ZTE ZTEN9521 CDMA/LTE Multi-mode Digital Mobile Phone User Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 1
About the User Guide............................................................................................................................ 1
How to Use This Guide ......................................................................................................................... 1
Header and Toolbar Areas ............................................................................................................ 1
Search This Guide ........................................................................................................................ 1
Topic Area ..................................................................................................................................... 2
Contents and Index Area .............................................................................................................. 2
Resizing Areas .............................................................................................................................. 2
Get Started .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Parts and Functions .............................................................................................................................. 3
UICC Card ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Handling a UICC Card .................................................................................................................. 5
Insert UICC Card .......................................................................................................................... 5
SD Card ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Insert SD Card .............................................................................................................................. 7
Unmount the SD Card ................................................................................................................... 8
Remove SD Card .......................................................................................................................... 9
Format SD Card .......................................................................................................................... 10
Charge the Battery .............................................................................................................................. 11
Charge the Battery Using the AC Adapter .................................................................................. 11
Charge the Battery Using a PC Connection ............................................................................... 12
Turn Your Phone On and Off .............................................................................................................. 13
Use the Touchscreen .......................................................................................................................... 13
Activation and Service ........................................................................................................................ 16
Complete the Setup Screens .............................................................................................................. 17
Basic Operations ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Basics .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ................................................................................ 19
Select Options and Navigate Screens ........................................................................................ 19
Recent Applications .................................................................................................................... 20
Phone Settings Menu .................................................................................................................. 21
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation ................................................................................ 22
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Capture Screenshots .................................................................................................................. 22
Applications ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Launch Applications .................................................................................................................... 23
Apps List ..................................................................................................................................... 24
Phone Number .................................................................................................................................... 26
Silent Mode/Airplane Mode ................................................................................................................. 28
Silent Mode ................................................................................................................................. 28
Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................................. 29
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................................ 29
Touchscreen Keyboards ............................................................................................................. 30
Google Keyboard ........................................................................................................................ 30
Swype ......................................................................................................................................... 32
TouchPal X.................................................................................................................................. 33
Google Voice Typing ................................................................................................................... 36
Tips for Editing Text .................................................................................................................... 36
Google Account................................................................................................................................... 37
Create a Google Account ............................................................................................................ 37
Sign In to Your Google Account.................................................................................................. 42
Google Play Store ............................................................................................................................... 45
Find and Install an App ............................................................................................................... 45
Request a Refund for a Paid App ............................................................................................... 47
Update an App ............................................................................................................................ 47
Uninstall an App .......................................................................................................................... 50
Get Help with Google Play .......................................................................................................... 51
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................ 51
Update Your Phone............................................................................................................................. 52
Update Your Phone Firmware .................................................................................................... 53
Update Your Android Operating System .................................................................................... 55
Update Your Profile ..................................................................................................................... 55
Update Your PRL ........................................................................................................................ 56
Your Phone Interface .................................................................................................................................. 57
Home Screen Basics........................................................................................................................... 57
Home Screen Layout .................................................................................................................. 57
Extended Home Screens ............................................................................................................ 58
Status Bar ........................................................................................................................................... 59
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Notifications Panel .............................................................................................................................. 62
Customize the Home Screen .............................................................................................................. 63
Change the Wallpaper ................................................................................................................ 63
Change the Theme ..................................................................................................................... 64
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen ............................................................................................ 65
Add Widgets to the Home Screen .............................................................................................. 66
Add Folders to the Home Screen................................................................................................ 67
Phone App................................................................................................................................................... 69
Place and Answer Calls ...................................................................................................................... 69
Call Using the Phone Dialer ........................................................................................................ 69
Answer Phone Calls .................................................................................................................... 72
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations ........................................................................................ 75
Place Calls from Contacts/Call Logs ................................................................................................... 77
Place a Call from Contacts ......................................................................................................... 77
Call from Call Logs ...................................................................................................................... 79
Optional Services ................................................................................................................................ 80
Voicemail Setup .......................................................................................................................... 80
Visual Voicemail .......................................................................................................................... 80
Set Up Visual Voicemail .............................................................................................................. 81
Review Visual Voicemail ............................................................................................................. 82
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages ....................................................................................... 83
Visual Voicemail Options ............................................................................................................ 83
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings ........................................................................................... 84
Caller ID Blocking ....................................................................................................................... 87
Call Waiting ................................................................................................................................. 87
Call Forwarding ........................................................................................................................... 88
Call Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 89
Contact Display Options ............................................................................................................. 90
Sounds and Vibrate Settings ...................................................................................................... 90
Quick Responses ........................................................................................................................ 91
Phone Account Settings .............................................................................................................. 91
Voicemail Settings ...................................................................................................................... 92
TTY Mode ................................................................................................................................... 92
Hearing Aids................................................................................................................................ 93
Noise Reduction .......................................................................................................................... 93
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Speed Dial................................................................................................................................... 93
DTMF Tones ............................................................................................................................... 94
Call Ended Operation Tips .......................................................................................................... 94
Voice Privacy .............................................................................................................................. 94
Plus Code Dialing Setting ........................................................................................................... 94
Contacts .............................................................................................................................................. 95
Add a Contact ............................................................................................................................. 95
Check Contacts ........................................................................................................................... 99
Contacts Screen Layout ............................................................................................................ 101
Create Your Own Profile ........................................................................................................... 102
Edit a Contact............................................................................................................................ 102
Delete a Contact ....................................................................................................................... 103
Add a Contact to Favorites ....................................................................................................... 104
Share a Contact ........................................................................................................................ 105
Search for a Contact ................................................................................................................. 107
Synchronize Contacts ............................................................................................................... 108
Work With Contact Groups ....................................................................................................... 108
Import Contacts ................................................................................................................................. 111
Back Up Contacts to an SD Card ..................................................................................................... 112
Messaging and Internet ............................................................................................................................. 113
Text and Multimedia Messaging ....................................................................................................... 113
Send a Text Message ............................................................................................................... 113
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ......................................................................................... 114
Save and Resume a Draft Message ......................................................................................... 116
New Messages Notification ....................................................................................................... 116
Manage Message Conversations ............................................................................................. 117
Text and MMS Options ............................................................................................................. 119
Create and Send Gmail .................................................................................................................... 120
Check Received Gmail Messages .................................................................................................... 121
Open New Gmail Messages ..................................................................................................... 122
Open Gmail Messages ............................................................................................................. 122
Manage Gmail Messages ................................................................................................................. 122
Use Gmail Labels ...................................................................................................................... 122
Archive Gmail Threads ............................................................................................................. 124
Mute Gmail Threads ................................................................................................................. 126
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Delete Gmail Threads ............................................................................................................... 127
Search Gmail Messages ........................................................................................................... 129
Report Spam or Phishing Gmail ............................................................................................... 131
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ...................................................................................... 132
Switching between Gmail Accounts .......................................................................................... 135
Email ................................................................................................................................................. 136
Set Up an Email Account .......................................................................................................... 136
Add an Email Account ............................................................................................................... 137
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account ..................................................................................... 140
Compose and Send Email ........................................................................................................ 142
Open New Email Messages...................................................................................................... 143
Open Email Messages .............................................................................................................. 143
Delete an Email Account ........................................................................................................... 145
Manage Your Email Inbox ......................................................................................................... 146
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features ...................................................................................... 148
Data Services General Information (Sprint Spark LTE and 3G Networks) ....................................... 149
Sprint Spark LTE ....................................................................................................................... 149
Your User Name ....................................................................................................................... 150
Data Connection Status and Indicators .................................................................................... 151
Browser ............................................................................................................................................. 152
Use the Browser ....................................................................................................................... 152
Add a Bookmark ....................................................................................................................... 154
View Browser History ................................................................................................................ 156
Open New Browser Tabs .......................................................................................................... 158
Browser Settings ....................................................................................................................... 160
Get Chrome Support ................................................................................................................. 161
Camera and Video .................................................................................................................................... 164
Take Pictures and Record Videos .................................................................................................... 164
Take a Picture ........................................................................................................................... 164
Viewfinder Screen ..................................................................................................................... 166
Record Videos .......................................................................................................................... 166
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery........................................................................................... 168
Edit Pictures ...................................................................................................................................... 170
Share Pictures and Videos ............................................................................................................... 174
Send Pictures or Videos by Email ............................................................................................ 174
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Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message ..................................................................... 176
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth ................................................................................. 178
Send Pictures or Videos to Drive .............................................................................................. 180
Share Pictures or Videos on Google+ ...................................................................................... 182
Send a Picture on Hangouts ..................................................................................................... 184
Send Pictures or Videos to Photos ........................................................................................... 186
Send Pictures or Videos Using Wi-Fi Direct ............................................................................. 188
Share Pictures and Videos on Facebook ................................................................................. 190
Share Videos on YouTube ........................................................................................................ 192
Camera Settings ............................................................................................................................... 194
Switch Camera Modes .............................................................................................................. 194
Set Camera Functions .............................................................................................................. 195
Useful Apps and Features......................................................................................................................... 197
Calculator .......................................................................................................................................... 197
Calendar ............................................................................................................................................ 199
Add an Event to the Calendar ................................................................................................... 199
View Calendar Events ............................................................................................................... 201
Sync Calendars ......................................................................................................................... 203
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar...................................................................... 205
Clock ................................................................................................................................................. 205
Set Alarms................................................................................................................................. 206
Additional Clock Features ......................................................................................................... 208
Dolby Audio ....................................................................................................................................... 210
File Manager ..................................................................................................................................... 210
Google Search .................................................................................................................................. 211
Use Google Search ................................................................................................................... 211
Use Google Voice Search ......................................................................................................... 213
Google+............................................................................................................................................. 213
Hangouts ........................................................................................................................................... 215
Google Maps ..................................................................................................................................... 217
Music Player ...................................................................................................................................... 220
Listen to Music Using the Music Player .................................................................................... 220
The Playback Screen ................................................................................................................ 221
Create a Playlist ........................................................................................................................ 222
Manage Playlists ....................................................................................................................... 223
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Manage Songs in a Playlist....................................................................................................... 225
Set a Song as Ringtone ............................................................................................................ 226
Google Play Music App ..................................................................................................................... 228
Play Music with Google Play..................................................................................................... 228
Google Play Music Screen Layout ............................................................................................ 230
Create Playlists in Google Play Music ...................................................................................... 231
Sound Recorder ................................................................................................................................ 234
Voice Dialer ....................................................................................................................................... 235
Facebook .......................................................................................................................................... 236
Install the Facebook App on Your Phone ................................................................................. 236
Use Facebook ........................................................................................................................... 238
Twitter ............................................................................................................................................... 238
Install the Twitter App on Your Phone ...................................................................................... 239
Tweet on Twitter ....................................................................................................................... 239
LinkedIn ............................................................................................................................................. 239
Install the LinkedIn App on Your Phone ................................................................................... 239
Sign In to Your LinkedIn Account ............................................................................................. 240
YouTube ............................................................................................................................................ 240
View YouTube Videos ............................................................................................................... 240
Post a Video to YouTube .......................................................................................................... 240
Google Wallet.................................................................................................................................... 241
Connectivity ............................................................................................................................................... 242
Connections Optimizer ...................................................................................................................... 242
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer ...................................................................... 243
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................................. 245
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network .................................................................. 245
Wi-Fi Settings ............................................................................................................................ 246
Disconnect Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................................... 248
Wi-Fi Direct ............................................................................................................................... 250
Mobile Hotspot .......................................................................................................................... 252
Bluetooth Tethering ........................................................................................................................... 253
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................................... 254
Bluetooth Information ................................................................................................................ 255
Enable the Bluetooth Feature ................................................................................................... 255
Pair Bluetooth Devices .............................................................................................................. 256
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Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device ...................................................................................... 258
Send Information Using Bluetooth ............................................................................................ 259
Receive Data via Bluetooth ....................................................................................................... 261
Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 263
Airplane Mode ................................................................................................................................... 263
Wi-Fi Settings Menu .......................................................................................................................... 264
Bluetooth Settings ............................................................................................................................. 267
Mobile Networks Settings ................................................................................................................. 269
Data Usage Settings ......................................................................................................................... 271
Mobile Hotspot Settings .................................................................................................................... 272
More Settings .................................................................................................................................... 275
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ......................................................................................................... 276
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection ................................................................................ 276
Set Up Secure Credential Storage ........................................................................................... 276
Add a VPN Connection ............................................................................................................. 277
Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN ...................................................................................... 277
Default SMS App Settings ................................................................................................................ 279
Bluetooth Tethering Setting .............................................................................................................. 279
Sound & Notifications Settings .......................................................................................................... 280
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................ 281
Date & Time Settings ........................................................................................................................ 283
Language & Input Settings ................................................................................................................ 284
Storage Settings................................................................................................................................ 286
Battery Settings ................................................................................................................................. 287
App Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 288
Connect to PC Settings ..................................................................................................................... 289
Location Settings............................................................................................................................... 290
Security Settings ............................................................................................................................... 291
Backup & Reset ................................................................................................................................ 293
Accounts ........................................................................................................................................... 296
Accessibility Settings......................................................................................................................... 297
Printing .............................................................................................................................................. 299
Connect Your Printer to Your Google Account ......................................................................... 299
Use Cloud Print on Your Phone ................................................................................................ 299
Activate This Device.......................................................................................................................... 301
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System Updates ................................................................................................................................ 301
About Phone ..................................................................................................................................... 302
Copyright Information ........................................................................................................................ 303
For Assistance .......................................................................................................................................... 305
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 305
Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 306
Boost Account Information and Help ................................................................................................ 307
Manage Your Account .............................................................................................................. 307
Re-Boost ................................................................................................................................... 308
Index.......................................................................................................................................................... 309
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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 Boost MAX+. The following topics explain how best to use this guide
to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read this guide and the Important Information booklet in the box 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 the
Home Key
. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots in the 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™ or
microSDXC™ card is referred to as an "SD Card" or a "memory card."
How to Use This Guide
You can easily navigate this user guide, which is displayed in a browser window that is divided into three
areas.
These topics will teach you how to navigate the guide and use the features for each area.
Header and Toolbar Areas
[content from Flare project]
Search This Guide
[content from Flare project]
Topic Area
[content from Flare project]
Contents and Index Area
[content from Flare project]
Resizing Areas
[content from Flare project]
Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service the
first time.
Parts and Functions
These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Part
Ambient Light and Proximity
Sensor
Description
Detects how close an object is to the surface of the screen. This is
typically used to detect when your face is pressed up against the
screen, such as during a phone call.
While talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks
the keypad to prevent accidental keypresses.
Front Camera Lens
Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.
Earpiece
Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
LED
Displays a phone notification, charging status, or alert.
Part
Description
microSDXC Card Tray
Allows you to install an optional SD card to your phone. See Insert SD
Card and Remove SD Card.
UICC Card Cover
Protects your UICC card needed for connecting to the 4G network.
See Insert UICC Card.
Touchscreen
Displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the
call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides onetap access to all of your features and applications.
Volume Button
Allows you to adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice
volume during a call.
Power/Lock Button
Lets you turn the phone on or off, turn airplane mode on or off, turn the
screen on or off, or restart the phone.
Camera Button
Lets you activate the camera and take pictures or videos.
Menu Key
Allows you to access options available from the current screen with
one tap. Touch and hold to open the recently-used applications
screen.
Home Key
Returns you to the home screen. Touch and hold to open the Google
application.
Back Key
Lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the Notifications panel, or onscreen keyboard.
Speaker
Lets you hear the different ringtones and sounds. The speaker also
lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.
Charger/micro-USB Jack
Allows you to connect the phone charger or the USB cable (included).
Microphone
Transmits your voice for phone calls or records your voice or ambient
sounds for voice recordings and videos. The microphone on the back
of the phone is useful for capturing sound when recording videos.
Flash
Helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.
Back Camera Lens
Lets you take pictures and videos.
3.5 mm Headset Jack
Allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional headset for
convenient, hands-free conversations.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
UICC Card
The UICC card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information.
Handling a UICC Card
Keep the following in mind when handling a UICC card.
●
Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting UICC card in another-brand IC card
reader, etc. The company is not responsible in such case.
●
Always keep the IC chip clean.
●
Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
●
Avoid applying labels. May damage UICC card.
●
See instructions included with UICC card for handling.
●
UICC card is the property of the company.
●
UICC card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.
●
Return UICC card to the company when cancelling subscription.
●
Returned UICC cards are recycled for environmental purposes.
●
Note that UICC card specifications and performance may change without notice.
●
It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on UICC card. The
company is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.
●
Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your UICC card or phone (UICC card
inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.
Insert UICC Card
Follow these instructions to insert a UICC card.
Note: Your phone’s UICC card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only.
1. Remove the UICC card cover.
2. Hold the UICC card with the metal contacts on the card facing down and the cut edge oriented as
shown in the picture. Push the card into the card slot until it clicks into position.
3. Replace the UICC card cover. Ensure that all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around
the cover.
SD Card
Your phone supports the use of an optional SD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. It
supports cards up to 64 GB. Some cards may not operate properly with your phone.
SD Card Cautions
Data: Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage.
It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. The company is not responsible
for damages from data that is lost or changed.
Reading/Writing Data: Never power off while reading or writing data.
Battery Level: A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card.
Handling SD Card: Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if
swallowed.
Insert SD Card
Follow these steps to insert an optional SD card (not included). Always unmount the SD card before
removing it from your phone.
1. Push the point of the tray eject tool into the hole on the SD card tray.
2. Pull out the SD card tray and place the SD card in the tray making sure it is properly oriented.
Then carefully install the tray back.
Unmount the SD Card
Always unmounts the SD card before removing it from your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Storage.
2. Tap Unmount SD card > OK.
 When Unmount SD card changes to Mount SD card, the card is now unmounted.
Remove SD Card
Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. Always unmount the SD card or power the phone off
before removing the card.
1. Push the point of the tray eject tool into the hole on the SD card tray.
2. Pull the SD card tray out of the slot.
3. Remove the SD card.
4. Replace the empty SD card tray.
Format SD Card
When you insert an optional SD card for the first time, it is recommended that you format it on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Storage.
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2. Tap Erase SD card > ERASE SD CARD > ERASE EVERYTHING.

If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the
password or PIN. See Security Settings.
 All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone.
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using the included AC adapter, or via a USB
connection on your computer.
Charge the Battery Using the AC Adapter
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using the included AC adapter.
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1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/micro-USB jack on the side of your phone.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
 The indicator light illuminates when charging starts. Fully charging a battery may take up to
three hours.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.

Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet, and remove the micro USB cable from the phone and
the AC adapter.
Charge the Battery Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending
on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the micro-USB cord into the charger/micro-USB jack on the side of your
phone.
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2. Insert the large end of the micro USB cord into an external USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the micro USB cable from both the phone and the computer.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.
Turn Your Phone On
■
Press and hold the Power Button.
 Your phone will power on.

