundings.
• Background image: Select an image from your photos to use as your video call background.

Wi-Fi calling

Make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.

1. From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Wi-Fi calling.
2. Tap to enable this feature.
3. Follow the prompts to set up and configure Wi-Fi calling.

Advanced calling

Enjoy high definition voice and video calling.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Advanced calling, and then tap to turn on this feature.
2. Tap either HD Voice and Video Calling or HD Voice only.

Real Time Text (RTT)

Type back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call.

You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also supports RTT or is connected to a teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls.

1. From Phone, tap More options > Settings.
2. Tap Real time text for the following options:

• RTT call button: Choose a visibility option for the RTT call button.
  • Visible during calls: Show the RTT call button only during calls.
  • Always visible: Show the RTT call button on the keypad and during calls.
• Use external TTY keyboard: Hide the RTT keyboard when an external TTY keyboard is connected.
• TTY mode: Choose the preferred TTY mode for the keyboard in use.

Samsung Health

Use Samsung Health™ to plan, track various aspects of daily life contributing to well-being such as physical activity, diet, and sleep

The accuracy of the information and data provided by this device and its related software, may be affected by factors such as environmental conditions, specific activity performed while using/wearing the device, settings of the device, user configuration/user-provided information, and other end-user interactions.

Before you start exercising

Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine, it is always best to make sure you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions:

Heart disease; Asthma or lung disease; Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease; and

Arthritis.

Before beginning your exercise regimen check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as:

Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity;

Dizziness or loss of consciousness;

Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed;

Ankle swelling, especially at night;

A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat;

Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest.

It is recommended that before engaging in an exercise routine, you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.

Samsung Notes

Use Samsung Notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking services.

Create notes

Add text, images, voice recordings and more.

1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add.
2. Use the text options to create content.

Voice recordings

Create annotated voice recordings perfect for lectures or meetings. Take notes while recording audio. Playback is synced to scroll to the corresponding text.

1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add.
2. Tap Insert > Voice recording.
3. Use the text options to create content while audio is being recorded.

Edit notes

Make edits to notes you create.

1. From Samsung Notes, tap a note to view it.
2. Tap Edit and make changes.
3. When you are finished, tap Navigate up.

Notes options

You can edit, sort, or manage notes.

• From Samsung Notes, the following options are available:
  • Import PDFs: Open a PDF in Samsung Notes.
  • Search: Search for a keyword.
  • More options:
    • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, save as file, lock, or move.
    • View: Switch between Grid, List, or Simple list.
    • Pin favorites to top: Keep notes marked as your favorites at the top of the main page.

Notes menu

You can view your notes by category.

• From Samsung Notes, tap Navigation drawer for the following options:
  • Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app.
  • All notes: View all notes.
  • Frequently used: Quick access to commonly used notes.
  • Shared notebooks: View notebooks shared with your contacts through your
  • Samsung account.
  • Trash: View deleted notes for up to 15 days.
  • Folders: View notes by groups.
  • Manage folders: Add, remove, and organize groups.

Samsung Pay

Samsung Pay™ lets you make payments with your device. It is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is required.

• From Samsung Pay, tap Get started and follow the prompts.

Use Samsung Pay

Use Samsung Pay by opening the app and holding your device over the store's card reader.

1. From Samsung Pay, select a card to pay with and authorize payments by scanning your finger or by entering your Samsung Pay PIN.
2. Hold your phone over the store’s card reader.

• When your payment is complete, a receipt is sent to your registered email.

Quick access

Use Quick access to open Samsung Pay from the Lock Screen, Home screen, or Screen off.

1. From Samsung Pay, tap Menu > Settings > Quick access.
2. Tap to enable each screen option.

To use Quick access:

From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.

Your payment card and Quick access are displayed.

Drag the card down to close Quick access.

Use gift cards with Samsung Pay

Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an expanding selection of your favorite retailers.

Secure your information

Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or

PIN, and each transaction uses a unique token each time, so your device only allows payments with your consent.

If your device is ever lost, you can use the Find My Mobile function to remotely wipe your data for even more protection. For more information, see Find My Mobile.

Google apps

The following Google apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from the Google Play™ store.

Chrome

Browse the Internet with Chrome™ and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device.

Drive

Open, view, rename, and share files saved to your Google Drive™ cloud account.

Duo

Make video calls.

Gmail

Send and receive email with Google’s web-based email service.

Google

Find online content with tools that learn what interests you. Turn on your personalized feed to receive customized content.

GPay

Pay with your Android phone at participating stores and within mobile apps with Google Pay™

Maps

Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location.

