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Table of Contents
GETTING STARTED

1

Introduction

2

About the User Guide

2

Get Support from Sprint Zone

2

Set Up Your Phone

3

Parts and Functions

3

Battery Use

5

Insert the Battery

5

Remove the Battery

5

Charge the Battery

6

Turn Your Phone On and Off

7

Use the Touchscreen

8

Activate Your Phone

11

Complete the Setup Screens

11

Basic Operations
Basics

13
13

Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List

13

Phone Settings Menu

14

Capture Screenshots

14

Phone Number

14

Airplane Mode

14

Enter Text

15

Samsung Keyboard

15

Google Voice Typing

16

Tips for Editing Text

17

Google Account

17

Create a Google Account

17

Sign In to Your Google Account

18

Factory Reset Protection

18

Samsung Account

19

Google Play Store

19

Lock and Unlock Your Screen

20

Update Your Phone

20

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Your Phone's Home Screen

24

Home Screen Basics

24

Home Screen Layout

24

Extended Home Screens

25

Status Bar

25

Notification Panel

27

Customize the Home Screen

28

Change the Wallpaper

29

Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen

29

Add Widgets to the Home Screen

29

Add Folders to the Home Screen

29

MAKING CONNECTIONS
Phone Calls and Voicemail
Place and Answer Calls

31
32
32

Call Using the Phone Dialer

32

Call Emergency Numbers

33

Answer Phone Calls

33

In-Call Screen Layout and Operations

35

Place a Call from Contacts

36

Call from Call Log

37

Voicemail

37

Voicemail Setup

37

Visual Voicemail Setup

38

Review Visual Voicemail

39

Visual Voicemail Options

39

Configure Visual Voicemail Settings

40

Optional Calling Services

41

Wi-Fi Calling

41

Caller ID Blocking

42

Call Waiting

42

Conference Calling

42

Call Forwarding

43

Call Settings
Contacts

43
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Contacts Screen Layout

47

Add a Contact

48

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View Contacts

49

Edit a Contact

49

Delete a Contact

49

Favorites

50

Groups

50

Share a Contact

52

Profile Sharing

53

Import Contacts

53

Back Up Contacts

54

Contacts Settings

54

Messaging

55

Text and Multimedia Messaging

55

Send a Text Message

55

Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)

55

Save and Resume a Draft Message

57

New Messages Notification

57

Manage Message Conversations

58

Messages Settings

60

Gmail

60

Email

60

Set Up an Email Account

60

Add an Email Account

61

Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account

61

Create and Send an Email Message

62

Open Email Messages

63

Delete an Email Account

63

Manage Your Email Inbox

64

Email Settings

64

Internet and Social Networking

66

Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks)

66

4G LTE

66

Your User Name

66

Data Connection Status and Indicators

67

Browser

67

Use the Browser

67

Add a Bookmark

68

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View Browser History

68

Open New Browser Tabs

68

Browser Settings

69

Chrome Browser

69

Facebook

69

Google Duo

69

Google Messenger

70

Instagram

70

Messenger

70

Global Services

71

Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account

71

Your Phone’s SIM Card for International GSM Roaming

71

Enable Global Roaming Mode

72

Set the Communications Method for Global Use

72

Select a Carrier

73

Make and Receive Worldwide Calls

73

Sprint International Voicemail Service

74

Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use

74

Access Your Voicemail Internationally

74

International Data Roaming
Access Email and Data Services Internationally
Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service
Connectivity

75
76
76
78

Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer

78

Wi-Fi

79

Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network

79

Disconnect Wi-Fi

80

Wi-Fi Direct

80

Bluetooth

81

Enable the Bluetooth Feature

81

Pair Bluetooth Devices

81

Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device

82

Send Information Using Bluetooth

83

Receive Information Using Bluetooth

83

Hotspot

84

Tethering

84

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APPS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Camera and Video

86
87

Camera Overview

87

Take Pictures and Record Videos

88

Take a Picture

88

Record Videos

89

Shooting Mode

89

Camera Settings

90

Switch Cameras

90

Set Camera Functions

91

Productivity

93

1Weather

93

AAA

93

Calculator

93

Calendar

94

Add an Event to the Calendar

94

View Calendar Events

95

Sync Calendars

96

Calendar Settings

96

Caller ID

96

Clock

97

Set Alarms

97

Additional Clock Features

98

Drive

99

Google Maps

99

Google Search

99

Lookout

99

My Files

99

Photos

100

Samsung Notes

101

Secure Folder App

102

Secure Wi-Fi

102

Sprint Family Locator

102

Sprint Worldwide

103

Tech Expert

103

Uber

103

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Entertainment and Activities

104

Amazon

104

Amazon Kindle

104

Amazon Music

104

Amazon Prime Photos

104

Amazon Prime Video

104

App Spotlight

104

Audiobooks

105

DraftKings

105

Galaxy Apps

105

Gallery

105

View Pictures and Videos

106

Edit Pictures

108

Share Pictures and Videos

109

Google Play Music App

110

Google Play Movies &TV

110

Loot

110

NextRadio

111

Playphone

111

S Health

111

Samsung+

113

Sprint Music Plus

113

Sprint Spot

114

Sprint Zone

114

Texture

114

YouTube

114

SETTINGS
Connections Settings

115
116

Wi-Fi Settings Menu

116

Bluetooth Settings

117

Phone Visibility

118

Data Usage Settings

119

Airplane Mode Settings

119

Mobile Networks Settings

120

Location Settings

120

More Connection Settings

122

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Nearby Device Scanning

122

Printing

122

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

123

Wi-Fi Calling Settings

125

Hotspot and Tethering Settings

125

Hotspot Settings

125

Tethering Settings

126

Device Settings
Sounds and Vibration Settings

127
127

Sound Mode

127

Vibrate While Ringing

127

Volume

127

Ringtones and Sounds

128

Vibration Pattern

129

Notification Sounds

129

Do Not Disturb

129

System Sounds

130

Key-tap Feedback

131

Sound Quality and Effects

131

Notifications Settings

132

Display Settings

132

Brightness

132

Screen Zoom and Font

132

Home Screen Settings

133

Easy Mode

133

Icon Frames

134

Status Bar Settings

134

Screen Timeout

134

Screen Saver

134

Advanced Features Settings

135

One-Handed Mode

135

Other Advanced Features Settings

135

Apps Settings

136

Apps Overview

136

Default Applications

138

App Permission Settings

139

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Personal Settings
Wallpapers and Themes Settings

140
140

Wallpaper

140

Themes

140

Icons

140

Lock Screen and Security Settings

141

Screen Lock

141

Unknown Sources

143

Secure Folder Settings

143

Secure Startup

143

Encrypt SD Card

143

Other Security Settings

143

Cloud and Accounts Settings

145

Samsung Cloud Settings

145

Accounts Settings

146

Backup and Restore

147

Google Settings

148

Accessibility Settings

149

Vision Accessibility Settings

149

Hearing Accessibility Settings

150

Dexterity and Interaction Settings

150

Configure Other Accessibility Settings

151

System Settings
General Management Settings

153
153

Language and Input Settings

153

Date and Time Settings

154

Reset

154

Factory Data Reset

155

Device Maintenance Settings

156

Optimize Now

156

Battery Settings

157

Storage Settings

157

microSD Card Settings

158

RAM

160

System Updates

160

About Device

161

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GETTING HELP
For Assistance

164

Troubleshooting

164

Sprint Account Information and Help

165

Sprint Account Passwords

165

Manage Your Account

166

Sprint Support Services

166

Legal Information

167

Health & Safety and Warranty

167

Intellectual Property

167

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability

168

Samsung Knox

169

Restricting Children’s Access to Your Mobile Device

169

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

169

Copyright Information
INDEX

163

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Getting Started
The topics in this section will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide
an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.

Getting Started

1

Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.

About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy J7 Perx. The following topics explain how best
to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.

Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone
thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase.
Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's home screen, which is displayed by
pressing Home

. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.

Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key
labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your phone's display.

Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as “phone,” “device,” or “handset.” A
microSD™, microSDHC™, or microSDXC™ card is referred to as an “SD card” or a “memory
card.”

Get Support from Sprint Zone
Access support for your phone and service through the preloaded Sprint Zone app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Sprint Zone

.

2. From the Sprint Zone main page, tap Support.

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Set Up Your Phone
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your Samsung phone and
wireless service the first time.

Parts and Functions
This topic illustrates your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample
images only.

Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and keys.
Front View

Part

Description

Earpiece

Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.

Proximity sensors

Detect when objects are close to the screen. For example, when you
hold the phone to your ear while on a phone call, the sensors
temporarily lock the screen to prevent accidental screen touches.

Power/Lock key

Turn the phone or screen on or off, enable Emergency mode, or
restart the phone.

Back key

Returns you to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the notification panel, or the keyboard.

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Part

Description

Home key

Returns you to the home screen.

Recent Apps key

Access recently used apps.

Touchscreen

Display information needed to operate your phone, such as the call
status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap
access to all of your features and applications.

Volume key

Adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume
during a call.

Front camera

Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and
allows you to video conference.

Back View

Part

Description

Microphone

Transmit your voice for phone calls or record your voice or ambient
sounds for voice recordings and videos. There are two microphones,
one on the top and one on the bottom.

Flash

Help illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera
is focusing and capturing a picture or video.

Rear camera

Take pictures and videos.

USB charger/accessory
port

Connect the phone to the charger using a USB cable.

Headset jack

Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.

Speaker

Play ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the
caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

Caution: Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

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Battery Use
The following topics explain how to insert and remove your phone’s battery.

Insert the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert your phone’s battery safely and properly.
1. Remove the battery cover.

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Lift gently in the direction shown.

Caution: When removing the back cover, use the slot next to the Volume key to gently lift the cover
off. Pulling on the Speaker (located next to Power button) may cause damage.

Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Using excessive force on the cover
during removal or installation of an internal component can cause the material to break.
2. Insert the battery.

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Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone.

3. Attach the battery cover.
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Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Remove the Battery
Follow these instructions to remove your phone’s battery. Always power the phone off before
removing the battery.

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1. Remove the battery cover.

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Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Remove the battery.

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Lift upward gently as shown.

Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using the included charging head and USB
cable.
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head
and USB cable) is included with the device, for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the device while charging.
Tip: This device is also compatible with Samsung-approved wireless charging devices (sold
separately).
Battery Cautions
Caution: Recharge your battery only with Samsung-approved chargers which are specifically
designed for your phone. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause
damage.
Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the phone with no battery charge remaining. Saved
information and settings may become lost or changed, or the phone may become unusable.
Charge once every six months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.

Charge Using the AC Adapter (Charging Head)
It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your
device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive
Fast Charging.

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1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port.

2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard
outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.

Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.

Turn Your Phone On
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Press and hold the Power/Lock key.

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See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen
lock.
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the
Setup Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.

Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu.
2. Tap Power off > Power off to turn the phone off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).

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Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may
damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

Tap
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or
press buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.

Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and
hold the item.

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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.

Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick
strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or
message list.

Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a
bigger keyboard. See Samsung Keyboard for more details.

Note: Auto rotate needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down
the status bar to display the notification panel, and tap Portrait
changes to Auto rotate

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to enable Auto rotate. The icon

when it is enabled.

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Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or spread the screen to zoom in when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)

Activate Your Phone
Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending
on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may
need to activate it on your Sprint account.
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If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it should be activated and ready to use.

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If you received your phone in the mail, and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it
will activate automatically when you first turn it on.

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If you're swapping phones for a number already on your Sprint account, go to
sprint.com/activate and follow the instructions.

To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit sprint.com/support
for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-2114727 from another phone.
Note: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the
Power/Lock key cancels the activation process. If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit
sprint.com/support.

Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your
phone has been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup
process.
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From the Welcome screen, select a language and tap Start to get started. To skip any section,
tap Next or Skip.

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Note: On the Welcome screen, there may be an Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or
hard of hearing, tap Accessibility to change the accessibility settings.

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Basic Operations
The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.

Basics
The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.

Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List
Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the Apps list.
1. From any screen press Home
2. Tap Apps

to display the home screen.

to display the Apps list.

3. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.
For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.

Select Options and Navigate Screens
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Tap icons, keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
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Tap Back

to return to the previous screen.

Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key.

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Tap Recent Apps

to view a list of recently used applications.

Phone Settings Menu
You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

.

– or –
Pull down the status bar and tap Settings

.

Capture Screenshots
You can use your phone’s power and home keys to capture screenshots. Screenshots will be saved
in the phone's Gallery. See Gallery for details.
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Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Home key at the same time to capture a screenshot of
the current screen.

Phone Number
Follow the instructions below to display your phone’s wireless phone number.
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From home, tap Apps
field.

> Settings

> About device

. See the My phone number

Airplane Mode
Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your phone on so you
can use apps that do not require a signal or data.
To turn on airplane mode:
1. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel.
2. Pull it down again to display additional Quick settings, and then tap Airplane mode
Turn on.
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The Airplane mode icon
enabled.

>

will be displayed in the status bar when Airplane mode is

To turn off airplane mode:
1. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel.
2. Pull it down again to display additional Quick settings, and then tap Airplane mode

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Enter Text
You can type on your phone using the touchscreen Samsung keyboard or Google™ voice typing.
Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you are using them. For
example, if you are entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an
enter key.

Samsung Keyboard
Use the touchscreen Samsung keyboard for entering text. The keyboard appears automatically
when you tap a text entry field, and can be used in either portrait or landscape mode. You can also
use the Google voice typing option to enter text using your voice.
The Samsung keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping
keys (like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster
and more accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.

Assign Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry
If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung
keyboard to be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while
entering text.
Note: The Samsung keyboard is the default text input method on your phone. Additional keyboards
and input methods are available for download from the Google Play™ store.
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From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> General management
> Language and input
> Virtual keyboard > Manage keyboards, and then tap Samsung keyboard to enable it.

Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text
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Tap or swipe across keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options:
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If you make a mistake, tap Delete

to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold Delete

to delete a whole word or field.
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Tap Shift
to change the case of the text (the arrow will turn blue). Tap Shift
switch to all capitals (the key will turn blue).

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Tap Symbols

to switch to a symbols keyboard. There are two symbol keyboards; to

switch between them, tap Symbols (1 of 2)
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Tap Google voice typing
Google Voice Typing.
Touch and hold Options

.

to switch to Google voice typing to enter text by speaking. See

to open an options menu. Select from the following options.

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Voice input to switch to Google voice typing.

o

Clipboard to view items currently copied to the clipboard.

o

Emoticon to display a list of emoticons.

o

One-handed input keyboard to switch to a keyboard that you can use with just one
hand.

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or Symbols (2 of 2)

Keyboard settings to view the Samsung keyboard settings menu.

If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe
your finger over Spacebar

to switch between languages.

Configure Samsung Keyboard
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From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> General management
> Virtual keyboard > Samsung keyboard.

> Language and input

Google Voice Typing
Use Google voice typing instead of the keyboard to enter text by speaking.

To enable Google voice typing:
1. Tap Voice input
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on the Samsung keyboard.

You may need to touch and hold Options

to find it.

2. Speak your text.

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Note: Tap Settings
typing.

> Languages to download additional languages for use with Google voice

Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google voice typing:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps
and input > Virtual keyboard.

> Settings

> General management

> Language

2. Tap Google voice typing for options.
For more information, see Language and Input Settings.

Tips for Editing Text
Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and
pasting. Touch and hold text to highlight it, and then select from the following options:
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Cut: Remove the selected text and save it to the clipboard.

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Copy: Copy the selected text to the clipboard.

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Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field.

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Clipboard: View and select items copied to the clipboard.

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Share: Send the text with others using a variety of sharing methods.

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Select all: Highlight all the text in the field.

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Dictionary: Look up a word in the installed dictionary. If a dictionary is not yet installed for the
current language, you will be prompted to install an available dictionary.

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Assist: Launch the Google app to search for more information.

Google Account
You will need a Google Account to access several phone features such as Gmail™, Google Maps™,
and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter
your account information. These applications sync between your phone and your online Google
Account.
Google Account Cautions
Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password.

Create a Google Account
If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one using your phone.

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1. From home, tap Apps
Add account.

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts >

2. Tap Google, and then tap Or create a new account.

3. Follow the prompts to set up your account.

Sign In to Your Google Account
If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to
sign in to your Google Account.
1. From home, tap Apps
Add account.

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts >

2. Tap Google, and then tap Email or phone.
3. Enter your Gmail address and password, and then tap Next.
4. Complete any additional screens if prompted.

Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is automatically
turned on. Factory Reset Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using your device if it is reset
to factory settings without your permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen and a factory
data reset is performed, only someone with your Google Account username and password can use
the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have your
Google Account username and password. For more information, see Factory Data Reset.

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Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any
other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.

Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP)
security feature.

Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Cloud and accounts

.

> Accounts > Google.

3. Select a Google Account, and then tap More options > Remove account.
4. Repeat until all configured Google Accounts have been removed from the device.

Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device.
1. From home, tap Apps
Add account.

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts >

2. Tap Add account > Samsung account.

Google Play Store
Google Play is the place to go to find new Android™ apps, books, movies, and music for your phone.
Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games to
bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you can easily
download and install it on your phone.
Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your phone from Google Play (provided
by Google Inc.). Sprint is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality,
reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions
(viruses, etc.).
Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may
access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the thirdparty application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or
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found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, do not use
the application.
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From home, tap Apps

> Play Store

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Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.

Lock and Unlock Your Screen
Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock
it when you need it.

Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
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To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key. Pressing the Power/Lock key again
or receiving an incoming call will turn on your phone screen and show the lock screen.

