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SMART PHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.
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less than the specified capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started .....................................................................1
Front View ............................................................................. 2
Back View ............................................................................. 4
Assemble Your Device ....................................................... 6
Set Up Your Device ...........................................................14
Set Up Accounts ...............................................................16
Know Your Device ...........................................................18
Home Screen .....................................................................19
Status Bar ...........................................................................27
Navigation and Motions ...................................................31
Notification Panel ..............................................................33
Entering Text .......................................................................36
Calling ...................................................................................... 39
Making and Answering Calls ..........................................40
Applications ......................................................................... 50
Apps Screen ......................................................................51
Google Applications .........................................................56
Calculator ............................................................................61
Calendar ............................................................................. 63
Camera and Video ............................................................65
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Clock ...................................................................................71
Contacts ..............................................................................74
Email ....................................................................................83
Gallery ................................................................................. 86
Internet ................................................................................ 90
Memo ..................................................................................94
Messages ........................................................................... 96
Music Player .....................................................................103
My Files .............................................................................105
Video .................................................................................110
Voice Recorder ................................................................112
Settings ..................................................................................114
How to Use Settings .......................................................116
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct .....................................................117
Bluetooth ...........................................................................124
Airplane Mode .................................................................129
Data Usage ......................................................................130
Location Services ............................................................132
Printing ..............................................................................135
More Networks ................................................................136
Sound Settings ................................................................139
Display Settings ...............................................................143
Lock Screen .....................................................................149
Call Settings .....................................................................152
Application Manager .......................................................158
Accounts ...........................................................................164
Backup and Reset ..........................................................167
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Accessibility .....................................................................169
Language and Input Settings ........................................173
Date and Time Settings ..................................................178
Ultra Power Saving Mode ..............................................180
Battery ...............................................................................182
Storage ..............................................................................183
Security .............................................................................188
About Your Phone ...........................................................193
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Getting Started
Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assembly procedures,
and how to get started using your
new device.
Front View
Earpiece Front camera
Headset jack
Status light
Proximity
sensor
Volume
Power/Lock
key
Recent apps Back key
Home
key
2 Front View Getting Started
• Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to
close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos
of yourself.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
• Home key: Tap to return to the Home screen.
• Proximity sensor: Detects the presence of objects
near the device.
• Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the device
on or off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press
and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for
quick access to Airplane Mode, Emergency Mode,
and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
• Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps or touch
and hold for home screen options.
• Status light: Displays red when charging or the
battery is low, blue when a notification has arrived
or you are voice recording, and green when fully
charged.
• Volume: Press to adjust the volume of your device’s
sounds and audio.
3 Front View Getting Started
Back View
Back camera
Microphone
Flash Speaker
Microphone
USB charger/Accessory port
4 Back View Getting Started
• Back camera: Take pictures and record videos.
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments
when taking a photo or recording video.
• Microphone: Records audio and detects voice
commands.
• Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the Charger/
USB cable (included), and other optional accessories
(not included).
5 Back View Getting Started
Assemble Your Device
Prior to use, it is neccessary to install
the SIM card, and battery. You may
also install an optional memory card
(not included).
Remove the Back Cover
1. Remove the back cover using the slot near the top
of your phone.
6 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
2. Lift the cover up and away from the phone.
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively.
Doing so may damage the cover.
Install a SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a SIM card. During activation, your SIM
card will be loaded with your subscription details such
as your PIN, available optional services, and other
features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of
small children.
7 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
► If your SIM card is not already installed, carefully
slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into
the device and that the angled corner of the card is
positioned as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device
will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place it
back into the slot if the SIM is notdetected.
8 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
Install a Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available memory
space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not
necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card, see
“Install a Memory Card” on page 185.
Install the Battery
1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of
the phone, making sure the connectors align.
2. Gently press down to secure the battery.
9 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
Replace the Back Cover
1. Place the back cover onto the back of the phone
and press down.
2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you
have a secure seal.
10 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head and
USB cable) is included with the device for charging the
battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully discharged
battery requires up to four hours of charge time. You can
use the device while charging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices
and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to
maximize battery life. Using other accessories may
invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
11 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging
head from the outlet and remove the USB cable
from the device.
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you
remove the battery, can cause damage to the device.
12 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
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When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the battery icon blinks and the
device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
► For a quick check of your battery level, view the
battery charge indicator located in the StatusBar of
your device’s display. A solid color indicates a
full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better
idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For
more information, see “Battery” on page 182.
13 Assemble Your Device Getting Started
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
Turning the Device On
► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device
vibrates and starts up.
Turning the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device
vibrates and the Device options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off.
Welcome Screen
The first time you turn your device on, the Welcome
Screen displays. It will guide you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.
14 Set Up Your Device Getting Started
Secure Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
► To lock the device, press the Power/Lock key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
►
To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock key
or Home key, and then touch and drag your finger
across the screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no
security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page 150.
15 Set Up Your Device Getting Started
Set Up Accounts
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google Account to
fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail,
GoogleHangouts, and the Google Play Store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Google Account, or create a new
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
Google Account on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings. Formore information, see
“Accounts” on page 164.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings>
Accounts > Add account > Google.
16 Set Up Accounts Getting Started
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Samsung account, or create a new
Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. Formore information, see
“Accounts” on page 164.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings>
Accounts > Add account > Samsungaccount.
17 Set Up Accounts Getting Started
Know Your Device
Learn some of the key features of
your mobile device, including the
screens and icons, as well as how
to navigate the device and enter
text using the keyboard.
Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds
best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or
a non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a
metallic object when pressing on the touch screen
may damage the tempered glass surface and void
the warranty.
Home Screen
Notification Icons
Status Icons
Status Bar
Widget
App Folder
Home
Screen Apps
Indicator Screen
App
Shortcuts
19 Home Screen Know Your Device
• App Folder: For your convenience, there are several
applications that are grouped into folders on the main
Home screen.
• Apps Screen: Allows quick access to all of your
applications.
• App Shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite
applications.
• Home Screen Indicator: Indicates which
Homescreen is presently displayed.
• Notification Icons: Display new messages and
emails, notifications, available software updates, and
so on.
• Status Bar: Displays device status icons (right) and
notification icons (left).
• Status Icons: Display information about the device,
such as the network signal strength, battery level, the
time, and so on.
• Widgets: Self-contained applications that run on the
Home screen (not shortcuts).
20 Home Screen Know Your Device
The Home screen is the starting point
for using your device.
Customize your Home screen by
adding application shortcuts, widgets,
folders, andusing wallpapers.
21 Home Screen Know Your Device
Manage Home Screens
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold
apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens
in a different order.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
• Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens,
and then tap Add.
• Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a screen,
and then drag it to Remove.
• Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap
Main Home screen at the top of a screen.
This screen displays when you press the Home
Key.
• Change the order of screens: Touch and hold
on a screen, and then drag to a new position.
22 Home Screen Know Your Device
App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any
Home screen.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home
screen, and then release it.
Remove a Shortcut
1.
Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.
2.
Drag the app shortcut to Remove and release it.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just
removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
23 Home Screen Know Your Device
Widgets
Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a
Homescreen. There are all kinds of widgets, including
links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail
and email accounts, and manyothers.
Add a Widget to a Home Screen
1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and
then tap Widgets.
2. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen,
and then release it.
Remove a Widget
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
releaseit.
2. Drag the widget to Remove and releaseit.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it
just removes the widget from the Home screen.
24 Home Screen Know Your Device
Folders
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.
Add a Folder to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app
shortcut.
2. Drag the shortcut onto Create folder and
release.
3. Enter a folder name.
4. Tap Add to place additional apps in the folder.
5.
Select the apps and tap Done. A folder is created
with the shortcut(s) inside.
Using Folders
1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts
inside.
2. To add shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the
shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder and
release.
3. To delete a folder, touch and hold the folder until
it detaches, and then drag it to Remove and
release.
25 Home Screen Know Your Device
Change the Wallpaper
Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with
wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose
from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers, and then choose Home screen,
Lock screen, or Home and lock screen.
3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap
Setas wallpaper.