Photos

Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with Google Photos™

Google Play Movies & TV

Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can also view videos saved on your device.

Play Store

Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in the Google Play store.

YouTube

Watch and upload YouTube™ videos right from your device.

YT Music

Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from YouTube Music.

Microsoft apps

The following Microsoft apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store.

Outlook

Office

Enjoy the Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app.

OneDrive

Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive® account—accessible from your personal computer, tablet, or phone.

Features

S Pen

The Galaxy Z Fold3 5G supports the S Pen Pro and S Pen Fold Edition (sold separately).

Only use the S Pen Pro or the S Pen Fold Edition that is designed exclusively for the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G. All other S Pens or stylus pens not designed for Galaxy Z Fold3 5G including those by other manufacturers) may damage the screen.

The S Pen provides a variety of helpful functions. Use your S Pen to launch apps, take notes, or draw a picture. Some S Pen functions, such as tapping the touchscreen, may not work if the device is near a magnet.

Mobile continuity

Access storage and other functions of your device across compatible mobile devices and computers.

Link to Windows

Achieve mobile continuity between your Samsung device and Windows-based PCs.

Get instant access to your device’s photos, messages, and more on a PC by linking your devices.

Pictures

• Drag and drop pictures to Windows.
• Open and edit pictures in the Your Photos app.
• Share images with your contacts through Windows.

Messages (SMS/MMS)

• MMS group messaging support.
• Integration with Windows Emoji Picker.
• Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new message.

Notifications

See and manage phone notifications from your PC.

Exclude notifications from individual phone apps.

Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new notification.

App mirroring

Live stream your phone screen on your PC.

Interact with your phone using the keyboard and mouse.

Use Windows Accessibility.

Link your device to your computer

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Link to Windows.
2. Follow the prompts to connect your device to your PC.

Samsung DeX

Connect your device to a PC or TV for an enhanced multitasking experience (Galaxy Z Fold3 5G only).

• Send DeX to your TV and keep using your device, or turn your device into a trackpad.
• Connect to a TV or monitor either wirelessly or with an HDMI cable.
• Get DeX on your PC for quick and easy file transfers.

Visit samsung.com/us/explore/dex for more information.

Enable DeX

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Samsung DeX.
2. Tap to turn on the feature.
3. Follow the instructions on your device to connect to your TV or PC.

• If connecting to a PC, download the DeX app on to your computer at samsungdex.com.

Call and text on other devices

This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Call & text on other devices.
2. Tap to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically.
3. Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices.

TIP Move your contacts from your device to your Samsung account so you can access them on all registered devices.

Continue apps on other devices

This feature allows you to pick up where you left off on your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account. The Samsung Internet and Samsung Notes apps are supported.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Continue apps on other devices.
2. Tap to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically.
3. Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices.

Biometric security

Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts.

Face recognition

You can enable Face Recognition to unlock your screen. To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.

• 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.

1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition.
2. Follow the prompts to register your face.

Face recognition management

Customize how face recognition works.

• From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition.
  • Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
  • Add alternative look: Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative appearance.
  • Face unlock: Enable or disable face recognition security.
  • Stay on Lock screen until swipe: When you unlock your device with face recognition, stay on the Lock screen until you swipe the screen.
  • Faster recognition: Turn on for faster face recognition. Turn off to increase security and make it harder to unlock using an image or video of your likeness.
  • Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when your eyes are open.
  • Brighten screen: Increase the screen brightness temporarily so that your face can be recognized in dark conditions.
  • About unlocking with biometrics: Learn additional information about securing your device with biometrics.

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. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.

1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.
2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.

Fingerprint management

Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.

• From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints for the following options:

The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list. You can tap a fingerprint to remove or rename it.

Add fingerprint: Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint.

Check added fingerprints: Scan your fingerprint to see if it has been registered.

Fingerprint verification settings

Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.

• From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.

Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device.

Fingerprint always on: Scan your fingerprint even when the screen is off.

About unlocking with biometrics: Read details on the requirements each biometric security feature has for using your pattern, PIN, or password as a backup.

Biometrics settings

Configure your preferences for biometric security options.

• From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > More biometrics settings for the following:

Show unlock transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device.

Biometrics security patch: View the software version of the biometric security features.

Dark mode

Dark mode allows you to switch to a darker theme to keep your eyes more comfortable at night, darkening white or bright screens and notifications.

From Settings, tap Display for the following options:

• Light: Apply a light color theme to your device (default).
• Dark: Apply a dark color theme to your device.
• Dark mode settings: Customize when and where Dark mode is applied.
  • Turn on as scheduled: Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule.