Samsung Electronics Co SMW2018 CDMA/GSM/WCDMA/LTE Phone + BT/BLE, DTS/UNII a/b/g/n/ac, ANT+ and NFC User Manual 1 of 3
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd CDMA/GSM/WCDMA/LTE Phone + BT/BLE, DTS/UNII a/b/g/n/ac, ANT+ and NFC 1 of 3
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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
5 Device overheating situations and
solutions
8 Device layout and functions
12 Battery
17 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
21 Memory card (microSD card)
24 Turning the device on and off
26 Initial setup
28 Samsung account
29 Transferring data from your previous
device
33 Understanding the screen
42 Notification panel
44 Entering text
Apps and features
47 Installing or uninstalling apps
49 Bixby
65 Phone
70 Contacts
74 Messages
76 Internet
78 Email
79 Camera
97 Gallery
101 Always On Display
101 Multi window
105 Smart Manager
108 Samsung Pay
112 Samsung Members
113 Samsung Notes
114 Calendar
115 Samsung Health
121 Music
122 Video
123 Voice Recorder
124 My Files
125 Clock
127 Calculator
127 Samsung Data Store
129 Dual Messenger
130 Samsung Connect
134 Sharing content
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Appendix
179 Troubleshooting
184 Service provider apps
185 Notices
Settings
135 Introduction
135 Connections
136 WLAN
138 Bluetooth
140 NFC and payment
142 Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
143 SIM card manager
144 More connection settings
146 Sounds and vibration
147 Notifications
148 Display
149 Blue light filter
149 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display colour
151 Screensaver
151 Wallpapers and themes
152 Premium watch
152 Advanced features
154 Apps
154 Lock screen and security
155 Face recognition
157 Fingerprint recognition
162 Iris recognition
168 Smart Lock
169 Secure Folder
173 Accounts
174 Accessibility
175 General management
177 Software update
178 User manual
178 About phone
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Basics
Read me first
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
•
You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
•
If you have questions about an app provided with the device, contact a Samsung Service
Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service providers.
•
Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the
Settings
app and
tap
About phone
→
Status
.
•
Do not modify the device’s operating system or install an operating system from
an unofficial source to avoid device malfunctions, data corruption or loss, or
incompatibility. Violations of the above regulation will void your warranty.
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Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Device overheating situations and solutions
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging, the
device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance
and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot, the charger
may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
•
If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
•
When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
The wireless charging is only available on supported models.
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When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on
the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.
•
During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
•
When downloading large files
•
When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
–
When playing high-quality games for extended periods
–
When recording videos for extended periods
–
When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
–
When connecting to a TV
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While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
–
When using Multi window
–
When updating or installing apps while recording videos
–
When downloading large files during a video call
–
When recording videos while using a navigation app
•
When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
•
When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
•
When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
•
When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
•
When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
•
When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
•
When you are roaming
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Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Keep the device updated with the latest software.
•
Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
•
Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
•
Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Device limitations when the device overheats
When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.
•
If the device becomes hotter than usual, a device overheating message will appear. To
lower the device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be
limited and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and you will only be
able to make emergency calls until the device cools down.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, a power off message will
appear. Turn off the device, and wait until it cools down.
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Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.
•
Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
•
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•
Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
•
Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
•
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.
•
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
Device layout and functions
Package contents
Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.
•
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
•
You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
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Device layout
Back key
Iris recognition camera
Navigation key
Front camera
Dial key
Delete key
Pause key
Confirm key
SIM card / Memory card tray
Internal touchscreen
Alphanumeric keys
Home key
Recents key
Iris recognition LED
Speaker
Loud speaker
Proximity/Light sensor
Lock key
SIM/USIM card switch key
Power key
Silent mode key
Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) /
Headset jack
Microphone
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Back key
Rear camera
Recents key
Heart rate sensor
Flash
MST antenna Volume key
Bixby key
External touchscreen
Home key
GPS antenna
Fingerprint recognition sensor
Main antenna
Wireless charging coil
NFC antenna
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
–
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with screen accessories, such as a
screen protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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Keys
Key Function
Power
•
Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
•
Press to end a call.
•
Press to return to the Home screen.
Recents
•
Press to open the list of recent apps.
Home
•
Press to return to the Home screen.
•
Press and hold to launch a preset app.
Back
•
Press to return to the previous screen.
SIM/USIM card
switch
•
Press to switch between SIM and USIM cards.
•
Press and hold to access the card management setting.
Navigation
•
Press to scroll through options.
Confirm
•
Press to select the highlighted option or confirm an input.
Dial
•
Press to make or answer a call.
•
Press to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.
Delete
•
Press in a text field to delete a preceding character.
Alphanumeric
•
Press to enter characters, numbers, and symbols.
•
Press and hold the 1 key on the Home screen to access
voicemails.
•
Press and hold the 8 key on the Home screen or on the
keypad to call the “XinXiTianXia” 400 VIP Call Centre.
Pause
•
Press and hold to display the app shortcuts panel.
•
Press and hold on the keypad to enter a pause.
•
Press in a text field to open the symbols panel.
Silent mode
•
Press and hold on the Home screen to switch to silent
mode.
•
Press in a text field to switch between text input modes.
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Key Function
Volume
•
Press to adjust the device volume.
Bixby
•
Press to open Bixby Home. Refer to Bixby for more
information.
Lock
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to turn off the device.
Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor.
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2 Plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack.
3 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.
4 After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the device. Then, unplug the charger
from the electric socket.
Charging with a Micro USB cable
Connect the Micro USB connector to charge the battery with a Micro USB cable. Do not plug a
Micro USB cable into your device’s multipurpose jack. Doing so may damage the device.
The Micro USB connector is used for charging the battery and connecting to a
computer via the Micro USB cable.
Micro USB Connector
Micro USB Cable
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Charging other devices
Use the USB connector (USB Type-C) to charge another mobile device with your device’s
battery.
Plug the USB connector (USB Type-C) into your device’s multipurpose jack, and connect your
device and the other device via the other device’s USB cable.
When charging starts, the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.
Your device The other
device
USB Connector
(USB Type-C)
The other device's
USB cable
The app selection pop-up window that appears on your device is for data transfer. Do
not select an app from the pop-up window.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
•
Optimise the device using the smart manager feature.
•
When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Lock key.
•
Activate power saving mode.
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•
Close unnecessary apps.
•
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
•
Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as emails.
•
Decrease the backlight time.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
Battery charging tips and precautions
•
When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
•
If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
•
Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.
•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
•
If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging.
•
If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.
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Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a wireless
charger (sold separately).
Charging the battery
1 Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger.
The estimated charging time will appear on the screen. The actual charging time may
vary depending on the charging conditions.
2 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger.
Precautions for wireless charging
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger with a credit card or radio-
frequency identification (RFID) card (such as a transportation card or a key card)
placed between the back of the device and the device cover.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger when conductive materials, such
as metal objects and magnets, are placed between the device and the wireless
charger.
The device may not charge properly or may overheat, or the device and the cards
may be damaged.
•
If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose
network reception.
•
Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the
battery may not charge properly.
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SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
Installing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
You can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or service
providers for a single device. In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM
cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.
Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more
information about service availability, contact your service provider.
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1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing
downwards. Place the primary SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 ( 1 ) and the secondary SIM
or USIM card on the tray 2 ( 2 ).
Tray 2
Tray 1
The phone cannot support two CDMA cards at the same time.
4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.
5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
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Correct card installation
Nano-SIM card
Nano-SIM card
Nano-SIM card
microSD card
•
Use only a nano-SIM card.
•
You cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time.
Removing the SIM or USIM card
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Remove the SIM or USIM card.
4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
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Using dual SIM or USIM cards
If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for
a single device.
Activating SIM or USIM cards
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Connections
→
SIM card manager
. Select a SIM or USIM
card and tap the switch to activate it.
If both cards are activated, you can receive calls and messages on each card. However,
if you are on a call using one card, the other card cannot be used to receive new calls.
These situations apply to voice and video calls.
Customising SIM or USIM cards
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
SIM card manager
, and then select a SIM or
USIM card to access the following options:
•
Icon
: Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card.
•
Name
: Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card.
•
Network mode
: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.
Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards
When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, data services, and NFC
payment services to specific cards.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
→
SIM card manager
, and then set the feature
preferences for your cards in
PREFERRED SIM CARD
.
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Memory card (microSD card)
Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and
type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.
•
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
•
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
•
The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat
the card or will not recognise the card. To use the memory card, you must format it.
If your device cannot format or recognise the memory card, contact the memory
card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre.
•
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
•
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
My Files
→
SD card
folder.
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1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be
disabled.
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3 Place a memory card on the tray 2 with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
Tray 2
Tray 1
4 Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the
tray.
5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
General management
→
Storage
→
→
Storage settings
→
SD card
→
UNMOUNT
.
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Remove the memory card.
4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the
device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing
so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or
device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from
the misuse of external storage devices.
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Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
General management
→
Storage
→
→
Storage settings
→
SD card
→
Format
.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Turning the device on and off
Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-
screen instructions to set up your device.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key or the Lock key, and then tap
Power off
.
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Restarting the device
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume
Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Power key
Volume Down key
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Emergency mode
You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps
and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send
your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more.
Activating emergency mode
To activate emergency mode, press and hold the Power key or the Lock key, and then tap
Emergency mode
.
•
Emergency calls cannot be made if a SIM/UIM card is not installed, your device
cannot connect to a network, or no network is available.
•
The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.
Deactivating emergency mode
To deactivate emergency mode, tap
→
Disable Emergency mode
. Alternatively, press and
hold the Power key or the Lock key, and then tap
Emergency mode
.
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Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-
screen instructions to set up your device.
•
The initial setup procedures may vary depending on the device’s software and the
service provider.
•
To set up your device, you must insert a SIM or USIM card.
1 Turn on the device.
2 Select your preferred device language and select
START
.
Select a language.
3 Select a Wi-Fi network and connect to it.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device
features during the initial setup.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.
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5 Sign in to your Samsung account. You can enjoy Samsung services and keep your data
up to date and secure across all of your devices. Refer to Samsung account for more
information.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.
7 Set a screen lock method to protect your device. You can protect your personal
information by preventing others from accessing your device. To set the screen lock
method later, tap
No, thank you
.
8 Get your content from a previous device. Refer to Transferring data from your previous
device for more information.
9 Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.
10
Select features you want to use and complete the initial setup.
The Home screen will appear.
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Samsung account
Introduction
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your
Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without
signing in to your account.
Create your Samsung account with your email address.
To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit
account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, launch the
Settings
app
and tap
Accounts
→
Accounts
→
Samsung account
→
Help
.
Registering your Samsung account
Registering a new Samsung account
If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts
→
Accounts
→
Add account
.
2 Tap
Samsung account
→
CREATE ACCOUNT
.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.
Registering an existing Samsung account
If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts
→
Accounts
→
Add account
.
2 Tap
Samsung account
→
SIGN IN
.
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3 Enter your email address and password, and then tap
SIGN IN
.
If you forget your account information, tap
Forgotten ID or password?
You can find your
account information when you enter the required information.
4 Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap
AGREE
.
5 Tap
DONE
to finish registering your Samsung account.
Removing your Samsung account
When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as
contacts or events, will also be removed.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts
→
Accounts
.
2 Tap
Samsung account
and tap the account to remove.
3 Tap
→
Remove account
→
REMOVE ACCOUNT
.
4 Tap
OK
, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap
REMOVE ACCOUNT
.
Transferring data from your previous device
You can transfer content, such as images, contacts, and messages, from your previous device
wirelessly or through a USB connector (USB Type-C) via Smart Switch.
•
This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•
Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/cn/smartswitch for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to
transfer.
Smart Switch
Transfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. To use Smart Switch, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts
→
Smart Switch
. If you do not have the app, download it
from
Galaxy Apps
.
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Transferring data using a USB connector (USB Type-C)
You can connect your previous device to your device with the USB connector (USB Type-C)
and a USB cable to easily and quickly transfer data.
1 Plug the USB connector (USB Type-C) into the multipurpose jack of your device.
2 Connect your device and the previous device using the previous device’s USB cable.
USB Connector
(USB Type-C)
Your devicePrevious device
The previous device's
USB cable
3 When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap
Smart Switch
→
RECEIVE
.
4 In the previous device, tap
ALLOW
.
If you do not have the app, download it from
Galaxy Apps
.
Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will
appear.
5 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from the previous device.
Do not disconnect the USB cable or USB connector (USB Type-C) from the device
when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
Transferring data increases the battery power consumption of your device. Ensure
that your device is sufficiently charged before transferring data. If the battery power is
low, data transfer may be interrupted.
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Transferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
1 On the previous device, launch Smart Switch.
If you do not have the app, download it from
Galaxy Apps
.
2 On your device, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts
→
Smart Switch
.
3 Place the devices near each other.
4 On the previous device, tap
WIRELESS
→
SEND
→
CONNECT
.
5 On your device, tap
WIRELESS
→
RECEIVE
and select the previous device type.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.
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Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from www.samsung.com/cn/smartswitch. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/cn/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
5 Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
Viewing imported data
You can view the imported data on the same app from your previous device.
If your new device does not have the same apps to view or play the imported data, the data
will be saved to a similar app. For example, if you import memos and your device does not
have the Memo app, you can view the memos in the
Samsung Notes
app.
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Understanding the screen
Controlling the touchscreen
•
Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
•
To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
•
Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the
device.
•
It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.
Tapping
Tap the screen.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds.
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Dragging
Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap the screen.
Swiping
Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right.
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Spreading and pinching
Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, all apps, and more.
To view other panels, swipe to the left or right.
A widget
Favourite apps
Screen indicators
Bixby Home indicator. View your
customised content.
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Moving items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel,
drag it to the side of the screen.
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.
1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
2 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
Enter folder name
and
enter a folder name.
•
Adding more apps
Tap
ADD APPS
on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap
ADD
. You can also add an app
by dragging it to the folder.
•
Moving apps from a folder
Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting a folder
When you move every app from a folder, the folder will be deleted. Tap and hold an app
to drag it to a new location.
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Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add,
delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.
•
Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .
•
Moving panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.
•
Wallpapers and themes
: Change the device’s wallpaper, theme, or icons.
•
Widgets
: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide
information and convenient access on your Home screen. Tap and hold a widget, and
then drag it to the Home screen. The widget will be added on the Home screen.
•
Home screen settings
: Change the size of the grid to display more or fewer items on the
Home screen and more.
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Using the separate Apps screen
You can set to use separate Apps screen. The Apps screen will display icons for all apps,
including newly installed apps. The Home screen will display shortcuts to apps and widgets.
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap
Home screen settings
→
Home screen layout
→
Home and Apps screens
→
APPLY
.
To open the Apps screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Home screen. To return to
the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the
Home key or the Back key.