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 Activation and Service for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power Button to open the phone options menu.
2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off.
 Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap or Touch
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and
settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
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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.
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 Touchscreen Keyboards for more details.
Note: The auto-rotate feature needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change.
From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Display and check Auto-rotate screen.
Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the notifications panel. Pull down the status bar
and tap Auto Rotate to select or deselect the option.
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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.)
Activation and Service
Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your phone’s
serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker under the UICC card cover of your phone.
For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan
Set up your Boost Mobile account.
1. From your computer, visit boostmobile.com/activate.
2. Enter your phone’s MEID and click start activation process.

Your phone’s MEID (serial number) is printed on the sticker located under the UICC card
cover of your phone. This number can also be found on the bottom panel of the phone’s
package.
3. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.
4. Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your phone.
Note: You can also activate by phone by calling 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848) from any other
phone.
Activate Your Phone
After setting up your account on boostmobile.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is designed to
activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Boost Mobile device to a new one, be sure to
turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn
on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device automatically.
You can also start the activation process manually.
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From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Activate this device.
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.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on your
account.
1. On the Talkback screen, activate the Talkback feature by tapping the center of the screen if you
have sight problems, or tap Accessibility to explore other accessibility features.

If you have no accessibility problem with the phone, tap Next.
2. On the Language screen, select a language for your phone display and tap Next.
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3. On the Why use Wi-Fi screen, tap Next.
4. On the Select Wi-Fi screen, tap a Wi-Fi network to connect with it or tap SKIP > SKIP ANYWAY
to finish the setup process.
 Your phone is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access
additional options through the Apps screen or through 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.
For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.
Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function. For example, to
open Calculator, tap the Home Key to get to the home screen and then tap Apps
> Calculator
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●
Tap the Home Key
●
Tap the Back Key
●
Tap
at the bottom of the home screen to open the list of all applications on the phone. Swipe
left or right to find the one you need.
to get to the home screen from any other interface.
to return to the previous screen.
Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications by touching and holding the Menu Key.
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Touch and hold the Menu Key
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 –
Drag the status bar down and tap
For more information, see Settings.
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Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation
The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to
landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.
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Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.
Note: The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change.
From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Display > Auto-rotate screen.
Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the notifications panel. Pull down the status bar
and tap Auto Rotate to select or deselect the option.
Capture Screenshots
You can use your phone’s Power Key and Volume Key to capture screenshots.
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Press and hold the Power Key and the lower end of the Volume Key at the same time to capture
a screenshot of the current screen.
 The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s
Gallery. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
Applications
The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your phone.
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Launch Applications
All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list.
1. From home, tap Apps
 The apps list opens.
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2. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.
 The application opens.
Apps List
The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table
outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone.
App
Function/Service
Boost Zone
Manage your Boost account and get support, news, apps, and more right
from your phone.
Calculator
Perform basic and advanced mathematical equations and calculate tips.
Calendar
Organize your time and reminds you of important events.
Camera
Take and share pictures and videos.
Chrome
Browse the Internet and get your bookmarks, browsing history, and more
synced with your Google Account.
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App
Function/Service
Clock
Set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use stopwatch, or set a
time and count down to zero.
Contacts
Store and manage contacts saved in your phone as well as contacts
synchronized with your web accounts and computer.
Dolby Audio
Manage the Dolby Audio settings for enhanced audio experience with your
phone.
Downloads
Check the record of files you have downloaded using apps such as Browser
or Email.
Drive
Store and share files on Google servers for free after you sign in to your
Google Account.
Email
Send and receive emails from your webmail accounts or your corporate email
accounts.
File Manager
View and manage files stored on your phone's internal storage and your SD
card as well as a USB device when they are available.
Gadget Guardian
Protect your phone from malware and spyware, back up your data, and locate
your phone when it's missing.
Gallery
View and manage pictures and videos on your phone.
Gmail
Send and receive emails from your POP3 and IMAP email accounts as well
as your Google Accounts.
Google
Use Google search or get information when you need it with Google Now.
Google Settings
Manage some settings related to Google applications.
Google+
Socialize with friends on the Google+ online community.
Hangouts
Chat with Google+ friends or send text or multimedia messages.
Maps
Find your place on the map and find your way in the world.
Messaging
Exchange text messages (SMS) and multimedia messages (MMS).
Music
Play audio files stored on your phone.
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App
Function/Service
Phone
Place and receive calls and use voicemail.
Photos
Manage photos on the phone and your Google Account.
Play Books
Play Games
Play Movies & TV
Play Music
Buy and read the electronic version of new bestsellers and classics.
Buy and play games from the Google Play Store. Share your gaming
experience and progress with your friends.
Purchase, download and watch the latest and your favorite movies and TV
shows.
Play music on the phone and on your Google Account.
Play Newsstand
Purchase and read newspapers and magazines.
Play Store
Buy and download apps, games, and other content from the Google Play
Store.
Settings
Customize and configure your phone.
Sound Recorder
Record voice memos and listen to them whenever you like.
Video Player
Play and management video files on your phone.
Voice Dialer
Use speech recognition technologies to dial a phone number, open menus, or
launch phone functions.
Voice Search
Use Google search by voice.
Voicemail
Use Visual Voicemail to check and manage your voicemail messages.
YouTube
Watch video clips from YouTube.com, or upload your own and share with the
world.
Phone Number
Follow the instructions below to display your phone’s wireless phone number.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> About phone.
2. Tap Status.
 You will see the number listed under My phone number.
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Silent Mode/Airplane Mode
The following topics explain how to use your phone’s Silent Mode and Airplane Mode settings.
Silent Mode
Silent mode sets your phone’s ringtone, operation sounds, notifications, etc., not to sound to avoid
disturbing others around you.
Note: Certain sounds such as alarm sound may still be active during silent mode.
To set silent mode:
1. Drag the status bar down and tap
2. Tap Normal or Vibrate until you see Mute.
 Your phone is now in silent mode.
Tip: You can also access silent mode through the sound & notifications settings menu. From home, tap
Apps
> Settings
> Sound & notifications > Notification mode and select Mute. Or tap
Interruptions > When calls and notifications arrive, select Don't interrupt and a mute period.
To restore sound settings:
1. Drag the status bar down and tap
2. Tap Mute.
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 Your phone’s sound settings are now restored.
Tip: You can also access silent mode through the sound & notifications settings menu. From home, tap
Apps
Mute.
> Settings
> Sound & notifications > Notification mode and select an option other than
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your phone on so you can
use apps that don’t require a signal or data.
To turn on or off airplane mode:
1. Drag the status bar down and tap
2. Tap Airplane.
 Your phone is now in or out of airplane mode. When the phone is in airplane mode, you will see
the airplane mode icon
in the status bar.
Tip: You can also turn on or off airplane mode through the Settings menu. From home, tap Apps
Settings
and tap the switch next to Airplane mode.
Enter Text
You can type on your phone using one of the available touchscreen keyboards or Google voice typing.
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Touchscreen Keyboards
Your phone offers you a choice of three touchscreen keyboards for entering text. The keyboard appear
automatically onscreen when you tap a text entry field, and they can be used in either portrait or
landscape mode. You can also use the Google Voice typing option to enter text using your voice (see
Google Voice Typing for details).
The methods available include:
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Google keyboard lets you use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional options
expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately. See Google Keyboard for details.
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Swype lets you enter letters and words in one continuous motion by swiping your finger across
the letters. See Swype for details.
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TouchPal X lets you use Curve to speed up text input by replacing key-tapping gesture with a
tracing gesture where you move your finger from letter to letter without lifting the finger until you
reach the end of each word. See TouchPal X for details.
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Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For example, if
you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key.
Note: Along with the pre-installed keyboards, you can download additional keyboard options from Google
Play Store. See Find and Install an App for details.
To change the input method:
1. Tap a text entry field, so that a keyboard displays on the screen.
2. Slide the status bar down and tap Change keyboard.
3. Select an available input method.
Note: If you cannot find the input keyboard that has been installed, it may have been disabled. To enable
it, from the home screen, tap Apps
> Settings
> Language & input > Current Keyboard >
CHOOSE KEYBOARDS and tap the input keyboard that is disabled.
Google Keyboard
The Google 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.
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Using Google Keyboard
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Tap the alphabetic keys to enter letters. Touch and hold some specific keys to enter associated
accented letters or numbers. For example, to enter È, touch and hold
accented letters and number 3 appear. Then slide to choose È.
and the available
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As you enter a word, candidates appear above the keyboard. Tap to select the correct one; touch
and hold to see more possible options.
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Tap
to use uppercase. Double-tap
the current case you are using:
uppercase.
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Tap
●
Tap
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Tap
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Tap
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Touch and hold
to lock uppercase. This key also changes to indicate
for lowercase,
for uppercase, and
when locked in
to delete the text before the cursor.
to select numbers and symbols. You can then tap
to find more.
to enter miniature icons, such as expressions, horoscopes, and animals.
to use Google voice typing.
to change the input languages or set up the Google keyboard.
Using Gesture Typing
The Google keyboard supports the gesture typing feature. You use this feature to input a word by sliding
through the letters.
To enable and use gesture typing:
1. Touch and hold
on the Google keyboard and then tap Google Keyboard Settings.
2. Tap Gesture Typing and then tap Enable gesture typing if this feature is turned off.
3. Move your finger from letter to letter on the keyboard to trace a word without lifting the finger until
you reach the end of the word.
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Swype
The Swype™ keyboard lets you enter words by drawing a path from letter to letter in one continuous
motion. When you lift your finger after the last letter of a word, a space is automatically added.
Using Swype
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Tap the alphabetic keys to enter letters. Touch and hold specific keys to enter associated
accented letters, symbols, or numbers. For example, to enter Ţ, touch and hold
available characters and numbers. Slide to choose Ţ and release.
●
Tap
case:
to use uppercase. Tap
for lowercase,
to open
twice to lock uppercase. This key also indicates the current
for uppercase, and
when locked in uppercase.
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Tap
to enter a space. Touch and hold this key to open a pop-up menu for language
selection.
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Tap
to select numbers and symbols. Tap
enter letters.
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Touch and hold
or
and then slide to choose different keyboards. You can select
keyboards layouts suitable for left hand, right hand or two hands, open a phone keypad to enter
numbers and certain symbols, open a pop-up menu to choose emoticons, or open a text editing
panel where you can select, copy, and paste text.
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Tap
to enter a smile symbol. Hold
or
to find more symbols. Tap
to go back to
to open an emoticon list.
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Tap
to delete a character before the cursor. Touch and hold
before the cursor.
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Tap
●
Touch and hold
to delete words one by one
to use Google voice typing.
to open the Swype settings.
To enter text via Swype:
Move your finger from letter to letter to trace a word without lifting the finger until you reach the end of the
word.
The following example shows how to enter the word "here". Put your finger on "h" and slide to "e", "r", and
back to "e". When complete, lift your finger off the screen and the matched words are displayed.
Tips for using Swype Text Input:
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To enter double letters, scribble slightly or make a loop on the letter. For example, to get the "ll" in
"hello", scribble (or make a loop) on the "l" key.
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Lift your finger at the end of the word. A space is added automatically when you "Swype" the next
word.
For more information about using Swype and its additional capabilities, including using voice entry and
personalizing your Swype dictionary, touch and hold
from the Swype keyboard display and then tap
Help. You can also visit swype.com for more information.
TouchPal X
TouchPal X Keyboard offers three layouts including T26, T12 and T+. You can tap
or an input language.
to select a layout
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You can also use Curve to speed up text input by replacing the key tapping operation with a tracing
gesture where you move your finger from letter to letter without lifting the finger until you reach the end of
the word.
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The T26 Layout
The T26 layout offers an input experience similar to a computer keyboard.
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The alphabetic keys: Tap the keys to enter letters. Touch and hold a key and slide to choose
more characters.
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The capital key: Tap
to use uppercase. Double-tap
changes to indicate the current case you are using:
to lock uppercase. This key also
for lowercase,
for uppercase, and
when locked in uppercase.
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Word prediction: Slide left or right on the space key to turn on or off prediction, as indicated by
and
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Language and layout: Tap
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Pre-defined texts: Tap
to select an input language or a keyboard layout.
to enter digits and symbols. You can tap the arrow keys to turn
pages, or tap
to go back to the alphabetic keys. Touch and hold
space key to enter Emoji and emoticons.
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The delete key: Tap
delete a whole word.
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Voice input: Tap
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Edit text: Tap
or delete text.
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More options: Tap
theme, and more.
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Close the keyboard: Tap
or slide up on the
to delete text before the cursor. You can also slide left on the key to
and speak through the microphone.
to open text editing options. You can move the cursor, select, copy, cut, paste,
to access the quick settings of TouchPal X keyboard, change the keyboard
. You can tap the text field again to show the keyboard.
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The T12 Layout
The layout is similar to a phone pad in T12 mode.
Tap an alphabetic key repeatedly until the desired letter appears. You can also touch and hold the key
and slide left or right to choose the letter or number you need.
If word prediction is enabled (
), just tap the keys once and choose the right word.
The T+ Layout
Tap to enter the left letter on the key. Double-tap or flick right to enter the right letter/symbol on the key.
You can also touch and hold a key and slide left or right to choose more letters and symbols.
If word prediction is enabled (
), just tap the keys and choose the right word.
Curve Word Gesture
Curve allows you to enter text by moving your finger on the screen from letter to letter to enter each word.
To enable and use Curve:
1. On the TouchPal X keyboard, tap
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> Settings and check Curve - Word gesture.
2. If prompted, tap OK to switch to the T26 layout.
3. Move your finger from letter to letter on the keyboard to trace a word without lifting the finger until
you reach the end of the word.
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Note: Curve is only available in the T26 layout.
Tip: Tap when you want to. If you want to enter a single letter, go ahead and tap the key.
Tip: Lift your finger at the end of the word. A space is added automatically when you begin to trace the
next word.
Google Voice Typing
Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text.
To use Google Voice typing:
1. Slide the status bar down when entering text and tap Change keyboard > Google voice typing.
– or –
Tap
to access the voice typing feature when you are using the Google keyboard.
– or –
Tap
to access the voice typing feature when you are using the Swype keyboard.
2. When you see the microphone image, speak what you want to type. The phone will work on your
speech and display the transcription.
3. Continue entering text or touch DELETE to cancel the last dictated text.
Tip: Say "comma," "period," "question mark," "exclamation mark," or "exclamation point" to enter
punctuation.
Tips for Editing Text
Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting
text, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more.
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To move the insertion point, tap where you want to type. The cursor blinks in the new position,
and a tab appears below it. Drag the tab to move the cursor.
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To select text, touch and hold or double-tap the text. The nearest word is selected, with a tab at
both ends of the selection. Drag the tabs to change the selection. To cancel the selection, simply
tap the text field.
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To cut or copy text, select the text you want to manipulate. Then tap
portrait mode.
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To replace text with the clipboard text, select the text you want to replace. Then tap PASTE or
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You can customize your personal dictionary for word suggestion and spell check. From home, tap
(cut) or
(copy) in
Apps
> Settings
> Language & input > Personal dictionary. Then select a language
and tap the Add (+) icon to add a new word.
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Many input methods have predictive text features of their own. You may need to configure them
separately. For example, when using the TouchPal X keyboard, slide left or right on the space
key to turn on or off prediction, as indicated by
and
. For Swype, you can tap Apps
from home and select Settings
> Language & input > Swype > Settings and configure
prediction options like Auto-correction and Next word prediction.
Google Account
You will need a Google Account to access several phone features such as Gmail, Google Maps,
Hangouts, 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 online or using your phone.
Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your phone’s Setup
application.
Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your phone, such as Google Play,
you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your phone.
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Create a Google Account Online
1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com.
2. On the main page, click Sign in > Create an account.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account.
4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to confirm
and activate your new account.
Create a Google Account Using Your Phone
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Accounts > Add account > Google.
2. Tap OR CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT.
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3. Enter your First name and Last name, and then tap NEXT >.
4. Enter a desired Username, and then tap NEXT >. Your phone then connects to Google and
checks username availability. Change the username and try again if it is already in use.
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5. When prompted, enter and reenter a password, and then tap NEXT >.
6. Confirm your country and phone number and tap NEXT >. The phone number can help you get
back into your Google Account in case you forget your password. You can also tap REMIND ME
LATER to set up the phone number later.
Note: To verify your phone number, Google will send a one-time text message to your phone. Tap SEND
IT and wait for the verification to complete automatically.
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7. On the Privacy and Terms screen, tap AGREE >. Now your Google Account is ready to go. Tap
NEXT > to go to the next screen.
8. On the Google services screen, select your Google service options and tap NEXT >.
9. Select Add credit or debit card and tap NEXT > to set up your billing information for purchasing
apps, games, movies, and books in the Google Play Store app from your phone. You can also
select Remind me later and tap NEXT >.
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 You are signed in to your Google Account, and your phone will synchronize the selected items.
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
> Settings
> Accounts > Add account > Google.
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2. Enter your existing Google Account username or email, and then tap NEXT >.
3. Enter your password, and then tap NEXT >.
4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, tap ACCEPT > to agree to Google privacy
policy and terms of service.
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5. On the Google services screen, select your Google service options and tap NEXT >.
6. Select Add credit or debit card and tap NEXT > to set up your billing information for purchasing
apps, games, movies, and books in the Google Play Store app from your phone. You can also
select Remind me later and tap NEXT >.
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 You are signed in to your Google 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.
To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s Wi-Fi or
mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Sign In to Your Google Account for
details.
Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your phone from Google Play (provided by
Google Inc.). The company 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 third-party application
provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal
information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you
aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application.
Find and Install an App
When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your phone, they may require access to
your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions
or settings of your phone. Download and install only apps that you trust.
1. From home, tap Play Store
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2. When you open the Google Play store app for the first time, the Terms of Service window may
appear. Tap ACCEPT to continue.
3. Browse through the categories (Apps, Games, Movies & TV, Music, Books, or Newsstand),
find an item you're interested in, and tap the name.

Browse through featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open Google
Play.

Search for an app. Tap
on the Google Play home screen, enter the name or type of app
you’re looking for, and then tap the search key on the keyboard.
4. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews.
5. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications).
Note: You need a Google Wallet account to purchase items on Google Play. See Google Wallet to set up
a Google Wallet account if you do not have one.
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6. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal
information or access to certain functions or settings of your phone. If you agree to the conditions,
tap ACCEPT (for free apps) or ACCEPT and then BUY (for paid apps) to begin downloading and
installing the app.

If you selected a paid application, after tapping BUY, you’re redirected to the Google Wallet
screen to pay for the application before it’s downloaded to your phone.
 The selected app is downloaded and installed on your phone.
Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to
many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap ACCEPT on this screen, you are
responsible for the results of using this item on your phone.
Purchasing Applications
Purchase apps at your own risk. The company is not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for
user or third parties.
Request a Refund for a Paid App
If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your
credit card is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your phone.
If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you can’t request a refund a second time.
1. From home, tap Play Store
2. Tap Menu
> My apps.
3. Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens.
4. Tap REFUND, and then tap UNINSTALL. Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled.
Update an App
Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from
the Play Store app.
Update an App Directly
1. From home, tap Play Store
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2. Tap Menu
> My apps.
3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap UPDATE > ACCEPT.
 The app update is downloaded and installed.
Note: You can also tap UPDATE ALL in My apps to install available updates for all your apps.
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Set Automatic App Updates
1. From home, tap Play Store
2. Tap Menu
> My apps.
3. Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap
and check Auto-update.
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 The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available.
Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps.
Uninstall an App
You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play.
1. From home, tap Play Store
2. Tap Menu
> My apps.
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3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL > OK.
 The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone. .
Get Help with Google Play
The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about
the app.
1. From home, tap Play Store
2. Tap Menu
> Help & Feedback.
 The app will take you to the Google Play Store Help page, where you will find comprehensive,
categorized information about Google Play.
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 Button. Pressing the Power Button 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.
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Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power Button.
 The lock screen appears.
2. Touch and hold an empty area of the screen to unlock it.
 The screen is unlocked.