26 Home Screen Know Your Device
27 Status Bar
Know Your Device
Status Bar
The Status Bar at the top of the Home
screen provides device information
(such as network status, battery
charge, and time) on the right side
and notification alerts on the left.
Status Icons
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is low. The yellow area turns red
as the charge level becomes critical.
Battery is charging.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Mute mode is enabled.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE
wireless network.
Signal strength.
Wi-Fi is active.
No wireless network is available.
28 Status Bar Know Your Device
Notification Icons
Missed call.
Call in progress.
Call is on hold.
Call is using speakerphone.
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New voicemail message has been
received.
New text or multimedia message has
arrived.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
File is being uploaded or sent.
29 Status Bar Know Your Device
Notification Icons
Location service (GPS) is active.
App updates are available from the
Google Play Store.
App updates are complete.
Keyboard is in use.
Connected to a computer using a
USBcable.
30 Status Bar Know Your Device
31 Navigation and Motions
Know Your Device
Navigation and Motions
Touchscreen Navigation
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
• Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters
ortext.
• Tap an item to select it.
• Tap an app icon to launch the application.
Touch and Hold
Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold gesture.
• Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to move
it.
• Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of
options.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally
across the screen.
• Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
• Swipe the screen to scroll through the Homescreens
or menu options.
Drag
To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move it to
a new location.
• Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
• Drag a widget to a place it in a new location on a
Homescreen.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or
spread by moving your fingers apart.
• Pinch the screen to zoom in while viewing a picture or
a webpage.
• Spread the screen to zoom out while taking a picture.
32 Navigation and Motions Know Your Device
Notification Panel
View additional Quick settings
Quick
settings Settings
Adjust
screen
brightness
Tap notification to launch Clear all
app or view detail notifications
33 Notification Panel Know Your Device
Notification icons on the Status Bar
display calendar events, device status,
and more. For details, open the
Notification Panel.
View the Notification Panel
1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the
Notification Panel.
2. Scroll down the list to see notification details.
• Tap an item to open it.
• To clear a single notification, drag the
notification left or right.
• Tap Clear to clear all notifications.
3. To close the Notification Panel, swipe upward from
the bottom of the screen or tap the Backkey.
34 Notification Panel Know Your Device
Quick Settings
In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also
provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi,
allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
To view additional Quick settings:
► Swipe left or right across the visible icons.
– or –
Tap Viewall.
Notification Panel Settings
To customize the Notification Panel, see
“Notification Panel Settings” on page 144.
35 Notification Panel Know Your Device
36 Entering Text
Know Your Device
Entering Text
Using the SamsungKeyboard
Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive Text
Options key
Predictive Text
Predictive text suggest words matching your text entries,
and, optionally, completes common words automatically.
Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from
your contacts, messages, email, and social networking
sites — improving its accuracy of predicting your text
entries.
Special Keys
123
Sym Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
Tap to insert letters.
ABC
ABC
Touch and hold the Options key to:
Access keyboard settings.
Google voice.
Insert emoticons.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung Keyboard, see
“Samsung Keyboard Settings” on page 174.
37 Entering TextKnow Your Device
Using Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, speak your text input.
1. To enable Google Voice Typing:
• From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings> Language and input.
• Tap the check box next to Google voice typing
to enable this feature.
2. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap
GoogleVoiceTyping. You may need to touch
and hold the Options key (left of the Space key) to
find it.
3.
Speak your text.
Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google Voice Typing, see
“Google Voice Typing Settings” on page 175.
38 Entering Text Know Your Device
Calling
Make telephone calls using a
variety of calling features and
services.
Making and Answering Calls
Learn how to make or answer a call.
Explore features and functionality
associated with making or answering
a call.
Make a Call
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter a number and tap Dial.
Quickly Dial a Number from YourContactList
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. While viewing your contact list, swipe your finger
across a contact to the right call the contact.
40 Making and Answering Calls Calling
Dial a Recent Number
All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded
in the Call log. If the number or caller is listed in your
contacts list, the associated name is also displayed.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap the Recent tab. A list of recent calls is
displayed.
3. Tap a contact, and then tap Dial.
End a Call
►
When you are ready to end your call, tap
Endcall.
Answer a Call
When a call is received the phone rings and displays the
caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the contacts
list.
1.
At the incoming call screen:
• Touch and drag Answer in any direction to
answer the call.
• Touch and drag Reject in any direction to
reject the call and send it to your voicemail.
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Multitasking While on a Call
If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen,
your active call is indicated by an icon on the Status Bar.
This lets you continue with your current call and do
something else, such as access the contacts list, view a
recent email, locate a picture, and so on.
To return to the call screen:
► Swipe the Status Bar downward to reveal the
Notification Panel, and then tap Contact image.
To end a call from any application:
► Swipe the Status Bar downward to reveal the
Notification Panel, and then tap End.
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Options During a Call
Your phone provides a number of functions that you can
use during a call.
Adjusting the Call Volume
► Press the Volume Key to increase or decrease the
volume.
– or –
Quickly add more volume to the incoming audio by
tapping Moreoptions > Extra volume.
Listen with the Speaker or BluetoothHeadset
Listen to the call using the speaker or through a
Bluetoothheadset (not included).
► Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker.
– or –
Tap Bluetooth to use a Bluetooth headset
(notincluded).
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Place a New Call While on a Call
If your service plan supports this feature, you can make
another call while a call is in progress.
1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second
call. The first call is displayed as a thumbnail.
2. Dial the new number and tap Dial.
• Tap Swap to switch between the two calls.
• Tap Merge to hear both callers at once
(multiconferencing).
Call Waiting
If your service plan supports this feature, you can
answer an incoming call while you have a call in
progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call
waiting tone.
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To answer a new call while you have a call in
progress:
1. Slide Answer in any direction to answer the new
call.
2.
Tap an option:
• Putting xxx on hold to place the previous caller
on hold while you answer the new incoming call.
• Ending call with xxx to end the previous call
and answer the new call.
3. Tap the previous On hold number entry and select
Swap to switch between the two calls. This places
the new caller on hold and activates the previous
call.
Call Log
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or
missed are stored in the Call log.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2.
Tap the Recent tab. A list of recent calls is
displayed. If the caller is in your contacts list, the
caller’s name is displayed.
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Save a Recent Call to Your Contacts List
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Recent tab.
2. Tap the call that contains the information that you
want to save to your contacts list.
3. Tap Create contact.
– or –
If you want to replace the number for an existing
contact, tap Update existing.
Delete a Call from the Call Log
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Recent tab.
2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the
Call log.
3. Tap Delete.
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Make a Call Using Speed Dial
You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for
speed dialing their default number.
To make a call using Speed Dial:
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Keypad.
2. Touch and hold the speed dial number.
If the speed dial number is more than 1 digit long,
enter the first digits, then hold the last digit.
Create a Speed Dial
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Speed dial. The Speed dial
screen displays showing the numbers 1 through
100. Number 1 is reserved for voicemail.
3. Tap an unused number. A list of contacts displays.
4. Tap a contact to assign to the number. Theselected
contact displays in the speed dial number box.
To remove a Speed Dial number assignment:
► Tap Remove.
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Make an Emergency Call
The Emergency calling mode makes dialing an
emergency number a one-tap process.
Note: This mode can drain your battery power more
rapidly than normal calling mode.
Make an Emergency Call without a SIMCard
Without a SIM card, you can only make an emergency
call with the phone; normal cell phone service is not
available.
1. From the Lock screen, tap Emergency call.
2. Enter 911 and tap Dial.
3. Complete your call. During this type of call, you will
have access to the Speaker mode, Keypad, and
End Call features.
4. Tap Endcall.
Make an Emergency Call with a SIM Card
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Enter the emergency number (example: 911), then
tap Dial.
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Call Settings
To access the Call settings menu:
► From a Home screen, tap Phone >
Moreoptions > Settings > Call.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call.
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Applications
The Apps screen displays all
applications installed on your
device, both preloaded apps and
apps you download and install
yourself.
Learn how to change the way apps
appear, organize apps into folders,
and uninstall or disable apps.
Apps Screen
The Apps screen shows all preloaded
apps and apps that you downloaded.
You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps
from view.
Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of
the Home screens. For more information, see
“Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen” on page 23.