To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time
when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone’s screen is
off.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings.

Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it.
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If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern, enter the
password, or enter the PIN. See Screen Lock.

Update Your Phone
From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply
updates through the Apps
manually menu.

> Settings

> System updates

> Download updates

Software Update Cautions
During update: The phone cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take
time to update your phone’s software.
Signal during update: Update your phone where signal reception is good, and do not change
location during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before
beginning an update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail.
An update failure may disable the phone.

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Other functions during update: Other phone functions cannot be used during a software
update.

Before Updating Your Phone
Updating your phone may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your phone
(malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). You must back up all critical information before
updating your phone firmware.
Back Up All Data Prior to Update
To back up your Google/Gmail information:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts > Google.

2. Tap On/Off next to each option to enable backup.
3. Tap More options

> Sync now to sync your Google Account information.

To back up your Exchange Mail information:
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts >

2. Tap On/Off next to each option to enable backup.
3. Tap More options

> Sync now to sync your Google Account information.

You can back up stored text messages by forwarding them to your own phone number. Open the
messages after you have updated your firmware. To back up stored text messages:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. Select the text message from the list to view the message thread.
3. Touch and hold on a portion of the text message from the string. The Message options context
menu appears.
4. Tap Forward.
5. Enter your phone number and tap Send.
To restore your Google apps following the update:
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Play Store

.

> My apps & games > All tab.

3. Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to

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reinstall.
4. Follow the prompts.
Note: Your Google app purchases are reloaded remotely and can be re-installed after the update is
applied.
As an added precaution, to preserve any data on your optional microSD card (not included), please
unmount it from your phone prior to starting the update process. From home, tap Apps
Settings
> Device maintenance
SD card > Unmount.

> Storage

> More options

>

> Storage settings >

Update Your Phone’s Software
Once you have backed up all your data, use the Download updates manually option to update
your phone’s software.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System updates

.

2. Tap Download updates manually.
Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notification panel.
1. Locate the System Update Available icon (

) in notifications.

2. Pull down the status bar.
3. Tap System Update Available

to open the System Updates screen.

4. Tap Download and follow the prompts.
5. Tap Restart and install to complete the process.

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Confirm Your Current Phone Software
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> About device

.

2. Locate the Software version read-only field.

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Your Phone's Home Screen
The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the
status bar, and use the notification panel.

Home Screen Basics
The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can
customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

Home Screen Layout
Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display
additional screens.

Item

Description

Status area

The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays phone and service
status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi® and data
connectivity, ringer status, and time.

Status bar

The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status (on the
right side) and notifications (on the left side).

Widget

Widgets are simple application extensions that run on your phone’s home
screen.

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Item

Description

Application icons

Application icons are shortcuts to favorite applications. You can add and
remove these shortcuts as you wish.

Applications (Apps)

Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The Apps list icon is a primary
shortcut available from all home screens.

list
Primary shortcuts

Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same
location on all of your phone’s home screens. These are customizable
except for the Applications (Apps) shortcut, which remains static.

Notification area

The notification area of the status bar (on the left) displays notifications for
incoming messages, missed calls, application updates, and more. Pull
down the status bar to display the notification panel.

Tip: Press the Home key to return to the main home screen from any other screen.

Extended Home Screens
In addition to the main home screen, your phone features extended home screens to provide more
space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press the Home key to display the main home screen
and then swipe the screen right or left to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
Additional screens are available in addition to the main home screen.
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If you are not already using the maximum number of screens for your phone, you can add more
screens by touching and holding an empty space on a home screen, sliding the thumbnails to the
left, and then tapping Add page

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While on an extended screen, press the Home key to return to the main home screen.

Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the
right side and notification alerts on the left. To view the notification panel or access the quick settings
menu, pull down the status bar from the top of the screen.

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Main Status Icons
Icon

Status
Bluetooth® is active.
GPS is active.
Wi-Fi is active.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
Mute mode is enabled.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Cellular network signal strength is displayed.
Roaming network signal strength is displayed.
The device is connected to a 3G wireless network.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Wi-Fi calling is active.
Airplane mode is active.
Battery is charging.
Battery is fully charged.
Connected as a mobile hotspot.

Main Notification Icons
Icon

Notification
A call has been missed.
A call is on hold.
New voicemail message has been received.
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New text or MMS message.
A calendar event is approaching.

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Icon

Notification
A USB connection is active.
An alarm has been set.
A new Emergency alert has arrived.
An app update is available from the Google Play store.
File is being uploaded or sent.
An app update was successful.
View additional notifications.

Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be accessed through the
notification panel.

Notification Panel
Your phone’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full
notification panel by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download
updates, open messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.

Notification Panel Layout
The notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu.

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Items
Settings

Description
Display the Settings screen.

Quick settings Quickly enable or disable a feature.
Expand

See all available Quick settings, adjust screen brightness, and more.

Notifications

View details about notifications.

Clear
notifications

Clear all notifications.

Open the Notification Panel
1. Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)
2. Drag down Expand

to display additional quick settings.

Close the Notification Panel
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Slide the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.)
– or –
Tap Back

to close the notification panel.

Notification Panel Quick Settings
The Quick settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used
settings options. Scroll left or right to display all available settings, and tap an icon to turn the selected
feature on or off.

Customize the Home Screen
Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the
home screen.

Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen
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Moving widgets and icons: From home, touch and hold an item, and then drag it to the
desired location.

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Deleting widgets and icons: From home, touch and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove
.

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Displaying the home screen menu: From home, touch and hold an empty space to display
the home screen menu. Menu options include Wallpapers and themes, Widgets, and Screen
grid settings. You also have the option to add or remove home screens.

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Change the Wallpaper
Select and assign your phone’s background wallpaper.
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers and themes
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You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps
Settings

> Wallpapers and themes

>

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2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper, and then select:
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Home screen to set the background wallpaper for your home screen.

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Lock screen to set the wallpaper for your phone’s lock screen.

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Home and lock screens to set a wallpaper for both your home screen and your lock
screen.

3. Tap Set as wallpaper.

Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen
You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen.
1. From home, tap Apps

.

2. Touch and hold an app icon to select it.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on the home screen.

Add Widgets to the Home Screen
You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are simple application extensions that
run on your phone’s home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like as an onscreen
application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks,
Facebook™ status windows, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Widgets

.

2. Touch and hold a widget icon.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on the home screen.

Add Folders to the Home Screen
You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder, and then drag it on top of
another shortcut and release it.

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2. Type a name, and then tap Back

.

3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut, and then drag it on top of the
new folder.

Change Folder Names
Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display.
1. From home, tap the folder to open it, and then tap the folder name.
2. Type a new name, and then tap Back

.

Change the Folder Color
You can change the color of a folder.
1. From home, tap the folder to open it.
2. Tap Palette

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Making Connections
The topics in this section will cover your phone’s ability to help you make connections, from phone
calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services.

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Phone Calls and Voicemail
The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use
voicemail, and more.

Place and Answer Calls
The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use
the in-call screen options.

Adjust In-Call Volume
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Adjusting call volume: Press the Volume key up or down during the call.

Troubleshooting
Problem: Difficulty during call.
Solution 1: It may not be possible to make a call properly in a noisy location.
Solution 2: When calling using Speaker, check the call volume. Raising the call volume may
make calling difficult.
Problem: Sound pops momentarily during a call.
Solution: Are you changing location while calling? Sound pops when signal is weak and the
phone switches to a different area.

Call Using the Phone Dialer
The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s dialer screen.
1. From home, tap Phone
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Tap Keypad

to display the phone screen.

if the keypad is not displayed.

2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number.
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As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you
want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number.

3. Tap Dial

to call the number.

4. To end the call, tap End

.

Troubleshooting
Problem: Call does not connect.

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Answer 1: Was the number dialed using the area code? If not, try dialing using the full 10-digit
number including the area code.
Answer 2: Are you in an area with poor wireless coverage? Try calling again from another area.

Call Emergency Numbers
You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted.
To call the 9-1-1 emergency number when the phone’s screen is locked with a screen lock:
1. From the lock screen, swipe Phone
2. Tap 9-1-1, and tap Dial

up, and then tap Emergency call.

.

To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted:
1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen.
2. From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

3. Tap 9-1-1, and tap Dial

.

.

Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information
This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E 91-1 emergency location services where available.
When you place an emergency 9-1-1 call, the GPS feature of your phone seeks information to
calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and
access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your
approximate location.
Important: Always report your location to the 9-1-1 operator when placing an emergency call.
Some designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), may
not be equipped to receive GPS location information from your phone.

Answer Phone Calls
The following information lets you know how to answer incoming calls, mute the ringer on incoming
calls, reject incoming calls, and more.
When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the
caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from
someone who is not stored in Contacts, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on
the Incoming call screen.
Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail.

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Answer an Incoming Call
1. When a call arrives, slide Answer

2. To end the call, tap End

to the right to answer it.

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Mute the Ringing Sound
To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do either of the following:
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Press the Volume key down.

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Place the phone face down on a level surface.

Reject an Incoming Call
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When a call arrives, slide Reject

to the left to reject it.

Reject a Call and Send a Text Message
You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller.
1. When a call arrives, slide Send message up from the bottom of the screen.

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2. Tap one of the messages to send it to the caller.
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You can edit the reject messages through the Call settings menu. From the phone app, tap
More options
message.

> Settings > Quick decline messages and edit or create a reject

In-Call Screen Layout and Operations
While you are on a call, you will see a number of options.

In-Call Screen Layout
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Tap options to activate them during a call.

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Add call: Initiate a conference call (3-way call).

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Merge: Join two currently active calls (conference).

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Extra volume: Increase the call volume.
Bluetooth: Route the phone’s audio through a connected Bluetooth headset (On) or
through the speaker (Off).
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When the call is routed to a Bluetooth headset, the current call area shows the
Bluetooth call icon

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To route the current call back to the phone, tap Headset to temporarily use the phone.
Tap it again to route the call back to the connected Bluetooth headset.

Speaker: Route the phone’s audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off).
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Activate Speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the
speaker volume using the Volume key.)

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Deactivate Speaker to use the phone’s earpiece.

Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during
speakerphone use.
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Keypad/Hide: Toggle the appearance of the onscreen keypad. Show the keypad to enter
additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code.

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Mute: Mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to unmute the microphone.

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End

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Tap More options during a call to display a list of additional in-call features:

: End the current call.

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Add to Contacts: Add the current caller to your Contacts list.

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View contact: If the current caller is in your Contacts list, this option displays the current
caller's contact information.

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Send message: Send a text or multimedia message while remaining on the call.

Place a Call from Contacts
You can place phone calls directly from entries in your Contacts list.
1. From home, tap Phone

to display the phone app.

2. Tap Contacts to display the Contacts list.
3. Tap a contact.
4. Tap Call

next to the number you want to call.

5. To end the call, tap End

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Tip: You can also place a call directly from the Contacts list. Swipe the entry you want to call from left
to right to place a call to the entry’s primary number.

Call from Call Log
The call log list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing, or missed numbers.
1. From home, tap Phone

to display the phone app.

2. Tap Recents to display the call log list.
3. Tap an entry to display options.
4. Tap Call
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to place a call.

For additional options, tap the name or number.

5. To end the call, tap End

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Tip: You can also place a call directly from the Call log. Swipe the entry you want to call from left to
right to place a call to the entry’s primary number.

Voicemail
The following topics describe how to set up and use your phone's voicemail and visual voicemail
features.

Voicemail Setup
Follow the instructions below to set up voicemail on your phone. Your phone automatically transfers
all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
1. From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

.

2. Touch and hold the 1 key to dial your voicemail number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
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Create your passcode.

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Record your name announcement.

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Record your greeting.

Important: Voicemail Passcode – It is strongly recommended that you create a passcode when
setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a passcode, anyone who
has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.

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Visual Voicemail Setup
This topic describes the Visual Voicemail feature of your phone's service, as well as the steps
required to set up Visual Voicemail on your phone.

About Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now, you can find the
exact message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This
feature periodically goes out to your voicemail, and gathers the caller information from all of the
current voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of
time and priority level of the voicemail message.

Set Up Visual Voicemail
Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail.
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your
phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or
turned off.
Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Voicemail Setup.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Voicemail

.

– or –
Tap Phone

, and then tap Voicemail

to access your Visual Voicemail.

2. Scroll through the Welcome to Visual Voicemail introduction screens to view a brief explanation
of the visual voicemail services.
3. At the end of the welcome screens, a Personalize your voicemail prompt displays.
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If prompted, grant Visual Voicemail permissions to access your phone, contacts, and so on.

4. Tap Personalize and follow the system prompts to:
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Create a passcode (part of standard voicemail).

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Record your name announcement.

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Record your greeting.

Important: Voicemail Passcode – It is strongly recommended that you create a passcode when
setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a passcode, anyone who
has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.

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Review Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Voicemail

2. Tap a message, and then tap Play
3. Tap Back

.

to review it.

to return to the voicemail inbox to review additional messages.

Visual Voicemail Options
Your Visual Voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Voicemail

.

2. The following options are available when viewing the voicemail Inbox.
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More options : Access Search, Settings, and Help features.
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New Voice SMS: Send a voice message to friends.

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New Avatar message: Send an animated voice message to friends.

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Search: Search your voice messages.

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Upgrade to Premium: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service.
This service requires an additional monthly charge.

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Store: Access the Visual Voicemail store to purchase avatars, backgrounds, and more.

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Help: View help topics for Visual Voicemail.

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Settings: Customize your Visual Voicemail settings.

3. Tap a message to review it. The following options are available while listening to voicemail
messages.
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Call

: Dial the number the message came from.

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Reply

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More options : Access Archive, Settings, and Help features.

: Reply to the message using text or voice message.

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Delete: Delete selected messages.

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Share: Send the message using Wi-Fi Direct, social accounts, and so on.

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Archive message: Save this message.

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Upgrade to premium: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service.
This service requires an additional monthly charge.

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Help: View help topics for Visual Voicemail.

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Settings: Customize your Visual Voicemail settings.

4. Touch and hold a message to manage your messages. The following options are available:
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Delete

: Delete selected messages.

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More options : Select additional options.
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Archive: Save this message.

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Mark as Read: Mark this voicemail as being read.

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Mark as Unread: Mark this voicemail as not being read.

Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings,
and more.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap More options

> Voicemail

.

> Settings.

3. Select an option to change its settings:
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Avatar: Configure you Avatar options.
Display: Change your voicemail message theme and enter a name to identify yourself to
people when replying or forwarding messages.

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Help/Info: View help topics for using Visual Voicemail.

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Preferences: Change your Visual Voicemail application preferences.

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Sound: Change your sound/speakerphone options.

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Updates: Check for updates.

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About Voicemail: View information about the application.

Change Your Main Greeting Using the Voicemail Menu
Your main greeting can be changed directly using the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access
saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.

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1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap More options

> Voicemail

.

> Settings > Preferences > Personalize voicemail.

3. Tap OK to connect to the voicemail system. Follow the prompts to change your current greeting.

Edit the Display Name Using the Voicemail Menu
From your Visual Voicemail menu, you can quickly change the name or number attached to your
voice messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap More options

> Voicemail

.

> Settings > Display > Display name.

3. Tap the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to identify
you to recipients of your voice messages).
4. Tap OK to save your information.

Optional Calling Services
The following topics outline additional voice-related services available with your phone.

Wi-Fi Calling
Wi-Fi Calling uses Wi-Fi networks to help improve voice and data coverage. It sends and receives
calls and text messages over a connected Wi-Fi network and may offer better coverage in buildings
and areas of poor cellular reception.

Set Up Wi-Fi Calling
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wi-Fi Calling

.

2. Follow the prompts to set up Wi-Fi Calling.
Note: When using Wi-Fi calling, the phone app icons differ slightly. Tap Dial
and tap End

to place a call,

to end a call.

Tip: For more information about Wi-Fi Calling, visit this FAQ link at sprint.com/support.

Enable or Disable Wi-Fi Calling
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wi-Fi Calling

.

2. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi Calling on or off.

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Tip: You can also turn Wi-Fi Calling on or off through the quick settings menu. Pull down the status
bar to display the quick settings menu and tap Wi-Fi Calling

to enable or disable the feature.

Caller ID Blocking
Caller ID identifies a caller before you answer the phone by displaying the number of the incoming
call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, follow these steps.
1. From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

.

2. Tap * 6 7.
3. Enter a phone number.
4. Tap Dial

.

To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service.

Call Waiting
When you are on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your
phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it
is available).
To respond to an incoming call while you are on a call:
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Slide Answer

to the right. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.)

To switch back to the first caller:
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Tap Swap

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Note: For those calls where you do not want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call
Waiting by tapping * 7 0 before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you
end the call.

Conference Calling
With conference calling, also known as 3-way calling, you can talk to two people at the same time.
When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls.
1. On the Phone screen, enter a number and tap Dial
Contacts).
2. Once you have established the connection, tap
place the call from Recents or Contacts).

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3. When you are connected to the second party, tap Merge
session.
4. To end the three-way call, tap End

. Your conference call is now in

.

Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay
connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected.

Call Forwarding
Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your
phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have activated Call
Forwarding.
Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.
To activate Call Forwarding:
1. From home, tap Phone

.

2. Tap * 7 2.
3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded.
4. Tap Dial

. You will hear a confirmation tone.

To deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. From home, tap Phone

.

2. Tap * 7 2 0.
3. Tap Dial

. You will hear a confirmation tone.