Home screen Apps screen
If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping
the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area and tap
Home screen settings
→
Apps button
→
Show Apps button
→
APPLY
. The Apps button will be added at the
bottom of the Home screen.
Apps button
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Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
Icon Meaning
No signal
/ Signal strength
/ Roaming (outside of normal service area)
/ Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
/ LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models)
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Vibration mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery charging
Battery power level
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Lock screen
Pressing the Lock key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.
If the screen is off, press the Lock key to turn on the screen.
Locked screen
Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen and security
→
Screen lock type
, and then select a method.
When you set a pattern, PIN, password, face, fingerprint, or iris for the screen lock method,
you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device.
After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever
unlocking it.
•
Swipe
: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.
•
Pattern
: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.
•
PIN
: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.
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•
Password
: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock
the screen.
•
None
: Do not set a screen lock method.
•
Face
: Register your face to unlock the screen. Refer to Face recognition for more
information.
•
Fingerprints
: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint
recognition for more information.
•
Iris
: Register your irises to unlock the screen. Refer to Iris recognition for more
information.
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen and security
→
Secure lock settings
, and then tap the
Auto
factory reset
switch to activate it.
Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the
captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.
Capturing a screenshot
Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in
Gallery
.
•
Key capture: Press and hold the Volume Down key and the Power key simultaneously.
•
Quick setting button capture: Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the
notification panel, and then tap
Capture screen
.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
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After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the
screen:
•
Bixby Vision
: Recognise content using Bixby Vision and search for relevant information.
•
Scroll capture
: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated
page, such as a webpage. When you tap
Scroll capture
, the screen will automatically
scroll down and more content will be captured.
•
Draw
: Write or draw on the screenshot.
•
Crop
: Crop a portion from the screenshot. The cropped area will be saved in
Gallery
.
•
Share
: Share the screenshot with others.
If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
, and then tap the
Smart capture
switch to activate it.
Notification panel
When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear
on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and
view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.
You can open the notification panel, even on the locked screen.
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You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
View the notification details and
perform various actions.
Clear all notifications.
Launch Settings.
Access the notification settings.
Quick setting buttons
SIM and USIM card feature
preferences. Tap to access the
SIM card manager.
Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons.
To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap
→
Button order
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to
another location.
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Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and
more.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.
Break to the next line.
Delete a preceding character.
Enter symbols.
Enter numbers. Change the input language.
Enter a space.
Hide the keyboard.
Additional keyboard functions
Changing the input language
Tap the input language key to switch between the input languages. Tap
→
Languages
and types
→
MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES
, and then select the languages to use.
Changing the keyboard layout
Tap
→
Languages and types
, select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use.
On
Pinyin 3 x 4 keyboard
, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap
the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
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Additional keyboard functions
•
: Add an item from the clipboard.
•
→
PY. QWERTY
: Switch to qwerty pinyin mode.
•
→
PINYIN 3 x 4
: Switch to 3x4 pinyin mode. To enter a character, tap the
corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
•
→
SHUANGPIN
: Switch to shuangpin mode. To view the character input map, tap
→
Chinese input options
→
ShuangPin keyboard
.
•
→
STROKE
: Switch to stroke mode. Tap stroke keys to enter a character. Tap when
you are unsure about which stroke to enter.
•
→
HALF-SCREEN HANDWRITING
or
FULL-SCREEN HANDWRITING
: Switch to
handwriting mode.
•
→
WUBI
: Switch to wubi mode.
•
: Enter text by voice.
•
: Enter emoticons.
•
: Open the text editing panel.
•
: Change the keyboard for one-handed operation.
•
: Change the keyboard settings.
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Copying and pasting
1 Tap and hold over text.
2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
Select all
to select all text.
3 Tap
Copy
or
Cut
.
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap
Paste
.
To paste text that you have previously copied, tap
Clipboard
and select the text.
Dictionary
Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.
1 Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up.
If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag or to select the desired text.
2 Tap
More
→
Dictionary
on the options list.
If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap
Move to Manage dictionaries
→
next to a dictionary to download it.
3 View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window.
To switch to the full screen view, tap . Tap the definition on the screen to view more
definitions. In the detailed view, tap to add the word to your favourite words list or tap
Search Web
to use the word as a search term.
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Apps and features
Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Apps
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung
Galaxy devices.
Launch the
Galaxy Apps
app.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or tap the search field to search for a keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
INSTALL
. To purchase
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.
To change the auto update settings, tap
→
Settings
→
Auto update apps
, and then
select an option.
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Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
Tap and hold an app and select an option.
•
Disable
: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.
•
Uninstall
: Uninstall downloaded apps.
Enabling apps
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Apps
→
→
Disabled
, select an app, and then tap
ENABLE
.
Setting app permissions
For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your device. When you open an app, a pop-up window may appear and request access
to certain features or information. Tap
ALWAYS ALLOW
on the pop-up window to grant
permissions to the app.
To view your app permission settings, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Apps
. Select an app
and tap
Permissions
. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the
Settings
app
and tap
Apps
→
→
App permissions
. Select an item and tap the switches next to apps to
grant permissions.