Accessing Applications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it.
3. To return to the main Home screen, press the
Home key.
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Download and Install NewApps
Find new apps to download and install on your device:
Play Store: Download new apps from the Google
Play Store. Visit
•
play.google.com/store/apps to learn
more.
Uninstall or Disable Apps
You can uninstall or disable apps you download and
install.
• Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.
• Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden from
view.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > Uninstall/disable apps.
Apps that can be uninstalled show Delete on
their icon.
3. Tap Delete and follow the prompts to either
uninstall or disable the app.
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Organize Your Apps
The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed
alphabetically or in your own custom order.
Change the Order Apps Are Listed
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > View as.
3.
Tap an option:
• Custom: Allows you to touch and hold on apps
to move them from screen to screen.
• Alphabetical order: Apps are arranged in a grid,
in A-Z order.
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Hiding and Showing Apps
Hide Apps from View
You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps
you do not want to see on the Apps screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > Hide apps.
3.
Tap apps to hide, and then tap Done.
Show Hidden Apps
You can unhide apps you have hidden and put them
back on the Apps screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > Show hidden apps.
3.
Tap apps to unhide, and then tap Done.
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App info to view information about this
app.
Apps Screen Options
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options for these options:
• Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag itto:
-
Turn off to disable the app
-
• View as: Configure the Apps screen.
• Downloaded applications: View downloaded
applications.
• Uninstall/disable apps: Uninstall an app that
you downloaded to your device, or disable
a preloaded app (preloaded apps cannot be
uninstalled). Touch Delete to remove or
disable the selected app.
• Hide apps: Hide apps from the Apps screen.
• Show disabled apps: Display disabled apps.
• Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps.
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Google Applications
Enjoy these applications from Google.
Note: Certain applications require a Google account. Visit
google.com to learn more.
Chrome
Use Google Chrome to browse the Internet
and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and
address bar data from your computer to
your mobile device.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your
Google Docs and files.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail,
Google’s web-based email service.
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Google
Search not only the Internet, but also the
apps and contents of your device.
Google Now
Google Now works in the background to
collect information you regularly look up
and organize it into convenient cards that
appear when you need them.
► Press and hold the Home key.
Note: When Google Now is enabled, you
can also access it by touching .
Google Settings
Quickly and easily change Google app
settings to suit your preferences.
Note: You must be signed in to the
application you want to configure. For
example, sign in to Google+ to configure
Google+ settings.
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Google Applications Applications
Google+
Stay connected and share with Google+.
Chat with friends and family, post photos,
and see what others are sharing.
Hangouts
Hangouts is an online place to meet
friends and family, share photos, and
host video calls. Conversation logs are
automatically saved to a Chats area in
your Gmail account.
Maps
Use Google Maps to find your current
location, get directions, and other
location-based information.
Note: You must enable location
services to use Maps. Please see
“Location Services” on page 132.
Photos
This application automatically backs up
your photos and videos to your Google+
account.
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Applications Google Applications
Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find
millions of free e-books and hundreds of
thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Play Games
Discover hundreds of games for download
and purchase through the Google Play
Store.
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased
from Google Play. You can stream them
instantly, or download them for viewing
when you are not connected to the
Internet. You can also view videos saved
on your device.
Play Music
With Google Play Music, you can play
music and audio files on your device.
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Applications Google Applications
Play Newsstand
Subscribe to your favorite magazines to
read on your device at your leisure.
PlayStore
Find new apps, movies and TV shows,
music, books, magazines, and games in
Google Play Store.
Voice Search
Use voice commands to search the web
with Google.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos right
from your device
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Calculator
The Calculator provides basic and
advanced arithmetic functions.
Basic Operation
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator.
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, tap the = (Equals) key.
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Additional Functions
To clear the results:
► Tap Clear.
To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard:
►
Touch and hold an entry in the displayfield.
Scientific Calculator
Use advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and
tan with the scientific calculator.
► Tap Moreoptions > Scientific calculator.
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Calendar
Manage your events and tasks.
Create an Event or Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap Add and use one of the following methods:
• Event: Enter an event with an optional repeat
setting.
• Task: Enter a task with an optional priority
setting.
3. Enter details for the event or task, and then
tapSave.
Delete an Event or Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. To delete events or tasks, tap Moreoptions >
Delete, select events or tasks,and then tap Done.
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Sharing Events
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap to view an event or task.
3. Tap again to view details.
4. Tap Share via, select a sharing method, and
follow the prompts.
Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3.
Tap an option and follow the prompts.
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Camera and Video
Switch between Record video
the front and
back cameras
Current shooting mode
Flash Take a
picture
Mode
Settings
View pictures
and videos in
the Gallery
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Taking Pictures
Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder, compose
your shot by aiming the camera at the subject.
While composing your picture, use the onscreen
options or these gestures:
• Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or
spread them on the screen to zoom in and out.
• Tap the screen to focus on the area you
touched.
3. Tap Capture to take the picture.
Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down
to take a picture while recording a video or in place of
tapping the capture icon on the screen. You can configure
the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a
zoom key.
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Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not
available when taking self-portraits.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap MODE, and then scroll through the options:
MODE
• Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the
surroundings and determine the ideal mode for
the picture.
• Beauty face: Take a picture with lightened faces
for gentler images.
• Panorama: Create a linear image by taking
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical
direction.
• Best photo: Take a series of pictures, and then
select the best to save.
• Continuous shot: Take pictures continuously by
pressing and holding the Camera button.
• Sports: Take clearer pictures of fast moving
subjects.
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Camera Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap Settings to configure settings for Camera.
Available options vary depending on the camera/
recording mode used.
• Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
pictures take up more memory.
• ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera
light sensitivity. It is measured in film-camera
equivalents. Low values are for stationary
or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for
fast-moving or poorly-lit objects.
• Metering modes: Select a metering method.
This determines how light values are calculated.
Center-weighted measures background light in
the center of the scene. Spot measures the light
value at a specific location. Matrix averages the
entire scene.
• Tap to take pics: Tap the image on the preview
screen to take pictures.
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• Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher
resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
videos take up more memory.
• Recording mode: Select Normal, Limit for email,
or Fast motion mode.
• Effects: Add special graphical effects.
• Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.
• Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
• Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the
picture.
• Storage location: Select the memory location
for storage.
• White balance: Select an appropriate white
balance, so images have a true-to-life color
range. The settings are designed for specific
lighting situations. These settings are similar to
the heat range for white-balance exposure in
professional cameras.
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• Exposure value: Change the exposure value.
This determines how much light the camera’s
sensor receives. For low light situations, use a
higher exposure.
• Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help
composition when selecting subjects.
• Shutter sound: Make a sound when taking a
photo capture.
• The Volume key: Use the Volume key as the
camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key.
• Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
• Save as flipped: Save the self-portrait or
self-recording as a reversed (or ‘mirrored’)
image.
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Clock
The Clock app offers features for
keeping track of time and setting
alarms.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Clock.
2. Tap a tab to use a feature:
• Alarm: This feature allows you to set an alarm to
ring at a specific time.
• World clock: View the time of day or night in
other parts of the world. World Clock displays
time in hundreds of different cities, within all 24
time zones around the world.
• Stopwatch: You can use this option to measure
intervals of time.
• Timer: You can use this option to set a
countdown timer. Use a timer to count down to
an event based on a preset time length (hours,
minutes, and seconds).
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Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring
alarms, and choose options for how to be notified.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Clock.
2. Tap Create alarm to configure:
• Time: Choose a time for the alarm.
• Repeat: Choose a time period to repeat the
alarm.
• Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will use
sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert
you.
• Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type
that includes sound, choose a sound to play for
the alarm.
• Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that
includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume
of the alarm.
• Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set interval and
repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
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• Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start
playing a tone at a low volume at an interval
before the alarm time, and slowly increase in
volume. Choose a time interval and a tone to
use with smart alarm. Available when you have
chosen an alarm type that includes sound.
• Name: Enter a name for the alarm.
3. Tap Save.
Delete an Alarm
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >Clock.
2. Touch and hold an alarm, and then tap Delete.
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Contacts
Store and manage your contacts
with the Contacts app, which can be
synchronized with a variety of your
existing personal accounts, including
Google, Email, Facebook, and your
Samsung account.
