SMART PHONE
User Manual
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USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE
MAY CAUSE YOUR DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS
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IF YOUR CARRIER PROHIBITS THIS, IF YOU
ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE
DEVICE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL BE
NOTIFIED ON THE SCREEN THAT UNAUTHORIZED
SOFTWARE HAS BEEN DETECTED. YOU SHOULD
THEN POWER DOWN THE DEVICE AND CONTACT
YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE THE DEVICE TO THE
CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.
Diagnostic Software
This device is equipped with diagnostic software
reporting usage and performance information used
solely to deliver improved network quality and
overall device experience to AT&T customers. Please
refer to your AT&T Wireless Customer Agreement
and/or the AT&T Privacy Policy (att.com/privacy) for
more information.
Notice from AT&T
This device is intended for use exclusively on
AT&T’s system. You agree that you won’t make any
modifications to the Equipment or programming
to enable the Equipment to operate on any other
system. A voice plan is required on all voice-capable
devices, unless specifically noted otherwise in the
terms governing your agreement. Some devices or
plans may require you to subscribe to a data plan.
Your phone is designed to make it easy for you
to access a wide variety of content. For your
protection, AT&T wants you to be aware that some
applications that you enable may involve the location
of your phone being shared. For applications
available through AT&T, AT&T offers privacy controls
that let you decide how an application may use the
location of your phone and other phones on your
account. However, AT&T’s privacy tools do not apply
to applications available outside of AT&T. Please
review the terms and conditions and the associated
privacy policy for each location-based service to
learn how location information will be used and
protected.
Your phone may be used to access the Internet and
to download, and/or purchase goods, applications,
and services from AT&T or elsewhere from third
parties. AT&T provides tools for you to control
access to the Internet and certain Internet content.
These controls may not be available for certain
devices which bypass AT&T controls.
AT&T may collect certain types of information from
your device when you use AT&T services to provide
customer support and to improve its services.
For more information on AT&T’s Privacy Policy, visit
att.com/privacy.
Samsung Knox
Samsung Knox
™
is Samsung’s security platform and
is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security
with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee
may be required. For more information about Knox,
please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox. [030115]
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operating system and default applications occupy
part of the memory. The available capacity may
change when you upgrade the device.
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Read this information before using your mobile
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Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is
covered under the applicable Samsung Limited
Warranty. Full written terms and detailed information
about the warranty and obtaining service are
available on the device at: Settings > About device
> Legal Information > Samsung legal
or at samsung.com.
The online version of the Health/Safety and
Warranty guide for your device can be found at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
Location of Legal Information on the device:
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Health and Safety Information
Settings > About device > Legal information >
Samsung legal > Health and Safety
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Warranty
Settings > About device > Legal information >
Samsung legal > Warranty
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EULA
Settings > About device > Legal information >
Samsung legal > End User License Agreement
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Table of Contents
Getting Started 1
Front View 2
Back View 3
Assemble Your Device 4
Set Up Your Device 7
Set Up Accounts on Your Device 9
Know Your Device 10
Home Screen 11
Status Bar 14
Navigation 15
Notification Panel 16
Multi Window 18
Enter Text 20
Calling .22
Phone Screen 23
Make and Answer Calls 25
Speed Dial 28
Emergency Calls 29
Set Up and Access Voicemail 30
Applications 31
Apps List 32
Google Apps 34
AT&T Applications 36
Other Apps 38
Calculator 39
Calendar 40
Camera and Video 42
Clock 45
Contacts 47
Email 51
Gallery 53
Internet 55
Memo 57
Messages 58
Music Player 60
My Files 62
S Voice 64
Samsung Apps / Galaxy Apps 65
Video Player 66
Voice Recorder 68
Settings 69
How to Use Settings 70
Wi-Fi 71
Bluetooth 73
Tethering and Mobile Hotspot 75
Airplane Mode 78
Data Usage 79
Location 80
More Networks 81
NFC 82
Nearby Devices 83
Printing 84
Screen Mirroring 85
Sounds and Notifications 86
Display 89
Wallpaper 92
Home Screen 93
Lock Screen 94
Multi Window 95
Notification Panel Settings 96
Toolbox 97
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One-handed Operation 98
Easy Mode 99
Accessibility 100
Private Mode 102
Motions and Gestures 103
Accounts 104
Backup and Reset 105
Language and Input Settings 106
Date and Time 109
Safety Assistance 110
Battery 112
Power Saving 113
Storage 114
Security 116
Help 119
About Device 120
Application Manager 121
Default Applications 123
Application Settings 124
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Learn about your mobile
device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to
get started using your new
device.
Front View
Earpiece
Status light
Volume key
Recent apps
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Back: Return to the previous screen or close a
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
•
Earpiece: Listen to a call.
•
Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
•
Home key: Return to the Home screen. Activate
the Fingerprint security feature.
•
Power key: Lock or wake up the screen. Press
and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for
quick access to Airplane Mode and Emergency
Mode.
Home key
Proximity sensor
Front camera
Power key
Back
•
Proximity sensor: Detect the presence of objects
near the device.
•
Recent apps: Display recent apps or touch and
hold for Home screen options.
•
Status light: Display a red light when charging or
the battery is low, a blue light when a notification
has arrived or you are voice recording, and a
green light when fully charged.
•
Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s
sounds and audio.
Getting Started
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Front View
Back View
Microphone
Headset jack
Rear camera
Flash
Speaker
USB charger/
Accessoryport
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Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light
environments when taking a photo or recording
video.
•
Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
•
Microphone: Record audio and detects voice
commands.
Microphone
•
Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
•
Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
•
USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included) and other optional
accessories (not included).
Getting Started
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Back View
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to
assemble your device.
Remove the Back Cover
1. Remove the back cover using the slot on the top
left of your phone.
2. Lift the cover up and away from the phone.
Caution: Do not remove the rubber seal from the
inside of the back cover. Doing so can cause water
damage to the device if it gets wet.
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover
excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription
details, such as your PIN, available optional
services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM
card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of
reach of small children.
► Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card
slot.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into
the phone and that the upper-left angled corner
of the card is positioned as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the
device cannot detect the SIM card. Re-orient the
card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is
notdetected.
Getting Started
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Assemble Your Device
Replace the Back Cover
1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone
and press down.
Install the Battery
Install a Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available
memory space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it
is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card,
see Install a Memory Card.
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the phone, making sure the connectors align.
2. Gently press down to secure the battery.
2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you
have a secure seal.
Getting Started
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Assemble Your Device
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head
and USB cable) is included with the device for
charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully
discharged battery requires up to four hours of
charge time. You can use the device while charging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging
devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are
designed to maximize battery life. Using other
accessories may invalidate your warranty and may
cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head,
and then plug the charging head into a standard
outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging
head from the outlet and remove the USB cable
from the device.
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you
remove the battery can cause damage to the device.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone
at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its
remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level, view the
battery charge indicator located in the upper-right
corner of your device’s display. A solid color (
indic
ates a full charge.
)
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better
idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For
more information, see Battery.
Getting Started
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Assemble Your Device
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
► Press and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power key until the Device
options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off.
3. In the window that displays, tap Turn off.
Configure Your Device
When you first turn on your device, you need to set
up a few things.
1. As each screen is displayed, follow the
instructions on each screen to set up that
particular feature.
2. Tap NEXT, SKIP, or LATER to progress to the
next screen.
AT&T Ready2Go
During initial set up, the AT&T Ready2Go screen
displays. It will guide you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to transfer content from an old
device, store your contacts in the AT&T Cloud, set
up accounts, and more.
If you tap not now > Exit, you can set up your
device later.
To access Ready2Go at any time:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
AT&TReady2Go.
Note: TalkBack provides voice prompts and
descriptions of on-screen items to improve
accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable
TalkBack by pressing the Home key quickly three
times (triple-press).
Getting Started
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Set Up Your Device
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure
your device.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
► To lock the device, press the Power key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
► To unlock your device, press the Power key or
Home key, and then drag your finger across the
screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe which offers no
security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
Set a Screen Lock.
Getting Started
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Set Up Your Device
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google Account to
fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail,
GoogleHangouts, and the Google Play store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Google Account, or create a new
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
Google Account on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. Formore information,
seeAccounts.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Accounts > Add account > Google.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the first time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung
account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. Formore information,
seeAccounts.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Accounts > Add account > Samsungaccount.
Getting Started
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Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Know Your Device
Warning: Please note that a touch screen
responds best to a light touch from the pad
of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using
excessive force or a metallic object when
pressing on the touch screen may damage the
tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Learn some of the key
features of your mobile
device, including the
screens and icons, as well
as how to navigate the
device and enter text using
the keyboard.
Home Screen
Notification icons
Status icons
Status bar
Widget
Apps folder
Home screen indicator
App shortcut
Apps list
•
App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite
applications.
•
Apps folder: For your convenience, there are
several applications that are grouped into a folder
on the main Home screen.
•
Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your
applications.
•
Home screen indicator: Indicates which
Homescreen is presently displayed. Swipe across
the screen to the right to open My Magazine.
•
Notification icons: Display new messages and
emails, notifications, available software updates,
and so on.
•
Status bar: Displays device status icons (right)
and notification icons (left).
•
Status icons: Display information about the
device, such as the network signal strength,
battery level, the time, and so on.
•
Widget: Self-contained application (not a shortcut)
that runs on a Home screen.
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Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting
point for using your device.
Customize your Home screen by adding application
shortcuts, widgets, folders, andusing wallpapers.
To access Home Screen Manager:
► From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
Manage Home Screens
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to
hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home
screens in a different order.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
•
Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the
screens, and then tap Add.
•
Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen,
and then drag it to Delete.
•
Set a screen as the main Home screen:
Tap Main Home screen at the top of a
screen. This screen displays when you press
the Home key.
•
Change the order of screens: Touch and
hold a screen, and then drag to a new
position.
Home Screen Settings
Configure your Home screen transition effect and
My magazine.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Home screen settings for options:
•
Transition effect: Choose a transition effect
when moving between Home screens.
•
My Magazine: View all My Magazine updates
in one place on the Home screen.
Wallpapers
Change the look of the Home and Lock screens
with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or
choose from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers.
For more information, see Wallpaper in Settings.
To access Wallpaper settings:
► From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Settings
> Wallpaper.
Widgets
Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a
Homescreen. There are all kinds of widgets,
including links to a specific contact, Internet
bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and
manyothers.
Add a Widget to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Widgets.
3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a
Homescreen, and then release it.
Remove a Widget
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
releaseit.
2. Drag the widget to Delete and releaseit.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget,
it just removes the widget from the Home screen.
Know Your Device
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Home Screen
App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from
any Home screen.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a
Home screen, and then release it.
Remove a Shortcut
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.
2. Drag the app shortcut to Delete and
releaseit.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it
just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
Folders
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.
Create a Folder
You can create app folders on a Home screen.
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut.
2. Drag the app shortcut onto Create folder
and release it.
•
Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the
folder.
•
Tap Add to add additional apps to the
folder.
•
Tap More options to change the folder
color.
3. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
•
To add more apps, touch and hold an app
shortcut, and then drag it to the folder.
Remove a Folder from a Home Screen
1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.
2. Drag the folder to Delete and release it.
Know Your Device
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Home Screen
Status Bar
The Status bar at the top of the
Home screen provides device
information (such as network
status, battery charge, and time)
on the right side and notification
alerts on the left.
Status Icons
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is low.
Battery is charging.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Mute mode is enabled.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE
wireless network.
Signal strength.
Wi-Fi is active.
NFC (Near-Field Communication) is
enabled.
Notification Icons
Missed call.
Call in progress.
Call is on hold.
Call is using speakerphone.
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New voicemail message has been
received.
New text or multimedia message has
arrived.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
File is being uploaded or sent.
Location service (GPS) is active.
App updates are available from the
Google Play store.
App installation or updates are complete.
Know Your Device
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Status Bar
Navigation
Learn the basics for how to
navigate through your device,
and basics for how to customize
screens by editing, sharing, and
deleting items.
Touchscreen Navigation
Use the following motions and gestures on your
touchscreen to navigate the device.
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
•
Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters
ortext.
•
Tap an item to select it.
•
Tap an app icon to launch the application.
Touch and Hold
Touch and hold onscreen items to activate them.
•
Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to
move it.
•
Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu
of options.
Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally
across the screen.
•
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
•
Swipe the screen to scroll through the
Homescreens or menu options.
Drag
Touch and hold an item, and then drag to move it to
a new location.
•
Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
•
Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a
Homescreen.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or
spread by moving your fingers apart.
•
Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a
picture or a webpage.
•
Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in
while viewing a picture or a web page.
Motions and Gestures
Control your device by making specific gestures
with your hand above the device’s screen. For more
information, see Motions and Gestures in Settings.
To access the Motions and Gestures settings:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Motions and Gestures.
Know Your Device
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Navigation
Notification Panel
Notification icons on the Statusbar display calendar events, device
status, and more. For details, open the Notificationpanel.