If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the
password or PIN. See Security Settings.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the camera icon at the bottom right corner of the lock screen to launch
the camera.
Update Your Phone
From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates
through the Settings > System updates menu.
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.
Update Your Phone Firmware
You can update your phone's software using the Update Firmware option.
Update Your Phone’s Firmware
Use the Update Firmware option to update your phone’s firmware.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> System updates.
2. Tap Update Firmware.
 Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required
to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade.
Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notifications panel.
1. Locate the System Update Available icon (
) in the status bar.
2. Drag the status bar down.
3. Tap
to open the update screen.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to restart and install the update.
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Confirm Your Current Phone Firmware
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> About phone.
2. Locate the Baseband version read-only field.
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Update Your Android Operating System
This option allows you to update the Android Operating System (OS) on your phone via an over-the-air
connection.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> System updates > Update ZTE Software.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Update Your Profile
This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to
change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> System updates > Update Profile.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
 The phone will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.
Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to
reconnect with the network.
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Update Your PRL
This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> System updates > Update PRL.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
 The phone will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.
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Your Phone Interface
The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the
status bar, and use the notifications 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 bar
The status bar displays icons to notify you of phone and service status
information on the right side (such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi
and data connectivity, ringer status, and time) and notifications on the left
side (such as notifications for incoming messages, missed calls, and
application updates).
Widget
Widgets are self-contained onscreen apps that reside 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.
Folder
You can group shortcuts on the home screen into folders for convenient
access.
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.
Application list (Apps)
Tap to open the application (apps) list. The Apps icon is a primary shortcut
available from all home screens.
Menu Key
Tap to access options available from the current screen. Touch and hold to
open the recently-used applications screen.
Home Key
Tap to display the main home screen. Touch and hold to open the Google
application.
Back Key
Tap to return to the previous screen.
Note: Your phone’s home screens cycle through so that you can keep swiping in one direction and make
it back to the main home screen. The small circles above the primary shortcuts let you know your current
screen position.
Tip: Tap 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. Tap the Home Key
to display the main home screen and then
drag across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
There are up to eight and at least two extended screens available in addition to the main home screen.
●
If you are not already using the maximum number of screens for your phone, you can add more
screens when adding a shortcut or widget to the home screen. See Add Shortcuts to the Home
Screen and Add Widgets to the Home Screen.
●
If there are more than two extended screens and you remove all contents from one screen, the
empty screen is deleted automatically.
●
While on an extended screen, tap the Home Key
to return to the main home screen.
To delete or set the home screens:
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From any home screen, touch and hold an empty area to display thumbnail images of all screens.
on the corner of its thumbnail and select OK.

To delete a home screen, tap

To set a home screen as the main home screen, tap

To change the order of the screens, touch and hold a thumbnail and drag it left or right to a
new position.
at the bottom of its thumbnail.
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 notifications panel or access the quick settings menu,
tap the status bar and drag it down.
Status Bar Layout
Main Notification Icons
Icon
Notification
New text message
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Icon
Notification
New multimedia message
New messages from the Email app
New message(s) from the Gmail app
missed call
new voicemail
new Hangout message
Upcoming event
USB connection
Call in progress
Downloading or receiving data
Uploading or sending data
Open Wi-Fi network detected
Wired headset connected
Music playing
Updates available from the Google Play Store
SD card unmounted and safe to remove
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Main Status Icons
Icon
Status
®
Bluetooth active
GPS active
®
Wi-Fi active
Wi-Fi transferring data
Signal strength
3G mobile data available
4G mobile data available
Using mobile data
Airplane mode
Alarm set
Battery full
Battery low
Battery charging
Priority mode
Silent mode
Vibration mode
Speakerphone on
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Icon
Status
Microphone off
Mobile hotspot on
Notifications Panel
Drag the status bar down to open the notifications panel. From there, you can check notifications,
download updates, open messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.
Open the Notifications Panel
■
Drag the status bar down. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)
 The notifications panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list.
Close the Notifications Panel
■
Drag the notifications panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.)
– or –
■
Tap the Back Key
to close the notifications panel.
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Notifications Panel Layout
The notifications panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu.
Customize the Home Screen
Learn how to set the wallpaper or theme, and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from
the home screen.
Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen
●
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 Delete
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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 Widgets, Wallpapers, Theme, and Effect.
Change the Wallpaper
Select and assign your phone’s background wallpaper.
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1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers.

You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps
Settings
> Display > Wallpaper.
2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper.
3. If necessary, tap Set wallpaper.
 The wallpaper is set.
Note: If you select Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Once selected, use the crop
tool to resize and position the image and then tap
Change the Theme
Each theme contains a unique set of icons. You can change the theme to the one you like.
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1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Theme.
2. Tap the theme you like.
 The theme is set.
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen
You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen.
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1. From home, tap Apps
 The Apps list opens.
2. Touch and hold an app icon.
 The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens.
Note: If there are less than eight extended home screens, you can add a new extended home screen
while you add a shortcut. Just drag the app icon to the right edge of the screen and drop it after you reach
the right-most screen.
 The shortcut is added to the home screen.
Add Widgets to the Home Screen
You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a
home screen. Unlike a shortcut, a widget works like as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of
widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many
others.
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1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Widgets.
2. Touch and hold a widget icon.
 The icon will disengage and float with your finger.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens.
Note: If there are less than eight extended home screens, you can add a new extended home screen
while you add a widget. Just drag the widget icon to the right edge of the screen and drop it after you
reach the right-most screen.
 The widget is added to the home screen.
Add Folders to the Home Screen
You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access.
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1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut you want to place in a folder.
2. Drag the shortcut to Folder
at the top left and release it.
 A new folder is created.
3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new
folder.
 The new shortcut is added to the 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 Done.
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Phone App
The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail,
set up and manage contacts, 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
■
Adjusting Call Volume: Press the Volume Buttons during the call.
Troubleshooting
Question: Difficulty during call.
Answer 1: It may not be possible to make a call properly in a noisy location.
Answer 2: When calling using Speaker, check the call volume. Raising the call volume may make
calling difficult.
Question: Sound pops momentarily during a call.
Answer: 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 ―tr
aditional‖ way to place a call is by using the phone’s dialer screen.
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1. From home, tap Phone
to display the dialer screen.
 The dialer screen opens.
2. Tap the number keys on the dialpad to enter the phone number.

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.
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3. Tap
to call the number.
 The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.
4. To end the call, tap
 The call ends.
Troubleshooting
Question: Call does not connect.
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, touch and hold Emergency call (ICE).
2. Tap
next to 911.
 As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed.
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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
3. Tap
 As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed.
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E9-1-1) Information
This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E9-1-1
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.
Answer an Incoming Call
1. When a call arrives, drag
down to answer it.
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 The call begins.
2. To end the call, tap
 The call ends.
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Mute the Ringing Sound
■
Press the Power Button or the Volume Buttons to mute the ringer without rejecting the call.
Reject an Incoming Call
■
When a call arrives, drag
up to reject it.
 The ringtone or vibration will stop and call will be sent directly to voicemail.
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, drag
up from the bottom of the screen.
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 You will see a list of preset text messages.
2.
Tap one of the preset messages or write a message to send it to the caller.
 The selected message will be delivered to the caller.

You can edit the reject messages through the Call settings menu. From the Phone app, tap
Menu
> Settings > General settings > Quick responses and tap a message to edit it.
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations
While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options.
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In-Call Screen Layout
Tap More to display all available options. Tap options to activate them during a call.
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Add call: Tap to make another call separately from the current call, which is put on hold. When
both calls are connected, you can tap MERGE CALLS to join the two calls into a conference call.
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Message: Open the Messaging app and view your text and multimedia messages.
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Contacts: Open the Contacts app and view your contacts list.
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Dialpad: Toggle the appearance of the onscreen keypad. You can use it during a call to enter
additional numbers, such as an extension, account number or password.
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Mute: Mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to unmute the microphone.
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Speaker: Route the phone’s audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off).

Activate Speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the
speaker volume using the Volume Button.)

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.
Note: When a Bluetooth headset is connected to your phone, you can route the audio through the
Bluetooth headset (
), the phone earpiece (
), or the phone speaker (
). Tap one of these icons
and select Speaker, Handset earpiece, or Bluetooth to change how the audio is routed.
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End call: Tap
to end the current call.
Place Calls from Contacts/Call Logs
Make calls quickly using Contacts and Call Logs.
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.
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2. Tap CONTACTS to display the Contacts list.
 The contacts list appears.
3. Tap a contact.
4. Tap the number you want to call.
 The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.
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5. To end the call, tap
 The call ends.
Tip: You can also place a call directly from the Contacts list. Tap
place a call to the entry’s default number.
next to the entry you want to call to
Call from Call Logs
The Call logs 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 RECENT CALLS to display the recent call history.
Tip: To view the complete call history, scroll to the bottom of RECENT CALLS and tap View full call
history.
3. Tap
next to an entry to call the number.
 The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.

For additional options, tap the name or number.
4. To end the call, tap

The call ends.
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Optional Services
The following topics outline additional voice-related services available with your phone, including call
services, voicemail, and more.
Voicemail Setup
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a
password to protect against unauthorized access. 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
2. Touch and hold
to display the dialer screen.
to dial your voicemail number.
 Your phone dials the voicemail access number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:

Create your password.

Record your name announcement.

Record your greeting.
Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting
up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access
to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find exactly the
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
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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 Voicemail
 You’ll see a "Personalize your voicemail" prompt.
2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to:

Create a password (part of standard voicemail).

Record your name announcement.

Record your greeting.
Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting
up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access
to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
3. Tap the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the voicemail
services.
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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 Voicemail
 You will see the voicemail inbox.
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2. Tap a message to review it.
Tip: There are several icons at the bottom of the review screen for deletion, sharing, calling, and other
options. For an explanation of all your options, tap Menu
Messages > Message Playback.
> Help > Messaging > Receiving
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages
When you are done listening to a voicemail message you can easily access other voicemail messages
without returning to the main voicemail screen.
1. Listen to the current voicemail message.
2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message.
 The next or previous message is displayed. You can tap
to play it.
You can navigate through voicemail messages as frequently as you'd like. You can even move to the next
or previous message before you're finished listening to the current one.
Visual Voicemail Options
Your visual voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen.
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1. From home, tap Voicemail
2. Tap a message to review it. The following options are available while reviewing a voicemail
message:

Call to call the sender.

Share to share the message. Options depend on the applications installed.

Delete to delete the voice message.
Reply to reply to the message.


Tap
> Archive to archive the current message. You can find it in the Archive box.
Note: Not all options are available for all messages.
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and
more.
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1. From home, tap Voicemail
2. Tap Menu
> Settings.
 You will see the voicemail settings menu.
3. Select an option to change its settings.
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Display

Help

Preferences

Sound

Updates

About Voicemail
Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu
Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves
you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.
1. From home, tap Voicemail
2. Tap Menu
> 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 via 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 Voicemail
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2. Tap Menu
> 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.
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
2. Tap
3. Enter a phone number.
4. Tap
 Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone.
To permanently block your number, call Customer Service.
Call Waiting
When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls. 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’re on a call:
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Tap Answer. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.)
To switch back to the first caller:
■
Tap More >
Swap.
Note: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call Waiting by
tapping
before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call.
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
3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded.
4. Tap
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 You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding. All calls to your wireless
number will be forwarded to the designated phone number.
To deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap
3. Tap
 You will hear a tone to confirm the deactivation.
Call Settings
Your phone’s Call Settings and General Settings menus let you configure your voicemail options and a
number of other settings for the phone application.
Call and General Settings Options
Use the Call Settings and General Settings menus to adjust the following settings:
Setting
Description
Contact display options
Set up the way contacts are displayed and sorted in the contacts list in
the Phone app.
Sounds and vibrate
Set up the default ringtone for incoming calls and enable/disable
vibration or keypad tones.
Quick responses
Edit the text messages that you can quickly send to rejected callers.
Phone account settings
Manage Internet calling accounts and set Internet calling options.
Voicemail
Adjust your voicemail settings.
TTY mode
Select a TTY mode for your phone to work with a teletypewriter.
Hearing aids
Turn on or off hearing aids compatibility.
Noise reduction
Reduce background noise during calls.
Speed dial
Set speed dialing keys.
DTMF tones
Set the length of Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency signal tones.
Call ended operation tips
Get operation tips when you end a call.
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Setting
Description
Voice privacy
Use enhanced privacy mode.
Plus code dialing setting
Enable plus code dialing and set international dialing code.
Use the Call Settings Menu
1. From home, tap Phone
 The phone app opens.
2. Tap Menu
> Settings.
 The Settings menu appears.
3. Configure your options.

Tap a menu item to display its options.

Select your options and follow the prompts to set them.
 Your settings options are set.
Contact Display Options
You can change the way contacts are displayed and sorted in the CONTACTS list of the Phone app.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > General settings.
3. Tap Sort by and select First name or Last name to change the way contacts are sorted in the
list.
– or –
Tap Name format and select First name first or Last name first to change the way contact
names are displayed in the list.
Sounds and Vibrate Settings
You can set the default incoming call ringtone, dialpad tones, and vibration.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > General settings.
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3. Tap Phone ringtone to select a ringtone.
– or –
Check Dialpad tones or Also vibrate for calls to make the phone play tones when you tap the
keypad or make the phone vibrate when it rings for incoming calls.
Quick Responses
This menu allows you to edit the text response that you can quickly send to the caller when you reject a
call. See " Reject a Call and Send a Text Message" in Answer Phone Calls.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > General settings.
3. Tap Quick responses.
4. Tap a preset response.
5. In the window that opens, edit the message and tap OK.
Phone Account Settings
If you need to add an Internet calling account or set Internet calling options, use the Phone account
settings menu.
Add an Internet Calling Account
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Tap Phone account settings > SIP accounts > ADD ACCOUNT.
4. Follow the instructions from your Internet calling service provider to configure the settings for your
account.
5. Tap SAVE.
Set Which calls use Internet Calling
You can configure your phone to place all calls using Internet calling (when you're connected to a Wi-Fi
network), or just calls to Internet calling addresses.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Tap Phone account settings > Use SIP calling.
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4. Tap For all calls or Only for SIP calls.
Receive Internet Calls
By default, your phone is configured to make Internet calls, but not to ensure that you will receive them.
But you can configure your phone to listen for Internet calls made to an Internet calling account you
added to your phone.
Note: This feature will reduce your battery life between charges.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Tap Phone account settings and check Receive incoming calls.
Voicemail Settings
If you need to adjust your voicemail settings, use the Voicemail settings menu.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > Voicemail.
3. Configure your options.
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
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call 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.
 Your phone’s TTY mode is set.
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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.
Hearing Aids
Your phone supports HAC (Hearing Aid Compatibility) function. When you turn on the hearing aid
compatibility and use a hearing aid device with a telecoil in it to answer the phone, it will help you hear
more clearly during the phone call.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Check Hearing aids to turn on HAC.
 The hearing aid compatibility is turned on.
Noise Reduction
With noise reduction, your phone can use the microphone on its back to reduce background noise from
your side during calls.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Check or uncheck Noise reduction to enable or disable this feature.
Speed Dial
The speed dial setting allows you to set speed dialing keys.
To set up speed dialing:
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > Speed dial.
3. Tap a speed dial key.
4. Enter the phone number or tap
and select one from the contacts.
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5. Tap OK.
Note: If you assign a number to an already in-use speed dial location, the new phone number will
automatically replace the previous speed dial assignment.
DTMF Tones
The DTMF tones setting allows you to set the length of Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) signal tones.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > DTMF tones.
3. Tap Long or Normal.
Call Ended Operation Tips
This option allows you to get operation tips when you end a call. You can call back, send a message to
the caller, or add the caller to contacts.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings.
3. Check Call ended operation tips to enable this feature.
Voice Privacy
Voice privacy allows you to enable enhanced privacy mode.
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > Additional settings.
3. Check Voice privacy to enable this feature.
Plus Code Dialing Setting
Plus Code Dialing allows the phone to automatically dial the international access code for your location
when you touch and hold
in the dialer.
To activate Plus Code Dialing:
1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > Additional settings > Plus code dialing setting.
3. Check North American dialing to enable this feature.
To change the international dialing code:
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1. From home, tap Phone
2. Tap Menu
> Settings > Call settings > Additional settings > Plus code dialing setting.
3. Tap International dialing.
4. Input a new code and tap OK.
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, and compatible email programs (including Exchange Server).
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. The
company is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts.
Add a Contact
You can add contacts from your phone’s Contacts or Phone application. Enter details such as name,
phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
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 You will see the CONTACTS list.
2. Tap
to add a contact.
 The Add new contact screen appears.
3. If you have multiple account types associated with your phone, tap the field above the name and
select a contact type.

Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced
automatically with your Google Account online.

Select Phone-only, unsynced contact as the sync account if you want your contacts on
your phone only; they will not be synced with your Google Account.
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4. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.

Contact photo: Tap
to assign a picture to the contact.

Name

Phone

Email

Address

Ringtone

Notification ringtone

Special dates

Groups

Add another field: Tap ADD ANOTHER FIELD to include additional information such as IM
address, Notes, Nickname, Website, etc.
Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile,
Home, Work, etc.), 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 new below the entry field. To delete
an entry, tap
beside it.
5. When you have finished adding information, tap
on the top left.
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 The contact is added.
Save a Phone Number
You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone dialpad.
1. From home, tap Phone
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2. Enter a phone number and tap Add to contacts.
3. To add the number to an existing contact, scroll the contact list and tap the contact. To add a new
contact, tap

For an existing contact, tap the contact name and select a number type for the new number.

For a new contact, enter the name and any additional information.
4. Tap
 The contact is added.
Check Contacts
View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry.
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1. From home, tap Phone
> CONTACTS tab.
 You will see the Contacts list.

You can also access contacts directly from the Contacts shortcut or the apps list. From home,
tap Contacts
, or if there’s no shortcut, tap Apps
> Contacts
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2. Tap a contact to view its details.
 The contact’s detailed listing appears. If needed, scroll up to see more information.
Contacts Screen Layout
The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features.
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Item
Description
Groups tab
Show contact groups.
Favorites tab
Show favorite contacts.
Contacts tab
Show all contacts.
Contact
Tap to show contact’s details.
Scroll
Scroll the contacts list by letter.
Call
Place a call to the contact.
Add new
Add a new contact.
Search
Search contacts.
More options
Get more contacts options.
Create Your Own Profile
You can create your own profile (name card) on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
2. Scroll to the top of contacts list and tap Set up my profile or your phone number.