Call Settings
Your phone’s Call Settings menu lets you configure your voicemail options and a number of other
settings for the phone application.

Use the Call Settings Menu
1. From home, tap Phone

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2. Configure your options.
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Tap a menu item to display its options.

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Select your options and follow the prompts to set them.

Call Settings Options
Use the Call Settings menu to adjust the following settings:
Setting

Description

Swipe to call or
send messages

Place a call to a displayed contact by swiping right. Send a message to a
displayed contact by swiping left.

Hide contacts
without numbers

Show contacts with phone numbers and hide other contacts.

Block numbers

Manage a list of automatically blocked phone numbers, and create or edit
messages to block incoming calls.

Quick decline
messages

Compose or edit response messages to send when declining incoming
calls.

Answering and
ending calls

Answer calls by pressing the Home key or using voice commands. End
calls by pressing the Power/Lock key or using voice commands.

Show caller
information

Show the communication history and related information for each caller.

Call alerts

Vibrate or play tones when calls are answered or ended. Alarms and
notifications can be turned off during calls.

Ringtones and
keypad tones

Select or create your default ringtone, set the phone to vibrate when
ringing, and play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.

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Setting
More settings

Voicemail

Description
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TTY mode: Enable service on your phone.

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Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality of your phone when using
hearing aids.

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US dialing: Replace + with the international dialing code, except
when entering +1.

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International dialing: Enter the international dialing code
automatically (only when US dialing is disabled).

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DTMF tones: Set the length of DTMF tones, which are used when
pressing the keypad while on a call.

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Service provider: View your service provider.

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Voicemail settings: View your voicemail number.

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Notification sound: Select your new voicemail notification sound.

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Vibrate: Set the phone to vibrate when new voicemail arrives.

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Voicemail settings: Set options for voicemail. See Voicemail Setup.

TTY Mode
A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that
allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to
communicate by telephone.
Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY
device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY device will
connect using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not
provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector
cable.
To turn TTY Mode on or off:
1. From home, tap Phone

> More options > Settings.

2. Tap More settings > TTY mode.
3. Tap TTY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO to turn TTY mode on.
– or –
Tap TTY Off to turn TTY mode off.

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Note: When enabled, TTY mode may impair the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the
headset jack.
Warning: 9-1-1 Emergency Calling
It is recommended that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including
Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications. Wireless
TTY calls to 9-1-1 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points (PSAPs),
rendering some communications unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to TTY
equipment or software used by PSAPs. This matter has been brought to the attention of the FCC,
and the wireless industry and the PSAP community are currently working to resolve this.

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Contacts
The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including
contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your
Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your
Facebook friends.
Contacts Cautions
Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period
or left uncharged. Accident or malfunction may also cause loss or change to information. It is
recommended that you keep a separate copy of contacts and other important information. Sprint
is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts.

Contacts Screen Layout
The following illustration shows your Contacts app layout and describes the various features.

Item

Description

Search

Search contacts.

More options

Access additional options.

Image

Tap to show the contact’s details.

Contact

Tap to view quick options.

Add new contact

Add a new contact.

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Add a Contact
You can add contacts from your phone’s Contacts application. Enter details such as name, phone
numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Add

> Contacts

.

to add a contact.

3. If you have multiple account types associated with your phone, select a contact type.
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Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced
automatically with your Google Account online.
Select Device as the sync account if you want your contacts on your phone only; they will not
be synced with your Google Account.
Select Samsung account if you want to save contacts to your Samsung account; these will
be synced automatically with your Samsung account online.

4. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.
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Name: Enter the name of the contact.

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Organization: Enter organization information for the contact.

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Phone: Enter the phone number for the contact.

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Email: Enter email addresses for the contact.

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Groups: Assign the contact to a group.

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More: Show additional fields such as Web address, Notes, Nickname, Website, etc.

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: Tap the picture icon to assign a picture to the contact.

Scan business card: Take a picture of a business card to add the information for the
contact.

Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile,
Home, or Work), tap the type to the right of the field and select the appropriate type.
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add
field.

on the right side of the entry

5. When you have finished adding information, tap Save.

Save a Phone Number
You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad.

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1. From home, tap Phone

.

2. Enter a phone number and tap Add to Contacts

.

3. To add the number to an existing contact, tap Update existing. To add a new contact, tap
Create contact.
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4. Tap Save.

View Contacts
View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap a contact to view quick options.
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Tap Call

to dial the contact’s default phone number.

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Tap Message

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Tap Details

to send the contact a message.
to view more information about the contact.

Edit a Contact
Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a
caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

2. Tap a contact, and then tap Details

.
.

3. Tap Edit.
4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save.

Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap a contact, and then tap Details

.

3. Tap More options > Delete.
4. Tap Delete.

Favorites
Marking contacts as favorites lists them at the top of the Contacts tab in the Phone app, allowing you
to quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts entries.

Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

2. Tap a contact, and then tap Details
3. Tap Favorite

.
.

to turn the star yellow

.

Remove Contacts from Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

2. Tap a contact, and then tap Details
3. Tap Favorite

to turn the star white

.
.
.

Make a Call from Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps

> Phone

> Contacts tab.

2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Call

.

Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your phone 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 home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Groups, and then tap Create.

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3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
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Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group.
Tap Group ringtone to select a ringtone for notifications for incoming calls from group
members.

4. Tap Add member and select a member or members to add to the new group, and then tap
Done.
5. Tap Save to save the new group.

Add Contacts to a Group
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Edit > Add member and select a member or members to add to the new group, and then
tap Done.
4. Tap Save.

Send a Message to a Group
You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in
their contact record.
A message to multiple recipients is treated as a group conversation.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More options > Send message.
4. Tap Recipients

to edit the group’s members receiving the message.

5. Continue to enter your message and send it. For more information, see Text and Multimedia
Messaging.

Send an Email to a Group
You can send an email to members of a group, if the members have an email address stored in their
contact record.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Groups, and then tap a group.

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3. Tap More options > Send email.
4. Select recipients from the group’s members.
5. Continue to choose an email account, or Gmail, and then enter your email and send it.

Delete a Group
You can delete any group you created. When removing a group, you will have the option to also
remove any members of the group from your accounts.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More options > Delete, and then tap Group only to delete only the group, or Group
and members to delete the group and all of its members.

Share a Contact
You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

2. Tap a contact and select Details

.

.

3. Tap Share.
4. Tap vCard file (VCF) to share the contact as a vCard file, or tap Text to share the contact
information in a text file.
5. Select a sharing method:
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Link sharing: Send large files to others, even to people who are not in your Contacts
(vCard only).
Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing
and sending using Bluetooth.

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Copy to clipboard: Save the information to the clipboard (Text only).

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Save to Drive: Save the information to your Google Drive™ account.

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Email: Send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account.
Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Create and
Send an Email Message for details on sending email.
Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment.

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Messages: Send the information in a text message. Select a contact or enter a wireless
phone number or email address, enter any additional information, and then tap Send.
For more information on text messaging, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).

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Messenger: Send the information using the Google Messenger™ app.

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Samsung Notes: Save the information in Samsung Notes (Text only).

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Wi-Fi Direct: Send the information to another device using Wi-Fi Direct. See Wi-Fi Direct.

6. Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method.

Profile Sharing
Share your profile information with your contacts. You can select which contacts you want to share it
with, as well as select additional information you want to share.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap Set my profile.
3. Tap Profile sharing, and then tap On/Off to enable the feature.
4. Set Profile sharing options:
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Share with: Share your profile with the public, all contacts, your favorite contacts, or
selected contacts.
Shared profile info: In addition to your name, status, and profile picture, you can share
your email, organization, address, and date of birth.

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Registered information: View and set the registered information for your phone number.

Import Contacts
Your phone offers a couple of options for importing contacts from installed SD memory cards or
external devices using USB.

Before Importing Contacts from an SD Card
You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your
phone before you can import contacts. See microSD Card Settings for SD card information.

Import Contacts from an SD Card or USB Storage
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Settings > Import/export contacts.

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3. Tap Import and follow the prompts to complete the import.

Back Up Contacts
If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up to the Cloud, you
can manually back them up to an optional installed SD card for re-import if needed.

Before Backing Up Contacts to an SD Card
You will need to have installed an SD card (not included) into your phone before you can back up
your contacts. See microSD Card Settings for SD card information.

Back Up Contacts to Your SD Card
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Settings > Import/export contacts.
3. Tap Export and follow the prompts to complete the export.

Contacts Settings
Configure options for contacts stored on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap More options > Settings to configure options.

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Messaging
With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share
information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and
corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging.

Text and Multimedia Messaging
With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless
phone and another messaging-ready phone. Multimedia messages, or MMS, can contain text and
pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture slideshows, contact cards (vCard), or
appointments (vCalendar). See your service plan for applicable charges for messaging.

Send a Text Message
Quickly compose and send text messages on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap Compose new message

.

3. To add recipients, you can:
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Enter phone numbers directly in the Recipient field. If you are sending the message to
several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter
information, any matching phone numbers from your contacts list are displayed. Tap a match
to enter that number or address directly.
Tap Add from Contacts , and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the
message. You can also select contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all the
message recipients, tap Compose.

4. Tap the Enter message field and then start composing your message.
5. When done, tap Send

to send the text message.

Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)
When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS)
with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments
(vCalendar).
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap Compose new message

.

3. To add recipients, you can:
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Enter phone numbers directly in the Recipient field. If you are sending the message to
several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter
information, any matching phone numbers from your contacts list are displayed. Tap a match
to enter that number or address directly.
Tap Add from Contacts , and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the
message. You can also select contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all the
message recipients, tap Compose.

4. Tap the Enter message field, and then start composing your message.
5. Tap Attach

.

6. In the Attach window, select from the following file attachments:
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Other: Select from the following sources:
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Image: Attach a stored picture. See View Pictures and Videos.

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Video: Attach a stored video. See Record Videos.

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Audio: Attach a stored music file or voice recording.

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Record audio: Make a voice recording and attach it.

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Samsung Notes: Attach a note. See Samsung Notes.

o

Calendar: Select the calendar event you want to attach. See Calendar.

o

Location: Add your current location (requires GPS to be turned on) or a location you
pick on a map to your message. See Google Maps.

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Contacts: Select a contact from your phone, and then select which contact information
you want to attach. See Contacts.

7. Tap Send

to send the MMS message.

Create a Slideshow
In a multimedia message, you can add slides, each containing a picture, video, or audio.
1. In the multimedia message you are composing, tap Menu
for a new slide.

> Create slideshow to add space

2. Tap the space for the slide.
3. To compose your slideshow, do any of the following:

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Add a picture: Tap Attach

> Image and select a picture.

Add a video: Tap Attach
> Video and select a video. (You cannot add both a picture
and a video on the same slide.)

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> Audio and select a file.

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For more options: Tap More options and select an option.

4. When you have finished composing the multimedia message, tap Done to end the slideshow,
and then tap Send

.

Tip: To compose a slide show, you can also simply attach multiple items separately to the MMS
message. Tap Attach
and select a file type, location, and file and then repeat it for additional
slides. Your phone will automatically compile a slide show.

Save and Resume a Draft Message
While composing a text or multimedia message, tap Back
as a draft.

to automatically save your message

To resume composing the message:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. Tap the message to resume editing it.
3. When you finish editing the message, tap Send

.

New Messages Notification
Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the
message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message.
New message

also appears in the notifications area of the status bar to notify you of a new text

or multimedia message. The Messages
displays the number of new messages.
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To open the message, pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. Tap the new
message to open and read it. For more information on reading and replying to messages see

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Manage Message Conversations.

Manage Message Conversations
Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are
grouped into conversations or message threads in the Messages screen. Text or MMS
conversations let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the
screen.

Read a Text Message
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On the Messages screen, tap the text message or conversation to open and read it.
If you have a new message notification, pull down the status bar to open the notification
panel. Tap the new message to open and read it.

To return to the Messages screen from a conversation, tap Back

.

Note: If a message contains a link to a Web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in
the Web browser.
Note: If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to
dial the number or add it to your contacts.

View a Multimedia Message (MMS)
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap a multimedia message or conversation to open it.
3. Tap the attachment to open it.
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information, see Contacts.
If the attachment is a vCalendar file, you can choose the calendar where you want to save
the event. For information on using Calendar, see Calendar.

4. To save the attachment to device memory or an SD card, touch and hold the attachment, and
then tap Save attachment on the options menu.
Note: When Auto retrieve in MMS settings is disabled, only the message header is downloaded. To
download the entire message, tap the Download button at the right side of the message.
Note: If you are concerned about the size of your data downloads, check the multimedia message
size before you download it.

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Reply to a Message
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap a conversation to open it.
3. Tap the text box at the bottom of the screen, enter your reply message, and then tap Send

.

Note: To reply to a text message with a multimedia message, open the text message, and then tap
either Menu
> Add subject or Attach. The text message is automatically converted into a
multimedia message.

Protect (Lock) a Message
You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the
conversation.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap a conversation.
3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock.
4. Tap Lock on the options menu. A lock icon is displayed at the right hand side of the message.

Delete Conversations
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. On the Messages screen, tap More options > Edit.
3. Select the conversations you want to delete.
4. Tap Delete and then tap Delete to confirm. Any locked messages will not be deleted.
Tip: You can also delete a conversation while you are viewing it. While viewing a conversation, tap
Menu
> Delete , and then tap Delete to confirm. If there are any locked messages in the
conversation, you will be asked if you want to delete protected messages.

Delete a Single Message
1. While viewing a conversation, touch and hold the message that you want to delete.
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If the message is locked, tap Unlock on the options menu and hold the message to display
the options menu again.

2. Tap Delete on the options menu.
3. When prompted to confirm, tap Delete.

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View Contact Information from a Message
When you have received a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the
contact’s picture or icon in the conversation to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored
contact information, you can view the contact details, place a phone call or send an email message
to the contact, and more.

Messages Settings
The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including
message limits, size settings, and notifications.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messages

.

2. Tap More options > Settings to configure settings.

Gmail
Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail
messages. Before using Gmail, you must register a Google (Gmail) Account on your phone. See
Google Account for details.
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From home, tap Apps

> Google

> Gmail

.

For more information, see support.google.com/mail.

Email
Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using
POP3 or IMAP, or access your ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.

Set Up an Email Account
Your phone supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts
set up at one time.
Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server
name, etc., so you can get set up successfully.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Email

.

2. Tap a configured Gmail account to use it with the Email app, or tap Add new account to add a
different email account.
3. Follow the prompts to set up your Gmail or email account.

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Add an Email Account
You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your
phone.

Add an Email Account from the Email App
You can add email accounts directly from the email app, even if you have another email account set
up.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Samsung

> Settings

3. Tap Add account

> Email

.

.

.

4. Follow the prompts to complete the account setup.

Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu
You can also set up email accounts from the Settings > Accounts menu.
1. From home, tap Apps
Add account > Email.

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts >

2. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Sign in.
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If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your
settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc.

3. Select your sync settings and then tap Next.
4. Enter an account name and a display name and tap Done to complete setup.
Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the phone database, you will be asked to
enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming
and outgoing server settings, before you proceed.

Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account
If you synchronize your phone with your Exchange ActiveSync account, you can read, manage, and
send email in the same easy way as with a POP3/IMAP account. However, you can also access
some powerful Exchange features.
Important: Before setting up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync Account, contact your company’s
Exchange Server administrator for required account settings information.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Cloud and accounts
Add account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.

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2. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Manual setup.
3. Enter the required information:
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Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by "\".

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Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive).

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Exchange server: Enter your system's Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this
information from your company network administrator.
Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system
requires SSL encryption.
Use client certificate: Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires
certification.

4. Follow the prompts to configure options for the account.
5. Enter an account name and a display name and tap Done to complete setup.

Create and Send an Email Message
Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your
productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
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> Samsung

> Email

.

If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the
screen and select another account.

2. Tap Compose new email

.

3. Enter the message recipient(s).
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To add recipients from Contacts, tap Add from Contacts
to include, and then tap Done.

, select the contact(s) you wish

4. Enter the email subject and message.
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attachment, and then tap Done.

5. Tap Send.

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Open Email Messages
You can open and read email messages directly from the email Inbox. Reading and replying to email
on your phone is as simple as on your computer.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Email

.

2. Tap the message you want to view.
3. Tap Reply

or Reply all

to reply to the message.

Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the Inbox to switch to a different email account.
Tip: You can also access new email messages from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar
to display the notification panel, and then tap an email notification. The email Inbox will open and
display the new email message.

Options when Reviewing Email Messages
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Resetting mail as unread: Touch and hold a message to select it, and then tap More options
> Mark as unread.

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Deleting email: Touch and hold a message to select it, tap the check box on the left side of any
other messages, and then tap Delete.

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Syncing accounts manually: Sync sent and received email messages manually at any time
regardless of the automatic sync settings. Switch to the account you want to sync, and then
swipe down.

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Replying to email messages: With an email message open, tap Reply
compose your reply message, and tap Send.

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Forwarding email messages: With the email message open, tap Forward
recipient and an additional message, and tap Send.

or Reply all

,

, enter a

Delete an Email Account
You can delete an email account from your phone if you no longer wish to receive messages for the
account on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Samsung

> Settings

> Email

.

.

3. Tap an account name, and then tap Remove > Remove.

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Manage Your Email Inbox
Your email Inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email
messages.

View Your Email Inbox
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Email

.

2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different Inbox, or tap All accounts to
see all your email Inboxes at once.

Refresh an Email Account
Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and
received email messages manually at any time.
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While viewing the account you want to synchronize, swipe down.