For more information on connecting with and
managing your accounts through your device, see
“Accounts” on page 164.
Contacts
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts app,
which is a shortcut to the Contacts tab. To access your
Contacts list:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
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Applications Contacts
Finding a Contact
You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find one
by name.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to
find contacts that match.
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Add, and then tap contact fields to enter
information.
• Choose a storage account for the contact. You
can store the contact on the device, your SIM
card, or sync it with an account.
• Tap Photo to assign a picture to the new
contact.
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• Enter a name, phone number, and assign the
contact to a group. Tap Addanother field to
add additional contact information.
-Tap Add to enter another contact.
-Tap Delete to remove an entry.
-Tap Expand for additional fields.
-Tap Label to choose a label for the field.
3. Tap Save.
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change
or delete the information, or you can add additional
fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete
information.
4. Tap Save.
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Share a Name Card
When you share a name card, the contact’s information
is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can share a vCard via
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save
it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Moreoptions > Share name card.
3. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.
Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail,
Facebook, and so on), you may have multiple similar
entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link
multiple entries into a single contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Link.
3. Tap Link another contact, and then select
contact(s) to link to the original contact.
4. Tap Done.
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Unlink Contacts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Link.
3. Tap Remove beside contacts to unlink them from
the main contact.
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple
contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it. You can also
tap additional contacts.
3. Tap Delete.
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily
accessible from other apps. Favorites display together
on the Favorites tab in Contacts.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Favorite
(the star turns gold ).
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Remove Contacts from Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the Favorites tab, and then touch and hold
a contact to select it. You can also tap additional
contacts.
3. Tap Delete.
Create a Shortcut to a Favorite
You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home
screen, to access their information directly from the
home screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the Favorites tab, and then touch and hold a
contact to select it.
3. Tap Moreoptions >
AddshortcuttoHomescreen. The new shortcut
displays in an empty area of the home screen.
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Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your
device comes with preloaded groups, and you can
create your own. You might create a group for your
family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy
to find contacts, and you can send messages to the
members of a group.
Create a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap Add.
3.
Tap fields to enter information about the group:
• Tap Create group in <location> to choose
where to save the group. You can save it to a
specific account, to the device memory, or to all
accounts.
• Tap Group name to enter a name for the new
group.
4. Tap Add member and select contact(s) to add to
the new group, and then tap Done.
5. Tap Save.
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Rename a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Edit group and enter a new
name.
4.
Tap Save.
Add Contacts to a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Add, and then tap the contact(s) you want
to add.
4.
Tap Done.
Delete a Group
Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted.
1.
From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then touch and hold the group
you want to delete.
3.
Select additional groups to delete and tap
Delete.
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Contact Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings.
3.
Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Email
Use the Email app to view and
manage all your email accounts in one
application.
To access Email:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Configuring Email Accounts
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few
steps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your
email account.
– or –
For additional accounts, tap More options >
Settings > Manage accounts > Add.
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The device communicates with the appropriate server
to set up your account and synchronize your email.
When complete, your email appears in the Inbox for the
account.
Note: To configure email account settings at any time, tap
More options > Settings. Tap the account to display
Account settings.
Refreshing Your Email Account
Refresh your account to update your email accounts.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Refresh.
Managing Your Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for all accounts on the
Combined view screen or you can view email accounts
individually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Menu at the top left of the screen to select:
• Combined view: View all email in a combined
inbox.
• <Account Name>: View email for only this
account.
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Deleting Email Accounts
To delete an Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap More options > Settings >
Manageaccounts.
3.
Touch and hold the account you want to delete, and
then tap Delete.
Email Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings.
3.
Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Gallery
View, edit, and manage pictures and
videos.
View Images and Videos
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When
another application, such as Email, saves an image, a
Download folder is automatically created to contain the
image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically
creates a Screenshots folder.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap Menu > Album, and then tap
Createalbum to create a newalbum.
3. Tap a folder to open it.
4. Tap an image or video to view it in fullscreen. Scroll
left or right to view the next or previous image or
video.
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Zoom In and Out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out on
an image:
• Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or
zoom out.
• Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in.
Pinch the screen to zoom out.
Editing Images
► While viewing an image, tap Moreoptions:
• Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images
and videos in the current folder.
• Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi
connection. Some printers may not be
compatible with the device.
• Rename: Rename the file.
• Rotate left: Turn the image to the left.
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• Rotate right: Turn the image to the right.
• Crop: Resize the frame to crop the image.
• Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or as a
contact’s photo.
• Details: View details about the image.
For more advanced editing options:
► Tap Edit to open Photo Editor.
Deleting Images
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. In a folder, tap More Options > Select item,
select images, and then tap Delete.
– or –
When viewing a single image, tap Delete.
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Sharing Images
Use one of the following methods:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. In a folder, tap Moreoptions > Select item,
select images, and then tap Share via to send
them to others or share them via social network
services.
– or –
When viewing a single image, tap Share to send
it to others or share it via social network services.
Playing Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. Tap a video to view it.
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Internet
Access the Internet with a fully
featured web browser.
Access the Internet
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
Command Keys
The following command keys are available:
Back or Back key to return to the previous
page.
•
Forward to go forward to a recent page.
•
Home to display your Internet Home screen.
•
Refresh to reload the current page.
•
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Viewing Web Site
To view a web site:
► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and
then tap Go.
To share, save, or print the current web page:
► Tap More options.
To zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom
out and stretch the screen to zoom in.
Browser Windows
To open a new window:
► Tap Window manager > Add.
To close a tab:
► Tap Window manager > Close.
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Bookmarks
To bookmark the current web page:
► Tap Bookmarks > Add.
To open a bookmarked web page:
► Tap Bookmarks and tap an entry.
History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
► Tap Bookmarks > History.
Sharing Pages
To share a web page address with others:
►
Tap More options > Share via and follow the
prompts.
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Incognito Tabs
Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within
your browser history or search history, and leave no
traces (such as cookies) on your device.
Incognito tabs display Incognito on their tab.
Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device
after you close the incognito tab.
To open a new incognito tab:
► Tap Moreoptions > Newincognito tab.
Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated
with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Settings.
3.
Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Memo
Use the Memo app to write and save
notes on your device.
Composing a Memo
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
2. Tap Create memo, type a memo.
3. To change the category, tap the Category icon.
4. To insert an image into the memo, tap the Insert
icon.
5. To use your voice to insert text into the memo, tap
the Voice icon.
6. When finished creating your memo, tap Save.
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Viewing a Memo
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
2. Tap a memo thumbnail to open it.
3. To edit the memo, tap the content of the memo.
4. To delete the memo, tap Moreoptions > Delete.
5.
To send the memo to others, tap Moreoptions >
Share via.
6.
To send the memo to a Google or Samsung printer,
tap Moreoptions > Print.
Browsing Memos
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
2. Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.
3. To edit a memo, tap a memo thumbnail, and then
tap the content of the memo.
4. To search for a memo, tap Search.
Memo Options
►
While browsing memo thumbnails, tap
Moreoptions for the following options:
• Select: Select notes to share, print, or delete.
• Delete: Delete memos.
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Messages
Learn how to send and receive
different messages using the default
messaging app on your phone.
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Types of Messages
Your default Messaging app provides the following
message types:
• Text Messages (SMS)
• Multimedia Messages (MMS)
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and
receive text messages to and from other mobile phones
or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to
subscribe to your service provider’s message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send
and receive multimedia messages (such as picture,
video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile
phones or email addresses. To use this feature, you may
need to subscribe to your service provider’s multimedia
message service.
Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the screen
and indicate when messages are received and their
type.
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 
Creating and Sending Messages
This section describes how to create a send a message
using the Messaging app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages> Compose.
2. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter
a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a
recipient from your Contacts. You can also select
the recipient based on Groups, Favorites, or Logs.
3. If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap the
contact to place a check mark then tap Done. The
contact will be placed in the recipients field.
4. Enter additional recipients by separating each entry
with a semicolon (;) and then using the previous
procedure. More recipients can be added at any
time before the message is sent.
For the Group option, if the number of recipients
is less than 10, all members in the group will be
added. You will need to delete any unnecessary
members in the list by selecting the trash can icon
and deleting unwanted entries.