If a profile has already been set up, you can tap the listing under ME and then tap
your profile.
to edit
3. Edit your contact information.
4. Tap
Edit a Contact
Once you’ve 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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
 The contact’s detailed listing appears.
3. Tap
4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap
 Your changes are saved to the contact entry.
Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile,
Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field.
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add new below the entry field.
Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
 The contact’s detailed listing appears.
3. Tap Menu
> Delete.
4. Tap OK.
 The contact is deleted.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the contact list and then tap
> OK.
Add a Contact to Favorites
You can add frequently-used contacts to Favorites. Favorite contacts with phone numbers will be placed
in the SPEED DIAL tab of the Phone app, so you can place a call quickly.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
 The contact’s detailed listing appears.
3. Tap
at the top of the listing details.
Note: To remove a contact from Favorites, open the contact's detailed listing and tap
Share a Contact
You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, messaging, and more.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Menu
> Share.
 You will see the Share contact via menu. Scroll up to see all the options.
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3. In the Share contact via menu, select a method:

Messaging to send the information in a multimedia message. Select a contact or enter a
wireless phone number or email address, enter any additional information, and then tap
or SEND. For more information on messaging, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).

Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and
sending via Bluetooth.

Drive to upload the information as a vCard file to Google Drive.

Email/Gmail to send the information as an attachment. Address the message, add a subject
and a message, and then tap
Gmail for details.

. See Compose and Send Email and Create and Send
WiFi Direct to send the information via Wi-Fi Direct. See Wi-Fi Direct for information on
pairing and sending via Wi-Fi Direct.
4. Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method.
 The selected contact will be shared.
Search for a Contact
You can easily search for the contact you need.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap
> Contacts
at the top right to open the Find contacts field.
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3. Input the contact name, phone number, or any other contact information. The contacts matched
will be listed.
Synchronize Contacts
Syncing data from your managed accounts lets you add and manage new or existing contacts from your
online or remote accounts to your phone. Prior to syncing, you must have an active Google or Corporate
account with associated contacts, and be signed into your account with the phone.
If auto sync is turned on, your phone can sync contacts automatically.
Tip: For information on adding Google or Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts, see Sign In to Your
Google Account or Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.
To sync contacts when auto sync is turned off:
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu
> Contacts
> Accounts.
3. Tap the account type and then the account containing the contacts you wish to synchronize.
4. Tap Contacts or Menu
information.

> Sync now. Your Contacts then reflects any updated contact
This update process works both ways. For example, any changes on the phone are updated
to your online accounts after sync.
Work With Contact Groups
You can organize contacts into groups and send messages to selected group members.
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Set Up a New Group
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap
> Contacts
and then tap the GROUPS tab.
to create a new group.
3. Choose an account for the group if prompted.
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4. Enter the group name in the Group's name field.
5. Tap Add member and select the contacts you wish to be the group members, and then tap
6. If necessary, tap Default below RINGTONE and Vibrate Pattern to set a special ringtone and
vibration pattern for incoming calls from the group members.
7. Tap Done
Rename a Group
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
2. Tap a group and then tap Menu
and then tap the GROUPS tab.
> Rename group.
3. Edit the group name tap SAVE.
Note: You cannot rename some preset groups, such as the Emergency Contacts (ICE) group.
Remove Members From a Group
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
2. Tap a group and then tap Menu
and then tap the GROUPS tab.
> Multi-Select.
3. Check the contacts you want to remove from the group and then tap
> OK.
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Delete a Group
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
and then tap the GROUPS tab.
2. Tap a group you want to remove and then tap Menu
> Delete Group.
3. Tap OK to disband the group. The contacts in the group will not be deleted.
Import Contacts
Your phone offers a couple of options for importing contacts from the phone's internal storage, connected
USB storage, or installed memory card. This is especially useful when you need to transfer contacts
between different devices.
Before Importing Contacts
You will need to have copied previously backed up contacts information into your phone's internal storage,
an installed SD card, or a USB storage device before you can import contacts. See SD Card for SD card
information.
Import Contacts from an SD Card or USB Storage
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Menu
> Import/Export.
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 You will see the Import/export contacts menu.
3. Tap Import from storage.
4. Select an account for the imported contacts.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import.
 The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account.
Back Up Contacts to an SD Card
If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can
manually back them up for re-import if needed.
You can back up your contacts to an installed SD card. If no SD card is installed, the contacts will be
backup up to the phone storage.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Menu
> Import/Export.
 You will see the Import/export contacts menu.
3. Tap Export to storage.
4. The phone will prompt you with the name and the directory of the vCard file. Tap OK to create the
file.
 The contacts are exported and saved to the installed SD card or the phone storage.
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Messaging and Internet
With wireless service and your phone’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to
share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and
corporate email, 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 Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap
. The New message screen opens.
3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:

Enter phone numbers directly in the To field. If you’re sending the message to several phone
numbers, tap Next or the return key on the keyboard after entering each number. 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 the
icon, and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message. You
can also select from call log, favorite contacts, or contact groups as recipients. When you
have selected all the message recipients, tap OK.

Enter the first few letters of the recipient's name to display a matching list of names from your
stored contacts. Tap a match to add the recipient.
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4. Tap the ―
Type message‖ box and then start composing your message.
Note: A counter appears above the Send button (
) to tell you how many characters are left. Once you
go over the 160-character limit, a new message is created but automatically joined into one when
received.
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 Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap
. The New message screen opens.
3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:

Enter phone numbers directly in the To field. If you’re sending the message to several phone
numbers, tap Next or the return key on the keyboard after entering each number. 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 the
icon, and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message. You
can also select from call log, favorite contacts, or contact groups as recipients. When you
have selected all the message recipients, tap OK.
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
Enter the first few letters of the recipient's name to display a matching list of names from your
stored contacts. Tap a match to add the recipient.
Note: You can add a subject line by tapping Menu
> Add subject.
4. Tap the ―
Type message‖ box, and then start composing your message.
5. Tap
6. In the Attach window, select from the following file attachments:

Picture. Select a picture to attach to your MMS.

Capture picture. Open the camera and take a photo to attach to your MMS.

Video. Select a video clip to attach to your MMS.

Capture video. Open the camcorder and shoot a video clip to attach to your MMS.

Audio. Select an audio file to attach to your MMS.

Record audio. Open Sound Recorder and record an audio file to attach to your MMS.

Slideshow. See "Create a Slideshow" for details.

Files. Open File Manager and select a file to attach to your MMS.

Insert contacts. Select a contact entry and add it to your MMS as a vCard attachment.
7. To make changes to your attachment, tap REPLACE or REMOVE.
8. Tap Send
or 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’re composing, tap
> Slideshow.
2. On the Edit slideshow screen, tap Slide 1.
Note: You can tap Add slide to add more slides.
3. To compose your slideshow, do any of the following:

Add a picture. Tap ADD PICTURE,
> Add picture or Capture picture.

Add a video. Tap Menu > Add video or Capture video. (You cannot add both a picture
and a video on the same slide.)

Add music or a voice recording. Tap Menu
audio.
> Add music and then tap Audio or Record
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
Add a caption. Tap the ―
Type message, or leave blank‖ box.

Add some preset text. Tap Menu

Insert a smiley to the caption. Tap Menu

Set text layout. Tap Menu

Preview your slide. Tap Menu

Remove the caption on the slide. Tap Menu

Set duration for a slide. Tap Menu

Add a new slide. Tap Menu

View the next or previous slide. Tap
> Quick Text.
> Insert smiley.
> Layout.
> Preview.
> Remove text.
> Duration.
> Add slide.
or
4. When you have finished composing the multimedia message, tap SEND.
Tip: To compose a slideshow, you can also simply attach multiple items separately to the MMS message.
Tap and select a file type, location, and file and then repeat it for additional slides. Your phone will
automatically compile a slideshow.
Save and Resume a Draft Message
While composing a text or multimedia message, tap the Back Key
message as a draft.
to automatically save your
To resume composing the message:
1. From home, tap Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, the draft messages are marked with a red word "Draft" next to them.
You can also tap Menu
> Drafts to view them.
3. Tap the message to resume editing it.
4. When you finish editing the message, tap Send
or 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. To change the notification
for new text and multimedia messages, see Text and MMS Options for details.
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A new message icon (
) also appears in the notifications area of the status bar to notify you of a
new text or multimedia message. The Messaging application icon (if shown on the home screen) also
displays the number of new messages
■
To open the message, drag the status bar down to open the notifications panel. Tap the new
message to open and read it. For information on reading and replying to messages see 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 Messaging 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
■
Do one of the following:

On the Messaging screen, tap the text message or conversation to open and read it.

If you have a new message notification, drag the status bar down to open the notifications
panel. Tap the new message to open and read it.
To return to the Messaging screen from a conversation, tap the Back Key
Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the conversation, tap the message to open the
options menu, and then tap View details.
Note: If a message contains a link to a Web page, tap the link in the message and then tap Visit to open
it in the Web browser.
Note: If a message contains a phone number, tap the phone number or email address in the message to
dial the number, send a message, send an email, or add it to your contacts.
View a Multimedia Message (MMS)
1. From home, tap Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap a multimedia message or conversation to open it.
3. Tap the attachment to open it. If the attachment is a vCard contact, tap VIEW or IMPORT to view
the contact or import it to your contacts. For more information, see Contacts. If the attachment is
a vCalendar file, you can import the calendar event. For information on using Calendar, see
Calendar.
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. For details, see
Text and MMS Options.
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 Messaging
2. On the Messaging 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, tap
Add subject. The text message is automatically converted into a multimedia message.
or Menu
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 Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap a conversation.
3. Tap the message that you want to lock.
4. Tap Lock on the options menu. A lock icon is displayed at the bottom of the message.
Delete a Conversation
1. From home, tap Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap the conversation that you want to delete.
3. Tap Menu
> Delete thread.
4. When prompted to confirm, tap OK. Any locked messages in the thread will not be deleted unless
you select the Delete locked messages check box.
Delete Multiple Conversations
1. From home, tap Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap Menu
> Select….
3. Select the conversations you want to delete.
4. Tap Delete
and then tap OK to confirm. Any locked messages will not be deleted unless you
select the Delete locked messages check box.
Delete a Single Message
1. While viewing a conversation, tap the message that you want to delete.
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
If the message is locked, tap Unlock on the options menu and tap the message again to
display the options menu.
2. Tap Delete on the options menu.
3. When prompted to confirm, tap OK.
Delete Several Messages in a Thread
1. While viewing a message thread, tap Menu
> Select….
2. Touch the checkboxes next to the messages that you want to delete.
3. Touch Delete
and then tap OK to confirm. Any locked messages will not be deleted unless
you select the Delete locked messages check box.
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 the contact details. Depending on the stored contact
information, you can view the contact details, check recent calls and messages, place a phone call or
send an email message to the contact, and more.
Text and MMS Options
The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages, such as
message limits, auto-retrieve option, and notifications.
1. From home, tap Messaging
2. On the Messaging screen, tap Menu
> Settings. You can set the following:
SMS Enabled
■
Change your default app for SMS and MMS. Tap Default SMS app and select Hangouts or
Messaging.
Storage Settings
●
Delete old messages: Automatically delete older messages, except for locked messages, when
the set limits are reached.
●
Text message limit: Choose the maximum number of text messages to store in each
conversation.
●
Multimedia message limit: Choose the maximum number of MMS messages to store in each
conversation.
Text (SMS) Message Settings
■
SMS Reassembly: Automatically reassemble segmented long SMS.
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Multimedia (MMS) Message Settings
■
Auto-retrieve: Select this option to automatically retrieve all your multimedia messages
completely. When selected, the multimedia message header plus the message body and
attachments will automatically download to your phone. If you clear this check box, only the
multimedia message header will be retrieved and shown in your Messaging screen.
Display Settings
■
Bubble and background: Choose the pattern of the dialog balloons and background displayed
in every conversation.
Notification Settings
●
Notifications: Select this option if you want to receive a notification in the status bar when a new
text or multimedia message arrives.
●
Select ringtone: Select a ringtone that is specific to new text and multimedia messages. Note
that the ringtone briefly plays when selected.
●
Vibrate: Select this option if you want the phone to vibrate when a new text or multimedia
message arrives.
Signature Settings
●
Edit signature: Edit the signature for outgoing messages.
●
Add signature: Select this option if you want to attach the signature to all outgoing messages.
WAP Push Switch
■
Enable wap push receiving: Check this option if you want to receive WAP push messages.
Emergency Alerts
■
Receive emergency alerts: Tap this option and check the threat levels that you want to receive
alerts for.
Create and Send 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.
Use your phone to create and send Gmail messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
. If prompted, tap TAKE ME TO GMAIL.
 The Gmail inbox opens.
2. In the inbox, tap Compose
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 The Gmail composition window opens.
3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send
 The Gmail message is sent.
Gmail Composition Options
●
Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap
recipients.
●
Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap
> Attach file or Insert
from Drive. Locate and then tap the picture or video you want to attach.
●
Save as a Draft (Send Later): While composing your message, tap Menu
message is saved as a draft for later.
> Save draft. The
●
Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap Menu
DISCARD.
> Discard >
on the "To" line, and then add
Note: To view your draft email messages, at the top left of the inbox, tap
Note: To view your sent messages, at the top left of the inbox, tap
> Drafts.
> Sent.
Check Received Gmail Messages
Your phone allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.
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Open New Gmail Messages
When new Gmail arrives, you will see
in the status bar.
1. Drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel.
2. Tap the new message from the notifications panel.
 The new Gmail message opens.

If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox.
Open Gmail Messages
You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The Gmail inbox opens.
2. Tap the message thread you want to view.
 The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed.
Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages
●
Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply
reply message, and tap Send

●
To reply to all, tap Options
, compose your
> Reply all.
Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Options
recipient and an additional message, and tap Send
> Forward, enter a
Manage Gmail Messages
Your phone give you control over how you manage your Gmail messages, with labels, thread
management, search capabilities, adding multiple Google Accounts, and more.
Use Gmail Labels
Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation
threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label "Inbox" is automatically
added to the thread. By then adding the label "travel," all threads with "travel" are shown in a list.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options
to.
> Move
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3. Tap a label for the thread.
 The thread is added to the selected label.
Archive Gmail Threads
Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive for
archived threads, they appear in the inbox again.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
2. Swipe a conversation thread from left to right or from right to left out of the list.
 The thread is now archived.
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Mute Gmail Threads
If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads
that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When mail arrives
that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
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2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options
> Mute.
 The thread is now hidden.
Delete Gmail Threads
If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Delete
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 The thread is deleted.
Search Gmail Messages
If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
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2. Tap
3. Enter your search text and tap the search key on the keyboard.
 The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it.
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Report Spam or Phishing Gmail
You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your phone’s Gmail inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options
spam or Report phishing.
> Report
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 The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Gmail.
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your phone, you can add them from the
Settings > Accounts menu.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Accounts > Add account.
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2. Enter your existing Google Account username or email, and then tap NEXT >.
3. Enter your password, and then tap NEXT >.
4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, tap ACCEPT > to agree to Google privacy
policy and terms of service.
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5. On the Google services screen, select your Google service options and tap NEXT >.
6. Select Add credit or debit card and tap NEXT > to set up your billing information for purchasing
apps, games, movies, and books in the Google Play Store app from your phone. You can also
select Remind me later and tap NEXT >.
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 You are signed in to your Google Account, and you can access both of your Gmail accounts
from the Gmail app.
Switching between Gmail Accounts
If you have more than one Gmail account set up, you can switch between them in the Gmail app.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gmail
 The inbox opens.
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2. Tap
3. Tap avatar of the account you want to view at the top of the menu.
 The selected account inbox is displayed.
Email
Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or
IMAP, or access your Exchange 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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Email
 The Account setup screen for adding an account appears if no email account has been
previously set up.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.
 The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email.
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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Email
 The email inbox opens.
2. Tap Menu
> Settings.
3. Tap ADD ACCOUNT.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the account setup.
 The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account.
Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu
You can also set up email accounts from the Settings > Accounts menu.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Accounts > Add account > Email.
2. Select an email server. Tap Others if the server you use is not listed.
3. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Next.
 Tapping Next prompts your phone to attempt a "regular" email setup and test the incoming and
outgoing servers.
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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.
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4. Select your sync settings and then tap Next.
5. Enter an account name and a display name and tap Next to complete setup.
 The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account.
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.
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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
> Accounts > Add account > Corporate.
2. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Next.
 Tapping Next prompts your phone to attempt an automatic setup and test the incoming and
outgoing servers.

If the automatic setup fails, you need to enter your settings. These may include
domain\username, password, server, security type, etc.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. Then tap Next.
4. Enter an account name and tap Next to complete setup.
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 Your corporate email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account.
Compose and Send Email
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
> Email
 The email inbox opens.

If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top left of the
screen and select another account.
2. Tap Compose
 The email composition window opens.
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3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message.
4. Tap Send
 The email message is sent.
Open New Email Messages
When new email arrives, you will see
in the status bar.
1. Drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel.
2. Tap the new message from the notifications panel.
 The new email message opens.