Sort Email Messages
1. On the email account Inbox, tap Sort by.
2. Select from the options to sort email messages by date received, sender, read/unread,
attachments, or priority.

Delete Email Messages
1. On the email account Inbox, touch and hold the message you want to delete.
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Tap check boxes to select additional emails to delete.

2. Tap Delete.
Note: Depending on your settings, you may be prompted to confirm the deletion by tapping Delete.
See Email Settings.

Email Settings
Configure options for email accounts you set up on your phone.

General Email Preferences
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu
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> Samsung

> Settings

> Email

.

to configure settings.

General email settings affect all email accounts.

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Email Account Settings
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From the general settings menu above, tap an account name to access its settings.

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Internet and Social Networking
The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone, and how to
access popular social networking sites.

Data Services General Information (4G LTE and
3G Networks)
The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing
your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone
is loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear unresponsive
when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage
request.

4G LTE
The Sprint 4G LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access over greater
distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your phone to the
4G LTE network, you must be in an area covered by the 4G LTE network.
For more information about the availability of Sprint 4G LTE service in your location, visit
sprint.com/coverage.
Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors including your
distance to the base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.

Set Your Network Options
1. From home, tap Apps
mode.

> Settings

> Connections

> Mobile networks > Network

2. Select CDMA, LTE / CDMA, GSM / UMTS, or Automatic.
When your phone is connected using 4G LTE, LTE
in the status bar.

appears above the signal strength indicator

Note: The Sprint networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for
your phone to connect to them.

Your User Name
When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you are automatically assigned a user name,
which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” (For example,

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the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his
user name.)
When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the network. Your user
name is automatically programmed into your phone. You do not have to enter it.

Find Your User Name
You can find your user name through your phone's device menu.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> About device

.

2. Tap Status.

Update Your User Name
If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your
services, you must then update the profile on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System updates

.

2. Tap Update Profile.

Data Connection Status and Indicators
Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the
screen. The following symbols are used:
Icon

Status
Network (full signal): The fullness of the triangle icon indicates the strength of the signal.
A fuller icon means a better signal.
4G LTE data service: Your phone is connected to a 4G LTE network.
3G (data service): Your phone is connected to a 3G network.

Browser
Browse the Internet using a full-featured browser.

Use the Browser
Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon.
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From home, tap Apps
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> Samsung

> Internet

.

You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or
Gmail message.

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Browser Use Options
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Searching within a web page: With a web page displayed, tap More options > Find on
page, and enter your search text.

Tip: To change the phone’s default launch page to your current page, tap More options >
Settings > Homepage > Current page.

Add a Bookmark
Bookmark favorite sites using the browser menu options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Internet

.

2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap More options > Add to
Bookmarks.
3. Check or change the bookmark title, URL, or more, and then tap Save.

Bookmark Options
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Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Bookmarks

, touch and hold a bookmark, tap

More options > Edit bookmark, edit the bookmark, and then tap Save.
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Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Bookmarks
and then tap Delete.

, touch and hold a bookmark,

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Show Saved Web Pages: From the browser, tap Bookmarks
tap a saved page to open it.

> Saved pages, and then

View Browser History
Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Bookmarks
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> Samsung

> Internet

.

.

If you do not see Bookmarks

, pull down the Web page to display the address bar.

3. Tap the History tab, and then tap an entry.

Open New Browser Tabs
Use tabbed browsing to switch between websites quickly and easily.

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1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Tabs
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> Samsung

> Internet

.

.

If you do not see Tabs

, drag the Web page down to display the address bar.

3. Tap New tab.
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To switch tabs, tap one of the available thumbnails in the tabs window.

Browser Settings
Configure your Browser settings.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Internet

.

2. Tap More options > Settings to configure settings.

Chrome Browser
Use Chrome™ to browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data
from your computer to your mobile device.
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From home, tap Apps

> Google

> Chrome

.

For more information, visit support.google.com/chrome.

Facebook
Keep up with friends and family with the Facebook app. Share updates, photos, and videos, as well
as text, chat, and play games.
Once you have signed in to Facebook, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag
locations, and more, all from your phone.
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From home, tap Apps

> Facebook

.

Google Duo
Use Google Duo to make 1-to-1 video calls.
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From home, tap Apps

> Google

> Duo

.

Visit duo.google.com to learn more about Google Duo.

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Google Messenger
You can send and receive text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages using Google Messenger.
You can send texts over Wi-Fi even if you don’t have cell service.
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From home, tap Apps

> Messenger

.

Instagram
Capture and share photos and videos with your friends. Customize what you capture, and then
share it on your feed or post it directly to your friends.
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From home, tap Apps

> Instagram

.

Messenger
Reach out to your friends and family with Facebook Messenger, which works just like texting. A data
plan is required to use Messenger.
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From home, tap Apps

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Global Services
With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide℠ Wireless Service, you can
make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and
GSM/UMTS networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your phone and destination from
sprint.com/traveltips.
Note: Global roaming is auto-enabled on your new Sprint phone. Visit sprint.com/globalroaming for
more information.

Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your
Account
Before using your phone in global roaming mode, you must activate Sprint Worldwide service.
To activate Sprint Worldwide service:
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Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting sprint.com/swwsupport.
– or –

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Call Sprint Worldwide Customer support at 1-888-226-7212.

Your Phone’s SIM Card for International GSM
Roaming
Your phone comes with a pre-installed SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card to support roaming on
compatible GSM networks.
Note: Your SIM card should be pre-installed. If you need to reinstall your SIM card, follow the
instructions below.
Note: The SIM card included with your phone contains information specific to your phone and
should be retained for use on GSM networks.

Insert a SIM Card
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Remove the battery.

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3. Insert SIM card. Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward.

4. Insert the battery. Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone.
5. Attach the back cover.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device cannot detect the SIM card. Reorient the
card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.

Enable Global Roaming Mode
Your phone is designed to enter global roaming mode automatically when you activate your Sprint
Worldwide service, meaning that it should automatically connect to an appropriate CDMA/LTE
network or GSM/UMTS network when you travel. You may set global roaming options through the
settings menu.
You may also need to set your network mode options through the settings menu. See Set the
Communications Method for Global Use.
To set your roaming options manually:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Mobile networks > Data roaming.
3. Tap Roaming network.
4. Tap Home only or Automatic.
5. Tap Roaming guard.
6. Select roaming guard options for each category.

Set the Communications Method for Global Use
Select a communications method for an overseas carrier as needed.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Mobile networks.

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3. Tap Network mode > CDMA / LTE/CDMA / GSM/UMTS / Automatic.
Note: At the time of purchase, your phone is set to the Automatic mode by default. This allows global
usage and normally will not need to be changed.

Select a Carrier
You can select a specific local carrier to use when traveling internationally. At the time of purchase,
your phone is preset to connect automatically to an appropriate carrier in your current area.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Mobile networks.
3. Tap Network operators.
4. Tap an available network.
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To automatically select an appropriate carrier (default), tap Choose automatically.

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To search for all available networks, tap Search networks.

Make and Receive Worldwide Calls
When traveling on international networks, you can place and answer calls as you would on the
Sprint network (see Place and Answer Calls), although some additional instructions may be
required to place a call. Some features and services are not available in all countries. For more
information on services that are available while roaming, visit sprint.com/sww.

Make Calls Using Plus (+) Code Dialing
Placing calls from one country to another country is simple with the Plus (+) Code Dialing feature.
When placing international calls, you can use Plus Code Dialing to enter the appropriate
international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls placed from the
United States).
Note: Plus Code Dialing is only available when roaming internationally on GSM networks and on
certain CDMA networks in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
Note: International access codes and dialing information are available online at sprint.com/sww.
To use Plus Code Dialing to place an international call:
1. From home, tap Phone

to display the phone screen.

2. If you are on the GSM network, touch and hold 0 to insert a “+” on the phone dial screen. (The
“+” symbol automatically inserts the international access code for the country from which you are
calling.)

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3. If you are on the CDMA network outside Canada or the Caribbean, enter the international
access code for the country from which you are calling.
4. Tap 1 to insert the US country code, and then enter the area code and number.
5. Tap Dial

to place the call.

Sprint International Voicemail Service
Your Sprint voicemail will follow you as you travel. All of your unanswered calls will be forwarded to
your Sprint voicemail. You will need to be sure your voicemail box is already set up and that you
know your voicemail passcode.
Note: Sprint voicemail may not be available on all networks; check sprint.com/sww for service
information.

International Voicemail Troubleshooting
There are a few tips to keep in mind when using Sprint voicemail while traveling.
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Some carriers may not support voicemail indicators. It may be necessary to call your voicemail to
see if you have any new messages.

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If you hear the message “Please enter the number of the subscriber you wish to call,” enter your
10-digit wireless phone number.

Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International
Use
To simplify accessing your Sprint Voicemail while traveling, you can set up your voicemail access
number as a Contacts entry. This will make it faster and easier to access your messages while
roaming internationally.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Add

> Contacts

.

to add a contact.

3. Type the contact information (for example, “My Voicemail”).
4. Touch and hold 0, and then tap 1 (+1), your area code, and your wireless phone number.
5. Tap Save.

Access Your Voicemail Internationally
You will need to call your voicemail number to access your voicemail while roaming internationally.

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New Message Indicators
Your voicemail message indicators may be displayed differently when roaming internationally.
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A “Message Waiting” indicator icon or a text message is displayed when a voicemail message is
received.

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You may see “Missed Call” on your screen prior to receiving a message notification.

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You must call voicemail in order to retrieve messages. Follow the instructions on the previous
page to store your voicemail number for easy access.

Retrieve Voicemail Messages
The voicemail retrieval process while traveling is the same as on the Sprint Network; however, you
will be required to enter your voicemail passcode.
To retrieve your voicemail messages:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

.

2. Tap the voicemail entry and then tap the number to call it.
3. When your voicemail answers, tap Star, enter the passcode, and then tap # to access your
voicemail.

International Data Roaming
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service can also keep you connected using email and Web browsing
when traveling in countries in which Sprint offers data service.
Data services are available on both CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Check sprint.com/traveltips
and sprint.com/sww to determine the services available where you are traveling.
Note: Prior to using your Sprint Worldwide GSM/UMTS Data Services, you must establish and
utilize your CDMA data services domestically on the Sprint Network.

Get Started With Sprint Worldwide Data Services
To use Sprint Worldwide Data Services, you will need to have these services activated on your
account.
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To activate, call Sprint Worldwide Customer Support at 1-888-226-7212. Representatives are
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you.

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Access Email and Data Services Internationally
To access your email and browse the Web when traveling, you may need to manually select the
carrier that provides Sprint service in your location. You can find a list of carriers for each country
where GSM data service is offered at sprint.com/sww. Then, follow the instructions below to select
the appropriate carrier network on your phone.

Access International Data Services on GSM/UMTS Networks
To select a GSM data service carrier for a specific country:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> Mobile networks.

2. Tap Roaming, and then tap the Data On/Off switch below International to enable data
roaming.

Access Email and Data Services Internationally on CDMA Networks
If data service is available on an international CDMA network, then you only need to set the phone to
CDMA; you will not need to select the specific carrier. Selecting a specific carrier is only necessary
for providers on the GSM network. If your phone has automatically selected a GSM network while
traveling, then you will need to set the phone to CDMA to access CDMA data services. (See Enable
Global Roaming Mode.) Visit sprint.com/sww for a list of services available in each country.

Contact Sprint for Assistance with International
Service
If you experience any issues with voice or data services while outside of the United States, Sprint
offers customer support 24 hours a day. In the event that you do experience an issue, try the
following actions:
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First try powering your phone off and then back on; this will force your phone to reregister with
the network.

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Try manually selecting another network. Information for selecting networks can be found in the
phone guide.

If neither of these actions resolves your issue, you will need to contact customer service (see below).
When calling to report an issue, the following information will be beneficial in trying to resolve your
issue as quickly as possible:
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Your wireless phone number.

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The city and country you are traveling in.

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Any error message that displays on your phone or that you heard when trying to place a call.

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If the issue is with data, were you able to place voice calls?

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If the issue is with voice service, were you able to access data?

Please call the numbers below if you need assistance:
While in the United States: Call 1-888-226-7212.
While traveling outside the United States:
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In GSM mode: touch and hold 0 and then dial 1-817-698-4199.

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In CDMA mode: enter the country code and then dial 1-817-698-4199.

There is no charge for this call from your wireless phone.
From a landline phone when outside the United States:
Sprint Worldwide Customer Support can be reached from a landline phone at 1-817-698-4199.
Access or connection fees may apply. The toll free numbers below can also be used to contact
Sprint Worldwide Customer Support in the following countries:
Country

From Landline Phone

Canada

1-866-805-9890

Caribbean (Anguilla,
Barbados, Cayman Islands,
and Dominica)

1-888-226-7212

France

0800-903200

Germany

0800-180-0951

Italy

800-787-986

Mexico

001-877-294-9003

Trinidad and Tobago

1-800-201-7545

United Kingdom

0808-234-6616

Note: This toll free service is available on ordinary landline phones and some public pay phones.
This service does not cover any hotel access charges.

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Connectivity
The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and
tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more.

Transfer Files between Your Phone and a
Computer
You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer
music, pictures, and other content files.
For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your
phone with any of the music apps, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the
music folder.

File Transfer Tips
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If you want to save data to an SD card on your phone, make sure the SD card is installed and
active. See microSD Card Settings.

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Avoid removing the SD card while transferring data.

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Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table:
Method

Description

Transferring media files

Transfer files between your phone and PC such as pictures, videos,
and music.

Transferring images

Transfer picture and video files between your phone and PC.

Connecting MIDI devices Connect to MIDI-compatible devices.
Charging

Charge your device using a USB cable.

Transfer Files between the Phone and a Computer
1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable.

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Insert the smaller end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the phone.
Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need
to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it.

2. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel. You will see either Transferring
media files via USB, Transferring images via USB, Connecting MIDI devices via USB,
or Charging via USB.
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For most transfers, you will want to use Transferring media files via USB.
To change the option, tap it in the notification panel to open the Use USB for window, and
then tap the desired option.

3. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu)
and open it.
4. If available, select a drive (Card for SD card, Phone for internal phone storage).
5. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your
computer.
6. When you are done, disconnect your phone from your computer.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s Wi-Fi,
you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including
infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.

Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network
Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to enable your phone’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-Fi
network.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.
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To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again.

4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it is not an open network), and then tap
Connect.
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The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the
router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For

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password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
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Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you
will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default
settings or you instruct the phone to forget the network.
Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your
phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for
certain closed wireless networks.

Disconnect Wi-Fi
You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget.
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After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to
reconnect.

Wi-Fi Direct
Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply using Wi-Fi, without an
access point or using the Internet.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.
4. Tap Wi-Fi Direct.
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Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time.

5. Tap a device with which to connect.
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If connected using Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the prompts.

6. Accept the connection on the other device.
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If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is canceled.
To stop a connection, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel,
tap the connected device, and then tap Disconnect from device.

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Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is
usually approximately 30 feet.

Bluetooth Information
Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with handsfree features, etc.
Function

Description

Audio output

Listen to music and other audio output wirelessly.

Hands-free calls

Call hands-free using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices and headsets.

Data exchange

Exchange data with connected Bluetooth devices.

Enable the Bluetooth Feature
Use the settings menu to enable or disable your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities.
1. Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the phone.
2. The phone may not connect properly depending on the other device.
3. Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls depending on the conditions.
To enable Bluetooth:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Bluetooth.
3. Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on.
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To disable Bluetooth, tap On/Off again.

Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notification panel. Pull down
the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a
wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.

Pair Bluetooth Devices
Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth devices can be connected
simply.
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Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand.

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To pair Bluetooth devices:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Bluetooth.
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Nearby devices appear in the “Available devices” list.

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If a target device is not detected, tap Scan to search again.

3. Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the prompts to pair with the device.
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The Bluetooth device is paired to your phone.

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Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices used.

Unpairing from a Paired Device
1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings

next to the paired device you wish to unpair.

2. Tap Unpair.
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The device is unpaired from your phone. To make another connection with the device, you
will need to pair again.

Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device
You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a
compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It is the same procedure to set up stereo audio and handsfree devices.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Bluetooth.
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Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list.

3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list.
The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices
section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in
the status bar. Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the
headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls.
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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Send Information Using Bluetooth
You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled
device such as a phone or notebook computer.

Types of Data You Can Send Using Bluetooth
You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:
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Images and videos

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Calendar events

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Contacts

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Audio files

Note: In the instructions below, Contacts data is used as an example.

Sending Contacts Data Using Bluetooth
1. From home, tap Contacts

.

2. Tap a contact and select Details

.

3. Tap Share.
4. Tap vCard file (VCF) to share the contact as a vCard file, or tap Text to share the contact
information in a text file.
5. Tap Bluetooth and follow the prompts to share the contact.

Receive Information Using Bluetooth
Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures,
music tracks, and documents such as PDFs.
1. When another device attempts to send a file to your phone using Bluetooth, you will see a
request to accept the file.
2. Tap Accept.
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When your phone receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, pull
down the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap the notification.
When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type:
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Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For
example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application.

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For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap
Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on
using the Calendar, see Calendar.)

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For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can
choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list.

Hotspot
Hotspot allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot. When this feature is turned on, you can
share your phone's mobile data services using Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The feature
works best when used in conjunction with 4G data services (although 3G service can also be used).
Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account
at sprint.com/mysprint or access your account using Sprint Zone to learn more.
Note: Turning Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks.

Set Up Hotspot
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering

.