Quick settings
Screen brightness
Notification card
•
Clear notifications: Tap to clear all notifications.
•
Edit Notification panel: Tap to change settings
for the Notification panel, including which
Quicksettings buttons are visible.
•
Notification card: Tap to see details about a
notification. Swipe a notification card to the right
to dismiss it.
Settings
Edit Notification panel
Clear notifications
•
Quick settings: Tap to quickly enable or disable a
feature. Swipe to the left to see more settings.
•
Screen brightness: Drag the slider to adjust
screen brightness. Tap Auto to have the phone set
the screen brightness using its light sensor.
•
Settings: Tap to open the Settings screen.
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Notification Panel
View the Notification Panel
1. Swipe down on the Status bar to display the
Notification panel.
2. Swipe the list of notifications to see details.
•
Tap an item to open it.
•
To clear a single notification, drag the
notification left or right. Tap CLEAR to clear all
notifications.
3. To close the Notification panel, swipe upward
from the bottom of the screen or tap Back.
Quick Settings
In addition to notifications, the Notification panel
provides quick access to device functions such as
Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
To view additional Quick settings:
► On the Notification panel, swipe left or right
across the visible icons.
To customize the Quick settings that display:
1. On the Notification panel, tap View all.
2. Tap Edit to display the Notification panel
settings.
Notification Panel Settings
To customize the Notification panel:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings> Notification panel.
For more information, see
Notification Panel Settings.
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Notification Panel
Multi Window
Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.
Window tray
Window controls
Tray controls
Activate Multi Window
Apps that support Multi window display together on
a split screen. You can switch between the apps,
adjust the size of their display on the screen, and
copy information from one app to the other.
1. From any screen, touch and hold Back.
2. If you are currently using an app that supports
Multi window, tap another app to add it in split
screen view.
Note: Multi window is not available for all apps.
- or -
Tap two apps that support Multi window to open
them in split screen view.
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Multi Window
You can also launch recently used apps directly into
Multiwindow view:
1. Tap Recent.
2. Recently used apps that support Multiwindow
have a Multiwindow icon in their title bar. Tap
the Multiwindow icon in the title bar to launch
the application in split screen view.
3. Other recently used apps that support
Multiwindow display below the launched
app. Tap the app icon to add it to the split
screenview.
Note: Only applications that support Multi window
have the Multi window icon.
Window Controls
Select an application window and tap Controls
in the middle of the window border.
Controls
Switch windows: Switch locations between
Multi window applications.
Drag and drop content: Move items
between the application windows. Drag an
item to share from one window to another.
Not all applications support this feature.
Maximize window: Open the selected app
window in full screen view.
Close app: Close the selected application.
Choose Apps to Display in the
Multi Window Tray
You can choose the apps you want to display in the
Multi window tray.
1. Touch and hold Back to display the
Multiwindow tray.
2. Tap Tray controls > Edit for options:
•
To remove an app from the tray, tap and drag it
off of the tray and place it in the storage area.
•
To add an app to the tray, tap and drag it from
the storage area to the tray.
•
To relocate an app, tap and drag it to a new
location.
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Multi Window
Enter Text
Text can be entered using
an onscreen keyboard or by
speaking.
Use the SamsungKeyboard
Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive text
Options
Special Keys
Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
Touch and hold Options to:
Use Google Voice Typing.
Use your handwriting to enter text.
Access the clipboard.
Access keyboard settings.
Insert an emoji.
Change the layout of the keyboard.
Note: The available Options key options depend on
the application in use. Not all options are available for
all apps.
Predictive Text
Predictive text suggests words matching your text
entries, and, optionally, completes common words
automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal
writing style from your contacts, messages, email,
and social networking sites — improving its accuracy
of predicting your text entries.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung Keyboard:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Language and input.
2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options.
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Enter Text
Use Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
Settings Delete
1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google voice
typing.
•
You may need to touch and hold Options
(leftof the Space key) to find it.
2. Speak your text.
Note: Tap
Settings > Settings > Languages to
download additional languages for use with Google
voice typing.
Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google Voice Typing:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Language and input.
2. Tap Google voice typing for options.
Use Swype
Swype is a text input method that makes it possible
to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus (not
included) from letter to letter, lifting your finger or
stylus between words.
For example, to enter the word “this”, slide your
fingers between the letters “t-h-i-s”.
Enable Swype
To enable the Swype keyboard while entering text:
1. Touch the top of the screen and swipe downward
to display the Notification panel.
2. Tap Select keyboard.
3. Tap Swype.
Configure Swype
To customize Swype:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Language and input.
2. Tap Swype for options.
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Enter Text
Calling
Make telephone calls using
a variety of calling features
and services.
Phone Screen
Use the Phone screen to access the dialer keypad, recent calls,
favorites, and contacts.
Tabs
Keypad
Voicemail
Call
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Call: Tap to make your call.
•
Delete: After entering a number using the keypad,
if you make a mistake, tap Delete to erase
a single character or touch and hold Delete
to erase the entire string of numbers.
•
Keypad: Tap the number that you want to call.
•
More options: Access Speed dial and Call
settings.
More options
Delete
•
Tabs: Tap Keypad to display the keypad. Tap
Logs to display a list of all dialed, received, and
missed calls. Tap Favorites to display contacts
marked as Favorites. Tap Contacts to display your
contacts and then you can select a contact to call.
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Voicemail: Tap to set up and check your
voicemail. For more information, see
Set Up and Access Voicemail.
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Phone Screen
Access Phone
There are a couple of ways to access Phone.
► From a Home screen, tap Phone.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Phone.
Displaying Your Phone Number
Your phone number can be found in Settings.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > About device > Status.
Your phone number displays in the My phone
number field.
Call Settings
There are also a couple of ways to access the
Callsettings menu.
► From a Home screen, tap Phone >
Moreoptions > Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
Apps >
Settings > Call.
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Phone Screen
Make and Answer Calls
Learn how to make or answer
a call. Explore features and
functionality associated with
making or answering a call.
Make a Call
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap
Dial.
Quickly Dial a Number from
YourContactsList
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
Phone > Contacts.
2. While viewing your contacts list, swipe your
finger across a contact to the right to call the
contact.
Dial a Recent Number
All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are
recorded in the Call log. If the number or caller is
listed in your contacts list, the associated name is
also displayed.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Phone.
2. Tap
Logs. A list of recent calls is displayed.
3. Tap a contact, and then tap Call.
Answer a Call
When a call is received, the phone rings and
displays the caller’s phone number or name, if
stored in the contacts list.
► At the incoming call screen:
•
Touch and drag Answer to the right to
answer the call.
•
Touch and drag Reject to the left to reject
the call and send it to your voicemail.
•
Touch and drag Reject call with message
upward, and select a message.
If you are using an app, a pop-up screen displays
for the incoming call.
► On the incoming call pop-up screen:
•
Tap ACCEPT to answer the call.
•
Tap Speaker to answer the call using the
speaker.
•
Tap REJECT to reject the call and send it
to your voicemail.
•
Tap Expand to exit the app and view the
main incoming call screen.
End a Call
► When you are ready to end your call, tap
Endcall.
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Make and Answer Calls
Multitask While on a Call
If you exit the call screen and return to a Home
screen, your active call is indicated by Call on
the Status bar.
This lets you continue with your current call and do
something else, such as access the contacts list,
view a recent email, or locate a picture.
To return to the call screen:
► Swipe the Status bar downward to reveal
the Notification panel, and then tap the
Callnotification.
To end a call from any application:
► Swipe the Status bar downward to reveal the
Notification panel, and then tap End call.
Options During a Call
Your phone provides a number of functions that you
can use during a call.
Adjust the Call Volume
► Press the Volume key to increase or decrease
the volume.
– or –
Quickly add more volume to the incoming audio
by tapping
Moreoptions > Extra volume.
Listen with the Speaker or
Bluetooth Headset
Listen to the call using the speaker or through a
Bluetoothheadset (not included).
► Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the
speaker.
– or –
Tap
Bluetooth to use a Bluetooth headset
(notincluded).
Place a New Call While on a Call
If your service plan supports this feature, you can
make another call while a call is in progress.
1. From the active call, tap
Add call to dial the
second call.
2. Dial the new number and tap Dial. When
the call is answered:
•
Tap Merge to hear both callers at once
(multiconferencing).
•
Tap Swap to switch between the two
calls.
Call Waiting
If your service plan supports this feature, you can
answer an incoming call while you have a call in
progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a
call waiting tone.
To answer a new call while you have a call in
progress:
1. Slide
Answer in any direction to answer the
new call.
2. Tap an option:
•
Put [caller] on hold to place the previous
caller on hold while you answer the new
incoming call.
•
End call with [caller] to end the previous call
and answer the new call.
•
Tap Swap to switch between the two calls.
This places the new caller on hold and
activates the previous call.
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Make and Answer Calls
Call Log
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received,
or missed are stored in the Call log.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap Logs. A list of recent calls is displayed.
If the caller is in your contacts list, the caller’s
name is displayed.
Save a Recent Call to Your Contacts List
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap the call that contains the information that you
want to save to your contacts list.
3. Tap CREATE CONTACT.
– or –
If you want to replace the number for an existing
contact, tap UPDATE EXISTING.
Delete a Call from the Call Log
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from
the Call log.
3. Tap
Delete.
Add a Call to the Reject List
By adding a caller to your Reject list, future calls
from this number are sent directly to your voicemail.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Reject list.
3. Tap
Moreoptions > Add to Auto reject list.
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Make and Answer Calls
Tap Moreoptions > Speed dial.
Speed Dial
You can assign a shortcut
number to a contact for speed
dialing their default number.
Create a Speed Dial
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Speed dial. The Speed
dial screen displays showing the numbers 1
through 100. Number 1 is reserved for voicemail.
3. Tap an unused number (Add contact).
4. Tap a contact to assign to the number.
Theselected contact displays in the speed dial
number box.
Make a Call Using Speed Dial
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Touch and hold the speed dial number.
•
If the speed dial number is more than one digit
long, enter the first digits, and then hold the
last digit.
Remove a Speed Dial Number
Assignment
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2.
3. F
ind the contact to remove from Speed dial.
4. Tap
Remove.
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Speed Dial
Emergency Calls
The Emergency calling mode
makes redialing an emergency
number a one-tap process.
Note: This mode can drain your battery power more
rapidly than normal calling mode.
Make an Emergency Call with an
Active SIMCard
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter 911 and tap Dial.
Make an Emergency Call without
an Active SIMCard
Without an active SIM card, you can only make an
emergency call with the phone; normal cell phone
service is not available.
1. From a secured Lock screen, slide
Emergency call upward.
2. Tap EMERGENCY CALL to display the
Emergency dialer.
3. Enter 911 and tap Dial.
4. Complete your call.
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Emergency Calls
Set Up and Access Voicemail
Set up and configure your
voicemail.
Set Up Your Voicemail
1. From the Home screen, tap Phone >
Voicemail.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a
greeting, and record your name.
Note: These steps may be different depending on
your network.
Access Your Voicemail
1. From the Home screen, tap Phone >
Voicemail.
•
You may be prompted to enter a password.
2. When connected, follow the voice prompts from
the voicemail center.
Access Your Voicemail from
Another Phone
1. Dial your wireless phone number.
2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, press
the asterisk or star (*) key on the phone you are
using.
3. Enter your password and you are connected to
your voicemail.
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Set Up and Access Voicemail
Applications
The Apps list displays
all applications installed
on your device, both
preloaded apps and apps
you download and install
yourself.
Learn how to change the
way apps display, organize
apps into folders, and
uninstall or disable apps.
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Apps List
Applications
Galaxy Apps: View and download
Samsung apps that are optimized
for use with Galaxy devices. Visit
Apps List
The Apps list shows all
preloaded apps and apps that
you downloaded. You can
uninstall, disable, or hide apps
from view.
Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of
the Home screens. For more information, see
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen.
Access Applications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it.
3. To return to the main Home screen, press the
Home key.
Download and Install NewApps
Find new apps to download and install on your
device.
Play Store: Download new apps
from the Google Play store. Visit
•
play.google.com/store/apps to learn more.
•
samsung.com/levant/apps/mobile/galaxyapps
tolearn more.
Note: When you access Samsung apps, Galaxy Apps
is downloaded to your device and displays on the
Apps screen.
View Your Downloaded Apps
You can view all of the apps you have downloaded
and installed on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Downloaded apps.
Uninstall or Disable Apps
You can uninstall or disable apps you download and
install.
•
Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
•
Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden
from view.
To uninstall or disable an app:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Uninstall/disable apps.
Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled show
Uninstall/Disable on their icon.
3. Tap Uninstall/Disable and follow the prompts
to either uninstall or disable the app.
To enable apps after disabling them:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Application manager.
2. Swipe to the TURNED OFF screen and tap the
app you want to enable.
3. Tap ENABLE. The app displays again in the
Appslist.
