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Table of Contents
Getting started
6 Device layout and functions
11 Charging the battery
16 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
18 Turning the device on and off
19 Initial setup
Apps and features
20 Introduction
21 Samsung account
22 Understanding the screen
33 Notification panel
35 Using the device when folded (Flex
mode)
36 Entering text
38 Installing or uninstalling apps
40 Phone
42 Contacts
44 Messages
46 Internet
47 Multi window (Using multiple apps at
once)
50 Bixby
52 Bixby Vision
53 Samsung Kids
54 Samsung Health
55 Samsung Members
55 Samsung Global Goals
55 Samsung TV Plus
55 Galaxy Shop
56 Galaxy Wearable
56 Calendar
57 Reminder (Receiving notifications for
to-do items)
58 My Files (Checking and managing the
files)
58 Clock
58 Calculator
59 Game Launcher
60 Game Booster (Configuring your
gaming environment)
61 SmartThings
61 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV screen)
62 Music Share
64 Link to Windows (Using the device via
a computer connection)
65 Samsung DeX
71 Google apps
72 S Pen
75 Samsung Notes
77 PENUP
78 Camera
97 Gallery
101 AR Zone
107 Voice Recorder
109 Samsung Wallet
111 Samsung Pay
113 Sharing content
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138 Security and privacy
139 Face recognition
141 Fingerprint recognition
143 Samsung Pass
145 Secure Folder
148 Secure Wi-Fi
149 Location
150 Safety and emergency
150 Accounts and backup
151 Samsung Cloud
152 Google
152 Advanced features
153 Motions and gestures
154 Video call effects
155 Dual Messenger
156 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
156 Battery and device care
156 Optimising your device
157 Battery
157 Storage
157 Memory
158 Device protection
158 Auto optimisation
158 Software update
158 Diagnostics
158 Maintenance mode
158 Apps
159 General management
160 Accessibility
160 Software update
161 About phone
115 Screen capture and screen record
117 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
Settings
119 Introduction
120 Samsung account
120 Connections
121 Wi-Fi
123 Bluetooth
124 NFC and contactless payments
125 Data saver
126 Mobile data only apps
126 Mobile Hotspot
127 More connection settings
128 Connected devices
129 Modes and Routines
129 Using modes
129 Using routines
130 Sounds and vibration
131 Sound quality and effects
131 Separate app sound
132 Notifications
132 Display
134 Motion smoothness
134 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display colour
135 Screen layout and zoom
135 Wallpaper and style
135 Themes
135 Home screen
136 Lock screen
137 Smart Lock
137 Always On Display (Displaying
information when the screen is
turned off)
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Getting started
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Device layout and functions
Unfolded
Volume key
Under display camera
Side key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
SIM card tray
Speaker
Light sensor
Volume key
Main screen
Under display camera
Speaker
Earphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Side key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
SIM card tray
Home button
(soft button)
Magnetic sensor
Microphone
Microphone
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Folded
Home button (soft
button)
Speaker
Proximity/Light sensor
Cover camera
Cover screen
Cover camera
Flash
Rear camera
Hall sensor
NFC antenna /
Wireless charging coil
Main antenna
Rear camera
GPS antenna
Microphone
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•
Use the device in a place without magnetic interference for the device to operate
normally.
•
Your device contains magnets. Keep it away from credit cards, implanted medical
devices, and other devices that may be affected by magnets. In the case of medical
devices, keep your device more than 15 cm apart. Stop using your device if you
suspect any interference with your medical device and consult your physician or your
medical device manufacturer. The location of the magnets is marked by the colour
grey in the device image.
•
If you have an implanted cardiac device, do not place your device in a pocket close to
your implanted device, such as your chest or inner jacket pocket.
•
Keep a safe distance between your device and objects that are affected by magnets.
Objects such as credit cards, passbooks, access cards, boarding passes, or parking
passes may be damaged or disabled by the magnets in the device.
•
Do not fold the device toward the backside. The device will be damaged.
•
Fold the device before putting it in a bag or storing it. Be sure not to store the device
unfolded as there is a chance that another object could scratch or puncture the
screen or cause screen damage.
•
Do not press the screen or the under display camera lens with a hard or sharp
object, such as a pen or fingernail. Doing so may result in damage to device, such as
scratches, dents, or screen damage.
•
Do not apply excessive pressure to the area where the screen folds. Doing so may
result in screen damage.
•
Do not unfold the device by pushing the screen apart with your finger. Doing so may
result in damage to the device, such as scratches or punctures on the screen.
•
The protector film attached to the Main screen is a film that was designed exclusively
for foldable devices. For the protection of the screen, it is recommended that you do
not remove the film. If you remove the protector film, the screen may be damaged.
•
Do not apply other unapproved films or stickers. Doing so may result in screen
damage.
•
Be careful as the coating of the screen protector film may peel off when performing
repetitive touch actions, such as swiping on the screen.
•
When folding the device, do not place any objects, such as cards, coins, keys, or an
S Pen, in between the screens, as doing so may cause damage.
•
This device is not dust-resistant. Exposure to small particles, such as sand, may cause
damage to the device, such as scratches or dents on the screen.
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•
When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct sunlight,
the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is irreparable
and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre or
an authorised service centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to remove
the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be damaged and its
appearance may be affected.
•
Be careful not to drop the device on the floor as it could damage the screen and
result in black bruise-like spots or colourful dots on the screen. It could also damage
the area where the screen folds by causing internal cracking.
•
The S Pen is sold separately. Only use the S Pen Pro or the S Pen Fold Edition. All other
S Pens or stylus pens may damage the screen.
•
Do not apply excessive pressure to the screen with the S Pen, as doing so may cause
screen damage.
•
You may notice a crease at the centre of the Main screen. This is a normal
characteristic of the device.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
–
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
If the area around the upper microphone is covered with accessories, such as a
screen protector or stickers, unwanted noises may occur during calls or media
playback.
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a
cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
The light may flicker at the top of the device during calls due to proximity sensor
operation.
•
S Pen features are only supported on the Main screen.
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Hard keys
Key Function
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using
Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Side key +
Volume Down key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the
Side key.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Side key
, and then select an option you
want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Refer
to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.
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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the
device.
Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a wireless
charger (sold separately).
Fold the device before charging the battery. Place the centre of the device’s back on the
centre of the wireless charger to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the
device from the wireless charger.
The estimated charging time will appear on the notification panel. The actual charging time
assumes that the device is not in use, and it may vary depending on the charging conditions.
Wireless charging may not work smoothly depending on the type of accessory or cover.
For stable wireless charging, it is recommended to separate the cover or accessory from the
device.
Adjust the devices into the correct position as shown in the image below to ensure
that their connection is good. Otherwise, the device may not charge properly or may
overheat.
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Wireless charging coil
Precautions for wireless charging
If you do not follow the precautions below, the device may not charge properly or may
overheat, or the device and any cards may be damaged.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger with a credit card or radio-frequency
identification (RFID) card (such as a transportation card or a key card) placed between
the back of the device and the device cover.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger when conductive materials, such as
metal objects and magnets, are placed between the device and the wireless charger.
•
If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose
network reception.
•
Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the
battery may not charge properly.
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Quick charging
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
More battery settings
,
and then activate the feature you want.
•
Fast charging
: To use the fast charging feature, use a battery charger that supports
Adaptive fast charging.
•
Fast wireless charging
: To use this feature, use a charger and components that support
the fast wireless charging feature.
•
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.
•
If the wireless charger has an internal fan, the fan may produce noise during fast
wireless charging. Add a routine to set the fast wireless charging feature to turn off
automatically at the preset time using
Routines
. When the fast wireless charging
feature turns off, the charger’s fan noise and the indicator light will be reduced.
Wireless power sharing
You can charge another device with your device’s battery. You can still charge another device
even while charging your device. Depending on the type of accessories or cover being used,
the Wireless power sharing feature may not work properly. It is recommended to remove any
accessories and cover being used before using this feature.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Wireless power sharing
)
to activate it. If you cannot find
(
Wireless power sharing
) on the quick panel, tap
and drag the button over to add it.
2 Fold the device.
3 Place the other device on the centre of your device, with their backs facing.
Smartphone Galaxy Watch Galaxy Buds
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4 When you are finished charging, disconnect the other device from your device.
Do not use earphones while sharing power. Doing so may affect nearby devices.
•
Your device includes magnets. The location of the wireless charging coil may differ
depending on the device. Adjust the position of the devices correctly as shown in the
image to ensure that their connection is good. Otherwise, the device may slide due
to the slope of the device or the magnetic force.
•
Some features are not available while sharing power.
•
Only devices that support the wireless charging feature can be charged using this
feature. Some devices may not be charged. To see devices that support the Wireless
power sharing feature, visit the Samsung website.
•
To charge properly, do not move or use either device while charging.
•
The power charged to the other device may be less than the amount shared to it by
your device.
•
If you charge the other device while charging your device, the charging speed may
decrease or the device may not charge properly depending on the charger type.
•
The charging speed or efficiency may vary depending on the device’s condition or
the surrounding environment.
Setting the limit for power sharing
You can set the device to stop power sharing when the remaining battery power drops below
a certain level.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
Wireless power sharing
→
Battery limit
, and then set the limit.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
•
Optimise the device using the device care feature.
•
When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Side key.
•
Activate power saving mode.
•
Close unnecessary apps.
•
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
•
Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.
•
Decrease the backlight time.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
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Battery charging tips and precautions
Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your
device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to
your device.
•
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
•
Use only USB Type-C cable supplied with the device. The device may be damaged if
you use Micro USB cable.
•
If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be
damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
•
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
•
When using a charger, it is recommended to use an approved charger that
guarantees the charging performance.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
•
If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
•
Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a
slower charging speed due to a lower electric current.
•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
•
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may
not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should
not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual,
the charger may stop charging.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre or an authorised service centre.
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Nano-SIM card and eSIM
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
To have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device, activate the eSIM or
insert two SIM cards. Differing from a physical nano-SIM card, an eSIM is an embedded digital
SIM. Using both the nano-SIM card and the eSIM may result in slower data transfer speeds in
some areas.
•
eSIM may not be available depending on the region, service provider, or model.
•
Some services that require a network connection may not be available depending on
the service provider.
Installing the SIM or USIM card
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<Underside>
Single SIM card tray
Dual SIM card tray
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards
and gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
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4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
•
Use only a nano-SIM card.
•
Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
•
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
•
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the
tray.
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Activating an eSIM
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Connections
→
SIM manager
→
Add eSIM
. When a
mobile plan is found, follow the on-screen instructions to activate the eSIM.
If you have a QR code provided by your service provider, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
SIM manager
→
Add eSIM
→
Scan QR code from service provider
, and
then scan the QR code.
SIM manager (dual SIM models)
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Connections
→
SIM manager
.
•
SIM cards
: Activate the SIM card to use and customise the SIM card settings.
•
eSIMs
: Activate the eSIM.
•
Preferred SIMs
: Select to use specific SIM cards for some features, such as voice calls,
when two cards are activated.
•
Data switching
: Set the device to use another SIM card for data services if the preferred
SIM card cannot connect to the network.
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
•
More SIM settings
: Customise the call or eSIM settings.
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Turning the device on and off
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the
use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Side key
Volume Down key
Turning the device on
Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
Turning the device off
1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down key
simultaneously. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
.
2 Tap
Power off
.
To restart the device, tap
Restart
.
You can set the device to turn off when you press and hold the Side key. Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Side key
, and then tap
Power off menu
under
Press and hold
.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down
key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
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Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device
features during the initial setup.
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Apps and features
Introduction
Use apps and various features of the device.
This chapter is a common manual for apps and features provided by Samsung
devices.
Depending on the model, some content may differ, or descriptions of apps or features
not available on your device may be included.
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Samsung account
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website.
To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit
account.samsung.com.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Samsung account
.
Alternatively, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Manage
accounts
→
Add account
→
Samsung account
.
2 Sign in to your Samsung account. If you do not have a Samsung account, tap
Create
account
.
Finding your ID and resetting your password
If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap
Find ID
or
Forgot password?
on the
Samsung account sign-in screen. You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter
the required information.
Signing out of your Samsung account
When you sign out of your Samsung account, your data, such as contacts or events, will also
be removed from your device.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Manage accounts
.
2 Tap
Samsung account
→
My profile
and tap
Sign out
at the bottom of the screen.
3 Tap
Sign out
, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap
OK
.
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Understanding the screen
Cover screen and Main screen
You can use two screens by folding or unfolding your device. To use the device conveniently
with one hand, use the Cover screen by folding the device. To view content on the large
screen, switch to the Main screen by unfolding the device.
When switching to the Main screen, the layout of some apps will automatically change. For
example, when using the
My Files
app, the categories list and the selected category’s folders
or files will be displayed together.
The window size of some apps may not be adjusted when switching to the Main screen.
Cover screen Main screen
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Using your device with one hand
The device has been designed to fit nicely into one hand while folded so you can
conveniently use it to make calls, view messages, or quickly browse the Internet.
Launch any app that you want to use with ease on the Cover screen.
Phone Messages Internet
Continuing apps on the Cover screen
Set your device to switch the apps you are using on the Main screen to the Cover screen
when you fold the device.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
→
Continue apps on cover screen
, and then tap the
switches of the apps you want to continue using on the Cover screen.
When you fold the device while the app is running, the screen of the app will appear on the
Cover screen.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Mirroring the Cover screen
Use the same layout on your Cover screen and Main screen. Changes to one screen will be
reflected on the other screen.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Home screen
→
Cover screen mirroring
→
On
→
Apply
.
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Controlling the touchscreen
Tapping
Tap the screen.
Tapping and
holding
Tap and hold
the screen for
approximately
2 seconds.
Dragging
Tap and hold an
item and drag
it to the target
position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap the
screen.
Swiping
Swipe upwards,
downwards, to
the left, or to the
right.
Spreading and
pinching
Spread two
fingers apart
or pinch on the
screen.
•
Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
•
To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which are
outside of the touch input area.
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Navigation bar (soft buttons)
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back
button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app currently
being used or usage environment.
Button Function
Recents
•
Tap to open the list of recent apps.
Home
•
Tap to return to the Home screen.
•
Tap and hold to launch the
Google Assistant
app.
Back
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
Hiding the navigation bar
View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
→
Navigation bar
, and then tap
Swipe gestures
under
Navigation type
. The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear. Tap
More options
and select an option you want.
Swipe from bottom Swipe from sides and bottom
If you want to hide the gesture hints at the bottom of the screen, tap the
Gesture hint
switch
to deactivate it.
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Home screen and Apps screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
•
The Cover screen and the Main screen may appear differently.
•
You can apply different wallpapers to the Cover screen and the Main screen.
•
Some features may not be available on the Cover screen.
Switching between Home and Apps screens
On the Home screen, swipe upwards to open the Apps screen.
To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen.
Alternatively, tap the Home button or the Back button.
Home screen Apps screen
Finder
Favourite
apps
If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping
the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap
Settings
, and then tap the
Show Apps screen button on Home screen
switch to activate it. The Apps button will be
added at the bottom of the Home screen.
Apps button
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Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add,
delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.
•
Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .
•
Moving panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.
•
Wallpaper and style
: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked
screen.
•
Themes
: Change the device’s theme. Visual elements of interface, such as colours, icons,
and wallpapers, will change depending on the selected theme.
•
Widgets
: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide
information and convenient access on your Home screen. Select a widget and tap
Add
.
The widget will be added on the Home screen.
•
Settings
: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout.
Displaying all apps on the Home screen
Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the Home
screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap
Settings
→
Home
screen layout
→
Home screen only
→
Apply
.
You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.
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Launching Finder
Search for content on the device quickly.
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Search
. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe
downwards, and then tap
.
2 Enter a keyword.
Apps and content on your device will be searched.
If you tap
on the keyboard, you can search for more content.
Moving items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel,
drag it to the side of the screen.
To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen,
and then tap
Add to Home
. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home screen.
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.
On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another
app.
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
Folder name
and enter a
folder name.
•
Adding more apps
Tap
on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap
Done
. You can also add an app by
dragging it to the folder.
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•
Moving apps from a folder
Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting a folder
Tap and hold a folder, and then tap
Delete folder
. Only the folder will be deleted. The
folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.
Taskbar
The taskbar appears at the bottom of screen while using an app. The favourite apps from the
bottom of the Home screen, recently used apps, and the all apps button will be displayed on
the taskbar. You can switch apps quickly by selecting the app you want from the taskbar.
You can also run multiple apps at the same time. While using an app, tap and hold the app
you want from the taskbar, drag it upwards, and then drop it wherever you want.
Taskbar
All apps button
Favourite apps
Recently used apps
If you do not want to use the taskbar, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
, and then
tap the
Taskbar
switch to deactivate it.
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Edge panel
You can quickly access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
If the Edge panel handle is not visible, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
, and then tap the
Edge panels
switch to activate it.
Edge panel
Edge panel settings
Edge panel handle
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Lock screen
Folding the device or pressing the Side key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen
turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.
If the screen is off, press the Side key to turn on the screen. Alternatively, double-tap the
screen.
Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen
→
Screen lock
type
, and then select a method.
When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your biometric data for the screen lock method,
you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device.
After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever
unlocking it.
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the
Settings
app,
tap
Lock screen
→
Secure lock settings
, unlock the screen using the preset screen lock
method, and then tap the
Auto factory reset
switch to activate it.
Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.
Icon Meaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
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Icon Meaning
/
LTE network connected
5G network connected
LTE network connected in LTE network that includes the 5G network
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
/
Mute mode / Vibration mode
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
/
Battery charging / Battery power level
•
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
•
Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel.
•
The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the service provider or
model.
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Notification panel
When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more
information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
Control connected nearby
devices and SmartThings
devices and scenes.