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5. Tap the Enter message field and use the onscreen
keypad to enter a message.
6. Review your message and tap Send.
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the
message is automatically saved as a draft.
Viewing New Messages
When you receive a new message, a new message icon
appears on the Status Bar.
To view the message:
1. Open the Notification Panel and select the
message. For more information, please see
“Notification Panel” on page 33.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages,
and then tap the new message to view it.
2. To play a multimedia message (audio or video), tap
Play.
3. To scroll through the list of messages, tap the
screen and scroll up or down the page.
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Deleting Messages
To delete messages, follow these steps:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.
2. Tap Moreoptions > Select, and tap each
message you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete.
4. At the Delete conversations prompt, tap Delete to
delete or Cancel to cancel.
Message Search
1. You can search through your messages by using
the Message Search feature.
2. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.
3. Tap Search.
4. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap
Search on the keyboard.
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 
Messaging Settings
Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia
messages, push messages, and so on.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages> Moreoptions > Settings.
Emergency Alerts
This device is designed to receive wireless emergency
alerts from the Commercial Mobile Alerting System
(CMAS) which may also be known as the Personal
Localized Alerting Network (PLAN). For more
information, please contact your wireless provider.
Emergency Alerts allows customers to receive
geographically-targeted messages. Alert messages are
provided by the US Department of Homeland Security
and will alert customers of imminent threats to their
safety within their area. There is no charge for receiving
an Emergency Alert message.
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There are three types of Emergency Alerts:
• Alerts issued by the President
• Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life
(Extreme and Severe)
• AMBER Alerts (missing child alert)
Users may choose not to receive Imminent Threats
(Extreme and Severe) and AMBER Alerts. Alerts issued
by the President cannot be disabled.
To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts,
follow the instructions below:
1. From a Home screen, tap Messages.
2. Tap More options > Settings >
Emergencyalerts > Emergency alerts.
3. All alerts are enabled by default (check mark
showing). Tap an alert option to disable it.
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Music Player
Volume
More
options
Adjust
volume
Adjust the
sound quality
with SoundAlive
Shuffle Repeat mode
songs for the song or
playlist
Add to
View playlist
Playlist Scan forward or go to next
song
Pause/Play
Rewind or go to previous song
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Listen to your favorite songs with the
Music player. Navigate through your
music library, play songs, and create
customized playlists.
Listen to Music
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to
view your music files.
3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry to
begin playback.
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My Files
Access files stored on your device,
including images, videos, songs, and
sound clips.
To view files in My Files:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > MyFiles.
2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders.
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
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View Files
Files stored in the device are organized into the following
groups:
• QUICK SEARCH: Files are grouped into the following
categories:
Recent files: View recently saved files.
•
Images: View image files.
•
Videos: View video files.
•
Audio: View audio files.
•
Documents: View document files.
•
Downloaded apps: View downloaded apps.
•
DOWNLOAD HISTORY: View all apps and files
that have been downloaded to the device.
•
• SHORTCUTS: Contains shortcuts to files or folders
that you have added. This option only appears if you
have added shortcuts to the MyFiles main screen.
• LOCAL STORAGE: View folders and files in their
storage locations.
Device storage: View folders and files
located on the device.
•
SD card: View folders and files located on
the memory card (if installed).
•
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My Files Options
On the main My Files screen, the following options are
available:
Search: Search for a file or folder.
•
• Tap More options for these options:
• Add shortcut: Add a shortcut on the My Files
main screen to any folder.
• Storage usage: View memory information for
your device and memory card (ifinstalled).
• Settings: Change the settings for viewing files.
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Category Options
After tapping on a category, the following options are
available:
Home: Return to the main My Files screen.
•
Search: Search for a file in the selected category.
•
• Tap More options to find the following options:
• Select: Select files or folders.
• Create folder: Add a folder (Local storage only).
• Sort by: Change the sort order of the files.
• Add shortcut: Add a shortcut to the current
location on either a Home screen or the MyFiles
main screen. This option only appears in Local
Storage categories.
• Settings: Change the settings for viewing files.
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Options for Selected Files and Folders
• Tap More options > Select, select a file or folder,
and then use one of these functions:
Share via: Send files to others or share
them.
Delete: Delete files or folders.
• Tap More options for additional options:
• Move: Move files or folders to another folder.
• Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder
• Rename: Rename a file or folder. This option
only appears when just one file or folder is
selected.
• Details: View details of the selected file(s) or
folder(s).
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Video
Change More
Video file name Volume options
screen ratio
Switch screen
layout
Pause/Play
Rewind video or go Scan forward or
toprevious video gotonext video
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Play and manage videos stored on
your device.
To access video:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device.
After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins
playing a preview of the clip.
3. Tap a video to view it.
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Voice Recorder
Record voice memos and notes.
Create a Voice Recording
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
VoiceRecorder.
• Tap Record to record an audio file.
• Tap Stop to stop recording. The file is
automatically saved.
• Tap Pause to pause the recording of an
audio file.
• Tap Cancel to cancel the recording of an
audio file.
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View Recordings
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
VoiceRecorder.
2. Tap List to display a list of recordings.
• Tap More options:
-Select: Choose desired recordings.
-Settings: Configure Voice Recorder.
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Settings
Configure your device’s
connections and settings, add
accounts, and customize the home
screen, apps, and features.
• Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the
option on or off . (
ON
OFF
) ( )
• For some options, you must tap a field, such as
Emailaddress, to display and set options.
• Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping a
checkbox. When enabled, a check mark displays.
Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the
option.
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Settings
How to Use Settings
Accessing Settings
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, drag down from the Status
Bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap
Settings.
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Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of
Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN).
Wi-Fi communication requires access
to a Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct connection
between two or more devices using
Wi-Fi.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and
connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on
or off.
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Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device will
automatically scan for available networks and
display them.
4. Tap the network you want to connect to.
• When you select an open network, you are
automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
• To manually scan for networks, tap
Moreoptions > Scan.
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Manually Connect to a Wi-FiNetwork
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap Add Wi-Fi network.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
• Tap Network SSID to enter the name of the
Wi-Fi network.
• Tap the Security field and select a security
option and enter your password.
• Tap Show advanced options if you need to
add advanced options such as Proxy settings,
IPsettings, or Key management.
5. Tap Connect to store the new information and
connect to your target WAP.
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Wi-Fi Status Indicators
These Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi
connection status:
Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active,
and communicating with a Wireless Access
Point (WAP).
A Wi-Fi access point is available, but your
device is not connected to it. It may also
display if there is a communication issue
with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP).
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Wi-Fi Settings
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of
your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap Moreoptions for options:
• Scan: Start another scan for nearby Wi-Fi
networks.
• Wi-Fi Direct: Configure a Wi-Fi Direct connection
with a nearby device.
• Advanced:
- Wi-Fi notifications: Receive a notification
when Wi-Fi is available or connected.
- Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when
to disconnect from Wi-Fi.
- Always allow scanning: Allow Google
location service and other apps to scan for
networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
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- Smart network switch: Automatically switch
between mobile data and Wi-Fi to maintain a
stable Internet connection.
- Install certificates: Install authentication
certificates.
- MAC address: View your device’s MAC
address, which is required when connecting
to some secured networks (not configurable).
- IP address: View your device’s IP address
(not configurable).
• WPS push button: Set up a connection to a
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other
equipment.
• WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your
device to set up a PIN-secured connection
to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not
configurable).
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Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections
via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap Moreoptions > Wi-Fi Direct. Your device
automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices,
or you can tap Scan to start scanning.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then
follow the prompts to complete the connection.
• Tap Moreoptions > Multi connect to scan for
devices that support multi connect. Select the
devices and follow the prompts to establish the
connections.
• To rename your device (as seen by other
devices), tap Moreoptions > Rename device.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
Displays when connected to another device
using Wi-Fi Direct.
123 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Settings
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 Bluetooth
systems, and Bluetooth-enabled
computers, printers, and wireless
devices.
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is
approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On and Off
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Bluetooth on or off.
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Making Your Device Visible to Other
BluetoothDevices
When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth can
find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the
length of time your device remains visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Bluetooth on.