For more information, see Disabled Apps.
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Apps List
Applications
Organize Your Apps
The Apps icons can be organized into folders and
rearranged in a custom order.
Change the Order Apps Are Listed
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Edit.
3. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder and
drag it to a new location.
4. Tap
Back when finished.
Use Folders to Organize Apps
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Create folder.
•
Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the
folder.
•
Tap Add to add additional apps to the
folder.
•
Tap More options to change the folder
color.
3. Tap DONE when you are finished.
•
To add more apps, tap Moreoptions > Edit,
touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag
it to the folder.
Remove Folders
Remove folders from an Apps screen without
deleting the apps inside.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Remove folder.
3. Tap the folder.
4. Tap DONE.
Apps inside the folder are listed on the Apps list.
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Google Apps
Applications
Google Apps
Enjoy these apps from Google.
Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit
google.com to learn more.
Chrome
Use Google Chrome to browse the
Internet and bring your open tabs,
bookmarks and address bar data from
your computer to your mobile device.
Visit google.com/chrome/browser/mobile
to learn more.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your
Google Docs and files.
Visit drive.google.com to learn more.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail,
Google’s web-based email service.
Visit gmail.com to learn more.
Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the
apps and contents of your device.
Google Now
Google Now works in the background to
collect information you regularly look up
and organize it into convenient cards that
display when you need them.
Visit google.com/landing/now to learn
more.
Press and hold the Home key.
Note: When Google Now is enabled, you
can also access it by tapping
Google.
Google Settings
Quickly and easily change Google app
settings to suit your preferences.
Note: You must be signed in to the
application you want to configure. For
example, sign in to Google+ to configure
Google+ settings.
Google+
Stay connected and share with Google+.
Chat with friends and family, post photos,
and see what others are sharing.
Visit google.com/mobile/+ to learn more.
Hangouts
Hangouts is an online place to meet
friends and family, share photos, and host
video calls.
Visit google.com/hangouts to learn more.
Maps
Use Google Maps to find your current
location, get directions, and other
location-based information.
Note: You must enable location services
to use Maps. For more information,
seeLocation.
Visit google.com/maps to learn more.
Photos
This application automatically backs up
your photos and videos to your Google+
account.
Visit google.com/+/learnmore/photos to
learn more.
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Applications
Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find
millions of free e-books and hundreds of
thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn
more.
Play Games
Discover hundreds of games for download
and purchase from the GooglePlay store.
Visit play.google.com to learn more.
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased
from Google Play. You can stream them
instantly, or download them for viewing
when you are not connected to the
Internet. You can also view videos saved
on your device.
Visit play.google.com/store/movies to
learn more.
Play Music
With Google Play Music, you can play
music and audio files on your device.
Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn
more.
Play Newsstand
Subscribe to your favorite magazines to
read on your device at your leisure.
Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand to
learn more.
PlayStore
Find new apps, movies and TV shows,
music, books, magazines, and games in
Google Play store.
Visit play.google.com to learn more.
Voice Search
Use voice commands to search the web
with Google.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos right
from your device.
Visit youtube.com to learn more.
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AT&T Applications
Applications
AT&T Applications
Enjoy these applications from
AT&T.
Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid
subscription. Visit att.com to learn more, or contact
your service provider for additional information.
AT&T FamilyMap
AT&T FamilyMap provides peace of mind
by being able to conveniently locate a
family member from your wireless device
or PC and know that your family’s location
information is secure and private.
FamilyMap requires a paid subscription.
Visit att.com/familymap for more
information or contact your AT&T
Customer Service Representative.
AT&T Live
Access AT&T Live/Yahoo! on the Internet.
AT&T Locker
AT&T Locker allows you to store, share,
and sync all of your photos, videos, and
documents in one safe, convenient place:
the AT&T cloud.
AT&T Mail
Instantly get your mail anytime, anywhere.
Read, respond to, and organize your
messages quickly, whether you are at
home or on the go.
AT&T Mobile Locate
With the AT&T Mobile Locate app you can
access the Mobile Protection Pack and
with a paid subscription, replace your
phone if it is lost or damaged, locate your
phone if it is lost, and receive backup and
phone support.
In order to take advantage of the AT&T
Mobile Locate application, you must
purchase the Mobile Protection Pack
within 30 days of purchase/activation of
a new device. For more information, see
att.com/mpp.
AT&T Navigator
AT&T Navigator provides you with access
to real-time GPS-driven applications.
These programs not only allow you to
achieve turn-by-turn navigation, but also
access local searches.
Note: You must have a data plan to use
this feature. These services require the
purchase of a subscription.
AT&T Ready2Go
AT&T Ready2Go allows you to quickly and
easily setup your device by using the web
browser on your PC. You can set-up email
accounts, import contacts, set wallpaper,
configure Wi-Fi and many more features.
AT&T Smart Wi-Fi
With AT&T Smart Wi-Fi, you can maximize
your battery performance, simplify access
to AT&T Hot Spots and Wi-Fi networks,
automate your Wi-Fi connections, and
track your data use.
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AT&T Applications
Applications
Device Help
Device Help provides online information to
help with your device questions.
DriveMode
With the AT&T DriveMode application,
you can set your phone to auto reply
when you are driving and do not want to
answer the phone. You can auto reply to
messages, emails, and phone calls. You
can also allow up to five of your contacts
to contact you while using DriveMode.
Mobile Hotspot
Use Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s
mobile data connection using a USB
cable or as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Mobile TV
Mobile TV is a subscription service that
allows you to watch your favorite TV
shows using your handset.
myAT&T
The myAT&T application allows you to
manage your AT&T account. You can
review and pay your bill, check minutes
and data usage, upgrade to a new device,
or change your plan.
Visual Voicemail
Use Visual Voicemail to review and
manage your voicemail messages directly
from your phone without dialing into
voicemail. You can also see a list of your
messages on your phone and select
which ones you want to play, call back,
share, delete, or save.
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Other Apps
Applications
Other Apps
There are other apps, including
several Samsung apps,
preloaded on your device.
Amazon Kindle
Use the Amazon Kindle application to
download books for reading right on your
device. You must have an account with
Amazon to use the Kindle application.
Caller Name ID
Subscribe to Caller Name ID to identify
unknown callers by name, picture, city,
and state.
Note: Caller Name ID requires a
subscription.
Flipboard
Use this application to access your
personalized magazines.
Games
Play full version games for free. Use
WildCoins to rent or buy games and
in-game items. Enjoy new games every
week.
Keeper
Keeper is a secure password manager for
your device and works seamlessly across
your mobile phones, tablets, computers,
and web browsers.
Lookout
Lookout Mobile Security provides key
security options, such as anti-virus and
anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen
device locater service, an application
privacy adviser, and a backup service.
Studio
Add effects to photos and edit movies with
a complete suite of editing tools.
Uber
An entirely new and modern way to
travel is at your fingertips. Uber is your
private driver in more than 130 cities
and30countries.
Usage Manager
The Usage Manager app is a shortcut
to your battery, apps, and data usage
settings so you can manage your data.
YP
The Yellow Pages Mobile application
provides quick and ready access to
businesses, map locations, and storage
of your favorite searches. Use YP to touch
into local businesses, locations, and
events, and connect to your search in
real-time.
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Calculator
Applications
Calculator
The Calculator provides basic
and advanced arithmetic
functions.
Basic Operation
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calculator.
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, tap the
Equals key.
Additional Functions
To clear the results:
► Tap Clear key.
To view your previous calculations:
► Tap Expand.
•
Tap Collapse to return to the calculator
keys.
To clear the calculator history:
► Tap CLEARHISTORY.
To copy all or part of the calculation to the
clipboard:
► Touch and hold an entry in the displayfield.
Scientific Calculator
Turn the device landscape to use advanced
arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan.
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Calendar
Applications
Calendar
Manage your calendar events
and tasks.
Create an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap Add to add an event.
3. Enter details for the event, and then tapSAVE.
Delete an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap an event to view it, and then tap Delete.
– or –
Touch and hold an event, and then tap Delete.
Share an Event
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap an event to view it.
3. Tap
Share via and tap a sharing format.
4. In the Share as menu, tap a sharing method and
follow the prompts.
Create a Task
Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be
accomplished on a certain day. A task displays as
a checklist item and is removed once you mark the
task as complete.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap Add.
3. Tap the drop-down menu in the top left corner
and tap Add Tasks.
4. Enter details for the task, and then tapSAVE.
Delete a Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for
the day, or select Agenda from the drop-down
menu.
3. Tap the checkbox by the task to mark it as
complete and remove it from the calendar.
4. To delete the task permanently, tap the task to
open it, and then tap
Delete.
– or –
Touch and hold a task, and then tap Delete.
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Calendar
Applications
Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Camera and Video
Applications
Camera and Video
Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app.
Storage
location
Switch
cameras
Record video
Take picture
Shortcuts
menu
Shooting
mode
Gallery
Camera
settings
•
Camera settings: Tap to change camera settings.
•
Storage location: Indicates that pictures and
videos are being stored on a microSD card
(notincluded).
•
Gallery: Tap to open the Gallery to view photos
and videos.
•
Switch cameras: Tap to switch between the rear
and front cameras.
•
Record video: Tap to record a video.
•
Shooting mode: Tap to change the shooting
mode.
•
Take picture: Tap to take a picture.
•
Shortcuts menu: Display up to three camera
setting shortcuts on the viewfinder.
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Applications
Take Pictures Camera Settings
Take pictures with your device’s front or rear
camera, or combine shots with Dual mode.
Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic
protective covering from the camera lens.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder,
compose your shot by aiming the camera at the
subject. While composing your picture, use the
onscreen options or these gestures:
•
Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch
or spread them on the screen to zoom in
orout.
•
Tap the screen to focus on the area you
touched.
•
Tap icons to access various camera options
and settings.
3. Tap Take picture.
Note: You can also press the Volume key up or
down to take a picture. This is the default action of the
Volume key while Camera is active. You can also set
the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a
zoom key.
Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Modes differ by
which camera is active (front or rear facing).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap MODE.
3. Tap each mode to see a description.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap Settings to configure settings for
Camera. Available options vary depending on the
camera/shooting mode used.
Shortcuts menu
Display up to three camera setting shortcuts
across one side of the camera viewfinder.
•
Shortcuts menu: Touch and hold, and then
drag a camera setting onto or off of the
shortcuts menu.
Both cameras
•
Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
pictures take up more memory.
•
Low-light detection: Take brighter and clearer
pictures without using the flash at night.
•
Face detection: Detect faces in pictures for
tagging with the person’s name.
•
Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the
preview screen to take pictures.
•
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
videos take up more memory.
•
Recording mode: Select Normal or Limit for
email.
•
Effects: Add special graphical effects.
•
Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
•
Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to
the picture.
•
Storage location: Select the memory location
for storage.
•
Remote viewfinder: Take pictures using the
viewfinder of a connected device. Wi-Fi Direct
is required.
•
Review pics/videos: Set to show pictures
after taking them.
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Camera and Video
Applications
•
White balance: Select an appropriate white
balance, so images have a true-to-life color
range. The settings are designed for specific
lighting situations. These settings are similar to
the heat range for white-balance exposure in
professional cameras.
•
Exposure value: Change the exposure value.
This determines how much light the camera’s
sensor receives. For low light situations, use a
higher exposure.
•
Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help
composition when selecting subjects.
•
Shutter sound: Turn the shutter sound on or
off.
•
The Volume key: Use the Volume key as the
camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key.
•
Voice control: Set the camera to take pictures
with voice commands.
•
Help: View information on using the camera.
•
Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
Rear camera
•
ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls
camera light sensitivity. It is measured in
film-camera equivalents. Low values are for
stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values
are for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects.
•
Metering modes: Select a metering
method. This determines how light values
are calculated. Center-weighted measures
background light in the center of the scene.
Spot measures the light value at a specific
location. Matrix averages the entire scene.
•
Save as: Save the picture as HDR only.
•
Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.
Front camera
•
Save as flipped: Save the self-portrait or
self-recording as a reversed (or‘mirrored’)
image.
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Clock
Applications
Clock
The Clock app offers features for
keeping track of time and setting
alarms.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
2. Tap a tab to use a feature:
•
Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
•
World clock: View the time of day or night in
other parts of the world. World Clock displays
time in hundreds of different cities, within all
24 time zones around the world.
•
Stopwatch: Measure intervals of time.
•
Timer: Use a timer to count down to an event
based on a preset time length (hours, minutes,
and seconds).
Alarm
Set alarms by using the Alarm tab.
Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or
recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be
notified.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock >
Alarm tab.
2. Tap Create alarm.
3. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
•
Time: Set a time for the alarm.
•
Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
-
Repeat weekly: Choose when to repeat the
alarm.
•
Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm uses
sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to
alert you.
•
Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the
alarm.
•
Volume: Drag the slider to set the volume of
the alarm.