Clear all notifications.
Launch Settings.
Access the notification
settings.
Quick setting buttons
Control media on your device
and connected nearby
devices.
View the notification details
and perform various actions.
Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons. To add more buttons, tap
.
Adjust the brightness of the
display.
Quick setting buttons
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To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap
→
Edit buttons
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to
another location.
Controlling media playback
Take control of music or video playback easily using the Media feature.
1 Open the notification panel and tap
Media output
.
2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback.
Controlling nearby devices
Launch quickly and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used
SmartThings devices and scenes on the notification panel.
1 Open the notification panel and tap
Device control
.
Nearby connected devices and SmartThings devices and scenes will appear.
2 Select a nearby device or a SmartThings device to control it, or select a scene to launch it.
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Using the device when folded (Flex mode)
You can use the device folded. When the device is folded within a certain range, you can set
the device upright without using a tripod.
When you fold the device, the layout of some apps will automatically change. For example,
when using the
Camera
app, the shooting options at the top of the screen will go down
for easier control. Refer to Using the camera with the device folded (Flex mode) for more
information.
•
The device will recognise its status as being either fully folded or unfolded based on
the angle that it reaches when unfolded.
•
Changing the screen layout is only available in some apps.
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Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text.
Break to the next line.
Delete a preceding character.
Enter symbols.
Enter uppercase. For all caps,
tap it twice.
Additional keyboard
functions
Enter a space.
View more keyboard
functions.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.
Changing the input language
Tap
→
Languages and types
→
Manage input languages
and select the languages to
use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages
by tapping
.
Changing the keyboard
On the navigation bar, tap to change the keyboard.
To change the keyboard type, tap
→
Languages and types
, select a language, and then
select the keyboard type you want.
•
If the keyboard button ( ) does not appear on the navigation bar, launch the
Settings
app, tap
General management
→
Keyboard list and default
, and then tap
the
Keyboard button on navigation bar
switch to activate it.
•
On a
3 x 4
keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
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Copying and pasting
1 Tap and hold over text.
2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
Select all
to select all text.
3 Tap
Copy
or
Cut
.
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap
Paste
.
To paste text that you have previously copied, tap
Clipboard
and select the text.
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Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Store
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung
Galaxy devices.
Launch the
Galaxy Store
app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
•
This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
•
To change the auto update settings, tap
Menu
→
→
Auto update apps
, and then
select an option.
Play Store
Purchase and download apps.
Launch the
Play Store
app. Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.
To change the auto update settings, tap your account icon, tap
Settings
→
Network
preferences
→
Auto-update apps
, and then select an option.
Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
Tap and hold an app and select an option.
•
Uninstall
: Uninstall downloaded apps.
•
Disable
: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Enabling apps
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Apps
→
→
Disabled
→
OK
, select an app, and then tap
Enable
.
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Setting app permissions
For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your device.
To view your app permission settings, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Apps
. Select an app
and tap
Permissions
. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the
Settings
app
and tap
Apps
→
→
Permission manager
. Select an item and select an app.
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not function
properly.
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Phone
Introduction
Make or answer voice and video calls.
Making calls
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
2 Enter a phone number.
3 Tap to make a voice call, or tap or to make a video call.
Preview the phone number.
More options
Search for a contact.
Add the number to the
contacts list.
Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Launch the
Phone
app, tap
Recents
or
Contacts
, and then swipe to the right on a contact or
a phone number to make a call.
If this feature is deactivated, tap
→
Settings
→
Other call settings
, and then tap the
Swipe
to call or text
switch to activate it.
Using speed dial
To set a number to speed dial, launch the
Phone
app, tap
Keypad
→
→
Speed dial
numbers
, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number.
To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10
and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.
For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and
hold 3.
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Making an international call
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.
3 Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
Receiving calls
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag
outside the large circle.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the
Send message
bar upwards
and select a message to send.
To create various rejection messages, launch the
Phone
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Quick
decline messages
, enter a message, and then tap .
Blocking phone numbers
Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Block numbers
.
2 Tap
Recents
or
Contacts
, select contacts or phone numbers, and then tap
Done
.
To manually enter a number, tap
Add phone number
, enter a phone number, and then
tap
.
When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be
logged in the call log.
You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the
Block calls from unknown numbers
switch to activate the feature.
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Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap .
2 Select a storage location.
3 Enter contact information and tap
Save
.
Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Import contacts
.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to import contacts.
Syncing contacts with your web accounts
Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your
Samsung account.
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Manage accounts
and select the
account to sync with.
2 Tap
Sync account
and tap the
Contacts
switch to activate it.
Searching for contacts
Launch the
Contacts
app. Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:
•
: Make a voice call.
•
/ : Make a video call.
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•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
Deleting contacts
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Edit
.
2 Select contacts and tap
Delete
.
To delete contacts one by one, tap a contact from the contacts list and tap
More
→
Delete
.
Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Edit
.
2 Select contacts and tap
Share
.
3 Select a sharing method.
Creating groups
You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Groups
→
Create group
.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create a group.
Merging duplicate contacts
If your contacts list includes duplicate contacts, merge them into one to streamline your
contacts list.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Merge contacts
.
2 Tick contacts and tap
Merge
.
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Messages
Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation.
You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming.
Sending messages
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap .
2 Add recipients and enter a message.
To record and send a voice message, tap and hold
, say your message, and then release
your finger. The recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty.
3 Tap to send the message.
Enter recipients.
Enter a message.
Attach files.
Recipient
Enter emojis or stickers.
Send the message.
Viewing messages
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap
Conversations
.
2 On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number.
•
To reply to the message, tap the message input field, enter a message, and then tap .
•
To adjust the font size, spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
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Sorting messages
You can sort messages by category and manage them easily.
Launch the
Messages
app and tap .
If the category option does not appear, tap
at the top of the messages list, tap
Settings
, and
tap the
Conversation categories
switch to activate it.
Deleting messages
Tap and hold a message to delete, then tap
Delete
.
Changing message settings
Launch the
Messages
app, tap at the top of the messages list and tap
Settings
. You can
block unwanted messages, change notification settings, and more.
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Internet
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.
1 Launch the
Internet
app.
2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap
Go
.
To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
Bookmark the current
webpage.
Open the homepage.
Move between pages.
More options
Refresh the current webpage.
Manage tabs. / Use secret
mode.
View your bookmarks.
Using secret mode
If you set a password for secret mode, you can prevent others from viewing your search
history, browsing history, bookmarks, and saved pages.
1 Tap
→
Turn on Secret mode
.
2 Tap the
Lock Secret mode
switch to activate it, tap
Start
, and then set a password for
secret mode.
In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars. To deactivate secret
mode, tap
→
Turn off Secret mode
.
In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
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Multi window
(Using multiple apps at once)
Introduction
Multi window lets you run up to three apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can
also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view.
Split screen view Pop-up view
•
Some apps may not support this feature.
•
Some features may not be available on the Cover screen.
Split screen view
1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
Open in split screen view
.
Alternatively, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to where
Drop here to open
appears.
3 On the apps list, select another app to launch.
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Launching apps from the Edge panel
1 While using an app, drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
2 Tap and hold an app, drag it to the left, and then drop it where
Drop here to open
appears.
The selected app will launch in the split screen view.
You can set to launch an app in the split screen view by tapping it once. Tap
→
and
tap
Tap
under
Open in split screen view
. If you tap the
Show recent apps
switch to
activate it, you can launch the recently used apps in the split screen view from the Edge
panel.
Adding app pairs
Add frequently used apps as an app pair to launch them together in the split screen view with
a single tap.
1 In the split screen view, tap the circles between the app windows.
2 Tap .
3 Select a location to add the app pair.
The apps you are using in the split screen view will be saved to the location you select as
an app pair.
Adjusting the window size
Drag the circles between the app windows to adjust the size of the windows.
When you drag the circles between the app windows to the edge of the screen, the window
will be maximised.
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Pop-up view
1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
Open in pop-up view
.
Alternatively, tap and hold an app, and then drag it to where
Drop here for pop-up view
appears.
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
If you tap the Home button while using a pop-up window, the window will be minimised
and displayed as an app icon. To use the pop-up window again, tap the app icon.
Launching apps from the Edge panel
1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen.
2 Tap and hold an app, drag it to the left, and then drop it where
Drop here for pop-up
view
appears.
The selected app will launch in the pop-up view.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new location.
Launching apps from the taskbar
While using an app, tap and hold the app you want from the taskbar, drag it upwards, and
then drop it wherever you want.
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Bixby
Introduction
Bixby is a user interface that helps you use your device more conveniently.
You can talk to Bixby or type text. Bixby will launch a function you request or show the
information you want. Visit www.samsung.com/bixby for more information.
Bixby is only available in some languages, and it may not be available depending on the
region.
Starting Bixby
Press and hold the Side key to launch Bixby. The Bixby intro page will appear. After you select
the language to use with Bixby, sign in to your Samsung account, and complete the setup by
following the on-screen instructions, the Bixby screen will appear.
Using Bixby
While pressing and holding the Side key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your
finger from the key. Alternatively, say “Hi, Bixby” and say what you want.
For example, while pressing and holding the Side key, say “How’s the weather today?” The
weather information will appear on the screen.
If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, you can continue to talk to Bixby without
pressing the Side key or tapping
.
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Waking up Bixby using your voice
You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”. Register your voice so that Bixby
will respond to your voice when you say “Hi, Bixby”.
1 Launch the
Bixby
app and tap
→
→
Settings
→
Voice wake-up
.
2 Tap the
Wake with “Hi, Bixby”
switch to activate it.
3 Tap the
Recognise voice
switch to activate it.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Now you can say “Hi, Bixby” and start a conversation.
Communicating by typing text
If your voice is not recognised due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where
speaking is difficult, you can communicate with Bixby via text.
Launch the
Bixby
app and tap , and then type what you want.
During the communication, Bixby also will answer you through text instead of voice
feedback.
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Bixby Vision
Introduction
Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image recognition. You can
use Bixby Vision to quickly search for information by recognising objects. Use a variety of
useful Bixby Vision features.
•
This feature may not be available or you may not get correct search results
depending on the image size, format, or resolution.
•
Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby Vision.
Launching Bixby Vision
Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods.
•
In the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list and tap
BIXBY VISION
.
•
In the
Gallery
app, select an image and tap .
•
In the
Internet
app, tap and hold an image and tap
Search with Bixby Vision
.
•
If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the Apps screen, launch the
Bixby Vision
app.
Using Bixby Vision
1 Launch Bixby Vision.
2 Select a feature you want to use.
•
TRANSLATE
: Recognise text from documents or images and translate it.
•
TEXT
: Recognise text from documents or images and extract it.
•
DISCOVER
: Search for images similar to the recognised object online and related
information.
The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or service
provider.
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Samsung Kids
You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and configure settings
to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device.
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
Kids
) to activate it. If you
cannot find
(
Kids
) on the quick panel, tap and drag the button over to add it. When
starting Samsung Kids for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the setup.
On the Samsung Kids screen, select the app you want to use.
Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when activating the
Parental controls
feature or closing Samsung Kids.
Using parental control features
You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and view the usage history.
On the Samsung Kids screen, tap
→
Parental controls
and enter your unlock code.
Closing Samsung Kids
To close Samsung Kids, tap the Back button or tap
→
Close Samsung Kids
, and then enter
your unlock code.
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Samsung Health
Introduction
Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your
progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. You can also compare your step
count records with other Samsung Health users and view health tips.
Visit www.samsung.com/samsung-health for more information.
Using Samsung Health
Launch the
Samsung Health
app. When running this app for the first time or restarting it
after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
To edit items on the Samsung Health home screen, tap
→
Manage items
.
Home cards
View health tips.
Manage your profile and
view your health and fitness
history.
Monitor your health and
fitness.
Compare your step count
records with other Samsung
Health users or compete with
your friends.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the region.
•
If you use the steps card while travelling by car or train, vibration may affect your step
count.
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Samsung Members
Samsung Members
offers support services to customers, such as device problem diagnosis,
and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share information with others
in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest news and tips.
Samsung Members
can help
you solve any problems you might encounter while using your device.
Samsung Global Goals
The Global Goals, which were established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015,
consist of goals that aim to create a sustainable society. These goals have the power to end
poverty, fight inequality, and stop climate change.
With Samsung Global Goals, learn more about the global goals and join the movement for a
better future.
Samsung TV Plus
Select the channels like you would use a TV and enjoy various video content free of charge.
Launch the
Samsung TV Plus
app.
This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
Galaxy Shop
Access the Samsung website and view various information related to products.
Launch the
Galaxy Shop
app.
•
This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
•
This app may be named
Samsung Shop
depending on the region.
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Galaxy Wearable
Galaxy Wearable is an app that allows you to manage your wearable devices. When you
connect your device to the wearable device, you can customise the wearable device’s settings
and apps.
Launch the
Galaxy Wearable
app.
Tap
Start
to connect your device to the wearable device. Follow the on-screen instructions to
finish the setup. Refer to the wearable device’s user manual for more information about how
to connect and use the wearable device with your device.
Calendar
Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner.
Creating events
1 Launch the
Calendar
app and tap or double-tap a date.
If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap
.
2 Enter event details and tap
Save
.
Syncing events with your accounts
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Manage accounts
, and then
select the account to sync with.
2 Tap
Sync account
and tap the
Calendar
switch to activate it.
To add accounts to sync with, launch the
Calendar
app and tap
→
→
Manage
calendars
→
. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added,
a blue circle is displayed next to the account name.
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Reminder
(Receiving notifications for to-do items)
Register to-do items as reminders and receive notifications according to the condition you
set.
•
To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be activated. Location reminders
may not be available depending on the model.
Starting Reminder
Launch the
Calendar
app and tap
→
Reminder
. The Reminder screen will appear and the
Reminder app icon (
) will be added to the Apps screen.
Creating reminders
1 Launch the
Reminder
app.
2 Tap , enter the details, and then tap
Save
.
Completing reminders
On the reminders list, tap or select a reminder and tap
Complete
.
Restoring reminders
Restore reminders that have been completed.
1 On the reminders list, tap
→
Completed
.
2 Select a category and tap .
3 Select a reminder to restore and tap
Restore
.
Reminders will be added to the reminders list and you will be reminded again.
Deleting reminders
To delete a reminder, select a reminder and tap
Delete
. To delete multiple reminders, tap and
hold a reminder, tick reminders to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
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My Files
(Checking and managing the files)
Access and manage various files stored in the device.
Launch the
My Files
app.
To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap
Analyse storage
.
To search for files or folders, tap
.
Clock
Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a
specific duration.
Launch the
Clock
app.
Calculator
Perform simple or complex calculations.
Launch the
Calculator
app.
•
: View the calculation history. To clear the history, tap
Clear history
. To close the
calculation history panel, tap
.
•
: Use the unit conversion tool. You can convert various values, such as area, length, or
temperature, into other units.
•
: Display the scientific calculator.
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Game Launcher
Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from
Play Store
and
Galaxy Store
into one
place for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily.
Launch the
Game Launcher
app and select the game you want.
•
If
Game Launcher
does not appear, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced
features
, and then tap the
Game Launcher
switch to activate it.
•
Games downloaded from
Play Store
and
Galaxy Store
will be automatically shown
on the Game Launcher screen. If you cannot see your games, tap
My games
→
→
Add games
.
•
Game performance may be limited to control the device’s temperature if the
temperature rises above a certain level.
Removing a game from Game Launcher
Tap
My games
, tap and hold a game, and then tap
Remove
.
Changing the performance mode
You can change the game performance mode.
Launch the
Game Launcher
app, tap
More
→
Game Booster
→
Game optimisation
, and
then select the mode you want.
•
Performance
: This focuses on giving you high performance while playing games. If you
use this mode, your device may heat up due to increased battery consumption.
•
Standard
: This balances the performance and the battery usage time.
•
Battery saver
: This saves battery power while playing games.
Battery power efficiency may vary by game.
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Game Booster
(Configuring your gaming environment)
Game Booster lets you play games in a better environment. You can use Game Booster while
playing games.
To open the Game Booster panel while playing games, tap
on the navigation bar. If the
navigation bar is hidden, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen to show it. If you have
set the navigation bar to use
Swipe gestures
, open the notification panel and tap
Tap to
open Game Booster.
•
: Lock the touchscreen while the game is being played. To unlock the touchscreen,
drag the lock icon in any direction.
•
: Hide the buttons on the navigation bar. To display the buttons, tap on the
navigation bar.
•
: Capture screenshots.
•
: Record your game sessions. To stop recording, tap .
•
: Configure settings for Game Booster.
•
Priority mode
: Set the device to block incoming calls and all notifications except for
alarms to prevent your game from being disturbed.
•
Monitoring temperature
/
Monitoring memory
: Set the device to automatically adjust
the volume or video frame rate to prevent the device from overheating and to stop apps
from running in the background when there is not enough memory.
•
You can set to open the Game Booster panel from the navigation bar while the
navigation bar is set to
Swipe gestures
. On the Game Booster panel, tap
→
Block
during game
and tap the
Navigation gestures
switch to activate it.
•
Available options may vary depending on the game.
Launching apps in pop-up windows while playing games
You can launch apps in pop-up windows while playing a game.
Tap
and select an app from the apps list.
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SmartThings
Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products.
To view more information, launch the
SmartThings
app and tap
Menu
→
How to use
.
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
2 Tap
Devices
→
Add device
or .
3 Select a device and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.
•
Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the
shared content.
•
The devices you can connect may vary depending on the region. Available features
may differ depending on the connected device.
•
Connected devices’ own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty.
When errors or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the device’s
manufacturer.
Smart View
(Mirroring on a TV screen)
View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your device to a screen
mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Smart View
).