> Hotspot.

3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.
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To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again.

Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply.
Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen).

Connect to Hotspot
1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.).
2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your phone hotspot from the network list.
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entering a new Network name.

3. Select this phone and follow your prompts to enter the passkey (provided on the Hotspot page).
4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.

Tethering
Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your
device using a USB cable, or by Bluetooth.

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Important: Use of the Tethering feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account
at sprint.com/mysprint or access your account using Sprint Zone to learn more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering

.

.

3. Select a tethering option: Bluetooth tethering or USB tethering.
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For Bluetooth tethering, pair your phone with the other device using Bluetooth. See Pair
Bluetooth Devices for details.

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Apps and Entertainment
The topics in this section will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone,
from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.

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Camera and Video
You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes
with a camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Your
pictures and videos are saved in the Gallery app.
For information on how to view, edit, and share pictures and videos you take, see Gallery.

Camera Overview
The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.

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Portrait: Adjust skin tone of faces.

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Gallery: View your picture or video in the Gallery application.

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Capture picture: Take a picture.

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Record video: Begin recording video.

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Camera, Modes, or Effects: Swipe right to change the shooting mode. Swipe left
to add an effects filter.
Switch cameras: Switch between the rear camera and the front camera.

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Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. Toggle through flash options—on, auto, or off (rear
camera only).

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Camera settings: Opens the camera settings menu and lets you change additional camera
settings. See Camera Settings.

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Take Pictures and Record Videos
The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera.

Capturing Pictures/Videos
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File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4.
Camera Cautions
If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still
images/videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand.
Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long
periods. May discolor color filter and affect color of images.
Flash Warning
Do not shine the flash close to eyes. Do not look directly at the flash when shining. Do not shine
the flash at other people's eyes. May affect eyesight, etc.

Take a Picture
You can take high-resolution pictures using your phone’s camera.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is
installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

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2. Select options:
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3. Aim the camera at your subject.

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4. Tap Capture picture

to take the picture.

Record Videos
Record high-quality videos using your phone’s video camera.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is
installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

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2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Record

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3. The following actions are available:
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Tap Capture

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Tap Pause

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Tap Resume

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Tap Stop

to take a picture while recording.
to pause recording.
to resume recording.
to stop recording.

Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

.

2. Swipe to the right for the Mode options. Each section indicates which camera (front or rear) the
modes are available for.
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Rear camera
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Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for
the picture.

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Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone
while taking pictures.

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Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical
direction.

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Continuous shot: Touch and hold the capture button to take continuous photos.

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HDR (Rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to
produce a brighter and richer picture.

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Night: Takes multiple shots and combines them to get brighter, clearer pictures in low
light without using the flash.

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Sports: Allows you to capture clear shots of a moving subject.

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Sound & shot: Add a few seconds of background sound to enhance pictures.

Front camera
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Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect.

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Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures.

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Sound & shot: Add a few seconds of background sound to enhance pictures.

Camera Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full
camera settings menu.

Switch Cameras
Your phone lets you use different types of cameras depending on your settings and downloads.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

2. Tap Switch cameras

.

.

– or –

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Swipe the screen up or down.

Set Camera Functions
You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Settings

> Camera

.

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3. Select your desired settings.
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Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher
resolution pictures take up more memory.

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Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher
resolution videos take up more memory.

Front camera
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Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher
resolution pictures take up more memory.

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Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher
resolution videos take up more memory.

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Save pictures as previewed: Save the self-portrait or self-recording as viewed on the
camera screen, not as flipped images.

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Ways to take pictures: Tap to take pics (tap the screen to take selfies) and Gesture
control (detect your palm and automatically take a picture two seconds later).

Common (both cameras)
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Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.

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Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects.

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Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.

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Review pictures: Set to show pictures after taking them.

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Quick launch: Open camera by pressing the Home key twice in quick succession.

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Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. This option only appears if an
optional memory card (not included) is installed.

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Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as the camera key, the record key, or as a
zoom key.

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Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.

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Productivity
Use your phone to stay ahead of the game with calendar, navigation, alarm, office, and more
productivity apps.

1Weather
Receive real-time local weather information at any location in the world using 1Weather®. Access
seven-day and hourly weather forecasts for your area.
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From home, tap Apps

> 1Weather

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AAA
Plan trips and access AAA member services.
1. From home, tap Apps

> AAA

.

2. Follow the prompts to update the app in Play Store, and then explore the app to plan trips and
access member services.

Calculator
Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic and advanced mathematical
equations.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calculator

.

2. Tap keys for calculations.

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Tip: To use the scientific calculator, turn on Auto rotate (notification panel > Auto rotate
rotate the screen to the landscape orientation.

) and

Calendar
Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps
organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization
settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync
calendar, Google Calendar™, and Outlook® calendar.
In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google Account on your phone.
See Google Account.

Calendar Operations
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Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap View, and then tap Year, Month, Week,
Day, or Tasks to change the current view.

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View Next/Previous Month (Month View): From the Calendar, swipe left or right.

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View Next/Previous Week (Week View): From the Calendar, swipe left or right.

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View Next/Previous Day (Day View): From the Calendar, swipe left or right.

Add an Event to the Calendar
Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application.
1. From home, tap Apps

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2. Tap Add

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3. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Save.

View Calendar Events
You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view. To change the Calendar
view, tap the current view in the top right corner, and then tap Year, Month, Week, Day, or Tasks.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calendar

.

2. Tap a date and then tap an event.

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Sync Calendars
You can select which calendars you would like to sync on your phone, along with what types of
information you want to sync.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calendar

.

2. Tap More options > Manage calendars.

3. Select sync options by sliding the selector next to each option.
4. Tap Back

to return to Calendar view.

Calendar Settings
Configure settings for your phone’s Calendar app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calendar

.

2. Tap More options > Settings to configure Calendar settings.

Caller ID
With the Caller ID app, see who is calling, even if the caller is not in your contact list. The Caller ID
app requires a subscription.
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Clock
Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a
stopwatch, or set a timer.

Check the Time
You can check the time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the
status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is
displayed.

Set Alarms
Set multiple alarms using your phone’s Clock app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Clock

.

2. Tap the Alarm tab.
3. Tap Add alarm

.

4. Set the alarm options, including time, days, repeat pattern, alarm type, alarm tone, and volume,
and then tap Save.

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Additional Clock Features
Your phone’s clock app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and
timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display.
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From home, tap Apps

> Clock

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World Clock
The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
1. From the clock app, tap World Clock.
2. Tap Add city

and select a city.

3. Repeat to add multiple cities.

Stopwatch
The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second.
1. From the clock app, tap Stopwatch.
2. Tap Start to begin timing.
3. Tap Stop to stop timing.
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reset the stopwatch to zero.

Timer
The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.

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1. From the clock app, tap Timer.
2. Use the keypad to set the length of the timer.
3. Tap Start to begin the timer.

Drive
Use Google Drive to open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs™ and files.
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> Google

> Drive

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Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more about Google Drive.

Google Maps
Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and
attractions, rate and review places, and more.

Enable Location Services on Your Phone
Before using any location-based services, you must enable your phone’s location feature. For
information about setting your phone’s location options, see Location Settings.
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> Google

> Maps

.

Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more.

Google Search
Use Google Search to search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device.
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> Google

> Google

.

Lookout
Lookout® Security lets you configure and manage key security options, such as anti-virus and antimalware technology, a lost and stolen device locator service, an application privacy adviser, and a
backup service.
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From home, tap Apps

> Lookout

.

My Files
Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one
convenient location using My Files.

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To view files in My Files:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> My Files

.

2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
Note: Different folders may appear depending on how your phone is configured.

File Groups
Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups:
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Images: View image files.

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Audio: View audio files.

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Videos: View video files.

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Documents: View document files.

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Downloads: View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the device.

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Installation files: View installation files stored on the device.

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Internal storage: View folders and files located on the device.

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SD card: View folders and files located on the optional SD card (not included).

My Files Options
Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more.
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> Samsung

> My Files

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. The following options are available:

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Settings: Configure your My Files app settings.

Photos
Google Photos™ automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account.

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From home, tap Apps

> Google

> Photos

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Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more about Google Photos.

Samsung Notes
The Samsung Notes app helps you create, edit, and manage all the notes on your phone.
Sign in to your Samsung account to access your notes in Samsung Notes from any device.
With Samsung Notes, create content by typing, writing, drawing, and even recording voice, video, or
taking pictures. Templates are provided to make content creation easy and help keep things
organized.

Compose a Note
You can create notes using the Samsung Notes app.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Create

> Samsung Notes

.

and type a note. Available options include:

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Pen: Use the pen tool to write text with your finger or a stylus.

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3. Tap Save when finished.

Edit Notes
You can make edits to notes you create.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung Notes

.

2. Tap a note to view it.
3. Tap the content and make edits.
4. When you are finished, tap Save.

Browse Notes
You can browse notes you create.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung Notes

.

2. Browse note entries by swiping up or down.
3. To search for a note, tap Search

.

Notes Options
You can edit, share, or manage notes.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung Notes

.

2. While browsing notes, tap More options for the following options:
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Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app.

Secure Folder App
Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. You must sign in to your Samsung account
to use Secure Folder.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Secure Folder

.

2. Follow the prompts to set up a sign in to your Samsung account, set a secure screen lock, and
configure other settings.
For more information, see Secure Folder Settings.

Secure Wi-Fi
Protect your data usage privacy when using unsecured public Wi-Fi hotspots.
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From home, tap Apps

> Secure Wi-Fi

.

Sprint Family Locator
Use Sprint Family Locator to locate any phone on your Sprint family plan instantly—from your mobile
phone, tablet or computer.
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From home, tap Apps

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> Sprint Family Locator

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Sprint Worldwide
Learn about international services from Sprint, including international calling, texting, and roaming
plans.
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From home, tap Apps

> Sprint Worldwide

.

Tech Expert
Use Tech Expert to get access to a US-based technical expert.
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From home, tap Apps

> Tech Expert

.

Uber
Use Uber to hire a private driver in more than 130 cities and 30 countries. Uber is an entirely new
and modern way to travel.
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From home, tap Apps

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Entertainment and Activities
The following topics provide an overview of your phone’s entertainment apps, from music players
and YouTube™, to health apps, games, and more.

Amazon
Shop at amazon.com™ from your device.
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From home, tap Apps

> Amazon

.

Amazon Kindle
Download books for reading right on your device with the Amazon™ Kindle™ app. You must have
an account with Amazon to use the Kindle application.
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From home, tap Apps

> Amazon Kindle

.

Amazon Music
Use Amazon Music™ to purchase, download, and play music from Amazon.
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From home, tap Apps

> Amazon Music

.

Amazon Prime Photos
Use Amazon™ Photos to store your photos on Amazon’s cloud server.
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From home, tap Apps

> Prime Photos

.

Amazon Prime Video
Watch Amazon Prime™ movies and videos on your phone.
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From home, tap Apps

> Prime Video

.

App Spotlight
Use App Spotlight to discover new apps from the Google Play store.
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From home, tap Apps

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Audiobooks
Access audible.com’s library of audiobooks in every genre.
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From home, tap Apps

> Audiobooks

.

DraftKings
Play daily fantasy sports against other users with DraftKings.
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From home, tap Apps

> DraftKings

.

Galaxy Apps
Use Galaxy Apps to discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone.
Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps.
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From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Galaxy Apps

.

Gallery
Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your
phone’s camera or downloaded.
You can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also set a picture as your contact
picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends.
While viewing pictures in the Gallery, scroll up the screen to view more albums. Simply tap an album
to view the photos or videos in that album.
If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in the All downloads album.
1. From home, tap Apps

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2. From the main Gallery screen, you can use the following options:
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you are viewing, and may include:
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Camera: Launch the Camera to take pictures or record video.

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Edit: Depending on the view, tap albums or items to select them. After selection, you can
tap More again for options you can use with the selected item(s).

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Share: Share albums, pictures, or videos.

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Animate: Create an animation from several pictures.

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Collage: Create a collage from several pictures.

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Create album: Create a new album in the Albums view.

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Slideshow: Create a slideshow from several pictures in the Stories view.

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Settings: Configure sync and story settings.

For more information about using Gallery, see View Pictures and Videos, Edit Pictures, and Share
Pictures and Videos.

View Pictures and Videos
You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your phone’s Gallery.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

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2. Tap an album (such as Camera).

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to return to the Albums tab.

3. Tap an image to view the picture or video.
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When viewing pictures and videos, you can touch and hold an image to open a selection
menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.

Pictures and Videos: Review Screen
After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image to see the item in
the review screen. From there, you can access options such as save, view, send, or delete the
picture or video.

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out on a picture or video.

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Viewing Videos: Use the controls to play, pause, or stop the video playback.

After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse through the pictures and videos of
that album. Tap a picture or video to view it in full screen. By default, the pictures and videos in an
album are displayed in grid view.
Note: When viewing pictures, you can touch and hold on a picture or video to open a selection menu
and choose what to do with the picture or video.

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Edit Pictures
Whether you are browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can tap a
picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more.

Rotate a Picture
The editing options let you rotate pictures 90 degrees clockwise. Repeat the action for additional
rotations.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

.

2. Tap the picture you want to rotate.
3. Tap More options

> Rotate left or Rotate right.

Edit Tools
Perform advanced edits on your pictures, including straightening, adjusting the tone, adding visual
effects, and adding decoration.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

.

2. Tap the picture you want to edit.

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3. Tap Edit.

4. Adjust your picture with these tools:
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Tone: Adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, temperature, and hue of the picture.

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Effects: Add color effects to your picture.

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Decoration: Apply other images, stickers, or labels to your picture.

5. After using an editing tool, tap Apply

to apply the changes.

6. When you are finished editing the picture, tap Save.

Share Pictures and Videos
The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You
can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook and Google+™) and share videos on
YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

.

2. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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you want to include.

3. Tap Share, and then on the sharing menu, tap a sharing method.

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4. Follow the prompts to complete the message and share the files.

Google Play Music App
The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google
Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is
automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play using streaming or
download.
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From home, tap Apps

> Play Music

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For more information about Google Play Music, visit support.google.com/music.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files between Your
Phone and a Computer.

Google 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.
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From home, tap Apps

> Play Movies & TV

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For more information about Google Play Movies & TV, visit play.google.com/movies.

Loot
Use Loot to play unlimited premium games for a low monthly fee.

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Install the Loot App
Before you use Loot on your phone, you must download and install the app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Loot

.

2. Tap Download and follow the prompts to download and install the app.

Access Loot
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From home, tap Apps

> Loot

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NextRadio
Listen to your favorite FM radio stations on the go with NextRadio®. Tune in to any FM frequency in
your area and listen to the radio without the cost of streaming music.
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From home, tap Apps

> NextRadio

.

Note: To listen to radio from your device, you must plug in either headphones or a speaker cable to
the headphone jack on bottom of the device. To listen through the device's speaker (after plugging in
headphones), tap More options

> Output to speaker.

Playphone
Use Playphone to discover and purchase new games. Recommend games to others.

Install the Playphone App
Before you use Playphone on your phone, you must download and install the app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Playphone

.

2. Tap Download and follow the prompts to download and install the app.

Access Playphone
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From home, tap Apps

> Playphone

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S Health
Manage your health with the S Health™ wellness application. Set fitness goals, check your
progress, and keep track of your overall health.

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Caution: The information gathered from this device, S Health, or related software is not intended for
use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention
of disease.
The accuracy of the information and data provided by this device and its related software, including
heart rate readings, may be affected by factors such as environmental conditions, skin condition,
specific activity performed while using/wearing the device, settings of the device, user
configuration/user-provided information, placement of the sensor on the body, and other end-user
interactions. For more information on proper wear and use, see samsung.com/us/heartratesensor.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> S Health

.

2. Follow the prompts to get started:

Before You Start Exercising
This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk
walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you
start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions:
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Heart disease;

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Asthma or lung disease;

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Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease;

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Arthritis.

You should also check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other
serious disease, such as:
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Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity;

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Dizziness or loss of consciousness;

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

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Ankle swelling, especially at night;

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A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat;

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

Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before
engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply:
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You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55;

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You have a family history of heart disease before age 55;

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You smoke or quit smoking in the past six months;

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You have not exercised for three months or more;

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You are overweight or obese;

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You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol;

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You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called pre-diabetes.

When in Doubt – Check it Out
If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should
speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of
time is a good way to plan an exercise program that is right and safe for you. Consider it the first step
on your path to physical fitness.

Samsung+
Use Samsung+ to get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung
device.
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From home, tap Apps

> Samsung

> Samsung+

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Sprint Music Plus
Use Sprint Music Plus to purchase, download, and play music, ringtones, and ringback tones for
your phone.

Install the Sprint Music Plus App
Before you use Sprint Music Plus on your phone, you must download and install the app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Sprint Music Plus

.

2. Tap Install and follow the prompts to download and install the app.
3. When the download has completed, tap Open.

Access Sprint Music Plus
1. From home, tap Apps
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> Sprint Music Plus

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The first time you use the app, tap Accept to agree to the Premium Services Terms of Use.

2. Tap a store option from the main page (Ringbacks Store, Music Store, or Ringtones Store),
or tap More options
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> Music (under Library) to access your music.

Tap the navigation tools to skip ahead or rewind. Tap More options
additional options.

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For more information, tap Menu

From home, tap Apps

> Settings > About or Help.

> Sprint Music Plus

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Note: If you have loaded music on to your phone from your computer (see Transfer Files between
Your Phone and a Computer), you will need to sync your music to listen to it through Sprint Music
Plus. From the Sprint Music Plus app, tap More options
> Settings > Synchronize your
music library. Once synced, you will see your music in the library.