•
Snooze: Allow snoozing and set interval and
repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
•
Smart alarm: Start playing the alarm tone at
a low volume at an interval before the alarm
time, and slowly increase in volume. Available
when you have chosen an alarm type that
includes sound.
•
Name: Enter a name for the alarm.
4. Tap DONE to save the alarm.
Delete an Alarm
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock >
Alarm tab.
2. Touch and hold the alarm.
3. Tap
Delete.
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Clock
Applications
World Clock
The world clock lets you keep track of the current
time in multiple cities around the globe.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
2. Tap World clock.
3. Tap
Add City and select a city.
•
Repeat to add multiple cities.
Stopwatch
The stopwatch lets you time events down to the
hundredth of a second.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
2. Tap Stopwatch.
3. Tap START to begin timing.
4. Tap STOP to stop timing.
•
Additional options include LAP to keep track
of laps, RESUME to continue timing, and
RESET to reset the stopwatch to zero.
Timer
The timer provides a countdown timer for up to
99hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
2. Tap Timer.
3. Use the keypad to set the length of the timer.
4. Tap START to begin the timer.
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Contacts
Applications
Contacts
Store and manage your contacts
with the Contacts app, which
can be synchronized with a
variety of your existing personal
accounts, including Google,
Email, Facebook, and your
Samsung account.
For more information on connecting with and
managing your accounts through your device, see
Accounts.
Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts
tab in the Phone app. Although both list the contacts
in your phone and accounts, the available options and
functions are different.
Manage Contacts
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts
app. To access your Contacts list:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
Find a Contact
You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find
one by name.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters
to find contacts that match.
– or –
Tap a letter on the side of the list to jump directly
to that letter in the alphabetical list. You can also
press and slide across the alphabetical list to
select a letter with better precision.
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact
fields to enter information.
•
Choose a storage account for the contact. You
can store the contact on the device, the SIM
card, or sync it with an account.
•
Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to
the new contact.
•
Enter a name, phone number, email address,
assign the contact to a group, and assign a
ringtone.
-
Tap Add to enter additional entries.
-
Tap Remove to remove an entry.
-
Tap Expand for additional fields.
-
Tap the label to the right of an entry to
choose a label for the field (for example,
Home or Work).
•
Tap ADD ANOTHER FIELD to add additional
contact information.
3. Tap SAVE.
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Contacts
Applications
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and
change or delete the information, or you can add
additional fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap
Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete
information.
4. Tap SAVE.
Share a Name Card
When you share a name card, the contact’s
information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can
share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it
to a message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Moreoptions > Share name card.
3. Choose a sharing method and follow the
prompts.
Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various sources (such
as Gmail or Facebook), you may have multiple
similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you
link multiple entries into a single contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it.
3. Tap
Link.
4. Tap LINK ANOTHER CONTACT, and then select
contacts to link to the original contact.
5. Tap DONE.
Unlink Contacts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it.
3. Tap
Link.
4. Tap Separate beside contacts to unlink
them from the main contact.
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple
contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it. You can
also tap other contacts, or tap the checkbox at
the top of the screen to select all.
3. Tap
Delete.
Create a Shortcut to a Contact
You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home
screen to access their information directly from a
Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it.
3. Tap
Moreoptions > Add shortcut to Home
screen. The new shortcut displays in an empty
area of the Home screen.
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Contacts
Applications
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are
easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display
together on the Favorites tab in Contacts.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the star brightens ).
Remove Contacts from Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the star dims ).
Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your
device comes with preloaded groups, and you can
create your own. You might create a group for your
family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it
easy to find contacts, and you can send messages
to the members of a group.
Create a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap Create
groups.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
•
Tap Create group in to choose where to
save the group. You can save it to a specific
account, to the device memory, or to all
accounts. Tap the entries to select or unselect
them.
•
Tap Group name to enter a name for the new
group.
•
Tap Group ringtone to assign a ringtone to
members of the group.
•
Tap Group message tone to assign a
message tone to members of the group.
•
Tap Group vibration pattern to assign a
vibration pattern to members of the group.
•
Tap Add member and select contacts to add
to the new group, and then tap DONE.
4. Tap SAVE.
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Contacts
Applications
Rename a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Edit group and enter a
new name.
4. Tap SAVE.
Add Contacts to a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Add members, and then tap the contacts
you want to add.
4. Tap DONE.
Send a Message or an Email to a Group
You can send a text message or an email to
members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Send message or email.
•
Tap either Message or Email.
•
Tap contacts to select them, or tap the
checkbox at the top of the screen to select
all, and then tap DONE. You only see group
members that have the appropriate contact
information (a phone number or an email
address) in their records.
4. Enter your message and tap Send (Message)
or Send (Email).
Delete a Group
Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Groups.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Delete group.
•
Tap the groups to select them, or tap the
checkbox at the top of the screen to selectall.
4. Tap Delete.
•
Tap Group only to only delete the group,
or tap Groups and members to delete the
groups and the contacts in the groups.
Contact Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the instructions.
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Email
Applications
Email
Use the Email app to view and
manage all your email accounts
in one application.
To access Email:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Configure Email Accounts
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a
few steps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Follow the instructions to set up your email
account.
To add another Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Email.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings >
Manageaccounts.
3. Follow the instructions to set up your email
account.
The device communicates with the appropriate
server to set up your account and synchronize your
email. When complete, your email appears in the
Inbox for the account.
Note: To configure email account settings at any time,
tap
More options > Settings > Manageaccounts,
Tap the email account to display account settings.
View Your Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for all accounts on
the Combined view screen or you can view email
accounts individually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap the drop-down menu at the top left of the
screen to view the current account mailbox.
3. Tap the account name to view:
•
Combined inbox: View all email in a combined
inbox.
•
[Account Name]: View email for only one
email account.
Manage Your Inbox
There are several tools available from the Inbox
screen.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
•
Tap a message to read and reply or forward it.
•
Tap Search to search for key words in your
email inbox.
•
Tap Moreoptions for additional message
options like sorting, deleting, settings, and
more.
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Email
Applications
Create and Send an Email Email Settings
This section describes how to create and send an
email using the Email app.
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email >
Compose.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings.
3. Under General settings, tap an option and
follow the instructions.
4. Tap an account to configure specific settings for
only that account.
•
2. Tap the To field to manually add an email
address, or tap Add Recipient to select a
recipient from Contacts or Groups.
If manually entering recipients, enter additional
recipients by separating each entry with a
semicolon (;). More recipients can be added at
any time before the message is sent.
•
If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap
the contact to place a check mark then tap
DONE. The contact is placed in the recipients
field.
•
Tap More to add Cc and Bcc fields.
3. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter
text.
•
Tap Attach to add files, images, audio, and
more to your email.
•
Tap Moreoptions for additional email
options.
4. Review your message and tap Send.
Remove Email Accounts
To remove an email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings >
Manageaccounts.
3. Tap Delete.
4. Tap the account you want to remove.
5. Tap DONE.
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Gallery
Applications
Gallery
View, edit, and manage images
and videos.
Note: Some functions described in this section
are only available if there are images or videos in
theGallery.
View Images and Videos
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When
another application, such as Email, saves an image,
a Download folder is automatically created to
contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot
automatically creates a Screenshots folder.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the drop-down menu in the upper left corner,
and then tap an option to choose the way
itemsdisplay.
•
In Album view, you can create albums
to organize your images. On the
drop-down menu, tap Album, and then tap
Moreoptions > Create album.
3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap
an image or video to view it, or first tap an album
or folder and then tap an image or video.
4. When viewing an image or video, you can scroll
left or right to view the next or previous image
orvideo.
Zoom In or Out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out
on an image:
•
Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or
zoom out.
•
Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in.
Pinch the screen to zoom out.
Play Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap a video to view it.
4. Tap
Play to play the video.
Trim Segments of a Video
1. Select a video, and then tap the screen once to
see the video options.
2. Tap
Trim.
3. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen
to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the
desired starting point, and then move the right
bracket to the desired ending point.
4. Tap DONE to save the video.
Edit Images
1. While viewing an image, tap the screen once to
see the image options.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Edit to view and use the
editing tools.
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Gallery
Applications
Delete Images and Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. While viewing thumbnails, tap
Moreoptions >
Delete, tap images or videos to select them, and
then tap DONE.
– or –
While viewing a single image or video, tap
Delete.
Share Images and Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap
Moreoptions > Select.
4. Tap images to select them, and then tap
Share via.
5. Tap a sharing service and follow the instructions
to send the image or videos.
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Internet
Applications
Back or Back key to return to the previous
page.
Home to display your Internet Home screen.
Bookmarks to manage bookmarked pages,
s
aved pages, and history.
Refresh to refresh or reload the current
W
ebpage.
Internet
Access the Internet with a
fully-featured web browser.
To access the Internet:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
Command Keys
The following command keys are available on the
browser window:
•
Forward to go forward to a recent page.
•
•
•
Tabs to manage open tabs. The number on
the icon indicates the number of tabs that are
currently open.
•
•
View a Web Site
To view a web site:
► Tap the address field, enter the web address,
and then tap Go on the keyboard.
To zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to
zoom out. Stretch the screen to zoom in.
Browser Tabs
Use tabs to open multiple web pages at the
sametime.
To open a new tab:
► Tap Tabs > NEWTAB.
To close a tab:
► Tap
Tabs and then tap
Closetab.
Bookmarks Page
The Bookmarks page stores Bookmarks,
Savedpages, and History.
Save and Open Bookmarks
Bookmarking a web page saves the web address so
that you can access it quickly.
To bookmark the current web page:
1. Tap
Bookmarks > ADD.
2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap SAVE.
To open a bookmarked web page:
1. Tap Bookmarks > BOOKMARKS.
2. Tap a bookmark entry.
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Internet
Applications
Saved Web Pages
Saving a web page stores the web page content on
your device so that you can access it offline.
To save the current web page:
► Tap MORE > Savewebpage.
To view saved web pages:
1. Tap Bookmarks > SAVED PAGES.
2. Tap a saved page to open it in the browser.
View History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
► Tap
Bookmarks > HISTORY.
Share a Web Page
You can share the current web page with others and
even print using the Share option.
1. Tap MORE > Share.
2. Tap a sharing method and follow the prompts.
Secret Tabs
Pages viewed in secret tabs do not display within
your browser history or search history, and leave
no traces (such as cookies) on your device.
Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal
tabwindows.
Note: Any downloaded files remain on your device
after you close a secret tab.
To open a new secret tab:
► Tap
Tabs > MORE > Newsecrettab.
Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the instructions.
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Memo
Applications
Memo
Use the Memo app to write and
save notes on your device.
Create a Memo
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
2. Tap Create memo and type a memo.
•
To change the category, tap Category.
•
To insert an image into the memo, tap
Image.
•
To use your voice to insert text into the memo,
tap Voice.
3. When finished creating your memo, tap SAVE.
Edit Memos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
2. Tap a memo to view it.
3. Tap the content and make edits. When you are
finished, tap SAVE.
Browse Memos
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
•
Browse memo entries by swiping up or down.
•
To search for a memo, tap Search.
Memo Options
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
2. While viewing a memo, tap More options for
the following options:
•
Delete: Delete the memo.
•
Share via: Share memos.
•
Print: Print the memo.
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Messages
Applications
Messages
Learn how to send and receive
different messages using the
Samsung Messages app on your
phone.
Types of Messages
The Samsung Messages app provides the following
message types:
•
Text Messages (SMS)
•
Multimedia Messages (MMS)
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send
and receive text messages to and from other mobile
phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you
may need to subscribe to your service provider’s
message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you
send and receive multimedia messages (such as
picture, video, and audio messages) to and from
other mobile phones or email addresses. To use this
feature, you may need to subscribe to your service
provider’s multimedia message service.
Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the
screen and indicate when messages are received
and their type.
Create and Send Messages
This section describes how to create and send a
message using the Messages app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages > Compose.
2. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter
a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a
recipient from your Contacts or Groups.
•
If manually entering recipients, enter additional
recipients by separating each entry with a
semicolon (;). More recipients can be added at
any time before the message is sent.
•
If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap
the contact to select it, and then tap DONE.
The contact is placed in the recipients field.
3. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message.
•
Tap Attach to add images, videos, audio,
files and more to your message.
•
Tap Add emoji to add an emoji to your
message (at the cursor location).
4. Review your message and tap Send.
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the
message is automatically saved as a draft.
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Messages
Applications
View New Messages
When you receive a new message, a new message
icon displays on the Status bar.
To view the message:
► Open the Notification panel and select the
message. For more information, please see
Notification Panel.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap
Apps >
Messages, and then tap the new message to
view it.
•
To play a multimedia message (audio or
video), tap Play.
•
To scroll through the list of messages, swipe
up or down the screen.
Delete Messages
To delete messages, follow these steps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages.
2. Touch and hold a message to select it.
•
Tap additional messages or tap the checkbox
at the top to select all messages.
3. Tap Delete.
Message Search
You can search through your messages by using the
Message Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages.