2 Select a device to mirror your device’s screen.
When you play a video with Smart View, the resolution may vary depending on the TV
model.
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Music Share
Introduction
The Music Share feature allows you to share your Bluetooth speaker that is already connected
to your device with another person. You can also listen to the same music on your Galaxy
Buds and another person’s Galaxy Buds.
This feature is available only on devices that support the Music Share feature.
Sharing a Bluetooth speaker
You can listen to music on your smartphone and your friend’s smartphone via your Bluetooth
speaker.
1 Make sure that your smartphone and your Bluetooth speaker are connected.
Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect.
2 On your smartphone, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
Bluetooth
→
→
Advanced settings
, and then tap the
Music Share
switch to activate it.
You can use additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by tapping
Music Share
.
3 On your friend’s smartphone, select your speaker from the list of the Bluetooth devices.
4 On your smartphone, accept the connection request.
Your speaker will be shared.
When you play music via your friend’s smartphone, the music playing via your smartphone
will be paused.
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Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds
You can listen to music on your smartphone together through your Buds and your friend’s
Buds.
This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series.
1 Make sure that each smartphone and pair of Buds are connected.
Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect.
2 On your friend’s smartphone, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
Bluetooth
→
→
Advanced settings
, and then tap the
Music Share
switch to activate it.
You can use additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by tapping
Music Share
.
3 On your smartphone, open the notification panel and tap
Media output
.
4 Tap
Music Share
and select your friend’s Buds from the detected devices list.
5 On your friend’s smartphone, accept the connection request.
When you play music via your smartphone, you can listen to it together via both Buds.
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Link to Windows
(Using the device via a computer connection)
You can connect your device to a Windows PC to instantly access your device’s data, such as
pictures or messages, on the computer.
When calls or messages come in, you can receive them on the computer.
•
It is recommended to use the latest version of Windows and the
Phone Link
app to
fully use this feature.
•
A Microsoft account is required to use this feature. When you create a Microsoft
account, you can sign in to all Microsoft devices and services, such as Microsoft Office
programs and Windows 10.
Connecting to a computer
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Connected devices
→
Link to Windows
.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
Visit https://aka.ms/setupltw for details.
Viewing data and notifications from your device on the computer
Launch the
Phone Link
app on the computer and select a category you want.
Photos
Calls
Your device
Notifications
Messages
Apps
Available features and menus may vary depending on the software version or model.
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Samsung DeX
Introduction
Samsung DeX is a service that allows you to use your smartphone like a computer by
connecting the smartphone to an external display, such as a TV or monitor, or to a computer.
Accomplish tasks you want done on your smartphone quickly and easily on a large screen
using a keyboard and mouse. While using Samsung DeX, you can simultaneously use your
smartphone.
Connecting devices and starting Samsung DeX
Wired connections to external displays
You can connect your smartphone to an external display using an HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C
to HDMI).
Use only official Samsung DeX supported accessories that are provided by Samsung.
Performance problems and malfunctions caused by using accessories that are not
officially supported are not covered by the warranty.
1 Connect an HDMI adaptor to your smartphone.
2 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI adaptor and to a TV or monitor’s HDMI port.
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3 On your smartphone’s screen, tap
Start
.
Without changing your smartphone’s screen, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the
connected TV or monitor.
HDMI cable
HDMI adaptor
(USB Type-C to HDMI)
Wired connections to computers
You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your smartphone to a computer using a USB cable.
To use the USB cable supplied with the device, the computer must have a USB Type-C port.
1 On a computer, visit www.samsung.com/samsung-dex and download the Samsung DeX
app.
2 Connect your smartphone to a computer using a USB cable.
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3 On your smartphone’s screen, tap
Start now
.
When they are connected, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the computer.
Wireless connections
You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your smartphone to a TV or a computer wirelessly.
1 On your smartphone, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
DeX
).
2 Tap
DeX on TV or monitor
or
DeX on PC
.
3 Select a TV or a computer from the detected devices list and tap
Start now
.
Some TVs will only be detected when its screen mirroring mode is turned on.
The computer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your smartphone and the
Samsung DeX app must be running on it.
4 If the connection request window appears on the TV or the computer, accept the request.
5 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
When they are connected, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the TV or the
computer.
•
It is recommended to use a Samsung Smart TV manufactured after 2019.
•
Make sure that screen mirroring is supported on the TV you want to connect to.
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Controlling the Samsung DeX screen
Controlling on an external display
Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse
You can use a wireless keyboard/mouse. Refer to the respective device’s manual for more
information.
•
You can set the mouse pointer to flow from the external display to the smartphone’s
screen. Launch the
Settings
app, select
Samsung DeX
→
Mouse and trackpad
, and
then select the
Flow pointer to phone screen
switch to activate it.
•
You can also use the external keyboard on the smartphone’s screen.
Using your smartphone as a touchpad
You can use your smartphone as a touchpad.
On your smartphone, tap
on the navigation bar. If you have set the navigation bar to use
Swipe gestures
, open the notification panel and tap
Use your phone as a touchpad
.
•
If you double-tap on the touchpad, you can view the gestures you can use with
the touchpad.
•
If your smartphone’s case has a front cover, open the front cover to use your
smartphone as a touchpad. If the front cover is closed, the touchpad may not work
properly.
•
If your smartphone’s screen turns off, press the Side key or double-tap the screen to
turn on the screen.
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Using the screen keyboard
When you enter text to send messages, create notes, or perform other tasks, a screen
keyboard will appear automatically on your smartphone’s screen without connecting an
external keyboard.
Controlling on a computer
Control the Samsung DeX screen using the keyboard and mouse connected to the computer.
You can move files easily between the computer and Samsung DeX by drag and drop, and
you can also copy and paste text.
To view keyboard shortcuts available while using Samsung DeX, launch the
Settings
app and tap
General management
→
Physical keyboard
→
Keyboard shortcuts
.
Using Samsung DeX
Use your smartphone’s features in an interface environment similar to a computer. You can
multitask by running multiple apps simultaneously. You can also check your smartphone’s
notifications and status.
Samsung DeX
home screen
Taskbar
Favourite apps
Status bar
Notifications
Quick access
toolbar
Apps button
•
The Samsung DeX screen layout may differ depending on the connected device.
•
When starting or ending Samsung DeX, running apps may be closed.
•
Some apps or features may not be available when using Samsung DeX.
•
To adjust the screen settings, use the connected TV or monitor’s display settings.
•
To change the audio output, tap the status bar, select
Media output
, and then select
a device.
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Using Samsung DeX and smartphone simultaneously
While using Samsung DeX, you can use separate apps on the external display or the
computer and your smartphone simultaneously.
For example, while watching a video on the connected TV or monitor, you can chat with your
friend on a messenger.
On the connected TV or monitor, launch an app to run on the Samsung DeX screen. Then,
launch another app on your smartphone.
Locking the Samsung DeX screen
If you want to lock the Samsung DeX screen and your smartphone’s screen while using
Samsung DeX, select
→
Lock DeX
.
While using Samsung DeX, you cannot lock the Samsung DeX screen and your
smartphone’s screen by pressing the Side key.
Transferring data with a computer
Copying files
On the Samsung DeX screen, click and hold a file to select it in the
My Files
app or
Gallery
app and drag it to the computer screen. On the computer screen, select a file and drag it to
the Samsung DeX screen, the
My Files
app, or the
Gallery
app.
Copying and pasting text
Using the keyboard shortcut keys, copy text on the Samsung DeX screen or computer screen
and paste it in the text input field on the other screen.
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Google apps
Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google
account to access some apps.
To view more app information, access each app’s help menu.
•
Chrome
: Search for information and browse webpages.
•
Gmail
: Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.
•
Maps
: Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location
information for various places around you.
•
YT Music
: Enjoy various music and videos provided by YouTube Music. You can also view
the music collections stored on your device and play them.
•
Google TV
: Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from
Play Store
.
•
Drive
: Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.
•
YouTube
: Watch or create videos and share them with others.
•
Photos
: Search for, manage, and edit all your pictures and videos from various sources in
one place.
•
Google
: Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.
•
Meet
: Make simple video calls or create or join video meetings.
•
Messages
: Send and receive messages on your device or computer, and share various
content, such as images and videos.
Some apps may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
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S Pen
Introduction
Use the various S Pen features with an S Pen (sold separately).
•
Only use the S Pen Pro or the S Pen Fold Edition. Refer to the S Pen’s user manual for
more information about how to use the S Pen.
•
S Pen features are only supported on the Main screen.
Air command
(Launching S Pen features and apps quickly)
Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used
apps.
To open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
Alternatively, hover the S Pen over the screen and tap the Air command icon (
) with the
S Pen.
Select a function or app on the Air command panel.
S Pen settings
•
Create note
: Create notes easily in a pop-up window. You can also launch this feature
by double-tapping the screen while pressing and holding the S Pen button. Refer to
Samsung Notes for more information.
•
View all notes
: View all notes in the
Samsung Notes
app.
•
Smart select
: Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or
saving.
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•
Screen write
: Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the
captured image. You can also capture the current content and the hidden content on an
elongated page, such as a webpage.
•
Live messages
: Instead of text message, create and send a unique message by recording
your actions while handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an animated
file.
•
AR Doodle
: Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere
else. Refer to AR Doodle for more information.
•
Translate
: Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it.
•
PENUP
: Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips.
•
Bixby Vision
: Use the Bixby Vision features to search for similar images, detect and
translate text, and more.
•
Magnify
: Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it.
•
Glance
: Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open
the app in full screen view.
•
Colouring
: Add colours to images provided by PENUP using the S Pen.
•
Write on calendar
: Launch the
Calendar
app and write or draw on the screen.
•
Add
: Add shortcuts to frequently used apps to the Air command panel.
Air command icon
When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen for a
short time. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen.
To move the icon, drag
to a new location.
If the Air command icon does not appear after you hover the S Pen over the screen, launch
the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
S Pen
→
Air command
, and then tap the
Show
Air command icon
switch to activate it.
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Pen Select
(Selecting items quickly with the S Pen)
While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item lists to select
multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the selected items or text into another
app or share them with others.
Screen off memos
You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it.
When the screen is off, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
When you tap
Save
after writing a memo, the memo will be saved to
Samsung Notes
.
Pin the memo on the Always
On Display.
Save the memo in Samsung
Notes.
Extend the page.
Change the line thickness.
Eraser
Change the pen colour.
If this feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
S
Pen
, and then tap the
Screen off memos
switch to activate it.
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Samsung Notes
Introduction
Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen.
You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.
Creating notes
1 Launch the
Samsung Notes
app, tap , and then create a note.
Enter a title.
Insert files.
Manage pages.
Reading mode
2 When you are finished composing the note, tap the Back button to save it.
If you want to save the note in another file format, tap
→
Save as file
.
Deleting notes
Tap and hold a note to delete and tap
Delete
.
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Composing notes with handwriting
On the note composer screen, draw or write in your own handwriting.
You can enter your handwriting more easily if you magnify the screen by spreading two
fingers on it.
Highlighter
Eraser
Select
and edit.
Pen colour
Pen size
S Pen to
text
UndoPen
Redo Straighten Change
styles.
Easy
writing
pad
Zoom
lock
Auto-fix
shapes
Convert
handwriting
to text.
Some features will be added when you first use the S Pen.
Using the eraser
When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap and select an area to erase.
Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen button.
To change the eraser type, tap
once more.
•
Stroke eraser
: Erase the line you select.
•
Area eraser
: Erase only the area you select. You can adjust the size of the eraser by
dragging the size adjustment bar.
Even with a smaller eraser, you may still not be able to precisely erase the intended part.
Recording voice to notes
Make a recording of your voice while creating a note, and then the content will be
synchronised with the recording.
On the note composer screen, tap
→
Voice recording
and create a note.
Select a note from the list and tap
to play the recording. Then the content you created
while recording will be displayed on the screen along with the recording.
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Adding memos to PDF files
Launch the
Samsung Notes
app, tap , and then select a PDF file. You can add memos to the
PDF file.
PENUP
PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork,
view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips.
Launch the
PENUP
app.
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Camera
Introduction
Take pictures and record videos using various modes and settings.
Camera etiquette
•
Do not take pictures or record videos of other people without their permission.
•
Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited.
•
Do not take pictures or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s
privacy.
Taking pictures
1 Launch the
Camera
app.
You can also launch the app by pressing the Side key twice quickly or dragging
to the
left on the locked screen.
•
Some camera features are not available when you launch the
Camera
app from the
locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set.
•
The camera automatically shuts off when unused.
•
Some methods may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
To adjust the brightness of pictures, drag the adjustment bar that appears above or below
the circular frame.
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3 Tap to take a picture.
To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to
the left or right on the preview screen.
Camera settings
Switch to capture view mode.
Take a picture.
Preview thumbnail
Shooting modes list
Zoom
Switch between the front and
rear cameras.
Options for current shooting
mode
•
The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is
being used.
•
The focus may not be clear if the subject is close. Take pictures or videos from a good
distance.
•
If pictures you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.
•
Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device may
not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
•
Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle pictures or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.
•
The maximum capacity for recording a video may vary depending on the resolution.
•
The camera may fog up or form condensation if the device is exposed to sudden
changes in air temperature, due to the difference in temperature outside and inside
the camera cover. Try to avoid such conditions when planning to use the camera. If
fogging does occur, allow the camera to dry naturally at room temperature before
taking pictures or recording videos, otherwise results may look blurry.
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Using zoom features
Select
0.6x
/
1x
/
3x
or drag it to upwards or downwards to zoom in or out. Alternatively, spread
two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. If the zoom ratio exceeds
a certain level, a zoom guide map will appear to indicate where you are zooming in on the
image. If you tap
, you can make the zoom guide map bigger.
•
0.6x
: The Ultra wide camera lets you take wide-angle pictures or record wide-angle
videos of things like landscapes.
•
1x
: The wide-angle camera lets you take basic pictures or record normal videos.
•
3x
: The telephoto camera lets you take pictures or record videos by enlarging the subject.
Zoom features are available only when using the rear camera.
Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and
exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a picture.
This feature may not be available depending on the shooting mode.
Using the camera button
•
Tap and hold the camera button to record a video.
•
To take burst shots, swipe the camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it.
•
If you add another camera button, you can move it anywhere on the screen and take
pictures more conveniently. On the preview screen, tap
→
Shooting methods
and
tap the
Floating Shutter button
switch to activate it.
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Options for current shooting mode
On the preview screen, use the following options.
•
: Activate or deactivate the flash.
•
: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a picture.
•
: Select an aspect ratio and resolution for pictures.
•
: Activate or deactivate the motion photo feature. If you activate the feature, a video
clip will also be taken from a few seconds before tapping the camera button.
•
: Activate or deactivate the super steady feature.
•
: Select a resolution for hyperlapse videos.
•
: Select a frame rate.
•
: Select an aspect ratio for videos.
•
: Select a resolution for videos.
•
: Apply a filter effect or beauty effects.
•
: Turn the Cover screen on or off.
•
: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
Centre-weighted metering
uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate
the exposure of the shot.
Matrix metering
averages the entire scene.
Spot
metering
uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to calculate the
exposure of the shot.
•
: Adjust the colour tone.
•
: In
FOOD
mode, focus on a subject inside the circular frame and blur the image
outside the frame.
•
: In
FOOD
mode, adjust the colour tone.
•
: Activate or deactivate the motion detection feature when recording super slow-mo
videos.
•
: In
DIRECTOR’S VIEW
mode, change the saving option.
•
: In
DIRECTOR’S VIEW
mode, change the screen.
•
: Customise the shooting options when taking single take shots.
The available options may vary depending on the model or shooting mode.
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Using the camera with the device folded (Flex mode)
You can fold your device and stand it up without using a tripod to use the camera more
conveniently. When you fold the device, the camera layout will automatically change. You can
also view the results of your shot on the preview screen.
You can also set to display the preview screen while the device is unfolded. Tap
to switch to
capture view mode.
Using the Cover screen
You can take pictures or record videos using the Cover screen while the device is either fully
folded or unfolded.
Using the camera with the device fully folded
You can take pictures or record videos with one hand while your device is folded.
Launch the
Camera
app on the Cover screen.
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Taking selfies using the rear camera
You can view the preview on the Cover screen and take self-portraits with the rear camera.
1 Launch the
Camera
app on the Cover screen.
2 Tap
SELFIE
.
3 Unfold the device and face the rear camera.
4 Tap to take a picture or tap to record a video.
•
This feature is only available in some shooting modes.
•
If you want to switch the preview to the Main screen, drag on the Main screen in
any direction.
Using dual preview screens
You can preview the scene being shot on both the Main and Cover screens to see what it
looks like.
1 On the preview screen, tap .
The Cover screen will turn on.
2 Tap
to take a picture or tap to record a video.
Do not use the flash close to your eyes. Using a flash close to the eyes may cause
temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes.
This feature is only available in some shooting modes.
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Photo mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
capture pictures easily.
On the shooting modes list, tap
PHOTO
and tap to take a picture.
Taking high-resolution pictures
Take high-resolution pictures.
In the shooting options, tap
→
and take a picture.
When you activate the
Detail enhancer
feature by tapping , you can take clearer pictures.
The resolution may vary depending on the model.
Shot suggestions
The camera suggests the ideal composition for the picture by recognising the position and
angle of your subject.
On the preview screen, tap
and tap the
Shot suggestions
switch to activate it.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
PHOTO
.
A guide will appear on the preview screen.
2 Point the guide at the subject.
The camera recognises the composition, and the recommended composition appears on
the preview screen.
3 Move the device so the guide matches the recommended composition.
When the ideal composition is achieved, the guide will change to yellow.
4 Tap to take a picture.
Guide
Ideal composition
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Taking selfies
You can take self-portraits with the front camera.