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not
function properly.
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Bixby
Introduction
Bixby provides various contents you need by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.
•
Bixby Home: You can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides
by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.
•
Bixby Vision
: You can easily search for relevant information about objects or locations
using the Bixby Vision features.
•
Reminder
: You can create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later.
•
To use the Bixby feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile
network.
•
To use the Bixby feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.
Press the Bixby key to open Bixby Home. To close Bixby Home, press the key again.
Bixby Home
Upcoming reminder
Press the Bixby key.
Available Bixby services may differ depending on the region or service provider.
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Starting Bixby
When you launch Bixby for the first time, the Bixby intro page will appear. You must register
and sign in to your Samsung account according to the on-screen instructions and agree to
the terms and conditions.
1 Press the Bixby key.
Bixby key
2 Check the Bixby intro page and tap
NEXT
.
3 Tap
SIGN IN
and follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Samsung account.
If you are already signed in, this step will not appear.
4 Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap
NEXT
.
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Using Bixby Home
On the Bixby Home screen, you can view recommended services and information that Bixby
provides by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.
1 Press the Bixby key. Alternatively, swipe to the right on the Home screen.
The Bixby Home screen will appear.
2 Swipe upwards or downwards to view recommended content.
Upcoming reminder
Recommended content
3 To close Bixby Home, press the Bixby key again. Alternatively, swipe to the left on the
screen.
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Using recommended content on Bixby Home
When you open Bixby Home, you can view the content that is frequently updated as Bixby
cards. Swipe upwards or downwards to view the Bixby cards.
For example, on the way to the office in the morning, you can view your day’s schedule and
play your favourite music on the Bixby Home screen. In the evening, you can set alarms, check
your daily activity, and view your friends’ feeds.
Bixby cards
The content and order of the cards update automatically at a specified interval. To
manually update cards, swipe downwards on the screen.
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Viewing Bixby cards
The cards that are most useful to you will be shown on the top based on the time and
location. You can view more cards by setting more apps to show as Bixby cards.
On the Bixby Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to view Bixby cards.
•
At night, Bixby Home will display your alarm for the following morning.
•
If you have added reminders, the most recent reminder will appear on the Bixby Home
screen.
•
View the most recent event created in your planner. Tap a card to view its details.
•
Check today’s weather for your current area in real time and view your location
information.
•
Preview the photos and videos you have taken today.
•
View updated news.
Editing Bixby cards list
•
To pin a card to the top of the Bixby Home screen, tap
→
Pin to top
. To unpin a card, tap
.
•
To hide a card from the list, tap
→
Hide for now
.
•
To stop displaying a card on the list, tap
→
Don’t show again
.
Selecting apps to show as Bixby cards
Add or delete apps to show as cards on the Bixby Home screen.
On the Bixby Home screen, tap
→
Settings
→
Cards
and tap the switches next to items to
add or delete them.
If an app is not installed on the device, you must install it to use it. On the Bixby Home
screen, tap
→
Settings
→
Apps with cards
and then download an app.
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Bixby Vision
You can easily search for relevant information about objects or locations using the Bixby
Vision features.
Activate Bixby Vision and search for products online or nearby places. You can also translate
detected text.
Use the following Bixby Vision features:
Search for shopping information.
Detect and translate text.
Search for similar images.
Search for nearby places.
Search for wine information.
Read QR codes.
•
To use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
To use this feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.
•
The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or
service provider.
•
This feature may not be available or you may not get correct search results
depending on the image resolution.
•
Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby Vision.
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Launching Bixby Vision
You can launch Bixby Vision using various methods.
•
In the
Camera
app, tap
BIXBY VISION
.
•
In the
Gallery
app, select an image and tap .
•
In the
Internet
app, tap and hold an image and tap
Bixby Vision
.
•
Capture a screen and select
Bixby Vision
on the toolbar.
Camera Gallery Internet Screen capture toolbar
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Searching for shopping information
Recognise products and search for information online. You can search for information
even when you do not know the product’s name. You can also search for information by
recognising the product’s barcode.
For example, if you want to search for the product’s information online, use the Bixby Vision
features. The device will search for and show you the results.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep the object within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When the object is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
You can view the product’s details if there is related information online.
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Detecting and translating text
Detect text in an image to share or translate it.
For example, if you want to know what a sign says while travelling abroad, use the Bixby
Vision features. The device will detect the sign’s text and translate it into the language you
select.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep business cards or text within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When text is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
•
Save in Contacts
: Save the information extracted from the business card as a contact.
•
Extract
: Detect text and share it with others. You can edit the text before sharing it.
•
Translate
: Detect text and translate it. Select a target language.
Extract
Translate
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Setting languages for text detection
1 Activate Bixby Vision.
2 Tap
→
Settings
→
Select languages
.
3 Select
Documents
or
Business cards
, check languages to use, and then tap
DONE
.
Searching for similar images
Search for images similar to the recognised object online. You can view various images with
properties similar to the object, such as colour or shape.