2. Tap Search.
3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then
tap
Search on the keyboard.
Messages Settings
Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia
messages, push messages, and so on.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages > More options > Settings.
Emergency Alerts
This device is designed to receive wireless
emergency alerts from the Commercial Mobile
Alerting System (CMAS) which may also be known
as the Personal Localized Alerting Network (PLAN).
For more information, please contact your wireless
provider.
Emergency alerts allows customers to receive
geographically-targeted messages. Alert messages
are provided by the US Department of Homeland
Security and alert customers of imminent threats to
their safety within their area. There is no charge for
receiving an Emergency alert message.
There are three types of Emergency alerts:
•
Alerts issued by the President
•
Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life
(Extreme and Severe)
•
AMBER alerts (missing child alert)
Users may choose not to receive Imminent threats
(Extreme and Severe) and AMBER alerts. Alerts
issued by the President cannot be disabled.
To disable Imminent threats and AMBER alerts,
follow the instructions below:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages.
2. Tap More options > Settings >
Emergencyalerts.
3. Tap Emergency alerts.
4. All alerts are enabled by default. Tap an alert
option to disable it.
•
You cannot disable Presidential alerts.
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Music Player
Applications
Music Player
Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through
your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists.
Change player
Playback position
Shuffle
Time elapsed
Playback controls
•
Change player: Play via a nearby device.
•
Favorite: Tag the song as a favorite.
•
Options: Tap to view more options.
•
Playback controls: Tap the icons to fast-forward
or rewind, play or pause the current song, add the
song to a playlist, and view current playlist.
•
Playback position: Drag to skip to another part of
the current song.
•
Repeat: Repeat the current song or playlist.
Volume
Options
Sound quality and
effects
Favorite
Repeat
Song length
•
Shuffle: Shuffle songs in the current playlist.
•
Song length: The length of the song.
•
Sound quality and effects: Tap for options to
adjust sound effects.
•
Time elapsed: The time elapsed for the current
song.
•
Volume: Tap to adjust the volume.
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Music Player
Applications
Listen to Music
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap a category at the top left of the screen to
view your music files.
3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap a song to
begin playback.
4. While playing music, use these controls:
•
Tap Pause to pause playback. To start
playback again, tap Play.
•
Tap Rewind to move to the previous song.
Touch and hold Rewind to rewind through
the song. Tap Fast-forward to move to the
nextsong. Touch and hold Fast-forward to
move forward through the song.
•
Tap the repeat button to control playback.
Choose Play once to play all songs
once.Choose Repeat all to repeat all
songs. Choose Repeat song to repeat the
current song.
•
Tap the shuffle button to control the order
songs are played. Choose Shuffle off to
play songs in the order they appear in the
list. Choose Shuffle on to play songs in
random order.
•
Tap Favorite to mark a song as a favorite.
Whenever a song is a favorite, the star is
bright gold. Favorite songs are included in the
Favorites playlist.
•
Tap Volume to set the volume. You can
also set volume by pressing the Volume key
on the side of the phone.
•
Tap Queue to view the songs in your
current playlist.
•
Tap Playlist to add the current song to a
playlist.
Note: When you close the Music screen, playback
continues in the background, allowing you to listen to
music while using other features of your phone. When
music is playing in the background, you can access
playback controls from the Notificationpanel.
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My Files
Applications
My Files
Access files stored on your
device, including images, videos,
songs, and sound clips.
To view files in My Files:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
MyFiles.
2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or
folders.
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
Manage Files
Files stored in the device are organized into the
following groups:
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Category: Files are grouped into the following
categories:
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Recent files: View recently used files.
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Images: View image files.
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Videos: View video files.
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Audio: View audio files.
-
Documents: View document files.
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Downloaded apps: View all downloaded apps.
•
Download history: View all apps and files that
have been downloaded to the device.
•
Local storage: View folders and files in their
storage locations.
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Device storage: View folders and files located
on the device.
-
SD card: View folders and files located on the
optional SD card (not included).
My Files Options
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
MyFiles. The following options are available:
•
Search: Tap Search for a file or folder.
•
Storage usage: Tap Storage usage to
view memory information for your device.
•
Tap More options for the following options:
-
Add shortcut: Add a shortcut to a folder to
the main My Files screen.
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Add FTP server: Connect to an FTP server.
-
Scan for nearby devices: Access files on
nearby devices.
-
Settings: Configure My Files settings.
Category Options
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
MyFiles.
2. After tapping a category, the following options
are available:
•
Home: Return to the main My Files screen.
•
Search: Search for a file in the selected
category.
•
Tap More options for the following options:
-
Select: Select files or folders.
-
Delete: Delete files or folders.
-
View as: Change the appearance of the files
or folders.
-
Sort by: Change the sort order of the files.
-
Settings: Configure My Files settings.
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My Files
Applications
Options for Selected Files and
Folders
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
MyFiles.
2. Tap More options > Select.
3. Tap a file or folder to select it, and then select
one of these functions:
•
Share: Share the files with others.
•
Delete: Delete files or folders.
•
Tap More options for the following options:
-
Move: Move files or folders to another
folder.
-
Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder
-
Rename: Rename a file or folder. This
option only displays when just one file or
folder is selected.
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Details: View details of the selected files or
folders.
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S Voice
Applications
S Voice
Speak commands to perform
operations on your device, and
to speak criteria for searches
and other operations.
Access S Voice
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > SVoice.
2. Speak a command.
3. Tap the microphone icon if the device does not
hear you, or to give it another command.
Tip: Tap
More options for example commands, to
view a tutorial, or to view help topics on using SVoice.
S Voice Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the S Voice app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > SVoice.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the instructions.
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Samsung Apps / Galaxy Apps
Applications
Samsung Apps / Galaxy Apps
Samsung Apps is now Galaxy
Apps. When you access
Samsung Apps, Galaxy Apps will
be installed on your device.
Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that provides a
quick and easy way to find and download apps that
are compatible with your Galaxy device.
Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen
applications available through Samsung Apps.
From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and
download a collection of premium content, free of
charge.
To access the Galaxy Apps website:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
GalaxyApps.
To access Galaxy Essentials:
1. Swipe across the Galaxy Apps screen to
view the EXCLUSIVES tab, and then tap
GalaxyEssentials.
2. Follow the instructions to download Galaxy
Essentials apps specially chosen from
GalaxyApps.
Note: A Samsung account is required to download
apps.
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Video Player
Applications
Video Player
Play and manage videos stored on your device.
Change
players
Volume
More options
Playback
position
Time elapsed Video length
Pop-up
Screen ratio
player
Rewind Fast-forward
Pause or Play
•
Change players: Play the video on nearby
devices.
•
Rewind: Tap to restart the video or skip to a
previous video. Touch and hold to rewind the
video.
•
Fast-forward: Tap to skip to the next video. Touch
and hold to fast-forward the current video.
•
Screen ratio: Change the screen ratio.
•
More options: Tap to view more options.
•
Time elapsed: The time elapsed for the current
video.
•
Pause or Play: Tap to pause or play the current
video.
•
Video length: The total length of the video.
•
Playback position: Drag to skip to another part of
the video.
•
Volume: Adjust the volume.
•
Pop-up player: Tap to open the video in the pop-
up player window.
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Video Player
Applications
Full-screen in ratio view: The video
is enlarged as much as possible without
becoming distorted.
Full-screen view: The entire screen is
used, which may cause some minor distortion.
Original size view: The video is played in
its original size.
Stretch to fit: The video is enlarged to fit
the screen without becoming distorted.
Access the Video Player
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device.
After a few seconds, each video thumbnail
begins playing a preview of the clip.
3. Tap a video to view it.
Use Pop-up Player
Multitask with Pop-up player by transforming your
video player into a pop-up window. The video
continues to play and the pop-up player can be
resized or moved anywhere on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap
Pop-up player to continue playing the
video in a floating window.
•
Drag the window to any location on the
screen.
•
Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize
the floating window.
Change the Video Screen Size
You can change the size of the video during video
playback.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the
screen size options:
•
•
•
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Voice Recorder
Applications
More options include Change category,
Rename, Set as, Write to Voice Label (which
writes the recording to an NFC voice label),
and Details.
Voice Recorder
Record voice memos and notes.
Create a Voice Recording
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
VoiceRecorder.
•
Tap Select mode to choose the appropriate
recording mode:
-
Normal: This recording mode picks up any
sounds detected by the microphones.
-
Voice memo: Voice input is converted to
text on screen. The maximum recording time
is five minutes.
•
Tap Record to record an audio file.
•
Tap Stop to stop recording. The file is
automatically saved.
•
Tap Pause to pause the recording of an
audio file.
•
Tap Bookmark to bookmark a position in
the recording for later reference.
•
Tap Cancel to stop the recording without
saving it.
Manage Recordings
Play, edit, delete, and share recordings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
VoiceRecorder.
2. Tap Recordings.
3. Tap a recording to play it back.
Search: Search for a recording.
•
Delete: Delete the recording.
•
4. Tap More options for additional options:
•
Select: Select recordings. Once selected, the
following options are available:
Share: Share the recording with others.
-
Delete: Delete the recording.
-
-
•
Sort by: Reorder the list of recordings.
•
Filter by category: Filter recordings using
categories.
•
Edit categories: Manage your list of
categories.
•
Settings: Configure Voice Recorder.
Settings
Configure your device’s
connections and settings,
add accounts, and
customize the Home
screen, apps, and features.
Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn
the option on or off .(
ON
) (
OFF
)
For some options, you must tap a field,
such as Email address, to display and set
options.
Some options are enabled or disabled by
tapping a checkbox. When enabled, a
check mark displays. Tap the check mark to
remove it and disable the option.
How to Use Settings
Access Settings
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, drag down from the
Statusbar to display the Notification panel,
andthen tap
Settings.
Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain
setting, you can use the Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Search.
•
Enter a word or words in the Search field. As
you type, settings that match display on the
screen.
•
Tap an entry to go to that setting.
Customize the Quick Settings
Menu
Quick settings are the settings that you are most
likely to frequently use. When you first access the
Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a
default list of settings.
To find the Quick settings menu:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
Change the Quick Settings
You can change the Quick settings list to include
your most frequently used settings.
From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
3. Tap More options > Edit quick settings.
•
Select additional settings to display in your
Quicksettings menu. Settings that are already
in the Quick settings menu are checked.
•
Uncheck a setting to remove it from the
Quicksettings list.
4. Tap Back to save your new Quick settings
menu.
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How to Use Settings
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain
types of Wireless Local Area
Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi
communication requires access
to a Wireless Access Point
(WAP).
Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct
connection between two or
more devices using Wi-Fi.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover
and connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on
or off.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection
status:
•
When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and
communicating with a Wireless Access Point
(WAP), displays.
•
If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device
is not connected to it, displays. It may also
display if there is a communication issue with the
target Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Scan and Connect to a
Wi-Fi Network
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-
Fi on. When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device
automatically scans for available networks and
displays them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
When you select an open network, you are
automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
Manually Connect to a
Wi-Fi Network
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap AddWi-Fi network.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
•
Tap Enter SSID to enter the name of the Wi-Fi
network.
•
Tap the Security field and select a security
option and enter your password.
•
Tap Show advanced options if you need to
add advanced options, such as IPsettings and
Proxy settings.
5. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and
connect to your target WAP.
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Options
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many
of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap Smart network switch to connect
automatically to a mobile network connection
when the Wi-Fi connection is unstable.
4. Tap
More options for these settings:
•
Scan: Manually scan for nearby Wi-Fi
networks.
•
Wi-Fi Direct: Connect to nearby devices using
Wi-Fi Direct.
•
Advanced:
-
Network notification: Receive a notification
when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs)
are available.
-
Passpoint: Connect to passpoint-enabled
Wi-Fi Access Points automatically.
-
Sort by: Sort networks alphabetically or by
signal strength.
-
Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when
to disconnect from Wi-Fi.
-
Always allow scanning: Allow Google
location service and other apps to scan for
networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
-
Auto connect: Automatically connect to
a Wi-Fi Hotspot as soon as your phone
detects it.
-
Install certificates: Install authentication
certificates.
-
MAC address: View your device’s
MAC address, which is required when
connecting to some secured networks
(notconfigurable).
-
IP address: View your device’s IP address
(not configurable).
•
WPS push button: Set up a connection to a
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other
equipment.
•
WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your
device to set up a PIN-secured connection
to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not
configurable).
•
Share Wi-Fi profile: Share Wi-Fi profiles you
have created with others.
•
Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi
networks, and other settings.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device
connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a
Wi-Fi network.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap
More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Your device
automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct
devices.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device,
and then follow the prompts to complete the
connection.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
When your device is connected to another device
using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status bar.
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Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range
communications technology that
connects your phone wirelessly
to a number of Bluetooth
devices, such as headsets
and hands-free car Bluetooth
systems, and Bluetooth-enabled
computers, printers, and wireless
devices.