1 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front
camera for self-portraits.
2 Face the front camera lens.
To take self-portraits with a wide-angle shot of the landscape or people, tap
.
3 Tap to take a picture.
Applying filter and beauty effects
You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape,
before taking a picture.
1 On the preview screen, tap .
2 Select effects and take a picture.
Video mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
record videos easily.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
VIDEO
and tap to record a video.
•
To switch between the front and rear cameras while recording, swipe upwards or
downwards on the preview screen or tap
.
•
To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
•
To record the sound from a specific direction at a higher volume while recording a
video, point the camera towards that direction and adjust the zoom.
2 Tap to stop recording the video.
•
If you use the video zoom feature for a long time while recording a video, the video
quality may diminish to prevent your device from overheating.
•
The optical zoom may not work in low-light environments.
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Recording high-resolution videos
Record high-resolution videos with a maximum resolution of 8K.
Tap
→
and record a video.
When you finish recording a video, play the video in the
Gallery
app. When you tap on a
frame that you like, the frame will be saved as a high-resolution picture.
Stabilising videos (Super steady)
If there is a lot of shaking when recording videos, use the Super steady feature for further
video stabilisation.
Tap
VIDEO
on the shooting modes list, tap on the shooting options to activate it, and then
record a video.
Using the auto framing feature
(Changing the shooting angle and zoom by tracking people)
You can set the device to change the shooting angle and zoom automatically by recognising
and tracking people while recording videos.
On the shooting modes list, tap
VIDEO
, tap to activate it, and then record a video.
To track and adjust the shooting angle and zoom in on a selected person, tap the frame that
is displayed around the person. To deactivate tracking, tap the frame again.
Director’s view mode
Record videos with various angles of view by changing cameras. You can save the videos of
the front and rear cameras separately and edit them. You can also play the videos in various
ways, such as in split view or picture-in-picture view.
1 Launch the
Camera
app on the Cover screen.
2 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
DIRECTOR’S VIEW
.
3 Select the screen and the camera thumbnail you want and tap to record a video.
•
To save the videos of the front and rear cameras separately, tap .
•
To change the screen before starting the recording, tap and select the screen you
want.
•
You can change the camera thumbnail while recording. If the thumbnail is hidden, tap
to display it.
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4 Tap to stop recording the video.
Thumbnail
Change the saving option.
Change the screen.
Picture-in-picture window
If you use this mode on the Main screen, the screen change option is not available.
Controlling the picture-in-picture window while playing the video
If you set the screen to
Picture-in-picture view
, you can change the size or location of the
picture-in-picture window while recording or playing the video.
1 On the preview screen, tap to change the saving option to
Save front and rear as
separate 16:9 videos
.
2 Tap to record a video.
You can change the size or location of the picture-in-picture window before and during
recording.
•
To enlarge the picture-in-picture window, tap the window and tap .
•
To move the picture-in-picture window, drag it to wherever you want.
3 Tap to stop recording the video.
You can also control the picture-in-picture window while playing the video. Tap the preview
thumbnail on the preview screen, or launch the
Gallery
app and tap
→
Open in Video
player
.
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Single take mode
Take various pictures and videos in just one shot.
Your device automatically selects the best shot and creates pictures with filters or videos with
certain sections repeated.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
SINGLE TAKE
.
2 Tap to capture the scene you want.
3 When you are finished, tap the preview thumbnail.
To view other results, drag the
icon upwards. To save the results individually, tap
Select
,
tick the items you want, and then tap
.
Customise the
shooting options.
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Portrait mode / Portrait video mode
The camera allows you to capture pictures or videos where the background is blurred and the
subject stands out clearly. You can also apply a background effect and edit it after taking a
picture.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
PORTRAIT
or tap
MORE
→
PORTRAIT VIDEO
.
2 Tap and select a background effect you want.
To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar.
3 When
Ready
appears on the preview screen, tap to take a picture or tap to record a
video.
Background effect intensity
adjustment bar
Background effects
•
The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode.
•
Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.
•
The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions:
–
The device or the subject is moving.
–
The subject is thin or transparent.
–
The subject has a similar colour to the background.
–
The subject or background is plain.
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Pro mode / Pro video mode
Capture pictures or videos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as
exposure value and ISO value.
On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
PRO
or
PRO VIDEO
. Select options and customise
the settings, and then tap
to take a picture or tap to record a video.
Available options
•
ZOOM
: Adjust the zoom speed (Pro video mode).
•
MIC
: Select which direction’s sound you want to record at a higher level. You can also use
a USB or Bluetooth microphone by connecting it to your device (Pro video mode).
•
WB
: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. You
can set the colour temperature.
•
FOCUS
: Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar to manually adjust the focus.
•
EV
: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor
receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.
•
SPEED
: Adjust the shutter speed. A slow shutter speed allows more light in, so the picture
or video becomes brighter. This is ideal for pictures or videos of scenery or pictures or
videos taken at night. A fast shutter speed allows less light in. This is ideal for capturing
pictures or videos of fast-moving subjects.
•
ISO
: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for
stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects.
However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in pictures or videos.
•
: Reset the settings.
Recording high-resolution pro videos
Record high-resolution pro videos with a maximum resolution of 8K.
Tap
→
and record a pro video.
When you finish recording a pro video, play the video in the
Gallery
app. When you tap on
a frame that you like, the frame will be saved as a high-resolution picture.
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Separating the focus area and the exposure area
You can separate the focus area and the exposure area.
Tap and hold the preview screen. The AF/AE frame will appear on the screen. Drag the frame
to the area where you want to separate the focus area and the exposure area.
Night mode
Take a picture in low-light conditions, without using the flash. When you use a tripod or place
your device on a flat surface with it folded, you can get brighter and steadier results.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
NIGHT
.
If you set the time that appears at the left bottom of the screen to
Max
, you may get
clearer pictures.
2 Tap and hold your device steady until shooting is complete.
Food mode
Take pictures of food with more vibrant colours.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
FOOD
.
2 Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.
The area outside the circular frame will be blurred.
To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame.
3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.
4 Tap to take a picture.
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Panorama mode
Using panorama mode, take a series of pictures and then stitch them together to create a
wide scene.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
PANORAMA
.
2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.
Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview image is out of
the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will automatically stop taking
pictures.
3 Tap to stop taking pictures.
Avoid taking pictures of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain wall.
Super Slow-mo mode
Super slow motion is a feature that records a quickly passing moment slowly so that you can
appreciate it later.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
SUPER SLOW-MO
and tap to record a video.
The device will capture the moment in super slow motion and save it as a video.
2 On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
To edit the super slow motion section, tap
and drag the section editing bar to the left or
right.
Start bracket
Super slow motion section
End bracket
Section editing bar
Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light. When recording a video indoors with
insufficient or poor lighting, the screen may appear dark or be grainy. The screen may
flicker in certain lighting conditions, such as in places with fluorescent lighting.
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Recording super slow motion videos automatically
To capture the moment in super slow motion when motion is detected in the motion
detection area, tap
to activate it. The motion detection feature will be activated and the
motion detection area will appear on the preview screen.
Tap
to start recording. When motion is detected, the device will begin recording in super
slow motion and save it as a video.
Super slow motion recording may start at an unwanted moment if there are conditions
such as the following:
•
When the device shakes or when another object is moving near the subject in the
motion detection area.
•
When recording under flickering light, such as in places with fluorescent lighting.
Slow motion mode
Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be
played in slow motion.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
SLOW MOTION
and tap to record a video.
2 When you are finished recording, tap to stop.
3 On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.
The fast section of the video will be set as a slow motion section and the video will start
playing. Up to two slow motion sections will be created based on the video.
To edit the slow motion section, tap
and drag the section editing bar to the left or right.
Start bracket
Slow motion section
End bracket
Section editing bar
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Hyperlapse mode
Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
HYPERLAPSE
.
2 Tap and select a frame rate option.
If you set the frame rate to
, the device will automatically adjust the frame rate
according to the changing rate of the scene.
3 Tap to start recording.
4 Tap
to finish recording.
Customising camera settings
On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the
shooting mode.
Intelligent features
•
Scene optimiser
: Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the optimised
effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.
•
Shot suggestions
: Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by
recognising the position and angle of your subject.
•
Scan QR codes
: Set the device to scan QR codes from the preview screen.
Pictures
•
Swipe Shutter button to
: Select an action to perform when you swipe the camera
button to the edge of the screen and hold it.
•
Watermark
: Add a watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures.
•
Advanced picture options
: Select how you want to save pictures.
–
High efficiency pictures
: Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF).
–
RAW copies
: Set the device to save pictures as uncompressed RAW files (DNG file
format) in pro mode. RAW files retain all of a picture’s data for the best image quality,
but they will take up more memory. When using the
RAW copies
feature, each picture
is saved in two formats, DNG and JPG.
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Selfies
•
Save selfies as previewed
: Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview
screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.
•
Selfie colour tone
: Set a tone to apply when you take selfies.
Videos
•
Auto FPS
: Set the device to record brighter videos in low-light conditions by
automatically optimising the frame rate.
•
Video stabilisation
: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting
from camera shake while recording a video.
•
Advanced video options
: Set the device to use an advanced recording option.
–
Reduce file size
: You can record videos in the High Efficiency Video Codec (HEVC)
format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s
memory.
–
HDR10+ videos
: You can record videos in which each scene’s contrast and colour are
optimised.
–
Zoom-in mic
: While recording a video, you can record sound from the zoomed-in
direction at a higher volume.
•
You may not be able to play the HEVC videos on other devices or share them
online.
•
You cannot record videos in the HEVC format in some shooting modes.
•
To play the HDR10+ video properly, the device must support HDR10+.
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General
•
Tracking auto-focus
: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected
subject. When you select a subject on the preview screen, the device will focus on the
subject even if the subject is moving or you change the camera’s position.
Tracking a subject may fail in the following conditions:
•
The subject is too big or too small.
•
The subject moves excessively.
•
The subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place.
•
Colours or patterns on the subject and the background are the same.
•
The subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds.
•
The camera shakes excessively.
•
The video resolution is high.
•
When zooming in or out using the optical zoom.
•
Grid lines
: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
•
Location tags
: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.
•
GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed,
such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
•
Your location may appear on your pictures when you upload them to the
Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting.
•
Shooting methods
: Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or recording
a video.
•
Settings to keep
: Keep the last settings you used, such as the shooting mode, when you
launch the camera.
•
Vibration feedback
: Set the device to vibrate in certain situations, such as when you tap
the camera button.
Privacy
•
Privacy Notice
: View the privacy notice.
•
Permissions
: View the permissions required to use the Camera app.
•
Reset settings
: Reset the camera settings.
•
About Camera
: View the Camera app version and legal information.
•
Contact us
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
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Gallery
Introduction
View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by
album or create stories.
Using Gallery
Launch the
Gallery
app.
Search for images.
Group similar images.
More options
Grouping similar images
Launch the
Gallery
app and tap to group similar images and display only the best shots as
a preview of the images. When you tap the image preview, you can view all the images in the
group.
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Viewing images
Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image. To view other files, swipe to the left or right on
the screen.
More options
Delete the image.
Share the image with others.
Image and video thumbnail
Modify the image.
Bixby Vision
View the content on a large
screen using the Smart View
feature.
Add the image to favourites.
Cropping enlarged images
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Spread two fingers apart on the area you want to save and tap .
The cropped area will be saved as a file.
Saved
image
thumbnail
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Viewing videos
Launch the
Gallery
app and select a video to play. To view other files, swipe to the left or right
on the screen.
To use more options during playback, tap
→
Open in Video player
.
Lock the playback screen.
Skip to the previous video.
Tap and hold to rewind.
Switch to the pop-up video
player.
Capture the current screen.
View the content on a large
screen using the Smart View
feature.
Rewind or fast-forward by
dragging the bar.
Create an animated GIF.
More options
Display your videos.
Configure the caption
settings.
Rotate the screen.
Skip to the next video. Tap
and hold to fast-forward.
Pause and resume playback.
Change the screen ratio.
Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness,
or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.
To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.
Viewing brighter and clearer videos
Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colours. Launch
the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced features
→
Video brightness
→
Bright
.
•
This feature is only available in some apps.
•
Using this feature will increase battery consumption.
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Albums
Create albums and sort your images and videos.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Albums
→
→
Album
to create an album.
2 Select the images or videos you want to copy or move them to an album.
Stories
When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location
tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
Stories
, and then select a story.
Syncing images and videos
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Sync with OneDrive
, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the sync. The
Gallery
app and the cloud will be synced.
When your
Gallery
app is synced with the cloud, pictures and videos you take will also be
saved in the cloud. You can view images and videos saved in the cloud in your
Gallery
app
and from other devices.
When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account, you can set the cloud
storage as Microsoft OneDrive.
Deleting images or videos
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap and hold an image, a video, or a story to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
Using the recycle bin feature
You can keep the deleted images and videos in the recycle bin. The files will be deleted after a
certain period.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Recycle bin
switch to activate
it.
To view files in the recycle bin, launch the
Gallery
app and tap
→
Recycle bin
.
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AR Zone
Introduction
AR Zone provides you AR related features. Choose a feature and capture fun pictures or
videos.
Launching AR Zone
Use the following methods to launch AR Zone:
•
Launch the
AR Zone
app.
•
Launch the
Camera
app and tap
MORE
→
AR ZONE
.
Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
AR Emoji Studio
Create emojis any way you want and have fun using them in various features.
Creating an AR Emoji
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Emoji Studio
.
2 You can pick a pre-made emoji to get started quickly. Swipe to the left or right, select an
emoji, and then tap
.
If you want to make your own emoji, take a selfie or select an image.
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions to create an emoji.
Edit the emoji.
My emojis list
More options
Selecting an AR emoji to use
Launch the
AR Zone
app, tap
AR Emoji Studio
→
, and then select an emoji you want.
Deleting AR emojis
Launch the
AR Zone
app, tap
AR Emoji Studio
→
→
, tick emojis to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
Creating an AR emoji short video and decorating your device with it
You can create a short video with an emoji and use it as a wallpaper or call background
image.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Emoji Studio
.
2 Select
Create video
,
Call screen
, or
Lock screen
.
3 Select a template you want.
To change the background image, tap
.
4 Tap
Save
to save the video.
You can view the saved videos in
Gallery
.
5 To use the video directly, select an option at the bottom of the screen.
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Creating your contact profile with an AR emoji
Use an emoji as your profile picture for your Samsung account and in the
Contacts
app. You
can choose from various poses or create your own expressions.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Emoji Studio
.
2 Tap
Profile
and select an emoji.
3 Tap to capture your expression or select a pose you want.
4 Tap
Done
→
Save
.
Take a picture.
Emoji
Pose
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AR Emoji Camera
Create fun pictures or videos with emojis using various shooting modes.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app on the Cover screen and tap
AR Emoji Camera
.
2 Select the emoji and the mode you want to use. The available modes may vary depending
on the emoji you select.
•
SCENE
: The emoji mimics your expressions. You can also change the background
image.
•
MASK
: The emoji’s face appears over your face so it looks like you are wearing a mask.
•
MIRROR
: The emoji mimics your body movements.
•
PLAY
: The emoji moves on a real background.
3 Tap the emoji icon to take a picture, or tap and hold the icon to record a video.
You can view and share the pictures and videos that you have captured in
Gallery
.
AR Emoji Stickers
Create your own stickers with your emoji’s expressions and actions. You can use your emoji
stickers when sending messages or on a social network.
Creating your own stickers
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Emoji Stickers
.
2 Tap
at the top of the stickers list.
3 Edit stickers how you want and tap
Save
.
You can view the stickers you have created by tapping
Custom
.
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Deleting AR emoji stickers
Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Emoji Stickers
→
→
Delete stickers
. Select the emoji
stickers to delete and tap
Delete
.
Using your AR emoji stickers in chats
You can use your emoji stickers during a conversation via messages or on a social network.
The following actions are an example of using your emoji stickers in the
Messages
app.
1 While composing a message in the
Messages
app, tap
on the Samsung keyboard.
2 Tap the emoji icon.
3 Select one of your emoji stickers.
The emoji sticker will be inserted.
Emoji icon
AR Doodle
(Record videos with the AR feature)
Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else. When the
camera recognises a face or space, the doodles on the face will follow the face as it moves,
and the doodles in the space will be fixed in the same place even if the camera moves.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Doodle
.
When the camera recognises the subject, the recognition area will appear on the screen.
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2 Tap and write or draw in the recognition area.
•
If you switch to the rear camera, you can also write or draw outside the recognition
area.
•
If you tap and then begin to doodle, you can record yourself doodling.
Recognition
area
Delete doodle.
Pen tool
GIF
Text
Redo
Turn the sound
effect on or off.
Undo
Select a
resolution for
videos.
3 Tap to record a video.
4 Tap to stop recording the video.
You can view and share the video in
Gallery
.
The available features on the preview screen may vary depending on which camera is
being used.
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Voice Recorder
Record or play voice recordings.
1 Launch the
Voice Recorder
app.
2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
•
Tap to pause recording.
•
While making a voice recording, tap
BOOKMARK
to insert a bookmark.
3 Tap to finish recording.
4 Enter a file name and tap
Save
.
Changing the recording mode
Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen.
•
Standard
: This is the normal recording mode.
•
Interview
: The device records sound from the top and the bottom of the device at a high
volume while reducing the volume of sound from the sides.
•
Speech-to-text
: The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to
on-screen text. For best results, keep the device near your mouth and speak loudly and
clearly in a quiet place.
If the voice memo system language does not match the language you are speaking,
the device will not recognise your voice. In this case, before using this feature, tap
the current language to set the voice memo system language.
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Playing selected voice recordings
When you review interview recordings, you can mute or unmute certain sound sources in the
recording.