Sprint Spot
Use Sprint Spot to discover and access top quality applications, games, TV, music, and
entertainment.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Sprint Spot

.

2. Follow the prompts to browse categories and find mobile content.

Sprint Zone
Use Sprint Zone to access your Sprint account, get device information and help, find recommended
apps, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Sprint Zone

.

2. Tap an option on the main screen, or tap Menu

and select from a full list of options.

Texture
Get unlimited access to all the best digital magazine subscriptions with Texture.
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From home, tap Apps

> Texture

.

YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos from your device.
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From home, tap Apps

> Google

> YouTube

.

Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more.

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The topics in this section will cover your phone’s settings menus and options.

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The following topics introduce your phone’s Connections settings options.

Wi-Fi Settings Menu
The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks,
and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.
For more information about Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

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2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.
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To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again.

4. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect.
5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.
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The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the
router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For the
password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Using WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows you to easily secure a
wireless network connection between your phone and a router.
To connect using a WPS button:
1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap Advanced > WPS push button.
2. Press the WPS button on your router.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.
To connect using a Personal Identification Number (PIN):
1. From Wi-Fi settings, tap Advanced > WPS PIN entry.
2. Enter the PIN displayed on your router.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.

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Smart Network Switch
Smart network switch lets your phone automatically switch to the wireless network data connection
when the current Wi-Fi connection is unstable.
1. From the Wi-Fi settings menu, tap Advanced > Smart network switch.
2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.

Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.
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Smart network switch: Connect automatically to a mobile network connection when the
Wi-Fi connection is unstable.

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Network notification: Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected.

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Hotspot 2.0: Automatically connect to Wi-Fi access points that support Hotspot 2.0.

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Manage networks: Manage your saved Wi-Fi networks.

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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).

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Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi.

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Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.

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Wi-Fi control history: View which apps have turned Wi-Fi on or off most recently.

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MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to
some secured networks (not configurable).
IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable).

Bluetooth Settings
Your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and
files, and more. For details on your phone’s Bluetooth usage, see Bluetooth.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Bluetooth.

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Change your phone name: From Bluetooth settings, tap More options
enter a new name, and tap Done.
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Depending on the device, you may be required to enter or accept a passkey.

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If the target device does not appear, tap Scan to search again.

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This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

Change the name of a paired device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings
paired device name, tap Rename, enter a new name, and tap OK.
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This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

Canceling pairing: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings
and then tap Unpair.

next to a

next to a paired device name,

This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

Search for other devices: From Bluetooth settings, tap Scan.
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This changes the name of your phone as seen by other devices.

Pairing Bluetooth devices: Make sure the other devices are set to be discovered. From
Bluetooth settings, tap the device name in “Available devices” and follow the prompts.

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> Rename device,

This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

Check files received using Bluetooth transfer: From Bluetooth settings, tap More options
> Received files, and then follow the prompts.

Phone Visibility
Allow other devices to find your phone and transfer files. Your phone will appear in the list of
available devices when files are transferred using Transfer files to devices.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Phone visibility.
3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.

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Data Usage Settings
The data usage menu lets you view your phone’s mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits,
restrict hotspot usage, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Data usage.
3. View data usage settings options:
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Usage: View mobile data usage for the current billing cycle.
Data saver: Reduce data usage by preventing some apps from sending or receiving data in
the background, or by reducing the frequency of data access by apps in use.
Mobile data: Enable or disable mobile data.
Alert me about data usage: Receive an alert when your mobile data usage reaches the
amount you selected.
Mobile data usage: Tap the drop-down menu, and then choose a time period for data
usage. Data usage for the period is displayed on the graph, along with usage by application
at the bottom of the screen.

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Restrict networks: 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.

Airplane Mode Settings
When you enable Airplane mode, your phone disconnects from all networks, meaning you cannot
make calls, send or receive messages, or access the Internet. It also turns off other connectivity
features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your phone, such as playing music, watching
videos, or using other applications.
To use Wi-Fi and Bluetooth after enabling Airplane mode, turn them on either in Settings or on the
notification panel.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Airplane mode.
3. Tap On/Off to enable Airplane mode.

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Note: You can also enable or disable Airplane Mode through the notification panel quick settings
(drag down the status bar and tap Airplane mode > Turn on).

Mobile Networks Settings
The Mobile networks settings menu allows you to configure your mobile network connections.
Set options for network selection and data service.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Mobile networks.
3. Configure options:
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Roaming: When you are outside your home network area, your phone can still connect to
other networks that your provider supports using roaming. There may be additional costs for
accessing networks while roaming, so you may want to control your phone’s roaming
behavior with Roaming settings.
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Roaming network: Select a roaming default. Choose Home only, to only connect to
the Sprint network, or Automatic to allow connections to Sprint’s partner networks,
when available.

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Roaming guard: Choose options for displaying an onscreen roaming notice for certain
functions. Enable or disable roaming notices for Voice and Data for Domestic use, Voice,
Data and Outgoing text message for International networks, and Voice, Data and
Outgoing text message for GSM networks (if supported by your phone).

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Roaming settings: Enable or disable roaming options, including Voice and Data for
Domestic and International networks, and Data for GSM networks (if supported by your
phone).

Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Available options depend on your
phone’s features, but may include: CDMA, LTE / CDMA, GSM / UMTS, and Automatic (the
recommended setting).
Access Point Names: View, configure, and add access point names (APNs) for your
phone’s data connection.
Network operators: View mobile network operator information for international GSM
networks.

Location Settings
Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full
functionality.

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Locating Method
Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your device’s location
services.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Location.
3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services.
4. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined:
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High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.

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Battery saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS).

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Device only: Use GPS only.

5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location:
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Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even
when Wi-Fi is turned off.
Bluetooth scanning: Allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically
through Bluetooth, even when Bluetooth is turned off.

Recent Location Requests
Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Location.
3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services.
4. Tap an entry under Recent location requests 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 home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap Location.

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3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services.
4. Tap Google Location History and sign in to your Google Account for more options.

More Connection Settings
The more connection settings menu provides access to additional connection options, such as
Nearby device scanning, Printing, and VPN.

Access More Connection Settings Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap More connection settings.
3. Set items.

Nearby Device Scanning
Scan for and connect to nearby devices. You will receive notifications when there are available
divides to connect to.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> More connection settings.

2. Tap Nearby device scanning.
3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.

Printing
You can print from your phone, using Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your
phone and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Add a Printer
Before you can print to a printer, you must add and set it up on your phone. You will need to know the
IP address of the printer; consult the printer’s documentation for this information.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> More connection settings.

2. Tap Printing.
3. From the Printing settings screen, tap Download plug-in.
4. Follow the prompts to download and install a print driver from the Google Play store.
5. Choose a print service from the list, and then tap On/Off to turn the service on or off. The service
must be on to add a printer.

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6. Tap More options > Add printer > Add printer (or Add
then enter a name and the IP address of the printer.

depending on the plug-in), and

Set Up a Printer
Add a printer to a print service and configure settings.
Note: Below settings are examples only. Available settings will differ depending on the type of print
service and printer you are using.
1. From the Printing settings screen, select a print service from the list.
2. Tap On/Off to turn the service on. The service must be on to add a printer.
3. Tap More options > Add printer and follow the prompts to add a printer.
4. Tap More options > Printer settings to configure printer options. Available options may vary
depending on the type of printer, and not all printers support all options.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you
to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network.

Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection
Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login
credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network.
You can get this information from your network administrator.
Before you can initiate a VPN connection, your phone must first establish a Wi-Fi or data connection.
For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see Browser and Turn
Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.

Set Up Secure Credential Storage
If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, you must first
set up the phone’s secure credential storage before setting up a VPN.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Screen lock type > Pattern, PIN, or Password.
3. Follow the prompts to set up your secure screen lock.
4. Tap Back

to return to the main settings menu, and then tap Other security settings.

5. Tap Trusted credentials and then tap your preferred system and user credentials.

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You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your
network administrator can tell you how to do this.

Add a VPN Connection
Use the VPN settings menu to add a VPN connection to your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> More connection settings.

2. Tap VPN.
3. Tap Add VPN, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.
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Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and
advanced options.
Set up all options according to the security details you have obtained from your network
administrator.

4. Tap Save.

Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN
Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting and disconnecting from the VPN is easy.
To access the VPN settings window:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

.

2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.

Connect to a VPN
1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to.
2. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect.
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3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network.

Disconnect from a VPN
1. Pull down the status bar to open the notification panel.
2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings window.
3. Tap the VPN connection, and tap Disconnect to disconnect from it.

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Wi-Fi Calling Settings
The Wi-Fi Calling settings menu lets you set your Wi-Fi Calling options, including updating your 9-11 information. For information about setting up Wi-Fi Calling, see Wi-Fi Calling.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wi-Fi Calling

.

2. Follow the prompts to change your Wi-Fi Calling settings.
Tip: For more information about Wi-Fi Calling, visit this FAQ link at sprint.com/support.

Hotspot and Tethering Settings
Use Mobile hotspot and tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices.

Hotspot Settings
Use Hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices. For more information,
see Hotspot.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering

.

> Hotspot.

3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.
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Advanced Hotspot Settings
The hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options.
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Set Network SSID: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure Hotspot >
Network name, enter a name for your hotspot, and then tap Save.

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Hide your Hotspot: From the Hotspot window, tap More options > Configure Hotspot >
Hide my device to make your Mobile hotspot invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan.
When hidden, other devices can still connect to your Mobile hotspot, but have to set up the
connection manually with your Network SSID and Password.

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Set Hotspot security: From the Hotspot window, tap More options
> Security, select a security settings option, and then tap Save.

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Set Hotspot password: From the Hotspot window, tap More options
Hotspot > Password, enter a password, and then tap Save.

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Set allowed devices: To select which devices are allowed to connect to the Hotspot, in the
Hotspot window, tap More options
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To remove allowed devices, tap Delete.

Set Hotspot Timeout Settings: From the Hotspot window, tap More options
settings, and then an option to select it.

> Timeout

Tethering Settings
Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your
device using a USB cable or by Bluetooth. For more information, see Tethering.
Note: Using the tethering feature consumes battery power and uses data services.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering
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Available tethering options are listed after Hotspot.

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Device Settings
The following topics outline the device settings options available on your phone, including sounds,
display, gestures, applications, and more.

Sounds and Vibration Settings
The following topics cover your phone’s Sounds settings options.

Access Sounds and Vibration Settings
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Sounds and vibration

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Sound Mode
You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have
made.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

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3. Tap Sound mode, and then choose a mode:
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Sound: Your phone uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in
Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
Vibrate: Your phone vibrates for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity
you choose in Sound settings.
Mute: Your phone plays no sounds or vibrations. Onscreen reminders will still occur.

Vibrate While Ringing
Set the phone to vibrate while ringing.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

.

3. Tap On/Off next to Vibrate while ringing to enable the feature.

Volume
Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other media.
Note: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

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3. Tap Volume and then drag the sliders to set the default volume for:
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Media Volume Limiter
Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume. You can also set a PIN to prevent unauthorized
users from changing this setting.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration
3. Tap More options

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> Volume.

> Media volume limiter.

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Ringtones and Sounds
Choose a ringtone for incoming calls.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

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3. Tap Ringtone to select a default ringtone.

Add a Ringtone
When you select a ringtone, you can add a custom ringtone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

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4. Select a source for the ringtone.
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You will see a list of compatible songs or audio files. To load music on your phone, see
Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer.

5. Tap a song to hear a preview, and then tap Done to save it as a ringtone.
Tip: When choosing music for a ringtone, select the Highlights only checkbox to allow the system
to select what part of the song to use. Clear the checkbox to play the song from the beginning.

Vibration Pattern
Choose a vibration pattern.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

.

3. Tap Vibration pattern to select a default vibration pattern.

Notification Sounds
Set the default notification sounds for apps such as Messages, Calendar, and Email.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

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3. Tap Notification sounds to set options:
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Email notifications: Set the default sound for new email. (This option is only displayed if
you have an email account set up.)

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.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

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3. Tap On/Off next to Do not disturb to enable the feature.

Scheduling
This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on or off automatically at scheduled times.
Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

.

3. Tap Do not disturb.
4. Tap Turn on as scheduled, and set the Days, Start time, and End time.

Allow Exceptions
This option lets you customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Do not disturb
mode.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

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3. Tap Do not disturb.
4. Tap Allow exceptions, and then tap one of the following options:
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Hide Visual Notifications
This option lets you prevent notifications from appearing on the screen while your device is in Do not
disturb mode.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

.

3. Tap Hide visual notifications.
4. Tap Hide when screen is on to prevent notifications from appearing on the screen.

System Sounds
Set various other system sound options.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

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3. Tap On/Off to enable each option:
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Emergency tone: Sound an alert, vibrate, or stay silent when an emergency alert is
received.
Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.

Key-tap Feedback
Play tones when the dialing keypad or the keyboard is tapped.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

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3. To On/Off to enable each option:
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Sound Quality and Effects
Select options for sound quality while headphones or compatible Bluetooth headsets or speakers
are connected.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sounds and vibration

.

.

3. Tap Sound quality and effects.
4. Tap Equalizer and choose a setting, or tap Advanced or Basic to customize your sound
settings.
5. Tap On/Off to enable each option:
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Concert hall: Simulate the reverb of a concert hall.

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6. Tap Adapt sound and follow the prompts to customize your sound settings.
Note: Sound effects are only available while headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is
connected.

Notifications Settings
Use the Notifications settings menu to adjust your notifications options.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Notifications

> Settings

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3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications.
4. Tap Advanced to configure more notification options for individual apps.

Display Settings
Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings.

Access Display Settings
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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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 home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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2. Customize options under Brightness:
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Tap Outdoor mode to increase the screen brightness for 15 minutes.

Note: You can also control Brightness from the notification panel.

Screen Zoom and Font
You can set the screen zoom, font size, and font style for all text that is displayed on the screen.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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2. Tap Screen zoom and font.

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accordingly.

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Tap a font style to select a font, or tap Download fonts to find new fonts from Galaxy Apps.

3. Tap Apply to set the font size and style.

Home Screen Settings
Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using
wallpapers.
To customize Home screen:
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

> Home screen.

– or –
From home, either touch and hold an empty space on the screen or pinch the screen.
For more information, see Customize the Home Screen.

Easy Mode
Easy mode provides a simpler experience using your phone, with a simpler home screen layout and
simpler app interactions. If you are a first-time smartphone user, or just to want to simplify the
operation of your phone, you can turn on Easy mode at any time.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

.

2. Tap Easy mode.
3. Tap Easy mode, and then tap Done to switch to Easy mode.

Return to Standard Mode
You can use the Easy mode Settings menu to return to Standard mode.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

.

2. Tap Easy mode.
3. Tap Standard mode, and then tap Done.

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Icon Frames
You can show icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home screen and
Apps list screen.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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2. Tap Icon frames.
3. Choose one of the following options:
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Icons with frames: Show icons with shaded backgrounds.

4. Tap Done, and confirm when prompted.

Status Bar Settings
You can determine which notifications appear on the status bar.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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2. Tap Status bar.
3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following options:
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Show recent notifications only: Show only the three most recent notifications in the
status bar.
Show battery percentage: Show the battery charge percentage.

Screen Timeout
Turn the screen off after a set amount of time.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

.

2. Tap Screen timeout.
3. Choose a time period.
Note: Longer screen timeout durations will discharge your phone's battery more quickly.

Screen Saver
Screen saver controls what is displayed on the screen when the device is charging. You can choose
to display colors or photos.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Display

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2. Tap Screen saver.
3. Tap On/Off to enable Screen saver.
4. Configure options:
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Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.

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for options.
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Advanced Features Settings
Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.

One-Handed Mode
Adjust the screen size and layout for easy control of your device with one hand.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Advanced features

.

2. Tap One-handed mode.
3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable One-handed mode.
4. Choose to reduce screen size by using one of the following:
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Button: Press the Home key three times in quick succession.

5. Tap Show keys on screen to show the Home, Back, and Recents (Recent Apps) keys on the
screen.

Other Advanced Features Settings
Configure other useful features. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up
the device and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Advanced features

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2. Tap On/Off to enable or disable each of the following.

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Multi window: Show more than one app at the same time.
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Split screen view action: Tap On/Off to enable this feature, which allows you to press
and hold the Recent Apps key to close the app on the bottom.

Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the
screen by bringing the device close to your ear.
Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls
and messages.
Easy mute: Mute sounds and video by covering the screen or turning over the device.
Send SOS messages: Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an
emergency situation by pressing the Power/Lock key quickly three times.
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Send messages to: Add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from
Contacts.

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Attach pictures: Send pictures to your emergency contacts.

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Attach audio recording: Send a short audio message to your emergency contacts.

Direct share: Share content with specific people directly using the sharing panel from within
any app.
Increase touch sensitivity: Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with a touch
pen or with gloves on.

Apps Settings
View information and configure settings for all apps on your phone.

Access Apps Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Apps

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2. Tap on an app to view and configure its settings.
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disable the app, clear cache and data, and more.

Apps Overview
You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Apps settings to manage your
downloaded and preloaded applications.

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Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported
by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk.

Application Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Apps

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2. If you have disabled applications:
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Tap All apps

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Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled.

3. Tap More options to configure the following:
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Sort by size/name: Sort apps either by size or by name.
Default apps: Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain features, like
email or browsing the Internet.
App permissions: Grant permission for access to your device’s information to individual
apps.