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is
approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Bluetooth on or off.
Bluetooth Status Indicator
When Bluetooth is turnedon, displays in the
Status bar.
Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth
device, you can scan for nearby devices that are
visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
•
Tap SCAN to manually perform a new scan.
Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to
establish trusted connections between your device
and another Bluetooth device.
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a
one-time process. Once a pairing is created, the
devices continue to recognize their partnership and
exchange information without having to re-enter a
passcode.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable
so that your device can find it. Refer to the
instructions that came with the device to find out
how to set it to discoverable mode.
4. Tap SCAN. Your device starts to scan for
Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device
displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap
the name. Your device then automatically tries to
pair with the target device. If automatic pairing
fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target
device.
Note: Due to different specifications and features
of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and
operations may be different, and functions such as
transfer or exchange may not be possible with all
Bluetooth compatible devices.
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Bluetooth
Delete a Paired Device (Unpair)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two
devices no longer recognize each other. To connect
again, you have to pair the devices.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap
Settings next to the previously paired
device,and then tap Unpair to delete the
paireddevice.
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Bluetooth
Tethering and Mobile Hotspot
Use Mobile Hotspot to share
your device’s Internet connection
with other devices using your
device as a portable Wi-Fi
hotspot.
Share your device’s Internet
connection with a computer that
connects to your device using a
USB cable.
Use Your Device as a
PortableWi-Fi Hotspot
Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service
account in order to use the Mobile Hotspot.
Warning: Mobile Hotspot consumes battery power
and uses data service.
Turn Mobile Hotspot Onor Off
Activate your device’s Mobile Hotspot application
to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet
connection.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Mobile Hotspot on or off.
Warning: By default, your device’s portable
Wi-Fi hotspot has no security applied, and any
device can connect. For more information, see
Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings.
Allowed Devices List
Control whether devices connect to your Portable
Wi-Fi hotspot with the Allowed device list. After
you add devices to the list, they can scan for your
device and connect using your device’s Portable
Wi-Fi hotspot name and password.
Note: Using your device as a Mobile Hotspot
consumes battery power and uses data service. While
Mobile Hotspot is active, your device’s applications
use the Mobile Hotspot data service. Roaming while
using your device as a Mobile Hotspot incurs extra
datacharges.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
MobileHotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Tap
More options > Allowed devices, and
then tap Add to enter the other device’s
Device name and MACaddress.
4. Tap OK to add the device.
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Tethering and Mobile Hotspot
Connect a Device to
YourMobileHotspot
Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to
your device’s Mobile Hotspot.
Configure Mobile Hotspot
Settings
Manage your Mobile Hotspot security and
connecting settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Activate Wi-Fi on the target device.
4. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots and select the target
device from the list.
5. On the target device, enter your device’s Mobile
Hotspot password.
Change the Mobile Hotspot
Password
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
MobileHotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
3. Tap
More options > Configure hotspot.
4. Tap the Security field and select WPA2 PSK.
5. Scroll down and enter a new password in the
Password field.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
MobileHotspot.
2. Tap More options > Configure hotspot:
•
Network SSID: View and change the name of
your Mobile Hotspot.
•
Hide my device: Make your Mobile Hotspot
invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan.
Other devices can still connect to your Mobile
Hotspot, but have to set up the connection
manually with your Network SSID and
Password.
•
Security: Choose the security level for your
Mobile Hotspot.
-
Scroll down to view all options.
•
Password: If you choose a security level that
uses a password, enter the password. By
default, the password is your device’s phone
number.
-
Show password: Display your password
instead of masking it.
•
Show advanced options: Access advanced
options, including Broadcast channel, and
to specify the channel your device uses for
Mobile Hotspot.
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Tethering and Mobile Hotspot
Turn Off Mobile Hotspot
Automatically
Set your device to automatically turn off Portable
Wi-Fi hotspot if there are no connected device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot >
MobileHotspot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.
Tap
More options > Timeout settings and
select an amount of time.
Use Tethering to Connect Your
Device to a Computer
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot.
2. Connect the computer to the device using the
USB cable, and then tap USBtethering to turn
tethering on.
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Tethering and Mobile Hotspot
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your
device from all networks and
turns off connectivity features,
such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
While in airplane mode, you
can use other features, such as
playing music, watching videos,
and other offline applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to
enable or disable the option.
Note: You can also enable Airplane mode from the
Device options menu. Press and hold the Power key,
and then tap Airplane mode.
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Airplane Mode
Data Usage
Monitor your mobile data usage.
Note: Your service provider may account for data
usage differently.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Datausage for options:
•
Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also
control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.
•
International Data Roaming: Customize
options for when roaming outside the United
States. International roaming data charges
may apply. Contact your service provider for
details.
•
Set mobile data limit: Your mobile data
connection is turned off when the specified
limit is reached.
•
Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu,
and then choose a time period for data usage.
Data usage for the period displays on the
graph, along with usage by application below.
•
By application: View data usage by
application.
2. Tap More options for the following settings:
•
Restrict background data: Restrict some
apps and services from working unless you
are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
•
Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab that
shows Wi-Fi usage.
•
Mobile hotspots: Select Wi-Fi networks that
are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps
from using these networks, and you can
configure apps to warn you before using these
networks for large downloads.
•
Mobile networks: Configure your mobile
networks. For more information, see
Mobile Networks.
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Data Usage
Location
Some apps, such as Google
maps, may require one or more
location services be turned on
for full functionality.
Locating Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Mode to select how your location is
determined:
•
High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile
networks.
•
Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks
(no GPS).
•
GPS only: Use GPS only.
Recent Location Requests
Apps that have requested your location are listed
under Recent location requests.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap an entry to view the app’s settings.
Location Services
Google uses Location History to store and use your
device’s most recent location data. Google apps,
such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve
your search results based on places that you have
visited.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Google Location History and sign in to your
Google Account for more options.
Location Sources
You can save your favorite locations for use with
services that require location information. This
information can improve your search results and
other location-related activities.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap My places.
•
Tap a category (Home, Work, or Car) to add a
location:
•
Tap Add to add additional categories.
Note: Home, Work, and Car cannot be deleted.
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Location
More Networks
This option displays additional
connectivity information.
Default Messaging App
If you have multiple messaging apps installed,
you can select which app should be your default
messaging app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks.
2. Tap Default messaging app to select a default.
Mobile Networks
Control your device’s access to networks and
mobile data service.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks.
2. Tap Mobile networks for options:
•
Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a
mobile data network.
•
International Data Roaming: Allow your
device to connect to data services while
roaming outside of the United States.
International roaming data charges may apply.
Contact your service provider for details.
•
Access Point Names: Choose or add APNs.
•
Network operators: Choose a preferred
network mode.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Set up and manage your VirtualPrivate Networks
(VPNs).
Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password
before setting up a VPN. For more information, see
Lock Screen.
Add a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN.
3. Tap
Add VPN and follow the prompts to set
up yourVPN.
Connect to a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN.
3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and
tap CONNECT.
Note: To disconnect from a VPN, open the Notification
panel, tap the VPN, and then tap DISCONNECT.
Edit or Delete a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN.
3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit
ordelete.
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More Networks
NFC
NFC (Near Field Communication)
allows data exchange when you
touch your device with another
compatible device.
To activate NFC:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > NFC.
2. Tap NFC, and tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.
Android Beam
When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app
content to another NFC-capable device by holding
the devices close together. Use Android Beam to
share smaller files, such as photos.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > NFC.
2. Tap NFC, and then tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.
3. Tap Android Beam, and then tap ON/OFF to
turn Android Beam on.
4. Touch the back of your device with another
NFC-capable device and the content is
transferred.
S Beam
When S Beam is activated, you can beam app
content to another NFC-capable device by holding
the devices close together. Use S Beam to share
larger files, such as videos.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > NFC.
2. Tap NFC, and then tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.
3. Tap S Beam, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
SBeam on.
4. Touch the back of your device with another
NFC-capable device and the content is
transferred.
Tap and Pay
Tap and pay allows you to select the default
payment application you want to use for making
purchases on your phone.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > NFC.
2. Tap Tap and pay.
3. Select the app that you want as your default.
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Nearby Devices
Share your media files with
nearby devices via Wi-Fi,
Wi-FiDirect, or Mobile Hotspot.
Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can
access your data. Use this option with care.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > More networks.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Nearby devices.
3. Set the following options:
•
Content to share: Select the content to share.
Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music.
•
Allowed devices: Indicate the devices
accessible to your device.
•
Denied devices: Indicate devices not allowed
access to your device.
•
Download to: Allow downloading of data
to your device or optional memory card
(notincluded).
•
Receive files from other devices: Warn if a
device attempts to upload data to your device.
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Nearby Devices
Printing
Print images and documents
to Samsung printers and
other compatible printers
(notincluded).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Printing.
3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.
Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print
service drivers.
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Printing
Screen Mirroring
Share your device’s screen with
another device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap ScreenMirroring.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring.
Available devices are listed.
•
Tap SCAN to find more devices.
4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.
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Screen Mirroring
Sounds and Notifications
Configure the sounds and
vibrations used to indicate
notifications, screen touches,
and other activities.
Adjust the Volume
Set the system volume level, and set default volume
for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio.
Tip: You can also set RIngtone volume from a Home
screen by pressing the Volume key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications.
3. Drag the sliders to set the default volume for:
•
Ringtone
•
Media
•
Notifications
•
System
Sound Mode
You can switch between sound modes, while
preserving the individual sound settings you have
made.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound mode,
and then choose a mode:
•
Sound: Your device uses the sounds,
vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen
in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
•
Vibrate: Your device vibrates for notifications
and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity
you choose in Sound settings.
•
Mute: Your device mutes all sounds and
notifications.
Vibrate When Ringing
Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when
you receive a call.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Vibrate when
ringing to turn the feature on.
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Sounds and Notifications
Ringtones Other Sounds
Select a default ringtone. Choose from preset
ringtones or add your own.
Choose notification alerts for new messages,
calendar events, and email.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones. 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Other sounds,
and then tap to configure each option:
3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it.
•
Dialing keypad tone: Play tone when the
dialing keypad is tapped.
– or –
Tap ADD to use an audio file as a ringtone.
•
Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you
unlock the screen.
Vibrations
•
Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or
tap the screen to make selections.
Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your
own pattern.
•
Sound when tapped: Play a sound when the
Samsung keyboard is tapped.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
•
Call: Configure call notifications.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Vibrations.
•
Messages: Configure message notifications
and alerts.
3. Tap a pattern to preview it, and then tap OK to
set it as your default vibration pattern.
•
Email: Configure email account notifications.
– or –
•
Calendar: Configure event notifications.
Tap CREATE and follow the prompts to create a
new vibration pattern.
Notification Ringtone
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new
messages and event reminders.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications >
Notificationringtone.
3. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it.
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Sounds and Notifications
Do Not Disturb
This setting allows you to block all notifications
and alerts. The options below determine what
notifications can make sounds, and during what time
periods you want to enter this mode.
To activate Do not disturb mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable this option.
Allow Exceptions
This option lets you customize what notifications are
allowed while your phone is in Do not disturb mode.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap ON/OFF to
enable the exceptions you want to allow.
Set Schedule
This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode
on and off automatically at scheduled times.
Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb
mode has been turned on manually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
3. Tap Set schedule, and set the Days, Start time,
and End time.
Notifications on Lock Screen
Choose what notifications can display while the
device is locked.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Notifications
on lock screen and choose an option.
Application Notifications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Application
notifications and choose an app to enable or
disable notifications.
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Sounds and Notifications
Display
Configure your display’s
brightness, screen timeout delay,
and other display settings.
Brightness
Adjust the screen brightness to suit your
surroundings or personal preference. You may also
want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery
power.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Brightness for options:
•
Tap Automatic brightness to allow the device
to adjust brightness automatically.
•
To set a custom brightness level, clear the
Automatic brightness check mark and drag
the Brightness level slider.
Note: You can also control Brightness from the
Notification panel. Drag down the Status bar at the top
of the screen to find the Brightness options.
Font
You can set the font style and size for all text that
displays on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Font to choose a font style and font size.
•
Tap Font style to select a font style, or
tap DOWNLOAD to find new fonts from
GalaxyApps.
•
Tap Font size and drag the slider to adjust the
font size.
Screen Rotation
Automatically rotate the screen based on the
orientation of your face.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Display > Screen rotation.
3. Tap ON/OFF, and then tap Smart rotation to
turn the feature on.
Smart Stay
Using the front camera to detect your face, the
screen does not time out as long as you are facing
the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Display > Smart stay to turn the feature on.
Screen Timeout
Choose how long the display screen remains lit after
you tap the screen or press any key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Screen timeout and choose a time period.
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Display
Screen Mode
Choose a screen mode to match your type of
viewing. You can choose to have the device
automatically adapt the display depending on the
type of image being displayed, and other criteria
such as battery level.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Screen mode and choose a screen mode:
•
To have your device automatically optimize
the display to match the type of image being
displayed and other criteria, such as battery
level, tap Adapt display.