1 Select a voice recording made in interview mode from the voice recordings list.
2 To mute certain sound sources, tap for the corresponding direction that sound is to
be muted.
The icon will change to
and the sound will be muted.
Muted sound source
Unmuted sound source
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Samsung Wallet
Use various convenient features in Samsung Wallet. You can make a payment, verify your
identity via your biometric data, check tickets or boarding passes, and more.
Launch the
Samsung Wallet
app and select a feature you want.
•
This app may not be available depending on the region.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the region.
Making payments
Register cards to Samsung Pay to make both online and offline payments quickly and
securely. Refer to Samsung Pay for more information.
Verifying identity
Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and easily verify your identity when using
services which require your login or personal information. Refer to Samsung Pass for more
information.
Using tickets
Add boarding passes and tickets for movies, sports, and more, to view and use them in one
place.
Using a digital key
Register your vehicle’s digital key to your smartphone so you can unlock or lock the vehicle’s
door and start the vehicle.
Start registering a digital key by installing your vehicle’s digital key app or using the guide
message, such as an email or text message, sent by your vehicle’s manufacturer. Then,
follow the on-screen instructions on your vehicle’s navigation screen and your smartphone’s
Samsung Wallet screen to complete the registration.
•
This feature may not be available depending on the region or model.
•
To use this feature, the vehicle must support the digital key function. Check with your
vehicle’s manufacturer for digital key support.
•
The registered digital key is only saved to your smartphone and, if the smartphone is
replaced, the digital key must be registered again.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the vehicle. Check with your
vehicle’s manufacturer for more information.
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Using a digital key with the NFC feature
Touch the NFC antenna area of the smartphone with the digital key registered to the vehicle’s
door. The door will unlock or lock.
After you place the smartphone on the vehicle’s wireless charging pad and the digital key is
authenticated, you can start the vehicle using the start button.
•
To use this feature, the smartphone and vehicle must support the NFC feature.
•
To activate the NFC feature on the smartphone, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
NFC and contactless payments
, and then tap the switch to activate
it.
•
To find out the location of the wireless charging pad and which of your vehicle’s
doors support NFC, refer to your vehicle’s user manual.
Using a digital key with the Ultra-Wideband (UWB) feature
The vehicle’s door will unlock when you get close to the vehicle with your smartphone, and
will lock when you move away.
After the digital key is authenticated when you get inside the vehicle, you can start the
vehicle using the start button.
•
To use this feature, the smartphone and vehicle must support both the Bluetooth
and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) features. Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
, and
then tap the
Bluetooth
switch and the
Ultra-wideband (UWB)
switch to activate
them.
•
If the vehicle supports both the NFC and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) features, you
can choose the method you want. Refer to your vehicle’s user manual for more
information.
•
The Ultra-Wideband (UWB) feature may not be available depending on the region.
•
The door unlock and lock methods may differ depending on the vehicle. Check with
your vehicle’s manufacturer for more information.
•
Using this feature will increase battery consumption.
Deleting the digital key
You can delete the registered digital key from your smartphone.
Launch the
Samsung Wallet
app, tap the registered digital key, and then tap
→
Delete
.
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Samsung Pay
Introduction
Register cards to Samsung Pay to make both online and offline payments quickly and
securely.
You can view more information, such as cards that support this feature at
www.samsung.com/samsung-pay.
•
To make payments with Samsung Pay, the device may be required a connection to a
Wi-Fi or mobile network depending on the region.
•
This feature may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
•
The procedures for the initial setup and card registration may vary depending on the
service provider or model.
•
If there is no
Samsung Pay
app on your device, you can access Samsung Pay from
the
Samsung Wallet
app.
Setting up Samsung Pay
When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup.
1 Launch the
Samsung Pay
app.
2 Sign in to your Samsung account and read and agree to the terms and conditions.
3 Register your fingerprint and a PIN to use when making payments.
This PIN will be used to verify various actions in Samsung Pay, such as making payments
and unlocking the app.
Registering cards
Launch the
Samsung Pay
app and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your card
registration.
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Making payments
1 Tap and hold a card image at the bottom of the screen and drag it upwards. Alternatively,
launch the
Samsung Pay
app. Then, on the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a
card to use.
2 Scan your fingerprint or enter the payment PIN you set.
If you have been using your device unfolded, fold the device first.
3 Touch the back of your device to the card reader.
When the card reader recognises the card information, the payment will be processed.
•
Payments may not be processed depending on your network connection.
•
The verification method for payments may vary depending on the card readers.
Cancelling payments
You can cancel payments by visiting the place where you made them.
On the cards list, swipe to the left or right to select the card you used. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete payment cancellation.
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Sharing content
Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of
sharing images.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap and select a sharing method you want.
You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.
Quick Share
Sharing content with nearby devices
Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth, or with some SmartThings
supported devices.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 On the other device, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
Quick Share
) to activate it. If you cannot find (
Quick Share
) on the quick panel, tap
and drag the button over to add it.
3 Tap
→
Quick Share
and select a device to transfer the image to.
4 Accept the file transfer request on the other device.
This feature does not support sharing videos with TVs or SmartThings supported
devices. To watch videos on TV, use the Smart View feature.
Pointing to share
Share content by pointing the device among the nearby devices.
This feature is available only on Galaxy devices that support the Ultra-Wideband (UWB)
feature. Also, the screen of the other device receiving files must be turned on.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 On the other device, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
Quick Share
) to activate it. If you cannot find (
Quick Share
) on the quick panel, tap
and drag the button over to add it.
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3 On the other device, tap and hold (
Quick Share
) and tap the
Show my position to
others
switch to activate it.
4 Tap
→
Quick Share
and point the back of your device at the other device.
5 Tap the other device when it appears at the top of the screen.
6 Accept the file transfer request on the other device.
The Ultra-Wideband (UWB) feature may not be available depending on the region.
Setting who can find your device
Set who is allowed to find and send content to your device.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Quick Share
).
2 Select an option.
•
No one
: Do not allow others to find your device.
•
Contacts only
: Only allow Samsung users in your contacts to share with your device.
•
Anyone nearby
: Allow any nearby devices to share with your device.
Sharing via Web link
Upload large files to the Samsung storage server and share them with others via Web link.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap
→
Quick Share
and select an option you want under
Share link to any person or
device
.
•
Copy link
: Share the link copied to the clipboard.
•
Share link using app
: Share the link by selecting an app.
•
Share using QR code
: Share the link with the created QR code.
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Screen capture and screen record
Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the
captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.
How to capture a screenshot
Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. You can view the captured screenshots in
Gallery
.
Method 1) Key capture: Press the Side key and the Volume Down key simultaneously.
Method 2) Swipe capture: With the edge of your hand, swipe your hand to the left or right
across the screen.
•
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
•
If capturing a screenshot by swiping is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Motions and gestures
, and then tap the
Palm swipe to
capture
switch to activate it.
After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the
screen:
•
: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page, such
as a webpage. When you tap
, the screen will automatically scroll down and more
content will be captured.
•
: Write or draw on the screenshot or crop a portion from the screenshot. You can view
the cropped area in
Gallery
.
•
: Add tags to the screenshot. To search for screenshots by tag, tap
Search
at the top of
the Apps screen and tap
Screenshots
→
. You can view the tags list and easily search
for the screenshot you want.
•
: Share the screenshot with others.
If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Screenshots and screen recorder
, and then tap the
Show
toolbar after capturing
switch to activate it.
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Screen record
Record the screen while using your device.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Screen recorder
) to
activate it.
2 Select a sound setting and tap
Start recording
.
After a countdown, recording will start.
•
To write or draw on the screen, tap .
•
To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself, tap
.
3 When you are finished recording the video, tap .
You can view the video in
Gallery
.
To change the screen recorder settings, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced
features
→
Screenshots and screen recorder
.
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Transferring data from your previous device
(Smart Switch)
You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your new device.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Bring data from old device
.
•
This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•
Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung takes
copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer.
Transferring data using a USB cable
You can connect your previous device to your device with the USB cable to easily and quickly
transfer data.
1 Connect your device and the previous device using your device’s USB cable.
A USB connector may be needed depending on the previous device.
2 When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap
Smart Switch
→
Receive data
.
3 In the previous device, tap
OK
.
If you do not have the app, download it from
Galaxy Store
or
Play Store
.
Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will
appear.
4 On your device, select an option you want, tap
Next
, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to transfer data.
Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing
so may cause data loss or device damage.
Transferring data increases the battery power consumption of your device. Ensure that
your device is sufficiently charged before transferring data. If the battery power is low,
data transfer may be interrupted.
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Transferring data wirelessly
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
1 On the previous device, launch
Smart Switch
.
If you do not have the app, download it from
Galaxy Store
or
Play Store
.
2 On your device, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Bring data
from old device
.
3 Place the devices near each other.
4 On the previous device, tap
Send data
→
Wireless
.
5 On your device, tap
Receive data
, select your previous device’s operating system, and
then tap
Wireless
.
6 On the previous device, tap
Allow
.
7 On your device, select an option you want, tap
Next
, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to transfer data.
Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
5 Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
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Settings
Introduction
Customise device settings.
Launch the
Settings
app.
To search for settings by entering keywords, tap
.
This chapter is a common manual for settings and features provided by Samsung
devices.
Depending on the model, some content may differ, or descriptions of options or
features not available on your device may be included.
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Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account and manage it.
On the Settings screen, tap
Samsung account
.
Connections
Options
Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
.
•
Wi-Fi
: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or
other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.
•
Bluetooth
: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled
devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.
•
NFC and contactless payments
: Set the device to allow you to read near field
communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this
feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading
the required apps. Refer to NFC and contactless payments for more information.
•
Ultra-wideband (UWB)
: Activate the Ultra-Wideband (UWB) feature.
•
Flight mode
: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use
only non-network services.
Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft
personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight
mode.
•
Mobile networks
: Configure your mobile network settings.
•
Data usage
: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the
limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the
amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.
You can activate the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in the background
from sending or receiving data. Refer to Data saver for more information.
You can also select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is
connected to a Wi-Fi network. Refer to Mobile data only apps for more information.
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•
SIM manager
(dual SIM models): Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM
card settings. Refer to SIM manager (dual SIM models) for more information.
•
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s
mobile data connection with other devices. For more information about the mobile
hotspot, refer to Mobile Hotspot.
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
•
More connection settings
: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to More
connection settings for more information.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
Networks with a lock icon require a password.
•
Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that
network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device
from connecting to the network automatically, tap
next to the network and tap
the
Auto reconnect
switch to deactivate it.
•
If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature
or the wireless router.
Viewing the Wi-Fi network quality information
View the Wi-Fi network quality information, such as the speed and stability.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it. The
network quality information will appear under the Wi-Fi networks. If it does not appear, tap
→
Intelligent Wi-Fi
and tap the
Show network quality info
switch to activate it.
The quality information may not appear depending on the Wi-Fi network.
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Sharing Wi-Fi network passwords
If you make a request to a person who is connected to a secured Wi-Fi network to share its
password, you can connect to the network without entering the password. This feature is
available between the devices which have contacts each other and the screen of the other
device must be turned on.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
3 Tap
Request password
.
4 Accept the share request on the other device.
The Wi-Fi password is entered on your device and it is connected to the network.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Tap
→
Wi-Fi Direct
.
The detected devices are listed.
If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
Wi-Fi Direct feature.
3 Select a device to connect to.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connection
request.
To end the device connection, select the device to disconnect from the list.
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Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Precautions for using Bluetooth
•
Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received
via Bluetooth.
•
Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly
secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be
reduced.
•
Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG, may
be incompatible with your device.
•
Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies of
files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is not
responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Bluetooth
and tap the switch to activate it.
The detected devices will be listed.
2 Select a device to pair with.
If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth
pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.
Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection
request.
To unpair the devices, tap
next to the device name to unpair and tap
Unpair
.
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Sending and receiving data
Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media
files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image
to another device.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap
→
Bluetooth
and select a device to transfer the image to.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
visibility option.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.
NFC and contactless payments
Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information
about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for
transportation or events after downloading the required apps.
The device contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the device carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.
Reading information from NFC tags
Use the NFC feature to read product information from NFC tags.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
NFC and contactless payments
and tap the
switch to activate it.
2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag.
The information from the tag appears.
Ensure that the device’s screen is turned on and unlocked. Otherwise, the device will
not read NFC tags or receive data.
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Making payments with the NFC feature
Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service
provider.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
and tap the
NFC and contactless payments
switch to activate it.
2 Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.
To set the default payment app, open the Settings screen and tap
Connections
→
NFC and
contactless payments
→
Contactless payments
→
Payment
, and then select an app.
•
The payment services list may not include all available payment apps.
•
If you update the payment app or install a new one, the payment services that you
used before may not work properly. If that is the case, on the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
NFC and contactless payments
→
Contactless payments
→
Payment
or
Others
, and then select another app instead of the updated or newly
installed app. Or, deselect the selected app.
Data saver
Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from sending
or receiving data.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Data usage
→
Data saver
and tap the switch to
activate it.
When the data saver feature is activated, the
icon will appear on the status bar.
Data saver feature activated
To select apps to use data without restriction, tap
Allowed to use data while Data
saver is on
and select apps.
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Mobile data only apps
Select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi
network.
For example, you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep
secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected. Even if you do not deactivate the Wi-Fi
feature, the apps will launch using the mobile data.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Data usage
→
Mobile data only apps
and tap
the switches next to the apps you want.
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
Mobile Hotspot
Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other
devices.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
→
Mobile
Hotspot
.
2 Tap the switch to activate it.
The
icon appears on the status bar.
You can change the level of security and the password by tapping
Configure
.
3 On the other device’s screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks list.
Alternatively, tap
QR code
on the mobile hotspot screen and scan the QR code with the
other device.
•
If the mobile hotspot is not found, on your device, tap
Configure
and set
Band
to
2.4
GHz
, tap
Advanced
, and then tap the
Hidden network
switch to deactivate it.
•
If you activate the
Auto Hotspot
feature, you can share your device’s mobile data
connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account.
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More connection settings
Customise settings to control other connection features.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
More connection settings
.
•
Nearby device scanning
: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to.
•
Printing
: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search
for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more
information.
•
VPN
: Set up virtual private networks (VPNs) on your device to connect to a school or
company’s private network.
•
Private DNS
: Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS.
•
Ethernet
: When you connect an Ethernet adaptor, you can use a wired network and
configure network settings.
Printing
Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a
printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.
Some printers may not be compatible with the device.
Adding printer plug-ins
Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
More connection settings
→
Printing
→
Download plugin
.
2 Select a printer plug-in and install it.
3 Select the installed printer plug-in.
The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network as your device.
4 Select a printer to add.
To add printers manually, tap
→
Add printer
.
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Printing content
While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap
Print
→
→
All printers...
, and then select a printer.
Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.
Connected devices
Change settings for device connections.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connected devices
.
•
Quick Share
: Change the Quick Share settings. Refer to Quick Share for more information.
•
Auto switch Buds
: Set the Galaxy Buds to switch from another device to your
smartphone when you make or answer a call, play media, and more. You can use this
feature only when you signed in to the same Samsung account on the other device and
you are wearing your Galaxy Buds.
•
Call & text on other devices
: Connect your tablet and smartphone to use calling and
messaging features on the tablet with your smartphone number. You must register and
sign in to the same Samsung account on the tablet and smartphone. Some calling and
messaging features may not be available.
•
Continue apps on other devices
: Use your device’s apps on other devices signed in to
your Samsung account.
•
Link to Windows
: Instantly access data saved in your device on your computer. Refer to
Link to Windows for more information.
•
Samsung DeX
: Set the device to use like a computer. Refer to Samsung DeX for more
information.
•
Smart View
: View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting
your device to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor. Refer to Smart View for more
information.
•
SmartThings
: Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT)
products. Refer to SmartThings for more information.
•
Android Auto
: Connect your device to a vehicle and control some of your device’s
features on the vehicle’s display.
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Modes and Routines
Introduction
Select a mode based on your current activity or location, or add your repeated usage patterns
as routines and use your device more conveniently.
On the Settings screen, tap
Modes and Routines
.
Using modes
Adding modes
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Modes and Routines
→
Modes
.
2 Select a mode you want or tap
Add mode
→
Custom
to add your own modes.
Running modes
Modes will run automatically when their conditions are detected. You can also run them
manually by tapping the button whenever you want.
To run modes manually, select the mode you want and tap
Turn on
.
To turn off a running mode, tap the mode and tap
Turn off
.
Using routines
Adding routines
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Modes and Routines
→
Routines
.
2 Tap and select a routine you want or tap to add your own routines.
If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap
Start manually
. This
option will appear only when there are no running conditions set. When a pop-up window
appears, tap
Add
. You can add the routine to the Home screen as a widget and access it
quickly.
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Running routines
Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected. For routines which
you set the running condition as
Start manually
, you can run them manually by tapping the
button whenever you want.
To run routines manually, tap
next to the routine you want to run. Alternatively, tap the
routine’s widget on the Home screen.
To stop running routines, tap the routine under
Running
and tap
Stop
.
Sounds and vibration
Options
Change settings for various sounds on the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
Sounds and vibration
.
•
Sound
/
Vibrate
/
Mute
: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent
mode.
•
Vibrate while ringing
: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.
•
Temporary mute
: Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period.
•
Ringtone
: Change the call ringtone.
•
Notification sound
: Change the notification sound.
•
System sound
: Change the sound to use for certain actions, such as charging the device.
•
Volume
: Adjust the device’s volume level.
•
Call vibration
: Change the call vibration settings.
•
Notification vibration
: Change the notification vibration settings.
•
System vibration
: Set the device to vibrate for actions, such as controlling the
touchscreen.