For example, if you want to know the title of a photo or image, use the Bixby Vision
features. The device will search for and show you related information or images with similar
characteristics.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep the object within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When the object is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
Searching for nearby places
Search for landmarks or information about nearby places. You can use this feature when you
find a way or search for nearby places.
For example, if you want to search for cafes in your current area, use the Bixby Vision features.
The device will search for and show you nearby cafes.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep the object or place within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When the area is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
The device will show information of nearby places.
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Finding nearby places in Live view
You can view nearby places through the camera.
1 Launch the
Camera
app and tap
BIXBY VISION
.
2 Tap .
When you move your device, nearby places in the direction where the camera is facing
will appear on the screen.
To view your current location and nearby places on the map, hold your device
horizontally to the ground.
Searching for wine information
Detect the information from a wine label and search for information on the wine.
For example, if you find your favourite wine or want to know more about a wine, use the
Bixby Vision features.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep the wine label within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When the wine label is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
The information about the wine label will appear.
Reading QR codes
Recognise QR codes and view a variety of information, such as websites, photos, videos,
maps, and business cards.
1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object and activate Bixby Vision.
2 Keep the QR code within the frame in the camera’s viewfinder to recognise it.
When the QR code is recognised, the available search icons will appear.
3 Tap .
The QR code’s information will appear.
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Reminder
Create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later. You will receive
notifications at the preset time or location for each reminder.
•
To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
To fully use this feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.
•
To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be activated.
Starting Reminder
You can start Reminder from Bixby Home.
1 Press the Bixby key. Alternatively, swipe to the right on the Home screen.
The Bixby Home screen will appear.
2 Tap
GET STARTED
on the
UPCOMING REMINDERS
card.
The Reminder intro page will appear.
Add the app icon
to the Home
screen.
3 Make sure the
Add icon on Home screen
option is ticked and tap
START
.
If you add the
Reminder
app icon ( ) to the Home screen, you can launch the
Reminder
app from the Home screen.
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Creating reminders
Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you create a reminder with
a specified time or location setting. You can also save various content, such as a single memo
or webpage address, and view it later.
Creating reminders via the Reminder app
For example, create a reminder to alert you to ‘take your medicine at 9 AM’.
1 Launch the
Reminder
app.
2 Tap
Write a reminder
and enter ‘Take medicine’.
3 Tap
Set conditions
→
Specific date and time
and set the time to ‘9 AM’.
When you tap
VIEW MORE
, you can add details, such as images or frequency.
4 Tap
SAVE
to save the reminder.
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Creating reminders while browsing the Internet
While browsing the Internet, you can create reminders to view the content later.
1 While browsing the Internet, tap
→
Share
.
2 Tap
Reminder
.
The webpage address will be saved as a reminder automatically.
To set the data, time, or location manually, tap .
Checking reminder notifications
At the preset time or location, a notification pop-up window will appear. Tap
COMPLETE
or
SNOOZE
.
Viewing the reminders list
Launch the
Reminder
app to view your reminders list. To view reminder details, select a
reminder.
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Setting reminder details
Add or edit reminder details, such as frequency, date and time, or location.
1 Select a reminder to edit and tap
EDIT
. Alternatively, swipe right on a reminder and tap
Edit
.
2 Edit the conditions and tap
SAVE
.
Reminder conditions
Add an image.
Checklist
Repeat interval
Reminder information
Completing reminders
Mark reminders that you do not need to be reminded of as complete.
On the reminders list, select a reminder and tap
COMPLETE
. When a notification pop-up
window appears, tap
COMPLETE
.
Restoring reminders
Restore reminders that have been completed.
1 On the reminders list, tap
→
Completed items
→
EDIT
.
2 Tick items to restore and tap
RESTORE
.
Reminders will be added to the reminders list and you will be reminded at the preset
times.
Deleting reminders
To delete a reminder, swipe right on a reminder and tap
Delete
. To delete multiple reminders,
tap and hold a reminder, tick reminders to delete, and then tap
DELETE
.
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Customising Bixby settings
On the Bixby Home screen, tap
→
Settings
.
•
Samsung account
: View your Samsung account information.
•
Cards
: Select apps to show as cards on the Bixby Home screen.
•
Show on Lock screen
: Select apps to show as cards when opening Bixby Home on the
locked screen.
•
Apps with cards
: View apps that are available as Bixby cards. You can also download
more apps to show as Bixby cards.
•
Bixby key
: Select whether to open Bixby home when you press the Bixby key.
•
Auto-update Bixby
: Set the device to update Bixby software automatically when
connected to a mobile network.
You can incur additional charges when using this feature.
•
Notifications
: Set to receive notifications about Bixby Home cards, marketing
information, and more.
•
Privacy
: Set to use Bixby’s interactive and customised services to enhance your
experience. You can also delete Bixby interaction data.
•
About Bixby
: View the Bixby version and legal information.
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Phone
Introduction
Make or answer voice calls.
Making calls
1 Launch the
Phone
app and enter a phone number.
If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad.