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Optimize battery usage: Restrict functions in applications to save battery power.

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Device administrators: Select apps for device administration.

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Do not disturb permission: Allow apps to override Do not disturb.

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Apps that can appear on top: Choose apps that can run on top of other running apps.

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VR helper services: Choose apps that provide helper services for VR functions.

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Apps that can change system settings: Select which apps can change system
settings.

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Notification access: Enable notification access for individual apps.

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Use Premium text message service: Choose which apps can use installed premium
text message services.

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Allow unrestricted data usage: Permit apps to use mobile data without restriction.

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Usage data access: Permit apps to access your usage data.

Reset app preferences: Reset options that have been changed. Existing app data is not
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Note: Options vary by application.

Manage Apps
You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default
settings, and permissions.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Apps

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2. Tap an application to view and update information about the application. The following options
are displayed:
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disabled.
Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app,
process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly.

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Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge.

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Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage.

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Memory: View the app’s memory usage.

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Notifications: Configure notifications from the app.

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Permissions: View permissions granted to the app for access to your device’s information.

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App details in store: View details about an app in the app store it was downloaded from.

Default Applications
Set or clear default applications for certain built-in features of the phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap More options

> Settings

> Apps

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> Default apps.

3. Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default.
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Browser app: Choose a default browser app.

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Calling app: Choose a default calling app.

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Messaging app: Choose a default messaging (text and multimedia) app.

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Default app selection: Choose whether to have the phone set default apps automatically
or to have the phone ask before setting default apps.

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Set as default: Select a different app to open related files.

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Select which Home screen you want to use: Choose a Home screen type.

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Device assistance app: Choose an app that provides assistance for using your device.

Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages, you will not be able to use the
Messages app unless you restore it as the default messaging app.

App Permission Settings
Configure settings and permissions for your phone’s apps.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap More options

> Settings

> Applications

.

> App permissions.

3. Tap an embedded device app to configure its settings and permissions.
Note: Available settings and permissions vary by app.

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Personal Settings
The following topics cover your phone’s personalization settings, including wallpaper, themes, lock
screen and security settings, accounts, and more.

Wallpapers and Themes Settings
The following topics cover your phone’s Wallpapers and themes settings options.

Wallpaper
You can change the wallpaper for the Home and lock screens.
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wallpapers and themes

> Wallpapers.

For more information, see Change the Wallpaper.

Themes
Themes are packages of visual content that provide different wallpapers and icons for your phone.

Change the Theme
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wallpapers and themes

> Themes.

2. Tap a theme to preview it.
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Tap View all to see all available themes.

3. To apply a theme, tap the theme, and then tap Apply.

Icons
Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons.

Change the Icon Set
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Wallpapers and themes

> Icons.

2. Tap an icon set to view a preview of the icons.
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Tap View all to see all available icon sets.

3. Tap Apply to apply the selected icon set.

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Lock Screen and Security Settings
The lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen
options, determine whether to show tips for unlocking the phone, and enter your owner information
to be displayed on the lock screen.
The Security settings let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator settings, and
credential storage options.

Access Lock Screen and Security Settings
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

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Screen Lock
You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to
draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, or enter the correct password
to unlock the phone’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.
In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are:
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None

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Swipe

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Pattern

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PIN

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Password

Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you
use the highest security level available (Password). It is also recommended you frequently change
your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data.

Access Screen Lock Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Screen lock type and follow the prompts to enter your PIN, pattern, or password.

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1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Pattern.
2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or
diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished.
3. Tap Continue.
4. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap Confirm.
Note: If you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you draw it, from home,
tap Apps
> Settings
> Lock Screen and Security
tap On/Off next to Make pattern visible to turn it off.

> Secure lock settings, and then

Note: To change your unlock screen pattern, from home, tap Apps
Screen and Security

> Settings

> Lock

> Screen lock type.

Use a Screen Unlock PIN
1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap PIN.
2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN, and tap OK to save the setting.
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If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30
seconds before you can try again.

Use a Screen Unlock Password
1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Password.
2. Enter a password with at least 4 characters, including at least one letter, tap Continue, and then
enter your password again to confirm it.
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seconds before you can try again.

Disable the Screen Lock
Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Screen lock type.
3. Draw your unlock screen pattern, or enter your PIN or password.
4. Tap None.

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Unknown Sources
Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Unknown sources > OK 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.

Secure Folder Settings
Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. You must sign in to your Samsung account
in order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for your device.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Secure folder and follow the prompts to secure content on your device.

Secure Startup
Protect your device by using a screen lock when your device turns on. Require a numeric PIN or
password to decrypt your device each time you power it on.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Secure startup and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device.

Encrypt SD Card
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your optional memory card (not included) when you
first access it after powering on your device.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Encrypt SD card. A description of the encryption process is displayed.
3. Tap Encrypt SD card again and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card.

Other Security Settings
Change other security settings, such as those for security updates and credential storage.

View Passwords
Display password characters briefly as you type them.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

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2. Tap Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn the feature on.

Security Update Service
Automatically receive security updates.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

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2. Tap Other security settings for the following Security update service options:
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Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.
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Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis.

Device Administration
Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

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2. Tap Other security settings > Device administrators.
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Tap Secure Folder to activate it as a device administrator.

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Depending on your phone's settings additional device administrator options may be
available.

Credential Storage
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.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

.

2. Tap Other security settings for the following Credential storage options:
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Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents.
View security certificates: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates
you have installed.
User certificates: View user certificates.

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Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.

Advanced Security Settings
Use these options to configure advanced security settings.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Lock screen and security

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2. Tap Other security settings for the following advanced options:
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more information, see Screen Lock.

Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of your
device.
Usage data access: View the applications that can access your device’s usage history.
Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your
device.
Do not disturb permission: View which apps have permission to change the Do not
disturb settings.

Cloud and Accounts Settings
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.

Access Accounts Settings
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

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Samsung Cloud Settings
Keep your data safe by backing up your device to Samsung cloud storage. This allows you to restore
your phone at any time, and you can also sync your data from multiple devices.
1. From the home screen, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

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2. Tap Samsung Cloud.
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If a Samsung account has not been added, follow the prompts to add your Samsung
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Manage cloud storage: View how much cloud storage your data is using and manage
features that are using your cloud storage.
Backup settings: Choose which content from your device to back up to the cloud. Tap
Auto back up to automatically back up your data every 24 hours.
Restore: Choose the device that you have recently backed up and the backup package that
you want to restore.
Data to sync: Tap the following items to enable or disable syncing:
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Contacts (Samsung account): Sync contact info.

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Calendar (Samsung account): Sync your events and tasks.

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Samsung Notes: Sync your notes and categories.

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Internet: Sync bookmarks, saved pages, and opened tabs from your browser.

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Keyboard data: Sync predictive text data.

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Gallery: Sync your images and videos.

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Sync now: Sync all selected settings.

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Sync information: View details about the sync process.

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Settings: Choose whether to sync data only when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi
network, receive push notifications, or remove your Samsung account.

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Contact us: Go to the Customer Support website and submit an question online.

Accounts Settings
Add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts.

Set Up a New Account
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts.

2. Tap Add account.
3. Tap an account type and then follow the prompts to add the required account information.

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Manage Existing Accounts
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

> Accounts.

2. Tap the account type to see the existing accounts.
3. View and configure your account settings as desired.

Backup and Restore
Your phone’s Backup and restore menu lets you back up your phone’s data and settings to Google
servers before resetting your phone to the original factory settings. The Factory data reset erases all
data from the phone’s application storage, including:
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All other email and social networking accounts

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Downloaded applications

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Performing a factory data reset erases all data on the phone. It is recommended that you back
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Erased information cannot be restored. Only erase data after you are sure you have saved
everything you need.

Access Backup and Restore Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

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2. Tap Backup and restore.
3. Set options.

Samsung Account Backup Settings
Enable backup of your information to your Samsung account.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

.

2. Tap Backup and restore.
3. Configure these options under the Samsung account heading:
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Backup settings: Enable back up of your phone log, messages and more through your
Samsung account.

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Restore: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data.

Google Account Backup Settings
Enable backup of your information to Google servers.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Cloud and accounts

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2. Tap Backup and restore.
3. Configure these options under the Google account heading:
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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.

Google Settings
Customize your device’s Google settings.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Google

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2. Select an option to customize:
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Location: Configure your Google location settings.

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Security: Configure the Android Device Manager and apps security settings.

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Set up nearby device: Set up another device using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

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Restore contacts: Restore contacts from your Google Account.

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Ads: Configure your Google advertising profile.

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App preview messages: Receive and reply to messages sent from messaging apps that
are not installed on your device.

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Google Cast: Configure your Google Cast settings.

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Nearby: Use your device’s sensors to connect with nearby devices.

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Search: Configure your Google search settings.

Note: These options may change if you are signed in to your Google Account.

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The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications.

Access Accessibility Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accessibility

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2. Set available accessibility options.

Vision Accessibility Settings
Your phone offers many features to assist users who are blind or low-vision.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accessibility

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2. Tap Vision to configure options:
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Voice Assistant: Enable the Voice Assistant feature and configure options. When Voice
Assistant is on, your phone speaks descriptions of items you tap or activate on your phone, to
help blind and low-vision users. When Voice Assistant is turned on, you may need to use a
double-tap to select items, because a single tap is used to trigger Voice Assistant.
Voice Assistant help: View tutorials on using Voice Assistant.
Dark screen: Keeps your phone’s screen turned off at all times. When Dark screen is
enabled, double-press the Power/Lock key to turn it on or off while using your phone.
Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter a selection, instead of double-tapping it. By
default, when you have Voice Assistant turned on, you must double-tap items on the screen
to select them. If you turn on Rapid key input, you can tap and release your finger to select
and item instead of double-tapping.
Speak passwords: The phone reads out characters entered in password fields. Use
caution with this feature, because others near you will be able to hear your passwords.
Accessibility shortcut: Quickly turns on accessibility features by pressing and holding the
Power/Lock key until you hear a sound or feel a vibration, and then pressing and holding with
two fingers until you hear an audio confirmation.
Screen zoom and font: Choose the zoom level, font style, and text size for your phone’s
screens.
High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the
background.
High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to
increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
Show button shapes: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out.
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Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen.
Magnification gestures: Control zoom and pan options with specific gestures such as
triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
Large mouse/touchpad pointer: Enable a large pointer when connecting a mouse or
touchpad.
Color inversion: Screen colors are inverted.
Color correction: Adjusts the color of the screen if you have difficulty reading the screen
because of the color. Follow the prompts to fine-tune screen colors.

Hearing Accessibility Settings
Your phone offers many features to assist users who are deaf or hearing-impaired.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accessibility

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2. Tap Hearing to configure options:
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Flash notification: Flash the camera light when you receive notifications or when alarms
sound. Turn the device over to stop the flashing.
Turn off all sounds: Sounds made by the phone during taps, selections, notifications, are
muted.
Hearing aids: Automatically adjusts to attempt to improve the sound quality for use with
hearing aids.
Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn
the option on or off, and then configure options.
Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the
option on or off, and then configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style.
Left/right sound balance: Adjust the sound sent to the left and right when using
earphones.
Mono audio: Enable or disable the compression of stereo audio into a single mono audio
stream for use with a single earphone.

Dexterity and Interaction Settings
Your phone offers many features to improve accessibility related to the way you interact with touch
and movement.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accessibility

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2. Tap Dexterity and interaction to configure options:

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Universal switch: Use customizable switches to interact with your phone and to select
items on the screen. Set your personal interaction method by connecting external
accessories, tapping the screen, or using the front camera to detect the rotation of your
head, the opening of your mouth, and the blinking of your eyes.
Assistant menu: Assistant menu can improve phone accessibility by providing quick access
to important functions. A shortcut appears on all screens to give you access to the Assistant
menu. Tap Assistant menu to configure options:
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Tap On/Off beside Assistant menu to turn the feature on or off. When you turn on
Assistant menu, Single tap mode is also enabled.

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Edit: Re-order or remove items from the Assistant menu.

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Assistant plus: When turned on, Assistant plus displays contextual menu options for
some apps in Assistant menu. Not all apps support this option. Tap Assistant plus, and
then tap On/Off to turn the option on or off. After you turn on Assistant plus, enable or
disable apps to use with Assistant plus.

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Touchpad size: Choose a size for touchpads for use in your phone’s screens.

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Cursor size: Choose the size of cursors, to display on the screen.

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Cursor speed: Choose a speed for cursor blinks.

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Zoom percentage: Choose a zoom level for the magnifier window.

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Magnifier size: Choose a size for the magnifier window.

Press and hold delay: Choose how long your phone waits during a touch and hold gesture
on the screen, before continuing with the touch and hold action.
Auto click after pointer stops: Enable automatic selection when the pointer is stopped
over a feature. You can also configure the delay time.
Interaction control: Control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. To
turn Interaction control on or off at any time, press and hold the Home key and the down
Volume key at the same time. When Interaction control is on, you can use motions to control
your phone, and screen timeout is turned on. You can also block areas of the screen from
touch interaction. Automatic screen rotation and hard-key functions (Power/Lock key,
Volume key, etc.) will be turned off, and app notifications will only be shown in the notification
panel and status bar.

Configure Other Accessibility Settings
Your phone offers many features to improve phone accessibility.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accessibility

.

2. Configure additional accessibility options:

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Text-to-speech: Configure options for converting text to speech.
Direct access: Access common accessibility settings from any screen by pressing the
Home key rapidly 3 times in a row.

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Notification reminder: Phone beeps at set intervals to remind you of unread notifications.

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Answering and ending calls: Select options for answering and ending calls.

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By pressing Home key: Answer calls by pressing the Home key.

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Automatic answering: Answer incoming calls automatically after two seconds when a
headset or a Bluetooth device is connected.

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By pressing Power key: End calls by pressing the Power/Lock key.

Single tap mode: When enabled, you can use a single tap to dismiss or snooze alarms,
notifications and alerts, and answer or reject calls.

Note: Additional accessibility services you have installed are displayed under the Services heading.

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System Settings
The following topics detail your phone’s system settings options, including language and input,
battery, storage, date and time, and more.

General Management Settings
Configure your phone’s language and input options, set the date and time, and report diagnostic
information.

Access General Management Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap General management

.

, and then tap items for more details:

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Language and input: Configure your device’s language and input settings.

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Date and time: Configure date and time settings.

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Report diagnostic info: Choose to send diagnostic information about your device to
Samsung when it experiences technical issues.
Reset: Reset your device’s settings.

Language and Input Settings
Your phone’s language and input settings let you select a language for the phone’s menus and
keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your
phone’s mouse/trackpad options.

Access Language and Input Setting Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap General management

.

> Language and input.

3. Set options.

Select the Default Language for Your Phone
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap General management

.

> Language and input.

3. Tap Language.

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4. Tap Add language

.

5. Tap an available language.

Language and Input Options
Some of the language and input options are detailed below.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap General management

.

> Language and input.

3. Set options:
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Language: Tap a language to assign it.

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Virtual keyboard: Configure your virtual keyboards.
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Samsung keyboard: Configure options for the standard Samsung keyboard.

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Google voice typing: Configure your options for voice input, including language
detection.

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Physical keyboard: Configure options for when a physical keyboard is connected.

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Text-to-speech: Tap a settings option and follow the prompts.

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Pointer speed: Drag the slider to adjust the speed of a mouse or trackpad pointer.

Date and Time Settings
Use the Date and Time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and
time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options.

Access Date and Time Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap General management

.

> Date and time.

3. Set available date and time options.

Reset
Restore your device to its default settings.

Reset Settings
You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security,
language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> General management

.

2. Tap Reset.
3. Tap Reset settings.
4. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.

Reset Network Settings
You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> General management

.

2. Tap Reset.
3. Tap Reset network settings.
4. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.

Auto Restart Settings
Configure times for your device to automatically restart.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> General management

.

2. Tap Reset.
3. Tap Auto restart.
4. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.
5. Tap Time and Days to set the auto restart times.

Factory Data Reset
Reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device.
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. Any data found on an external SD card is not affected.
Note: When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection is
automatically activated. This protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen. For more
information, see Factory Reset Protection.
If you reset your device to factory default settings with the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) feature
turned on, you must enter the user name and password for a registered Google Account used on
this device to regain access to the device. You will not be able to access the device without the
correct credentials.

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Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 24 hours after changing your
password to perform a factory data reset on your device.
Before resetting your device:
1. Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage area.
2. Log in to your Google Account and confirm your user name and password.
To reset your device:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> General management

.

2. Tap Reset.
3. Tap Factory data reset.
4. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset.
5. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device.
Note: Unless you removed all Google Accounts from the phone before performing the Factory data
reset, you will need to sign in to the Google Account that was previously assigned to the phone to
complete setup.

Device Maintenance Settings
Device maintenance provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, and RAM.
You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources.

Optimize Now
The Optimize Now feature improves device performance. When used, it accomplishes this through
the following actions:
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Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory.

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Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background.

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Scanning for malware.

To use the quick optimization feature:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Optimize now.

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Battery Settings
Monitor your phone’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming
your battery’s charge and at what percentage. You can also display the battery charge remaining as
a percentage on the status bar.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Battery for options:
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Battery usage: View battery usage since the battery was last fully charged.
Power saving mode: Extend battery life by selecting a power saving mode level. Choose
Off, Mid, or Max. Estimated remaining battery life for each mode is provided.
App power monitor: Put apps to sleep so that they do not use battery power when not in
use. Tap Save power to enable.

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Unmonitored apps: Add apps that will be put to sleep.