•
Vibration intensity
: Adjust the force of the vibration notification.
•
Sound quality and effects
: Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Sound
quality and effects for more information.
•
Separate app sound
: Set the device to play media sound from a specific app separately
on the other audio device. Refer to Separate app sound for more information.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
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Sound quality and effects
Set the device’s sound quality and effects.
On the Settings screen, tap
Sounds and vibration
→
Sound quality and effects
.
•
Dolby Atmos
: Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio, such
as movies, music, and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience moving audio sounds
that flow all around you.
•
Dolby Atmos for gaming
: Experience the Dolby Atmos sound optimised for games while
playing games.
•
Equaliser
: Select an option for a specific music genre and enjoy optimised sound.
•
UHQ upscaler
: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos when using wired
earphones.
•
Adapt sound
: Set the best sound for you.
Depending on the model, you must connect an earphone to use some features.
Separate app sound
Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker
or headset.
For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while
listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Sounds and vibration
→
Separate app sound
and tap the
switch to activate it.
2 Select an app to play media sounds separately and tap the Back button.
3 Select a device for playing the selected app’s media sound.
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Notifications
Change the notification settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Notifications
.
•
App notifications
: Select the apps you want to receive notifications from.
•
Lock screen notifications
: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen.
•
Notification pop-up style
: Select a notification pop-up style and change the settings.
•
Do not disturb
: Set the device to mute all sounds except for allowed exceptions.
•
Advanced settings
: Configure advanced settings for notifications.
Display
Options
Change the display and the Home screen settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Display
.
•
Light
/
Dark
: Activate or deactivate dark mode.
•
Dark mode settings
: Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the
device at night or in a dark place. You can set a schedule for applying dark mode.
The dark theme may not be applied in some apps.
•
Brightness
: Adjust the brightness of the display.
•
Adaptive brightness
: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and
apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions.
•
Extra brightness
: Set the display to be brighter than the maximum brightness. This
feature is available when you deactivate the
Adaptive brightness
feature.
•
Motion smoothness
: Change the refresh rate of the screen. When a high refresh rate
is set, the screen will scroll more smoothly. Refer to Motion smoothness for more
information.
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•
Eye comfort shield
: Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by
the screen. You can set a schedule for applying this feature.
•
Screen mode
: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast. Refer
to Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour for more information.
•
Font size and style
: Change the font size and style.
•
Screen layout and zoom
: Change the screen view settings. Refer to Screen layout and
zoom for more information.
•
Full screen apps
: Select apps to use with the full screen aspect ratio.
•
Camera cutout
: Set the device to hide the front camera from the screen.
•
Screen timeout
: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s
backlight.
•
Easy mode
: Switch to easy mode to display larger icons and apply a simpler layout to the
Home screen.
•
Edge panels
: Change the settings for the Edge panel.
•
Taskbar
: Change the settings for the taskbar. Refer to Taskbar for more information.
•
Navigation bar
: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft
buttons) for more information.
•
Continue apps on cover screen
: Set the device to switch the apps you are using on the
Main screen to the Cover screen when you fold the device.
•
Accidental touch protection
: Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting touch
input when it is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag.
•
Touch sensitivity
: Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen
protectors.
•
Show charging information
: Set the device to display the charging information, such as
the remaining battery percentage when the screen is off.
•
Screen saver
: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
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Motion smoothness
The refresh rate is the number of times the screen is refreshed every second. Use a high
refresh rate to prevent the screen from flickering when switching between screens. The
screen will scroll more smoothly. When you select a standard refresh rate, you can use the
battery longer.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Motion smoothness
.
2 Select a refresh rate.
•
Adaptive
: Get smoother animations and scrolling by automatically adjusting your
screen refresh rate up to 120 Hz.
•
Standard
: Use a standard refresh rate in normal situations to conserve battery power.
Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour
Change the screen mode or adjust the display colour to your preference.
Changing the screen mode
On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Screen mode
and select a mode you want.
•
Vivid
: This optimises the colour range, saturation, and sharpness of your display. You can
also adjust the display colour balance by colour value.
•
Natural
: This adjusts the screen to a natural tone.
•
You can adjust the display colour only in
Vivid
mode.
•
Vivid
mode may not be compatible with third-party apps.
Optimising the full screen colour balance
Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference.
On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Screen mode
→
Vivid
and adjust the colour
adjustment bar under
White balance
.
When you drag the colour adjustment bar towards
Cool
, the blue colour tone will increase.
When you drag the bar towards
Warm
, the red colour tone will increase.
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Adjusting the screen tone by colour value
Increase or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the Red, Green, or Blue value individually.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Screen mode
→
Vivid
.
2 Tap
Advanced settings
.
3 Adjust the
R
(Red),
G
(Green), or
B
(Blue) colour bar to your preference.
The screen tone will be adjusted.
Screen layout and zoom
Change the screen view settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Screen layout and zoom
.
•
Multi view
: Some apps will appear in a split screen layout so that you can view more
content.
•
Standard view
: Make the items on the screen larger or smaller.
Wallpaper and style
Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
On the Settings screen, tap
Wallpaper and style
.
Themes
Apply various themes to the device to change the visual elements of the Home screen, locked
screen, and icons.
On the Settings screen, tap
Themes
.
Home screen
Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout.
On the Settings screen, tap
Home screen
.
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Lock screen
Options
Change the settings for the locked screen.
On the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
.
•
Screen lock type
: Change the screen lock method.
•
Smart Lock
: Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are
detected. Refer to Smart Lock for more information.
•
Secure lock settings
: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method.
•
Lock screen
: Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen and the
wallpaper for the locked screen.
•
Widgets
: Change the settings of the items displayed when you tap the clock on the
locked screen.
•
Touch and hold to edit
: Set the device to display the editing options when you tap and
hold the locked screen.
•
Always On Display
: Set the device to display information while the screen is turned off.
Refer to Always On Display for more information.
•
Roaming clock
: Change the clock to show both the local and home time zones on the
locked screen when roaming.
•
About Lock screen
: View the Lock screen version and legal information.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
•
The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected.
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Smart Lock
You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices
are detected.
For example, if you have set your home as a trusted location, when you get home your device
will detect the location and automatically unlock itself.
On the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
→
Smart Lock
and follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the setup.
•
This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method.
•
If you do not use your device for four hours or when you turn on the device, you
must unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set.
Always On Display
(Displaying information when the screen is turned off)
You can view information, such as the clock or calendar, or control music playback on the
screen when it is turned off.
You can also check notifications for new messages or missed calls.
The Always On Display is set to appear only when you tap the screen. To change the settings
to make it appear continuously, during a set time, or when receiving notifications, on the
Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
→
Always On Display
, and then select a mode you want.
The brightness of the Always On Display may change automatically depending on the
lighting conditions.
Opening notifications on the Always On Display
When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on
the Always On Display. Double-tap a notification icon to view its notification.
If the screen is locked, you must unlock it to view notifications.
Deactivating the Always On Display feature
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
Always On Display
) to
deactivate it. If you cannot find
(
Always On Display
) on the quick panel, tap and drag
the button over to add it.
Alternatively, on the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
, and then tap the
Always On Display
switch to deactivate it.
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Security and privacy
Options
Check the device’s security and privacy status and change the settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
.
•
Lock screen
: Change the settings for the locked screen.
•
Accounts
: Change the settings for your accounts.
•
Find My Mobile
: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My
Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen
device.
•
App security
: Scan apps and keep your device safe from malicious software.
•
Updates
: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates.
•
Privacy
: Change the settings for privacy.
•
Biometrics
: Change the settings for biometric data. Refer to Face recognition and
Fingerprint recognition for more information.
•
Samsung Pass
: Verify your identity easily and securely via your biometric data. Refer to
Samsung Pass for more information.
•
Secure Folder
: Create a secure folder to protect your private content and apps from
others. Refer to Secure Folder for more information.
•
Secure Wi-Fi
: Set the device to protect your data while using unsecured Wi-Fi networks.
Refer to Secure Wi-Fi for more information.
•
Private Share
: Share files with others securely using blockchain technology.
•
Samsung Blockchain Keystore
: Manage your blockchain private key safely.
•
Install unknown apps
: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown
sources.
•
Other security settings
: Configure additional security settings.
Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
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Face recognition
You can set the device to unlock the screen by recognising your face.
•
If you use your face as a screen lock method, your face cannot be used to unlock
the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the device, you must
unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering the
face. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.
•
If you change the screen lock method to
Swipe
or
None
, which are not secure, all of
your biometric data will be deleted.
Precautions for using face recognition
Before using the face recognition to unlock your device, keep the following precautions in
mind.
•
Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
•
Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password.
For better face recognition
Consider the following when using face recognition:
•
Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hats, masks, beards, or
heavy makeup
•
Ensure that you are in a well-lit area and that the camera lens is clean when registering
•
Ensure your image is not blurry for better match results
Registering your face
For better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Face recognition
.
2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap
Continue
.
3 Set a screen lock method.
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4 Position your face inside the frame on the screen.
The camera will scan your face.
•
If unlocking the screen with your face is not working properly, tap
Remove face data
to remove your registered face and register your face again.
•
To enhance the face recognition, tap
Add alternative appearance to enhance
recognition
and add an alternate appearance.
Unlocking the screen with your face
You can unlock the screen with your face instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Face recognition
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Tap the
Face unlock
switch to activate it.
4 On the locked screen, look at the screen.
When your face is recognised, you can unlock the screen without using any additional
screen lock method. If your face is not recognised, use the preset screen lock method.
Deleting the registered face data
You can delete face data that you have registered.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Face recognition
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Tap
Remove face data
→
Remove
.
Once the registered face is deleted, all the related features will also be deactivated.
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Fingerprint recognition
In order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be
registered and stored in your device.
•
This feature may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
•
Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to
enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor
confusing two different fingerprints is very low. However, in rare cases where
separate fingerprints are very similar the sensor may recognise them as identical.
•
If you use your fingerprint as a screen lock method, your fingerprint cannot be
used to unlock the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the
device, you must unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when
registering the fingerprint. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.
•
If your fingerprint is not recognised, unlock the device using the pattern, PIN,
or password you set when registering the fingerprint, and then re-register your
fingerprints. If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to
use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or
inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes.
•
If you change the screen lock method to
Swipe
or
None
, which are not secure, all of
your biometric data will be deleted.
For better fingerprint recognition
When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that
may affect the feature’s performance:
•
The device may not recognise fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars.
•
The device may not recognise fingerprints from small or thin fingers.
•
To improve recognition performance, register the fingerprints of the fingers used most
often to perform tasks on the device.
•
The Side key has a built-in fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the fingerprint
recognition sensor is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and
necklaces.
•
Covering the fingerprint recognition sensor with accessories, such as stickers, may
decrease the fingerprint recognition rate.
•
Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor and your fingers are clean and dry.
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•
If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognise your fingerprints.
Make sure to cover the entire fingerprint recognition sensor with your finger.
•
In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the device. Avoid using this feature
in dry environments or before using the feature, discharge static electricity by touching a
metal object.
Registering fingerprints
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Fingerprints
.
2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap
Continue
.
3 Set a screen lock method.
4 Place your finger on the Side key. After the device detects your finger, lift it up and place it
on the Side key again.
Repeat this action until the fingerprint is registered.
5 When you are finished registering your fingerprints, tap
Done
.
You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by tapping
Check added
fingerprints
.
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Unlocking the screen with your fingerprints
You can unlock the screen with your fingerprint instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Fingerprints
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Tap the
Fingerprint unlock
switch to activate it.
4 On the locked screen, place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor and scan
your fingerprint.
Deleting registered fingerprints
You can delete registered fingerprints.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Biometrics
→
Fingerprints
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Select a fingerprint to delete and tap
Remove
.
Samsung Pass
Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and easily verify your identity when using
services which require your login or personal information.
•
The website sign-in feature is only available for websites that you access via the
Internet
app. Some websites may not support this feature.
•
Registered biometric data is only saved to your device and is not synced with other
devices or servers.
Registering Samsung Pass
Before using Samsung Pass, register your biometric data to Samsung Pass.
On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Samsung Pass
. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the setup.
Verifying the Samsung account password
You can use your registered biometric data to verify your identity instead of entering your
Samsung account password when, for example, you purchase content from
Galaxy Store
.
On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap
→
Settings
→
Account and syncing
, and then tap
the
Verify with Samsung Pass
switch to activate it.
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Using Samsung Pass to sign in to websites
You can use Samsung Pass to easily sign in to websites that support ID and password autofill.
1 On the sign-in page of the website, enter your ID and password, and then tap the website’s
sign-in button.
2 When a pop-up window asking whether you want to save the sign-in information appears,
tick
Sign in with Samsung Pass
and tap
Remember
.
Using Samsung Pass to sign in to apps
You can use Samsung Pass to easily sign in to apps that support ID and password autofill.
1 On the sign-in page of the app, enter your ID and password, and then tap the app’s sign-in
button.
2 When a pop-up window asking whether you want to save the sign-in information appears,
tap
Save
.
Managing sign-in information
View the list of websites and apps you have set to use Samsung Pass and manage your sign-in
information.
1 On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap
Apps/websites
and select a website or app from
the list.
2 Tap
Edit
and modify your ID, password, and the website’s or app’s name.
To delete your sign-in information, tap
Delete
.
Using Samsung Pass with websites and apps
When using websites or apps that support Samsung Pass, you can easily sign in with
Samsung Pass.
To see the list of websites and apps that support Samsung Pass, on the Samsung Pass main
screen, tap
→
Settings
→
Partners
. If there are no websites or apps that support Samsung
Pass,
Partners
will not appear.
•
Available websites and apps may vary depending on the service provider or model.
•
Samsung is not responsible for any loss or inconvenience caused by signing in to
websites or apps via Samsung Pass.
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Entering your personal information automatically
You can use Samsung Pass to easily enter your personal information, such as your address or
payment card information, on apps that support autofill.
1 On the Samsung Pass main screen, select an option under
Private info
.
2 Enter the information and tap
Save
.
You can now use the biometric data you registered to Samsung Pass when entering the
personal information automatically on supported apps.
Deleting your Samsung Pass data
You can delete your biometric data, sign-in information, and app data registered to Samsung
Pass.
On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap
→
Settings
→
See all devices using Samsung Pass
→
→
Leave Samsung Pass
.
•
Your Samsung account will remain active.
•
The Samsung Pass data on other devices signed in to your Samsung account will also
be deleted.
Secure Folder
Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as pictures and contacts, from
being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the
device is unlocked.
Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be
transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB or Wi-Fi
Direct. Attempting to customise the operating system or modifying software will cause
Secure Folder to be automatically locked and inaccessible. Before saving data in Secure
Folder, make sure to back up a copy of the data in another secure location.
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Setting up Secure Folder
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Security and privacy
→
Secure Folder
.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
When a pop-up window asking whether you want to reset the Secure Folder lock type
with your Samsung account appears, tap
Activate
. If you have forgotten the lock type, you
can reset it using your Samsung account. If you do not activate this feature, you cannot
reset the lock type when you have forgotten it.
When the setup is complete, the Secure Folder screen will appear and the Secure Folder
app icon (
) will be added to the Apps screen.
•
When you launch the
Secure Folder
app, you must unlock the app using your preset
lock method.
•
To change the name or icon of Secure Folder, tap
→
Customise
.
Setting an auto lock condition for Secure Folder
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Auto lock Secure Folder
.
2 Select a lock option.
To manually lock your Secure Folder, tap
→
Lock and exit
.
Moving content to Secure Folder
Move content, such as pictures and videos, to Secure Folder. The following actions are an
example of moving an image from the default storage to Secure Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Add files
.
2 Tap
Images
, tick images to move, and then tap
Done
.
3 Tap
Move
.
The selected items will be deleted from the original folder and moved to Secure Folder. To
copy items, tap
Copy
.
The method for moving content may vary depending on the content type.
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Moving content from Secure Folder
Move content from Secure Folder to the corresponding app in the default storage. The
following actions are an example of moving an image from Secure Folder to the default
storage.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
Gallery
.
2 Select an image and tap
→
Move out of Secure Folder
.
The selected items will be moved to
Gallery
in the default storage.
Adding apps
Add an app to use in Secure Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap .
2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap
Add
.
Removing apps from Secure Folder
Tap and hold an app to delete, and tap
Uninstall
.
Adding accounts
Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure
Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Manage accounts
→
Add
account
.
2 Select an account service.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
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Hiding Secure Folder
You can hide the Secure Folder shortcut from the Apps screen.
Launch the
Secure Folder
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Add Secure Folder to
Apps screen
switch to deactivate it.
Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(
Secure Folder
)
to deactivate the feature. If you cannot find
(
Secure Folder
) on the quick panel, tap
and drag the button over to add it.
If you want to show the Secure Folder again, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Security and
privacy
→
Secure Folder
, and then tap the
Add Secure Folder to Apps screen
switch to
activate it.
Uninstalling Secure Folder
You can uninstall Secure Folder, including the content and apps in it.
Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
More settings
→
Uninstall
.
To back up content before uninstalling Secure Folder, tick
Move media files out of Secure
Folder
and tap
Uninstall
. To access data backed up from Secure Folder, launch the
My Files
app and tap
Internal storage
→
Download
→
Secure Folder
.
Notes saved in
Samsung Notes
will not be backed up.
Secure Wi-Fi
Secure Wi-Fi is a service that secures your Wi-Fi network connection. It encrypts data using
Wi-Fi networks and disables tracking apps and websites so that you can use Wi-Fi networks
safely. For example, when using an unsecure Wi-Fi network in public places, such as cafes
or airports, Secure Wi-Fi is automatically activated so that no one can hack your login
information or monitor your activity in apps and websites.
On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Secure Wi-Fi
and follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the setup.