If you have two or more new email messages, tapping the notification opens the email inbox.
Tap a message to open it.
Open Email Messages
You can also 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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Email
 The email inbox opens.
2. Tap the message you want to view.
 The email message opens.
Tip: Tap the account name at the top left of the screen to switch to a different email account.
3. Tap Reply
or Reply all
to reply to the message.
Options when Reviewing Email Messages
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Resetting Message as Unread: Tap the check box on the left side of a read message and then
tap Mark as unread
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Deleting Email: Tap the check box on the left side of a message or 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 inbox you want to sync and then
drag the message list downwards.
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Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply
compose your reply message, and tap Send
or Reply all
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Forwarding Email Messages: With the email message open, tap Forward
and an additional message, and tap Send
, enter a recipient
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
> Email
 The email inbox opens.
2. Tap Menu
> Settings.
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3. Tap the account you want to delete and scroll to the bottom of menu in the new screen.
4. Tap Remove account.
5. Tap OK to confirm.
 The account is deleted from your phone
Manage Your Email Inbox
Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email messages.
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View Your Email Inbox
1. From home, tap Apps
> Email
 The email inbox opens.
2. Tap the email account at the top left of the screen to select a different inbox, or tap Combined
view 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, drag the message list downwards.
Sort Email Messages
1. On the email account inbox, tap Menu
> Display sort & filter.
2. Tap the left drop-down menu at the top of the email list to sort email messages by date received,
subject, sender, or size.
– or –
Tap the right drop-down menu to filter the inbox by priority, attachments, or read/unread status.
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Delete an Email Message
1. On the email account inbox, touch and hold the message you want to delete.
2. At the bottom of the screen, tap Delete
> OK.
Delete Multiple Email Messages
1. On the email account inbox, tap the check box next to the messages you want to delete.
2. Tap Delete
> OK.
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features
Set options for your corporate Exchange ActiveSync email messages, including synchronization options,
flagging messages, out-of-office messages, and message priority.
Synchronize Exchange ActiveSync Email
You can set Exchange ActiveSync to automatically check for new Exchange ActiveSync email messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu
> Email
> Settings.
3. Tap the name of the Exchange ActiveSync account.
4. Tap Inbox check frequency and choose the option you want.
Flag Email Messages
For an Exchange ActiveSync account, you can flag email messages to help you keep track of them.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Email
2. On the inbox screen, tap the message you want to view.
Tip: Tap your current email account at the top left to switch to a different email account.
3. Tap Menu
> Toggle flag and select a flag option (Set flag, Complete flag, or Clear flag).
Set Out of Office Status
You can set your Out of Office status and auto-reply message right from your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu
> Email
> Settings and tap the Exchange ActiveSync account name.
3. Tap Out of Office.
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4. Check Use out of office settings.
5. Check Send automatic replies during this time period and set the time range when you will be
out of the office.
6. Enter the auto-reply message for senders inside your organization. You can also choose to send
a message to all senders outside your organization or senders in your contact list.
7. Tap SAVE.
Set Email Message Priority
You can set the priority for an email message you send with your Exchange ActiveSync account.
1. While composing the message, tap Menu
> Show priority.
 A priority line appears below the email subject.
2. Select the priority for the message. You can select High, Normal, or Low.
Data Services General Information (Sprint
Spark 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.
Sprint Spark LTE
The Sprint Spark enhanced 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 Sprint
Spark, you need to be in an area covered by the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network.
For more information about the availability of Sprint Spark 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.
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Set Your Network Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Mobile networks > Preferred network type.
2. Select LTE/CDMA or CDMA.
 The phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect to it.
When your phone is connected via Sprint Spark, the Sprint Spark icon
appears in the status bar.
Note: The Sprint Spark network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for
your phone to connect to it.
Your User Name
When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is
typically based on your name and a number, followed by ―
@sprintpcs.com.‖ (For example, 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 network. Your user name is
automatically programmed into your phone. You don’t have to enter it.
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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> System updates.
2. Tap Update Profile.
 Your phone will download and install the profile update.
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 number of bars indicates the strength of the signal. More
bars mean a better signal.
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Icon
Status
Sprint Spark Enhanced LTE data service: Your phone is connected to the Sprint
Spark enhanced LTE network. The rays spin when data is being transferred.
3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is
animated, your phone is transferring or receiving data.
Browser
Your phone’s Chrome Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the
go, using 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.
SSL/TLS
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are protocols for encrypting
sent/received data. While in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive
private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protection against online
threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
SSL/TLS Cautions
When opening a secured page, users must decide as their responsibility whether or not to open the
page with use of SSL/TLS. Boost Mobile and the applicable Certification Authorities make no
guarantees whatsoever to users regarding security of SSL/TLS.
Use the Browser
Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon.
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1. From home, tap Chrome
 Chrome opens.

The first time you launch Chrome, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone
number to access the boostmobile home page.

You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or
Gmail message.
2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address
(URL).
 The search results appear or a Web page opens.
Browser Use Options
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Refreshing the Web Page: With the web page displayed, tap Menu
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Going Forward to the Next Page: Tap Menu
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Returning to the Last Page: Tap the Back Key
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Opening a New Browser Tab: With at least one browser tab opened, tap Menu
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Opening a New Incognito Browser Tab: Tap Menu
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Switching Browser Tabs: Touch and hold the Menu Key
. Opened browser tabs are
displayed together with recently opened apps as a series of cards. Tap a card that corresponds to
a browser tab to open the tab.
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Viewing Recently Opened Tabs: Tap Menu > Recent tabs. Recently closed browser tabs are
displayed. If you have signed in to your Google Account on the phone and other devices, you can
also view Chrome browser tabs you have opened on those devices.
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Viewing Browsing History: Tap Menu
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Sharing the Web Page URL: Tap Menu
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Printing the Web Page Wirelessly: Tap Menu
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Searching within a Web Page: With a Web page displayed, tap Menu
enter your search text.
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Adding a Shortcut of the Web Page to the home screen: With the web page displayed, tap
Menu
●
> New tab.
> New incognito tab.
> History.
> Share… and select an app or service for sharing.
> Print….
> Find in page, and
> Add to homescreen. Edit the title of the shortcut and tap ADD.
Opening Desktop Sites: If a mobile version of the web site is loaded, you can tap Menu
check Request desktop site to switch the desktop version of the web site.
and
Add a Bookmark
Bookmark favorite sites using the browser menu options.
1. From home, tap Chrome
Chrome
. If Chrome isn’t a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps
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 The browser opens.
2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Menu
 The add bookmark window opens.
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3. Check or change the bookmark name, URL, folder, and then tap Save.
 The Web page is added to bookmarks.
Bookmark Options
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Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu > Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark,
tap Edit bookmark, edit the bookmark, and then tap Save.
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Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu
tap Delete bookmark.
> Bookmarks, touch and hold a bookmark,
View Browser History
Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history.
1. From home, tap Chrome
Chrome
. If Chrome isn’t a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps
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 The browser opens.
2. Tap Menu
> History.
 The History window opens.
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3. Tap the History tab and then tap an entry.
 The Web page opens.
Open New Browser Tabs
Use tabbed browsing to switch between websites quickly and easily.
1. From home, tap Chrome
Chrome
. If Chrome isn’t a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps
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 The browser opens.
2. After you open a web page, tap Menu
> New tab.
 A new tab appears.
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To switch tabs, touch and hold the Menu Key
Browser Settings
Customize your experience with the Internet through the browser settings menu.
1. From home, tap Chrome
Chrome
. If Chrome isn’t a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps
 The browser opens.
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2. Tap Menu
> Settings, and customize your Chrome settings.
 Your browser settings are saved.
Get Chrome Support
Find on-phone help with Chrome if you want to learn more.
1. From home, tap Chrome
Chrome
. If Chrome isn’t a primary shortcut, from home, tap Apps
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 The browser opens.
2. Tap Menu
> Help & feedback.
 A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome.
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Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/.
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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
an 8 megapixel back camera with an autofocus feature a front-facing camera that let you capture sharp
pictures and videos.
Take Pictures and Record Videos
The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s cameras.
Capturing Pictures/Videos
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File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG.
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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 light Warning
Do not shine flash light close to eyes. Do not look directly at flash light when shining. Do not shine
flash light at other people's eyes. May affect eyesight, etc.
Take a Picture
You can take high-resolution pictures using your phone’s cameras.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card by default. If no
card is installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory. To change this setting, you can
tap
> Apps
> Settings
> Storage > Save location.
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1. From home, tap Camera
 The camera viewfinder appears.
2. Before taking the picture, you can zoom in on your subject.

To zoom in, "spread" the screen with your thumb and finger or press the higher end of the
Volume Button.

To zoom out, "pinch" the screen or press the lower end of the Volume Button.
3. Frame your subject on the screen and configure other necessary settings. See Viewfinder Screen
for details.
Tip: Hold the phone vertically when taking portrait shots or hold the phone horizontally when taking
landscape shots.
4. You can either let the camera autofocus on the center of the screen, or you can tap another area
of the screen that you want to focus on.
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5. Tap
to take the picture.
6. Tap the thumbnail at the corner of the screen and choose what you want to do with the picture
you've just taken.
Viewfinder Screen
The Viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
●
Switch view mode: Switch between the back camera lens and the front-facing camera lens (for
self-portraits, video chatting, etc.).
●
Self-timer: Set a time delay before the camera takes a picture after you tap the shutter icon, or
turn off this feature.
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Flash: Select a flash mode for the camera.
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Settings: Open the camera and camcorder settings menu and lets you change additional camera
and camcorder settings. See Set Camera Functions.
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Captured picture/video: View pictures and videos you have captured.
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Capture picture: Tap the icon to take a picture.
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Capture video: Tap the icon to start capturing a video.
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Switch camera mode: Select a camera mode for the back camera lens and the front-facing
camera lens. When using the back camera, in addition to the default AUTO mode, you can tap
PRO to adjust some advanced professional options, or tap FUN to use panorama, HDR, special
effects, multi-exposure, macro subjects, or smile detection modes. When using the front camera,
you can tap BEAUTY or EFFECT to capture beauty shots or apply various special effects to your
picture.
Note: In PRO mode, you can drag
to any area on the screen that you want to focus on; drag
any area on the screen where you want the camera to meter exposure so as to adjust the photo
brightness.
to
Record Videos
Record high-quality videos (resolution up to 1080p) using your phone’s camcorder.
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Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card by default. If no
card is installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory. To change this setting, you can
tap
> Apps
> Settings
1. From home, tap Camera
> Storage > Save location.
 The camera viewfinder appears.
2. Frame your subject on the screen. You can tap any area of the Viewfinder screen that you want
the camera to focus on before and during recording.
3. Tap
to start recording video. The recording duration appears.
Tip: During recording, you can pinch or spread on the screen or press the Volume Buttons to zoom in or
out. You can also tap
to take a picture.
 Video recording begins.
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4. Tap
to pause recording. Tap
5. Tap
to stop recording.
to continue recording.
 The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your phone or SD card.
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery
Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your phone’s
camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory.
For pictures that are on your storage card or phone memory, you can do basic editing such as rotating,
cropping and more. You can also easily assign a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share
pictures with your friends.
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
 The album list opens.
2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
 The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

To select another album, tap Back
to return to the Albums view.
3. Tap an image to view the picture or video.
 The picture or video snapshot opens and displays in full screen.

Tap
to play the video.

When viewing pictures or videos in full screen, you can touch the screen to display a series of
options 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 at a corner of the
screen to see the item in the review screen. From there, you can access options such as share, edit/trim,
or delete the picture or video.
Pictures and Videos: Options while Viewing
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Zoom In or Out on a Picture or Video: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in or
out on a picture or video.
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Viewing Videos: Use the onscreen controls to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind the video
playback. If you use the Video Player app, more options are available, including Dolby Audio,
screenshot, video ratio, picture-in-picture, and more.
After selecting an album from the Albums screen, you can browse through the thumbnails of pictures and
videos of that album. Tap a thumbnail to view the picture or video in full screen. Tap
By default, the thumbnails in an album are displayed in grid view.
to play the video.
Note: When viewing the content of an album, you can touch and hold on a thumbnail to open a selection
menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.
Edit Pictures
Whether you’re browsing pictures in the Gallery application, you can tap a picture to display options and
choose to edit the picture, rotate it, and more.
Rotate and Save a Picture
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
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2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
 The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.
3. Tap the picture you want to rotate.
4. Tap
or
to rotate the picture counter-clockwise or clockwise.
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 The picture is rotated and its file is updated.
Retouch a Picture
1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
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2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
 The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.
3. Tap the picture you want to crop.
4. Tap Menu
> Edit > Photo Editor.
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 The Photo Editor screen appears.
5. Tap an edit option along the bottom of the screen and edit the picture.
Tip: Slide the bottom options left or right to find all the options.
6. Tap
to keep the change or
7. Tap
to save the new picture.
Note: Tap
to cancel it.
in the Photo Editor screen to see the edits you have made and undo or redo them.
 The new picture is saved as a new file in the same album as the original picture. The original
picture remains unedited.
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, Google+, and Twitter) and share videos on
YouTube. You can also send them to another phone, your computer, or your Google Account using
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, Photos, or Drive.
Send Pictures or Videos by Email
You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file
attachments in your email. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send
Email or Create and Send Gmail.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Email or Gmail.
 Follow onscreen prompts to complete and send the message.
Note: If you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. To change the account,
tap the sender address displayed above the recipients line and select the desired email account.
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message
Multimedia Messaging (MMS) lets you send pictures and videos using your phone’s messaging app.
Although you can send several pictures or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to just send
one at a time, especially if the files are large in size.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Messaging.
 Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the message.
For more information about sending multimedia messages, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth
You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer
using Bluetooth.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Bluetooth.
 Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files.
For more information, see Bluetooth.
Send Pictures or Videos to Drive
You can store files in Drive so they are backed up safely. You need to be signed in to a Google Account
to upload pictures and videos to Drive.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Drive.
5. Select the account that you want to sign in with and choose a folder for the uploaded files.
6. Tap SAVE.
Share Pictures or Videos on Google+
Share pictures and videos directly with your circle using Google+. You need to be signed in to a Google
Account to post a picture or video on Google+.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Google+.
5. Select the account that you want to sign in with if prompted.
6. Tap Choose people to share with to add the circles or contacts you want to share the content
with. Add some comment in the text field.
7. Tap Send
Send a Picture on Hangouts
You can send a picture to your Hangouts contacts. You need to be signed in to a Google Account to use
Hangouts.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the picture you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture you want to share.
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4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Hangouts.
5. Select the account that you want to sign in with if prompted.
6. Tap a contact you want to send the picture to, or tap New message at the bottom to select other
contacts.
7. Add some comment in the text field below the picture if needed and then tap Send
Send Pictures or Videos to Photos
You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures and videos to Photos.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Photos.
5. Select the account that you want to sign in with.
6. Tap UPLOAD.
Send Pictures or Videos Using Wi-Fi Direct
You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone's phone using Wi-Fi Direct.
Before sending pictures or videos to another device using Wi-Fi Direct, you need to connect to the device
via Wi-Fi Direct. See Wi-Fi Direct.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap WiFi Direct.
5. Tap a device the phone has connected with or wait for it to search for new devices and tap one of
them.
Share Pictures and Videos on Facebook
You can share pictures and videos from your phone directly to your Facebook account. You need to
install Facebook app on your phone first and log in to your Facebook account to upload pictures and
videos. See Facebook for details.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the picture or video you want to share.
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To select multiple items, tap all the items you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap Facebook.
5. Add a caption and any other information you want for the pictures or videos and post it.
Share Videos on YouTube
You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube™. Before you do this, you must have a
YouTube or Google Account and sign in to that account on your phone.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Gallery
 The album list opens.
2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share (such as Camera).
3. Touch and hold a thumbnail of the videos you want to share.
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To select multiple videos, tap all the videos you want to include.
4. Tap Share
and then on the Share menu, tap YouTube.
5. Select the account that you want to sign in with and tap OK.
6. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option.
7. Tap
 The upload is completed.
Camera Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera
settings menu.
Switch Camera Modes
Your phone lets you use different types of camera modes depending on your subject and environment.
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1. From home, tap Camera
 The camera viewfinder appears.
2. When the back camera lens is used, tap PRO to switch to professional mode where you can
configure some advanced professional options, or tap FUN and select a mode. When the frontfacing camera is used, tap BEAUTY to capture beauty shots or tap FILTER to apply a filter to
your picture.
 The camera switches mode.
Set Camera Functions
You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event.
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1. From home, tap Camera
 The camera viewfinder appears.
2. Tap Settings
 The camera settings menu opens.
3. Select your desired settings.
 The settings are applied.

Settable items differ depending on the camera type in use.
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Useful Apps and Features
The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as maps and navigation,
calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, and more.
Calculator
Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic and advanced mathematical equations
and calculate tips.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Calculator
 The calculator app launches.
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2. Tap onscreen keys for calculations.
Note: Tap
to delete the last number or operator you entered. Touch and hold
entered information.
to delete all of the
3. If necessary, hold the phone on its side to display the advanced panel.
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Note: You can also slide left while holding the phone upright to access the advanced buttons. To
calculate for tips, tap
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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View Today’s Calendar: From the Calendar, tap
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Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap the time at the top left and select Month, Week,
Day, or Agenda to change the current view.
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View Next/Previous Month (Month View): From the Calendar, flick the screen up or down.
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View Next/Previous Week (Week View): From the Calendar, flick the screen left or right.
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View Next/Previous Day (Day View): From the Calendar, flick the screen left or right.
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View the Next/Previous Time Period (Day/Week View): From the Calendar, flick the screen up
or down.
Add an Event to the Calendar
Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Calendar
 The Calendar app opens.
2. Tap Add
 The add event window opens.
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3.
Enter an event name, location, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap SAVE.
 The event is added to your calendar.
Selecting a Calendar
If you have more than one calendar, tap the field above the event name line to select a calendar in which
to add events:
●
Select My calendar to create an event that will appear only on your phone.
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Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google
Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event.

You can create multiple Google Calendars only in Google Calendar on the Web. After
creating them in Google Calendar on the Web, you’ll be able to see them in the Calendar
application on your phone. For more information about creating and managing multiple
Google Calendars, visit the Google website: calendar.google.com.
●
If you have synchronized your phone with an Exchange ActiveSync account or Outlook on your
computer, you can also select these calendars.
●
Select your Outlook Account to create an Outlook Calendar event to sync with your computer.
●
Select your Exchange ActiveSync Account to create an Exchange ActiveSync calendar event.
View Calendar Events
You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view. To change the Calendar view,
tap the time at the top left and select Month, Week, Day, or Agenda.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Calendar
 The Calendar app opens.
2. Tap an event. If you are in month view, tap a date first.
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Note: The color for the events indicates the type of calendar that includes the event. To find out which
calendar each color represents, tap Menu
> Calendars to display.
 The event details appear.

In event details, tap
to edit the event.

In event details, tap Delete
to delete the event.
Sync Calendars
You can select which calendars you’d like to sync on your phone, along with what types of information
you want to sync.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Calendar
 The Calendar app opens.
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2. Tap Menu
> Calendars to display.
3. Tap CALENDARS TO SYNC at the bottom.
4. Select sync options by adding or removing check marks from the items.
5. Tap OK.
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 The sync settings have been updated.
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar
If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, you can also synchronize
Exchange ActiveSync calendar events on your phone. Calendar events on your Exchange ActiveSync will
also show in Calendar if you chose to synchronize with the Exchange ActiveSync Server.
1. To check if Exchange ActiveSync items are set to be synchronized, from home, tap Apps
Settings

> Corporate.
If Corporate doesn’t appear under Accounts in the Settings menu, you do not have an
Exchange ActiveSync account configured on the phone. For information about adding an
account, see Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.
2. If your Exchange ActiveSync account is set for synchronization, you will see a Sync icon
Clock
Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a
stopwatch, and set a timer.
Checking the Time
You can check the time any 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.
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Setting Date and Time
Your phone automatically receives the current date and time from the wireless network. You can set the
date by hand by overriding the default setting.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Date & time.
2. Clear the check mark next to Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone, and then set
the date, time, and time zone as desired.
 The date, time, and time zone will reflect your new settings.
Set Alarms
Set multiple alarms using your phone’s Clock app.
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1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap the Alarm
> Clock
tab and then tap Create alarm
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3. Set the alarm options, including time, alarm days, repeat, snooze, ringtone, and label, and then
tap SAVE.
 The alarm is set.
Note: To enable or disable existing alarms directly, just tap the switch next to the alarm.
Note: Tap
in the Alarm tab to adjust general alarm settings.
Phone at Alarm Time
●
At the set alarm time, the phone sounds the alarm and/or vibrates.
●
Stopping an alarm: When the alarm sounds, drag
to the right to dismiss it.
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
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
the city.
and select a city. You can enter a city name in the search field at the top to find
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
3. Tap Record
to begin timing.
to record lap time and total time.
Note: The stopwatch can record 20 laps at a time.
4. Tap Pause
to pause timing. If you want to reset the stopwatch to zero, tap Record
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Timer
The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
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.
Dolby Audio
The Dolby Audio app allows you to Manage the Dolby Audio settings for enhanced audio experience with
your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Dolby Audio
2. Select or customize a Dolby profile. You can also touch
to turn off Dolby.
File Manager
File Manager allows you to view and manage files stored on your phone's internal storage and your SD
card as well as a USB device when they are available.
1. From home, tap Apps
> File Manager
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2. Find the file you need by category in the Category
tab, or tap Phone
, SD Card
, or
USB Device
to browse folders and files on the phone's internal storage, the SD card or the
USB device connected to the phone.