– or –
Choose a specific type of screen mode based
on what you are viewing.
Daydream
The Daydream setting controls what the screen
displays when the device is docked (dock not
included), or while charging. You can choose to
display colors, or display photos stored on your
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Daydream > ON/OFF to turn Daydream on.
3. Configure options:
•
Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing
screen of colors.
•
Flipboard: Display pictures from Flipboard.
Tap Settings for options.
•
Google Photos: Display pictures from your
Google+ account. (This option is only available
if you are signed in to your Google Account.)
Tap Settings for options.
•
Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table.
Tap Settings for options.
•
Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo
frame. Tap Settings for options.
4. Tap More options > Preview to see a
demonstration of Daydream.
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Display
LED Indicator
Select which functions (such as charging or low
battery) the LED indicator on the front of the device
displays.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap LED indicator for options.
Touch Key Light Duration
Set the length of time the Recent apps key and
Back key remain lit after you touch them.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Touch key light duration to choose a
timeout period.
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Display
Wallpaper
Change the look of the Home
and Lock screens with wallpaper.
You can display a favorite picture
or choose from preloaded
wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Wallpaper.
2. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and
lock screen.
3. Tap an image to preview it, and then tap
SETASWALLPAPER.
•
Tap From Gallery for additional wallpapers.
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Wallpaper
Home Screen
Use Home screen settings to
set up a Home screen transition
effect and to indicate how
MyMagazine briefings are to be
handled on your Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Device.
2. Tap Home screen for options:
•
Transition effect: Choose an effect to be used
when you swipe across the Home screen.
•
My Magazine: View all My Magazine updates
on the Home screen.
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Lock Screen
Secure your device and protect
your data with Lock Screen
settings.
Set a Screen Lock
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock
type to select a screen lock and level of security:
•
Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This
option provides no security.
•
Pattern: A screen unlock pattern is a tap
gesture you create and use to unlock your
device. This option provides medium security.
•
PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the
screen. This option provides medium to high
security.
•
Password: Create a password for unlocking
the screen. This option provides high security.
•
None: Never use a Lock screen.
Show or Hide Sensitive Notification
Content
After choosing a screen lock, you can select
whether to show or hide sensitive notification
content on the lock screen.
1. Tap Show all content, Hide content, or Do not
show notifications.
2. Tap DONE.
Screen Lock Options
Swipe Only
•
Phone shortcut: Display a phone shortcut on
your Lock screen.
•
Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when
unlocking the screen.
•
Help text: Show help information on unlocking
the screen on the Lock screen.
Pattern Only
•
Pattern type: Select a pattern type.
•
Make pattern visible: Display the pattern as
your draw it.
•
Vibration feedback: Vibrate when the unlock
pattern is entered incorrectly.
All Screen Locks
•
Dual clock: Display a dual clock on your Lock
screen when roaming.
•
Clock size: Select the size of the clock that
will appear on your Lock screen.
•
Show date: Display the date on the
Lockscreen.
•
Camera shortcut: Display a camera shortcut
on your Lock screen.
•
Owner Information: Show owner information
on the Lock screen.
•
Show weather information: Display Weather
information.
•
Secured lock time: Lock the screen after
10minutes of inactivity. (Not on Swipe.)
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Lock Screen
Multi Window
Turn on the Multi window feature.
For more information, see Multi Window.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Multi window.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Multi window.
3. Tap Open in split screen view to automatically
view content in a multi window when you open
files from My Files or Video, or attachments
fromemail.
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Multi Window
Notification Panel Settings
Customize which Quicksetting
buttons display on the
Notification panel.
You can also customize
which apps display on the
Recommended applications
menu on the Notification panel
when you perform certain
actions, such as plugging in
earphones.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>Notification panel.
– or –
From the Notification panel, tap
View all >
Edit.
The following options are available:
•
Brightness adjustment: Adjust the screen
brightness and volume from the Notification
panel.
•
Recommended apps: Show selected apps
on the Notification panel after certain actions,
such as connecting earphones. Tap ON/OFF
to turn the feature on.
•
Quick settings: Customize which quick setting
buttons display at the top of the Notification
panel.
-
Drag buttons to reorder them.
-
To use the default layout, tap Reset.
Recommended Applications
When you perform certain actions, such as plugging
in earphones, the Notification panel can display
shortcut to your favorite related apps, such as Music
Player or Google Play Music.
To customize which shortcuts display on the
Recommended apps menu:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>Notification panel.
2. Tap Recommended apps.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
4. Tap EDIT and choose which apps to display
on the Notification panel when you insert
earphones.
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Notification Panel Settings
Toolbox
The Toolbox is a floating
shortcut menu that displays on
every screen, giving you quick
access to your favorite apps.
To activate the Toolbox:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Toolbox.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable the feature.
4. Tap EDIT to choose up to five apps to display in
Toolbox.
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Toolbox
One-handed Operation
Change the screen layout to
accommodate operating your
device with one hand.
To enable One-handed Operation features:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>One-handed operation.
2. Tap any of the following features and tap
ON/OFF for each to turn it on or off:
•
Reduce screen size: Reduce the screen size
so that you can reach all parts of the screen
with one hand.
•
One-handed input: Adjust the size and
position of the dialing keypad, in-call buttons,
Samsung keyboard, Calculator, and unlock
pattern (if configured).
•
Side key panel: Activate a panel of buttons
that includes the Home key, Recent apps, and
Back key. The panel displays at the side of the
screen. When enabled, you can customize the
transparency, minimize behavior, and keys that
display on the panel.
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One-handed Operation
Easy Mode
Switch between the default
screen layout and a simpler
layout. The Easy Mode layout
has larger text and icons, making
for a more straightforward visual
experience.
To enable Easy Mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Easy mode.
2. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature. When
Easy mode is enabled, you can scroll down the
page and select which apps you want to display
on the Home screens.
3. Tap the checkbox next to the apps you want to
add or remove.
4. When finished, tap DONE.
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Easy Mode
Accessibility
Accessibility services are special
features that make using the
device easier for those with
certain physical disabilities.
Note: You can download additional accessibility
applications from the Google Play store.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Accessibility for options:
Vision
•
Switch Access: Control your device using
configurable key combinations. You can move
focus to clickable items and select them.
•
TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind
and low-vision users.
-
TalkBack can collect all of the text you
enter, except passwords, including personal
data and credit card numbers. It may also
log your user interface interactions with the
device.
-
You can turn on TalkBack from any screen
by pressing the Home key quickly three
times (triple-press).
•
Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all
times for privacy.
•
Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter
selection instead of double tapping.
•
Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud
as you enter your passwords.
•
Font size: Set the font size.
•
Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated
gestures such as triple-tapping, double
pinching, and dragging two fingers across the
screen.
•
Notification reminder: Play a beep when a
notification for a call, message, and so on, has
been missed.
•
Negative colors: Reverse the display
of onscreen colors from White text on a
Black background to Black text on a White
background.
•
Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the
screen if you are color blind or have difficulty
reading the display because of the screen
color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
•
Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable
accessibility features in two quick steps.
•
Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred
TTS engine and options. For more information,
see Text-To-Speech Options.
Hearing
•
Flash notification: Set your camera light to
blink whenever you receive a notification.
•
Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all
notifications and audio.
•
Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for
use with hearing aids.
•
Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung
subtitles with multimedia files when available
Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
•
Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles
with multimedia files when available. Tap
Google subtitles (CC) for options.
•
Sound balance: Use the slider to set the Left
and Right balance when using a stereo device.
•
Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to
mono for use with one earphone.
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Accessibility
Dexterity and interaction
•
Assistant menu: Improve the device
accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
•
Press and hold delay: Select a time interval
for this action.
•
Interaction control: Block areas of the screen
from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate
screen and hard key functions. Only show
application notifications in the Notification
panel and the Status bar.
More settings
•
Direct access: Open your accessibility
settings by pressing the Home key three times
in quick succession.
•
Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts
for answering and ending calls.
•
Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms
and calendar events.
•
Manage accessibility: Export your
accessibility settings and share them with
another device.
Services
•
Keeper FastFill: Enable this feature to
securely and quickly auto-fill your login
credentials on your websites and mobile apps.
Simply tap the FastFill lock icon when logging
in to a website or app.
Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded
from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility
services you install may be configured here.
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Accessibility
Private Mode
Hide personal content from
being accessed by anyone else
using your device. Private mode
is only available for certain
applications.
Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or
Password) is required to use Private Mode.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Private mode.
3. Follow the instructions to learn about and set up
Private mode.
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Private Mode
Motions and Gestures
Control certain device actions
by touching the screen with the
palm of your hand.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Motions and gestures.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following:
•
Direct call: Call the contact whose call log,
message, or contact details are currently on
the screen by bringing the device close to
yourear.
•
Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when
you pick it up to notify you about missed calls
and messages.
•
Mute/pause: Mute sounds and pause video by
covering the screen or turning over the device.
•
Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of
the screen when you sweep your hand left or
right across the screen.
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Motions and Gestures
Accounts
Set up and manage accounts,
including your Google Account,
Samsung account, email, and
social networking accounts.
Depending on the account, you
can choose to synchronize your
calendar, contacts, and other
types of content.
Add an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Tap one of the account types.
4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and
set up the account.
Synchronize Accounts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that
account.
4. Tap individual data items to sync.
5. Tap
More options > Sync all or Sync now to
synchronize the account.
Note: Sync options and the location of the sync
command differ depending on the account type.
Account Settings
Each account has its own set of settings. In addition,
you can configure common settings for all accounts
of the same type.
Note: Account settings and available features vary
between account types and service providers. Contact
your service provider for more information on your
account’s settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
3. Tap an account to configure that account’s sync
settings.
4. Tap other available options for the account.
Delete an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
3. Tap the account and then tap
More options >
Removeaccount.
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Accounts
Backup and Reset
Back up your data to Google
servers. You can also reset your
device to its factory defaults.
Backup and Restore
Enable backup of your information to Google
servers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Backup and reset for options:
•
Back up my data: Enable back up of
application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other
settings to Google servers.
•
Backup account: Select a Google Account to
be used as your backup account.
•
Automatic restore: Enable automatic
restoration of settings from Google servers.
When enabled, backed-up settings are
restored when you reinstall an application.
Factory Data Reset
Return your device to its factory defaults.
Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data
from the device, including Google or other account
settings, system and application data and settings,
downloaded applications, as well as your music,
photos, videos, and other files.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.
3. Tap Format SD card to erase all data from an
installed optional memory card (not included).
4. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts to
perform the reset.
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Backup and Reset
Language and Input Settings
Configure your device’s
language and input settings.
Set Your Default Language
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Language.
3. Select a language from the list.
Select Your Default Keyboard
orInput Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Default.
3. Select a keyboard.
Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from
the Google Play store.
Samsung Keyboard Settings
Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options:
•
English(US): Set the keyboard type: Qwerty
keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.
•
Select input languages: Choose which
languages are available on the keyboard. To
switch between languages, slide the space bar
sideways.
•
Predictive text: Allow Predictive text to
suggest words matching your text entries,
and, optionally, complete common words
automatically. Predictive text can learn your
personal writing style from your contacts,
messages, Gmail, and social networking
sites — improving its accuracy of predicting
your text entries.
•
Additional keyboard settings provide
assistance with capitalization, punctuation,
and much more.
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Language and Input Settings
Swype Keyboard Settings
Configure options for using the Swype keyboard.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Swype for options:
•
Settings: Configure basic options.
•
Themes: Change the keyboard layout.
•
My Words: Manage your personal dictionary,
new word updates, as well as how Swype can
learn from your writing style in various apps.
•
Languages: Set the current language.
Additional languages can be downloaded.
•
Gestures: Learn about using Swype gestures.
•
Help: View information on using Swype.
Google Voice Typing Settings
Speak rather than type your text entries using
Google Voice Typing.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Google voice typing for options:
•
Languages: Select languages for Google
voice typing.
•
“Ok Google” detection: Perform a Google
search by saying “Ok Google”.
•
Hands-free: Perform voice searches and get
spoken notifications when using a headset
(not included).
•
Speech output: Always use speech output or
only when Hands-free is enabled.
•
Offline speech recognition: Manage
downloaded languages.
•
Block offensive words: Hide words many
people find offensive are in results of Google
voice searches. Offensive words are replaced
in results with a placeholder (####).
•
Bluetooth headset: record audio through a
Bluetooth headset (not included).
Sign in to your Google Account for additional
options.
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Language and Input Settings
Voice Input
Use Google voice recognition to perform Google
searches using spoken commands.
To perform a voice search, tap
in the Google
search bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch
a Google search (if the hotword detection option is
enabled).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Voice input for
options.
•
Tap Enhanced Google services for full voice
interaction or Basic Google recognition for
simple voice recognition.
•
Tap Settings next to the selected option to
configure its options.