3. Tap Bluetooth > Moreoptions >
Visibilitytimeout.
4. Select a time period for your device to remain
visible after you turn on visibility.
Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device,
you can scan for nearby devices that are visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
• To manually perform a new scan, tap Scan.
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Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish
trusted connections between your device and another
Bluetooth device.
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time
process. Once a pairing is created, the devices will
continue to recognize their partnership and exchange
information without having to re-enter a passcode.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable, so
that your device can find it. Refer to the instructions
that came with the device to find out how to set it to
discoverable mode.
4. Tap Scan. Your device will start to scan for
Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device
displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap the
name. Your device then automatically tries to pair
with the target device. If automatic pairing fails,
enter the passcode supplied with the target device.
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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.
Disconnect a Paired Device
Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection
between the device and your device, but retains the
knowledge of the pairing. At a later point when you wish
to reconnect the device, there is no need to setup the
connection information again.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Tap the previously paired device.
4. Tap OK to confirm disconnection.
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Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two
devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect
again, you’d need to pair the devices.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap next to the
previously paired device, and then tap Unpair to
delete the paired device.
Review Files Received via Bluetooth
When you receive files from another device via
Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth > Moreoptions > Received files.
Bluetooth Status Indicators
When Bluetooth is turnedon, displays in the Status
Bar.
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Airplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your
device from all networks and turns off
connectivity features, such as phone
calls and Wi-Fi.
While in airplane mode, you can use
other features, such as playing music,
watching videos, and other online
applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Airplane mode to enable or disable theoption.
Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the
Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/
Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.
129 Airplane Mode Settings
Data Usage
Monitor your mobile data usage.
Note: Your service provider may account for data usage
differently.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Data usage for options:
• Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also
control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.
• Set mobile data limit: Disable your mobile data
connection when the specified limit is reached.
Drag the red limit line to set the data usage limit.
• Data usage cycle: Tap the menu, and then
choose a time period for data usage. Data usage
for the period displays on the graph, along with
usage by application below.
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2. Tap More options:
• Restrict background data: Restrict some
apps and services from working unless you are
connected to a Wi-Fi network.
• Auto sync data: Set your accounts to
automatically sync.
• Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab that
shows Wi-Fi usage.
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Location Services
Some apps, such as Google maps,
may require one or more location
services be turned on for full
functionality.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
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Locating Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Mode to select how your location is
determined:
• High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile
networks.
• Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks
(no GPS).
• GPS only: Use GPS only.
Recent Location Requests
Apps that have requested your location are listed under
Recent location requests.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap an entry to view the app’s settings.
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Location Reporting
Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your
device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such
as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your
search results based on places that you have visited.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Google Location Reporting for options:
• Location Reporting: Allow Google apps to use
your device’s most recent location data.
• Location History: Allow Google to store a
history of your location data. Tap DELETE
LOCATION HISTORY to permanently delete your
location history.
134 Location Services Settings
Printing
Print images and documents
to Samsung printers and other
compatible printers (notincluded).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Printing.
2. Tap Add printer and follow the prompts to install
a printer or printer plug-in.
135 Printing Settings
More Networks
The More Networks settings
allow you to configure a variety of
communication settings for your
device.
Default Messaging App
If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can
select which app should be your default messaging app.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
More networks > Default messaging app to select
a default.
136 More Networks Settings
Mobile Networks
Control your device’s access to networks and mobile
data service.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
More networks > Mobile networks for options:
• Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a
mobile data network.
• Data roaming: Allow your device to connect to
data services when roaming.
• Network mode: Choose a preferred network
mode.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Set up and manage your VirtualPrivate Networks
(VPNs).
Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password
before setting up a VPN. For more information, see
“Lock Screen” on page 149.
137 More Networks Settings
Adding a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Add, and follow the prompts to set up
yourVPN.
Connect to a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Morenetworks > VPN.
2. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap
Connect.
Edit or Delete a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Morenetworks > VPN.
2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or
delete.
3. Tap either Edit network or Delete network.
138 More Networks Settings
Sound Settings
Configure the sounds and vibrations
used to indicate notifications, screen
touches, and other activities.
Adjust the Volume
Set the system volume level, and set default volume for
call ringtones, notifications, and other audio.
Tip: You can also set System volume from the home
screen by pressing the Volume key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Volume, and then drag the sliders to
set the default volume for:
• Ringtone
• Music, video, games and other media
• Notifications
• System
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Select a Default Ringtone
Choose from preset ringtones or add your own.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Ringtones.
3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview, and then tap Done
to set it as your default ringtone.
– or –
Tap Add to use an audio file as a ringtone.
Change the Notification Sound
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new
messages and event reminders.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Notifications.
3. Tap a sound to preview it, and then tap Done to set
it as your default notification sound.
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Vibrate When Ringing
Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when you
receive a call.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Vibrate when ringing to turn the
feature on.
Play Tones When Entering a Phone
Number
Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Dialing keypad tone to turn the
feature on.
Play Tones When Touching or Tapping
theScreen
Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make
selections.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Touch sounds to turn the feature on.
141 Sound Settings Settings
Set the Screen Lock Sound
Play a sound when you unlock the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Screen lock sound to turn the
feature on.
Select an Emergency Tone
Set an alert tone or vibration when receiving an
emergency message.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Sound > Emergency tone and select Off, Alert,
or Vibrate.
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Display Settings
Change Wallpaper
Change the look of the home and lock screens with
wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose
from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Wallpaper.
3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and
lock screen.
4. Tap a image to preview it, and then tap
Setaswallpaper.
Configure the LED Indicator
Select which functions (such as charging or low battery)
the LED indicator on the front of the device will display.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Display > LED indicator for options.
143 Display Settings Settings
Notification Panel Settings
Customize which Quicksetting buttons appear on the
Notification Panel.
You can also customize which apps appear on the
Recommended applications menu on the Notification
panel when you perform certain actions, such as
plugging in earphones.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display > Notification panel.
The following options are available:
• Customize the quick setting buttons that appear
at the top of the Notification Panel as follows:
-Tap and drag buttons to reorder them.
-Tap Reset to reset the order of the buttons.
144 Display Settings Settings
Adjust the Screen Brightness
Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings
or personal preference. You may also want to adjust
screen brightness to conserve battery power.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Brightness and drag the slider to adjust the
brightness level.
Note: You can also control Brightness from the Notification
panel. Drag down the Status Bar at the top of the screen to
find the Brightness slider.
Automatically Rotate the Screen
Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on the
orientation of your face.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Auto screen rotate to turn the feature on .
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Set the Screen Timeout Delay
Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you
tap the screen or press any key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Screen timeout, and then choose a time
period.
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Daydream (Screen Saver)
The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays
when the device is docked (dock not included), or while
charging. You can choose to display colors, or display
photos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Daydream. Tap ON/OFF to turn Daydream on.
Configure options:
• Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing
screen of colors.
• Google Photos: Display pictures from your
Google Photos account. Tap Settings for
options.
• Photo Frame: Display pictures in a photo frame.
Tap Settings for options.
• Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table.
Tap Settings for options.
3. Tap Preview to see a demonstration of Daydream.
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Change the Font Style and Size
You can set the font style and size for all text that
displays on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Display.
2. Tap Font style to choose a font.
• Tap Download to find new fonts from the Google
Play Store.
3. Tap Font size to adjust the size of the font.
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Lock Screen
Choose a method for unlocking your
screen. Different Screen Locks have
different levels of security and options.
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Set a Screen Lock
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen
3. Tap Screen lock to select a screen lock and level
of security:
• None: Never use a Lock screen.
• Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This
option provides no security.
• Pattern: A screen unlock pattern is a tap
gesture you create and use to unlock your
device. This option provides medium security.
• PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the
screen. This option provides medium to high
security.
• Password: Create a password for unlocking the
screen. This option provides high security.
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Screen Lock Options
Swipe Only
• Camera shortcut: Display a camera shortcut on
your Lock screen.
• Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when
unlocking the screen.
• Help text: Show help information on unlocking
the screen on the Lock screen.
Pattern Only
•
Make pattern visible: Display the pattern as
your draw it.
Pattern, PIN, and Password Only
•
Secured lock time: Set a secured lock time.