Tap folders and files to access stored items.

Touch and hold an item to access option icons such as Copy, Move, Share, Delete, and more.

To copy or move an item, navigate to a new location and tap PASTE.

Tap
to create a new folder in the current directory.
Google Search
Search information saved on the phone and in phone applications as well as on the Internet.
Use Google Search
Type search terms in the Google Search bar to find information on your phone and around the globe.
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1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps
> Google
 The Search window opens.

If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

If a description for Google Now appears, tap Next and read information. Enable Google Now
on the last page if you want to use the feature.
2. Type your search keywords and tap the search key on the keyboard.
 Search results appear.

To search by voice, tap
in the search bar and speak your search terms.
Google Search Operations
●
Changing Search Information: From home, tap Apps
Now > Phone search and select where to search.
●
Using or Canceling Google Now: Google Now automatically searches for information based on
search keywords used, your current location, etc., and presents search results in the search
screen. Google Now also informs users of scheduled events.

> Google Settings
> Search &
To enable or disable Google Now, from home, tap Apps
> Google Settings
Search & Now > Now cards and tap the Show cards slider.
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To use all of Google Now’s functions, ensure that Google Location History are turned on in
your location settings. From home, tap Apps
> Google Settings
Google Location History and select your options.
> Location >
Use Google Voice Search
Use your voice to search instead of typing, with Google Voice Search.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Voice Search
 The Voice Search window opens.
2. Speak your search terms
 Search results appear.
Google+
Google+ makes connecting on the Web more like connecting in the real world. Share your thoughts, links,
and photos with the right circle. Get everyone on the same page with fast and simple group chat.
Note: For detailed information about Google+, open Google+ and tap
instructions.
> Help to view the online
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Sign In and Use Google+
1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps
> Google+
2. If prompted, select your Google Account, or touch Add account to sign in to Google+ with another
Google Account.
3. If prompted, set up your public Google Profile and then follow the onscreen prompts to continue.
Note: You won't see this step if you've already set up your profile on another device.
4. Get started with Google+. You can use the following features:

Check out new posts: Tap
near the top right corner and select Home to see posts people
have shared with you, a circle or community you are in, or everyone. You can filter the posts
displayed by tapping
and selecting a circle under Circles, a community under
Communities, a hot topic below Explore, What's Hot, or Nearby.

Write a post: Tap
to write a post. You can select the people or circles you want to share
the post with, and add pictures, you location, URLs, a survey, or your mood in the post.

Manage your social calendar: Tap
and select Events to add events, invite people, and
then share photos in real time from the event by enabling Party Mode.

See friends' locations on a map: Tap
and select Locations at the bottom of the screen.
You'll see a map that shows everyone who shares their location with you. Tap a photo of a
person to display their location details.
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Check out photos of you: Tap
Photos app. Then tap
and select Photos at the bottom of the screen to open the
at the top left and select Photos of you.

Manage your friends and circles: Tap
to find people and add them to your circles.

Search for people, pages, and photos: Tap
want to search for.

Manage your own information: Tap your photo avatar and name at the top left to view and
edit your basic information, view your posts and photos.
and then tap
. Enter the information you
Sign Out of Google+
If you are already signed in to the app, you can sign out by following these steps.
1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps
2. Tap
> Google+
> Settings and then tap your account.
3. Tap Sign out.
Hangouts
Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use to communicate with other Hangout users, and also
use video calling. Log in to a Google Account beforehand (see Google Account).
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Using Hangouts
1. From home, tap Apps
> Hangouts
 The Hangouts app will open.
2. Tap Add
to start a new Hangout.
3. Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list.
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4. Type a message and tap Send

, or tap
or
to make a voice call or start a video chat.
If a friend is not in a Hangout, you will see a message. Tap INVITE to invite them to join the
Hangout.
Hangouts Operations
●
Deleting a Chat: In the chats tab
tap Delete
of the Hangouts window, touch and hold a chat and then
> DELETE.
●
Ending a Video Chat: In the video chat window, tap
●
Disabling Chat History: If you don’t want to keep chat history, in the chat window, tap Menu
Turn history off.
●
Delete Chat History: To delete all your chat history, in the chat window, tap Menu
DELETE.
> Delete >
Note: You can use Hangouts as your phone’s default messaging app, or as a standalone IM app. If you
set Hangouts as the default messaging app, the Messages app will be disabled. For more information,
see Default SMS App Settings.
Google Maps
Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and
attractions, rate and review places, and more.
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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.
View Maps of Specified Places
Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Maps
 Google Maps opens.

If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use.
2. Tap the search box at the top.
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3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list.
Note: If your search term is specific enough, the map will automatically pan to that location.
 The information card for the specific location opens. You can find out its address, open hours,
street view, people's review, how to get there, give the place a call, save it to your Google
Account, and more.

Slide the card down to view the place on the map.
Google Maps Operations
●
Viewing Current Location: From the Maps app, tap
●
Obtain Useful Area Information for Current Location: From the Maps app, tap
. When
your location is found, tap
at the bottom of the screen and, in the new screen, select a type of
business or attraction to browse related locations. You can then tap a location to view detailed
information and find out how to get there.
●
View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, Etc., in Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu
then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, etc.
●
Check Route to Destination: From the Maps app, tap
, select a method of transport (car,
public transit, or on foot), and then enter your current location and your destination.

●
and
Route candidates appear in a list. Tap one to get more information.
Check Detailed Operation for Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu
> Help.
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Music Player
Your phone's built-in music player app lets you listen to and organize music files you have loaded into
your phone's memory or SD card.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and
a Computer.
Listen to Music Using the Music Player
The Music app allows you to play music files in your phone's storages.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Music
 The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in
the files.
2. Tap All Songs, Playlists, Favorites, Artists, Albums, or Folders to browse your music. You
can also tap a song in the RECENT PLAY list to select songs you recently played.
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3. Tap a song to start playing in the music player.
Note: Adjust the volume with the Volume Button.
The Playback Screen
When you tap a song in the music library, the music player immediately starts to play it and its name and
the player controls are displayed at the bottom of the screen. Tap the area to open the playback screen,
where you can have more control over the player.
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Track title: Display track name, artist, and album information.
●
Back: Return to the music library.
●
Album cover: Display the cover art of the album when it is available. Swipe left to see lyrics (if
available) and right the current playlist.
●
Track information: Display the detailed information of the song and the file.
●
Dolby Audio: Toggle Dolby Audio effects.
●
Repeat: Toggle repeat mode (no repeat, repeat the current track, or repeat the current playlist).
●
Playback control: Skip songs or pause and resume playback. Drag the progress bar to jump to
any part of the track.
●
Shuffle: Turn on or off shuffle.
●
Favorite: Add the track to the Favorites playlist. Tap again to remove the track from the list.
●
Share: Share the song.
●
Options: Access additional options.
Create a Playlist
Music playlists help your organize your music files.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Music
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 The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in
the files.
2. Find the music file you want to put in a playlist. Tap
next to the song to open a list of options.
3. Tap Add to > New playlist +.
4. Enter the playlist name and tap SAVE.
Manage Playlists
You can rename or delete the playlists.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Music
 The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in
the files.
2. Tap Playlists to view all music playlists.
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3. Tap
next to the playlist you want to manipulate to open the options menu.
4. Tap Rename or Delete.
Manage Songs in a Playlist
You can add more songs to a playlist or remove some tracks from a playlist.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Music
 The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in
the files.
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2. Tap Playlists to view all music playlists.
3. Tap a playlist to open its content.
4. Tap
> Add Songs and select the music you want to add before tapping
– or –
Tap
next to the song you want to remove and select Remove from playlist.
Set a Song as Ringtone
You can set a song or audio file as your default ringtone. This will not change the ringtone you have
assigned individually to specific contacts (see Add a Contact and Edit a Contact).
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Music
 The music library opens. Your music files are cataloged, according to the information stored in
the files.
2. Find the music file you want to use as the default ringtone. Tap
of options.
next to the song to open a list
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3. Tap Set as ringtone.
Tip: You can also set a song as the default ringtone in the playback screen. Just tap
> Set as ringtone.
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 via streaming or download.
For more information about Google Play Music, visit play.google.com/about/music.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and
a Computer.
Play Music with Google Play
Use the Google Play Music app to listen to all your music on your phone.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Play Music
 The Play Music app opens.
2. Tap a recommendation in the Listen Now screen, or tap
> My Library or Playlists to view all
the music or playlists. To change views of your library, swipe left or right.
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3. Tap a song to play it. The song title and player control appears at the bottom of the screen. You
can touch it or drag it up to display the player screen.
 The song begins playing.
Google Play Music Screen Layout
The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen.
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Feature
Description
Song and artist
Shows the names of the song and the artist. Tap the area to
close the player screen and return to the music library.
Album image
Displays the album artwork (if available). Swipe left or right to
switch to the next or previous song in the current playlist.
Play/Pause
Tap to resume or pause the player.
Repeat
Tap to switch repeat modes. You can repeat the current song,
the current playlist, or turn off repeat.
Previous song
Tap to restart the current song; tap twice to switch to the
previous song in the playlist.
Next song
Tap to switch to the next song in the playlist.
Shuffle
Tap to turn on or off shuffle.
Progress bar
Shows the progress of the current song. Drag or tap it to jump to
any part of song.
Rate
Give the song a thumbs-up or thumbs-down.
Current playlist
Tap to display the current music list (queue).
Options
Tap to access more player options.
Create Playlists in Google Play Music
Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Play Music
 The Play Music app opens.
2. Tap
> My Library to view all the music files.
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3. Tap
next to a song and select Add to playlist.
4. Tap New playlist. Enter a playlist name and description and tap CREATE PLAYLIST.
 The playlist is created.
5. Tap the Back Key
6. Tap
to return to the library view and select another song or album.
next to the song or album and then tap Add to playlist > .
 The song or album is added to the playlist. Repeat to add more items to the playlist.
Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist
■
From the player view, tap
> Add to playlist > .
 The music is added to the playlist.
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Sound Recorder
You can use Sound Recorder to record voice memos.
Record and Play a Voice Memo
1. From home, tap Apps
> Sound Recorder
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2. Tap
to start recording.
Note: Before recording, you can touch the switch beside

to select normal or high recording quality.
During recording, you can do the following:
•
Tap
to pause or continue the recording.
•
Tap
to cancel the recording.
3. Tap
to stop the recording. The memo is automatically saved.
4. Tap
to play the voice recording. If you are not satisfied with it, tap
Note: To find all your voice memos, tap
to delete.
at the top right of the screen.
Voice Dialer
Voice Dialer is speech recognition software. You can use it to dial a phone number in your contacts, open
menus or launch phone functions.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Voice Dialer
2. When you see "listening", follow the onscreen examples to speak "Call…", "Dial…", or "Open…"
to make phone calls or open phone menus and applications.
Facebook
Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go
Facebook access.
Install the Facebook App on Your Phone
Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play
Store app.
1. From home, tap Play Store
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2. Touch
and search for "facebook".
3. Touch Facebook from the results list.
4. Touch INSTALL, and then touch ACCEPT.
 The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.
5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN.

To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps
> Facebook
Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Account Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Accounts > Add account.
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2. Tap Facebook.
3. Enter your email/phone number and password and tap LOG IN.
 Your Facebook account is added to your phone.
Use Facebook
Once you’ve downloaded the app and signed in, you can post and read updates, upload pictures, tag
locations, and more, all from your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Facebook
 The Facebook app launches.

If this is the first time you’ve used Facebook on your phone, enter your Facebook ID and
password and tap LOG IN to sign in to an existing account, or tap Sign Up for Facebook to
set up a new Facebook account.
2. Tap Status and type an update, tap Photo and upload a picture from the gallery, tap Check In to
share your location, ―
Like‖ and comment on friends’ posts, and more.
Twitter
Tweet (post messages) and view other people's tweets on Twitter. Login may be required to use Twitter.
For details on Twitter, visit twitter.com.
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Install the Twitter App on Your Phone
Before you can use Twitter on your phone, you have to download and install the app from Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap
> Play Store
and search for "twitter".
3. Tap Twitter from the results list.
4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT.
 The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.
5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN.

To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps
> Twitter
Tweet on Twitter
Read Twitter feeds, follow your friends, and tweet your own updates right from your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Twitter
 The Twitter app launches.

If this is the first time you’ve used Twitter on your phone, tap Log in to sign in to an existing
account, or tap Sign up to set up a new Twitter account.
2. Tap the ―
What’s happening?‖ text box, type a tweet, and tap TWEET.
 The tweet is sent and appears on your Twitter feed.
LinkedIn
Find and connect with members worldwide, read the latest industry news, keep up-to-date you're your
groups, and more with on-the-go LinkedIn access.
Install the LinkedIn App on Your Phone
Before you use LinkedIn on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play
Store app.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap
> Play Store
and search for "linkedin".
3. Tap LinkedIn from the results list.
4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT.
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 The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.
5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN.

To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps
> LinkedIn
Sign In to Your LinkedIn Account
Once you've downloaded and installed the LinkedIn app, sign in to your account.
1. From home, tap Apps
> LinkedIn
2. Follow the onscreen prompts to enter your LinkedIn username and password to sign in. You can
also create a new LinkedIn account.
YouTube
View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account.
View YouTube Videos
You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube
account.
1. From home, tap Apps
> YouTube
 The YouTube app launches.

If you’re prompted to provide confirmation to use the site, follow the onscreen instructions to
continue.
2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see.
 The video plays on your phone screen.

Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching.
Post a Video to YouTube
You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a
YouTube account and sign in to it on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> YouTube
 The YouTube app launches.
2. Tap Options
> Uploads >
 The Open from menu appears.
3. Select a video to upload.
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Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting.
4. Tap
 The video is uploaded to your YouTube channel.
Google Wallet
You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from the
Google Play Store app.
To create a Google Wallet account, do one of the following:
■
On your computer, go to google.com/wallet to create a Google Wallet account.
– or –
■
The first time you use your phone to buy an item from Google Play, you’re prompted to enter your
billing information to set up a Google Wallet account.
Warning: When you’ve used Google Wallet once to purchase an application from the Google Play Store
app, the phone remembers your password, so you don’t need to enter it the next time. For this reason,
you should secure your phone to prevent others from using it without your permission. (For more
information, see Security Settings.)
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Connectivity
The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer, Wi-Fi,
Bluetooth, and more.
Connections Optimizer
The Connections Optimizer is a tool that automatically selects the best mobile network for your phone,
including "remembered" Wi-Fi networks.
About Connections Optimizer
The Connections Optimizer helps you manage and enhance your data experience by finding and
connecting to "remembered" Wi-Fi networks on your phone. Remembered Wi-Fi networks are networks
with which you have previously chosen to connect. Active Wi-Fi connections may offer improved
performance and generally improve battery life while allowing you to talk on the phone and use data at
the same time.
The Connections Optimizer works by searching for available "remembered" Wi-Fi networks. If you do not
leave your Wi-Fi antenna on all the time, you will only notice the Connections Optimizer operating at
certain times of the day in a small number of locations on the network. Your Wi-Fi antenna will conserve
battery by scanning for connections periodically (not continuously), and if no connection is achieved, the
antennas will be turned off. You may also manually turn the antennas off during the scan period.
To facilitate quality assurance and enable feature enhancements, information is collected about your
battery levels, Wi-Fi and network connections and usage. No personal information is collected.
Enable Connections Optimizer
1. From home, tap
a disclaimer.
> Settings
> Mobile networks > Connections Optimizer. You will see
2. Read the disclaimer and tap I Agree to turn Connections Optimizer on.
 Connections Optimizer will turn on and automatically analyze your phone’s connection options.
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Disable Connections Optimizer
1. From home, tap
> Settings
> Mobile networks > Connections Optimizer.
2. Uncheck the Connections Optimizer box on the Connections Optimizer page.
 Connection Optimizer will turn off.
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a
Computer
You can use the supplied USB connector 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
●
If you want to save data to an SD card on your phone, make sure the SD card is installed and
active. See SD Card.
●
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
Media Device (MTP)
Connect your phone as a media device and transfer between your phone and
PC files such as pictures, videos, and music.
Camera (PTP)
Connect your phone as a camera and use camera software on your PC to
transfer picture and video files from phone to PC.
●
If the PC cannot recognize your phone, you may need to install the driver first. Connect your
phone to your PC using the supplied USB cable and drag down the status bar to select
Install driver. A new CD-ROM will appear on your PC and you can use the files in it to install the
driver manually.
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Transfer Files Between the Phone and a Computer
1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable.

Insert the smaller end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack on the side 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. When
panel.
3. Touch
appears in the notifications area, drag the status bar down to display the notifications
and select either Media device (MTP) or Camera (PTP).
 The files on your phone can now be accessed via your computer.

For most transfers, you'll want to use Media device (MTP).

To change the option, tap
in the notifications panel to open the Connect to PC window,
and then tap the desired option.
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4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and
open it.
5. If available, select a drive (SD card for SD card, Phone for internal phone storage).
6. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer.
7. When you are done, disconnect your phone from your computer.
 The transferred files are now saved to your phone or SD card.
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 Wireless & networks setting menu to enable your phone’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available
Wi-Fi network.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Wi-Fi.
 The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
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2. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
 Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.
3. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it’s not an open network), and then tap
CONNECT.
 Your phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see (
) in the status bar.

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
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.
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.
Wi-Fi Settings
Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Wi-Fi.
 The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
 Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.
3. Tap Menu
> Advanced.
 The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
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4. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.
 Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.
Disconnect Wi-Fi
You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Wi-Fi.
 The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
2. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap FORGET.
 Wi-Fi is disconnected.
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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 via Wi-Fi, without an access point
or via the Internet.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Wi-Fi.
 The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
 Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.
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3. Tap Menu
> Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct.
 The Wi-Fi Direct settings menu appears.
4. Tap a device with which to connect below Peer devices and touch CONNECT.
5. Accept the connection on the other device.
 The phone is connected via Wi-Fi Direct.

If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled.

To stop a connection, tap the connected device and tap DISCONNECT.
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Mobile Hotspot
Mobile 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 via 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 Mobile Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account
at boostmobile.com or access your account via Boost Zone (tap Apps
more.
> Boost Zone
) to learn
Note: Turning on Mobile Hotspot on will disable your phone's connection to other Wi-Fi networks.
Set Up Mobile Hotspot
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Mobile hotspot.
 The Mobile hotspot window opens.
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2. Tap the slider to turn Mobile Hotspot on.
 Mobile Hotspot is enabled.

To disable Mobile Hotspot, tap the slider again.
Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply.
Connect to Mobile 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.