When Secure Wi-Fi is activated, the
icon will appear on the status bar.
•
Using this feature may result in a slower Wi-Fi network speed.
•
This feature may not be available depending on the Wi-Fi network, service provider,
or model.
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Selecting apps to protect using Secure Wi-Fi
Select apps to protect using Secure Wi-Fi so that you can safely protect data, such as your
password or your activity in apps, from being accessed by others.
On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Secure Wi-Fi
→
→
Settings
→
Protected apps
and tap the switches next to the apps you want to protect using Secure Wi-Fi.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Purchasing protection plan
You are provided with a free protection plan for Wi-Fi networks every month. You can also
purchase paid protection plans and have unlimited bandwidth protection for a limited time.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Security and privacy
→
Secure Wi-Fi
.
2 Tap
Protection plan
→
Upgrade
and select the plan you want.
For certain protection plans, you can transfer the protection plan to another device
signed in to your Samsung account.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase.
Location
Change settings for location information permissions.
On the Settings screen, tap
Location
.
•
App permissions
: View the list of apps that have permission to access the device’s
location and edit the permission settings.
•
Location services
: Set the device to use the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth feature to increase the
accuracy of your location information, even when the features are deactivated. You can
also view the location services your device is using.
•
Recent access
: View which apps request your current location information.
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Safety and emergency
Manage your medical information and emergency contacts. You can also change settings for
emergency features, such as wireless emergency alerts.
On the Settings screen, tap
Safety and emergency
.
•
Medical info
: Enter your medical information.
•
Emergency contacts
: Enter your emergency contacts.
•
Emergency SOS
: Set the device to make an emergency call to the preset number when
you press the Side key five times.
•
Emergency sharing
: Set the device to send information, such as your location or your
device’s lower battery notifications, to your emergency contacts for a certain period of
time.
•
Silence notifications while driving
: Activate the Do Not Disturb feature automatically
while driving.
•
Emergency Location Service
: Activate the Emergency Location Service (ELS) feature.
•
Wireless emergency alerts
: Change the settings for wireless emergency alerts.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
Accounts and backup
Options
Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also sign in to
accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, or transfer data to or from other
devices via Smart Switch.
On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
.
•
Manage accounts
: Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync
with.
•
Samsung Cloud
: Back up your data and settings, and restore the previous device’s
data and settings even when you do not have it. Refer to Samsung Cloud for more
information.
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•
Google Drive
: Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your
device. You can back up your sensitive information. You must sign in to your Google
account to back up data.
•
Smart Switch
: Launch Smart Switch and transfer data from your previous device. Refer to
Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) for more information.
Regularly back up your data to a safe location, such as Samsung Cloud or a computer,
so that you can restore it if the data is corrupted or lost due to an unintended factory
data reset.
Samsung Cloud
Back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud and restore it later.
Backing up data
You can back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
and tap
Back up data
under
Samsung
Cloud
.
2 Tap the switches next to the items you want to back up and tap
Back up now
.
3 Tap
Done
.
•
Some data will not be backed up. To check which data will be backed up, on the
Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
and tap
Back up data
under
Samsung
Cloud
.
•
To view the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud, on the Settings
screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Restore data
, and then select a device you
want.
Restoring data
You can restore your backup data from Samsung Cloud to your device.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
.
2 Tap
Restore data
and select a device you want.
3 Tick items you want to restore and tap
Restore
.
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Google
Configure settings for some features provided by Google.
On the Settings screen, tap
Google
.
Advanced features
Options
Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.
On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
.
•
Labs
: Use new features of the device.
•
S Pen
: Change the settings for using the S Pen. Refer to S Pen for more information.
•
Side key
: Select an app or feature to launch using the Side key. Refer to Setting the Side
key for more information.
•
Motions and gestures
: Activate the motion feature and configure settings. Refer to
Motions and gestures for more information.
•
One-handed mode
: Activate one-handed operation mode for your convenience when
using the device with one hand.
•
Smart suggestions
: Set the device to analyse key information in the selected text or
received message, such as events and addresses, and suggest that they be added as
events to the calendar or to use related apps. You can also get suggestions for useful
actions or text to enter based on your app usage history.
Collected information is stored and used only in this device to protect your
personal information.
•
Screenshots and screen recorder
: Change the settings for screenshots and screen
recorder.
•
Show contacts when sharing content
: Set the device to display the people you
contacted on the sharing options panel to allow you to share content directly.
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•
Video call effects
: Set to use the feature that changes the background or block
background noise during video calls. Refer to Video call effects for more information.
•
This feature is only available in some apps.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
•
Game Launcher
: Activate the Game Launcher. Refer to Game Launcher for more
information.
•
Video brightness
: Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more
vivid colours.
This feature may not be available in some apps.
•
Dual Messenger
: Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same
messenger app. Refer to Dual Messenger for more information.
Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
Motions and gestures
Activate the motion feature and configure settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
→
Motions and gestures
.
•
Lift to wake
: Set the device to turn on the screen when you pick it up.
•
Double tap to turn on screen
: Set the device to turn on the screen by double-tapping
anywhere on the screen while the screen is turned off.
•
Double tap to turn off screen
: Set the device to turn off the screen by double-tapping an
empty area on the Home screen or the locked screen.
•
Palm touch to turn off screen
: Set the device to turn off the screen by covering the
whole screen with your palm. This feature may not work if the keyboard is displayed on
the screen.
•
Keep screen on while viewing
: Set the device to prevent the display from turning off
while you are looking at it.
•
Alert when phone picked up
: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new
messages when you pick up the device.
This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat
surface.
•
Mute with gestures
: Set the device to mute certain sounds by using motions or gestures.
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•
Finger sensor gestures
: Set the device to open or close the notification panel when you
swipe upwards or downwards on the fingerprint recognition sensor. This feature is not
available when the sensor is detecting your fingerprint.
•
Palm swipe to capture
: Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your
hand to the left or right across the screen. You can view the captured images in
Gallery
. It
is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
Excessive shaking or an impact to the device may cause an unintended input for some
features using sensors.
Video call effects
You can use features that change the background or block background noise during video
calls.
On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
→
Video call effects
and tap the switch to
activate it. The
icon will be added on the video calling app’s screen.
Using video call effects
On the video calling app’s screen, tap
.
•
Reset all
: Reset the settings.
•
Background
: Change or blur the background during video calls.
•
Auto framing
: Activate or deactivate the auto framing feature. When you activate this
feature, the device changes the shooting angle and zoom automatically by recognising
and tracking people during video calls.
•
Mic mode
: Block background noise to make the sound clearer.
–
Standard
: Remove noise so that it sounds like a normal voice call.
–
Voice focus
: Focus on the sound coming from the direction of the front camera.
–
All sound
: Transmit all the sounds around you, such as the sound of music.
•
Settings
: Select or add background colours or images to use during video calls.
•
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
•
Some features are available only when using the front camera.
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Dual Messenger
Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
→
Dual Messenger
.
Supported apps will appear.
2 Tap the switch of an app to install the second app.
The second app will be installed. The second app’s icon will be displayed with
.
Second app
•
The Dual Messenger feature may not be available depending on the app.
•
Some features of the app may be limited for the second app.
Uninstalling a second app
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
→
Dual Messenger
.
2 Tap the switch of the app you want to uninstall and tap
Uninstall
.
All data related to the second app will be deleted.
If you uninstall the first app, the second app will also be deleted.
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Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
View the history of your device usage and use features to prevent your device from
interfering with your life. You can also set up parental controls for your children and manage
their digital use.
On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
.
•
Screen time goal
: Set goals for how much you use your device a day.
•
App timers
: Limit the daily usage time for each app by setting a timer. When you reach
the limit, the app will be deactivated and you cannot use it.
•
Driving monitor
: Activate the driving monitor to monitor the amount of the time you
use your device while driving.
•
Volume monitor
: Activate the volume monitor to protect your hearing.
•
Parental controls
: Manage your children’s digital use.
Battery and device care
Introduction
The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage,
memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of
your finger.
Optimising your device
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Optimise now
.
The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions.
•
Closing apps running in the background.
•
Managing abnormal battery usage.
•
Scanning for crashed apps and malware.
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Battery
Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery
levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Battery
.
•
Power saving
: Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.
•
Background usage limits
: Limit battery usage for apps that you do not use often.
•
Wireless power sharing
: Charge another device with your device’s battery. Refer to
Wireless power sharing for more information.
•
More battery settings
: Configure advanced settings for the battery.
•
The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.
•
You may not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving mode.
Storage
Check the status of the used and available memory.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Storage
. To delete files or uninstall
apps that you do not use anymore, select a category. Then, tap and hold, or select, an item
and tap
Delete
or
Uninstall
.
•
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified
capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory.
The available capacity may change when you update the device.
•
You can view the available capacity of the internal memory in the Specification
section for your device on the Samsung website.
Memory
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Memory
.
To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background, tick apps from the
apps list, and tap
Clean now
.
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Device protection
Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Device protection
→
Scan phone
.
Auto optimisation
You can set the device to perform auto optimisation when your device is not in use.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Auto optimisation
and tap the
Restart when needed
switch to activate it.
Software update
Update your device’s software via the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also
schedule software updates.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Software update
.
Diagnostics
Test your device using Samsung Members.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Diagnostics
. Select an item to test or
tap
Test all
to test all items.
Maintenance mode
Activate maintenance mode to protect your privacy while someone else is using your device,
such as when you send it for repairs.
On the Settings screen, tap
Battery and device care
→
Maintenance mode
→
Turn on
.
Apps
Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage
information, change their notification or permission settings, or uninstall or disable
unnecessary apps.
On the Settings screen, tap
Apps
.
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General management
Customise your device’s system settings or reset the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
General management
.
•
Language
: Select device languages. Refer to Adding device languages for more
information.
•
App languages
: Select the language you want to use for each app.
•
Text-to-speech output
: Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when
TalkBack is activated, such as languages, speed, and more.
•
Voice input
: Download language packs to use the voice input feature offline.
•
Date and time
: Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time
and date.
If the battery remains fully discharged, the time and date is reset.
•
Samsung Keyboard settings
: Change the settings for the Samsung keyboard.
•
Keyboard list and default
: Select a keyboard to use by default and change the keyboard
settings.
•
Physical keyboard
: Change the settings for an external keyboard.
•
Mouse and trackpad
: Change the settings for an external mouse or trackpad.
•
Passwords and autofill
: Select an autofill service to use.
•
Reset
: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset.
•
Customisation Service
: Set to get personalised service based on your interests and how
you use your device.
•
Contact us
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
Adding device languages
You can add languages to use on your device.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
General management
→
Language
→
Add language
.
To view all the languages that can be added, tap
→
All languages
.
2 Select a language to add.
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3 To set the selected language as the default language, tap
Set as default
. To keep the
current language setting, tap
Keep current
.
The selected language will be added to your languages list. If you changed the default
language, the selected language will be added to the top of the list.
To change the default language from your languages list, select the language you want and
tap
Apply
. If an app does not support the default language, the next supported language in
the list will be used.
Accessibility
Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. Refer to Accessibility for
more information.
On the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
.
Software update
Update your device’s software via the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also
schedule software updates.
On the Settings screen, tap
Software update
.
•
Download and install
: Check for and install updates manually.
•
Auto download over Wi-Fi
: Set the device to download updates automatically when
connected to a Wi-Fi network.
•
Last update
: View information about the last software update.
If emergency software updates are released for your device’s security and to block new
types of security threats, they will be installed automatically without your agreement.
Security updates information
Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your
personal information. For security updates for your model, visit security.samsungmobile.com.
The website supports only some languages.
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About phone
Access your device’s information.
On the Settings screen, tap
About phone
.
To change your device’s name, tap
Edit
.
•
Status information
: View various device information, such as the SIM card status, Wi-Fi
MAC address, and serial number.
•
Legal information
: View legal information related to the device, such as safety
information and the open source licence.
•
Software information
: View the device’s software information, such as its operating
system version and firmware version.
•
Battery information
: View the device’s battery status and information.
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Usage notices
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Precautions for using the device
Please read this manual when using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
•
The device may require a connection to a Wi-Fi or mobile network when using some apps
or features.
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
•
You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
•
Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice.
•
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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•
You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
–
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
–
You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
→
Screen timeout
, and then select the length
of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
–
To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the
surrounding environment, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
, and then tap the
Adaptive brightness
switch to activate it.
•
Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
If your device is approved by the FCC, you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the
FCC ID, launch the
Settings
app and tap
About phone
→
Status information
. If your
device does not have an FCC ID, it means that the device has not been authorised for sale
in the U.S. or its territories and may only be brought to the U.S. for the owner’s personal
use.
•
The use of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transmitters is prohibited when aboard an aeroplane
or ship.
•
The use of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transmitters is prohibited when activated within a
nominated distance of a specified Australian radio astronomy site. (Check the Radio
communications Class Licence 2015 published by the Australian Communications and
Media Authority for further details).
•
Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To
view the information, launch the
Settings
app and tap
About phone
→
Regulatory
information
.
•
The bandwidths supported by the device may vary depending on the region or service
provider.
•
5G network availability may vary depending on the country, network provider, and user
environment.
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•
Your device contains magnets. Keep it away from credit cards, implanted medical devices,
and other devices that may be affected by magnets. In the case of medical devices,
keep your device more than 15 cm apart. Stop using your device if you suspect any
interference with your medical device and consult your physician or your medical device
manufacturer. The location of the magnets is marked by the colour grey in the device
image.
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
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Notes on package contents and accessories
Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.
•
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on
the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with
other devices.
•
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
•
You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they
are compatible with the device before purchase.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the
performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing
companies. For more information about available accessories, refer to the Samsung
website.
•
Earphones (USB Type-C) that support digital output can be used with the device.
However, the device may not be compatible with earphones that use a different audio
output method or were made by a different manufacturer.
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Maintaining water resistance
Your device is water resistant and meets the following international standards.
•
IPX8 water resistance rating certification: According to the requirements of the IEC 60529
standard, it was tested in 1.5 m fresh water for 30 minutes without moving.
You must follow the guidelines below to maintain the water resistance of your device.
•
Do not expose the device to swimming pool water or sea water.
•
If the device is exposed to unclean water or other liquids, such as soapy water, oil,
perfume, sunscreen, hand cleaner, chemical products such as cosmetics, or liquids that
include the alcohol, clean the device with fresh water that does not flow, wipe it with
a soft and clean cloth, and then dry it thoroughly before use to maintain the water
resistance.
•
Do not expose the device to water moving with force. A sudden rise in the water pressure
may exceed the guaranteed level of water resistance.
•
In places, such as a sauna or steam room, the water-resistant performance may be
damaged due to sudden changes in the temperature.
•
If the device is subjected to an external shock or is damaged, its water resistance may
decrease.
If the device is exposed to water, follow the guidelines below:
•
Wipe the device with a soft and clean cloth, and then dry it thoroughly.
•
If the microphone or speaker is not completely dry, it may result in the sound not being
clear during a call.
•
The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water.
•
Do not connect the charger or any accessories until the device is completely dry. The
device can be damaged if an accessory or charger is connected when the multipurpose
jack is not yet dry.
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Device overheating situations and solutions
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast
charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot,
the charging speed may decrease or the charger may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
•
If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
•
When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supported models.
When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
Refer to the following examples of situations in which the device may overheat.
•
During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
•
When downloading large files
•
When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
–
When playing high-quality games for extended periods
–
When recording videos for extended periods
–
When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
–
When connecting to a TV
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•
While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
–
When using Multi window
–
When updating or installing apps while recording videos
–
When downloading large files during a video call
–
When recording videos while using a navigation app
•
When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
•
When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
•
When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
•
When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
•
When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
•
When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
•
When you are roaming
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Keep the device updated with the latest software.
•
Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
•
Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
•
Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a
while. If the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre or an
authorised service centre.
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Precautions for device overheating
If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to the device overheating, stop using the device.
When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.
•
If the device overheats, the screen brightness, the screen refresh rate, and the
performance speed will be limited to lower the device’s temperature. Even if the battery
charging indicator icon appears, charging may be slow. When charging stops due to a rise
in the device’s temperature, the battery indicator icon will blink.
•
If the device reaches a certain temperature, a warning message will appear to prevent
device failure, skin irritation and damage, and battery leakage. Running apps will be
closed and all calling and other features will be limited, except for emergency calls, until
the device cools down.
•
If the second message appears due to a further increase of the device’s temperature, the
device will turn off. Do not use the device until the device’s temperature drops below the
specified level. If the second warning message appears during an emergency call, the call
will not be disconnected by a forced shut down.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.
•
Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
•
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•
Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
•
Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
•
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.
•
Do not use a cable whose covering is peeled off or damaged, and do not use any charger
or battery that is damaged or malfunctioning.
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Accessibility
About Accessibility
Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have
impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
. To check recommended features and the
accessibility features you are using, tap
Recommended for you
. To disable the features in use,
tap
Turn off
.
TalkBack (Voice feedback)
Activating or deactivating TalkBack
When you activate TalkBack, the device will start voice feedback. When you tap the selected
feature once, the device will read the text on the screen aloud. Tapping the feature twice will
activate the feature.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
TalkBack
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
To deactivate TalkBack, tap the switch and tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly.
To view how to use TalkBack, tap
Settings
→
Tutorial and help
.
Some features are not available while you are using TalkBack.
Controlling the screen with finger gestures
You can use various finger gestures to control the screen while you are using TalkBack.
To view and customise available finger gestures, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
TalkBack
→
Settings
→
Customise gestures
.
Using the reading menu
While you are using TalkBack, swipe to the left or right with three fingers. The reading menu
will appear and the device will read the options aloud. Swipe to the left or right with three
fingers to scroll through the options. When you hear the option you want, swipe upwards or
downwards to use the option or adjust the settings for the option. For example, when you
hear
Speech rate
, you can adjust the speech rate by swiping upwards or downwards.