All Screen Locks
• Dual clock: Display a dual clock on your Lock
screen when roaming.
• Show date: Display the date on the Lockscreen.
• Owner information: Show owner information on
the Lock screen.
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Call Settings
Configure the various settings used to
make and receive calls.
To access Call settings:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap Phone, and then tap
More options > Settings > Call.
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Set Reject Messages
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Set up call rejection messages.
2. Tap Create to manually add a reject message.
– or –
Tap one of the pre-written messages to be
displayed when you want the call to be rejected.
You can edit the message if desired.
3. Tap Save to save the reject message.
Answering and Ending Calls
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Answering/ending calls.
2. The following options display:
• Pressing the Home key: Press the Home key to
answer the phone.
• Pressing the Power key: Press the power key to
end the current call.
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TTY Mode
A TTY (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 device is compatible with select TTY devices.
Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY device
to ensure that it is compatible with digital cell phones.
Your phone and TTY device will connect via 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.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Additional settings >TTY mode.
2. Tap TTY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO to activate the
feature, or TTY Off to deactivate the feature. Off is
the default setting.
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Hearing Aids
Improve the sound quality of your phone for use with
heading aids.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Additional settings.
2. Tap Heading aids to enable.
Ringtones and Keypad Tones
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Ringtones and keypad tones.
2. Tap Ringtones, select a ringtone, and tap Done.
• Tap Add to locate an audio file to create as a
ringtone.
3. Tap Vibrate when ringing to create a check mark
if you want your phone to vibrate when a call is
incoming.
4. Tap Dialing keypad tone to create a check mark if
you want tones to play when the keypad is pressed.
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Noise Reduction
Suppress background noise during calls.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call.
2. Tap Noise reduction to enable.
Voicemail
You can view your voicemail number from this menu.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Voicemail service.
2. If an additional voicemail service is in use (other
than carrier), tap Voicemail settings to view your
selected voicemail number and information.
DTMF Tones
You can modify the dial tones for dual-tone
multi-frequency (DTMF) signaling. DTMF tones are used
as input by some automated phone systems for making
selections.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > DTMF tones.
2. Tap either Normal or Long.
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Voice Privacy Mode
If supported by your carrier, you can activate Enhanced
privacy mode to encrypt voice signals.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Call.
2. Tap Voice privacy to either enable or disable this
feature.
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Application Manager
You can download and install new
applications on your device. Use
Application manager settings to
manage your downloaded and
preloaded applications.
Warning: Because this device can be configured with
system software not provided by or supported by Google
or any other company, end-users operate these devices at
their own risk.
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Memory Usage
See how memory is being used by Downloaded or
Running applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps> Settings >
Applicationmanager.
2. Swipe across the screen to display DOWNLOADED,
SD CARD, RUNNING, or ALL to display memory
usage for that category of applications.
The graph on the DOWNLOADED tab shows
used and free device memory. The graph on the
RUNNING tab shows used and free RAM.
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Downloaded
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps> Settings >
Applicationmanager.
2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the
downloaded applications on your device.
• To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED
list, tap More options > Sort by size or
Sortbyname.
• To reset all of your application preferences, tap
More options > Reset app preferences.
• Tap an application to view and update
information about the application, including
memory usage, default settings, and
permissions. The following options are
displayed:
-Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving.
Restart your device if stopping an app,
process, or service causes your device to
stop working correctly.
-Uninstall: Delete the application from the
device.
- Move to SD card: Move this app to your
microSD card.
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-Clear data: Clear application data from
memory.
-Clear cache: Clear an application’s
temporary memory storage.
-Clear defaults: Clear an application’s
customization.
-Permissions: View information about the
application’s access to your device and data.
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SD Card
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory
card (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps> Settings >
Applicationmanager.
2. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded
applications on your SD card.
• To switch the order of the SD CARD list, tap
More options > Sort by size or Sortbyname.
• To reset your application preferences, tap
More options > Reset app preferences.
Note: When you reset app preferences, you will not lose
any app data.
3. Tap an application to view and update information
about the application, including memory usage,
default settings, and permissions.
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Running Services
View and control services running on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps> Settings >
Applicationmanager.
2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
All the applications that are currently running on the
device display.
3. Tap Show cached processes to display all the
cached processes that are running. Tap Show
services in use to switch back.
4. Tap one of the applications to view application
information.
• Stop: Stops the application from running
on the device. This is usually done prior to
uninstalling the application. (Not all services
can be stopped. Stopping services may have
undesirable consequences on the application or
Android System.)
• Report: Report failure and other application
information.
Note: Options vary by application.
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Accounts
Set up and manage accounts,
including your Google Account,
Samsung account, email, and social
networking accounts.
Depending on the account, you can
choose to synchronize your calendar,
contacts, and other types of content.
Add an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Add account.
2. Tap one of the account types.
3. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set
up the account.
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Synchronize Accounts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
(account type).
2. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that
account.
• Check individual data items to sync.
• Tap Sync to synchronize the account.
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Account Settings
Each account has its own set of settings. In addition,
you can configure common settings for all accounts of
the same type.
Note: Account settings and available features vary
between account types and service providers. Contact
your service provider for more information on your
account’s settings.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
(account type).
• Tap an account to configure that account’s
settings.
• Tap Settings or other available options to
configure common settings for all accounts of
this type.
Delete an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
(account type).
2. Tap the account, and then tap Moreoptions >
Removeaccount.
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Backup and Reset
Back up your data to Google servers.
You can also reset your device to its
factory defaults.
Backup and Restore
Enable backup of your information to Google servers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Backup and reset for options:
• Back up my data: Enable back up of application
data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to
Google servers.
• Backup account: Select a Google account to be
used as your backup account.
• Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration
of settings from Google servers. When enabled,
backed-up settings are restored when you
reinstall an application.
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Factory Data Reset
Return your device to its factory defaults.
Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from
the device, including Google or other account settings,
system and application data and settings, downloaded
applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and
other files.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.
3. Tap Reset phone and follow the prompts to perform
the reset.
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Accessibility
Accessibility services are special
features that make using the device
easier for those with certain physical
disabilities.
Note: You can download additional accessibility
applications from the Google Play Store.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accessibility for options:
• Direct access: Press the Home key three times
to open the accessibility options screen.
• Answering/ending calls: Select the methods
you can use to answer and end a call.
• Single tap mode: Tap to stop or snooze alarms,
calendar events, and timer alerts, and accept or
reject incoming calls.
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Services
Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded
from the Google Play Store. Certain accessibility
services you install may be configured here.
Vision
• TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind
and low-vision users.
- TalkBack can collect all of the text you enter,
except passwords, including personal data
and credit card numbers. It may also log your
user interface interactions with the device.
• Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud
as you enter your passwords.
• Font size: Set the font size.
• Negative colors: Reverse the display
of onscreen colors from White text on a
Black background to Black text on a White
background.
• Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated
gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching,
and dragging two fingers across the screen.
• Notification reminder: Play a beep when a
notification for a call, message, and so on, has
been missed.
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• Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable
accessibility features in two quick steps. Tap
ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
• Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred TTS
engine and options. For more information, see
“Text-To-Speech Options” on page 177.
Hearing
• Flash notification: Set your camera light to blink
whenever you receive a notification.
• Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all
notifications and audio.
• Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles
with multimedia files when available. Tap Google
subtitles (CC) for options.
• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung
subtitles with multimedia files when available Tap
Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
• Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono
for use with one earphone.
• Sound balance: Use the slider to set the Left
and Right balance when using a stereo device.
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Dexterity
• Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for
this tap gesture.
Interaction
•
Interaction control: Block areas of the screen
from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate
screen and hard key functions. Only show
application notifications in the Notification Panel
and the Status Bar.
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Language and Input Settings
Configure your device’s language and
input settings.
Set Your Default Language
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Language.
3. Select a language from the list.
Select Your Default Keyboard orInput
Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Default.
3. Select a keyboard.
Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the
Google Play Store.
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Samsung Keyboard Settings
Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Settings next to Samsung keyboard for
options:
• Select input languages: Choose which
languages are available on the keyboard. To
switch between languages, slide the space bar
sideways.