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More options :
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Advanced settings: Configure notification settings, the app power monitor, and choose
whether or not to see the battery percentage on the status bar.

Storage Settings
The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal and optional installed SD card (not included)
storage on your phone.

Access Storage Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage.
3. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your phone’s memory. Tap an
item for more information.
Note: Tap Clean now to free up storage space by removing unneeded files.

Additional Storage Settings
More storage settings are available under the More options menu.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage > More options > Storage settings.
The following table lists the available settings:

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Storage Device
Internal storage

SD card

Description
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Total space: View the total space/free space in your phone’s
memory.

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Available space: The amount of storage space currently
available.

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System memory: The minimum amount of storage space
required to run the system.

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Used space: The amount of storage space currently being used.

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Other: The space used by app data, downloaded files, and Android
system files.

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Cached data: The amount of data currently cached.

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Explore: Launch My Files to view content stored on your device.

Note: This category is available only if an optional SD card is installed.
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Unmount: Unmount the SD card to safely remove it.

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Format: Delete all data on the SD card.

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Mount: If the SD card has been unmounted, tap to mount the SD
card before use.

microSD Card Settings
A microSD memory card is an optional accessory (not included) that allows you to store images,
videos, music, documents, and other data on your phone.
Important: You can damage a microSD card by improper installation. Please be careful when
inserting, removing, or handling it.

Install a microSD Card
Follow the instructions below to install an optional memory card (not included).
1. Remove the back cover.
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Using the slot provided on the back cover next to the Volume key, gently lift the cover off the
phone.

2. With the gold contacts facing down, slide the card into the slot.

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3. Replace the back cover.

Unmount and Remove a microSD Card
Use the following procedures to unmount and remove an optional microSD card from your phone.
Important: When you need to remove an optional installed microSD card, you must unmount the
card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap More options > Storage settings.
4. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and then tap Unmount.
5. Remove the back cover.
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Using the slot provided on the back cover next to the Volume key, gently lift the cover off the
phone.

6. Remove the card from the slot.
7. Replace the back cover.

View microSD Card Memory
Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory is
displayed in the Storage settings.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage > SD card.

Format a microSD Card
Formatting a microSD card permanently removes all files stored on the card.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap More options > Storage settings.
4. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card > Format > Format.
Note: Formatting erases all the data on an installed microSD card, after which the files CANNOT be
retrieved. To prevent the loss of important data, please check the contents before you format the
card.

Mount a microSD 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
need to mount it before it can be accessed.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

.

2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap More options > Storage settings.
4. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and then tap Mount.

RAM
Check the amount of available RAM. You can close background apps and reduce the amount of
RAM you are using to speed up your device.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Device maintenance

> RAM.

2. To free up as much RAM as possible, tap Clean now and follow the prompts.

System Updates
Keep your phone up-to-date with the latest software.

Access System Updates
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap System updates

> Settings

.

.

For details about updating your phone, see Update Your Phone.

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About Device
The About device menu lets you access important phone information, search for and apply updates,
and view legal and safety information.

About Device Overview
The following About device items may be reviewed or set:
About Device Item

Description

My phone number

View your device's phone number.

Software version

View your current software version.

Hardware version

View your hardware version.

Status

Check your phone’s status.
n

Battery status and level

n

SIM card status (network, signal strength, mobile network type, service
state, roaming, and mobile network state)

n

IMEI information (MIN, PRL version, MEID, IMEI, IMEISV, and ICCID)

n

Brand

n

Username

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IP address

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Wi-Fi MAC address

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Bluetooth address

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Up time

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Device status

Legal information

Review various types of important legal information, including Open source
licenses, Google legal, System WebView licenses, Samsung legal, and the
Privacy Alert.

Device name

Change the name of your device (other devices see this name when using
Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth).

Model number

Check the phone’s model number.

Android version

Check the Android version number.

Android security
patch level

Check the Android security patch level.

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About Device Item

Description

Baseband version

Check the phone’s baseband version.

Kernel version

Check the phone’s kernel version.

Build number

Check the current phone build number.

SE for Android
status

Check the phone's SE for Android status.

Security software
version

Check the phone's security software version.

Knox version

Check the current Knox version.

Access About Device Options
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap About device

> Settings

.

.

3. Select or view available options.

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Getting Help
The topics in this section will cover troubleshooting tips, phone specifications, and how to contact
Sprint and manage your wireless service.

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For Assistance
The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting,
specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information.

Troubleshooting
Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues.

Check Here First
Problem: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Solution: Turn the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, remove and replace the
Battery, and then turn the phone on again. Data that was being edited is erased after your phone is
powered on again.
Problem: Operation is unstable after a new application was installed.
Solution: The newly installed application may be the cause. Uninstall the application in Safe mode.
See Apps Settings for more information about uninstalling apps.
To turn the phone on in Safe mode:
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Press and hold the Power/Lock key > touch and hold Power off, read the disclaimer for safe
mode, and then tap OK.
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After turning the phone on in Safe mode, “Safe Mode” appears at lower left.

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After restarting in Safe mode, your phone can be powered on as usual.

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Before turning the phone on in Safe mode, it is recommended that you back up important
data.
By powering the phone on in Safe mode, added widgets may be deleted.

Problem: Cannot use phone, mail, or Internet.
Solution 1: Check whether you are where signal is weak or out of service area.
Solution 2: Power the phone on again.
Solution 3: Is the phone in Airplane mode? To check that Airplane mode is canceled:
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> Airplane mode.

Solution 4: Is data communication disabled? To check that data communication is enabled:
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From home, tap Apps

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> Connections

> Data usage > Mobile data.

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Solution 5: Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initial settings:
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Connections

> Mobile networks >

Access Point Names > More options > Reset to default.
Problem: Battery level goes down quickly.
Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling
where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
Problem: Cannot install applications.
Solution: Applications cannot be installed with only a little free space on the phone or SD card. To
check free space, see Storage Settings. Applications not supported by your phone cannot be
installed.
Problem: Cannot unlock screen.
Solution: Power the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, remove and replace
the Battery, and then power the phone on again. Data that was being edited is erased after the
phone is powered on again.

Sprint Account Information and Help
Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help.

Sprint Account Passwords
You will need to create passwords to protect access to your personal account information, your
voicemail account, and your data services account. As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited
access to all your information.

Account User Name and Password
If you are the account owner, you will create an account user name and password when you sign on
to sprint.com/mysprint. (Click Register and follow the prompts to get started.) If you are not the
account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account
password at sprint.com/mysprint.

Voicemail Passcode
You will create your voicemail passcode when you set up your voicemail. See Voicemail Setup for
more information on your voicemail passcode.

Data Services Password
With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access
and authorize purchases.

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For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to sprint.com/mysprint.

Manage Your Account
Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Online: sprint.com/mysprint
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Access your account information.

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Check your usage (depending on your Sprint service plan).

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View and pay your bill.

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Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment.

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Purchase accessories.

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Shop for the latest Sprint phones.

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View available Sprint service plans and options.

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Learn more about data services and other Sprint products.

From Your Sprint Phone
1. From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

.

2. Do any of the following:
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Tap * 2, and then tap Dial
to access the Sprint Zone “How can we help?” page.
There you can find information about Payment, Billing, Account status, and more.
Tap * 3, and then tap Dial
make a payment.

to access the “Bill Pay Support” section of Sprint Zone to

Tap * 4, and then tap Dial

to check usage and account balance.

Sprint Support Services
Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance
from your Sprint phone.

Sprint 411
Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business,
and government listings; movie listings or show times; driving directions, restaurant reservations,
and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the
operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge.
There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be billed for airtime.
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From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

, tap 4 1 1, and then tap Dial

.

Sprint Operator Services
Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls
billed to a local telephone calling card or third party.
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From home, tap Phone

> Keypad

, tap 0 , and then tap Dial

.

For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at
sprint.com/mysprint.

Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing, on the mobile device, or at: samsung.com.
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE.
Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered under the applicable Samsung Limited
Warranty INCLUDING THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE FOR WARRANTY AND
OTHER CLAIMS, and your right to opt out of arbitration within 30 calendar days of the
first consumer purchase. You may opt out by either sending an email to
optout@sea.samsung.com with the subject line “Arbitration Opt Out” or by calling 1-800SAMSUNG (726-7864). For more detailed procedures, please refer to the “Dispute Resolution
Procedures and Arbitration and Opt Out” section of the Limited Warranty.

Health & Safety and 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.
You may also access the online version for your device at:
PHONE
English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
TABLET
English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide
Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide-SP

Intellectual Property
All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung
or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories,

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parts, or software relating thereto (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected
under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property includes, but
is not limited to, inventions (patentable or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights,
software, computer programs, and related documentation and other works of authorship.
You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover,
you agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse
engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to create source code from the software.
No title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is transferred to you. All applicable rights of the
Intellectual Property shall remain with SAMSUNG and its suppliers.

Open Source Software
Some software components of this product, including but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’,
incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General
Public License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and other open source licenses. To obtain
the source code covered under the open source licenses, please visit: opensource.samsung.com.

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability
The information below explains that a user accepts this device as sold, including the hardware and
software components as created and packaged for sale. If the user changes these parameters
through a unique modification, Samsung will not be held responsible for damages or issues that
result from these end-user changes.
Except as set forth in the express warranty contained on the warranty page enclosed with the
product, the purchaser takes the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express or implied
warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product, including but not limited to the:
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merchantability of the product or its fitness for any particular purpose or use;

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design, condition or quality of the product;

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performance of the product;

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workmanship of the product or the components contained therein; or

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compliance of the product with the requirements of any law, rule, specification or contract
pertaining thereto.

Nothing contained in the instruction manual shall be construed to create an express or implied
warranty of any kind whatsoever with respect to the product. In addition, Samsung shall not be liable
for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or use of the product or arising from the
breach of the express warranty, including incidental, special or consequential damages, or loss of
anticipated profits or benefits.

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Modification of Software
Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by your editing of registry
settings, or your modification of Operating System (OS) software.
Using custom OS software may cause your device and applications to work improperly. Your carrier
may not permit users to download certain software, such as custom OS.

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

Restricting Children’s Access to Your Mobile Device
Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it because they could hurt themselves and
others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your device bill. Keep the device and all its
parts and accessories out of the reach of small children.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Address:
85 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park,
New Jersey 07660
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet: samsung.com
©2017 Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, Multi Window™, and S Health are all trademarks of
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Other marks are the property of their respective owners.
Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to verify
you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your device may not be compatible with DRMprotected files.
Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary.
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the
operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may
change when you upgrade the device.

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Copyright Information
©2017 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are trademarks of their
respective owners.

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Index
1
1Weather 93
3
3-way Calling 42
4
4G 66
A
AAA 93
About Device 161
Accessory Port 4
Accounts
Add new 146
Manage 147
Settings 146
Activation 11
Airplane Mode 14, 119
Alarm 97
Amazon 104
Amazon Kindle 104
Amazon Music 104
Amazon Photos 104
Amazon Video 104
Answer a Call 34
App Spotlight 104
Application Manager 136
Audiobooks 105
B
Back Key 3
Backup 147
Battery
Charge 6
Insert 5
Remove 5
Settings 157
Bluetooth
Connect 82
Pair 81
Receive information 83
Send information 83
Index

Settings 117
Turn on or off 81
Bookmark 68
Brightness 132
Browser
Bookmark 68
History 68
Launch connection 67
Tabs 68
Browser Settings 69
C
Calculator 93
Calendar 94
Add event 94
Settings 96, 139
Sync 96
View events 95
Call Forwarding 43
Call Log
Make call from 37
Call Settings 43
Call Waiting 42
Caller ID 42, 96
Camera 87
Settings 90
Take a picture 88
Viewfinder 87
Camera Functions 91
Car Kit
Connect 82
Charger/Accessory Port 4
Chrome 69
Clock 97
Additional Features 98
Alarm 97
Stopwatch 98
Timer 98
World Clock 98
Conference Calling 42
Contacts 47
Add contact 48
Back Up 54
Delete 49
Edit 49

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Favorites 50
Groups 50
Import 53
Make call from 36
Profile sharing 53
Save a phone number 48
Settings 54
Share 52
View 49
D
Data Services 66
Password 165
Status indicators 67
User name 66
Data Usage Settings 119
Date Settings 154
Default Applications 138
Dexterity and Interaction Settings 150
Do Not Disturb 129
DraftKings 105
Drag 9
Drive (App) 99
E
Easy Mode 133
Editing Text 17
Email
Add account 61
Add Exchange ActiveSync account 61
Delete account 63
Manage inbox 64
Send message 62
Settings 64
Setup 60
View and reply 63
Emergency Numbers 33
Encrypt SD Card 143
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) 33
Enter Text 15
Exchange ActiveSync
Add account 61
Extended Home Screen 25
F
Facebook 69
Favorites 50

Index

Files
Transfer between phone and
computer 78
Flash 4
Flick 10
Folder Color 30
Folder Names 30
Folders 29
Font 132
G
Galaxy Apps 105
Gallery 105-106
Global Roaming Mode 72
Gmail
Create account 17
Google
Chrome 69
Create account 17
Drive 99
Duo 69
Messenger 70
Photos 100
Search 99
Sign in 18
Google Maps 99
Google Play
Store 19
Google Play Movies &TV 110
Google Play Music 110
Google Settings 148
Groups 50
H
Headset
Connect 82
Headset Jack 4
Hearing Accessibility 150
Home Screen 24
Add Folders 29
Add Shortcuts 29
Add Widgets 29
Customize 28
Extended 25
Home Screen Settings 133
Hotspot 84
Settings 125

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Icon Frames 134
Icons 140
Import Contacts 53
Incoming Call
Answer 34
Reject 34
Input Settings 153
Instagram 70
International Data Roaming 75
K
Key-tap Feedback 131
Keyboard
Samsung keyboard 15
L
Language Settings 153
Location Settings 120
Lookout 99
Loot 110
M
Maps 99
Memory 158
Memory Card 158
Messages
Settings 60
Messaging 55
Messenger 70
microSD Card 158
Format 159
Remove 159
Unmount 160
View available memory 159
MMS
Send messages 55
Mobile Hotspot 84
Mobile Networks Settings 120
Music
Google Play Music 110
My Files 99
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Notification Icons 26
Notification Panel 27
Notifications 26
Notifications Settings 132
O
One-Handed Mode 135
P
Parts and Functions 3
Phone
Dialer 32
Update 20
Phone Calls 32
Answer 33
Emergency numbers 33
Using Call Log 37
Using contacts 36
Using phone keypad 32
Phone Layout (illustration) 3
Phone Number
Save to contacts 48
Phone Status 161
Phone Visibility 118
Photos 100
Pictures
Rotate 108
Take with camera 88
Pinch 11
Play Music 110
Play Store 19
Playphone 111
Plus (+) Code Dialing 73
Power Off 7
Power On 7
Power/Lock Key 3
Printing 122
R
RAM 160
Reject Incoming Call 34
Reset 154
Ringtones
Settings 128-129
Rotate 10

Nearby Device Scanning 122
NextRadio 111

Index

173

S
S Health 111
Samsung Cloud Settings 145
Samsung Keyboard 15
Samsung Notes 101
Samsung Voice Input 16
Samsung+ 113
Save a Phone Number 48
Screen Lock 141
Screen Saver 134
Screen Timeout 134
Screen Unlock
Motion 141
Swipe 141
Screen Unlock Password 142
Screen Unlock Pattern 142
Screen Unlock PIN 142
SD Card 158
Secure Credential Storage 123
Secure Folder App 102
Secure Folder Settings 143
Secure Startup 143
Secure Wi-Fi 102
Setup Screens 11
Share
Contacts 52
Share Pictures and Videos 109
Shooting Mode 89
SIM Card 71
Slide 9
Sound Mode 127
Sound Quality and Effects 131
Speaker 4
Spread 11
Sprint 411 166
Sprint Account
Management 166
Passwords 165
Sprint Family Locator 102
Sprint Music Plus 113
Sprint Operator Services 167
Sprint Spot 114
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service 71
Sprint Zone 114
Status Bar 25
Status Bar Settings 134
Status Icons 26
Stopwatch 98

Index

Storage
Settings 157
Swipe 9
System Update 160
T
Tap 8
Tech Expert 103
Tethering 84
Tethering Settings 126
Text Editing 17
Text Entry 15
Text Messaging
Conversations 58
Draft messages 57
Notifications 57
Send messages 55
Texture 114
Themes 140
Time Settings 154
Timer 98
Touch 8
Touch and Hold 8
Touchscreen
Turn off 20
Turn on 20
Troubleshooting 164
TTY Mode 45
Turn Device Off 7
Turn Device On 7
Typing 15
U
Uber 103
Unknown Sources 143
V
Vibrate While Ringing 127
Vibration 130
Video Camera
Record video 89
Videos
Record 89
Vision Accessibility 149
Visual Voicemail 38
Options 39
Review 39
Set up 38
174

Settings 40
Voice Typing 16
Voicemail
Display name 41
Greeting 40
International 74
Passcode 165
Setup 37
Volume 127
Key 4
VPN 123
Add connection 124
Connect or disconnect 124
Prepare for connection 123
Secure credential storage 123
W
Wallpaper 29, 140
Web
Launch connection 67
Wi-Fi 79
Disconnect 80
Settings 116
Turn on and connect 79
Wi-Fi Calling 41
Settings 125
Wi-Fi Direct 80
Widgets 29
World Clock 98
Y
YouTube 114
Z
Zoom 11, 132

Index

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