Text-To-Speech Options
Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS
is used for various accessibility features, such as
TalkBack. For more information, see Accessibility.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech
options for options:
•
Tap Settings next to the Samsung or
Google text-tospeech engine for options.
•
Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text
is spoken.
•
Listen to an example: Play a sample of
speech synthesis (available if voice data is
installed).
•
Default language status: Display the default
language in use.
Read New Notifications Aloud
Set the device to read new notifications aloud for
incoming calls, messages, and emails, as well as
caller or sender information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Read notifications
aloud.
3. Tap a checkbox to enable each option.
Mouse/Trackpad Settings
Configure settings for using an optional mouse or
trackpad (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed.
3. Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the
left to go slower.
4. Tap OK to save your setting.
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Date and Time
By default, your device receives
date and time information from
the wireless network.
When you are outside network
coverage, you may want to
set date and time information
manually using the date and time
settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Date and time.
The following options are available:
•
Automatic date and time: When enabled, the
device takes date and time updates from the
wireless network.
•
Set date: Enter the current date (only available
when Automatic date and time is disabled).
•
Set time: Enter the current time (only available
when the Automatic setting is disabled).
•
Automatic time zone: When enabled, the
device takes the time zone from the wireless
network.
•
Select time zone: Choose your local time
zone (only available when the Automatic
setting is disabled).
•
Use 24-hour format: Set the format for time
displays.
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Safety Assistance
Receive real-time information
about emergencies and severe
weather conditions.
You can also enable Emergency
mode: a power-conserving mode
that restricts certain apps and
functions while allowing access
to Messages, Contacts, and
emergency calls.
Emergency Mode
Use Emergency mode to conserve battery
power during emergencies. Power-hungry apps
and functions are disable, but you are still able
to sendmessages, use Contacts, and make
emergencycalls.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>SafetyAssistance.
2. Tap Emergency mode.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
Geo News
Receive information about weather, environmental
situations, and geological information for your
location during emergencies.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>SafetyAssistance.
2. Tap Geo News.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
•
Geo News notification pop-ups: Receive
pop-up alerts.
Send Help Messages
Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when
you are in an emergency situation.
To enable this feature:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>SafetyAssistance.
2. Tap Send help messages.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on and configure
the following options:
•
Send pictures: Send photos taken with the
front and back cameras to your emergency
contacts.
•
Send sound recording: Send a short audio
message to your emergency contacts.
To send a help message:
► Press the Power key quickly three times.
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Safety Assistance
Manage Primary Contacts
Select contacts or create new ones to be your
emergency contacts. These contacts automatically
receive your help message.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings>SafetyAssistance.
2. Tap Manage primary contacts.
3. Tap
Create primary contacts and choose
one of the following options:
•
Create contact: Enter a name and phone
number for a new emergency contact.
•
Select from contacts: Designate a contact to
be an emergency contact.
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Battery
View how battery power is used
for device activities.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Battery for options:
•
Show battery percentage: Display the battery
charge percentage next to the battery icon on
the Status bar.
•
Battery chart: The battery level displays as
a percentage. The amount of time the battery
has been used also displays.
•
Tap Refresh to update the listing.
Apps and System Usage
Battery usage displays in percentages per
application and system process.
1. Tap Screen, Android System, Android OS, or
an app to view how they are affecting battery
use.
2. Tap Refresh to update the listing.
Note: Other applications may be running that affect
battery use.
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Battery
Power Saving
Conserve battery power by
automatically adjusting the
screen brightness, limiting the
performance of the CPU, and
other power reduction activities.
Ultra power saving mode saves
even more battery power by
using a gray scale theme on the
Home screen and limiting the
number of usable apps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Power saving for options:
•
Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the
feature on. Tap to configure these options:
-
Select when turned on: Choose Always or
Auto enable.
-
Restrict background data: Save battery
power by blocking background data.
Turning this option on may affect the
performance of some applications.
-
Restrict performance: Save battery power
by reducing CPU performance, decreasing
the screen brightness, turning off the touch
key light, and turning off GPS.
•
Ultra power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to
turn the feature on.
-
Tap More options > Ultra power saving
mode for options.
3. To disable Ultra power saving mode, tap
More options > Turn off Ultra power saving
mode.
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Power Saving
Storage
View the device memory and
usage.
Device Memory
View and manage the memory used by the device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Storage.
•
The Device memory displays Total space,
which is the total space/free space in your
phone’s memory.
•
The amounts of memory used are further
divided into:
-
System memory: The minimum amount of
storage space required to run the system.
-
Used space: The amount of storage space
currently being used.
-
Cached data: The amount of data currently
cached.
-
Miscellaneous files: The amount of memory
used to store miscellaneous files.
-
Available space: The amount of storage
space currently available.
To increase available memory:
1. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all
apps. Tap OK to confirm.
2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary
files individually, or tap SELECT ALL,
andthentap
Delete.
Memory Card (SD Card)
Once an optional memory card (not included) has
been installed in your device, the card memory
displays as Total space and Available space.
Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC
card (not included) to add additional memory space
to your device.
1. Remove the back cover. For more information,
see Remove the Back Cover.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully
slide the memory card into the slot, pushing
gently until it clicks into place.
3. Replace the back cover. For more information,
see Replace the Back Cover.
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Storage
Mount a Memory Card
When you install an optional memory card, it is
automatically mounted (connected to the device)
and prepared for use. However, should you unmount
the card without removing it from the device, you
have to mount it before it can be accessed.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Mount SD card.
Unmount an SD Card
To prevent damage to information stored on the
memory card, always unmount the card before
removing it from the device.
Unmounting an SD card may stop some applications
from functioning until you mount the SD card again.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
Remove a Memory Card
Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on
the memory card, unmount the card before removing
it from the device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
3. Remove the back cover. For more information,
see Remove the Back Cover.
4. Gently press inward on the memory card so that
it pops out from the slot and carefully pull the
card out.
5. Replace the back cover. For more information,
see Replace the Back Cover.
Format a Memory Card
Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should
backup your music and photo files that are stored on
the card because formatting the SD card deletes all
the stored data.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Format SD card and follow the
prompts.
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Security
Secure your device and protect
your data with Security settings.
Device Administration
Manage your device administrators and application
installation privileges.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Security.
2. Tap Device administrators.
3. Tap Android Device Manager to allow it to lock
or erase a lost device.
Unknown Sources
Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Security.
2. Tap Unknownsources to enable this option.
Warning: Enabling installation of third-party
applications can cause your device and personal data
to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
Encrypt Device
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your
device each time you power it on.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Security.
2. Tap Encrypt device and follow the prompts to
encrypt all data on your device.
Encrypt External SD Card
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your
SD card (not included) when you first access it after
powering on your phone.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Security.
2. Tap Encrypt external SD card and follow the
prompts to encrypt all data on your memory
card.
Remote Controls
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your
device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be
deleted remotely.
Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account
and enable Google location service to use Remote
controls.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Remote controls and follow the
prompts to set up Remote controls.
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Security
SIMChange Alert
Prevent unauthorized changes to your SIM card by
being alerted whenever an app or service attempts
to change data on your SIM card.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > SIM change alert and follow the
prompts.
Go to Website
Visit the Find My Mobile website.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Go to website to go directly to
the website.
Reactivation Lock
Stop others from reactivating your device after it has
been reset remotely.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Reactivation lock to enable
thefeature.
Set Up/Change Password
Protect your device from being reset accidentally by
requiring a special password before it can be reset
to its factory defaults.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Set up/change password and
follow the prompts.
Set Up SIMCard Lock
Use this option to set up your password when one is
first required or change your current password.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Set up SIM card lock and follow
the prompts.
Make Passwords Visible
Display password characters briefly as you type
them.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security > Make passwords visible to turn
the feature on.
Security Update Service
Automatically receive security updates.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security for the following Security update
service options:
•
Security policy updates: Automatically or
manually check for security policy updates.
•
Send security reports: Send security reports
to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.
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Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings
Manage your security certificates. If a certificate
authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or
for some other reason you do not trust it, you can
disable or remove it.
Use these options to configure advanced security
settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security for the following Credential storage
options:
•
Storage type: Select a storage location for
credential contents.
•
Trusted certificates: Display trusted
certificates in your device’s ROM and other
certificates you have installed.
•
Install from device storage: Install a new
certificate from storage.
•
Clear credentials: Erase the credential
contents from the device and reset the
password.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Security for the following Advanced options:
•
Trust agents: Perform selected actions when
trusted devices are connected. To view Trust
agents, set up a screen lock (PIN, password,
or pattern). For more information, see Set a
Screen Lock.
•
Pin windows: Pin an app on your device
screen, preventing access to other features of
you phone.
•
Apps with access to usage data: View which
applications can access your device’s usage
history.
•
Smart Lock: Keep the device unlocked when
connected to trusted networks and places.
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Help
View tips and guidelines for
using your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Help for information about:
•
New features
•
Getting started
•
Applications
•
Settings
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Help
About Device
View information about your
device, including status, legal
information, hardware and
software versions, and a tutorial.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more
details:
•
Software updates: Check for and install
available software updates.
•
Status: View the status of the battery, network,
and other information about your device.
•
Legal information: View legal notices and
other legal information.
•
Report diagnostic info: Give consent
to provide diagnostic and usage data to
Samsung to help improve the quality and
performance of its products and services.
•
Device name: View and change your device’s
name.
•
Additional device information includes the
Model number, Android version, Build number,
and more.
Software Update
Use Software updates to update your device’s
software.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap About device > Software updates.
3. Tap Check for updates and follow the
instructions to check for available software
updates to download and install.
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Application Manager
You can download and install
new applications on your device.
Use Application manager
settings to manage your
downloaded and preloaded
applications.
Warning: Because this device can be configured
with system software not provided by or supported
by Google or any other company, you operate such
software at your own risk.
Memory Usage
See how memory is being used by Downloaded or
Running applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Applicationmanager.
2. Swipe across the screen to display
DOWNLOADED, SD CARD (optional), RUNNING,
or ALL to display memory usage for that
category of applications. If you have disabled
applications, a TURNED OFF tab also displays.
The graph on the RUNNING tab shows used and
free RAM.
Downloaded
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Applicationmanager.
2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the
downloaded applications on your device.
•
To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED
list, tap More options > Sort by size or
Sortbyname.
•
To reset all of your application preferences,
tap More options > Reset app preferences.
3. Tap an application to view and update
information about the application, including
memory usage, default settings, and permissions.
The following options are displayed:
•
FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is
misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping
an app, process, or service causes your
device to stop working correctly.
•
UNINSTALL/UNINSTALL UPDATES: Delete
the application from the device or uninstall
updates made to apps that cannot be deleted.
•
DISABLE: Disable apps that cannot be
deleted.
•
MOVE TO SD CARD: Move the application to
the microSD card (not included).
•
CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from
memory.
•
CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s
temporary memory storage.
•
CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s
customization.
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Running Services
View and control services running on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Applicationmanager.
2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
All the applications that are currently running on
the device display.
3. Tap SHOW CACHED PROCESSES to display
all the cached processes that are running. Tap
SHOW SERVICES IN USE to switch back.
4. Tap one of the applications to view application
information.
•
STOP: Stops the application from running
on the device. This is usually done prior to
uninstalling the application. (Not all services
can be stopped. Stopping services may have
undesirable consequences on the application
or Android System.)
•
REPORT: Report failure and other application
information.
Note: Options vary by application.
Disabled Apps
View and configure disabled apps on your device.
Note: This screen only displays if you have disabled
an app
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Applicationmanager.
2. Tap TURNED OFF to view a list of applications
you have disabled.
•
To switch the order of the TURNED OFF
list, tap More options > Sort by size or
Sortbydate.
•
To reset all of your application preferences,
tap More options > Reset app preferences.
3. Tap an application to view and update
information about the application, including
memory usage, default settings, and permissions.
The following options are displayed:
•
FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is
misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping
an app, process, or service causes your
device to stop working correctly.
•
TURN ON: This moves the application back to
the Apps list.
•
MOVE TO SD CARD: Move the application to
the microSD card (not included).
•
CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from
memory.
•
CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s
temporary memory storage.
•
CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s
customization.
Note: Options vary by application.
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Default Applications
If you have multiple applications
of the same type, such as email
apps, you can select one app to
be the default.
You can also use a simpler Home screen which
provides an easier user experience for first-time
smartphone users.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > DefaultApplications.
2. Tap Home and select a Home screen mode:
•
TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user
experience for the first-time smartphone users.
•
TouchWiz home: The Home screen that
originally displays on your phone.
3. Tap Messages and select a default
messagingapp.
4. To clear defaults you have set up, tap CLEAR.
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Application Settings
Shortcuts to the settings for
various apps are available in one
convenient location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap one of the following to display the settings
for the selected app:
•
Calendar
•
Call
•
Contacts
•
Email
•
Gallery
•
Internet
•
Messages
•
S Voice
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