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Adding and managing image labels
You can assign labels to images on the screen. The device reads aloud the labels when the
images are selected. Add labels to unlabelled images by swiping upwards or downwards,
then to the right. Then, tap
Add label
when the TalkBack menus appear.
To manage the labels, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
TalkBack
→
Settings
→
Advanced settings
→
Custom labels
.
Configuring settings for TalkBack
Configure settings for TalkBack for your convenience.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
TalkBack
→
Settings
.
•
New features in TalkBack
: Check for key updates and changes to TalkBack.
•
Text-to-speech settings
: Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when
TalkBack is activated, such as languages, speed, and more.
•
Verbosity
: Customise the detailed settings for voice feedback.
•
Speak passwords
: Set the device to read the characters aloud when you enter your
password. If you deactivate this feature, the device will only read the password aloud
when you are using earphones.
•
Sound and vibration
: Change sound settings for TalkBack.
•
Customise focus indicator
: Set the device to thicken the border of the focus indicator
that appears when you tap items. You can also change the colour of the indicator.
•
Customise gestures
: View various finger gestures to control the screen while you are
using TalkBack and customise the settings for gestures.
•
Customise menus
: Select which TalkBack menus and reading menus to use.
•
Braille keyboard
: Easily enter letters on the screen using a 6-dot braille keyboard.
•
Tutorial and help
: Learn how to use TalkBack.
•
Advanced settings
: Configure advanced settings for TalkBack.
•
Open TalkBack in the Galaxy Store
: Launch TalkBack from the
Galaxy Store
and check
for updates.
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Entering text using the keyboard
To display the keyboard, tap the text input field, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice
quickly.
When you touch the keyboard with your finger, the device reads aloud the character keys
under your finger. When you hear the character you want, release your finger from the screen
to select it. The character is entered and the device reads the text aloud.
Entering additional characters
Tap and hold a key on the keyboard to enter additional characters available for the key. A
pop-up window appears above the key showing available characters. To select a character,
drag your finger on the pop-up window until you hear the character you want, and release it.
Spoken assistance
Speak keyboard input aloud
Set the device to read aloud what you enter on the keyboard.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Spoken assistance
→
Speak keyboard input
aloud
, tap the switch to activate it, and then select an option.
Using audio description
Set the device to play the audio description when playing a video that provides audio
descriptions.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Spoken assistance
, and then tap the
Audio
description
switch to activate it.
Bixby Vision for accessibility
When you activate the Bixby Vision accessibility features, you can use additional Bixby Vision
features.
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Spoken assistance
→
Bixby Vision for
accessibility
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
2 Tap
Open Bixby Vision
.
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3 Select a feature you want to use.
•
Scene describer
: Analyse the scene you captured and describe it by voice.
•
Object identifier
: Recognise objects and describe them by voice.
•
Text reader
: Recognise text and read them aloud.
•
Colour detector
: Detect the colour of the object and say it aloud.
Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
Adding voice recordings to voice labels
You can use voice labels to distinguish objects of similar shape by attaching labels to them.
You can record and assign a voice recording to an NFC-enabled voice label. The voice
recording is played back when you place your device near the label.
Turn on the NFC feature before using this feature.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Spoken assistance
→
Voice Label
.
The voice recorder will launch.
2 Tap
to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
3 When you are finished recording, tap
Done
to stop.
4 Hold the back of your device over the voice label.
The information in the voice recording will be written to the voice label.
Visibility enhancements
Display mode
Change the display mode.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then select a
mode you want under
Display mode
.
Using the high contrast theme
Apply a clear theme that displays light-coloured content on a dark background.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
High contrast
theme
, and then select a theme you want.
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Using the high contrast font
Adjust the colour and outline of fonts to increase the contrast between the text and the
background.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
High contrast fonts
switch to activate it.
Using the high contrast keyboard
Change the colours of the Samsung keyboard to increase the contrast between the text and
the background.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
High contrast keyboard
switch to activate it.
Displaying button shapes
Display button shapes with frames to make them stand out.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
Highlight buttons
switch to activate it.
Reversing the display colours
Improve screen visibility to help users recognise text on the screen more easily.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
Colour inversion
switch to activate it.
Colour adjustment
Adjust how colours are displayed on the screen if you have difficulty in distinguishing colours.
The device changes the colours into more recognisable colours.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Colour
adjustment
, and then tap the switch to activate it. Select an option.
To adjust the intensity of colour, drag the adjustment bar under
Intensity
.
If you select
Personalised colour
, you can personalise the colour of the screen. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the colour adjustment procedure.
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Colour filter
Adjust the screen colours if you have difficulty in reading the text.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Colour filter
, and
then tap the switch to activate it. Select a colour you want.
To adjust the transparency level, drag the adjustment bar under
Opacity
.
Reducing screen motion effects
Reduce animation effects if you are sensitive to animations or screen movement.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
Remove animations
switch to activate it.
Reducing transparency and blur effects
Reduce the transparency and blur effects to make the content on the screen more visible.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
Reduce transparency and blur
switch to activate it.
Dimming the screen
Dim the screen below the minimum brightness setting for a more comfortable viewing
experience.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
, and then tap the
Extra dim
switch to activate it.
Magnifying the screen
Magnify the screen and zoom in on a specific area.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Magnification
→
Magnification shortcut
, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then tick the actions to use to
start using this feature directly.
•
Tap Accessibility button
: Zoom in by tapping on the navigation bar.
•
Press and hold Volume up and down keys for 3 seconds
: Zoom in by pressing and
holding the Volume Up key and the Volume Down key simultaneously for 3 seconds.
•
Press Side and Volume up keys
: Zoom in by pressing the Side key and the Volume Up
key simultaneously.
•
Triple-tap screen
: Zoom in by tapping the screen three times.
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You can magnify wherever you want on the screen using the magnifier window. To move the
magnifier, drag the edge of the magnifier frame.
To explore the screen, drag two fingers across the magnified screen.
To adjust zoom ratio, pinch two fingers on the magnified screen or spread them apart.
•
Keyboards and the navigation bar on the screen cannot be magnified.
•
When this feature is activated, the performance of some apps may be affected.
Using the magnifier
Use the camera as a magnifying glass to magnify objects.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Magnifier
→
Magnifier shortcut
, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then tick the actions to use to
start using this feature directly. When you perform the action, the camera will work like a
magnifying glass.
Changing the size and colour of the pointer
Enlarge the pointer when using an external mouse or touchpad. You can also change the
colour of the pointer.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Pointer size and
colour
.
Changing font
Change the font size and style.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Font size and
style
.
Changing screen zoom
Make the items on the screen larger or smaller.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Visibility enhancements
→
Screen layout
and zoom
.
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Hearing enhancements
Live Transcribe
Set the device to capture speech using the device’s microphone and convert it to on-screen
text.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Live Transcribe
→
Live Transcribe shortcut
, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tick the actions to use to start
using this feature directly. Then, perform the action to transcribe speech.
Live Caption
Set the device to detect speech and automatically generate captions when you play media
content, such as videos or podcasts.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Live Caption
, and
then tap the
Use Live Caption
switch to activate it.
Caption settings
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Caption
preference
, and then tap the
Show captions
switch to activate it.
Select an option for configuring the caption settings.
Sound notifications
Set the device to detect sounds, such as the beeping of smoke detectors or crying babies. The
device will vibrate when it detects sound and the alert will be saved as a log.
While this feature is enabled, the voice recognition will not operate.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Sound
notifications
→
Open Sound notifications
.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to activate the sound notification feature.
When sound is detected, the log will be displayed on the timeline. To view the log, tap
.
3 If you want to deactivate this feature, tap and tap the
Use Sound Notifications
switch
to deactivate it.
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Hearing aid support
Set the device to enhance the sound quality to work better with hearing aids.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Hearing aid
support
, and then tap the
Hearing aid compatibility
switch to activate it.
Amplify ambient sound
Set the device to amplify the sound around you to help you hear better when using an
earphone.
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Amplify
ambient sound
, and then tap the
Amplify ambient sound shortcut
switch to activate it.
2 Tick the actions to use to start using this feature directly.
3 Connect an earphone to the device and wear it.
4 Perform the action.
Adapt sound
Optimise the sound setting to find the best sound quality and use it for calls or media
playback.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
→
Adapt sound
, and
then optimise the sound setting.
Turning off all sounds
Set the device to mute all device sounds, such as media sounds, and the caller’s voice during
a call.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
, and then tap the
Mute all sounds
switch to activate it.
Mono audio
Mono output combines stereo sound into one signal that is played through all earphone
speakers. Use this if you have a hearing impairment or if a single earbud is more convenient.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
, and then tap the
Mono audio
switch to activate it.
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Adjusting the sound balance
Set the device to adjust the sound balance.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Hearing enhancements
.
2 Drag the adjustment bar under
Left/right sound balance
to the left or right and adjust
the sound balance.
Interaction and dexterity
Universal switch
You can control the touchscreen by connecting an external switch or by using head
movements and face gestures.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Universal
switch
.
2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap
Done
.
3 Tap the switch to activate it.
4 If the universal switches are not registered on the device, tap
Add switch
and set switches
to control the device.
To activate the universal switch feature, at least one switch must be registered on the
device.
To set switches to control the device, tap the switch under
Switches
.
To deactivate this feature, press the Side key and the Volume Up key simultaneously.
Assistant menu
Displaying the assistive shortcut icon
Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon for accessing apps, features, and settings.
You can easily control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Assistant
menu
.
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2 Tap the switch to activate it.
The assistive shortcut icon appears at the bottom right of the screen.
To adjust the assistant shortcut icon’s transparency level, drag the adjustment bar under
Transparency
.
Accessing assistive menus
The assistive shortcut icon appears as a floating icon for easy access to the assistive menus
from any screen.
When you tap the assistive shortcut icon, the icon expands slightly and the assistive menus
appear on the icon. Tap the left or right arrow, or swipe to the left or right, to select other
menus.
Using the cursor
On the assistive menu, tap
Cursor
. You can control the screen using small finger movements
on the touch area. Drag your finger on the touch area to move the cursor. Also, tap the screen
to select items under the cursor.
Use the following options:
•
/ : Scroll left or right on the screen.
•
/ : Scroll up or down the screen.
•
: Magnify the area where the cursor is located.
•
: Change the touchpad and cursor settings.
•
: Move the touch area to another location.
•
: Close the touch area.
Using enhanced assistive menus
Set the device to display enhanced assistive menus for selected apps.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Assistant menu
→
Select apps to show contextual menus with
, and then tap the switches next to the apps
you want to activate.
Voice Access
Use this feature to control your device by voice.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Voice Access
,
and then tap the switch to activate it.
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Answering or ending calls
Change the method for answering or ending calls.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Answering and
ending calls
, and then tap the switch of the method you want.
Interaction control
Activate interaction control mode to restrict the device’s reaction to inputs while using apps.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Interaction control
.
2 Tap the
Interaction control shortcut
switch to activate it.
3 Press the Side key and the Volume Up key simultaneously while using an app.
4 Adjust the size of the frame or draw a line around an area that you want to restrict.
5 Tap
Done
.
The device displays the restricted area. The restricted area will not react when you touch it
and the device’s keys will be disabled. However, you can enable functions for the Side key,
Volume key, and keyboard in interaction control mode.
To deactivate interaction control mode, press the Side key and the Volume Up key
simultaneously.
To set the device to lock the screen after deactivating interaction control mode, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Interaction control
, and
then tap the
Lock screen when deactivated
switch to activate it.
Touch and hold delay
Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Touch and hold
delay
, and then select an option.
Tap duration
Set the duration you must touch the screen for the device to recognise it as a tap.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Tap duration
,
tap the switch to activate it, and then set the time.
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Ignore repeated touches
Set the device to recognise only the first tap within a set time when you tap the screen
repeatedly.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Ignore repeated
touches
, tap the switch to activate it, and then set the time.
Auto action after pointer stops
Set the device to select an item automatically when you place the mouse pointer over the
item. You can also assign actions to use when you move the pointer to a corner of the screen.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Auto action
after pointer stops
, and then tap the
Auto click
switch to activate it. To assign corner actions,
select an option under
Corner actions
and select an action.
Sticky keys
Set an external keyboard’s modifier key, such as the Shift, Ctrl, or Alt keys, to stay pressed. This
helps you use keyboard shortcuts without pressing two keys at the same time.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
, and then tap the
Sticky keys
switch to activate it.
Slow keys
Set the recognition time for pressing a key on the external keyboard.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Slow keys
, tap
the switch to activate it, and then set the time.
Bounce keys
Set the device to recognise only the first time you press a key within a set time when you
press the same key repeatedly.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Interaction and dexterity
→
Bounce keys
, tap
the switch to activate it, and then set the time.
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Advanced settings
Launching accessibility features quickly
Set to open the accessibility features quickly.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Advanced settings
. Tap
Accessibility
button
→
Select actions
, or select
Side and Volume up keys
or
Volume up and down keys
,
and then tick the accessibility features you want to use.
Setting light notification
Set the device to blink the flash or the screen when an alarm sounds or when you have
notifications, such as incoming calls or new messages.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Advanced settings
→
Flash notification
, and
then tap the switches next to the options you want to activate.
Time to take action
Set the amount of time to display pop-up windows that ask you to take action, such as
notifications or volume controller.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Advanced settings
→
Time to take action
,
and then select an option.
Installed apps
View accessibility services installed on the device.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accessibility
→
Installed apps
.
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Troubleshooting
Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre, please attempt
the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.
You can also use Samsung Members to solve any problems you might encounter while using
your device.
When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it
prompts you to enter one of the following codes:
•
Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set
for the device.
•
PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you
must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by
using the Lock SIM card menu.
•
PUK: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly
several times. You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider.
•
PIN2: When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with
the SIM or USIM card. For more information, contact your service provider.
Your device displays network or service error messages
•
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move
to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly.
•
You cannot access some options without a subscription. For more information, contact
your service provider.
Your device does not turn on
When the battery is completely discharged, your device will not turn on. Fully charge the
battery before turning on the device.
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The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly
•
If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the
touchscreen may not function properly.
•
If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen,
or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touchscreen may
malfunction.
•
The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
•
Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
•
Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version.
•
If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre or an
authorised service centre.
Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error
Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service
Centre or an authorised service centre.
Restarting the device
If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it
on again.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down
key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Resetting the device
If the methods above do not solve your problem, perform a factory data reset.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
General management
→
Reset
→
Factory data reset
→
Reset
→
Delete all
. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup
copies of all important data stored in the device.
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Calls are not connected
•
Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
•
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling.
•
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number.
Others cannot hear you speaking on a call
•
Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
•
Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.
•
If using an earphone, ensure that it is properly connected.
Sound echoes during a call
Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume key or move to another area.
A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio
quality is poor
•
Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.
•
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. You
may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station.
Move to another area and try again.
•
When using the device while moving, wireless network services may be disabled due to
issues with the service provider’s network.
The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved
chargers)
•
Ensure that the charger is connected properly.
•
Visit a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre and have the battery
replaced.
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The battery depletes faster than when first purchased
•
When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the
useful charge may be reduced.
•
Battery consumption will increase when you use certain features or apps, such as GPS,
games, or the Internet.
•
The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time.
Error messages appear when launching the camera
Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera
app. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following:
•
Charge the battery.
•
Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
•
Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these
tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre.
Picture quality is poorer than the preview
•
The quality of your pictures may vary, depending on the surroundings and the
photography techniques you use.
•
If you take pictures in dark areas, at night, or indoors, image noise may occur or images
may be out of focus.
Error messages appear when opening multimedia files
If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your
device, try the following:
•
Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
•
Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is
DRM-protected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file.
•
Ensure that the file formats are supported by the device. If a file format is not supported,
such as DivX or AC3, install an app that supports it. To confirm the file formats that your
device supports, visit the Samsung website.
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•
Your device supports pictures and videos captured with the device. Pictures and videos
captured by other devices may not work properly.
•
Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service
provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet,
such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly.
Bluetooth is not working well
If another Bluetooth device is not located or there are connection problems or performance
malfunctions, try the following:
•
Ensure that the device you wish to connect with is ready to be scanned or connected to.
•
Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum
Bluetooth range (10 m).
•
On your device, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
, and then tap the
Bluetooth
switch to re-activate it.
•
On your device, launch the
Settings
app, tap
General management
→
Reset
→
Reset
network settings
→
Reset settings
→
Reset
to reset network settings. You may lose
registered information when performing the reset.
If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre or an
authorised service centre.
The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the
notification panel
Open the notification panel by dragging the status bar downwards, and then drag the
notification panel downwards. Tap
→
Quick panel layout
→
Brightness control
→
Show
always
.
A connection is not established when you connect the device to a
computer
•
Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device.
•
Ensure that you have the proper driver installed and updated on your computer.
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Your device cannot find your current location
GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use Wi-Fi
or a mobile network to find your current location in these situations.
Data stored in the device has been lost
Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot
restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in
the device.
A small gap appears around the outside of the device case
•
This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of
parts may occur.
•
Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.
There is not enough space in the device’s storage
Delete unnecessary data, such as cache, using the device care feature or manually delete
unused apps or files to free up storage space.
The Home button does not appear
The navigation bar containing the Home button may disappear while using certain apps or
features. To view the navigation bar, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen.
Removing the battery
•
To remove the battery, contact an authorised service centre. To obtain battery
removal instructions, please visit www.samsung.com/global/ecodesign_energy.
•
For your safety, you must not attempt to remove the battery. If the battery is not
properly removed, it may lead to damage to the battery and device, cause personal
injury, and/or result in the device being unsafe.
•
Samsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort,
including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and
instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.
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•
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•
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