• Predictive text: Allow Predictive text to suggest
words matching your text entries, and, optionally,
complete common words automatically.
Predictive text can learn your personal writing
style from your contacts, messages, Gmail, and
social networking sites — improving its accuracy
of predicting your text entries.
• Additional keyboard settings provide assistance
with capitalization, punctuation, and much more.
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Google Voice Typing Settings
Speak rather than type your text entries using Google
Voice Typing.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Settings next to Google voice typing for
options:
• Languages: Select languages for Google voice
typing.
• Speech output: Select On, Heads-free only, or
Off.
• “Ok Google” Detection: Tap to enable the voice
search feature.
• Offline speech recognition: Download and
install speech recognition engines, allowing you
to use voice input while not connected to the
network.
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• Block offensive words: Hide words many
people find offensive are in results of Google
voice searches. Offensive words are replaced in
results with a placeholder (####).
• Audio History: Enable this feature to keep the
audio history of your searches.
• Manage Audio History: Use your Google
account to manage your history.
• Bluetooth headset: Records audio through
Bluetooth headset if available.
Voice Search
Use Google voice recognition to perform Google
searches using spoken commands.
To perform a voice search, tap in the Google search
bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch a Google
search (if the hotword detection option is enabled).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Voice search for
options.
• Tap “Ok Google” Detection to launch a Google
search whenever you say “OkGoogle.”
• Additional options include selecting a default
language, blocking offensive words, and more.
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Text-To-Speech Options
Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is
used for various accessibility features, such as TalkBack.
For more information, see “Accessibility” on page 169.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech options
for options:
• Choose a text-to-speech engine. Tap
Settings next to the TTS engine for options.
• Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is
spoken.
• Listen to an example: Play a sample of speech
synthesis (available if voice data is installed).
• Default language status: Display the default
language in use.
Mouse/Trackpad Settings
Configure settings for using an optional mouse or
trackpad (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Language and input.
2. Tap Pointer speed to set the speed of the pointer.
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Date and Time Settings
By default, your device receives date
and time information from the wireless
network.
When you are outside network
coverage, you may want to set date
and time information manually using
the date and time settings.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Date and time.
• Automatic date and time: Tap the check box to
use the time on the mobile and/or Wi-Fi network.
If this option is checked, you cannot manually
set the date and time.
• Set date: Tap to manually set the date. This
option is locked if Automatic date and time is
enabled.
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• Set time: Tap to manually set the time. This
option is locked if Automatic date and time is
enabled.
• Automatic time zone: Tap the check box to
use the time zone detected on the mobile and/
or Wi-Fi network. If this option is checked, you
cannot manually set the time zone.
• Select time zone: Tap to manually set the time
zone. This option is locked if Automatic time
zone is enabled.
• Use 24-hour format: Tap to use 24-hour format
(as opposed to 12-hour with AM and PM).
• Select date format: Tap to choose your
preferred date format.
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Ultra Power Saving Mode
Conserve battery power by
automatically adjusting the screen
brightness, limiting the performance of
the CPU, and other power reduction
activities.
180 Ultra Power Saving Mode Settings
Ultra power saving mode saves battery
power by limiting the number of usable
apps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Ultra power saving mode for options:
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
4. Read the information on the page that appears and
tap Turn on to activate Ultra power saving mode.
5. Tap the Add icons to add more apps to the
Home screen.
6. To turn off Ultra power saving
mode, tap Moreoptions >
TurnoffUltrapowersavingmode.
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Battery
View how battery power is used for
device activities.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Battery for options:
• Tap Show battery percentage to display the
battery charge percentage next to the battery
icon on the Status Bar.
• Tap the Battery Chart to display a graph of
battery usage.
• Apps and OS Usage: Battery usage displays in
percentages per application.
- Tap Screen, Android OS, or an app to view
they are affecting battery use.
• Tap Refresh to update the listing.
Note: Other applications may be running that affect battery
use.
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Storage
View the device memory and usage, or
mount, unmount, or format an optional
memory card (not included).
Device Memory
View and manage the memory used by the device.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Storage.
• The DEVICE MEMORY displays Total space and
Available space.
• The amounts of memory used by Applications,
Pictures and videos, Audio, Downloads, Cached
data, and Miscellaneous files are also displayed.
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To increase available memory:
1. Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all
apps.
2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessaryfiles
(or tap Select all), andthentap Delete.
Memory Card (SD Card)
Once an optional memory card (not included) has been
installed in your device, the card memory displays as
Total space and Available space.
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Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC card
(not included) to add additional memory space to your
device.
1. Remove the back cover. For more information, see
“Remove the Back Cover” on page 6.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide
the memory card into the slot, pushing gently until it
clicks into place.
3. Replace the back cover. For more information, see
“Replace the Back Cover” on page 10.
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Mount a Memory Card
When you install an optional memory card, it is
automatically mounted (connected to the device) and
prepared for use. However, should you unmount the
card without removing it from the device, you will need to
mount it before it can be accessed.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Storage.
2. Tap Mount SD card.
Unmount an SD Card
To prevent damage to information stored on the memory
card, always unmount the card before removing it from
the device.
Unmounting an SD card may stop some applications
from functioning until you mount the SD card again.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Storage.
2. Tap Unmount SD card.
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Remove a Memory Card
Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on the
memory card, unmount the card before removing it from
the device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Storage.
2. Tap Unmount SD card.
3. Remove the back cover. For more information, see
“Remove the Back Cover” on page 6.
4. Gently press inward on the memory card so that it
pops out from the slot and carefully pull the card
out.
5. Replace the back cover. For more information, see
“Replace the Back Cover” on page 10.
Formatting an SD Card
Warning! When formatting an SD card, you should backup
your music and photo files that are stored on the card
because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Storage.
2. Tap Format SD card and follow the prompts.
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Security
Secure your device and protect your
data with Security settings.
Device Administration
Manage your device administrators and application
installation privileges.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security for options:
• Phone administrators: Add or remove device
administrators.
• Unknown sources: Enable installation of
non-Google Play applications.
• Verify apps: Block or warn before installing
apps that may cause harm.
Warning! Enabling installation of third-party applications
can cause your device and personal data to be more
vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
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Encrypt Your Data
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your
device each time you power it on or encrypt the data on
a memory card (not included) each time it is connected.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security for options:
• Tap Encrypt phone and follow the prompts to
encrypt all data on your device.
• Tap Encrypt external SD card to encrypt data
on a memory card (not included).
Locate a Lost Device
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your
device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be
deleted remotely.
Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and
enable Google location service to use Remote controls.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security > Remote controls and follow the
prompts to set up Remote controls.
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Receive an Alert When Your SIMCard
IsChanged
Prevent unauthorized changes to your SIM card by being
alerted whenever an app or service attempts to change
data on your SIM card.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security > SIM change alert and follow the
prompts.
Find My Mobile Web Page
►
To access your device remotely,
visitfindmymobile.samsung.com.
Set Up or Change Your SIMCard
Lock
Use this option to set up your password when one is first
required or change your current password.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security > Set up SIM card lock and follow the
prompts.
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Prevent Others From Reactivating YourDevice
Stop others from reactivating your device after it has
been reset remotely.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security > Reactivation lock to enable
thefeature.
View Passwords
Display password characters briefly as you type them.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security > Make passwords visible to turn the
feature on.
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Credential Storage
Manage your security certificates. If a certificate
authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some
other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or
remove it.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Security for options:
• Storage type: Select a storage location for
credential contents.
• Trusted credentials: Display certificates in your
device’s ROM and other certificates you have
installed.
• Install from phone storage: Install a new
certificate from storage.
• Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents
from the device and reset the password.
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About Your Phone
View information about your phone,
including status, legal information,
hardware and software versions, and a
tutorial.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap About phone, and then tap items for more
details:
• Software update: Check for and install available
software updates.
• Status: View the status of the battery, network,
and other information about your device.
• Legal information: View your device’s open
source licenses and Google legal information.
• Device name: View and change your device’s
name.
• Additional device information includes the Model
number, Android version, Build number, and
more.
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Software Update
Use Software update to update your phone’s software.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap About phone > Software update.
3. Follow the prompts to check for available software
updates to download and install.
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