The default name for your phone hotspot is N9521_XXXXXX. You can change the name by
tapping Menu
> Configuration > Network name from the Mobile hotspot screen.
3. Select this phone and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the password (provided in the
Mobile hotspot configuration window). You can change the password by tapping Menu
Configuration > Password from the Mobile hotspot screen.
 The device is connected via your phone’s Mobile Hotspot.
4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.
Bluetooth Tethering
Use Bluetooth tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer or phone that
connects to your device by Bluetooth.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> More.
2. Tap Bluetooth tethering to enable it.
 Bluetooth tethering is turned on, and your phone’s Internet connection can be shared with a
connected Bluetooth device.
For information on pairing and connecting with Bluetooth devices, see Pair Bluetooth Devices
and Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device.

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.
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Bluetooth Hints
Question: Can’t use Bluetooth?
Answer: Is your phone in airplane mode? Bluetooth is unavailable in airplane mode.
Bluetooth Function Cautions
Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data.
Bluetooth Information
Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands-free
features, etc.
Function
Description
Audio output
Listen to music, etc., wirelessly.
Hands-free calls
Call hands-free, using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices and headsets.
Data exchange
Exchange data with Bluetooth devices.
Enable the Bluetooth Feature
Use the settings menu to enable or disable your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities.
®
●
Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the phone.
●
The phone may not connect properly depending on the other device.
●
Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls depending on the conditions.
To enable Bluetooth:
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Bluetooth.
 The Bluetooth settings open.
2. Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on.
 Bluetooth is enabled.

To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again.
Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the quick settings menu in the notifications panel. Drag the
status bar down to display the notifications 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.
■
Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand.
To pair Bluetooth devices:
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Bluetooth.
 The Bluetooth settings open.
2. If Bluetooth is not turned on, tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on.

Nearby devices appear in the ―
Available devices‖ list.

If a target device is not detected, tap Menu
> Refresh to search again.
3. Tap a device from the ―Av
ailable devices‖ list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the
device.
 The Bluetooth device is paired to your phone.

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.
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2. Tap FORGET.
 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’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free
devices.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Bluetooth.
 The Bluetooth settings open.

Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the ―
Paired devices‖ list.
2. Tap a device from the ―Pa
ired devices‖ list.
 Your phone connects to the paired device.
The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the "Paired devices" section.
When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth connected 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 via Bluetooth
You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:
●
Images and videos
●
Calendar events
●
Contacts
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Audio files
In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example.
Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth
1. From home, tap Apps
> Contacts
 You will see the Contacts list.
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2. Tap a contact to send.
3. Tap Menu
> Share > Bluetooth.
4. If you are prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Turn on.
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5. Tap the name of the receiving device.
6. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving device, and enter the same passcode on both
your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode.
7. On the receiving device, accept the file.
 The contact information is sent.
Receive Data via 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 via Bluetooth, you will see a request
to accept the file in the status bar.
2. Drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel and then tap the Bluetooth share
notification.
3. Tap ACCEPT.
 The file is sent to your phone.

When your phone receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately,
drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel, and then tap the notification.

When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type:
•
Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For
example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in a music app you choose.
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•
For a vCalendar file, tap OK and the vCalendar event is imported to your local calendar
account. (For more information on using the Calendar, see Calendar.)
•
For a vCard contact file, all contacts in the file will be imported to your phone contacts
automatically.
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Settings
The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone’s Settings menus.
The settings menu is grouped into the following categories, all of which are available through the main
settings screen.
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WIRELESS & NETWORKS menu options include Airplane mode, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile
networks, Data usage, Mobile hotspot and More.
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DEVICE menu options comprise Sound & notifications, Display, Date & time, Language & input,
Storage, Battery, Apps, Users, and Connect to PC.
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PERSONAL settings include Location, Security, Backup & reset, and Accounts.
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SYSTEM menu options include Accessibility, Printing, Activate this device, System updates, and
About phone.
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode allows you to use many of your phone's features, such as Gallery, Camera, and Music,
when you are on an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited.
When you set your phone to Airplane mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online
information.
To quickly turn Airplane mode on or off:
■
Press and hold the Power Button, and then tap Airplane mode.

When in airplane mode, the status bar will display
To turn Airplane mode on or off in Settings:
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
2. Tap the Airplane mode slider. When in airplane mode, the status bar will display
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.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Wi-Fi.
 The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
 Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.
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3. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap CONNECT.
 Your phone is connected to the selected Wi-Fi network.

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
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.
Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.
●
●
Enable Notification when Open Networks Are Available: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
Advanced and tap the Network notification slider.

The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

Tap Network notification to turn the option on or off.
Allow Some Services to Scan for Networks even when Wi-Fi is Off: From Wi-Fi settings, tap
Menu

> Advanced and tap the Scanning always available slider.
Tap Scanning always available to turn the option on or off.
●
Set Timing for Pausing a Connection: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
Wi-Fi on during sleep and then select a setting.
> Advanced > Keep
●
Install Certificates for Secured Wi-Fi Networks: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
Install certificates and then select the file to install.
●
Use Wi-Fi Direct: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
> Advanced >
> Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct.
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●

The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

For more information, see Wi-Fi Direct.
Use WPS to Connect to a Wi-Fi Network: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
WPS Push Button or WPS Pin Entry.
> Advanced >

The settings are available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

If you tap WPS Push Button, press the WPS button on the access point and the access
point will recognize your phone and add it to the network.

If you tap WPS Pin Entry, enter the PIN number displayed on the phone into the access
point's setup page. Your phone automatically finds the access point and configures the
connection.
Note: For detailed information about the WPS feature of the access point, please refer to its user
documents.
●
Check MAC Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu

●
MAC Address appears below ―
MAC address.‖
Check IP Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu

> Advanced.
> Advanced.
IP Address appears below ―
IP address.‖
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.
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From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Bluetooth.
 The Bluetooth settings open.
Bluetooth Settings Operations
●
Enable Bluetooth: In Bluetooth settings, tap the slider at the top of the menu.

●
●
Alternately, drag the status bar down to display the notifications panel and then tap
Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Pairing Bluetooth Devices: Make sure the other devices are set to be discovered. From
Bluetooth settings, tap the device name in ―A
vailable devices‖ and follow the onscreen
instructions.

Depending on the device, you may be required to enter or accept a passkey.

If the target device does not appear, tap Menu

This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.
> Refresh to search again.
Change the Name of a Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings
paired device name, tap the current name, enter a new name, and tap OK.

Emoji cannot be used in a device name.

This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.
next to a
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Cancelling Pairing: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings
and then tap FORGET.

●
●
This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.
Enable Service from Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings
device name, and then tap the listing under Use for.

If a confirmation prompt appears, follow the onscreen instructions.

This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

This setting is available when the paired device is providing a service.
Search for Other Devices: From Bluetooth settings, tap Menu

●
next to a paired device name,
next to a paired
> Refresh.
This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.
Check Files Received via Bluetooth Transfer: From Bluetooth settings, tap Menu
received files, and follow the onscreen instructions.
> Show
Mobile Networks Settings
The Mobile networks options let you enable your phone's mobile data access and set your preferred
network mode.
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Enable Data Services
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Mobile networks.
2. Tap Data Enabled to enable or disable data services over the mobile network.
Note: Certain data service request may require additional time to process. While your phone is loading
the requested service, the touchscreen may appear unresponsive when in fact it is functioning properly.
Allow your phone some time to process your data usage request.
Enable Connections Optimizer
The Connections Optimizer is a tool that automatically selects the best mobile network for your phone,
including "remembered" Wi-Fi networks. See Connections Optimizer for details.
1. From home, tap
> Settings
> Mobile networks > Connections Optimizer.
2. Check the Connections Optimizer box on the Connections Optimizer page.
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 Connections Optimizer will turn on and automatically analyze your phone’s connection options.
Switch Network Mode
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Mobile networks > Preferred network type.
2. Tap LTE/CDMA or CDMA.
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.
■
From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Data usage.
 The data usage window opens.
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Data Usage Settings Operations
●
Enable Mobile Data: In Data usage window, tap the Mobile data slider to enable or disable the
service.

●
●
Enable Restrictions on Mobile Data Usage: From the Data usage window, tap Set mobile data
limit to enable restriction and tap OK to confirm.

With restriction turned on, drag the horizontal limit slider up or down to set the data usage
limit and data warning amount.

This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.
Set Date for Resetting Data Usage: To set the data usage measuring cycle, from the Data
usage window, tap the box above the data usage graph, tap Change cycle, set a reset date, and
tap SET.
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If a confirmation appears, follow the onscreen instructions.
This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.
Enable Restriction on Mobile Data in Background: From the Data usage window, tap Menu
Restrict background data.

This setting stops some apps and services from working unless your phone is connected to a
Wi-Fi network.

If a confirmation appears, tap OK.
View Both Mobile Data and Wi-Fi Usage: From the Data usage window, tap Menu
Wi-Fi.
> Show

Tap Menu
> Hide Wi-Fi to disable the feature.

When the feature is on, you will see a CELLULAR tab and a WI-FI tab at the top of the Data
usage window. Tap WI-FI to view your phone’s Wi-Fi data usage.
Mobile Hotspot Settings
Use the settings menu to configure your hotspot settings, which allow you to share your phone’s data
service with multiple Wi-Fi capable devices.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Mobile hotspot.
 The Mobile hotspot window opens.
2. Tap the slider to turn Mobile hotspot on.
 Mobile Hotspot is enabled.
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To disable Mobile Hotspot, tap the slider again.
Advanced Mobile Hotspot Settings
The Mobile hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options.
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Set Network SSID: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu > Configuration, tap the
Network name field to edit the name for your hotspot, and then tap SAVE.
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Set Hotspot Security: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu > Configuration, tap the
Security line and select a security settings option, and then tap SAVE.

If you select WPA2 PSK, tap the Password field to edit the password.
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Set Hotspot Password: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu
Password field and enter a password, and then tap SAVE.
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Set Hotspot Visibility: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu > Configuration, tap the
Broadcast SSID line. Select Enable if you want the hotspot to be searchable, or select Disable if
you want to hotspot to be undetectable. Then tap SAVE.
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Set Hotspot Channel: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu
Channel line, select a channel, and then tap SAVE.

●
> Configuration, tap the
> Configuration, tap the
Use a different channel may help you avoid interference with other Wi-Fi networks.
Set Allowed Devices: To select which devices are allowed to connect to mobile hotspot, In
Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu > Manage Users > Allowed Devices > ADD NEW, enter a
device name and MAC address, and then tap SAVE.
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
To remove allowed devices, tap DELETE, select the devices and then tap REMOVE.

In the Allowed Devices screen, uncheck Allow all devices if you want only devices in the list
to connect to the hotspot.
Set Maximum Connections: To set the maximum number of devices that can connect to the
hotspot simultaneously, in Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu
connection and tap a number.
●
> Manage Users > Max
Set Hotspot Sleep Settings: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu
configure the following options.
> Advanced, and

Hotspot notification: Check this option to display a notification in the status bar when the
sleep policy turns off the hotspot.

Hotspot sleep policy: Set the wait time before Mobile hotspot turns off when there is no
connected device.

Data service dependency: Check this option to turn off Mobile hotspot when mobile data
service is unavailable.
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Set Local Area Network (LAN) Settings: From the Mobile hotspot window, tap Menu
Advanced, configure your options in the LAN settings section.
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More Settings
The More settings menu provides access to additional wireless and network options, including VPN,
default messaging app, and Bluetooth tethering.
More Settings Options
Setting
Description
VPN
Manage Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Default SMS app
Set the default app for SMS/MMS
Bluetooth tethering
Turn on or off the Bluetooth tethering feature
Access More Settings Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> More.
2. Set items.
 Your settings are saved and implemented.
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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.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Security > Install from SD card.
2. Select the certificate file you need to install. Only certificates that you have not installed are
displayed.
3. If prompted, enter the certificate password and tap OK.
4. Enter a name for the certificate and tap OK.
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Note: If you have not set a PIN or password for your phone, you are prompted to set one up.
Add a VPN Connection
Use the Wireless & networks settings menu to add a VPN connection to your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> More > VPN.
 The VPN settings window appears.
2. Tap
, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.
Note: You need to set an unlock pattern, PIN or password for your phone before adding a VPN
connection.

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.
3. Tap SAVE.
 Your VPN is added to the VPNs section of the VPN settings window.
Connect to or Disconnect from a VPN
Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting and disconnecting from the VPN is easy.
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Access the VPN Settings Window
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> More > VPN.
 The VPN settings window appears.
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.
 You will connect to the selected VPN.

When you are connected, a VPN connected icon appears in the notification area.
3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network.
Disconnect from a VPN
1. Drag the status bar down to open the notifications panel.
2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings window.
3. Tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it.
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 Your phone disconnects from the VPN.

When your phone has disconnected from the VPN, you will see a VPN disconnected icon in
the notification area of the status bar.
Default SMS App Settings
If you have multiple messaging apps installed on your phone, you can choose the app your phone uses
for messaging. The app you select here will be used when you choose Messaging in other apps, such as
when sharing items like pictures or video.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> More > Default SMS app.
2. Choose a messaging app.
 The default SMS app is set.
Note: If you choose a default SMS app other than Messaging (for example, Google Hangouts), you will
not be able to use the Messaging app unless you restore it as the default SMS app.
Bluetooth Tethering Setting
Bluetooth tethering allows you to share your phone's mobile data connection with other devices via
Bluetooth. For details on Bluetooth tethering, see Bluetooth Tethering.
To access the Bluetooth tethering setting, from home, tap Apps
Bluetooth tethering to turn the feature on or off.
> Settings
> More and tap
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Sound & Notifications Settings
The Sound & notifications settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to
tap tones and notifications.
Sound and Notifications Settings Overview
The sound & notifications settings menu allows you to configure the following options:
Sound Setting
Description
Volume
Set volume for media, alarm, ringtone, and notification
Dolby digital plus
Set the Dolby Audio sound effect
Interruptions
Set interruption mode for calls and notifications
Phone ringtone
Set your phone’s default ringtone
Default notification
ringtone
Set the default tone for phone notifications
Vibrate pattern
Set the pattern of vibration when vibration is enabled for notifications
Other sounds
Manage system sounds including dial pad tones, screen lock sounds,
touch sounds, vibration on touch, and emergency tone
Notification mode
Select the sound mode of notification
Silent power-on/off
Silence the power-on/off tones
When device is locked
Set the appearance of notification content on the lock screen
App notifications
Set the priority and sensitivity of your apps. Notifications from priority
apps are allowed in priority interruptions mode; while you can hide
notifications from sensitive apps on the lock screen. Some apps also
allow you to block all of their notifications.
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Access Sound Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Sound & notifications.
2. Set your sound & notifications options.
 Your settings are saved and applied.
Display Settings
Adjusting your phone’s display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase
battery life.
Display Settings Overview
The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options:
Display Setting
Description
Brightness level
Set the screen brightness
Adaptive brightness
Set whether to automatically adjust the screen brightness for available
light
Wallpaper
Set a wallpaper
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Display Setting
Description
Auto-rotate screen
Set whether to allow the screen to rotate the display with the phone
orientation, where applicable
Sleep
Set a screen timeout duration before it automatically turns off
Note: Longer durations discharge the battery more quickly.
Daydream
Manage the Daydream function. When Daydream is enabled, photos or
animations will be displayed as a screensaver
Font size
Set font size for display
Pulse notification light
Set whether to flash the LED indicator light to notify you of missed calls,
new messages, and other events
Accelerometer Calibration
Calibrate the phone's accelerometer when you detect any error during
use
Navigation key light
duration
Control the back light duration of the Home Key
, and the Menu Key
, the Back Key
Access Display Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Display.
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2. Set your display options.
 Your display settings are saved and applied.
Date & Time Settings
Use the Date & 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.
Date and Time Overview
The following date and time options may be configured:
Date and Time Option
Description
Automatic date & time
Set the date and time automatically via the connected mobile network
Automatic time zone
Set the time zone automatically via the connected mobile network
Set date
Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date & time option
is disabled)
Set time
Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date & time option
is disabled)
Select time zone
Set the time zone manually (only when Automatic time zone is disabled)
Use 24-hour format
Enable or disable 24-hour format
Choose date format
Set the date display format
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Access Date and Time Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Date & time.
2. Set available date and time options.
 Your date and time settings are applied and saved.
Language & Input Settings
Your phone’s language & 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.
Language and Input Settings Overview
You can set the following options in the language and input settings menu:
Language and Input
Setting
Description
Language
Set the language for your display and menus
Spell checker
Turn on or off the feature and configure Google Spell Checker options to
check for spelling errors when entering text
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Setting
Description
Personal dictionary
Add words to a personal phone dictionary to improve word suggestion
and spell check when entering text
Current Keyboard
Set the default method for entering text and enable/disable installed input
methods
Google Keyboard
Set Google Keyboard options
Swype
Set Swype keyboard options
TouchPal X
Set TouchPal X keyboard options
Google voice typing
Set options for Google voice text entry
Voice input
Select and configure voice input services
Text-to-speech output
Set text-to-speech options
Pointer speed
Set the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad
Access Language and Input Setting Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Language & input.
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 The Language and input settings menu opens.
2. Set options.
 The language and input settings are applied and saved.
Language and Input Options
Some of the language and input options are detailed below.
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Set the Display Language: From the Language & input settings menu, tap Language and then
tap a language to assign it.
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Set Input Method: From the Language & input setting menu, tap Current Keyboard and then
tap an input method.
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Set Google Keyboard Options: From the Language & input settings menu, tap Google
Keyboard and configure your keyboard options.
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Set Output for Text-to-Speech Output: From the Language & input settings menu, tap Text-tospeech output, tap a settings option, and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Set Speed of Pointer for Mouse/Trackpad: From the Language & input settings menu, tap
Pointer speed, drag the bar to adjust the speed, and tap OK.
Storage Settings
The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your phone and provides options for your
SD card.
Storage Settings Overview
The storage settings menu allows you to configure the following options:
Storage Setting
Description
Save location
Set the default location for new data, such as files downloaded, photos
captured, and voice recorded
Total space
View the total space/free space in your phone memory and in an optional
installed SD card
Unmount SD card
If an optional SD card is installed, tap to unmount the card to allow for
safe removal
Mount SD card
If an optional SD card is installed, tap to mount the card and make it
available for use
Erase SD card
If an optional SD card is installed, tap to erase all data stored on the card
and prepare it for use by your phone
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Access Storage Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Storage.
2. Check or tap items.
 Review your storage settings.
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 use the Battery saver to improve battery life.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Battery.
2. Tap items to view details.
 Check your battery condition and access additional options.
App Settings
Check installed applications and running applications.
Apps Settings Overview
Items that can be checked in the Apps settings menu are the following.
Apps Setting
Description
Downloaded
Check downloaded apps
Running
Check running apps
All
Check all apps
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Access Apps Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Apps.
2. Tap items to view details.
 Check your application settings condition and access additional options.

Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or
disable the app, clear cache and data, move the app between phone and SD card, and more.
Connect to PC Settings
The Connect to PC settings menu lets you select the USB connection type between your phone and PC.
For more information, see Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer.
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Access Connect to PC Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Connect to PC.
2. Tap one USB connection type.
Note: Uncheck Don't ask me again to be prompted to select a connection type each time you connect
the phone to a PC.
Location Settings
Your Location Services settings menu lets you select how your phone determines its location (using the
wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither).
Location Settings Overview
Your Location settings menu allows you to configure the following options.
Location Setting
Description
Mode
Select a locating method (High accuracy, Battery saving, or Device only)
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and manage Qualcomm Izat™ hardware accelerated location
Recent location requests
Check the applications that recently used location services
Location services
Manage installed location services such as Google Location History
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Enable Location Services
Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone’s location
services.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Location.
2. Tap the switch to toggle Location on or off.
 Your phone’s location services are enabled.

If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect.
Access Location Settings
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Location.
2. Configure the desired settings.
 Your location settings are applied and saved.
Security Settings
The Security settings menus let you increase the security of your phone with screen lock, encryption,
device administration, and more.
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Security Settings Overview
Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings, SIM lock settings, etc. The following table
outlines the settings available through the Security settings menu:
Security Setting
Description
Screen lock
Protect your phone with a screen lock that you must enter to use the
phone
Make pattern visible
Show the pattern as you draw it. This option is available when a "pattern"
screen lock is set
Automatically lock
Power button instantly
locks
User info
Smart Lock
Set the time needed for the screen lock protection to be activated after
the screen turns off
Note: This option is available when pattern, PIN or password is set as the
screen lock.
Set whether to activate lock protection immediately when you press the
Power Button
Note: This option is available when pattern, PIN or password is set as the
screen lock.
Set the text that you may display on the lock screen
Keep the phone unlocked when connected to trusted devices, in trusted
places, unlocked by trusted faces or voices, or as long as you keep
holding or carrying the device
Note: You need to sign in to your Google Account on the phone to use
this feature.
Encrypt phone
Encrypt all data on your phone
Encrypt SD card
Encrypt the data on an optional installed SD card
Make passwords visible
Toggle to show or hide passwords when entering form data
Device administrators
View or turn off device administrators
Unknown sources
Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google
Play Store app
Storage type
Check the credential storage type
Trusted credentials
Display trusted CA certificates
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Description
Install from SD card
Install certificates from the phone storage or an optional installed SD card
Clear credentials
Clear the credential storage and delete all certificates
Trust agents
View or deactivate trust agents
Screen pinning
Keep a screen of your choice in view, so that others cannot switch to
other apps and access your personal information
Apps with usage access
Turn on or off some apps’ access to your phone usage information
Access Security Settings
Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone’s location
services.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Security.
 The Security settings menu opens.
2. Set your security options.
 Your security settings are applied and saved.
Backup & Reset
Your phone’s Backup & reset 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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Your Google Account
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All other email and social networking accounts
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System and application data and settings
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Downloaded applications
Backup and Reset Overview
The following options are available in the Backup and reset menu:
Backup and Reset Option
Description
Back up my data
Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings
to Google servers
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Backup and Reset Option
Description
Backup account
Select the account used to back up data
Automatic restore
When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be
restored
Factory data reset
Reset all settings and delete all data on phone
●
Performing a factory data reset erases all data on the phone. It is recommended that you back up
important data before performing a factory data reset.
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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 Reset Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Backup & reset.
 The Backup and reset menu opens.
2. Set options.
 The backup and reset settings are applied and saved.

If you’re performing a Factory Data Reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal.
The phone will erase all data and reboot.
Factory Data Reset
Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your phone, you may want to unmount the SD card to
avoid losing any data you may have stored on it. From home, tap Apps
Unmount SD card to unmount the storage card.
> Settings
> Storage >
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1. From the Backup and reset menu, tap Factory data reset.
2. Read the factory data reset information page and tap RESET PHONE.
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3. Tap ERASE EVERYTHING.
 Your phone will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes.

Once the phone has reset, it will run through the Setup Screens again. See Complete the
Setup Screens to start over.
Accounts
The Accounts settings menu lets you 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
> Accounts > Add account.
 An Add an account screen appears.
2. Tap an account type and then follow the onscreen instructions to add the required account
information.
 The account is added to the accounts list.
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Manage Existing Accounts
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
2. Tap an account type displayed below Accounts.
3. Tap an account in the category.
 The account settings menu appears.
4. Select your account settings.
 The account options are updated.
Accessibility Settings
The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications.
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Accessibility Settings Overview
The following Accessibility options may be configured:
Accessibility Option
Description
TalkBack
Set the TalkBack service to help blind or low-vision users access the
phone
Switch Access
Set Switch Access to allow you to control the phone using configurable
key combinations
Magnification gestures
Set whether to allow zooming in and out the screen content by tripletapping the screen
Large text
Set whether to enlarge the text on the screen
High contrast text
Set whether to display onscreen text with higher contrast
Color inversion
Set whether to display screen content with its colors inverted
Color correction
Set whether to correct color on the screen for color-blind users
Text-to-speech output
Set text-to-speech options
Notification reminder
Set whether to remind you of notifications
Captions
Set the language, text size, and style for the captions
Audio Type
Set the type of the phone's audio output
Sound Balance
Set the sound volume balance
Physical key vibrating
Set whether to let the phone vibrate when you press the physical buttons
(the Power Button and the Volume Buttons)
Touch & hold delay
Adjust the delay required for the phone to notice your "touch & hold"
gesture (for example, when you want to move an app to the home
screen)
Power button ends call
When enabled, you can press the Power Button to end phone calls
without turning the screen off
Speak passwords
Get spoken feedback while typing passwords
Accessibility shortcut
When this feature is enabled, you can quickly enable accessibility
features following the steps prompted on the Accessibility shortcut screen
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Access Accessibility Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
> Accessibility.
2. Set available accessibility options.
 Your accessibility settings are applied and saved.
Printing
The Printing menu lets you configure Google's Cloud Print service. You can connect your printer to your
Google Account and then add the printer on your phone in the Printing menu. After that, you can send
documents, pictures, emails, or web pages from your phone to the printer wirelessly and have them
printed out.
Connect Your Printer to Your Google Account
How you connect your printer to your Google Account depends on the type of your printer.
For traditional printers, follow the steps below.
1. Connect the printer to your computer and install necessary software so that the printer is ready
for printing.
2. Open the Chrome Web browser on the computer and go to the Settings page.
3. Click Add printers and follow the prompts to add the printer to your Google Account. You need
to sign in to your Google Account in Chrome.
For Cloud Ready Printers, you can connect it to the Internet and register it to your Google Account
directly without using a computer.
Use Cloud Print on Your Phone
To use Google Cloud Print on your phone, you must sign in to your Google Account.
If you haven't added a printer on the phone or haven't turned on the Cloud Print feature, tap Apps
Settings
> Printing > Cloud Print from home to enable this function or add a printer registered to
your Google Account.
1. Open a file on the phone and select the option for print. For example, open a web page with the
Chrome app and tap Menu
> Print….
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2. Select a printer you have added to the phone or tap
away.
> All printers… to add a printer right
3. Configure other print job options, such as number of copies, color, and paper size.
4. Touch Print
to send the print job wireless to your printer through Google Servers.
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Note: Instead of selecting a printer, you can also choose to save the file to Google Drive or as a PDF file.
Activate This Device
The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such
as checking the status of an in-service phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
2. Tap Activate this device.
 The Self Service menu appears.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to activate your phone or review your summary.
 Your phone activates. If already activated on an account, you will see a usage and plan
summary.
System Updates
The System updates menu lets you update your PRL (preferred roaming list), your user profile, your
Android software, and your phone firmware.
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1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
2. Tap System updates and select an option and follow the prompts to complete the update.

For complete system update information, see Update Your Phone.
About Phone
The About phone menu lets you access important phone and legal information.
About Phone Overview
The following About phone items may be reviewed or set:
About Phone Item
Description
Status
Check your phone’s status
Legal information
Check open source license information, Google legal document, etc.
4G settings
Check the 4G LTE network provider and your IP address
Model number
Check the phone’s model number
Android version
Check the Android version number
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About Phone Item
Description
Baseband version
Check the phone’s baseband version
Kernel version
Check the phone’s kernel version
SW Version
Check the current phone software version
HW Version
Check the current phone hardware version
Access About Phone Options
1. From home, tap Apps
> Settings
2. Tap About phone.
3. Select or view available options.
 Your phone information is displayed.
Copyright Information
©2015 Boost Worldwide, Inc. Boost, the Logo, Re-Boost and Boost Mobile are trademarks of Boost
Worldwide, Inc.
ZTE and the ZTE logos are trademarks of ZTE Corporation.
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Google and Android are trademarks of Google, Inc.
®
The Bluetooth trademark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
trademarks by ZTE Corporation is under license.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
microSDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
®
Qualcomm Snapdragon™ processors are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States
and other countries. Used with permission.
Other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
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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
Question: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Answer: Turn the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, press and hold the Power
Button for at least 10 seconds to restart the phone. Data that was being edited is erased after your
phone is powered on again.
Question: Operation is unstable after a new application was installed.
Answer: The newly installed application may be the cause. Uninstall the application in Safe mode.
See Uninstall an App. To turn the phone on in Safe mode:

Press and hold the Power Button > touch and hold Power off, read the disclaimer for safe
mode, and then tap OK.
•
After turning the phone on in Safe mode, "Safe Mode" appears at lower left.
•
After restarting in Safe mode, your phone can be powered on as usual.
•
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.
Question: Cannot use phone, mail, or Internet.
Answer 1: Check whether you are where signal is weak or out of service area.
Answer 2: Power the phone on again.
Answer 3: Is the phone in Airplane mode? To check that Airplane mode is cancelled:

From home, tap Apps
> Settings
and check the Airplane mode slider.
Answer 4: Is data communication disabled? To check that data communication is enabled:

From home, tap Apps
slider.
> Settings
> Mobile networks and check the Data Enabled
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Question: Battery level goes down quickly.
Answer: 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.
Question: Cannot install applications.
Answer: 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.
Question: Cannot unlock screen.
Answer: Power the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, press and hold the
Power Button for at least 10 seconds to restart the phone. Data that was being edited is erased after
the phone is powered on again.
Specifications
The following tables list your phone’s and battery’s specifications.
Phone Specifications
Item
Description
Weight
Approx. 192 g
Continuous Talk Time
Continuous Standby Time
3G: Approx. ## hours
4G: Approx. ### minutes
3G: Approx. ### hours
4G: Approx. ### hours
Charging Time
Approx. ### minutes
Dimensions
Approx. 164 x 82.4 x 9 mm
Maximum Output
Communication Speed
3G: ### W
4G: ### W
Up to ## Mbps downlink/up to ## Mbps uplink
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Battery Specifications
Item
Description
Voltage
### V
Type
Lithium-ion Polymer
Capacity
### mAh
Boost Account Information and Help
Find out about managing your account online and on your phone, buying additional minutes for your plan,
and getting help.
For more information about your Boost Mobile account, as well as other Boost Mobile services, visit us at:
boostmobile.com.
Manage Your Account
Access information about your account. You can:
●
Check your minutes.
●
Re-Boost (add money to your account).
●
Change plans.
●
And more.
®
From Your Phone
Access account information and other self-service tools from Boost Zone.
■
From home, tap Boost Zone
You can also dial directly for access to certain information:
●
Dial
(#BAL) to check account balance.
●
Dial
(#ADD) to make a payment.
●
Dial
to launch Boost Zone or call Boost Customer Care (depending on your Settings)
to get answers to other questions.
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From Your Computer
■
Visit boostmobile.com, click My Account, and log in with your wireless phone number and
account PIN.
From Any Other Phone
■
Boost Customer Care: 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848).
Re-Boost
Boost Mobile makes it easy to add money to your account. You decide exactly how and where you want
to pay. Keep your account active by using your phone and adding money to your account.
Pay with Cash
Find an Authorized Re-Boost Retailer near you. Pick up a Re-Boost Card or recharge for as low as $10 at
the register, where available.
Pay Anytime with a Credit/Debit Card
Dial #ADD (
) to add money from your phone or visit My Account at boostmobile.com to do it
online. Securely register your credit/debit card with Boost for more convenient one-time payments or to
set up easy Auto Re-Boost payments.
Set Up Worry-Free Payments with Auto Re-BoostSM
It’s the easiest way to make sure your account stays on and active. Use a credit card, debit card or bank
account—whatever’s best for you.
Visit boostmobile.com/reboost to get the details on all your Re-Boost options.
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Index
4G, 150
Accessibility, 298
Accounts
Add new, 297
Manage, 298
Settings, 297
Activation, 16, 302
Alarm, 207
Android Keyboard, 286
Answer a Call, 72
Apps
Find and install, 45
Request refunds, 47
Uninstall, 50
Update, 47
Apps Settings, 289
Back Key, 4
Back Up Phone, 294
Battery
Settings, 288
Bluetooth
Connect, 259
Receive information, 262
Send information, 260
Settings, 268
Share pictures and videos, 179
Turn on or off, 256
Bookmark, 155
Browser
Bookmark, 155
History, 157
Launch connection, 153
Settings, 161
Tabs, 159
Calculator, 198
Calendar, 200
Add event, 200
Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar, 206
View events, 202
Call Forwarding, 89
Call Logs
Make call from, 80
Call Waiting, 88
Caller ID, 88
Index
Camera, 165
Settings, 195
Take a picture, 165
Viewfinder, 167
Car Kit
Connect, 259
Charging/micro-USB Jack, 4
Clock
Alarm, 207
Stopwatch, 210
Timer, 211
World Clock, 210
Connections Optimizer, 243
Contacts, 96
Add contact, 96
Delete, 104
Edit, 103
Import, 112
Make call from, 78
Save a phone number, 99
Share, 106
Credentials, 293
Data Services, 150
Status indicators, 152
User name, 151
Data Usage Settings, 272
Date & Time, 284
Device Administrators, 293
Drag, 14
Drive
Send pictures and videos, 181
Editing Text, 36
Email
Add account, 138
Add Exchange ActiveSync account, 141
Compose and send, 143
Delete account, 146
Manage inbox, 147
Setup, 137
Share pictures, 175
View and reply, 144
Emergency Numbers, 71
Encrypt Device, 293
Encrypt SD Card, 293
309
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E9-1-1), 72
Enter Text, 29
Exchange ActiveSync
Add account, 141
Features, 149
Extended Home Screen, 58
Facebook, 237
Share pictures and videos, 191
Factory Data Reset, 295
Flash, 4
Flick, 15
Folders, 67
Font
Size, 283
Gallery, 169
View pictures and videos, 169
Gmail
Archive threads, 125
Create account, 37
Delete threads, 128
Labels, 123
Mute threads, 127
New messages, 123
Read and reply, 122
Read messages, 123
Report phishing, 132
Report spam, 132
Search, 130
Share pictures, 175
Switch accounts, 136
Google
Create account, 37
Hangouts, 216
Sign in, 42
Voice search, 214
Google Keyboard, 30
Google Play
Find and install apps, 45
Help, 51
Store, 45
Google Play Music, 229
Google Search, 212
Google Voice Typing, 36, 286
Google Wallet, 242
Google+
Share pictures and videos, 183
GPS Satellites, 291
Hangouts, 216
Send a picture, 185
Index
Headset
Connect, 259
Headset Jack, 4
Home Screen, 57
Add Folders, 67
Add Shortcuts, 65
Add Widgets, 66
Customize, 63
Extended, 58
Hotspot, 253
Settings, 273
Import Contacts, 112
Incoming Call
Answer, 72
Reject, 74
Input Settings, 285
Internet, 114
Keyboard
Default settings, 286
Google keyboard, 30
Swype, 32
Touchscreen, 30
Language, 285
Language Settings, 285
LinkedIn, 240
Location
GPS satellites, 291
Wireless networks, 291
Location Services, 291
Memory, 287
Messaging, 114
microSD Card
Encrypt, 293
Format, 287
Mount, 287
Unmount, 287
MMS
Options, 120
Send messages, 115
Mobile Hotspot, 253
Multimedia Messaging
Share pictures and videos, 177
Music
Google Play Music, 229
Navigation, 218
Notification Icons, 59
Notifications, 59
Phone
Dialer, 69
310
Phone Calls, 69
Answer, 72
Emergency numbers, 71
Using Call Logs, 80
Using contacts, 78
Using phone keypad, 69
Phone Layout (illustration), 3
Phone Number
Save to contacts, 99
Phone Status, 303
Phone Update
PRL, 56
Profile, 55
Software, 53
Photos
Send pictures or videos, 187
Pictures
Crop, 173
Rotate, 171
Send to Drive, 181
Send to Photos, 187
Send via Hangouts, 185
Send via Wi-Fi Direct, 189
Share via Bluetooth, 179
Share via email, 175
Share via Facebook, 191
Share via Google+, 183
Share via messaging, 177
Take with camera, 165
View, 169
Pinch, 16
Play Music, 229
Play Store, 45
Find and install apps, 45
Pointer Speed, 286
Power Button, 4
Power Off, 13
Power On, 13
PRL Update, 56
Reject Incoming Call, 74
Ringtone, 281
Rotate, 15
Save a Phone Number, 99
Screen Timeout, 283
SD card
Format, 287
SD Card
Encrypt, 293
Mount, 287
Index
Unmount, 287
Search
Google, 212
Secure Credential Storage, 277
Security Settings, 292
Settings, 264
Setup Screens, 17
Share
Contacts, 106
Slide, 14
Sound Settings, 281
Speaker, 4
Spread, 16
Status Bar, 59
Status Icons, 61
Stopwatch, 210
Storage
Settings, 287
Swipe, 14
Swype, 32
Settings, 286
Synchronize
Exchange ActiveSync, 149
Tap, 13
Tethering, 254
Text Editing, 36
Text Entry, 29
Text Messaging
Conversations, 118
Draft messages, 117
Notifications, 117
Options, 120
Send messages, 114
Text-to-Speech, 286
Timer, 211
Touch, 13
Touch and Hold, 14
Touchscreen
Keyboard, 30
Turn off, 51
Turn on, 52
TTY Mode, 93
Turn Device Off, 13
Turn Device On, 13
Twitter, 239
Typing, 29
Video Camera
Record video, 167
Videos
311
Record, 167
Send to Drive, 181
Send to Photos, 187
Send via Wi-Fi Direct, 189
Share via Bluetooth, 179
Share via Facebook, 191
Share via Google+, 183
Share via messaging, 177
Share via YouTube, 193
View, 169
Visual Voicemail, 81
Listen to multiple messages, 84
Options, 84
Review, 83
Set up, 82
Settings, 85
Voice Search, 214
Voice Typing, 36
Voicemail
Display name, 87
Greeting, 87
Index
Setup, 81
Volume, 281
Button, 4
VPN, 277
Add connection, 278
Connect or disconnect, 278
Prepare for connection, 277
Secure credential storage, 277
Wallpaper, 63, 282
Web
Launch connection, 153
Widgets, 66
Wi-Fi, 246
Settings, 265
Turn on and connect, 246
Wi-Fi Direct
Send pictures or videos, 189
World Clock, 210
YouTube, 241
Share videos, 193
Zoom, 16
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