2 Tap or to make a voice call.
Yellow Pages search results
Preview the phone number.
Hide the keypad.
Delete a preceding character.
Access additional options.
Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Tap
RECENTS
or
CONTACTS
, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to
make a call.
If this feature is deactivated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
, and then tap
the
Swipe to call or send messages
switch to activate it.
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Using speed dial
Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.
To set a number to speed dial, tap
→
Speed dial
, select a speed dial number, and then add a
phone number.
To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10
and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.
For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and
hold 3.
Making calls from the locked screen
On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.
Making calls using Yellow Pages
You can easily search for businesses and then call them using the call ID data provided by
Yellow Pages.
Tap
YELLOW PAGES
and enter numbers or characters in the search field. The device
automatically displays the businesses identified in the search. Select a business to call.
Making an international call
1 Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen.
2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.
3 Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap or .
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Receiving calls
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the rejection message bar upwards.
You can send a text message or a sticker to reject a call. If
Add reminder
is selected, a
reminder will be saved to alert you of the rejected call one hour later.
To create various rejection messages, launch the
Phone
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Call
blocking
→
Quick decline messages
, enter a message, and then tap .
Missed calls
If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view
the list of missed calls. Alternatively, launch the
Phone
app and tap
RECENTS
to view missed
calls.
Blocking phone numbers
Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Call blocking
→
Black list
→
BLACK
LIST
.
2 Tap
→
Add manually
or
Add from Contacts/Phone log
.
3 Enter a phone number or tick contacts, and then tap
DONE
.
You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap
SETTINGS
and tap the
Block anonymous calls
switch to activate the feature.
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Options during calls
During a voice call
The following actions are available:
Access additional options.
Switch to a Bluetooth headset if
it is connected to the device.
Turn off the microphone so that
the other party cannot hear you.
Open or close the keypad.
Activate or deactivate the
speakerphone.
End the current call.
Record a call conversation.
Increase the volume.
•
When using the speakerphone, keep the device away from your ears.
•
When you record a call conversation, the file will be saved to
My Files
→
Internal
storage
→
Call
.
•
If the area around the rear camera is covered, unwanted noises may incur during
a call. Remove accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers, around the rear
camera area.
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Adding a phone number to Contact
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad
1 Launch the
Phone
app.
2 Enter the number and tap
ADD TO CONTACTS
.
If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad.
3 Tap
Create contact
to create a new contact, or tap
Update existing
to add the number to
an existing contact.
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
RECENTS
.
2 Tap a caller’s image, or tap a phone number
→
Details
.
3 Tap
CREATE CONTACT
to create a new contact, or tap
UPDATE EXISTING
to add the
number to an existing contact.
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Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact
1 Launch the
Contacts
app, tap , and then select a storage location.
2 Enter contact information.
Select a storage location.
Add an image.
Open more information fields.
Scan contact information from a
business card.
Enter contact information.
Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save
may vary.
3 Tap
SAVE
.
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Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Import/Export contacts
→
IMPORT
.
2 Select a storage location to import contacts from.
3 Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap
DONE
.
4 Select a storage location to save contacts to and tap
IMPORT
.
Searching for contacts
Launch the
Contacts
app.
Use one of the following search methods:
•
Scroll up or down the contacts list.
•
Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it
quickly.
•
Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Tap the contact’s image, or tap the contact’s name
→
Details
. Then take one of the following
actions:
•
: Add to favourite contacts.
•
: Make a voice call.
•
: Make an IP call.
•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
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Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Share
.
2 Select contacts and tap
SHARE
.
3 Select a sharing method.
Saving and sharing profile
Save and share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others
using the profile sharing feature.
•
The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.
•
The profile sharing feature is only available for contacts who have activated the
profile sharing feature on their device.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and select your profile.
2 Tap
EDIT
, edit your profile, and tap
SAVE
.
3 Tap
→
Profile sharing
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
To use the profile sharing feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view
your contacts’ updated profile information in
Contacts
.
To set additional items to share, tap
Shared content
and tap the switches next to the
items you want to activate them.
To set a contact group to share your profile with, tap
Share with
and select an option.
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Creating groups
You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Groups
→
CREATE
.
2 Enter a group name.
To set a group ringtone, tap
Group ringtone
and select a ringtone.
3 Tap
Add member
, select contacts to add to the group, and then tap
DONE
.
4 Tap
SAVE
.
Sending a group message
You can send a group message to a group’s members at the same time.
Launch the
Contacts
app, tap
→
Groups
, select a group, and then tap
→
Send message
.
Merging duplicate contacts
When you import contacts from other storages, or sync contacts with other accounts, your
contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline
your contacts list.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Merge contacts
.
2 Tick contacts and tap
MERGE
.
Deleting contacts
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Delete
.
2 Select contacts and tap
DELETE
.
To delete contacts one by one, open the contacts list and tap a contact’s image or tap a
contact’s name
→
Details
. Then tap
→
Delete
.
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Messages
Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation.
Sending messages
You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap .
2 Add recipients and tap
COMPOSE
.
3 Enter a message.
Access additional options.
Enter a message.
Add recipients from the contacts
list.
Enter emoticons.
Attach files.
Edit recipients.
Send the message.
4 Tap or to send the message.
Viewing messages
Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming.
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap
CONVERSATIONS
.
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2 On the messages list, select a contact.
3 View your conversation.
To reply to the message, enter a message and tap or .
Blocking unwanted messages
Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Block messages
→
Black list
→
BLACK LIST
.
2 Tap
→
Add manually
or
Add from Contacts/Phone log
.
3 Enter a phone number or tick contacts, and then tap
DONE
.
Setting the message notification
You can change notification sound, display options, and more.
1 Launch the
Messages
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Notifications
, and then tap the switch to
activate it.
2 Change the notification settings.
•
Notification sound
: Change the notification sound.
•
Vibrate when sound plays
: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages.
•
Pop-up display
: Set the device to display messages in pop-up windows.
•
Preview message
: Set the device to display message content on the locked screen
and in pop-up windows.
Setting a message reminder
You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications.
If this feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Notification
reminder
, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, tap the
Messages
switch to activate it.
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Internet
Introduction
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.
Browsing webpages
1 Launch the
Internet
app.
2 Tap the address field.
3 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap
Go
.
To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
To switch between tabs quickly, swipe to the left or right on the address field.
Bookmark the current webpage.
Floating quick menu button
Open the homepage.
Move between pages. Open the browser's tab
manager.
Access additional options.
Refresh the current webpage.
View your bookmarks, saved
webpages, and recent browsing
history.
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Using secret mode
In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can
lock secret mode using a password and your fingerprint or irises.
Activating secret mode
In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap
Tabs
→
TURN ON SECRET MODE
. If you are
using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.
In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.
Changing security settings
You can change your password or the lock method.
Tap
→
Settings
→
Privacy
→
Secret mode security
→
Change password
. To set
your registered fingerprint or irises as the lock method along with the password, tap the
Fingerprints
or
Irises
switch to activate it. Refer to Fingerprint recognition or Iris recognition
for more information about using your fingerprints or irises.
Deactivating secret mode
In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap
Tabs
→
TURN OFF SECRET MODE
.
Using the quick menu
You can access menus quickly by tapping the floating quick menu button on the bottom
left of the screen.
•
Share
: Send the website address you are browsing with other people or add the address
to apps such as
Samsung Notes
or
Reminder
.
•
New tab
: Open a new tab.
•
Night mode on
: Activate the night mode to make the display suitable for browsing web
page in dark conditions.
•
Webpage text size
: Adjust the web page text size by dragging the bar to the left or right.
If you cannot find the quick menu button , tap
→
Extensions
→
Quick menu
, and then
tap the switch to make the button appear.
If you cannot find a certain quick menu, tap the quick menu button
→
and select a
quick menu to activate.
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Email
Setting up email accounts
Set up an email account when opening
Email
for the first time.
1 Open the
Samsung
folder and launch the
Email
app.
2 Select an email service, enter the email address and password, and then tap
SIGN IN
.
To manually register an email account, tap
MANUAL SETUP
.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
To set up another email account, tap
→
→
Add account
.
If you have more than one email account, you can set one as the default account. Tap
→
→
→
Set default account
.
Sending emails
1 Tap to compose an email.
2 Add recipients and enter an email text.
3 Tap
SEND
to send the mail.
Reading emails
When
Email
is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve
emails, swipe downwards on the screen.
Tap an email on the screen to read it.
If email syncing is disabled, new emails cannot be retrieved. To enable email syncing,
tap
→
→
your account name, and then tap the
Sync account
switch to activate
it.
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Camera
Introduction
Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.
Camera etiquette
•
Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.
•
Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.
•
Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s
privacy.
Launching Camera
Use the following methods to launch Camera:
•
Launch the
Camera
app.
•
Press the Home key twice quickly.
•
On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.
•
Some camera features are not available when you launch the
Camera
app from the
locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set.
•
If photos you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.
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Using swipe gestures
Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the
shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply various filters or effects.
Front camera/Rear camera Shooting modes/Filters and
effects
Basic shooting
Taking photos or recording videos
1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. To take a series of photos, tap and
hold .
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Camera settings
Switch between
the front and rear
cameras.
Options for
current shooting
mode
Record a video.
Take a photo.
Bixby Vision
Preview
thumbnail
Stickers list
Current mode
•
You can add another camera button on the preview screen. Drag to the location
you want on the screen. This feature is available only in
Auto
and
Selfie
modes.
•
To adjust the brightness of photos or videos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar
appears, drag on the adjustment bar towards or .
•
To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
•
To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To use auto
focus mode, tap .
•
To use the Bixby Vision features, tap
BIXBY VISION
. Use the camera to recognise
objects or locations to search for products online or nearby places. You can also detect
text and translate it. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information.
•
The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.
•
The camera automatically shuts off when unused.
•
Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device
may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
•
Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle photos or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.
•
The maximum recording time may reduce when you record video at high
resolution.